Myeong-Jae Jeong
Gangneung–Wonju National University, Goddard Space Flight Center
Papers
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Total Citations
2,863
H-Index
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About
Dr. Myeong-Jae Jeong is a leading figure in satellite aerosol remote sensing, best known for his pivotal role in developing and refining the Deep Blue aerosol retrieval algorithm. His research focuses on characterizing atmospheric aerosols—tiny particles affecting climate and air quality—over challenging bright-reflecting surfaces like deserts and urban areas, a domain where traditional methods falter. Dr. Jeong’s major contributions include leading the creation of the second-generation Enhanced Deep Blue algorithm, a breakthrough that significantly improved aerosol optical depth (AOD) retrievals from NASA’s MODIS instruments. His work has had a profound impact, evidenced by his most-cited paper (1,202 citations) and a suite of highly influential studies (totaling over 2,800 citations) that validated these products, compared them with other algorithms, and provided critical usage recommendations for the scientific community. Notably, he also investigated the effects of radiometric calibration improvements and thin cirrus contamination on retrieval accuracy. Through these efforts, Dr. Jeong has enabled more reliable, long-term aerosol data records, empowering researchers worldwide to better understand dust transport, pollution, and climate interactions.
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- 1Enhanced Deep Blue aerosol retrieval algorithm: The second generation1,202 citations · 2013
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