Eclipse Education

December 22, 2023

Instruments for Solar Eclipse Viewing

If you're a pro or wannabe pro, here are some advanced instruments for eclipse viewing.

December 21, 2023

Lake Vostok’s Potential for a Diverse, Undisturbed Microbial Ecosystem

Lake Vostok, a liquid lake deep beneath the Antarctic ice sheet, harbors a diverse undisturbed biological profile

December 20, 2023

Making the April 2024 Eclipse a Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

Here are some suggestions for how to make the April 2024 solar eclipse a memorable experience for you and your loved ones.

December 20, 2023

The Layers of the Atmosphere

Learn about the layers of the atmosphere and in what ways each is unique and important to preserving life on our planet

December 19, 2023

Moon Mechanics: Enjoy It While It Lasts

The Moon won't be here forever. Understand its orbital mechanics and what will occur as the Moon leaves Earth's orbit.

December 18, 2023

Factors That Drove Early Cetacean Ancestors to the Sea

Whales (cetaceans) were not always the marine mammals we know today. Climatic and biogeographic conditions may have contributed to their movement from land mammal to marine mammal.

December 18, 2023

Eclipse Cookie Recipe for your Eclipse Viewing Party

A quick and easy solar eclipse-themed recipe for your April 2024 solar eclipse viewing party

December 18, 2023

Medieval Warm Period Explored

Learn about the Medieval Warm Period (MWP) including when it occurred and possible causes for it.

December 17, 2023

Antarctica's History

Learn about Antarctica's history and how we know it wasn't always a frozen continent.