NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration selected Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) for the NASA Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) Satellite project's third Science and Applications Team. This means SSAI scientists will generate novel information from #PACE measurements to better study and monitor the health and stability of fragile, important coastal and fresh water ecosystems. NASA’s successful launch of PACE in February 2024 marked a significant step in improving the mapping, characterization, and quantification of coastal waters and lake ecosystems. “We will continue to advance our modeling approach to decipher the types, pigments, and species of microscopic plants (phytoplankton) in global aquatic ecosystems,” said Nima Pahlevan, Ph.D., who is an SSAI scientist and PACE-SAT team member. “Our products will support research and development toward identifying and characterizing harmful algal bloom events that threaten our coastal economy and its livelihood. Through this project, we will work with NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration fisheries and aquaculture researchers and businesses to support PACE products integration into forecasting models that enhance early-warning systems for efficient resource management.” United States coastal counties have nearly 40 percent of the country’s total population, according to @NOAA. These counties annually produce $10 trillion in goods and services, employ 54.6 million people, and pay $4 trillion in wages, NOAA reports. Using the data we gain from PACE, we will provide reliable and novel information to our partners, including NOAA fisheries, to improve decision-making processes in coastal and fresh water ecosystems (e.g., identifying suitable aquaculture sites). Congratulations to the SSAI PACE-SAT team for their ongoing, successful, and crucial work on preserving our vital coastal waterways! The Ocean Color Instrument (OCI) Instrument aboard NASA's Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite captured this image of the world on May 8, 2024. It shows a true-color corrected reflectance image overlaid with a layer showing high chlorophyll a concentrations around the world. (source: https://hubs.ly/Q02GR_Kn0) #ssai #nasa #noaa #ssaitechnicalcapabilitiespillar #ssaipeoplepillar #STEM #PACEMission #KeepingPACE
Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Lanham, MD 5,976 followers
Science and Technology with Passion
About us
Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) is a leading provider of science, engineering, and technology solutions for customers who seek new frontiers. For more than 47 years, we have been by their side, aligning with their vision and goals to provide excellent research and technical support. We support pioneers in science and engineering—such as NASA and NOAA—and we’ve made significant contributions to more than 150 Earth and space science missions. SSAI’s exceptional services are built on our genuine passion for research and innovative solutions. Our expert scientists, engineers, and IT professionals share a commitment to providing solutions for the unique needs of each client. SCIENCE - We focus our passion for science on exploring important questions to improve the quality of life for all of us. ENGINEERING - SSAI engineers design and build new technology to gather accurate data that keep us informed. INFORMATION ANALYTICS - We provide advanced information technology solutions to meet the needs of our customers and their end users.
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http://www.ssaihq.com/
External link for Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)
- Industry
- Defense and Space Manufacturing
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Lanham, MD
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1977
- Specialties
- engineering, science, Information Technology, and information analytics
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10210 Greenbelt Road, Suite 600
Lanham, MD 20706, US
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100 Exploration Way
Suite 300
Hampton, Virginia 23666, US
Employees at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)
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Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) researchers Zachary Fasnacht and Yasuko Yoshida were part of a team of scientists who had a research paper recently published in the American Meteorological Society's “Artificial Intelligence for the Earth Systems” journal. The paper explores the use of artificial intelligence to help understand differing measurements gathered in satellite data of the amount of chlorophyll in plants. The researchers use the European Space Agency - ESA's Global Ozone Monitoring Experiment 2 (GOME-2) instrument to measure the amount of greening or production of chlorophyll in plants which provides insight into the health of plants and crops. "We want to better understand how climate and weather impact the growth of crops across the globe,” explains Zachary. The research connects directly to climate change and a continually warming planet. By researching and understanding how increasingly hot summers and years and other elements of climate change impact plants and crops, the scientists can work to battle this ever-increasing danger to Earth. To read the publication, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e3R_J8F5 #ssai #nasa #nasagoddard #noaa #science #europeanspaceagency #ssaitechnicalcapabilitiespillar #ssaipeoplepillar
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Congratulations on your new journey, Joseph! 🚀 Your adventure is taking off, and we can't wait to see the incredible things you'll achieve. Welcome aboard! 🌟
Senior Research Scientist at Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) at NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD
The adventure begins in T-1 day!
