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UK wins bid to host world-renowned International Symposium on Remote Sensing of Environment (ISRSE-40)

The UK will be hosting the 40th International Symposium on Remote Sensing of Environment (ISRSE-40) at the Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre, Hampshire, from 17 to 21 March 2025

The co-location of ISRSE-40 with the Farnborough International Space Show offers an exciting opportunity to build closer links between academia and industry across the Earth Observation sphere, for the benefit of all.

Convened biennially since 1962, the Symposium is a global summit for world-renowned experts to share crucial, emerging knowledge in pursuit of protecting the planet and its people from harm.

The Symposium will host multiple international agencies including NASA and ESA, leading scientists, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners all dedicated to the advancement of remote sensing technologies and the data analysis pivotal to Earth observation capabilities and space applications.

A partnership between a consortium of UK-based organisations, including Farnborough International, National Centre for Earth Observation and Space South Central, and ICORSE, the event will foster international collaboration, drive innovation, and address key global challenges including climate change, resource management, and disaster response.

Helen Brindley, NCEO Director of EO Data and Model Evaluation, at Imperial College London comments:

NCEO is dedicated to the study and exploitation of remotely sensed Earth Observation data, principally from space. NCEO researchers work with colleagues across the international environmental science communities to develop and enhance EO data, translating the raw observations into scientific knowledge and actionable information that benefits wider UK science and policy. We proudly support the ISRSE-40 conference, showcasing the UK’s leadership in earth observation technologies. This event marks a significant opportunity for the global community to benefit from our pioneering research and collaborative spirit in addressing Earth’s systemic challenges.

The co-location of ISRSE-40 with the Farnborough International Space Show offers an exciting opportunity to build closer links between academia and industry across the EO sphere, for the benefit of all.  We look forward to working with ICORSE and partners in creating a vibrant and engaging programme that delivers a successful, impactful event, demonstrating how integrated Earth Observation data can be pivotal in developing sustainable solutions across the globe”

For more information on ISRSE-40, visit their website.