New observations reveal that Venus’ winds speed up by 150 km/h at higher altitudes, likely…
Browsing: Atmospheric Science
Atmospheric science is the study of Earth’s atmosphere and the complex processes that govern weather, climate, and air quality. It encompasses meteorology, climatology, and atmospheric chemistry and physics, aiming to understand phenomena like storms, heatwaves, greenhouse gas dynamics, and long-term climate change. Researchers in this field use satellite data, computer models, and field observations to track atmospheric patterns and predict future conditions. This page highlights cutting-edge research in atmospheric science, including insights into extreme weather, climate systems, and the ways human activity is altering the air we breathe and the climate we depend on.
What Are Earth System and Climate Models? Earth system models and climate models are a…
Scientists warn that stratospheric aerosol injection (SAI) poses risks like disrupted rainfall and geopolitical vulnerabilities.…
NASA researchers predict that Mars helicopters, like Ingenuity, could generate static electricity while flying at…
Deeper understanding of Earth’s atmosphere could help us identify signs of life beyond our solar…
NASA research indicates Martian drones could produce electrical currents causing visible atmospheric glows, akin to…
What Are Clouds and Aerosols? Clouds are an essential part of the Earth’s climate. Clouds…
Are there rainbows on Mars? Sadly no. But there are a whole lot of other…
Accumulated Heat in the Upper Ocean Is at Record Levels, Again! Recent studies show a…
A team from MIT reveals that with special treatment, minerals called zeolites — commonly found…
Theory and simulations reveal why seemingly weak effects sometimes play a strong role in how…
Research suggests that glaciers could be the culprits behind the gradual reduction of atmospheric oxygen…
New climate models show that Earth’s surface may have been exposed to much higher UV…
Analysis of the rock record rules out atmospheric oxygen before the Great Oxygenation Event. New…
Researchers have determined that the hygroscopic properties of black carbon particles, which influence their role…
New CU Boulder study shows iodine from desert dust can decrease ozone air pollution but…
Measurements across Amazon floodplains show that nearly half of global tropical wetland methane emissions may…
Tornadoes and severe winds knocked out power to Mayfield and surrounding towns. On the night…