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VIIRS Resources
Earthdata resources for users working with NASA’s Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) 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.
VIIRS Learning Resources
This ARSET training provides an overview and demonstration of the latest version of SeaDAS 8.4.1, which is useful for remote sensing of water quality.
Training
Feb. 13, 2024
This ARSET training familiarizes participants with the various modules available in FIRMS and explores the range of data and information available.
Training
April 16-30, 2025
Esta capacitación de tres partes cubrirá los distintos módulos disponibles en FIRMS.
Training
July 9-23, 2025
Agricultural burning in Kansas produces smoky skies and healthy crops.
Data in Action
June 6, 2025
A comparison of aurora forecasts with actual satellite observations suggests VIIRS DNB data can enhance space weather prediction efforts.
Data in Action
May 30, 2025
Our Earth Data Officer, Katie Baynes, spoke at the Federal GIS Conference Plenary. In case you missed her presentation, here is a story map for you to catch up on how NASA Earth data can be leveraged in your GIS project.
StoryMap
March 5, 2025
Join us to learn more about datasets and tools that enable the harmonization of remote sensing and in situ ecological data products for site-based research.
Webinar
Aug. 22, 2024
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this webinar is postponed and will be rescheduled soon. We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your continued interest and support. We look forward to your attendance at our rescheduled webinar, to be announced.
Webinar
June 26, 2024
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Image captured July 3, 2025, by the VIIRS instrument aboard the joint NASA/NOAA Suomi NPP platform.
Worldview Image of the Week
July 3, 2025
Image captured June 23, 2025, by the VIIRS instrument aboard the joint NASA/NOAA NOAA-21 platform.
Worldview Image of the Week
June 26, 2025
A summary of datasets, products, and resources released by NASA’s Distributed Active Archive Centers (DAACs) in May 2025.
News
June 12, 2025
Annual prescribed burns are crucial for improving and maintaining pasture and crop land health, and remote sensing data provides near real-time information on location and air quality.
News
June 6, 2025
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