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Miguel Pato is a leading figure in the field of hyperspectral remote sensing, with a specific focus on aquatic environments and atmospheric correction. His research centers on the calibration and validation of satellite-derived water reflectance products, a critical step for monitoring water quality and ecosystem health from space. Pato’s most notable contribution is the first extensive, full-mission evaluation of the German EnMAP satellite’s water leaving reflectance data. In his highly cited 2024 study, he rigorously assessed three different atmospheric correction processors across 17 diverse water sites, providing the foundational benchmark for the reliability of EnMAP’s aquatic products. This work, already garnering 7 citations, is essential for the growing community using EnMAP for inland and coastal water studies. By identifying the strengths and limitations of each processor, Pato’s research directly informs best practices for future hyperspectral missions and enables more accurate retrieval of water quality parameters, solidifying his role as a key validator in the transition of cutting-edge satellite technology into operational environmental science.
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