Selma Cherchali

Selma Cherchali is the head of the Earth Observation program at the CNES (National Center for Space Studies) in France. She plays a pivotal role in the newly formed Space4Ocean alliance, which aims to utilize space data for the protection and monitoring of ocean ecosystems. Cherchali emphasizes the importance of sharing spatial data to develop tailored services for coastal territories, highlighting the critical intersection of space science and marine conservation.