Researchers have demonstrated nuclear fusion on a micro scale in a lab with record-breaking efficiency in generating neutrons—subatomic particles which have no charge. Their results are published in the journal Nature Communications.
As of last fall, Chiu has been an associate professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science, where her research group investigates remote sensing, radiative transfer, and the interactions of clouds, aerosols, precipitations, and radiation.
The atmosphere in our warmer world contains more moisture, and that's producing storms that drop more rain, said Scott Denning, a professor of atmospheric science.
This winter's snowfall in the mountains that feed the Colorado has been far short of average overall but varies widely.
A new NOAA-supported study says that teleconnections with certain phases of a recurring tropical rainfall pattern could extend weather predictions up to 20-25 days in advance.
Energy company Husk Power Systems, which is building renewable energy systems to power remote villages in Asia and Africa, made two big announcements: It picked up $20 million from investors, and it’s moving its headquarters to Fort Collins.
In a new study, Colorado State University civil engineer Hussam Mahmoud offers an innovative approach to defining resilience that could help communities better prepare for hazards.