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The GLCF is a NASA funded center for providing remote sensing products and services to users around the world. During my term I had the opportunity to contribute in a range of operations – from the core aspects of GIS- Remote Sensing, to the marketing and dissemination of information regarding its products and services.TechnicalOne of my key contributions as Geospatial Analyst was in developing methods (algorithms) to map the natural forest and crop cycles around the world on timelines using Landsat and MODIS satellite imagery. By the end of my tenure here, the project was successfully completed.I was also responsible for partaking in the validation of global satellite data products and automated image processing, as well as the procurement and processing of sale orders. Key achievements: Successful completion of tracking annual cycles of forest dynamics using satellite data that enabled selection of Landsat imagery from appropriate time windows for accurate forest classification.User engagement A key facet of my role here was to engage with users of geo-data products. I was involved in promoting global satellite data products and services at conferences and events to potential users/clients and assisting existing users with regard to the use of products and services. I also developed detailed communication material, including technical guides for satellite data products available at www.landcover.org. Key achievements: Showcased our products at four major conferences via presentations that generated interest among many stakeholders. I received the best paper presentation award at Geospatial World Forum, Hyderabad India Jan 18-21 2011. Title of paper: Global forest cover change mapping at Landsat resolution

I was part of a study on changes observed in Alaskan vegetation over the years, possibly due to climate change. The project involved monitoring shifts in Alaskan Arctic vegetation through daily satellite observations by using remotely sensed data from the MODIS Imaging sensors. Key achievements: At the end of the three- year research, which culminated in my master's thesis, I had the privilege of sharing the research with a wider audience through a peer-reviewed paper that appeared in the reputed journal, Remote Sensing of Environment.

As part of a team that focused on mapping and analyzing Asian Elephant habitats in Southern India using GIS, I had opportunity to learn about how geographical technologies can be powerful tools in decision-making. In this case, the goal was to minimize human-elephant conflict. This was an enjoyable and memorable introduction to GIS that cemented my interest in the field.