Faculae, spots, flares – solar research at ETH Zurich
Discover more about solar research at ETH Zurich in the new Explora story.
The sun triggers positive feelings in us. It is a reliable source of light and warmth without which no life on earth would be possible. Yet the sun also has its moody and dangerous sides. Solar storms can damage satellites, cause communication systems to collapse and paralyse power grids, among other things. The climate is also influenced by solar activity.
Centuries-old date series documenting the number of sunspots contribute to insights into climate development. Would you like to know how?
Discover more about solar research at ETH Zurich in the new Explora story.
New: “Yearning for the world” now also available in audio or to download
It is said that all rivers flow to the sea. Although some considerable distance separates Switzerland from the seas, they were, and remain, a source of inspiration for writers and explorers alike. They stimulated tourism and incited engineers to develop visionary ideas. Let us whisk you away to the sea - why not have a listen right now?
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