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The Overview Effect: Astronaut Perspectives from 25 Years in Low Earth Orbit
The Overview Effect: Astronaut Perspectives from 25 Years in Low Earth Orbit The Overview Effect: A profound shift in perspective that occurs when astronauts see Earth from space, creating powerful changes in their thinking about the planet and life. Astronauts who have experienced the overview effect often report feeling a sense of unity and shared […]
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Are people at the South Pole upside down?
Are people at the South Pole upside down? Astrophysicist Abigail Bishop shares her experience living at the South Pole for seven weeks, where she noticed some differences that made it feel like the world was “flipped over” from what she was used to. The main difference Bishop observed was how the Moon and constellations appeared […]
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Summer Begins in Northern Hemisphere
Summer Begins in Northern Hemisphere The first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere is June 20, 2025, which is also the longest day of the year. The Southern Hemisphere experiences its shortest day and beginning of winter on June 20, 2025. Earth orbits at an angle, causing the Northern Hemisphere to tilt towards the […]
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NASA’s Hurricane Science, Tech, Data Help American Communities
NASA’s Hurricane Science, Tech, Data Help American Communities NASA uses its unique vantage point to study hurricanes from space, providing critical data for forecasting and decision-making. The agency’s satellites and sensors monitor sea surface temperature, ocean heat content, wind patterns, and atmospheric stability to identify early warning signs of hurricane formation. NASA also tests new […]
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NASA’s Ready-to-Use Dataset Details Land Motion Across North America
NASA’s Ready-to-Use Dataset Details Land Motion Across North America NASA has launched an online portal that maps satellite radar measurements across North America, enabling users to track land movement since 2016 caused by earthquakes, landslides, volcanoes, and other phenomena. The OPERA project, led by NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, provides a powerful web-based tool that shows […]
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