MODIS Characterization Support Team (MCST) Documentation

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2008

Dec. 15-19: AGU - San Francisco, CA

Xiong, X., B. N. Wenny, J. Kuyper, V. Salomonson, and W. Barnes, Status of Terra and Aqua MODIS Instruments, 2008.

Sept. 15-19: SPIE Europe - Cardiff, Wales

Wu, A., X. Xiong, and C. Cao, Examination of Calibration Performance of NOAA KLM AVHRR Using Measurements Over the Dome C Site in Antarctica, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7106, 7106-32, 2008.
Xiong, X., W. Barnes, and V. Salomonson, Status of Aqua MODIS Instrument Operation, Calibration, and Performance, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7106, 7106-30, 2008.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, and B. Wenny, Using Dome C for MODIS Calibration and Characterization, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7106, 7106-31, 2008.

Aug. 25-28: CALCON - Logan, UT

Cao, C., T. Stone, and X. Xiong, AVHRR Lunar Observations and Calibration Challenges
Chander, G., T. Choi, A. Angal, and X. Xiong, Monitoring On-orbit Radiometric Stability of the Terra MODIS and Landsat 7 ETM+ Sensors Using Pseudo-invariant test Sites
Wenny, B. N., J. Dodd, and X. Xiong, Terra and Aqua MODIS Thermal Band Calibration Consistency Through Observations of a Ground Target
Xiong, X., B. N. Wenny, N. Chen and J. Dodd, MODIS On-board Blackbody Performance
Xiong, X., A. Angal, H. Chen, T. Choi, and J. Sun, MODIS Solar Diffuser On-orbit Performance

Aug. 10-14: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Che, N., T. Choi, and X. Xiong, MODIS Scan-direction Line Spread Function (LSF) Modeling and Verification by Using the Measurement of the Integration and Alignment Collimator (IAC), Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-7, 2008.
Choi, T., A. Angal, G. Chander, and X. Xiong, Cross-calibration of the Terra MODIS and the Landsat 7 ETM+ Sensors Using an Invariant Desert Site, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-34, 2008.
Choi, T., N. Che, and X. Xiong, On-orbit Aqua MODIS Modulation Transfer Function Along Scan Trending from the Spectro-Radiometric Calibration Assembly, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-8, 2008.
Kwiatkowska, E. J., B. A. Franz, G. Meister, R. E. Eplee, C. R. McClain, and X. Xiong, MODIS-Terra On-orbit Cross-calibration for Ocean-color Bands, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-33, 2008.
Meister, G., J. Sun, R. E. Eplee, F. S. Patt, X. Xiong, and C. McClain, Sun Yaw Angle Residuals in Solar Diffuser Measurements of the MODIS Ocean Bands, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-11, 2008.
Sun, J., R. E. Eplee, X. Xiong, T. C. Stone, G. Meister, and C. McClain, MODIS and SewWIFS On-orbit Lunar Calibration, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-32, 2008.
Waluschka, E., C. J. Bruegge, and X. Xiong, Pre-launch Optical Tests of a MODIS and MISR, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-6, 2008.
Wu, A. and X. Xiong, Determination of the Noise Characterization of the MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands for Cold Scene Observations, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-13, 2008.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, C. Cao, and A. Angal, Monitoring MODIS Calibration Stability of Visible and Near-IR bands From Retrieved Top-of-Atmosphere BRDF-adjusted Reflectances Over Desert and Antarctic Scenes, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-38, 2008.
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J. J. Qu, and N. Che, Long-term MODIS Spatial Characterization Using Ground Target Approach, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-12, 2008.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, G. Meister, and E. Kwiatkowska, Characterization of MODIS VIS/NIR Spectral Band Detector-to-Detector Difference, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-10, 2008.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, and A. Angal, Assessment of MODIS Scan Mirror Reflectance Changes On-orbit, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-9, 2008.

July 6-11: IGARSS - Boston, MA

Angal, A., T. Choi, G. Chander, and X. Xiong, Monitoring On-orbit Stability of the Terra MODIS and Landsat 7 ETM+ Reflective Solar Bands Using the Railroad Valley Playa, Nevada (RVPN) Test Site
Madhavan, S., J.J. Qu, and X. Xiong, Comparison Study Between MODIS Terra and Aqua for AOT Retrieval Over Ocean
Xiong, X., J. Sun, N. Che, T. Choi, and A. Angal, Comparison of Terra and Aqua MODIS VIS Bands On-orbit Response
Xiong, X., X. Xie, and A. Angal, On-orbit Noise Characterization for MODIS Reflective Solar Bands

2007

Sept. 17-21: SPIE Europe - Florence, Italy

Barnes, W., X. Xiong, B. Wenny, X. Xie, A. Wu, N. Che, J. Sun, and V. Salomonson, An overview of Aqua MODIS after five years of on-orbit operation and calibration, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6744, 67441G, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., J. Sun, A. Angal, K. Chiang, and W.L. Barnes, Applications and results of MODIS lunar observations, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6744, 67441H, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., A. Wu, B. Guenther, and W.L. Barnes, On-orbit monitoring of MODIS thermal emissive bands response versus scan angle, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6744, 67441I, 2007. (presentation)

Sept. 10-13: CALCON - Logan, UT

Angal, A., A. Wu, N. Che, and X. Xiong, Monitoring the Terra MODIS Reflective Solar Bands On-orbit Short-Term Stability
Choi, T., N. Che, and X. Xiong, On-orbit MODIS Modulation Transfer Function Trending Along-Scan from the Spectro-Radiometric Calibration Assembly
Wenny, B.N., S. Madhavan, A. Wu, K. Chiang, N. Chen, and X. Xiong, Five-Years On-Orbit Performance of Aqua MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands
Xiong, X., W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, MODIS Pre-launch and On-orbit Calibration

