We are in the process of migrating all NASA Earth science data sites into Earthdata from now until end of 2026. Not all NASA Earth science data and resources will appear here until then. Thank you for your patience as we make this transition.
Read about the Web Unification Project
Data in Action
All across the planet, NASA Earth science data are used to meet real-world challenges.
Featured Data in Action
5 MIN READ
The eBird project uses NASA data and observations from amateur birdwatchers to provide insights into the decline in avian populations throughout North America.
June 17, 2025
2 MIN READ
Agricultural burning in Kansas produces smoky skies and healthy crops.
June 6, 2025
Filters
3 MIN READ
In Spring 2018, DEVELOP researchers used MODIS data to develop a mosquito tracking model to help prevent vector-borne diseases in Western Europe.
Aug. 29, 2018
6 MIN READ
Explore how NASA's data provide critical insights into curbing China's dust, mapping Antarctic geology, and understanding Australian grasslands through these publication highlights.
July 25, 2018
6 MIN READ
Remote sensing data's drought-indicating parameters are essential to manage the impact of water scarcities and minimize drought losses.
June 27, 2018
4 MIN READ
Learn how ASTER data are being used to study vegetation health and water in Africa.
May 23, 2018
7 MIN READ
Discover how remote sensing data support water monitoring, wildfire risk modeling, and identification of optimal rainwater harvesting locations.
April 25, 2018
4 MIN READ
Read how researchers from NASA's DEVELOP team analyzed temperature trends in the Northeast to create maps for the agricultural and energy industries.
April 13, 2018
3 MIN READ
Learn how a NASA DEVELOP project used MODIS and ASTER data to create a model of social vulnerability to fire hazards in the Appalachian forests.
March 7, 2018
3 MIN READ
See ASTER instrument images revealing the transformation of South Korea's Mount Gariwang for the 2018 Winter Olympics.
Feb. 21, 2018
SHOWING 8 OF 116