Introducing Vesta 2.8: Powerful New Tools for Spatial & Temporal Analysis
We’re excited to announce the release of Vesta 2.8, the latest update to BioMedware’s premier software for spatial and temporal data analysis. Building on the major innovations we introduced in version 2.7, this update brings new features, refinements, and important...
Geospatial Analysis in the Hunt for Blue Zones
What Are Blue Zones? Imagine living in a place where people routinely celebrate their 90th or even 100th birthday while remaining active and vibrant. These exceptional regions, where longevity isn't an anomaly but a community norm, are known as Blue Zones. First...
BioMedware Awarded Grant Renewal From The National Library of Medicine
We’re excited to announce that Principal Investigator Pierre Goovaerts and BioMedware have been awarded a year three renewal of the grant titled “Geostatistical Software for Non-Parametric Geostatistical Modeling of Uncertainty” from the National Library of Medicine. ...
Tracking and Analyzing Antimicrobial-Resistant Infections in Vesta
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to global health, with bacterial resistance leading to increased mortality, prolonged hospital stays, and higher medical costs. The Lancet's recent publication highlights the escalating burden of AMR,...
How Vesta Protects Your Data: Security & Privacy Overview
In our latest workshop hosted by NAACCR, we received valuable feedback from our participants and suggestions on how to improve Vesta for our users. Participants requested that our team explicitly describe Vesta’s data security policy. We’re committed to keeping...
What Is a Geographic Information System?
Every time you check your weather app, navigate with GPS, or track a package on its journey to your doorstep, you’re using the power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). While most people interact with GIS daily without even realizing it, this behind-the-scenes...
New Product Release: BioMedware Vesta 2.7
We’re excited to announce the release of Vesta 2.7, a major update to BioMedware’s flagship software for geospatial and space-time analysis. Inspired by our amazing user community, this version delivers powerful new capabilities, smoother workflows, and a fresh user...
What’s The Difference Between Google Maps, GIS, and Vesta?
For most of us, Google Maps is a daily companion. It gets us from point A to B, helps us find the best local coffee shop, and even shows us what our dream vacation spot looks like from street level. But have you ever wondered about the technology that powers this...
Geospatial Analysis in Environmental Monitoring and Preservation
An Introduction to Environmental Monitoring and Geospatial Analysis How are humans impacting our environment? Public awareness of human impacts on the environment was significantly heightened by the publication of Silent Spring by Rachel Carson in 1962. The book...
Aman Bhogal Joins BioMedware as Data Science Intern
We are delighted to announce that Aman Bhogal will be joining BioMedware as a Data Science Intern this summer. Aman brings a unique blend of passion for health equity and neuroscience, aligning seamlessly with BioMedware's commitment to leveraging geospatial...