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NASA’s PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) mission aims to enhance our understanding of the complex interactions among Earth’s ocean and atmosphere, focusing on their roles in climate and environmental health. Scheduled to launch aboard the PACE satellite, this mission will deploy advanced sensors capable of high-resolution imaging to monitor the colors of the ocean, which reveal critical data about phytoplankton levels, ecosystem dynamics, and the global carbon cycle. Additionally, PACE will measure atmospheric aerosols and cloud properties, providing insights into how these particles interact with sunlight and influence weather and climate patterns. By delivering continuous and comprehensive data, PACE will support a range of applications, from improving climate models to informing strategies for managing coastal resources.