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Images captured on Sep 6 and Sep 4, 2021, by the MODIS instrument aboard the Terra satellite.
Published Sep 6, 2021 11:58 AM
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Abnormally hot and/or humid weather lasting a few days to weeks at a time are occurring more frequently in major cities across the world. These events can have detrimental impacts on public health. NASA data can aid with forecasting and monitoring extreme heat events.
Published Oct 19, 2021 03:15 PM
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Data from NASA’s SEDAC help Thomas Parris assess the impact of water stress on agriculture, industries, and people around the globe.
Published Jun 29, 2022 11:23 AM
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Data from NASA’s PO.DAAC help scientists like Dr. Jida Wang monitor the state of surface water resources around the globe.
Published Sep 29, 2022 12:50 PM
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Researchers pursue elusive forecasts of mountain snow.
Published Nov 12, 2012 01:12 PM
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Vegetation data helps researchers and resource managers develop a new approach to stopping species invasions.
Published Feb 13, 2007 01:50 PM
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Water is a finite resource, and the availability of freshwater can have major social impacts. Dr. Eric Sproles uses Earth observing data as part of his studies into water’s eco-social effects.
Published Mar 26, 2020 09:04 AM
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Published May 20, 2015 09:48 AM
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Greek scientists protect the Aegean sea from a predatory invader.
Published Jan 25, 2010 02:47 PM
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Extreme heat events lasting a few days to weeks at a time are occurring more frequently in major cities across the world and can have detrimental impacts on public health. NASA data can help forecast and monitor these events.
Published Jul 29, 2020 12:49 PM
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Drought, vegetation health, and soil moisture all can be tracked remotely. This Data Pathfinder provides links to NASA Earth observations, tools, and other resources applicable to agricultural production and water management.
Published Jul 27, 2023 11:29 AM
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Floods are one of the most costly natural disasters. NASA provides many datasets and tools that can aid with decisions regarding flood response and mitigation.
Published Sep 9, 2020 02:27 PM
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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.
Published May 22, 2020 04:30 PM
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Who uses NASA Earth science data? David Mocko, for using land-surface models to study drought.
Published Dec 17, 2018 03:02 PM
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Scientists take a census of water.
Published Apr 22, 2014 04:07 PM
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Published May 20, 2015 01:42 PM
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The Disasters Data Pathfinder focuses on several natural hazards, including tropical cyclones, wildfires, earthquakes, and volcanoes, and includes links to relevant NASA resources that can aid in monitoring conditions that might contribute to natural disasters, measuring and mitigating risk, and assessing post-event impacts.
Published Nov 29, 2021 05:00 PM
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