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König M. and Teittinen J. (2008): GII and tornadoes in Finland (EUMeTrain webcast, first part)
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König M. and Schmeitz M.(2008): GII and nowcasting convection at KNMI (EUMeTrain webcast, first part)
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Li J. (2007): Recommendation on Physical Retrieval Algorithm for SEVIRI Nowcasting Product, INM SAFNWC Visiting Scientist Activity (VSA) Report,
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Li J. (2008): VSA Report on Continuation of Physical Retrieval Algorithm Improvement and Implementation in the SAFNWC/MSG, AEMET SAFNWC Visiting Scientist Activity (VSA) Report,
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Martinez. M.A., Romero R. (2012c): Validation Report for “SEVIRI Physical Retrieval Product” (SPhR-PGE13) v1.2. Available on-line:
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