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Here is the latest news on OSTM/Jason-2.

Read the release 'Joint NASA-French Satellite to Track Trends in Sea Level, Climate'
Joint NASA-French Satellite to Track Trends in Sea Level, Climate (May 20, 2008)

A satellite that will help scientists better monitor and understand rises in global sea level is undergoing final preparations for a June 15 launch.
Link to the PDF 'OSTM/Jason-2 Science Writer's Guide'
OSTM/Jason-2 Science Writer's Guide
(PDF 7.8 MB)

Applications of OSTM/Jason-2 data, as well as project contacts are featured in the Science Writer's Guide.
OSTM/Jason-2 Artists concept
NASA to Hold Media Briefings on New Ocean-Observing Mission (May 13, 2008)

NASA will hold two media briefings on Tuesday, May 20, beginning at 11 a.m. EDT.
Read the feature 'OSTM arrives at Vandenburg'
OSTM Arrives at Vandenburg (May 2008)

The OSTM/Jason-2 spacecraft has reached the launch site.
See the image and caption for 'Delta II Launch Vehicle for OSTM/Jason-2'
Delta II Launch Vehicle for OSTM/Jason-2 (April 30, 2008)

At Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, the second solid rocket motor, or SRM, is moved into place alongside the Delta II first stage.
Read the feature 'What's so Advanced about the Advanced Microwave Radiometer?'
What's so advanced about the Advanced Microwave Radiometer? (November 2007)

The AMR on OSTM/Jason-2

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