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The Decadal Survey provides scientific priorities indirectly through a time sequencing of recommended missions. It is a first-ever comprehensive survey of all Earth sciences that could benefit from spaceborne observations. The study is requested and supported by NASA, NOAA, USGS. The final NRC Report was released 15 January 2007.

Objective of the Decadal Survey

• Supporting activities to support national needs for research and monitoring of the dynamic Earth system during the next decade.
• Identify important directions that should influence planning for the decade beyond.