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Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) and the Bahethi Family Foundation (BFF) awarded 14 scholarships and presented them during the recent SSAI and BFF Dependent Scholarship award in-person and virtual ceremony. This was SSAI and BFF’s 29th year of the scholarship program, in which they award scholarships to talented and well-rounded students to enable their access to quality education and empower them to pursue their dreams. During the ceremony, SSAI CEO and BFF President, Dr. Shilpa Bahethi lauded the awardees, “… please always remember that each one of you possesses the power to make a significant impact on the world, and we have the confidence that you will do just that. Continue to dream big, embrace challenges, and never forget that you have a community at the Bahethi Family Foundation and SSAI cheering you on every step of the way.” Congratulations to our scholars — we look forward to seeing what you all will accomplish! #SSAI #STEM #Higher Education #SSAICoporateSocialResponsibilityPillar #SSAIPeoplePillar
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🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from SSAI! 🇺🇸 As we celebrate America's independence, we honor the courage and determination that shaped our nation. For nearly 50 years, Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) has proudly contributed to America's legacy of innovation and exploration. Today, we express our gratitude to our team and partners for their fortitude, and we celebrate the freedoms and opportunities that define our country. We wish everyone a joyous Independence Day filled with pride in our nation! #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay #SSAI #Innovation #Exploration #SSAICorporateSocialResponsibilityPillar
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🎉 Exciting times at Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI)! 🎉 SSAI interns in our EXPLORE (Experience Learning & Observing Real-world Education) corporate internship program introduced themselves recently to each other nationwide. This program offers college and high school students, as well as early career professionals, the chance to work on real-world assignments while shadowing experienced professionals. We are thrilled to have all the interns join the SSAI family! This event was hosted by our Explore Program leads, Josie Pearson, Director of Organizational Development, and Kaitlin Pommert, Organizational Development Specialist who have been hard at work to ensure the internship program kick-off is a resounding success! During the event, we had warm welcomes and introductions from SSAI executives starting with our CEO, Dr. Shilpa Bahethi, MD. Interns shared their names, university affiliations, degree focuses, and meaningful experiences or aspirations. We are proud to have such a diverse group of interns from various backgrounds and degree paths. Upcoming exciting events and activities were also discussed such as the opportunity to participate in professional development and other workshops. We look forward to the culminating videos showcasing their experiences and stay tuned for further updates throughout the summer. For those interested in future SSAI internship opportunities and joining our dynamic team, visit our website often for open positions: https://lnkd.in/ekRmDjfs #SSAI #Internship #STEM #Engineering #TechTalks #Workshops #FutureLeaders #JoinOurTeam #SSAIPeoplePillar
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Be sure to register by July 24th! Registration link: https://lnkd.in/eiZjB32B #ssai #networking #futureofhealth #healthIT #NIH #HHS #futuretrends #ssaitechnicalcapabilitiespillar
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SSAI PACE Satellite Mission Employees Honored with NASA Achievement Awards Leland Chemerys, a Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI) PACE (NASA’s Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite mission) Ocean Color Instrument (OCI) Systems Engineer, was awarded a NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Agency Outstanding Public Leadership Medal for his support of OCI, which is PACE’s main instrument. Also, the PACE OCI Team received a Group Achievement Award. NASA’s PACE mission conducts satellite observations of global ocean biology; aerosols, which are tiny particles in the atmosphere; and clouds. PACE accesses the health of the world’s oceans by measuring the distribution of phytoplankton, which are tiny plants and algae that sustain marine food systems. PACE also studies main aspects of the atmosphere associated with air quality and Earth’s climate. The OCI is a highly-advanced optical device that is used to measure properties of light in portions of Earth’s electromagnetic spectrum. Data about ocean colors are essential to climate studies. The color of the ocean is determined by the interaction of sunlight with substances present in seawater, such as chlorophyll, which is found in most phytoplankton species. By monitoring these areas, the OCI helps to understand the diverse systems that drive ocean ecology. The OCI was built at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in Greenbelt, Maryland. Pictured in the photo below, top, are Leland Chemerys, left, and his wife Amber. In the second picture below is the PACE OCI team being honored with a Group Achievement Award. From the left to right are Dr. Makenzie Lystrup, NASA GSFC Director; Michelle Smith, PACE OCI Business Manager; Robby Estep, PACE OCI Instrument Manager; Dustyn Strosnider, SSAI Program Manager & PACE OCI Deputy Instrument Manager; and Leland Chemerys.
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🌠 Today is International Asteroid Day and Social Media Day! 🌠 Today, we recognize International Asteroid Day, which commemorates the Tunguska event of 1908 and aims to raise awareness about asteroids and planetary defense. At Science Systems and Applications, Inc (SSAI), we are proud to contribute to this global effort. We design, build, and maintain cutting-edge instruments and manage critical data to expand our knowledge and improve our quality of life. We also celebrate Social Media Day, recognizing how platforms like this have transformed communication, connectivity, and information-sharing. Through social media, we can share our discoveries, engage with the global community, and inspire the next generation of scientists and explorers. Join us in celebrating the power of science and social media to connect, inform, and protect our world! 🌍💫📡 #InternationalAsteroidDay #SocialMediaDay #ScienceExploration #SSAI #SpaceScience #PlanetaryProtection #GlobalConnectivity #SSAITechnicalCapabilitiesPillar #SSAICommunicationsPillar