CSER: Center for Satellite and Earth Science Research
The Center for Satellite and Earth Science Research advances Earth system science through cutting-edge satellite technology, data-driven research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. We deliver policy-relevant insights that enhance environmental resilience, support sustainable development, and empower the next generation of scientific leaders through meaningful research and mentorship. As a national leader in remote sensing, we provide reliable early warning systems that inform the public, save lives, and strengthen global resilience. Our inclusive, accessible approach ensures innovative science that responds to urgent environmental challenges and fosters a sustainable future.
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- Eos (June 13, 2025) – Fallowed Fields Are Fueling California’s Dust Problem
New research shows that unplanted agricultural lands are behind most of the state’s anthropogenic dust events. Read Full Article Here: https://eos.org/articles/fallowed-fields-are-fueling-californias-dust-problem - NASA (April 30, 2025) – Dusty Days Are Here Again for El Paso
Spring and early summer in the Chihuahuan Desert are dusty, but El Paso and the Borderplex region are experiencing one of their dustiest seasons since […] - The Lancet (April 8, 2025) – Climate change fuels deadly dust storms worldwideDust and sand storms, including the fast-moving, towering walls of particulate matter and debris known as “haboobs”, are becoming more frequent and severe with climate […]