Jun Xiong
About Jun Xiong
Jun Xiong is a Senior Remote Sensing Scientist with extensive experience in research and academia, having worked at institutions such as the U.S. Geological Survey and NASA Ames Research Center. He holds a PhD in Geological and Earth Sciences from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences and a Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information System from Nanjing University.
Current Role at The Climate Corporation
Jun Xiong serves as a Senior Remote Sensing Scientist at The Climate Corporation, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on utilizing remote sensing technologies to enhance agricultural practices and improve environmental monitoring. His expertise contributes to the development of data-driven solutions that support sustainable farming and climate resilience.
Previous Experience at NASA Ames Research Center
Prior to his current role, Jun Xiong worked at NASA Ames Research Center from 2011 to 2019. He initially joined as a Postdoctoral Researcher for two years, followed by a two-year tenure as a Research Scientist. His work involved advanced research in remote sensing applications, contributing to various projects aimed at understanding Earth systems and climate dynamics.
Research Scientist at U.S. Geological Survey
From 2013 to 2017, Jun Xiong was a Research Scientist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in Flagstaff, Arizona. During his four years there, he focused on geological and earth sciences, applying remote sensing techniques to study land use changes and environmental impacts.
Academic Background and Education
Jun Xiong earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, completing his studies from 2003 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Geographic Information System from Nanjing University, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his research in remote sensing and earth sciences.
Research Assistant Professor at Chinese Academy of Sciences
Before his tenure at NASA, Jun Xiong worked as a Research Assistant Professor at the Chinese Academy of Sciences from 2004 to 2011. Over seven years, he conducted research in various aspects of earth sciences, contributing to the understanding of geographical information systems and remote sensing methodologies.