NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Carbon-Sniffing Satellite Arrives at Launch Site

NASA's first spacecraft dedicated to studying carbon dioxide has arrived at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., to begin final launch preparations.

Arctic Sea Ice Decline Shakes Up Ocean Ecosystems

Researchers took advantage of NASA satellite images to show that the microscopic floating plants are teeming in regions of recent ice melt.

NASA Gauges Sea Level, Glacier Changes

Researchers have used satellite data to make the most precise measurements to date of changes in Alaskan glaciers.

2008 Ozone Hole Maximum Announced

The Antarctic ozone hole reached its annual maximum on Sept. 12, 2008, stretching over 27 million kilometers, or 10.5 square miles.

Dust Storm Predictions Aid Health Community

NASA satellite data can improve forecasts of dust storms in the American Southwest in ways that can benefit public health managers.

NASA Selects NOAA Goes-R Series Spacecraft Contractor

12.02.08 - NASA, in coordination NOAA, has selected the contractor for the next series of weather satellites.

NASA and USAID Bring Earth-Observation Benefits to Africa

11.21.08 - NASA, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and their international partners cut the ribbon Friday in Nairobi, Kenya, for SERVIR-Africa.

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