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SMAP Resources
Earthdata offers a range of resources for users working with Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) data. These include tutorials and other learning opportunities as well as related news, documents, and frequently asked questions.
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This ARSET training focuses on Earth observation data useful for disaster risk assessment.
Training
Aug. 6-15, 2019
NASA data helps researchers track post-storm changes in sea surface temperature and ocean salinity.
Data in Action
June 12, 2019
Esta capacitación de ARSET cubre cómo usar datos de la NASA para caracterizar eventos de desastres y apoyar esfuerzos de ayuda.
Training
April 16-30, 2019
This ARSET training shows how NASA remote sensing data can be used to characterize and monitor disaster-related events and support relief efforts.
Training
April 16-30, 2019
This ARSET training introduces using satellite data and Earth system modeling data sources to estimate surface water budgets.
Training
March 13 - April 3, 2019
Remote sensing data's drought-indicating parameters are essential to manage the impact of water scarcities and minimize drought losses.
Data in Action
June 27, 2018
This ARSET training provides an overview of drought classification and web-based tools for drought monitoring and visualization.
Training
July 12-19, 2017
Learn now NASA's Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) satellite and other satellite instruments were used to create a comprehensive chronology of the flood from land to ocean.
Data in Action
Dec. 6, 2016
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Data from NASA’s ASF DAAC helps scientists like Dr. Zhong Lu develop satellite radar remote-sensing techniques for studying geohazards.
Data User Story
July 28, 2022
Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Data from NASA’s ASF DAAC helps scientists like Dr. Steve Bowman provide Utah’s citizens with timely scientific information about the state’s geologic hazards.
Data User Story
June 29, 2021
Researchers follow the wanderings of fresh water in the tropics.
Feature Article
March 1, 2021
Invasive species cost the U.S. economy approximately $120 billion a year and disrupt the dynamics of ecosystems. Researchers are increasingly using remote sensing to map where invasive species are and where they could spread in order to minimize their damage.
Feature Article
Feb. 25, 2021
Researchers study the recipe for salt, currents, and climate.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
Ranchers want to know what to do about dry spells.
Feature Article
Dec. 27, 2020
Who uses NASA Earth science data? Dr. Laura Bourgeau-Chavez, for studying wetlands and wildfire.
Data User Story
Dec. 22, 2020
Who uses NASA Earth science data? Dr. Kristine M. Larson, to explore new ways of using remote sensing technologies.
Data User Story
Dec. 22, 2020
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