Aug. 26-30: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Cao, C., X. Wu, A. Wu, and X. Xiong, Improving the SNO calibration accuracy for the reflective solar bands of AVHRR and MODIS, Atmospheric and Environmental Remote Sensing Data Processing and Utilization III: Readiness for GEOSS, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6684, 668408, 2007. (presentation)
Chander, G., A. Angal, T. Choi, D. Meyer, X. Xiong, and P.M. Teillet, Cross-calibration of the Terra MODIS, Landsat-7 ETM+ and EO-1 ALI sensors using near simultaneous surface observation over Railroad Valley Playa, Nevada, test site, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770Y, 2007. (presentation)
Chiang, K. and X. Xiong, Pre-launch characterization of Aqua MODIS scan mirror response versus scan angle for thermal emissive bands, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66771J, 2007.
Meister, G., C. Pan, F.S. Patt, B. Franz, J. Xiong, and C.R. McClain, Correction of subframe striping in high resolution MODIS ocean color products, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770P, 2007. (presentation)
Pan, C., X. Xiong, and N.Che, MODIS pre-launch characterization of reflective solar band response vs. scan angle, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770R, 2007. (presentation)
Sun, J., X. Xiong, and W. Barnes, MODIS reflective solar bands unscheduled lunar observations, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66771K, 2007. (poster)
Wenny, B.N. and X. Xiong, Monitoring MODIS thermal emissive band stability through brightness temperature trending of a ground target, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770M, 2007.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, B.N. Wenny, C. Moeller, N. Chen, and K. Chiang, Improvement of low temperature estimation for MODIS thermal emissive bands by adjusting calibration offset and nonlinear terms, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66771H, 2007. (poster)
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J.J. Qu, N. Che, and L. Wang, Sensitivity analysis of MODIS band-to-band registration characterization and its impact on the science data products, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability IV, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6679, 667908, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., X. Xie, A. Angal, J. Choi, J. Sun, and W.L. Barnes, Characterization of MODIS solar diffuser on-orbit degradation, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770O, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., A. Wu, N. Chen, K. Chiang, S. Xiong, B. Wenny, and W. Barnes, Detector noise characterization and performance of MODIS thermal emissive bands, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770L, 2007. (presentation)

July 23-27: IGARSS - Barcelona, Spain

Xiong, X., B.N. Wenny, X. Xie, N. Che, A. Wu, V. Salomonson, and W. Barnes, Summary of Terra and Aqua MODIS On-orbit Calibration and Characterization Results

2006

Oct. 2-5: CALCON - Logan, UT

Wenny, B.N. and J. Xiong, Using a Ground Target to Track the Long-term Stability of MODIS Thermal Band Measurements
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, J. Sun, W. Barnes, B. Guenther, Applications of MODIS Lunar Observations
Xiong, X., J. Sun, K. Chiang, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Lunar Observations Used for MODIS Sensor Calibration and Characterization
Xiong, X., B.N. Wenny, N. Chen, K. Chiang, A.Wu, and W.Barnes, MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands On-orbit Noise Characterization
Xiong, X., X. Xie, and A. Angal, On-orbit Performance of Terra MODIS Solar Diffuser

Sept. 11-14: SPIE Europe - Stockholm, Sweden

Barnes, W., X. Xiong, X. Xie, A. Wu, K. Chiang, J. Sun, V. Salomonson, B. Guenther, Four years of Aqua MODIS on-orbit radiometric calibration, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6361, 63610R, 2006.
Xiong, X., N. Che, W. Barnes, Y. Xie, L. Wang, and J. Qu, Status of Aqua MODIS Spatial Characterization and Performance, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6361, 63610T, 2006.
Xiong, X., N. Che, Y. Xie, D. Moyer, W. Barnes, B. Guenther, and V. Salomonson, Four-years On-orbit Spectral Characterization Results for Aqua MODIS Reflective Solar Bands, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6361, 63610S, 2006.

Aug 13-17: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Broberg, S.E., H.H. Aumann, D.T. Gregorich, and X. Xiong, Evaluation of AIRS, MODIS, and HIRS 11 micron brightness temperature difference changes from 2002 through 2006, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62960J, 2006.
Lyapustin, A., Y. Wang, R. Kahn, J. Xiong, A. Ignatov, R. Wolfe, A. Wu, C. Bruegge, Analysis of calibration difference between MODIS and MISR, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 62980X, 2006.
Lyu, C., J. Sun, X. Xiong, W. Barnes, Multiyear Lunar Observations from TRMM/VIRS, Terra/MODIS, and Aqua/MODIS, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 629811, 2006.
Sun, J., X. Xiong, X. Wang, S. Qiu, S. Xiong, E. Waluschka, Results and Lessons Learned from MODIS Polarization Sensitivity Characterization, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629605, 2006.
Xie, X., X. Xiong, R. Wolfe, and A. Lyapustin, Improvement of MODIS RSB calibration by minimizing the earthshine impact on solar diffuser observations, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629608, 2006.
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J. Qu, and N. Che, Uncertainty analysis of Terra MODIS on-orbit spectral characterization, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62961K, 2006.
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J. Qu, N. Che, and L. Wang, MODIS on-orbit spatial characterization results using ground measurements, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62961L, 2006.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, N. Chen, S. Xiong, W. L. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Results and lessons from MODIS thermal emissive bands calibration: pre-launch to on-orbit, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62960A, 2006.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, J. Sun, and B.N. Wenny, An Overview of Inter-comparison Methodologies for Terra and Aqua MODIS Calibration, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62960C, 2006.
Xiong, X., N. Che, C. Pan, X. Xie, J. Sun, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Results and Lessons from MODIS Reflective Solar Bands Calibration: Pre-Launch to On-orbit, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629607, 2006.
Wang, L., J. Qu, J. Xiong, X. Hao, Y. Xie, and N. Che, A preliminary study of Aqua/MODIS snow coverage continuity with simulated band 6, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 62981A, 2006.
Wolfe, R.E., W. Esaias, A. Lyapustin, and X. Xiong, MODIS Solar Diffuser Earthshine Modeling and Analysis, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629606, 2006.
Wu, A., C. Lyu, X. Xiong, W. L. Barnes, Tracking VIRS/TRMM on-orbit calibration with MODIS, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 62980Y, 2006.
Wu, A., C. Cao, and X. Xiong, Using MODIS to track calibration stability of the AVHRR on NOAA 15-18, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 629812, 2006.

July 24-27: AGU-Western Pacific Geophysics Mtg - Beijing, China

Wang, L., J. Qu, J. Xiong, X. Hao, Y. Xie, and N. Che, Snow Coverage Monitoring Using Simulated Aqua/MODIS Band 6, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), West. Pac. Geophys. Meet. Suppl., H24A-03, 2006.
Xiong, X., V. Salomonson, and A. Wu, Methodology and Approach Used for Terra and Aqua MODIS Calibration Intercomparison, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), West. Pac. Geophys. Meet. Suppl., A44B-05, 2006.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, K. Chiang, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Using the Moon for Sensor On-orbit Calibration and Characterization, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), West. Pac. Geophys. Meet. Suppl., A41B-07, 2006.

