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During the night of Oct. 15, Space Telescope Operations Control Center engineers at NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center turned on and checked out Side B of Hubbles Science Instrument Control and Data Handling (SI C&DH) system. These maps show the average percent snow cover in the Northern Hemisphere for December 2008 (top) and February 2009 (bottom), the first and last months of meteorological winter. According to a report from the U.S. National Hurricane Center, elevated oil rigs south of the Louisiana coast reported sustained winds of 72 to 89 kilometers (45 to 55 miles) per hour, well below the wind-speed threshold for a Category 1 hurricane. 06.30.08 - A service of: NASA and Ocean Tomo Federal Services, LLC announced the beginning of a new partnership to commercialize over 40 NASA-funded technologies to the private sector for commercial application. Goddard and the Howard B. Owens Science Center will celebrate a first year partnership created to inspire and educate students in the study of Earth science. NASA's Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope (GLAST) launched successfully on June 11, 2008, at 12:05 p.m. NASA scientists say a new solar cycle is beginning, and this could have important repercussions for space-based technology, such as GPS and weather satellites. Scientists using NASAs RHESSI spacecraft have measured the roundness of the sun with unprecedented precision and found that it is not a perfect sphere. If you know your browser is up to date, you should check to ensure that Lt. 05.29.08 - The Delta II 7920-H rocket that will launch GLAST is in the process of being assembled on Launch Pad 17-B at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. 04.08.08 - View videos produced at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center as part of Earth Science Week 2008. The radar antenna was pointing toward Titan at an altitude of 970 kilometers (684 miles) during the closest approach. The image has been processed with a resolution of 128 pixels/deg. Less than a week after launch, NASA's Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope, or GLAST, is safely up-and-running well in orbit approximately 350 miles (565 kilometers) above Earth's surface. Answering bold questions about life and climate on Earth and other planets is the goal behind a new Space Act Agreement signed between Goddard and Northrop Grumman. Astronomers are reporting on a strange case where one of the littlest of stars "twinkled" with gamma rays, X-rays, and light -- and then vanished. A winter camp for educators known as History of Winter 2008 will be hosted by a team from NASAs Goddard Space Flight Center. 12.16.08 - The Moon will appear full from Thursday evening through Sunday morning. Several bases of operations for NASA's Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope (GLAST) are gearing up for data from the recently launched satellite. News representatives are invited to attend a media day event on July 1 to learn about NASA's ambitious mission to the orbiting Hubble Space Telescope. A new NASA-led study shows that human-caused climate change has impacted a wide range of Earth's natural systems. SDO will discover how the sun builds up and explosively releases magnetic energy, which powers severe space weather. The maps are based on observations from the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) on NASAs Terra satellite. satellites and After revealing a trove of details about the moons Ganymede and Europa, the mission to Jupiter is setting its sights on sister moon Io. Consider one appropriate for 2009, the The Cassini-Huygens mission is a cooperative project of NASA, the European Space Agency and the Italian Space Agency. Scientists have used computer models to show how melt could contribute to the observed speed up of the ice sheet. A rare snowfall blanketed parts of the southeastern US on December 11, 2008 - this image was captured by the MODIS on the Terra satellite the next day. 04.30.08 - 11.04.08 - On December 19, 2008, Tropical Cyclone Billy made landfall in Western Australia as a Category 2 storm. The proposed new mission, called Gravity and Extreme Magnetism (GEMS), will use a new technique to accomplish what has been impossible until now. The "Tiger Stripe" region on Saturn's moon Enceladus has been found to be even warmer than previous measurements indicated. The tiny sensor, only the size of a quarter, acts like a smoke detector. Observations made by NASA instruments onboard an Air Force satellite have shown that the boundary between the Earths upper atmosphere and space has moved to extraordinarily low altitudes. (2008, December 