Major Discoveries as NASA's Parker Solar Probe Closes in on the Sun

Explore groundbreaking discoveries from NASA's Parker Solar Probe mission in this press conference from the American Geophysical Union's 2021 Fall Meeting. Learn about the spacecraft's latest close-up observations of the Sun, providing unprecedented insights into our star's mysteries. Hear from a panel of leading scientists as they unveil major findings, including a significant announcement, that are helping to answer fundamental questions about solar physics. Discover how the mission is revolutionizing our understanding of the Sun through discussions on white light images, alpha waves, and the alpha critical surface. Gain insights into the data download challenges faced by the team and the innovative solutions employed to overcome them.