July 16-23: COSPAR - Beijing, China

Xie, Y, J. Qu, and X. Xiong, A preliminary study for retrieving smoke reflectance using MODIS measurements (poster)
Xiong, X., V.V. Salomonson, W.L. Barnes, K. Chiang, and J. Sun, An Overview of NASA EOS MODIS Instrument On-orbit Operation, Calibration, and Performance (presentation)

May AGU - Baltimore, MD

Chen, N., K. Chiang, X. Xiong, and A. Wu, Terra MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands Detector Performance, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B43A-08, 2006.
Chiang, K., and X. Xiong, Post-launch Calibration Methodology of MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B51A-03, 2006. (presentation)
Sun, J., X. Xiong, and W. Barnes, MODIS Reflective Solar Bands Radiometric Stability Using the Moon, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B51A-06, 2006. (presentation)
Wenny, B.N. and J. Xiong, Assessing the Long-term Stability of MODIS Thermal Band Measurements, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B51A-04, 2006.
Wu, A., X. Xiong and C. Cao, Validation of Calibration Consistency of Aqua and Terra MODIS using NOAA AVHRR, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B43A-07, 2006.

2005

Sept. 19-22: SPIE Europe - Bruges, Belgium

Xiong X., W. Barnes, X. Xie, and V. Salomonson, On-orbit performance of Aqua MODIS onboard calibrators, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5978, 59780U, 2005.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, A. Wu, K. Chiang, J. Esposito, and W. Barnes, Terra and Aqua MODIS calibration algorithms and uncertainty analysis, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5978, 59780V, 2005.

Aug. 22-25: CALCON - Logan, UT

Chiang, K., A. Wu, N. Chen, B. Guenther, W. Barnes, and X. Xiong, On-orbit Calibration and Performance of MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands.
Xiong, J., V. Chiang, C. Moeller, E. Vermote, A. Chu, B. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Characterization and Correction for Terra MODIS SWIR Bands Crosstalk.
Xiong, J., A. Wu, C. Cao, and H. Murakami, Terra and Aqua MODIS Inter-comparison Study Using a third Earth-observing Sensor.

Jul. 31 - Aug. 4: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Barnes, W., X. Xiong, T. Salerno, B. Breen, and C. Salo, Operational activities and on-orbit performance of Terra MODIS on-board calibrators, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820Q, 2005.
Che, N., Xiaoxiong Xiong, Bruce Guenther, W. L. Barnes, and V. V. Salomonson, Five-years of Terra MODIS on-orbit spatial characterization, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58821A, 2005.
Franz, B. A., P. J. Werdell, G. Meister, S. W. Bailey, R. E. Eplee Jr., G. C. Feldman, E. Kwiatkowska, C. R. McClain, F. S. Patt, and D. Thomas, The continuity of ocean color measurements from SeaWiFS to MODIS, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820W, 2005.
Li, W., X. Xiong, K. Chiang, and G. Toller, Evaluation of Terra MODIS PC bands optical leak correction algorithm, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 588219, 2005.
Meister, G., F. S. Patt, X. Xiong, J. Sun, X. Xie, and C. R. McClain, Residual correlations in the solar diffuser measurements of the MODIS Aqua ocean color bands to the sun yaw angle, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820V, 2005.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, H. Murakami, and W. Barnes, Inter-comparison of Aqua and Terra MODIS using Adeos-II GLI orbital intersections, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820X, 2005.
Xie, X., X. Xiong, D. Moyer, J. Sun, X. Liu, and W. Barnes, Analysis of MODIS solar diffuser screen vignetting function, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820T, 2005.
Xiong, X., N. Che, B. Guenther, W. L. Barnes, and V. V. Salomonson, Five years of Terra MODIS on-orbit spectral characterization, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820R, 2005.
Xiong, X., N. Chen, S. Xiong, K. Chiang, and W. Barnes, Performance of the Terra MODIS on-board blackbody, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820U, 2005.
Xiong, X., H. Erives, S. Xiong, X. Xie, J. Esposito, J. Sun, and W. Barnes, Performance of Terra MODIS solar diffuser and solar diffuser stability monitor, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820S, 2005.

2004

Sept. 13-16: SPIE Europe - Gran Canaria, Spain

Erives, H., X. Xiong, J. Sun, J. A. Esposito, S. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, Terra MODIS RSB on-orbit calibration and performance: four years of data, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5570, pp 342-351, 2004.
Ouaidrari, H., X. Xiong, B. W. Guenther, and P. M. Kealy, An approach for assessing the impact of optical and electronic cross-talk effects in developmental sensors using data from heritage sensors, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5570, pp 619-625, 2004.
Xiong, X., W. L. Barnes, K. Chiang, H. Erives, N. Che, J. Sun, A. T. Isaacman, and V. V. Salomonson, Status of Aqua MODIS on-orbit calibration and characterization, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5570, pp 317-327, 2004.

Aug. 23-26: CALCON - Logan, UT

Waluschka, E., D. Moyer, N. Souaidia, K. Voss, J. Xiong, G. Meister, B. Guenther, W.E. Barnes, W.E. Esaias, and S. Pellicori, Polarization Ray Trace Model of the MODIS Instrument
Xiong, J., V.Salomonson, J. Sun, K. Chiang, S. Xiong, S. Humpries, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Overview of Lunar Calibration and Characterization for EOS Terra and Aqua MODIS.
Xiong, J., E. Waluschka, V. Salomonson, W. Barnes, B. Guenther, J. Sun, and R. Wolfe, Challenging Issues for On-orbit Calibration in the VIS and NIR.

Aug. 1-5: SPIE - Denver, CO

Barnes, W. L., X. Xiong, and V. V. Salomonson, MODIS instrument status and operational activities, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 14-23, 2004.
Chiang, K., X. Xiong, A. Wu, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS thermal emissive bands calibration uncertainty analysis, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 437-447, 2004.
Esposito, J. A., X. Xiong, A. Wu, J. Sun, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS reflective solar bands uncertainty analysis, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 448-458, 2004.
Waluschka, E., X. Xiong, D. Moyer, B. W. Guenther, W. L. Barnes, and V. V. Salomonson, Modeling studies of the MODIS solar diffuser attenuation screen and comparison with on-orbit measurements, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 342-353, 2004.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, C. Cao, X. Wu, and W. L. Barnes, Inter-comparison of radiometric calibration of Terra and Aqua MODIS 11-µm and 12-µm bands, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 248-258, 2004.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, J. Sun, N. Che, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS on-orbit calibration: key issues and approaches, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 24-34, 2004.

2003

Sept. 15-18: CALCON - Logan, UT

Chiang, K., A. Wu, X. Xiong, and W. Barnes, On-orbit Radiometric Calibration Uncertainty of the Terra MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands.
Xiong, X., V. Salomonson, K. Chiang, A. Wu, S. Xiong, N. Chen, B. Guenther, W. Barnes, and C. Moeller, On-orbit Characterization of Terra MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands Response versus Scan-angle.

