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Pew Pew Pew! Why Scientists Are Fired Up About Futuristic Space Lasers
Lasers are helping scientists conduct highly precise measurements and observations on Earth, in orbit around our planet and in space.
Mysterious Light Flashes 1st Spotted by Carl Sagan Explained
Mysterious flashes of light shown in images of Earth from space come from ice crystals lodged high in the atmosphere, new research suggests.
Earth's Magnetic Cocoon Mapped in Extreme Detail
Satellites have provided a detailed view of the small but vitally important magnetic signals emitted by Earth's outer shell, known as the lithosphere, the European Space Agency (ESA) said.
Here Comes the Sun: Spring Equinox Arrives Today in the Northern Hemisphere
What can NASA satellites tell us about the spring equinox?
Advanced Radar Tech Could Save Ancient City of Angkor's Collapsing Monuments
Scientists are investigating what may be weakening the remains of ancient Angkor's stony architecture.
Whale of an Idea: Satellites Help Monitor Migrating Humpbacks
Scientists are turning to high-flying help in efforts to count humpback whales.
How NASA's Satellite Data Could Help Protect Chimps
NASA partnered with Jane Goodall Institute in hopes satellite data could help save chimps.
Russia Jammed Your Satellites? US Military Develops Undersea Network as Backup
DARPA's 'plan B' for tactical military communications is a high-speed, fiber-optic network on the high seas.
