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National Centre for Earth Observation

National Centre for Earth Observation

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The National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO) is part of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and looks at improving knowledge of the planet by taking Earth observations from space and aircraft, as well as from the ground, to produce models which will help understand, respond and adapt to climate and environmental changes.[1]

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History

The organisation was previously centred at the University of Reading, known nationally for its department of meteorology, which requires satellite observation of the Earth. The NCEO is now at the University of Leicester, known for its research into astronomy and its National Space Centre, and is led by Professor John Remedios.[2]

Structure

The NCEO is based in the United Kingdom and works closely with the UK satellite industry. It is a part of the larger Natural Environment Research Council (NERC).[3]

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References

  1. [1]
    "University of Leicester scientist to head national research centre for Earth Observation". University of Leicester. 22 January 2014.
  2. [2]
    "National Centre for Earth Observation | The UK Marine Science and Technology Compendium". naqbase.noc.ac.uk. Retrieved 10 November 2022.
  3. [3]
    NCEO: About NCEO
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