From red tides to forest fires, we’re using technology to protect lives.
As critical thinkers and complex problem solvers, Noblis engineers and scientists have extensive experience supporting oceanic, atmospheric, and space systems communities. In fact, our Oceanic, Atmospheric & Space Systems (OAS) Mission Area is a prime example of how we use our expertise to work in the public interest and deliver real-world, practical applications to our clients.
Our mission is to assist the Earth observation community in developing systems and products that meet the U.S. requirements for weather, environmental, and climate change information and contribute to the Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS). We also seek to drive the improved use of environmental observations and forecasts to save lives and protect property and accelerate the transition of research to operations.
For instance, we help NOAA to ensure that satellite data is available to forecasters to improve weather forecasts and to scientists seeking to innovatively correlate smoke plumes and hot spots during fire outbreaks. We also help NOAA evolve their weather radar systems to improve tornado advance warning times and better locate areas likely to be impacted by flash floods. We have helped the oceanic community develop systems to monitor red tides and other potentially dangerous biological events that could threaten human health, reduce the backlog of hydrographic survey needs to help avert disastrous accidents, and identify requirements for the Integrated Ocean Observing System, the U.S. contribution to the Global Ocean Observing System.
As non-commercial, objective advisors with a depth of technical expertise, Noblis people develop solutions and recommendations that meet program requirements today and anticipate future scenarios as well. Our accomplished thought leaders and subject matter experts provide effective program design, procurement, and contract management services designed exclusively to help our clients fulfill their missions. Through the years, these services and our own internally sponsored research have led to:
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Dramatic technological advances in satellite systems, ground systems and imaging techniques
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Sound, sustainable approaches that enhance client ability to collect, integrate, visualize, and analyze data
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Innovative weather products and services
Because of Noblis contributions, weather-related events are better understood and more precisely projected, and more advances are in sight. That means greater safety and security, a sounder environment and a better quality of life for the public.