Sept. 8-11: SPIE Europe - Barcelona, Spain

Xiong, X., K. Chiang, F. Adimi, W. Li, H. Yatagai, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS correction algorithm for out-of-band response in the short-wave IR bands, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5234, pp. 605-613, 2003.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, J. Sun, N. Che, and W. L. Barnes, Aqua MODIS first year on-orbit calibration and performance, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5234, pp. 391-399, 2003.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, S. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, Using the moon for MODIS on-orbit spatial characterization, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5234, pp. 480-487, 2003.

Aug. 3-7: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Barnes, W. L., X. Xiong, B. W. Guenther, and V. Salomonson, Development, characterization, and performance of the EOS MODIS sensors, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 337-345, 2003.
Che, N., X. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, On-orbit spectral characterization results for of the Terra MODIS reflective solar bands, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 367-374, 2003.
Isaacman, A. T., G. N. Toller, W. L. Barnes, B. W. Guenther, and X. Xiong, MODIS Level 1B calibration and data products, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 552-562, 2003.
Moeller, C. C., R. O. Knuteson, D. Tobin, H. E. Revercomb, and W. P. Menzel, Assessment of Aqua MODIS and AIRS TIR band L1B radiances using ER-2-based observations during TX-2002, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 355-366, 2003.
Thome, K. J., J. S. Czapla-Myers, and S. F. Biggar, Vicarious calibration of Aqua and Terra MODIS, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 395-405, 2003.
Wu, A., C. Cao, and X. Xiong, Intercomparison of the 11- and 12-µm bands of Terra and Aqua MODIS using NOAA-17 AVHRR, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 384-394, 2003.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, N. Chen, S. Xiong, A. Wu, F. Adimi, and W. L. Barnes, Detector stability of the Terra MODIS thermal emissive bands, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 346-354, 2003.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, J. Esposito, X. Liu, W. L. Barnes, and B. Guenther, On-orbit characterization of a solar diffuser"s bidirectional reflectance factor using spacecraft maneuvers, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 375-383, 2003.

2002

Oct. 10-19: COSPAR - Houston, TX

Xiong, X., W. Barnes, and R. Murphy, Lessons learned from MODIS calibration and characterization (presentation)
Barnes, W., X. Xiong, and V. Salomonson, Status of Terrra MODIS and Aqua MODIS (presentation)

Sep. 23-26: SPIE Europe - Agia Pelagia, Crete

Xiong, X. and W. L. Barnes, Early on-orbit calibration results from Aqua MODIS, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4881, pp. 327-336, 2002.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, K. Chiang, S. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS on-orbit characterization using the Moon, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4881, pp. 299-307, 2002.

Jul. 7-11: SPIE - Seattle, WA

Xiong, X., N. Che, F. Adimi, and W. L. Barnes, On-orbit spatial characterizations for Terra MODIS, Earth Observing Systems VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4814, pp. 347-357, 2002.
Xiong, X., V. Chiang, N. Chen, and W. L. Barnes, Aqua MODIS thermal emissive bands calibration algorithm and preliminary results, Earth Observing Systems VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4814, pp. 255-263, 2002.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, J. A. Esposito, J. Sun, N. Che, B. Guenther, and W. L. Barnes, Trending results of MODIS optics on-obit degradation, Earth Observing Systems VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4814, pp. 337-346, 2002.

IGARSS

Salomonson, V.V., W.L. Barnes, X. Xiong, S. Kempler, and E. Masuoka, An overview of the Earth Observing System MODIS instrument and associated data systems performance, Proc. IGARSS, 1174-1176, 2002.

2001

Sep. 17-20: SPIE Europe - Toulouse, France

Xiong, X., J. A. Esposito, J. Sun, C. Pan, B. W. Guenther, and W. L. Barnes, Degradation of MODIS optics and its reflective solar bands calibration, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4540, pp. 62-70, 2001.

Aug. 1-5: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Waluschka, E., J. A. Esposito, J. Sun, X. Wang, and X. Xiong, MODIS solar diffuser: modeled and actual performance, Earth Observing Systems VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4483, pp. 146-155, 2001.
Krause, K. S., S. F. Biggar, K. J. Thome, J. Eagen, and D. Kenyon, On-orbit radiometric calibration using a solar diffuser, Earth Observing Systems VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4483, pp. 135-145, 2001.
Sun, J., X. Xiong, and B. W. Guenther, MODIS solar diffuser stability monitor performance, Earth Observing Systems VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4483, pp. 156-164, 2001.

2000

Sept. 19-21: CALCON - Logan, UT

Chiang, K., X. Xiong, X. Wang, and B. Guenther, On-Orbit Improvement of MODIS Response Versus Scan Angle (RVS).
Xiong, X., T. Dorman, S. Xiong, K. Chiang, Y. Zhang, and B. Guenther, Using the Moon for the On-orbit Determination of MODIS Photoconductive (PC) Bands Optical Leak.

Jul. 30 - Aug. 3: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Thome, K. J., E. E. Whittington, N. Smith, P. Nandy, and E. F. Zalewski, Ground-reference techniques for the absolute radiometric calibration of MODIS, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 51-59, 2000.
Rojas, F., R. A. Schowengerdt, A. B. Braga, and S. F. Biggar, Spatial analysis of the MODIS PFM channel alignment and far-field response using preresistor fix data, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 60-70, 2000.
Braga, A. B., R.A. Schowengerdt, F. Rojas, and S. F. Biggar, Calibration of the MODIS PFM SRCA for on-orbit cross-track MTF measurement, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 71-79, 2000.
Montgomery, H. E., N. Che, and J. Bowser, Tracking MODIS gain change on-orbit by relating it to SRCA lamp parameters, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 80-87, 2000.
Heaney, J. B., L. R. Kauder, S. E. Bradley, and D. E. Neuberger, Mirror degradation in orbit due to space radiation exposure, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 339-353, 2000.

1998

July 19-23: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Montgomery, H., N. Che, and J. Bowser, Determination of the spatial characteristics by using the Specto-Radiometric Calibration Assembly (SRCA) of MODIS (Part I. Along-scan), Earth Observing Systems III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 3439, pp. 226-237
Montgomery, H., N. Che, and J. Bowser, Determination of the spatial characteristics by using the Specto-Radiometric Calibration Assembly (SRCA) of MODIS (Part II. Along-track), Earth Observing Systems III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 3439, pp. 238-245

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2008

Dec. 15-19: AGU - San Francisco, CA

Xiong, X., B. N. Wenny, J. Kuyper, V. Salomonson, and W. Barnes, Status of Terra and Aqua MODIS Instruments, 2008.

