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Terra Learning Resources
Read highlights of three publications that detail how NASA Earth observation data informs chickpea agriculture growth in India, harmful sediment plumes affecting Colombian coral reefs, and new gold sites in Egypt's Central Eastern Desert.
Data in Action
July 27, 2016
This ARSET training provides an overview of the remote sensing process, data products, and their use in air quality applications.
Training
July 6 - Aug. 3, 2016
This ARSET training introduces remote sensing for coastal and ocean applications.
Training
July 6-27, 2016
In Spring 2016, DEVELOP researchers used MODIS data to identify areas of potential palm oil production and the risks of rainforest deforestation in Indonesia.
Data in Action
June 29, 2016
Learn how NASA MODIS data and the AppEEARS tool can be used to detect and analyze temperature differences between urban and rural areas.
Data in Action
June 22, 2016
This ARSET training provides an overview of carbon monitoring for terrestrial ecosystems.
Training
June 9 - July 7, 2016
Read stories from the 2015 issue of Sensing our Planet to learn about the many uses of MODIS data distributed by LP DAAC.
Data in Action
June 1, 2016
See ASTER data used to study tornado damage in Joplin, Missouri.
Data in Action
May 26, 2016
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Image captured on 11 January 2021, by the MODIS instrument, aboard the Terra satellite.
Worldview Image of the Week
Jan. 19, 2021
The Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) enables the precise location of points on Earth’s surface. For geodesists like Dr. Herring, it also is a key geodetic technique for his studies of surface deformation processes.
Data User Story
Jan. 7, 2021
Aerosols have a huge impact on climate and human health. Dr. Steven Massie uses remotely-sensed data to better understand these impacts and improve how aerosols are detected by Earth observing satellites.
Data User Story
Jan. 7, 2021
Image captured on 28 December 2020, by the MODIS instrument, aboard the Terra satellite.
Worldview Image of the Week
Jan. 4, 2021
A new generation reconnects with greener pastures.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
Science and relief efforts come together in the aftermath of the 2005 Kashmir earthquake.
Feature Article
Dec. 28, 2020
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