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Learn how to work with ASTER Level 1 Precision Terrain Corrected Registered At-Sensor Radiance ASTER L1T HDF-EOS (.hdf) files in R.
Data Recipe
Aug. 4, 2017
Learn how to decode quality data from MODIS products using an API quality service.
Tutorial
July 28, 2017
This ARSET training provides an overview of drought classification and web-based tools for drought monitoring and visualization.
Training
July 12-19, 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
Read how Navajo Nation Climate III DEVELOP team used Earth observation data to investigate drivers of drought in the Southwestern United States.
Data in Action
June 14, 2017
Researchers use the the combined Terra and Aqua MODIS leaf area index data product to detect crop damage caused by hail.
Data in Action
May 31, 2017
Discover how remote sensing supports temperature modeling, urban agriculture mapping, and analysis of floodplain behavior in arid regions.
Data in Action
April 26, 2017
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NASA's Level-1 and Atmosphere Archive and Distribution System Distributed Active Archive Center has joined the Earthdata Forum, NASA's interactive platform that gives data users the chance to communicate with and learn from experts.
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March 1, 2021
Is the delicate relationship between fire and plants changing?
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
Deforestation is taking a toll on the Amazon and other areas of high variability of life. Dr. Eric Bullock uses NASA Earth observation data to explore the consequences of land use and land cover change in these areas.
Data User Story
Feb. 25, 2021
Global climate change is leading to shifts in vital ecosystems. Dr. Malone uses Earth observation data to explore how a changing climate impacts ecosystem structure and function.
Data User Story
Feb. 25, 2021
Coastal ecosystems are some of Earth’s most biologically varied environments, especially coastal mangrove forests. Dr. Lagomasino uses Earth observing data to study these vital biomes.
Data User Story
Feb. 25, 2021
Image captured on 25 January 2021, by the MODIS instrument, aboard the Terra satellite.
Worldview Image of the Week
Feb. 1, 2021
The webinar introduces satellite remote sensing, radiance conversion, image classification, and geophysical product creation, and more.
Webinar
Jan. 29, 2021
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