Aurora Borealis : Science World Report

Dec 21, 2015 07:06 PM EST

Aurora Mystery Solved: Strange, Sudden Bursts are Caused by Swirling, Charged Particles

An auroral mystery has finally been solved. Scientists have found that sudden aurora bursts are caused by swirling, charged particles and have learned a bit more about the spectacle known as auroral breakup.

Nov 03, 2015 10:55 AM EST

Aurora Secrets May be Revealed with Social Networking Tools

There may be new ways to track down the Northern Lights-and learn a bit more about them. New research has used tools designed to study social networks to gain significant new insights into the aurora.

Oct 17, 2015 09:07 AM EDT

Massive Coronal Hole in the Sun May Cause Series of Auroras on Earth

A massive coronal hole in our sun has been captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory. Now, this hole is causing some auroral displays on Earth.

Oct 12, 2015 03:25 PM EDT

How Pulsating, Colorful Auroras are Created with Tiny Particles in Earth's Atmosphere

The aurora can be one of the most beautiful natural light displays on Earth with wavering lines of blue, green, purple and pink. Now, scientists have learned a bit more about this phenomenon.

Aug 17, 2015 08:22 PM EDT

ISS Astronaut Captures Spectacular Aurora Footage During a Sunrise

A NASA astronaut has captured some spectacular footage of the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, as they appeared over Earth's horizon.