Space weather is storms of electromagnetic and particle radiation from the Sun that are hurtling through space at close to the speed of light. Predicting space weather can help us prepare for potential damage or disruptions that may occur to infrastructure here on Earth, or to satellites orbiting above Earth.
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Why is it so difficult to predict the weather?
In this newsletter we're highlighting some activities and articles about Space Weather and how it affects the Earth
Wildfires are becoming more and more part of our daily lives in the western part of the United States and significantly impact our air quality.
NCAR scientist Nihanth Cherukuru's experience with Doppler Lidars, data visualization, computer programming, and game development.
Andrew Green, an Aircraft Mechanic, will tell us about what happens at the NCAR Research Aviation Facility.
NCAR scientist Roy Rasmussen will tell us about different methods that are used for measuring snowfall, and why it's important to know.
Adriana Bailey is an NCAR atmospheric scientist studying clouds, rain, and moisture in our air, all from a flying laboratory!
UCAR SOARS program alumna Karl C. Clarke will share his experience working at the intersection of science and education at Brookhaven National Laboratory.
Bryan Guarente, a meteorologist and educational designer, explores a 3D example that will take us from a personal understanding to a global perspective.