Agnirva Space Premier League - Expedition #32611: Uragan-Yug: Satellite Support for Monitoring Southern Regions

Yug, or ‘South,’ represents the portion of the Uragan experiment concentrating on the monitoring of southern latitudes and semi-arid regions from space. Using optical and thermal imaging from the ISS, researchers under Lev Desinov analyze temperature shifts, land aridification, and vegetation cover changes. These data streams are invaluable in studying desertification, heatwaves, and the impact of seasonal agricultural patterns. By tracking how climate stressors influence southern territories, Yug contributes to a broader understanding of ecosystem resilience and supports regional disaster response. Its longitudinal dataset, spanning numerous ISS missions, helps governments and NGOs in formulating policies for sustainable land use and environmental protection.

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