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This training covers the theoretical approaches and key datasets to estimate historical PM2.5 from satellite aerosol optical depth.
Training
July 8-22, 2026
This ARSET training introduces participants to several capabilities within FIRMS that were not included in the previous ARSET training.
Training
Jan. 14-21, 2026
Agricultural burning in Kansas produces smoky skies and healthy crops.
Data in Action
June 6, 2025
A comparison of aurora forecasts with actual satellite observations suggests VIIRS DNB data can enhance space weather prediction efforts.
Data in Action
May 30, 2025
Our Earth Data Officer, Katie Baynes, spoke at the Federal GIS Conference Plenary. In case you missed her presentation, here is a story map for you to catch up on how NASA Earth data can be leveraged in your GIS project.
StoryMap
March 5, 2025
Join us to learn more about datasets and tools that enable the harmonization of remote sensing and in situ ecological data products for site-based research.
Webinar
Aug. 22, 2024
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this webinar is postponed and will be rescheduled soon. We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your continued interest and support. We look forward to your attendance at our rescheduled webinar, to be announced.
Webinar
June 26, 2024
This webinar introduces the Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO)-Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Dark Target Aerosol data product suite and shows how to find, access, and download the data.
Webinar
May 16, 2024
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The Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) – Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Dark Target Aerosol product suite enables users to track rapid changes and movements in smoke and dust plumes that can severely impact air quality.
News
March 19, 2024
Base image captured March 5, 2024, by the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) instrument aboard the Suomi NPP satellite, overlaid with sea surface temperature.
Worldview Image of the Week
March 7, 2024
A summary of datasets, products, and resources released by NASA’s Distributed Active Archive Centers (DAACs) in Feb 2024.
News
March 4, 2024
The View Data tool lets users find and preview full-resolution MODIS and VIIRS atmospheric datasets prior to downloading.
Feature Article
Feb. 23, 2024
Image captured Feb 3, 2024, by the VIIRS instrument aboard the joint NASA/NOAA Suomi NPP satellite.
Worldview Image of the Week
Feb. 8, 2024
Base image captured Jan 31, 2024, by the VIIRS instrument aboard the joint NASA/NOAA NOAA-20 satellite, overlaid with IMERG Precipitation Rate.
Worldview Image of the Week
Feb. 1, 2024
NASA researchers are tweaking algorithms and combining data from multiple satellites to track tropical forest fires in Brazil.
Feature Article
Feb. 1, 2024
Base image captured Jan 12, 2024, by the VIIRS instrument aboard the joint NASA/NOAA Suomi NPP satellite, overlaid with Chlorophyll a.
Worldview Image of the Week
Jan. 12, 2024
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