Heliophysics Science Division

Science of IRIS mission. Understanding the interface between the photosphere and corona remains a fundamental challenge in solar and heliospheric science. Source: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

The Heliophysics Science Division of the Goddard Space Flight Center (NASA) conducts research on the Sun, its extended Solar System environment (the heliosphere), and interactions of Earth, other planets, small bodies, and interstellar gas with the heliosphere. Division research also encompasses geospace—Earth's uppermost atmosphere, the ionosphere, and the magnetosphere—and the changing environmental conditions throughout the coupled heliosphere (solar system weather).

Scientists in the Heliophysics Science Division develop models, spacecraft missions and instruments, and systems to manage and disseminate heliophysical data. They interpret and evaluate data gathered from instruments, draw comparisons with computer simulations and theoretical models, and publish the results. The Division also conducts education and public outreach programs to communicate the excitement and social value of NASA heliophysics.[1][2][3][4]

  1. ^ Public Domain This article incorporates public domain material from Heliophysics Science Division (670) Home. National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
  2. ^ Hesse, Michael (May 2013). "Refereed Publications for 2013". Heliophysics Science Division (670) Publications. Goddard Space Flight Center. Retrieved 2013-06-07.
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