Satellite Gravimetry Summer School 2026

“Processing and Applications of Satellite Gravimetry Signals in Hydrology for Disaster Risk Management and Planning”

Overview

Satellite gravimetry has emerged as a powerful Earth observation technology for monitoring changes in terrestrial water storage, groundwater resources, climate variability, and natural hazards at regional to global scales. Data from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) and GRACE Follow-On (GRACE-FO) satellite missions have significantly enhanced our ability to understand the Earth’s water cycle and support evidence-based decision-making for sustainable water resource management and disaster risk reduction.

This Summer School aims to introduce participants to the principles, processing techniques, and practical applications of satellite gravimetry for hydrological and environmental studies. Through lectures, hands-on exercises, and case studies, participants will gain knowledge on how GRACE/GRACE-FO observations can be utilized to monitor water resources, assess climate change impacts, evaluate flood and drought conditions, investigate land subsidence and sea level rise, and support disaster preparedness and management.

The program is organized under the research project “Enhancing Satellite Gravimetry Data for Sustainable Water Resource and Disaster Management in Thailand and Southeast Asia,” funded by PMU-B. It serves as a platform for knowledge exchange among researchers, practitioners, students, and decision-makers interested in advancing the use of satellite-based technologies for addressing water and disaster challenges in Thailand and Southeast Asia. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from leading experts in satellite gravimetry, hydrology, climate science, and geospatial technologies, while exploring practical applications using Python and GIS tools. The Summer School is designed to accommodate participants from diverse backgrounds and experience levels, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and capacity building in Earth observation and environmental management.

Therefore, Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is pleased to invite researchers, academics, students, and professionals in water resources, climate, environmental sciences, and disaster management to participate in the Satellite Gravimetry Summer School 2026. This training program is organized under the research project: “Enhancing Satellite Gravimetry Data for Sustainable Water Resource and Disaster Management in Thailand and Southeast Asia” funded by the Program Management Unit for Human Resources & Institutional Development, Research and Innovation (PMU-B). The Summer School aims to strengthen regional capacity in the utilization of satellite gravimetry data, particularly from the GRACE and GRACE-FO missions, for monitoring terrestrial water storage, assessing climate variability impacts, and supporting evidence-based water and disaster management.

Training Schedule

Theme 1: Satellite Gravimetry for Water Resource Management

📅 Date: 23 July 2026

Theme 2: Satellite Gravimetry for Disaster Monitoring and Assessment

📅 Date:  24 July 2026

📍 Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Pathum Thani, Thailand

Key Topics

• Introduction to GRACE and GRACE-FO satellite missions
• Applications of satellite gravimetry in water resource management
• Climate variability and climate change impacts
• Natural hazards and disasters, including floods, droughts, earthquakes, and land subsidence
• Oceanographic applications and sea level rise
• Python and GIS applications for satellite data analysis
• Case studies from Thailand and Southeast Asia

Target Participants

This Summer School welcomes participants from all backgrounds, including researchers, academics, students, government officers, private-sector professionals, and practitioners working in water resources, environmental sciences, climate change, disaster risk management, geospatial technologies, remote sensing, GIS, hydrology, and Earth observation. Individuals who are interested in learning about satellite gravimetry and its practical applications are also encouraged to participate. The program is designed to accommodate both beginners and experienced users through a combination of lectures, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies.

Benefits

• Free of charge
• Flexible participation by selecting preferred theme(s)
• Lectures and hands-on sessions led by distinguished experts
• Certificate of participation upon completion

Registration

Application Deadline: 12 July 2026

Registration Form:
https://forms.gle/Gow7tZYo2qthbhxt6

Important Note

All lectures and hands-on training sessions will be conducted in Thai.