To cite the gcf package or the GCF method in publications, please use:

Song Y (2026). “Generalized covariate field (GCF): spatial-pattern and neighbourhood-distribution feature expansion improves geospatial prediction.” International Journal of Geographical Information Science, 40, 1–29. doi:10.1080/13658816.2026.2729719.

Corresponding BibTeX entry:

  @Article{,
    title = {Generalized covariate field (GCF): spatial-pattern and
      neighbourhood-distribution feature expansion improves geospatial
      prediction},
    author = {Yongze Song},
    journal = {International Journal of Geographical Information
      Science},
    year = {2026},
    volume = {40},
    pages = {1--29},
    doi = {10.1080/13658816.2026.2729719},
  }