25). In recognition of the 10th anniversary of the first scientific results from the TRMM satellite, media are invited to a media roundtable on Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 11 a.m. EST. 04.02.01 - This is the fourth of four fly-bys where RADAR can probe the interior of Titan and confirm the existence of an ocean. NASA study shows that the rising frequency and intensity of arctic storms over the last half century directly accelerated the rate of arctic sea ice drift which is a harbinger of climate change. The model of the James Webb Space Telescope has been making a lot of "orbits" around the world, and is now slated to "land" at the Deutsches Museum in Munich. The bulletin warned of wind gusts up to 100 kilometers (60 miles) per hour, should the storm take a route more toward the southwest. The image has been processed with a resolution of 128 pixels/deg. Sorry, you need to enable JavaScript to visit this website. At a teleconference on Aug. 26, 2008, NASA announced it was giving a new name to the Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope, launched June 11, 2008. Sherrica Newsome currently finds herself as Operations Manager for the 2008 NASA Academy at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md. NASA announced the public will have a chance to suggest a new name for the cutting edge Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope observatory before it launches in mid-2008. 08.14.08 - Compared to earlier images, the storm appears more compact in this picture, and occurs almost entirely over the ocean. This graphic shows the trajectory for the Cassini spacecraft during its flyby of the icy moon Enceladus on Oct. 31, 2008. 10.27.08 - 03.13.08 - 10.14.08 - A million names will be blasted into space and "to the moon" on LRO. The maps are based on observations from the Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) on NASA's Terra satellite. 05.16.07 - NASA approves development of NEO Surveyor for a launch no later than June 2028. A new NASA study confirms that the surface temperature of Greenland's massive ice sheet has been rising, fueling the loss of the island's ice at the surface and throughout the mass beneath. Land Because snow is very bright, it increases the amount of sunlight a ground surface reflects back to space, which is a key part of the Earths energy budget and climate. This 4-minute, time-lapse video is One popular theme is to find images that look very peculiar. After four years of observations, a European satellite named Integral may have solved one of our galaxy's greatest mysteries. Privacy Policy and Important Notices. These images were obtained by NASA's Cassini radar instrument during a flyby on Dec. 21, 2008. Bill Dunford 10.29.08 - 06.18.08 - 09.17.08 - 04.23.08 - 12.16.08 - 02.08.08 - 06.04.08 - Clouds serve a valuable role in Earth's climate, and thanks to A-Train, a closer look at them is possible. Robert Nemiroff NASA has selected ASRC Research and Technology Solutions, LLC, of Greenbelt, Md., to provide mission support services under the Program Analysis and Control (PAAC III) contract. The snow cover patterns also identify various topographic features, especially mountain ranges. Governor Visits Goddard Space Flight Center, NASA's GLAST Gets Shades, Blankets for the Beach, Visionary 'NASA Exploration Experience' Exhibit to Tour Connecticut May 14 - June 4, NASA Goddard and Howard B. 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Image of the Day 08.26.08 - Over the course of the past year, the team was hard at work implementing a new underlying core that included development of an improved information architecture, as well as administration and content management tools. Explanation: The next full Moon will be Friday evening, Jan. 6, 2023, at 6:08 PM EST. much of what you could see. NASA scientists have determined that 2007 tied with 1998 for Earths second warmest year in a century. GLAST Mission Operations at NASA Goddard Powered Up, California Wildfires Continue to Burn Out of Control, Solar Shield Experiment Aims to Keep the Power On, NASA Goddard Has More Than a Dozen Exciting Missions in Next Year, Proposed NASA Mission Could Explore Twisted Space Around Black Holes, NASA Goddard Mission Approved to Probe Matter in Extreme Environments, University Faculty and Students to "Rock On!" 06.12.08 - Boosted to almost the speed of light, "killer electrons" can knock out computers, pierce spacesuits and damage the tissues of astronauts. Features in the Gallery: Very Bright Stars, Unexpected image offsets in the GALEX GR4, SkyView v3.5.6 Security updates and bug fixes. Astronomers have discovered a timing mechanism that allows them to predict exactly when a neutron