All over the world it is common for some beautiful photos to be bought, shared and appreciated. Others, in turn, with a predetermined scientific objective. Such is the case with NASA, which buys images and their analysis for higher values to identify problems and greater risks.
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Interested parties should find toxic algae blooms in water bodies. This way they can be done via satellite or Google Maps. Algae proliferation is a problem that can disrupt the ecosystem.
What is the NASA competition about?
According to the registration website, the aim of the participant is to use satellite images to identify and classify the severity of the spread of cyanobacteria in small freshwater bodies.
This will enable water quality managers to better allocate sampling resources and make more informed decisions about public health alerts for drinking and recreational water. In other words, it’s quite a responsibility that only a satellite photo can tell, and with great reward.
About the competition and participation
The name of the competition is Tick Tick Bloom. First place wins $12,000 (R$61,075.20). The second costs $9,000 (R$45,806.40) and the last $6,000 (R$30,537.60).
There are still three weeks until the registration deadline. They will be closed on February 17th. The only requirement for participation is that you are at least 18 years old at the time of registration. In addition, the competition is completely free and Brazilians can participate.