Applications of Satellite Remote Sensing

A CIESIN Thematic Guide to Social Science Applications of Remote Sensing

An introduction to remote sensing for a non-technical audience, as well as a look at  the application of remote sensing to social science research questions; with examples of social science applications in six different fields, and a table listing the characteristics of major sensors.

CIESIN Thematic Guide to Night-Time Light Remote Sensing and its Applications

This extensively illustrated guide introduces users to the types of night-time light data available, its characteristics and limitations. It details the distinguishing features of the stable lights, radiance calibrated and time series Average DN data sets.