Karen St. Germain

Karen St. Germain, Director of NASA’s Earth Science Division, shares her expertise on how NASA observes our planet. She discusses the profound impact of the iconic 'Earthrise' photograph and the transformative 'overview effect' experienced by astronauts. Innovations like the SWAT and PACE missions are highlighted for their role in oceanography and environmental conservation. St. Germain explores how scientific data is turning into practical solutions for climate challenges, including sustainable farming practices. Lastly, she introduces a virtual farming project that uses NASA data to help farmers simulate their crop management.