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Auroras seen from the International Space Station
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Bringing Clarity to What Drives Auroras

by Mark Zastrow 24 April 201911 August 2022

A new classification scheme helps researchers distinguish what accelerates the electrons that create auroras.

A high-resolution image of Bennu taken on approach
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All About Bennu: A Rubble Pile with a Lot of Surprises

Kimberly M. S. Cartier, News Writing and Production Intern for Eos.org by Kimberly M. S. Cartier 21 March 201915 February 2022

Asteroid Bennu has been under close scrutiny since December. Here are six key results from the first few months of data from OSIRIS-REx.

Map of global temperature for 2014–2018 change compared to the 1951–1980 average
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2018 Is the Fourth-Hottest Year on Record

Jenessa Duncombe, Staff Writer by Jenessa Duncombe 6 February 20196 April 2023

The climate is continuing to heat up, say NASA and NOAA, and 2018 is no exception.

2014 MU69 as imaged by the New Horizons spacecraft
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New Horizons Sends First Looks of 2014 MU69

Kimberly M. S. Cartier, News Writing and Production Intern for Eos.org by Kimberly M. S. Cartier 4 January 20196 January 2023

Explore 10 things scientists have already learned about the most distant object visited by a spacecraft from Earth.

Flowing lava during the eruption of Kīlauea
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Captivating Geoscience Videos of 2018

Kimberly M. S. Cartier, News Writing and Production Intern for Eos.org by Kimberly M. S. Cartier 28 December 201811 January 2022

As the year comes to a close, look back on interesting Earth and planetary science phenomena captured on camera.

Hikers learn to weed invasive species from a national park.
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Geoscience Games to Liven Up Your Holiday Season

Kimberly M. S. Cartier, News Writing and Production Intern for Eos.org by Kimberly M. S. Cartier 21 December 20187 November 2022

Learn geoscience and have fun while doing it. For 1+ players. Good for all ages.

Kīlauea’s fissure 8 in May 2018
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Lessons Learned from Kīlauea Eruption’s Media Frenzy

Jenessa Duncombe, Staff Writer by Jenessa Duncombe 18 December 201830 August 2022

The Kīlauea eruption earlier this year unleashed a media bonanza. Here are nine tips about how to debunk geohazard misinformation in real time from a scientist frequently tapped for expert comments.

Geoscientists engage with nonscientists of all ages
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Universities Can Lead the Way Supporting Engaged Geoscientists

by A. J. Jefferson, M. A. Kenney, T. M. Hill and N. E. Selin 10 December 20187 January 2022

Geoscientists want to engage communities and policy makers. Colleges and universities can help by embracing five core capacities.

The Washington Monument peeks out from behind a sandstone gatepost
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Self-Guided Tour of the Geology in D. C. Buildings

by L. Strelich 6 December 201813 October 2022

The architecture of the nation’s capital reveals a secret geologic history—take a walking tour to spot the interesting fossils and minerals in the stones used to build the halls of power.

Cave bacon in Soldier’s Cave, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Calif.
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Cave Bacon and Other Delectable Science Terms

by B. Bedford 21 November 201818 April 2022

As you prepare to feast, save room for springy yellowcake, breadcrust bombs, a cheese course on Mars, and more. Bon appétit!

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