Satellite images help identify large areas of pollution caused ... Under “matching data sets” on the right side of the screen, select Aerosol Optical Thickness (1 day Terra MODIS or 1 day Aqua MODIS).

NOTE: All of the same operations described in this example can be performed with ocean color/chlorophyll data from the MODIS (Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) instrument aboard NASA’s ...

Winter forest fires in Kashmir have severe consequences for both the ecosystem and local communities. The loss of forest ...

Faced with myriad problems including gridlocked traffic and a sinking earth surface in its current capital, Iran is ...

Faced with myriad problems including gridlocked traffic and a sinking earth surface in its current capital, Iran is considering a drastic solution -- moving it to an altogether different location ...

Text messaging via satellite can be a lifeline in such situations, allowing you to reach emergency services or let loved ones know you're safe. Satellite messaging is a relatively new feature in ...

Technology in Agriculture NASA’s satellites provide essential data throughout the growing season. Landsat tracks the condition of planted fields, MODIS assists in daily yield analysis, and SMAP ...

Clouds from infrared image combined with static colour image of surface. False-colour infrared image with colour-coded temperature ranges and map overlay. Raw infrared image with map overlay. Raw ...