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Failed Rocket Payload Included Research Experiments
Orbital Sciences’ Antares rocket and Cygnus cargo spacecraft, which failed on 28 October, included a number of student research projects along with other science experiments.
NOAA's Winter Outlook Favors Weak El Niño, Lower-Than-Average Precipitation
The National Atmospheric and Oceanic Association announces the upcoming weather projection for winter 2014-2015.
U.S. Department of Defense Deems Climate Change a National Security Threat
U.S. Department of Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel speaks about the dangers of climate change.
Assessing Earthquake Risks in the Pacific Northwest
While megaquakes occasionally occur along the Cascadia margin, smaller but more frequent crustal earthquakes are a more immediate threat, according to a natural hazards expert.
Taiwan Shipwreck Is Major Loss for Ocean Research, Scientists Say
The 10 October shipwreck of Taiwan’s R/V Ocean Researcher V, which resulted in two deaths, is a major setback for ocean research in Taiwan, according to scientists.
NOAA Research Vessel Explores Atlantic Ocean Seamounts
NOAA’s Okeanos Explorer and two remotely operated vehicles help scientists investigate creatures, habitat, and geology on and near New England seamounts.
Energy Industry Executives Call for Looser Government Regulations
Industry executives call for loosening U.S. federal government regulations that they say restrict energy exploration and development.