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Jan 26
ESA PolInSAR – Biomass 2026 – 12th International Workshop on Science and Applications of SAR Polarimetry and Polarimetric Interferometry, 6thBiomass Science Workshop and 1st Cal/Val meeting
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Feb 02
ESA Digital Twin Earth Components: Open Science Meeting 2026
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Feb 02
8th Advanced Training Course on Radar Polarimetry
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EO AFRICA R&D FORUM 2026 – Achievement and Future Pathways

May 25 - May 27

An ESA-funded initiative, this forum highlights cutting-edge research and innovation within Africa’s food-water nexus, showcasing how Earth Observation supports sustainable water management, agriculture, and food security. Why Attend: Discover findings from ESA-funded EO AFRICA research projects Engage with personnel from ESA and African Space Agencies Connect with the continent’s key EO research and user community …

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8th Advanced Training Course on Radar Polarimetry

February 2 - February 6

Background The European Space Agency (ESA) is organising the 8th ESA Advanced Course on Radar Polarimetry for training the next generation of Earth Observation (EO) scientists in dual and full polarimetric data for science and applications development The course is part of ESA’s EO Science for Society – the Scientific Exploitation element of EOEP-5 (the fifth cycle of …

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EO Africa Partnership R&D Scientists Users Workshops

See you at the EO AFRICA R&D Forum!

From 25 to 27 May 2026, the University of Dar Es Salaam will host the EO AFRICA R&D FORUM 2026 – Achievement and Future Pathways. The event will highlight cutting-edge research and innovation within Africa’s food-water nexus, showcasing how Earth Observation supports sustainable water management, agriculture, and food security. Secure your place among the stakeholders shaping …

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Meet you at the EO AFRICA R&D Forum 2026!

January 20 @ 08:00 - 17:00 UTC+2

From 25 to 27 May 2026, the University of Dar Es Salaam (Tanzania) will host the EO AFRICA R&D Forum 2026 – Achievement and Future Pathways. The event highlights cutting-edge research and innovation within Africa’s food-water nexus, and will showcase how Earth Observation supports sustainable water management, agriculture, and food security. Read more information and …

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BiDS | Big Data from Space 2025

September 29, 2025 - October 3, 2025
The University of Latvia, Raiņa bulvāris 19, Centra rajons,
Rīga, Lettonia LV-1586 Latvia

Background Big Data from Space 2025 (BiDS25) is a major biennial event co-organised by the European Space Agency (ESA), the European Commission, and the EU Satellite Centre (SatCen). It brings together professionals from academia, industry, government, and beyond to explore how large-scale space data and advanced technologies—like AI, cloud computing, and data platforms—can address key …

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EO Africa R&D Scientists

10 new EO AFRICA projects will kick off in September 2025

With almost 150 proposals received, the 4th Call for Tandem projects launched by ESA in cooperation with the African Union Commission (AUC) and coordinated by the EO Africa R&D Facility demonstrated the high interest in scientific collaboration between Africa and Europe. The call aimed to leverage Earth observation to tackle present and future challenges in …

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IPES takes off: ESA’s new expert exchange begins

The European Space Agency has welcomed the first International Visiting Experts under the new Integrated Policy Expert Scheme (IPES). This innovative scheme aims to bridge the gap between cutting-edge Earth observation (EO) solutions and international and European policies on environment and sustainable development. The scheme fosters collaboration and further ensures that EO solutions are policy …

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Living Planet Symposium 2025

June 23, 2025 - June 27, 2025
Austria Center Vienna, Bruno-Kreisky-Platz 1
Wien, 1220 Austria

Background The Living Planet Symposium 2025 (LPS25) is the latest in ESA’s triennial series of global events on Earth observation. Held every three years, these symposia have grown in both size and scope, focusing on key environmental issues. In response to the intensifying climate crisis, LPS25 will center on the theme of moving “from observation …

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Satellite-based tools for investigating aquatic ecosystems 2023

This post contains educational material from the 2023 ‘Satellite-based tools for investigating aquatic ecosystems’ online training course. It was held as a precursor to the Trevor Platt Science Foundation Symposium, and was run for 4 months from April – July 2023. The lectures can also be found on YouTube by clicking here. Access specific videos …

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