This book presents a compendium of papers by leading GIS experts describing the state of the art in computerized spatial analysis and modeling. Recent advances in GIS software, along with the availability of spatially referenced data, now make possible the sophisticated modeling and statistical analysis of all types of geographic phenomena. GIS, Spatial Analysis, and Modeling serves to advance the methods and practices used to develop meaningful spatial analysis for decision support. A resource for geographic analysts, modelers, software engineers, and GIS professionals, this text covers tools, techniques, and methods while providing examples of various applications.