Like the Earth, the Sun likely has swirling polar vortices, according to new research led by the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR). But unlike on Earth, the formation and evolution of these vortices are driven by magnetic fields.

More research is needed to strengthen the resilience of next-generation offshore wind turbines against extreme weather conditions.

Fast-growing fires were responsible for nearly 90% of fire-related damages despite being relatively rare in the United States between 2001-2020, according to a new study that was led by CU Boulder and involved NSF NCAR.

Nine researchers at the U.S. National Science Foundation National Center for Atmospheric Research (NSF NCAR) and the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR), as well as a UCAR trustee, and an NSF NCAR distinguished scholar have been recognized with fellowships and awards from two prestigious Earth and space science organizations.

A multi-disciplinary team of researchers aims to make agricultural data more accessible with a mobile app and web-based application called CropSmart. The goal of CropSmart is to revolutionize the way farmers, agribusiness operators, and government agricultural officials make decisions about irrigation strategies, fertilizer applications, and when to harvest.