Press releases from the NASA centers and from NASA researchers.
NASA Launches Ocean Satellite to Keep a Weather, Climate Eye Open
June 20 A new oceanography satellite launched on a globe-circling voyage to continue charting sea level, a vital indicator of global climate change. More
NASA, Air Resources Board to Examine California Air Quality
June 19 NASA and scientists from the California Air Resources Board are conducting a series of research flights this month that are examining the atmosphere over the state to better understand the chemical dynamics of smog and greenhouse gases. More
NASA Mission Poised to Help Us Gauge Our Rising Seas
June 16 The newest ocean-observing satellite takes flight this week to make precise measurements of rising global sea level. More
NASA Aircraft Examine Impact of Forest Fires on Arctic Climate
June 12 NASA aircraft will follow the trails of smoke plumes from some of Earth's northernmost forest fires, examining their contribution to arctic pollution. More
NASA Data Helps Pinpoint Impacted Population in Disaster Aftermath
June 12 After the cyclone in Burma and the earthquake in China, NASA data came to the aid of officials by tapping into a unique set of NASA data products describing the location of the exposed populations. More
For Hurricanes, Storms, Raindrop Size Makes All the Difference
June 9 NASA has concluded that tropical cyclones produce rain differently than another class of storms called "extra-tropical" cyclones. More
Student Researchers and Educators Partner with NASA for Unparalleled Results
June 3 A project with "unparalleled success" in obtaining data by students and educators can thank, in part, a team at NASA's Langley Research Center, Hampton, Va., who developed a protocol for taking surface ozone measurements. More
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