This phenomenon results from electrons propelling into space through holes in the ionosphere, the opposite of what happens during a normal aurora ... the magnetosphere moves due to pressure ...

A powerful solar storm has sent particles flowing from the sun that are interacting with Earth's magnetosphere in ways that are triggering the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis.

And now, a new study has found these explosive events also stir a charged layer of Earth's upper atmosphere called the ionosphere in more subtle, yet profound, ways. "We've been able to show ...

The aurora borealis can sometimes be seen in Madison County but it requires strong solar storms, explained by an SIUE ...

A powerful solar storm has sent particles flowing from the sun that are interacting with Earth's magnetosphere in ways that are triggering the northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis.

Here's what to know about this week's chance to view the aurora borealis ... allowing particles and gases in the magnetosphere to interact and generate the colorful displays, according to the ...

Space Weather is an emerging field of space science focusing on understanding the conditions and processes on the sun, in the interplanetary space, and in the Earth's magnetosphere, ionosphere and ...