School of Earth and Space Exploration

Volcanism has played a more extensive role in shaping the surface of Mercury than previously thought, according to imaging data gathered by the MESSENGER spacecraft.read more

An ASU designed mineral-scouting camera is pointing scientists toward an ancient Martian hydrothermal system like those in Yellowstone National Park.read more

Four graduate students from Arizona State University's School of Earth and Space Exploration were honored with Outstanding Student Paper Awards for their presentations at the 2007 American Geophysical Union Fall Meeting held in San Francisco. read more

A team of international scientists, including ASU associate professor Arial Anbar, have discovered that a deficiency of oxygen and the heavy metal molybdenum in the ancient deep ocean may have delayed the evolution of animal life for nearly 2 billion years.read more

Science instruction in Arizona's schools will benefit from a collaborative effort by ASU professors. read more

Associate professor Steve Desch is finding evidence that during the solar system’s early evolution, Uranus and Neptune may have switched places. read more

Two scientists from the School of Earth and Space Exploration and the Mary Lou Fulton College of Education are receiving national honors. read more

The annual Earth and Space Exploration Day offers museum tours, hands-on activities, experimental demonstrations and public lectures for kids ages 5 to 95.read more