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It’s August 20, 2025, and a significant shift is happening at NASA. Reports are circulating that the agency’s acting chief is calling for a re-evaluation, and potentially an end, to certain Earth science initiatives. This news has sparked a lot of discussion, and I want to share my perspective as someone who has dedicated years … Read more
Did you know that mosquito-borne diseases like Chikungunya are making a significant comeback, with cases surging worldwide? As an atmospheric scientist, I see a clear connection between these outbreaks and our changing climate. It might surprise you, but weather patterns play a huge role in where and when mosquito-borne illnesses spread. Mosquitoes, and the viruses … Read more
It’s official: NASA is changing its priorities. Today, August 19, 2025, marks a significant moment as the agency confirms a notable shift in its focus, prioritizing space exploration initiatives and placing climate change science on the backburner. This move naturally sparks conversations about the future of Earth science research within NASA. For years, NASA’s Earth-observing … Read more
Imagine this: all technology disappears tomorrow. No more smartphones, no more advanced medicine, no more heated homes or air-conditioned cars. Suddenly, we’re back to basics. It’s a stark thought experiment, and it leads to a fascinating question: if we were stripped of our modern tools, in which climate on Earth could humans actually thrive? Let’s … Read more
Did you know that the very cities we call home can amplify the effects of climate change? It’s a tough reality, and it’s not felt equally by everyone. Today, I want to talk about the intersection of climate change and social justice, specifically how urban environments are creating a disproportionate burden on certain communities. The … Read more
Underneath the Ice, a Vast Discovery Did you know that beneath Antarctica’s massive ice sheet lies a hidden world? Scientists recently uncovered a network of over 300 giant canyons, carved out by ancient rivers long before the ice covered them. This isn’t just a cool geographical find; it has some serious implications for how we … Read more
Imagine a world hidden miles beneath the vast, frozen expanse of Greenland’s ice sheet. For scientists studying our planet, this is precisely the kind of mystery that keeps them going. Recently, a team of researchers witnessed something truly unexpected: a massive lake, buried deep under the ice, erupted. This isn’t your typical volcanic eruption. Instead, … Read more
Today, August 17, 2025, marks a moment of reflection for NASA. News has surfaced that the agency’s acting chief is calling for an end to Earth science within NASA. As someone with a background in atmospheric and environmental science, this news certainly caught my attention. It’s no secret that NASA has been a cornerstone in … Read more
It’s August 15, 2025, and while we often think about climate change in terms of rising sea levels or extreme weather, its effects are reaching much further – even into space. Did you know that our increasingly polluted atmosphere is making our vital GPS and communication satellites more vulnerable to solar storms? This might sound … Read more
Did you know that warmer ocean waters are linked to a rise in infections from a dangerous bacterium? Recently, news has surfaced about a swimmer on Cape Cod contracting a serious infection. This isn’t an isolated incident; similar cases have been reported in other coastal areas, including Louisiana. These reports bring to light a growing … Read more