Satellite Observations of the Global Ionosphere and Plasma Dynamics

Dear Colleagues,

Ionospheric disturbances are considered as one of the largest error sources in satellite navigation systems and satellite communications. With the development of technology, the ionospheric and plasma characteristics can now be accurately observed via satellite measurement, which provides an effective way for us to deepen our knowledge of near-Earth space and to better understand the impact of space weather events on precise positioning utilized for navigation.

This Special Issue aims to document the use of satellite remote sensing and in situ measurements to characterize ionospheric and plasma dynamics in the near-Earth environment and asses their impact on space weather. Topics include but are not limited to (1) in situ measurement research and modeling of the global ionosphere/plasma through GNSS or low earth orbit satellites such as ESA Swarm, CSES, C/NOFS, and ICON; (2) the observation tracing and interaction mechanism between ionospheric disturbance/ionospheric delay and space weather anomalies and its possible impact on satellite systems; and (3) correlation research and the establishment of physical explanations between ionospheric changes and earthquake cycles, volcanic eruptions, and other natural disasters.

Prof. Dr. Kwangsun Ryu
Dr. Jian Kong
Guest Editors

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