NASA is preparing for the launch of an instrument that will provide new insight into air quality in North America, observing air pollution from space more frequently and in greater detail than previous space-based instruments.
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The Unexpected Contribution of Medieval Monks to Volcanology
By observing the night sky, medieval monks unwittingly recorded some of history’s largest volcanic eruptions.
Discovery Could Hold the Key to Healthy Aging During Global Warming
Researchers have long known that many animals live longer in colder climates than in warmer climates.
Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology Researchers Correlate Arctic Warming to Extreme Winter Weather in Midlatitude and Its Future
A warmer Arctic has been linked to extreme winter weather in the midlatitude regions.
Two Long-Drained California Lakes Refilled by Floodwaters, Satellite Images Show
Two California lakes, both drained a century ago, have been partially refilled by floodwaters from recent storms, satellite images from NASA show.
Warming Arctic Draws Marine Predators Northwards
Marine predators have expanded their ranges into the Arctic waters over the last twenty years, driven by climate change and associated increases in productivity.