Introduction

Satellite remote sensing technology and the science associated with the evaluation of the resulting data are constantly evolving. To meet the growing needs related tothis industry, a team of personnel that understands the fundamental science as well asthe scientific applications related to remote sensing is essential. Therefore, the futureworkforce that will excel in this field requires individuals who not only have a strongacademic background, but have practical hands-on experience with remotely senseddata, and have developed knowledge of its real-world applications. NASA’s DEVELOPProgram has played an integral role in fulfilling this need.

Farming, Food Security and Climate Change Congress (03.03.2009)

Molly E. Brown, a research scientist at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ( NASA ), has been involved for the past 10 years with the U.S. Agency for International Development’s ( USAID ) use of satellite remote sensing to monitor food security in developing regions. Satellite estimates of crop production play an important role in USAID’s Famine Early Warning System.

According to Brown, changes in population size, reduced yields in the most productive regions and a changing climate all are elements in global food security. When people have enough to eat, U.S. national security, public health and global economic growth are improved. In an age of increasing global connectedness and enhanced technologies, scientists can make better-informed choices that will let the global food system function well for all populations.

11/02/2009

Climate Time Machine

Look at changes in global conditions over time.

NASA’s First Fifty Years: An Interactive Journey

Explore virtual pavilions, clickable models and exhibits with your robot guide Automa.

Google Earth für Anspruchsvolle

World Wind lets you zoom from satellite altitude into any place on Earth. Leveraging Landsat satellite imagery and Shuttle Radar Topography Mission data, World Wind lets you experience Earth terrain in visually rich 3D, just as if you were really there -Free Download-.