Irwan Meilano

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Irwan Meilano is a leading figure in Indonesian geospatial science and natural hazard mitigation, with a research focus that bridges cutting-edge remote sensing technology and life-saving early warning systems. His most impactful work centers on the development of a Volcano Early Warning System for Kelud Volcano, a highly active and deadly stratovolcano in East Java that has claimed over 200,000 lives since 1000 AD. This 2021 study, which has garnered 8 citations, provides a critical framework for detecting eruptions earlier, directly addressing the need to protect vulnerable populations in one of the world’s most volcanically active regions. Complementing this hazard-focused research, Meilano is also advancing the geospatial industry through innovative 3D mapping techniques. His 2021 work on using DJI drones and intelligent flight batteries for field and building mapping (5 citations) demonstrates a commitment to modernizing survey methods, replacing traditional total stations and GPS with faster, safer, and more accurate drone-based data collection. By integrating high-tech geospatial tools with practical disaster risk reduction, Meilano’s contributions are not only academically significant but also directly impactful for public safety and infrastructure development in Indonesia.