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MODIS Resources
Earthdata resources for users working with NASA’s Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) data include tutorials and other learning resources, news announcements such as instrument updates and data releases, user guides and related documents, and frequently asked questions.
MODIS Learning Resources
In Spring 2019 DEVELOP researchers used VIIRS and other instrument data to create models that provide fine details on drought conditions in Iowa.
Data in Action
April 13, 2020
Evaluating the evolution of ocean response to the 2019 Atlantic tropical cyclones.
Data in Action
April 2, 2020
This ARSET training focuses on how to apply the UN Biodiversity Lab and NASA satellite data to conservation and SDG goals.
Training
March 24 - April 7, 2020
Cette formation ARSET est axée sur l'utilisation des données du Laboratoire de biodiversité des Nations Unies et des données satellitaires de la NASA.
Training
March 24 - April 7, 2020
Esta capacitación de ARSET se centra en cómo aplicar los datos del UN Biodiversity Lab y satélites de la NASA a las metas de los ODS.
Training
March 24 - April 7, 2020
See how a DEVELOP project team employed Earth observation data to examine and predict the location of bighorn sheep habitat in the Mojave Desert.
Data in Action
Feb. 24, 2020
See how NASA's Land Processes Distributed Active Archive Center (LP DAAC) uses land cover and vegetation continuous fields data to highlight land cover changes.
StoryMap
Jan. 16, 2020
During this webinar we will provide answers to commonly asked questions about NASA land processes data, services and tools, and show you how to navigate the new LP DAAC website to discover data resources.
Webinar
Jan. 15, 2020
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The MODIS instrument aboard the Terra platform captured this image on April 27, 2026.
Worldview Image of the Week
May 1, 2026
NASA significantly enhanced its MODIS and VIIRS near real-time flood products, enabling users to distinguish between unusual and recurring flooding.
Blog
April 10, 2026
Image captured February 9, 2026, by the MODIS instrument aboard the Terra platform.
Worldview Image of the Week
Feb. 12, 2026
In computer models that simulate Earth’s atmosphere, scientists evaluated their upgraded cloud simulation capabilities against satellite observations.
Feature Article
Jan. 27, 2026
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