Satellites help scientists track dramatic wetlands loss in Louisiana
New research uses NASA satellite observations and advanced computing to chronicle wetlands lost (and found) around the globe.
New research uses NASA satellite observations and advanced computing to chronicle wetlands lost (and found) around the globe.
Earth Sciences
Nov 8, 2022
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(Phys.org)—Colorado State University researchers discovered that a combination of starlight and the upper atmosphere's own subtle glow can help satellites see Earth's clouds on moonless nights.
Earth Sciences
Sep 11, 2012
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Packed with novel devices and science instruments, Proba-2 is demonstrating technologies for future ESA missions while providing new views of our Sun.
Space Exploration
Jan 26, 2010
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Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa Tuesday launched a space agency, hailing it as a "milestone" as he campaigns ahead of elections at the end of the month.
Space Exploration
Jul 10, 2018
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President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Monday he is ready "to be the first man in space" under Iran's ambitious programme which aims to send a human being into orbit by 2020.
Space Exploration
Feb 4, 2013
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Flights of the new European Vega-C rocket have been suspended pending an investigation into an overnight launch failure, French firm Arianespace said Wednesday, leaving Europe with few avenues into space.
Space Exploration
Dec 21, 2022
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A new study of four Antarctic emperor penguin colonies suggest that unexpected breeding behaviour may be a sign that the birds are adapting to environmental change.
Plants & Animals
Jan 8, 2014
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(AP)—A Russian-made rocket has put an observation satellite into orbit after blasting off from a European space consortium's launchpad in French Guiana.
Space Exploration
Dec 2, 2012
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When extreme weather comes our way, realtime information from space can help us to decide if closing a bridge is the right thing to do.
Engineering
May 18, 2015
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Space scientists at the University of Leicester have released satellite images of vast plumes of smoke emanating from the peat bog fires which are currently sweeping across central and western Russia.
Earth Sciences
Aug 13, 2010
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