The scientists are observing the potentially deadly storm and testing high-resolution computer models.

Tremendous amounts of soot, lofted into the air from global wildfires following a massive asteroid strike 66 million years ago, would have plunged Earth into darkness for nearly two years, new research finds.

Scientists are eager to capture images of this year's eclipse — but that's nothing new. Researchers have been poring over images of total solar eclipses practically since there were images available to pore over.

SOARS is working with alumni at universities to develop year-round satellite programs that will help additional undergraduates.

Leading U.S. solar scientists highlight research activities that will take place across the country during next month's rare solar eclipse.