"The mission of the Mesoscale Atmospheric Processes Branch is to conduct research to understand the physics and dynamics of atmospheric processes through the use of satellite, aircraft and surface-based remote sensing observations and computer-based simulations." Through this website, visitors can learn about the branch's many space flight projects including the Polarization and Directionality of The Earth's Reflectances (POLDER) and the Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer (AMSR)/Earth Observing System (EOS). Within the Chain of Command link, visitors can learn about research endeavors in regional and global precipitation, modeling, visualization, and sensor development. The website also features a list of all the publications created by the branch since 1998.