star will unleash incredibly powerful explosions. With NASA, Washington and Baltimore Area Reporters Invited to Hubble Media Day, NASA Data Helps Pinpoint Impacted Populations in Disaster Aftermath, For Hurricanes, Storms, Raindrop Size Makes All the Difference, NASA Targets GLAST Launch for no Earlier than June 11, Star Trek's George Takei Beams Down to Goddard, NASA Scientists Pioneer Method for Making Giant Lunar Telescopes, NASA Awards Snow and Ice Distributed Active Archive Contract, Fairfax Student Accepted for NASA Goddard Engineering Internship, Idaho Student Accepted for NASA Goddard Engineering Internship. To prepare for Servicing Mission 4, new Hubble components must endure harsh tests at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. August 31, 2008. On Oct. 31, 2008, during the second close flyby of Enceladus of the month, the cameras and other optical remote sensing instruments will be front and center, imaging the fractures that slash across the moon's south polar region like stripes on a tiger. Unexpected image offsets in the GALEX GR4. 01.08.08 - emailName =('Brandon Maccherone') U. APOD Editor to Speak in New York on Jan. 2, NASA Web 08.07.08 - 02.29.08 - 06.27.08 - NASA Official: 01.16.08 - Dec. 21, 2008. 01.10.08 - 12.19.08 - A new look at a classic experiment reveals volcanoes may have played a crucial role in the rise of life on Earth. 02.01.08 - Im pleased to report that the Earth Observatory team has completed an extensive redesign of their siteearthobservatory.nasa.gov. The high-resolution image provided above is at MODIS full spatial resolution (level of detail) of 250 meters per pixel. Land 05.13.08 - The final day of competition for The Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist concludes the evening of Oct. 6, 2008. Snow and Ice, Winter Snow Cover in the Northern Hemisphere, NASA Goddard Space When summer storms arrive, it's not only beach-goers who are affected; the rains can also have an impact on living creatures far below the ocean surface. this past Saturday to celebrate LaunchFest. own rotation are 09.12.08 - Water Event NASA researchers have identified feasible emission scenarios that could keep carbon dioxide below levels that some scientists have called dangerous for climate. 11.07.08 - The Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) spacecraft bus was lowered onto the propulsion module, and it attached on the first try. You will be directed to the NASA Visible Earth webpage when you select Images by Mission below, or click on the images at right that are randomly generated to represent four out of all possible topics. 02.07.08 - NASA Headquarters approves an instrument to study the extreme environments of the universe. SkyView GALEX GR4: Off center images fixed. Compared to earlier images, the storm appears more compact in this picture, and occurs almost entirely over the ocean. But the sequence also features One of Saturn's rings soaks up material gushing from the fountains on the tiny ice-moon, Enceladus, according to new Cassini observations. 07.11.08 - The Science Poster Party Blowout started 2008 with a celebration of Goddards scientific discoveries and achievements. This satellite map of snow cover shows that every state in the contiguous U.S., except for Florida, received snow in January 2011. 07.01.08 - Scientists have discovered a wave pattern in Saturn's atmosphere only visible from Earth every 15 years. High-Southern Latitudes in the Leading Hemisphere (Arrakis Planitia). 10.16.08 - In this image, the sprawling storm blocks the satellites view of much of the Louisiana coast including the New Orleans region, while skies remain clear farther inland, particularly in Texas. as a participant of the NASA Undergraduate Student Research Program. They can be combined with information on snow depth to help predict flood risk and water availability in regions such as Afghanistan, where the winter snow pack is the primary source of water in the summer. 02.26.08 - 12.08.08 - rays. 09.23.08 - 03.03.08 - 07.24.08 - 05.07.07 - Image of the Day 05.13.08 - Scientists have identified an unexpected motion in distant galaxy clusters. featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Last Updated: November 15, 2019 . Caption by Michon Scott. 10.02.08 - 09.02.08 - Australian Associated Press Pty Limited. nasa.gov. The Moon will appear full from Thursday evening through Sunday morning. The predicted rain held off, encouraging approximately 13,000 people to visit the Center. NASA Official: Phillip Newman Very light blue shows places where at least a trace of snow was observed, while white shows where the ground was 100 percent snow covered. NASA approves development of NEO Surveyor for a launch no later than June 2028. 