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

Mar 18, 2026 · NASA Earth observation data help researchers understand biodiversity issues such as species distribution, forest health, and water resource management.

Jan 1, 1994 · Integrated Biosphere Simulator Model (IBIS), Version 2.5 The Integrated Biosphere Simulator (or IBIS) is designed to be a comprehensive model of the terrestrial biosphere; the model …

Earthdata is the home for full and open access to NASA's Earth science data collections, accelerating scientific advancement for societal benefit.

NASA's Land Processes Distributed Active Archive Center provides data crucial to the investigation, characterization, and monitoring of biological, geological, hydrological, ecological, and related …

4 days ago · Biosphere NASA biosphere data are critical for understanding Earth's many different species, climate regulation and change, and its ecosystem processes.

Mar 27, 2026 · One of the most consequential forces shaping our planet is ourselves — the human species. When humans build cities, plant or cut down forests, grow crops, burn fuel, and alter bodies …

Mar 27, 2026 · Terrestrial ecosystems, land-based communities of creatures, plants, and their surrounding environment, are an expansive focus of NASA's Earth observations. Observing such …

2 days ago · NASA’s Earth-observing satellites collect multiple vegetation indices to help researchers study forests, water cycles, and biodiversity.

The Terra and Aqua combined Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) Land Cover Type (MCD12Q1) Version 6.1 data product provides global land cover types at yearly intervals. The …