Seven resolutions by the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics call for increased scientific contributions in areas ranging from environmental threats to energy resources to satellite systems.
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AGU Members Share Their Science on Capitol Hill
AGU members gathered in Washington, D. C., to meet with congressional members and staff and to share the value of Earth and space science and the policies that support research and innovation.
NASA Selects Science Instruments for Europa Mission
The instruments chosen for a mission to Jupiter's moon Europa include cameras, spectrometers, magnetometers, and an ice-penetrating radar.
Bill that Limits Earth Science Funding Wins OK in House
The controversial America COMPETES legislation would restrict Earth science funding at several U.S. federal agencies, including the National Science Foundation.
Geoscience Community Reacts to Vote on America COMPETES Bill
Legislation that would restrict funding for geoscience at federal agencies raises concerns about the research program budgets.
National Science Foundation to Rebalance Ocean Science Funding
In its response to a National Research Council survey on ocean sciences, the National Science Foundation has endorsed recommendations calling for a budgetary course correction.
Protecting Earth from Solar Storms
A task force on space weather recently released a national strategy to reduce damage resulting from solar storms. The plan is now open for public comment.
House Committee Approves Bills That Limit Earth Science Funding
The U.S. House of Representatives could vote later this month on legislation, approved by the science committee, to limit Earth science funding at several federal agencies.
U.S. Goals for Arctic Council Include Focus on Climate Change
As chair of the Arctic Council, the United States is prioritizing climate change and ocean issues and improving the conditions for Arctic communities.
What Will Become of Sweet Briar’s Atmospheric Research Station?
In the middle of the college's financial fight stands an atmospheric research tower with an uncertain future.