Sept. 15-19: SPIE Europe - Cardiff, Wales

Wu, A., X. Xiong, and C. Cao, Examination of Calibration Performance of NOAA KLM AVHRR Using Measurements Over the Dome C Site in Antarctica, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7106, 7106-32, 2008.
Xiong, X., W. Barnes, and V. Salomonson, Status of Aqua MODIS Instrument Operation, Calibration, and Performance, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7106, 7106-30, 2008.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, and B. Wenny, Using Dome C for MODIS Calibration and Characterization, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7106, 7106-31, 2008.

Aug. 25-28: CALCON - Logan, UT

Cao, C., T. Stone, and X. Xiong, AVHRR Lunar Observations and Calibration Challenges
Chander, G., T. Choi, A. Angal, and X. Xiong, Monitoring On-orbit Radiometric Stability of the Terra MODIS and Landsat 7 ETM+ Sensors Using Pseudo-invariant test Sites
Wenny, B. N., J. Dodd, and X. Xiong, Terra and Aqua MODIS Thermal Band Calibration Consistency Through Observations of a Ground Target
Xiong, X., B. N. Wenny, N. Chen and J. Dodd, MODIS On-board Blackbody Performance
Xiong, X., A. Angal, H. Chen, T. Choi, and J. Sun, MODIS Solar Diffuser On-orbit Performance

Aug. 10-14: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Che, N., T. Choi, and X. Xiong, MODIS Scan-direction Line Spread Function (LSF) Modeling and Verification by Using the Measurement of the Integration and Alignment Collimator (IAC), Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-7, 2008.
Choi, T., A. Angal, G. Chander, and X. Xiong, Cross-calibration of the Terra MODIS and the Landsat 7 ETM+ Sensors Using an Invariant Desert Site, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-34, 2008.
Choi, T., N. Che, and X. Xiong, On-orbit Aqua MODIS Modulation Transfer Function Along Scan Trending from the Spectro-Radiometric Calibration Assembly, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-8, 2008.
Kwiatkowska, E. J., B. A. Franz, G. Meister, R. E. Eplee, C. R. McClain, and X. Xiong, MODIS-Terra On-orbit Cross-calibration for Ocean-color Bands, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-33, 2008.
Meister, G., J. Sun, R. E. Eplee, F. S. Patt, X. Xiong, and C. McClain, Sun Yaw Angle Residuals in Solar Diffuser Measurements of the MODIS Ocean Bands, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-11, 2008.
Sun, J., R. E. Eplee, X. Xiong, T. C. Stone, G. Meister, and C. McClain, MODIS and SewWIFS On-orbit Lunar Calibration, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-32, 2008.
Waluschka, E., C. J. Bruegge, and X. Xiong, Pre-launch Optical Tests of a MODIS and MISR, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-6, 2008.
Wu, A. and X. Xiong, Determination of the Noise Characterization of the MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands for Cold Scene Observations, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-13, 2008.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, C. Cao, and A. Angal, Monitoring MODIS Calibration Stability of Visible and Near-IR bands From Retrieved Top-of-Atmosphere BRDF-adjusted Reflectances Over Desert and Antarctic Scenes, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-38, 2008.
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J. J. Qu, and N. Che, Long-term MODIS Spatial Characterization Using Ground Target Approach, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-12, 2008.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, G. Meister, and E. Kwiatkowska, Characterization of MODIS VIS/NIR Spectral Band Detector-to-Detector Difference, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-10, 2008.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, and A. Angal, Assessment of MODIS Scan Mirror Reflectance Changes On-orbit, Earth Observing Systems XIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 7081, 7081-9, 2008.

July 6-11: IGARSS - Boston, MA

Angal, A., T. Choi, G. Chander, and X. Xiong, Monitoring On-orbit Stability of the Terra MODIS and Landsat 7 ETM+ Reflective Solar Bands Using the Railroad Valley Playa, Nevada (RVPN) Test Site
Madhavan, S., J.J. Qu, and X. Xiong, Comparison Study Between MODIS Terra and Aqua for AOT Retrieval Over Ocean
Xiong, X., J. Sun, N. Che, T. Choi, and A. Angal, Comparison of Terra and Aqua MODIS VIS Bands On-orbit Response
Xiong, X., X. Xie, and A. Angal, On-orbit Noise Characterization for MODIS Reflective Solar Bands

2007

Sept. 17-21: SPIE Europe - Florence, Italy

Barnes, W., X. Xiong, B. Wenny, X. Xie, A. Wu, N. Che, J. Sun, and V. Salomonson, An overview of Aqua MODIS after five years of on-orbit operation and calibration, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6744, 67441G, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., J. Sun, A. Angal, K. Chiang, and W.L. Barnes, Applications and results of MODIS lunar observations, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6744, 67441H, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., A. Wu, B. Guenther, and W.L. Barnes, On-orbit monitoring of MODIS thermal emissive bands response versus scan angle, Sensors, Systems, and Next Generation Satellites XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6744, 67441I, 2007. (presentation)

Sept. 10-13: CALCON - Logan, UT

Angal, A., A. Wu, N. Che, and X. Xiong, Monitoring the Terra MODIS Reflective Solar Bands On-orbit Short-Term Stability
Choi, T., N. Che, and X. Xiong, On-orbit MODIS Modulation Transfer Function Trending Along-Scan from the Spectro-Radiometric Calibration Assembly
Wenny, B.N., S. Madhavan, A. Wu, K. Chiang, N. Chen, and X. Xiong, Five-Years On-Orbit Performance of Aqua MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands
Xiong, X., W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, MODIS Pre-launch and On-orbit Calibration

Aug. 26-30: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Cao, C., X. Wu, A. Wu, and X. Xiong, Improving the SNO calibration accuracy for the reflective solar bands of AVHRR and MODIS, Atmospheric and Environmental Remote Sensing Data Processing and Utilization III: Readiness for GEOSS, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6684, 668408, 2007. (presentation)
Chander, G., A. Angal, T. Choi, D. Meyer, X. Xiong, and P.M. Teillet, Cross-calibration of the Terra MODIS, Landsat-7 ETM+ and EO-1 ALI sensors using near simultaneous surface observation over Railroad Valley Playa, Nevada, test site, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770Y, 2007. (presentation)
Chiang, K. and X. Xiong, Pre-launch characterization of Aqua MODIS scan mirror response versus scan angle for thermal emissive bands, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66771J, 2007.
Meister, G., C. Pan, F.S. Patt, B. Franz, J. Xiong, and C.R. McClain, Correction of subframe striping in high resolution MODIS ocean color products, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770P, 2007. (presentation)
Pan, C., X. Xiong, and N.Che, MODIS pre-launch characterization of reflective solar band response vs. scan angle, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770R, 2007. (presentation)
Sun, J., X. Xiong, and W. Barnes, MODIS reflective solar bands unscheduled lunar observations, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66771K, 2007. (poster)
Wenny, B.N. and X. Xiong, Monitoring MODIS thermal emissive band stability through brightness temperature trending of a ground target, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770M, 2007.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, B.N. Wenny, C. Moeller, N. Chen, and K. Chiang, Improvement of low temperature estimation for MODIS thermal emissive bands by adjusting calibration offset and nonlinear terms, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66771H, 2007. (poster)
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J.J. Qu, N. Che, and L. Wang, Sensitivity analysis of MODIS band-to-band registration characterization and its impact on the science data products, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability IV, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6679, 667908, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., X. Xie, A. Angal, J. Choi, J. Sun, and W.L. Barnes, Characterization of MODIS solar diffuser on-orbit degradation, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770O, 2007. (presentation)
Xiong, X., A. Wu, N. Chen, K. Chiang, S. Xiong, B. Wenny, and W. Barnes, Detector noise characterization and performance of MODIS thermal emissive bands, Earth Observing Systems XII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6677, 66770L, 2007. (presentation)

