Current Earth Sciences News Today
Perfect Space Storm Could be Catastrophic on Earth, Study Concludes (SPACE.com via Yahoo! News)
A new study from the National Academy of Sciences outlines grim possibilities on Earth for a worst-case scenario solar storm.
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:36:06 GMT
Flory hosts night of science (Moorpark Acorn)
Flory Academy of Sciences and Technology will host the annual Science Extravaganza from 6 to 8 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 15 at the school, 240 Flory Ave., Moorpark. This year's theme is "Save the Earth F.A.S.T.," with a focus on preserving the environment.
Fri, 09 Jan 2009 02:06:47 GMT
NASA studies solar flare dangers to Earth-based technology (TG Daily)
The National Academy of Sciences, under direction by NASA, has concluded the first economic data study on solar activity and the Earth. The report quantifies the effects fluctuations in the Sun's magnetic field have on our planet and is looking for ways to prevent damage from this "extreme space weather."
Tue, 06 Jan 2009 14:23:57 GMT
Space is closer to Earth than believed (New Kerala)
Washington, Jan 8 : Space is not as far from the Earth's surface as people think, for scientist have discovered that the ionosphere, the layer of electrically charged particles that comprises the outer atmosphere, is thinner than expected, and cooler too.
Thu, 08 Jan 2009 09:46:03 GMT
NASA study explains hazards of severe space weather for Earth's technology (New Kerala)
Washington, Jan 6 : In a NASA-funded study, researchers at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington have detailed how extreme solar eruptions could severely affect for communications, power grids and other technology on Earth.
Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:09:15 GMT
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