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CLOUDS AND AEROSOLS
In 2006, NASA and French Space Agency CNES launched a satellite in a joint mission to probe the properties of Earth's thin clouds and aerosols- In 2000, NASA's MISR used 9 cameras aboard Terra to study clouds, winds and aerosols. 1 year later, scientists showed it could measure cloud heights to within 400 meters worldwide, opening new possibilities for meteorology
- In June 2026, El Niño weakened Pacific trade winds, shutting down nutrient-rich upwelling; satellites then watched phytoplankton decline, threatening anchovies and seabirds as the ocean food chain began to unravel
- Earlier this year, a California startup received approval to launch a 59-foot mirror into orbit. Two years later, the demonstration could redirect sunlight onto chosen points on Earth, allowing crews to keep working after darkA California startup just got FCC approval to test a 59-foot mirror satellite in orbit. The spacecraft, named Eärendil-1, will catch sunlig...20 Aug, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
- A dried lakebed in Africa's Chad sends 27.7 million tonnes of dust across 5,000 km of Atlantic Ocean each year, carrying phosphorus that helps sustain the Amazon rainforestThe Amazon rainforest has a surprising lifeline. Each year, about 27.7 million tonnes of Sahara dust travel nearly 5,000 kilometres from Ch...16 Aug, 2026, 08.11 PM IST
- In 2011, UK scientists planned to pump water 1 km into the sky to test solar geoengineering equipment, but the balloon never launchedBritish scientists planned a stratospheric particle injection test in 2011. This project, called SPICE, was cancelled due to patent dispute...01 Aug, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
- 2026 Super El Nino forecast: Is a powerful climate event expected? Here's what experts say2026 Super El Niño forecast: Scientists closely monitor the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) for signs of a potential super El Niño. The...23 Jul, 2026, 10.25 PM IST
- Engage in the solar geoengineering debate: Why India must shape the rules before the sun goes dimSolar radiation modification offers potential climate solutions but demands careful governance. This technology could cool the planet while...10 Jul, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
- What happens if a submarine volcanic eruption in the central Bismarck Sea gives birth to a new island? NASA scientist explainsA rare submarine volcanic eruption in the Bismarck Sea, north of Papua New Guinea, has scientists buzzing with the possibility of a new isl...05 Jul, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
- As Earth overheats, scientists test way to repel Sun's raysBrightening clouds is one of several ideas to push solar energy back into space -- sometimes called solar radiation modification, solar geo...04 Apr, 2024, 09.48 AM IST
- How can I stay safe from Covid when visiting the dentist? Study says slower drill rotation might helpThe results are being included as evidence in guides for dental practices in the UK during the pandemic.18 Dec, 2020, 05.56 PM IST
- Climate change increasing air pollution across globe: StudyRising temperatures increase the concentration of aerosols in the atmosphere that cause air pollution, according to a study which highlight...05 Feb, 2019, 09.05 PM IST
- Climate change increasing air pollution across globe: StudyWhile climate change is warming the ocean, it is warming the land faster, which is bad news for air quality all over the world, according t...05 Feb, 2019, 11.44 AM IST
- EPA's Clean Air Act saved more lives than expected: StudyNew York, Dec 26 (IANS) The US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act has played a vital role in reducing the exposure of pe...26 Dec, 2017, 01.02 PM IST
- Cosmic rays from exploding stars affecting Earth's climate: StudyLondon, Dec 20 (IANS) Cosmic rays raining down from exploded stars and variations in the Sun's magnetic activity can affect climate on Eart...20 Dec, 2017, 04.47 PM IST
- Isro-Nasa joint team confirms presence of aerosol over AsiaAccording to the joint team, one additional campaign during winter months for obtaining the background conditions is planned.20 Sep, 2017, 07.14 PM IST
- Why rain-bearing clouds are thinning out over IndiaThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that this year's monsoon rainfall will be around 98 per cent of the long-period ave...12 Jun, 2017, 12.52 PM IST
- Plants moderate climate warming: StudyAs temperatures warm, plants release gases that help form clouds and cool the atmosphere, according to a new study.29 Apr, 2013, 02.41 PM IST
- 'Haze phenomenon due to pollution, duststorms'Atmospheric brown clouds are not new to scientists in India, who have been researching their occurrence for some years.16 Nov, 2008, 02.11 AM IST
- Brown clouds not a new phenomenon for Indian scientistsAtmospheric brown clouds are not new to scientists in India, who have been researching their occurrence for some years, and recent efforts ...15 Nov, 2008, 11.43 PM IST
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