July 23-27: IGARSS - Barcelona, Spain

Xiong, X., B.N. Wenny, X. Xie, N. Che, A. Wu, V. Salomonson, and W. Barnes, Summary of Terra and Aqua MODIS On-orbit Calibration and Characterization Results

2006

Oct. 2-5: CALCON - Logan, UT

Wenny, B.N. and J. Xiong, Using a Ground Target to Track the Long-term Stability of MODIS Thermal Band Measurements
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, J. Sun, W. Barnes, B. Guenther, Applications of MODIS Lunar Observations
Xiong, X., J. Sun, K. Chiang, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Lunar Observations Used for MODIS Sensor Calibration and Characterization
Xiong, X., B.N. Wenny, N. Chen, K. Chiang, A.Wu, and W.Barnes, MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands On-orbit Noise Characterization
Xiong, X., X. Xie, and A. Angal, On-orbit Performance of Terra MODIS Solar Diffuser

Sept. 11-14: SPIE Europe - Stockholm, Sweden

Barnes, W., X. Xiong, X. Xie, A. Wu, K. Chiang, J. Sun, V. Salomonson, B. Guenther, Four years of Aqua MODIS on-orbit radiometric calibration, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6361, 63610R, 2006.
Xiong, X., N. Che, W. Barnes, Y. Xie, L. Wang, and J. Qu, Status of Aqua MODIS Spatial Characterization and Performance, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6361, 63610T, 2006.
Xiong, X., N. Che, Y. Xie, D. Moyer, W. Barnes, B. Guenther, and V. Salomonson, Four-years On-orbit Spectral Characterization Results for Aqua MODIS Reflective Solar Bands, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6361, 63610S, 2006.

Aug 13-17: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Broberg, S.E., H.H. Aumann, D.T. Gregorich, and X. Xiong, Evaluation of AIRS, MODIS, and HIRS 11 micron brightness temperature difference changes from 2002 through 2006, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62960J, 2006.
Lyapustin, A., Y. Wang, R. Kahn, J. Xiong, A. Ignatov, R. Wolfe, A. Wu, C. Bruegge, Analysis of calibration difference between MODIS and MISR, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 62980X, 2006.
Lyu, C., J. Sun, X. Xiong, W. Barnes, Multiyear Lunar Observations from TRMM/VIRS, Terra/MODIS, and Aqua/MODIS, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 629811, 2006.
Sun, J., X. Xiong, X. Wang, S. Qiu, S. Xiong, E. Waluschka, Results and Lessons Learned from MODIS Polarization Sensitivity Characterization, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629605, 2006.
Xie, X., X. Xiong, R. Wolfe, and A. Lyapustin, Improvement of MODIS RSB calibration by minimizing the earthshine impact on solar diffuser observations, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629608, 2006.
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J. Qu, and N. Che, Uncertainty analysis of Terra MODIS on-orbit spectral characterization, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62961K, 2006.
Xie, Y., X. Xiong, J. Qu, N. Che, and L. Wang, MODIS on-orbit spatial characterization results using ground measurements, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62961L, 2006.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, N. Chen, S. Xiong, W. L. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Results and lessons from MODIS thermal emissive bands calibration: pre-launch to on-orbit, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62960A, 2006.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, J. Sun, and B.N. Wenny, An Overview of Inter-comparison Methodologies for Terra and Aqua MODIS Calibration, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 62960C, 2006.
Xiong, X., N. Che, C. Pan, X. Xie, J. Sun, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Results and Lessons from MODIS Reflective Solar Bands Calibration: Pre-Launch to On-orbit, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629607, 2006.
Wang, L., J. Qu, J. Xiong, X. Hao, Y. Xie, and N. Che, A preliminary study of Aqua/MODIS snow coverage continuity with simulated band 6, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 62981A, 2006.
Wolfe, R.E., W. Esaias, A. Lyapustin, and X. Xiong, MODIS Solar Diffuser Earthshine Modeling and Analysis, Earth Observing Systems XI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6296, 629606, 2006.
Wu, A., C. Lyu, X. Xiong, W. L. Barnes, Tracking VIRS/TRMM on-orbit calibration with MODIS, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 62980Y, 2006.
Wu, A., C. Cao, and X. Xiong, Using MODIS to track calibration stability of the AVHRR on NOAA 15-18, Remote Sensing and Modeling of Ecosystems for Sustainability III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 6298, 629812, 2006.

July 24-27: AGU-Western Pacific Geophysics Mtg - Beijing, China

Wang, L., J. Qu, J. Xiong, X. Hao, Y. Xie, and N. Che, Snow Coverage Monitoring Using Simulated Aqua/MODIS Band 6, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), West. Pac. Geophys. Meet. Suppl., H24A-03, 2006.
Xiong, X., V. Salomonson, and A. Wu, Methodology and Approach Used for Terra and Aqua MODIS Calibration Intercomparison, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), West. Pac. Geophys. Meet. Suppl., A44B-05, 2006.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, K. Chiang, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Using the Moon for Sensor On-orbit Calibration and Characterization, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), West. Pac. Geophys. Meet. Suppl., A41B-07, 2006.

July 16-23: COSPAR - Beijing, China

Xie, Y, J. Qu, and X. Xiong, A preliminary study for retrieving smoke reflectance using MODIS measurements (poster)
Xiong, X., V.V. Salomonson, W.L. Barnes, K. Chiang, and J. Sun, An Overview of NASA EOS MODIS Instrument On-orbit Operation, Calibration, and Performance (presentation)

May AGU - Baltimore, MD

Chen, N., K. Chiang, X. Xiong, and A. Wu, Terra MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands Detector Performance, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B43A-08, 2006.
Chiang, K., and X. Xiong, Post-launch Calibration Methodology of MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B51A-03, 2006. (presentation)
Sun, J., X. Xiong, and W. Barnes, MODIS Reflective Solar Bands Radiometric Stability Using the Moon, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B51A-06, 2006. (presentation)
Wenny, B.N. and J. Xiong, Assessing the Long-term Stability of MODIS Thermal Band Measurements, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B51A-04, 2006.
Wu, A., X. Xiong and C. Cao, Validation of Calibration Consistency of Aqua and Terra MODIS using NOAA AVHRR, Eos Trans. AGU, 87(36), Jt. Assem. Suppl., B43A-07, 2006.

