The excitement and challenges of space and earth exploration

Abstract

Over the last 50 years, the use of space platform to explore and observe our planet and the universe surrounding us has advanced in leaps and bounds. As of today there are more than hundred scientific Spacecraft monitoring all aspects of our planet environment and studying the planets in our solar system. In this talk I will discuss the advances being made and planned for the next 20 years and the role of information systems in developing the capability to better understand our planet and inform scientists, users and policy makers about the global changes which are happening. I will also show the excitement of exploration and discovery through the eyes of the teams that are exploring our solar system.

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