Earlier this September, SENSE students from the Universities of Edinburgh and the University of Leeds joined peers from the University of Venice for the latest ESA Science Hub Challenge, hosted at ESA’s ESRIN facility in Frascati, Italy.
Across four days, students explored cutting-edge Earth Observation science through expert talks, collaborative projects, and visits to ESA’s Φ-Lab. Working in teams, they tackled scientific challenges on topics ranging from aerosols and clouds to ocean monitoring, snow and ice, and glacier change — using ESA’s advanced data platforms to develop solutions in a short time frame.
The event provided a valuable opportunity for SENSE PhD students to network with European peers, gain direct insights from ESA scientists, and contribute to ongoing research efforts. Many of the projects will continue to evolve, with student outputs planned for publication on the ESA–NASA–JAXA Earth Observation Dashboard.
We are proud to see SENSE students taking part in this exciting initiative, showcasing the importance of collaboration and innovation in environmental data science.
Read more here: Science Hub Challenges: September 2025 – ESA Science Hub
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