2005

Sept. 19-22: SPIE Europe - Bruges, Belgium

Xiong X., W. Barnes, X. Xie, and V. Salomonson, On-orbit performance of Aqua MODIS onboard calibrators, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5978, 59780U, 2005.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, A. Wu, K. Chiang, J. Esposito, and W. Barnes, Terra and Aqua MODIS calibration algorithms and uncertainty analysis, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5978, 59780V, 2005.

Aug. 22-25: CALCON - Logan, UT

Chiang, K., A. Wu, N. Chen, B. Guenther, W. Barnes, and X. Xiong, On-orbit Calibration and Performance of MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands.
Xiong, J., V. Chiang, C. Moeller, E. Vermote, A. Chu, B. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Characterization and Correction for Terra MODIS SWIR Bands Crosstalk.
Xiong, J., A. Wu, C. Cao, and H. Murakami, Terra and Aqua MODIS Inter-comparison Study Using a third Earth-observing Sensor.

Jul. 31 - Aug. 4: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Barnes, W., X. Xiong, T. Salerno, B. Breen, and C. Salo, Operational activities and on-orbit performance of Terra MODIS on-board calibrators, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820Q, 2005.
Che, N., Xiaoxiong Xiong, Bruce Guenther, W. L. Barnes, and V. V. Salomonson, Five-years of Terra MODIS on-orbit spatial characterization, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58821A, 2005.
Franz, B. A., P. J. Werdell, G. Meister, S. W. Bailey, R. E. Eplee Jr., G. C. Feldman, E. Kwiatkowska, C. R. McClain, F. S. Patt, and D. Thomas, The continuity of ocean color measurements from SeaWiFS to MODIS, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820W, 2005.
Li, W., X. Xiong, K. Chiang, and G. Toller, Evaluation of Terra MODIS PC bands optical leak correction algorithm, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 588219, 2005.
Meister, G., F. S. Patt, X. Xiong, J. Sun, X. Xie, and C. R. McClain, Residual correlations in the solar diffuser measurements of the MODIS Aqua ocean color bands to the sun yaw angle, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820V, 2005.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, H. Murakami, and W. Barnes, Inter-comparison of Aqua and Terra MODIS using Adeos-II GLI orbital intersections, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820X, 2005.
Xie, X., X. Xiong, D. Moyer, J. Sun, X. Liu, and W. Barnes, Analysis of MODIS solar diffuser screen vignetting function, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820T, 2005.
Xiong, X., N. Che, B. Guenther, W. L. Barnes, and V. V. Salomonson, Five years of Terra MODIS on-orbit spectral characterization, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820R, 2005.
Xiong, X., N. Chen, S. Xiong, K. Chiang, and W. Barnes, Performance of the Terra MODIS on-board blackbody, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820U, 2005.
Xiong, X., H. Erives, S. Xiong, X. Xie, J. Esposito, J. Sun, and W. Barnes, Performance of Terra MODIS solar diffuser and solar diffuser stability monitor, Earth Observing Systems X, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5882, 58820S, 2005.

2004

Sept. 13-16: SPIE Europe - Gran Canaria, Spain

Erives, H., X. Xiong, J. Sun, J. A. Esposito, S. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, Terra MODIS RSB on-orbit calibration and performance: four years of data, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5570, pp 342-351, 2004.
Ouaidrari, H., X. Xiong, B. W. Guenther, and P. M. Kealy, An approach for assessing the impact of optical and electronic cross-talk effects in developmental sensors using data from heritage sensors, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5570, pp 619-625, 2004.
Xiong, X., W. L. Barnes, K. Chiang, H. Erives, N. Che, J. Sun, A. T. Isaacman, and V. V. Salomonson, Status of Aqua MODIS on-orbit calibration and characterization, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5570, pp 317-327, 2004.

Aug. 23-26: CALCON - Logan, UT

Waluschka, E., D. Moyer, N. Souaidia, K. Voss, J. Xiong, G. Meister, B. Guenther, W.E. Barnes, W.E. Esaias, and S. Pellicori, Polarization Ray Trace Model of the MODIS Instrument
Xiong, J., V.Salomonson, J. Sun, K. Chiang, S. Xiong, S. Humpries, W. Barnes, and B. Guenther, Overview of Lunar Calibration and Characterization for EOS Terra and Aqua MODIS.
Xiong, J., E. Waluschka, V. Salomonson, W. Barnes, B. Guenther, J. Sun, and R. Wolfe, Challenging Issues for On-orbit Calibration in the VIS and NIR.

Aug. 1-5: SPIE - Denver, CO

Barnes, W. L., X. Xiong, and V. V. Salomonson, MODIS instrument status and operational activities, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 14-23, 2004.
Chiang, K., X. Xiong, A. Wu, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS thermal emissive bands calibration uncertainty analysis, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 437-447, 2004.
Esposito, J. A., X. Xiong, A. Wu, J. Sun, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS reflective solar bands uncertainty analysis, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 448-458, 2004.
Waluschka, E., X. Xiong, D. Moyer, B. W. Guenther, W. L. Barnes, and V. V. Salomonson, Modeling studies of the MODIS solar diffuser attenuation screen and comparison with on-orbit measurements, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 342-353, 2004.
Wu, A., X. Xiong, C. Cao, X. Wu, and W. L. Barnes, Inter-comparison of radiometric calibration of Terra and Aqua MODIS 11-µm and 12-µm bands, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 248-258, 2004.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, J. Sun, N. Che, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS on-orbit calibration: key issues and approaches, Earth Observing Systems IX, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5542, pp 24-34, 2004.

2003

Sept. 15-18: CALCON - Logan, UT

Chiang, K., A. Wu, X. Xiong, and W. Barnes, On-orbit Radiometric Calibration Uncertainty of the Terra MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands.
Xiong, X., V. Salomonson, K. Chiang, A. Wu, S. Xiong, N. Chen, B. Guenther, W. Barnes, and C. Moeller, On-orbit Characterization of Terra MODIS Thermal Emissive Bands Response versus Scan-angle.

