NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Changing the World, One Student at a Time

For 10 years, the DEVELOP program has pushed the envelope of the traditional summer internship, encouraging students into research projects with big implications for society.

2007 Hurricane Forecast Took Blow From Winds, Dusty Air

A new analysis of environmental conditions over the Atlantic Ocean shows that hot, dry air associated with dust outbreaks from the Sahara desert likely contributed to the quieter-than-expected 2007 hurricane season.

Project Shows Value of Investment in Climate Research

The International Satellite Cloud Climatology Project (ISCCP) to study the role that clouds play in the climate celebrates its 25th anniversary this summer.

NASA Study Shows How Aerosols Affect Climate

Researchers have identified the common thread that determines how aerosols from human activity, like the particles released from forest fires, influence cloud cover and affect climate.

African Drought Linked to Warmer Indian Ocean

A new study has identified a link between a warming Indian Ocean and less rainfall in eastern and southern Africa.

Hurricane Ike Impact Felt In Space

09.11.08 - Hurricane Ike has delayed the scheduled Friday arrival of a Russian Progress cargo ship at the International Space Station 220 miles above Earth.

Report Explores Use Of Earth Data To Support National Priorities

09.08.08 - The nation faces challenges in utilizing Earth science information to manage resources and protect public health, according to a NASA-sponsored report issued Monday by the U.S. Climate Change Science Program.

02.29.08

NASA's New Decadal Survey Missions: SMAP, ICESat-II

01.23.08

NASA Media Event Highlights Rainfall Satellite's Decade of Success