Satellite Oceanography and Climatology Division Road Map

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• Executive Summary
• 1. Introduction
• 2. Drivers and Trends for SOCD Research
  • 2.1 Mandate
  • 2.2 Policy
  • 2.3 Requirements
  • 2.4 Satellite Programs
  • 2.5 Trends
  • 2.6 Strategic Priorities
• 3. Capabilities
  • 3.1 Technology Areas
  • 3.2 Science Teams
  • 3.3 Transitioning Research to Operations
• 4. Roadmaps and Linkages
  • 4.1 SOCD Roadmaps
  • 4.2 Links with Mission Goals and Programs
  • 4.2.1 Ecosystems
  • 4.2.2 Climate
  • 4.2.3 Weather and Water
  • 4.2.4 Commerce and Transportation
  • 4.2.5 Mission Support
• 5. Current Research
  • 5.1 Science Team Research
  • 5.2 Cross-Cutting Research
• 6. Performance Targets
• 7. Constraints and Enablers
• 8. Risks
• 9. Impact on NOAA Goals and Society
• 10. Summary
• Appendix IV - Mission Goal Outcomes and Performance Objectives
• Appendix V - Science Team Performance Measures
• Appendix VI - Science Team Risk Assessments
• Appendix VII - Abbreviations and Acronyms