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MODIS Resources
Earthdata resources for users working with NASA’s Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) data include tutorials and other learning resources, news announcements such as instrument updates and data releases, user guides and related documents, and frequently asked questions.
MODIS Learning Resources
Learn how to interpret Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Vegetation Indices quality data by understanding layers, decoding bits, and using tools for quality assessment.
Tutorial
April 10, 2017
Learn how to access improved Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Land Surface Temperature data via Earthdata Search, covering product details and download steps.
Tutorial
April 10, 2017
Learn how to use Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Version 6 Land Surface Temperature data, and access details about its scale factors, visualization, and related resources.
Tutorial
April 10, 2017
Learn how to interpret and utilize quality information within Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Thermal Anomalies and Fire data.
Tutorial
April 5, 2017
Learn how to use Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Thermal Anomalies and Fire data, interpret fire masks, and visualize data.
Tutorial
April 5, 2017
Learn how to access Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Thermal Anomalies and Fire data via Earthdata Search, covering product details and download steps.
Tutorial
April 5, 2017
Satellite data from NASA's MODIS instrument illustrates the relationship between snow cover and temperature and the viability of skiing conditions over time.
Data in Action
Feb. 2, 2017
Learn about Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Version 6 Surface Reflectance data, including band combinations and data values.
Tutorial
Jan. 23, 2017
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Worldview and GIBS recently released new imagery in version 3.9.1 including MODIS Flood Product and CYGNSS Soil Moisture.
Blog
April 13, 2021
A new Fire Information for Resource Management System (FIRMS) focused on the US and Canada provides expanded capabilities including additional map layers, ownership boundaries, and daily fire dangers.
News
April 13, 2021
Imagery of Earth at night provide unique opportunities for research. Dr. Miller uses these data in his studies of Earth’s nocturnal environment.
Data User Story
April 13, 2021
The provisional public release of the Harmonized Landsat Sentinel-2 (HLS) dataset through NASA’s LP DAAC opens new avenues for global terrestrial research.
Feature Article
April 12, 2021
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