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Jason Hair is a leading figure in Earth observation and remote sensing, whose work bridges atmospheric science and cutting-edge infrared imaging technology. His most influential contribution is to NASA’s MERRA-2 Aerosol Reanalysis, a landmark study that has garnered over 929 citations. This work, part of the Modern-Era Retrospective Analysis for Research and Applications, provides a comprehensive, decades-long record of atmospheric aerosols from 1980 onward, fundamentally advancing our understanding of climate and air quality. Hair’s expertise extends to the development of novel sensor systems, notably his work on dual and multi-spectral band strained-layer superlattice (SLS) infrared cameras. He was instrumental in the Compact Thermal Imager (CTI), which successfully operated from the International Space Station in 2019, demonstrating a new generation of compact, multi-band imaging technology. This achievement not only showcases his ability to translate complex physics into operational hardware but also opens new pathways for future Earth-observing satellites. Through his blend of rigorous reanalysis and innovative instrumentation, Jason Hair continues to shape how we monitor and model our planet’s changing environment.
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- 2Dual and multi-spectral band SLS infrared camera systems2 citations · 2023