Thin sections of portraits of Benjamin Franklin, Benjamin Banneker, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Eunice Newton Foote lined up next to each other.
5 citizen scientists of the 18th and 19th centuries
A look at some of America’s earliest citizen scientists
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Spring into science
A Science on a Sphere dataset showing ocean gyres and marine debris data. (Image credit: NOAA Science on a Sphere)
Marine debris: What it is, where it comes from and how it impacts our world
5 citizen scientists of the 18th and 19th centuries
A look at some of America’s earliest citizen scientists
Spring into science
April is #EarthMonth and #CitizenScience Month!
How is NOAA addressing climate change, extreme weather, pollution and more? And how can you make a difference? Explore our Earth Day portal to find out! Be sure to check back throughout the month of April for the latest news, features and Earth Month content.
Features across NOAA
Delve far below the surface with these creatures of the deep
Discover how deep-sea creatures survive in cold, dark habitats, and the tools and technology NOAA uses to study them.
Can whales store carbon?
Yes! Whales can store carbon in their bodies and transport nutrients that benefit ocean food chains.
Seeing is believing: NOAA brings storm surge to virtual reality
This new product will show you why coastal evacuation orders are so important during storms, and how to prepare for storm surge impacts.
For teachers and students
March 27, 2012 – NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer conducts operations in the northern Gulf of Mexico.
Educating the educators: Training from NOAA Ocean Exploration
For teachers only! Explore professional development opportunities from NOAA Ocean Exploration.
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Earth Day art to color, download and share
Show your love for the planet with coloring pages, posters, and graphics for Earth Day.
Deep sea discoveries, fish school and more: Watch our Earth Day video collection!
From "Trash Talk" to a coral comeback, enjoy our Earth Day-themed videos.
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