History, Status, and Prospects of Remote Sensing in Korea

The Korean Society of Remote Sensing (KSRS) has reached the 40th year since its establishment.This special issue on 'history, status, and prospects of remote sensing in Korea' was published to review the achievement of the KSRS and remote sensing research in Korea at the milestone of 40 years.Eleven invited papers covered major segments of remote sensing in Korea.They reviewed the development of remote sensing science and technologies over the 40 years, summarized current activities, and suggested future plans for remote sensing in Korea.We hope to provide reach backgrounds and valuable insights on remote sensing science and technologies in Korea.