Mariana Altenburg Soppa
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Mariana Altenburg Soppa is a leading researcher in satellite oceanography and aquatic remote sensing, with a focus on advancing the use of hyperspectral Earth observation for water quality monitoring. Her key research areas include atmospheric correction of satellite imagery, validation of water-leaving reflectance products, and the application of spaceborne sensors like EnMAP to inland and coastal waters. Soppa’s major contribution lies in the rigorous assessment of EnMAP’s standard normalized water-leaving reflectance products—a critical step for ensuring the reliability of this next-generation German hyperspectral mission. Her 2024 study, which evaluates EnMAP data across 17 diverse water sites using three atmospheric correction processors, represents the first comprehensive validation of its kind, directly supporting the operational use of EnMAP for aquatic science. With over 7 citations in its first year, this work is already shaping best practices for hyperspectral water remote sensing. Soppa’s efforts bridge the gap between sensor calibration and real-world applications, making her a key figure in the transition to high-resolution, multi-parameter water quality monitoring from space.
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