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2 weeks ago

The power of penguin guano to reduce the effects of climate change in Antarctica

Penguin guano significantly influences atmospheric ammonia levels, which helps form aerosols that may mitigate climate change.
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

A cloud seeding startup did not cause the Texas floods | TechCrunch

"Cloud seeding had nothing to do with the floods," said Katja Friedrich, an atmospheric scientist at the University of Colorado Boulder. This statement highlights the distinction between public perception and scientific evidence regarding the impact of cloud seeding on rainfall during the floods.
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fromKqed
3 weeks ago

How to Hike 'Above the Clouds' in the Bay Area (Plus, the Science of a Marine Inversion) | KQED

Marine layers create stunning visual experiences in the Bay Area, particularly at heights like Mount Tamalpais and Mission Peak.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Apocalyptic aerial hazard the size of US barrels toward Florida

A vast Sahara dust plume is traveling across the Atlantic, with health warnings for respiratory issues in affected areas.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

A New Study Reveals the Makeup of Uranus' Atmosphere

The seasonal changes on Uranus, observed over a 20-year span, indicate significant variations in atmospheric conditions, particularly in methane and aerosol abundance.
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fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why penguin poop might be protecting Antarctica from rising temperatures

Penguin guano contributes to cloud formation, which may help cool Antarctica but is threatened by climate change.
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fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago
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A NASA rover just showed us what an aurora looks like on Mars

Scientists have captured an aurora visible from Mars for the first time, marking a significant achievement in planetary atmospheric research.
fromNature
3 months ago
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Martian rock hints at ancient dense atmosphere

Curiosity rover discovers carbonate minerals on Mars, revealing clues about the planet's past atmosphere.
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fromNature
3 months ago

Martian rock hints at ancient dense atmosphere

Curiosity rover discovers carbonate minerals on Mars, revealing clues about the planet's past atmosphere.
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fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

A NASA Experiment Just Supercharged the Northern Lights in Alaska-See Photos

NASA's recent rocket launches enhanced our understanding of auroras and their atmospheric effects during a substorm.
fromFast Company
4 months ago

'Space junk' is clogging the atmosphere-and it's going to make weather forecasts and internet access much worse

Under normal conditions, after these satellites reach the end of their lifespans, natural atmospheric drag pulls them down to lower altitudes, where air molecules cause them to disintegrate.
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fromFast Company
5 months ago

Weather forecasts depend on the NOAA. Could private companies ever replace it?

NOAA's systems and data are crucial for accurate weather forecasting in the U.S.
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fromtheconversation.com
5 months ago

Why Private Forecasting Companies Can't Replace the National Weather Service

NOAA's extensive network is essential for accurate weather forecasting, utilizing real-time data from satellites, radar, and models.
fromHackernoon
11 months ago

Researchers Proposes a Life Cycle for Venusian Microbes | HackerNoon

The proposed life cycle for Venusian microbes suggests that desiccated spores, residing in the lower haze layer, are crucial for their survival and potential germination in habitable conditions.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 months ago

How the Polar Vortex Can Bring Arctic Blasts to the U.S.

"When the polar jet stream zips more or less evenly around the Arctic, the continental U.S. and other midlatitude locations remain relatively warm because it keeps cold air trapped to the north."
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fromNature
10 months ago

Daily briefing: What causes obesity? Contentious topic gets an authoritative analysis

The article highlights urgent challenges in fossil recovery due to severe flooding, the capabilities of AI in scientific research, and surprising atmospheric effects from SpaceX's rocket.
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