Tag: News Release
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As the atmosphere changes, so will its response to geomagnetic storms
Rising concentrations of carbon dioxide in the upper atmosphere will change how geomagnetic storms impact Earth in ways that have implications for thousands of orbiting satellites.
- Sun + Space Weather
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NSF NCAR C-130 flying low over the New York City area starting today
From July 16 through August 31, a C-130 research aircraft will periodically fly over the tri-state area to collect data about air quality.
- Air Quality
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Boulder’s winds aren’t what they used to be
Peak wind gusts in Boulder and across the Front Range have weakened in recent decades, causing less damage.
- Weather
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Small-scale solar explosion reveals big clues about magnetic reconnection
Using the world’s largest solar telescope, a team of scientists has captured one of the most detailed views ever of a microflare – a small yet powerful solar explosion. The images are helping scientists understand the complexity of magnetic fields powering the Sun’s smallest outbursts.
- Sun + Space Weather
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Scientists launch experimental worldwide forecasts in unprecedented detail
NSF NCAR is running experimental 3-kilometer global forecasts, capturing weather around the world in remarkable detail.
- Weather