The AMU Faculty of Physics and Astronomy extends an invitation to the Astronomical Observatory Institute Seminar. The seminars are held weekly, on Thursdays at 1 p.m. in the building of the AMU Astronomical Observatory at Sloneczna 36 in Poznan.
Date: 19th December 2024
The lecture on "The PACE Satellite System: From First On-Orbit Images to Its Current Mission Status" will be given by Dominik Cieślak (University of Maryland Baltimore County)
The Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) mission provides critical insights into the exchange of carbon dioxide between the ocean and atmosphere. In addition, PACE data help clarify how airborne particles (aerosols) influence the growth of phytoplankton in surface waters. This improved understanding supports practical applications, such as pinpointing the extent and duration of harmful algal blooms—information valuable for both economic and public health considerations. Building on decades of NASA’s Earth observations, PACE promises to expand our perspective on the planet’s health, ensuring that researchers, policymakers, and communities benefit from its findings for many years to come.