ESA’s EarthCARE satellite is set to launch soon, aiming to advance our understanding of clouds and aerosols and their impact on Earth’s energy balance. In response to urgent climate challenges, the European Commission and ESA have prioritized the science of clouds and aerosols within the Earth System Science Initiative, a coordinated response aligning research efforts …
This activity is focused on the exploitation of Earth Observation data, in situ data and flood models with the aim of enhancing the use of EO data for flood prediction. It is motivated by the need to maximise the use of the above-mentioned data and tools for the UN Sustainable Development Goals number 6, Water, …
Oceans play a crucial role in regulating the Earth’s climate by absorbing heat and carbon dioxide, but this leads to ocean acidification and alterations in temperature, circulation, and weather patterns, affecting marine ecosystems and global climate. Satellites have become essential tools for monitoring ocean health. Recent research, highlighted in a paper published in Earth Science …
The Greenland Ice Sheet is one of the biggest contributors to global sea level rise and, as the polar climate warms, this contribution is increasing. The decrease in the mass of the ice sheet is split approximately evenly between runoff of meltwater and flow of Greenland’s glaciers into the ocean. ESA’s 4DGreenland project aims to …
Apply now, before 6 March 2024, for five new 2-year Internal Research Fellow in Earth Observation for Earth System Science positions. Scientific activities to be carried out in these positions will focus on the following thematic priorities: Advanced SAR methods and techniques Hydrology and the water cycle Terrestrial carbon cycle Polar science and cryosphere Atmosphere. …
Embark on a journey of innovation as the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Geneva Digital Health Hub join forces to announce an open call for hackathon challenges. This opportunity invites individuals from all backgrounds, with a special focus on health sector and Earth Observation (EO) applications experts, to contribute their ideas and expertise. Get …
The EO AFRICA Research Facility has launched a revised version of the questionnaire about Africa Research gaps originally administered in 2021. The questionnaire aims to collect information from Africa-oriented EO specialists about the continent’s research challenges and gaps. Contribution of Africa-based researchers is highly welcome: please fill out the anonymous questionnaire (takes about 10-12 minutes) …
ESA’s SMOS mission data is at the forefront of space weather applications, impacting air navigation, solar flare characterization, space weather modeling, and ionospheric electron content mapping. The mission, characterised by its Microwave Imaging Radiometer using Aperture Synthesis (MIRAS) instrument, provides valuable L-band measurements in this context, as demonstrated in the ESA SMOS-Flares project. Practical demonstrations …
InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) is a satellite-based remote sensing technology using radar waves to measure and monitor ground movement, which can provide valuable insights into the stability and safety of infrastructure. This is also particularly useful for detecting subtle changes in the ground, such as subsidence or other deformations and displacements, which can indicate …
There is an increasing threat from water-related issues impacting the human population through global warming, shifts in precipitation patterns and extreme weather conditions, all leading to water stress, including natural disasters such as floods or droughts, with a risk of severe damage to the environment, property and human life. A less studied aspect of such …
