National Solar Observatory
Organization
A U.S. research organization dedicated to observing and studying the Sun, including operating major solar telescopes and supporting solar-physics research.
2 episodes featuring National Solar Observatory
Short Wave
Meteor debris, solar turbulence and a lunar crash
The episode connects an accessible night-sky spectacle to frontier observations of the Sun and the scientific opportunities—and risks—created by space debris.
Aug 13, 2026 · 12 min
StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson
Solar storms expose the Sun’s hidden reach
The Sun’s cycles and solar wind shape a protective bubble around Earth while creating serious risks for satellites and space infrastructure.
Aug 11, 2026 · 1h 3m