Solar Radiation

Learn about auroras - spectacular light shows in the night sky.

Discover a set of resources to get you up to speed on the discussion surrounding Mars

Discover some background information on how we'll learn to live and work on the Moon - and beyond!

Learn about the different ways that heat is transferred.

Learn how energy from the Sun can be used to generate electricity.

Oceans absorb the greatest amount of solar radiation on Earth. Ocean warming can lead to glaciers melting and ocean acidification.

Temperature is an important part of life on Earth and life in space. This backgrounder explains what temperature is, how it affects people and how it is controlled on the International Space Station.

One of the greatest hazards that humans in space face is cosmic radiation. Learn what cosmic radiation is, why it's dangerous, and ways that we are looking at protecting humans in deep space.

Learn how people came to understand the source of cosmic radiation, as well as how this radiation impacts those who work in and travel on airplanes.

Find out how asteroids, space debris, and cosmic radiation can be dangerous, and how to monitor them and protect ourselves from these space hazards.