Sept. 8-11: SPIE Europe - Barcelona, Spain

Xiong, X., K. Chiang, F. Adimi, W. Li, H. Yatagai, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS correction algorithm for out-of-band response in the short-wave IR bands, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5234, pp. 605-613, 2003.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, J. Sun, N. Che, and W. L. Barnes, Aqua MODIS first year on-orbit calibration and performance, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5234, pp. 391-399, 2003.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, S. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, Using the moon for MODIS on-orbit spatial characterization, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5234, pp. 480-487, 2003.

Aug. 3-7: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Barnes, W. L., X. Xiong, B. W. Guenther, and V. Salomonson, Development, characterization, and performance of the EOS MODIS sensors, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 337-345, 2003.
Che, N., X. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, On-orbit spectral characterization results for of the Terra MODIS reflective solar bands, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 367-374, 2003.
Isaacman, A. T., G. N. Toller, W. L. Barnes, B. W. Guenther, and X. Xiong, MODIS Level 1B calibration and data products, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 552-562, 2003.
Moeller, C. C., R. O. Knuteson, D. Tobin, H. E. Revercomb, and W. P. Menzel, Assessment of Aqua MODIS and AIRS TIR band L1B radiances using ER-2-based observations during TX-2002, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 355-366, 2003.
Thome, K. J., J. S. Czapla-Myers, and S. F. Biggar, Vicarious calibration of Aqua and Terra MODIS, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 395-405, 2003.
Wu, A., C. Cao, and X. Xiong, Intercomparison of the 11- and 12-µm bands of Terra and Aqua MODIS using NOAA-17 AVHRR, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 384-394, 2003.
Xiong, X., K. Chiang, N. Chen, S. Xiong, A. Wu, F. Adimi, and W. L. Barnes, Detector stability of the Terra MODIS thermal emissive bands, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 346-354, 2003.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, J. Esposito, X. Liu, W. L. Barnes, and B. Guenther, On-orbit characterization of a solar diffuser"s bidirectional reflectance factor using spacecraft maneuvers, Earth Observing Systems VIII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 5151, pp. 375-383, 2003.

2002

Oct. 10-19: COSPAR - Houston, TX

Xiong, X., W. Barnes, and R. Murphy, Lessons learned from MODIS calibration and characterization (presentation)
Barnes, W., X. Xiong, and V. Salomonson, Status of Terrra MODIS and Aqua MODIS (presentation)

Sep. 23-26: SPIE Europe - Agia Pelagia, Crete

Xiong, X. and W. L. Barnes, Early on-orbit calibration results from Aqua MODIS, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4881, pp. 327-336, 2002.
Xiong, X., J. Sun, K. Chiang, S. Xiong, and W. L. Barnes, MODIS on-orbit characterization using the Moon, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4881, pp. 299-307, 2002.

Jul. 7-11: SPIE - Seattle, WA

Xiong, X., N. Che, F. Adimi, and W. L. Barnes, On-orbit spatial characterizations for Terra MODIS, Earth Observing Systems VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4814, pp. 347-357, 2002.
Xiong, X., V. Chiang, N. Chen, and W. L. Barnes, Aqua MODIS thermal emissive bands calibration algorithm and preliminary results, Earth Observing Systems VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4814, pp. 255-263, 2002.
Xiong, X., A. Wu, J. A. Esposito, J. Sun, N. Che, B. Guenther, and W. L. Barnes, Trending results of MODIS optics on-obit degradation, Earth Observing Systems VII, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4814, pp. 337-346, 2002.

IGARSS

Salomonson, V.V., W.L. Barnes, X. Xiong, S. Kempler, and E. Masuoka, An overview of the Earth Observing System MODIS instrument and associated data systems performance, Proc. IGARSS, 1174-1176, 2002.

2001

Sep. 17-20: SPIE Europe - Toulouse, France

Xiong, X., J. A. Esposito, J. Sun, C. Pan, B. W. Guenther, and W. L. Barnes, Degradation of MODIS optics and its reflective solar bands calibration, Sensors, Systems, and Next-Generation Satellites V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4540, pp. 62-70, 2001.

Aug. 1-5: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Waluschka, E., J. A. Esposito, J. Sun, X. Wang, and X. Xiong, MODIS solar diffuser: modeled and actual performance, Earth Observing Systems VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4483, pp. 146-155, 2001.
Krause, K. S., S. F. Biggar, K. J. Thome, J. Eagen, and D. Kenyon, On-orbit radiometric calibration using a solar diffuser, Earth Observing Systems VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4483, pp. 135-145, 2001.
Sun, J., X. Xiong, and B. W. Guenther, MODIS solar diffuser stability monitor performance, Earth Observing Systems VI, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4483, pp. 156-164, 2001.

2000

Sept. 19-21: CALCON - Logan, UT

Chiang, K., X. Xiong, X. Wang, and B. Guenther, On-Orbit Improvement of MODIS Response Versus Scan Angle (RVS).
Xiong, X., T. Dorman, S. Xiong, K. Chiang, Y. Zhang, and B. Guenther, Using the Moon for the On-orbit Determination of MODIS Photoconductive (PC) Bands Optical Leak.

Jul. 30 - Aug. 3: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Thome, K. J., E. E. Whittington, N. Smith, P. Nandy, and E. F. Zalewski, Ground-reference techniques for the absolute radiometric calibration of MODIS, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 51-59, 2000.
Rojas, F., R. A. Schowengerdt, A. B. Braga, and S. F. Biggar, Spatial analysis of the MODIS PFM channel alignment and far-field response using preresistor fix data, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 60-70, 2000.
Braga, A. B., R.A. Schowengerdt, F. Rojas, and S. F. Biggar, Calibration of the MODIS PFM SRCA for on-orbit cross-track MTF measurement, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 71-79, 2000.
Montgomery, H. E., N. Che, and J. Bowser, Tracking MODIS gain change on-orbit by relating it to SRCA lamp parameters, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 80-87, 2000.
Heaney, J. B., L. R. Kauder, S. E. Bradley, and D. E. Neuberger, Mirror degradation in orbit due to space radiation exposure, Earth Observing Systems V, Proc. SPIE Vol. 4135, pp. 339-353, 2000.

1998

July 19-23: SPIE - San Diego, CA

Montgomery, H., N. Che, and J. Bowser, Determination of the spatial characteristics by using the Specto-Radiometric Calibration Assembly (SRCA) of MODIS (Part I. Along-scan), Earth Observing Systems III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 3439, pp. 226-237
Montgomery, H., N. Che, and J. Bowser, Determination of the spatial characteristics by using the Specto-Radiometric Calibration Assembly (SRCA) of MODIS (Part II. Along-track), Earth Observing Systems III, Proc. SPIE Vol. 3439, pp. 238-245

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