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Algae clogs a lagoon in Toluca Valley, Mexico. Factories and homes that deplete the valley’s aquifers dump their wastewater here. (Courtesy P. Castellazzi)

Closed Season

In Mexico’s escalating water crisis, a view from the sky provides answers.
Feature Article
Dec. 27, 2020
An artistic rendering shows that Earth’s rotation has dragged space-time with it.

A Snag in Space-Time

Astrophysics use Earth science satellites to explore general relativity.
Feature Article
Dec. 27, 2020
Photograph of a school of chub at the Kure Atoll State Wildlife Refuge

An Ocean full of Deserts

Scientists and satellites watch as the least productive areas of the oceans expand.
Feature Article
Dec. 27, 2020
lehrter standing in front of a body of water on a sunny day wearing a blue pullover

John Lehrter

​Who Uses NASA Earth Science Data? John Lehrter, to study the water quality of estuarine and coastal environments
Data User Story
Dec. 22, 2020
headshot of philip thompson standing outside wearing a hawiian shirt

Dr. Philip Thompson

The global average sea level is rising. Dr. Philip Thompson uses NASA Earth science data to explore how—and when—this will affect vulnerable communities.
Data User Story
Dec. 22, 2020
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