Atmospheric science is a field that studies the Earth’s atmosphere, its processes, and its interaction with the environment and living organisms. This discipline encompasses meteorology, climatology, and other specialized areas such as atmospheric chemistry and atmospheric physics. Scientists in this field investigate weather patterns, atmospheric conditions, climate change, and phenomena such as clouds, aerosols, and precipitation. Using tools like weather balloons, radar, satellites, and computer models, atmospheric scientists aim to understand and predict weather and climate trends, which are crucial for agriculture, disaster management, and addressing environmental challenges. Their research helps inform public safety measures and policy decisions related to air quality and climate mitigation.
Research reveals that wildfires can significantly affect the stratosphere’s ozone layer by injecting aerosols that alter ozone levels through complex reactions, underlining the necessity for…
Using the James Webb Space Telescope, scientists observed the region above Jupiter’s iconic Great Red Spot to discover a range of previously unseen features. The…
Recent findings indicate significant reductions in hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), harmful to both the ozone layer and climate. This success, stemming from the Montreal Protocol, shows that…
New research has unraveled the complex dynamics of the planetary boundary layer, enhancing satellite detection of atmospheric pollutants and aiding environmental management and climate modeling…
Earth’s “Great Oxidation Event” was spread over 200 million years, according to recent discoveries. New research highlights the Great Oxidation Event’s complexity, revealing that the…
James Webb Space Telescope data reveals WASP-107 b has significantly less methane than expected and a surprisingly large core, providing key insights into its atmospheric…
Over four decades, nitrous oxide emissions have risen sharply, driven mainly by agriculture. Without technologies to remove it, the focus must shift to reducing emissions…
New research indicates a decline in hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) in the atmosphere, confirming the effectiveness of the Montreal Protocol in regulating substances that harm the ozone…
New astrophysical research highlights a significant cosmic event two million years ago when the solar system passed through a dense interstellar cloud. This possibly altered…
An analysis of NASA satellite images of cyclones on Jupiter reveals that the storms are fueled by processes similar to those acting on Earth. New…
A surprising deficiency of methane suggests that tidal heating has puffed up the atmosphere of the warm gas giant WASP-107 b. Why is the warm…
NASA citizen scientists collected thousands of photographs and temperature readings that are being used to study the relationship between total solar eclipses and clouds. For…
Researchers have discovered that Venus loses significantly more water than previously thought due to a process called “dissociative recombination,” where hydrogen atoms escape into space….
Scientists have observed so-called ‘roaming’ chemical reactions, those that at certain points move away from the lowest minimum energy ‘path of least resistance,’ in highly…
Insufficient carbon dioxide removal efforts jeopardize meeting the Paris Agreement’s climate goals, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced technologies and strategies. New research suggests that…
Over the course of nearly two decades, its powerful radar provided never-before-seen details of clouds and helped advance global weather and climate predictions. CloudSat, a…
Through a blend of science and storytelling, new research delves into the future of water management amidst changing environmental dynamics. Human activity is changing the…
NASA’s AIM mission concluded after over a decade of groundbreaking research on Earth’s upper atmosphere, leaving behind a legacy of scientific discoveries and a wealth…