Observations of Atmospheric and Oceanic Processes by Remote Sensing

Dear Colleagues,

Remote sensing technology has become a crucial tool for studying atmospheric and oceanic processes, providing valuable insights into the complex interactions between these two components of the Earth’s system. By using satellites, airborne instruments, and ground-based sensors, remote sensing allows for high-resolution, frequent observations of changes in the atmosphere and oceans, enhancing our understanding of global climate, weather, and oceanic dynamics.

The atmosphere and oceans form an interconnected system where their interactions significantly impact climate, weather patterns, and ecosystems. Oceanic factors like sea surface temperature, salinity, and currents influence atmospheric variables such as wind speed, air pressure, and moisture distribution. Conversely, atmospheric conditions such as wind, precipitation, and pressure can affect ocean properties like sea surface temperature and currents. Understanding these interactions is vital for predicting climate change, weather patterns, and ocean circulation.

Remote sensing provides critical data for observing both atmospheric and oceanic conditions. Satellite-based instruments, such as radar altimeters, scatterometers, microwave radiometers, and hyperspectral sensors, measure parameters like sea surface height, wind speed, sea surface temperature, salinity, and atmospheric composition. For example, radar altimeters can monitor ocean surface wind speeds and wave patterns, while microwave sensors measure temperature and salinity changes. Meteorological satellites offer data on atmospheric moisture, cloud cover, and temperature. Together, these measurements improve weather forecasting and help address global challenges like climate change, ocean acidification, and rising sea levels.

The applications of remote sensing extend beyond scientific research. In natural disaster management, remote sensing plays an essential role in early warning systems for storms, typhoons, tsunamis, and other hazards. By monitoring ocean temperatures, wind speeds, and atmospheric pressure in real time, remote sensing can provide valuable information for predicting and mitigating the impacts of extreme events. Moreover, remote sensing aids in marine resource management, fisheries monitoring, and coastal zone management, helping policymakers develop sustainable strategies for environmental protection and resource conservation.

As technology advances, the integration of big data and machine learning with remote sensing holds the potential for even more accurate modeling and forecasting of atmospheric and oceanic interactions. This will improve our ability to respond to climate change and support better decision-making for environmental conservation. Overall, remote sensing of the atmosphere and oceans not only advances scientific knowledge but also contributes to a more sustainable and resilient future.

The aims of this Special Issue are to explore and highlight cutting-edge research on the interactions between the atmosphere and oceans, with a particular focus on how remote sensing technologies contribute to understanding these dynamic processes. By examining advancements in remote sensing instruments, data analysis, and their application to climate monitoring, weather forecasting, ocean dynamics, and disaster management, this Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of how remote sensing aids in the study and mitigation of environmental challenges such as climate change, ocean acidification, and extreme weather events.

The subject of this Special Issue aligns closely with the journal’s scope, which focuses on the integration of advanced technology and environmental science. The journal typically emphasizes research that employs innovative methods, such as satellite imagery, sensor networks, and big data analytics, to better understand complex Earth systems. By focusing on the role of remote sensing in understanding the coupled atmosphere-ocean system, this Special Issue supports the journal’s goal of advancing knowledge and solutions for global environmental and climate-related issues.

Suggested Themes for this Special Issue:

• Remote Sensing of Ocean Dynamics and Climate Variability;
• Satellite Observations of Atmospheric Composition and Dynamics;
• Microwave Remote Sensing for Observing Ocean and Atmospheric Processes;
• Remote Sensing for Weather Forecasting and Extreme Event Prediction;
• Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions in Coastal and Marine Ecosystems;
• Electromagnetic wave propagation and scattering in complex maritime environments;
• Remote Sensing for Monitoring Sea Level Rise;
• Emerging Remote Sensing Technologies and Techniques for Ocean-Atmosphere Studies;
• Integration of Remote Sensing with Ocean and Atmospheric Models.

Suggested Article Types for Submission:

articles; reviews; technical notes; and communications.

Dr. Jinpeng Zhang
Dr. Xi Zhang
Dr. Xiaofeng Zhao
Prof. Dr. Weimin Huang
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 250 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for assessment.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Remote Sensing is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2700 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.