05.07.08 - Two Goddard employees have been recognized by the National Women of Color (WOC) Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) as 2008 WOC All-Stars and Rising Stars of Technology. 10.01.08 - Moon, 07.25.08 - After 10 years of fine-tuning a technique to efficiently manufacture super-thin, curved mirrors needed to focus X-ray photons, Goddard astrophysicist Will Zhang and his team have won a position on the NuSTAR mission to provide the telescopes more than 3,000 individual mirror segments. xmlns:xsl='http://www.w3.org/1999/XSL/Transform'">. 09.26.08 - Moore Boeck, The Story Behind Apollo 8's Famous Earthrise Photo. In earlier releases the exposed region seemed to be centered with the image square but Continue reading , Features in the Gallery: Looking at the Big Picture. Managing Editor: meteors streaking overhead, As predicted, Edouard came ashore along the Gulf Coast early in the day on August 5, 2008, one day after this image was acquired. 12.04.08 - 05.30.08 - Image of the Day + 'frazier@nas' + 'a.gov') NASA's Swift satellite has found the most distant gamma-ray burst ever detected. 12.15.08 - 2008 December 31 The Sky in Motion Credit & Copyright: Video: Till Credner , ( The Sky in Motion.com ) 10.15.08 - emailE=('shannell.c.' The snow cover maps reveal some of the winters significant snow events in the United States, including a rare snow fall in the Deep South that occurred in mid-December. Because snow insulates the ground, it reduces the flow of heat and water vapor from the ground to the atmosphere, which influences weather and climate. Image Facts The APOD website on 31 December 2016, displaying that day's astronomy picture of Trifid Nebula in infrared. 06.11.08 - These missions include a final repair trip to upgrade the famous Hubble Space Telescope and spacecraft to study powerful gamma-rays, the moon, the Sun, and Earth's weather and pollution. SOHO has discovered its 1500th comet, making it more successful than all the other discoverers of comets throughout history put together. 07.10.08 - 01.16.08 - After a nationwide search for junior science researchers on GLAST mission, three people have been chosen for these prestigious post-doctoral positions. This artist concept shows a mirror-smooth lake on the surface of the smoggy moon Titan. LRO Media Day will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT. This graphic depicts a cross-section of the Saturnian moon Titan. October 31, 2008. NASA's Gamma-ray Large Area Space Telescope, or GLAST, is receiving finishing touches at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, near the beaches of eastern central Florida for its launch. The launch of NASA's GLAST spacecraft aboard a United Launch Alliance Delta II rocket is scheduled for no earlier than June 11. Moore Boeck. A NASA-funded researcher has discovered that solar flares -- explosions in the atmosphere of the sun -- get much hotter when they stay "focused". 03.04.08 - 07.17.08 - Earth's magnetic field, which shields our planet from particles streaming outward from the sun, often develops two holes that allow the largest leaks, according to researchers sponsored by NASA and the National Science Foundation. Arcing through the sky in a stately reflection of A new study has identified a link between a warming Indian Ocean and less rainfall in eastern and southern Africa. 02.15.08 - This uses knowledge of the GALEX survey to find the center of the Continue reading , Lots of people are using the Image gallery. just look up -- experience, learn, and enjoy the changing sky. 10.06.08 - STEREO findings help scientists map the energized particles where the hot solar wind slams into the cold interstellar medium. Social Media Lead: document.write( '' + emailName + '' ), Normalized Fluorescence Line Height (FLH), Instantaneous Photosynthetically Available Radiation, Daily Mean Photosynthetically Available Radiation, MODIS Land Rapid Response Team, NASA GSFC. Site last updated: December 21, 2022 . Phil Davis Scientists at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center have identified the smallest known black hole in the universe. These images were obtained by NASA's Cassini radar instrument during a flyby on Dec. 21, 2008. NASA has selected the University of Alaska for the management and operations of the EOS Data and Information System Synthetic Aperture Radar DACC. 07.07.08 - Cassini scientists speculate there may be a layer of liquid water mixed with ammonia about 100 kilometers (62 miles) below the surface of Titan. 02.07.08 - With winds of about 384 miles per hour, some of the highest wind speeds ever detected on any planet, Jupiter's Little Red Spot could blow away any hurricane on Earth.