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Building Foresight for Earth Science, featuring Lindsey Jacobson
Lindsey Jacobson, a NASA Pathways intern, is developing analysis tools to help NASA anticipate and manage disruptions in its Earth-observing satellite portfolio. The work aims to prevent data gaps for the scientific and operational communities that rely on this information.
Why it matters
Consistent satellite data is necessary for tracking critical planetary changes like sea levels and aerosols. These tools ensure that unexpected mission failures or delays do not leave scientists without essential environmental information.
The details
Jacobson has interned at NASA Langley every summer since 2022. The analysis tools focus on anticipating mission lifetime uncertainties and scheduling changes. The team is increasingly integrating AI tools into their workflow.
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