Martian Meteorites Deliver a Trove of Information on Red Planet’s Structure
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 28 May 2024
Scripps scientists analyzed Martian meteorites, revealing Mars’ crust and mantle structure, volcanic history, and atmospheric interactions. Findings refine understanding of the Red Planet and support NASA missions like Perseverance and Mars Sample Return.
Keywords: Mars, meteorites, Scripps Oceanography, volcanic history, mantle, crust, NASA missions
NSF-Funded Program Advances Geosciences Opportunities for Community College Students
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 29 May 2024
The Scripps-GEO program immerses San Diego community college students in geoscience research, mentorship, and STEM training, inspiring transfers to four-year universities and future careers in science.
Keywords: Scripps-GEO, community college, geoscience, STEM, research internships, UC San Diego
Using Oceanography To Understand Fronts and Cyclones on Jupiter
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 31 May 2024
Scripps researcher Lia Siegelman found Jupiter’s cyclones are fueled by convection and fronts, processes also seen in Earth’s oceans and atmosphere. The study shows shared physics between planets, aiding climate and planetary science.
Keywords: Jupiter, cyclones, convection, atmospheric fronts, Scripps Oceanography, NASA Juno, planetary science
