The availability of information products derived from the raw data and having known characteristics and limitations is an essential prerequisite to expanding the use of earth observation data beyond the relatively small community of remote sensing specialists. The EODS Program supports research and development in the extraction of information from earth observation data which will permit the generation of the required information products. The work leading to such information products includes the production, validation and documentation of data sets for various applications, refined as dictated by the new data sources and by increasing accuracy and resolution requirements of the users. To be successful, the products must be derived for specific uses and clients in both operational and research contexts. The needs of these clients and the expected market potential and benefits from the proposed products must be well understood at the outset.
Examples are biophysical or geophysical parameters, features of anthropogenic origin, etc.
Prospective participants are invited to submit a Proposal of Research consistent with the description of the EODS Program and its objectives. Recognizing that the development of accurate and reliable products from raw remote sensing measurements is often a complicated process, EODS will consider proposals aimed at various stages of this process. In order to maintain flexibility and to allow for the inclusion of newly identified issues in particular areas of importance to the Program, the priorities of the Program will be updated as required. The work identified in a proposal will normally be expected to be completed within two years. The EODS Program is responsible for the provision of remote sensing data for the accepted proposals.