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Photograph of Dr. Larry O'Neill in front of a waterfall

Dr. Larry O'Neill

Who uses NASA Earth science data? Dr. Larry O’Neill, to explore the effects of air-sea interactions on weather, ocean, and climate.
Data User Story
April 22, 2021
Dr. Faisal Hossain

Dr. Faisal Hossain

For the people of Asia and Southeast Asia, water is integral to their livelihood. Dr. Hossain uses NASA Earth observing data to improve water management and accelerate economic development in these regions.
Data User Story
April 22, 2021
Orbital Track Map

The Precision Behind Sea Level Rise

Knowing the precise location of a satellite in space is critical for determining sea surface height and, through this, the rate of global mean sea level rise.
Feature Article
April 19, 2021
Carmen Boening

Dr. Carmen Boening

The Global Sea Level Change portal is NASA’s home for sea level change data and information. As the portal’s principal investigator, Dr. Boening ensures that it remains a key resource for both scientists and the general public.
Data User Story
April 12, 2021
Between 2013 and 2016, a large mass of unusually warm ocean water--nicknamed the blob--dominated the North Pacific, indicated here by red, pink, and yellow colors

The Blob

Too much warmth and too little wind fueled a massive marine heat wave along the Pacific Coast.
Feature Article
March 1, 2021
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