8th ESA-ECMWF-EUMETSAT joint training in atmospheric composition
October 19 - October 23
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics
The course
Specific Goals
The training will introduce the participants to state-of-the-art satellite remote sensing, ground-based and in-situ measurement techniques for atmospheric composition monitoring and chemical transport modelling in a global context. This year the course is focused in the Remote Sensing of Air Quality, and the key topics will include:
- The recently launched Sentinel-4 and Sentinel-5 missions
- Tools and techniques for retrieving concentrations of pollutant gases from satellites
- Principles of atmospheric chemistry/dynamics and relevance on climate and air quality
- Combining data from different satellite instruments
- Methods underlying how high-quality satellite retrievals can improve the reliability of air quality models and forecasts
- Science communication
- Additional aims include fostering collaboration amongst participants and encouraging the development of individual and team projects using the data, resources and methodologies present
Target audience
The training is of interest for PhD students, early-career scientists, researchers from academia and research institutes, industry, and anyone interested in atmospheric composition monitoring and modelling. On site training participation is limited, and selection is competitive.
We are pleased to announce that the webinars prior to the in-person training will be accessible to all. Basic knowledge in the concept of remote sensing and working knowledge of python is expected.
Participants from ESA, EUMETSAT and ECMWF member states are given preference for the in-person training; however, participants from all other countries are also welcome to apply, subject to availability of space.
Schedule and Deadlines
| Applications opening : 26 March 2026 |
| Applications closure: 15 May 2026 |
| Notification of acceptance: June 2026 |
| Issue of Preliminary Programme: July 2026 |
| Issue of Final Programme: at the training course |
| Training Course: 19-23 October 2026 |