The Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) instrument is a full-waveform lidar installed on the International Space Station that produces detailed observations of the 3D structure of …

Mar 27, 2025 · The term "biodiversity" is used to describe the abundance and variety of life on Earth. Having a diverse assemblage of plants, animals, and other organisms in a wide range …

Mar 27, 2025 · NASA’s Earth science data show the impact of humans on the planet through studying factors like nighttime lights, land cover, and agriculture.

Apr 11, 2025 · Wetlands are a type of terrain where the land is permanently or seasonally saturated with water. Swamps and marshes are types of wetlands. Insects, waterfowl, fish, …

Dec 28, 2020 · Where land meets water Wetlands are places where land is permanently or seasonally saturated with water, forming a distinct ecosystem that is both aquatic and land …

Dec 28, 2020 · The scientists knew that the ctenophore species was adaptable, a hardy organism that can tolerate a variety of temperatures and salinity. But would Mnemiopsis survive in the …

Feb 15, 2025 · NASA biosphere data are critical for understanding Earth's species, climate regulation and change, and its ecosystem processes.

Jul 31, 2024 · Undoubtedly, the new Level 4C WSCI product will aid such investigations. “Data on structural complexity gives ecologists a better understanding of forest species diversity and …

Jul 28, 2020 · Increased human population often leads to greater influence on the environment and sharper declines in species and ecosystems.

Jul 12, 2021 · What’s Next So far the Pangeo project has been focused on tools for processing large datasets, but many researchers are now interested in using the Pangeo ecosystem for …