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Suomi NPP Resources
Suomi NPP Learning Resources
Learn how to access and use VIIRS/Suomi-NPP data products.
Tutorial
Oct. 2, 2018
This ARSET training covers the NASA data and tools useful for monitoring tropical storms.
Training
May 3-10, 2018
See how data from MODIS and VIIRS allow meteorologists to observe how a hurricane formed, where it went, how long it lasted, and its impact.
Data in Action
Oct. 19, 2017
Learn how to use Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) Surface Reflectance data, including data types, scale factors, and band combinations.
Tutorial
Aug. 8, 2017
Learn about the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) instrument and how to access VIIRS Surface Reflectance data.
Tutorial
Aug. 8, 2017
Follow Superstorm Sandy's lifecycle and impacts, and how the recovery of affected ecosystems were tracked by NASA remote sensing data.
Data in Action
July 6, 2017
This ARSET training covers how to access and apply satellite data relevant to land indicators, such as estimating total forest area and forest change.
Training
June 20-22, 2017
Learn how to interpret quality information within Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) Surface Reflectance data.
Tutorial
Feb. 13, 2017
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Image captured on May 9, 2022 by the VIIRS instrument aboard the joint NASA/NOAA Suomi NPP satellite.
Worldview Image of the Week
May 17, 2022
Data from NASA’s NSIDC DAAC helps scientists like Dr. Kristin Poinar develop the next generation of models for forecasting sea-level rise from melting glaciers and ice sheets.
Data User Story
May 3, 2022
Data from NASA’s Atmospheric Science Data Center helps system engineers like Abigail Nastan develop engaging new ways of partnering with data users to maximize the benefits of NASA Earth science missions.
Data User Story
May 2, 2022
Data from NASA's LAADS DAAC help Dr. Robert Holz develop algorithms and data products for studying aerosols and clouds.
Data User Story
May 2, 2022
The new Sea Level Change Data Pathfinder highlights the different datasets used to piece together the status and drivers of sea level rise.
Feature Article
Feb. 18, 2022
GeoColor imagery’s quality, frequency, and interpretability will boost the amount of near real-time imagery available in Worldview, making it even more valuable to users.
Feature Article
Jan. 25, 2022
Image captured on 25 July 2021, by the VIIRS instrument, aboard the joint NASA/NOAA Suomi NPP satellite.
Worldview Image of the Week
Jan. 10, 2022
Image captured on 18 July 2021, by the VIIRS instrument, aboard the joint NASA/NOAA Suomi NPP satellite.
Worldview Image of the Week
Jan. 4, 2022
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