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Space Weather
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Center for Science Education 
 The Space Sciences Laboratory at UC Berkeley offers a connection to SEGway (Science Education Gateway), hands-on science activities through Eye on the Sky , and outreach with Sun-Earth Connection Education Forum . Families can find information on space, the solar system, and related subjects such as mathematics and technology. The page automatically goes to the public forum, but use the tabs at the top for a more focused approach for educators and scientists. http://cse.ssl.berkeley.edu/ Topics: Astronomy, Weather Last updated Nov 28, 2002 Current Space Weather Conditions
"The official source of space weather alerts, warnings, and forecasts," providing current information on geomagnetic storms, solar winds, solar flares, and aurora activity. The education/outreach page features a FAQ, a glossary of solar-terrestrial terms, a primer on space weather (in English and Spanish), short essays on related topics, and classroom materials. From the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/ Topics: Astronomy, Geology, Weather Last updated Jul 2, 2008 NASA: AIM Mission
Background about the Aeronomy of Ice in the Mesosphere (AIM) satellite that "captured the first occurrence this summer [2007] of mysterious iridescent polar clouds that form 50 miles above Earth's surface." These clouds "are called Polar Mesospheric Clouds, or PMCs, when they are viewed from space and referred to as 'night-shining' clouds or Noctilucent Clouds, when viewed by observers on Earth." Includes images and mission news. From the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/aim/ Topics: Astronomy Last updated Sep 8, 2008 Orbital Debris Frequently Asked Questions
A FAQ on orbital debris, which is defined as "any man-made object in orbit about the Earth which no longer serves a useful purpose." Discusses sources and amount of debris in Earth's orbit, its effect on spacecraft, and U.S. policy and guidelines on orbital debris. From the NASA Orbital Debris Program Office. http://www.orbitaldebris.jsc.nasa.gov/faqs.html Topics: Astronomy, Weather Last updated Apr 20, 2004 SOHO: Exploring the Sun
The International Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) is a cooperative project of the European Space Agency (ESA) and the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). See real time photos of the sun taken from outer space. Find daily solar data as well as links and educational information for the layperson and the solar physicist. Subscribe to receive "What's New" messages by e-mail. http://sohowww.nascom.nasa.gov/ Topics: Astronomy, Photograph Collections, Weather Last updated Aug 24, 2004 Space Weather Today
This site explains space weather, space storms, and the role of the sun. It explores the relationship to space storms and damage here on earth as well as presenting images of the storms in the atmosphere and from space. Included are links to related auroral sites. There are images of both the sun's and earth's auroras as well as dials for current solar wind conditions and detailed explanations for the various measurements and related terms. What's Happening in Space Today presents images of current conditions taken from various points. http://www.windows.ucar.edu/spaceweather/ Topics: Astronomy, Weather Last updated Feb 28, 2001 SpaceWeather.com
The monitoring of current space weather conditions is used to understand the sun-earth environment. SpaceWeather.com is an excellent source for monitoring this relationship through its offering of current space weather conditions and NASA news headlines. The topics and forecasts covered include solar storms, solar flares, auroras, solar winds, sunspots, and interplanetary magnetic fields. There are also several wonderful images to accompany the space weather phenomena. http://spaceweather.com/ Topics: Astronomy, Weather Last updated Feb 24, 2001 |
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