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ICESat Resources
Earthdata resources for users working with NASA’s NASA's Ice, Cloud, and land Elevation Satellite (ICESat) 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.
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OpenAltimetry lets users explore changes on Earth’s surface around the globe and over time, and all they need is a web browser.
Feature Article
OpenAltimetry, a cyberinfrastructure platform for working with data from NASA’s Ice, Cloud, and land Elevation Satellite (ICESat) and ICESat-2 missions, is now a full NASA Earth science application.
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Researchers use remote sensing to measure mangrove forest extent and tree height to inform sustainable management of these ecosystems.
Feature Article
Researchers peer deep into tropical forests, weighing their status as climate balancers.
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