Cosmic Showers: How Particle Space Weather Changes Planets

Learn about the impact of particle space weather on planetary evolution in this 35-minute lecture by Dr. David Brain from the University of Colorado, Boulder. Explore the concept of cosmic showers and their role in shaping planets as part of the Keck Institute for Space Studies short course "Extrasolar Space Weather: The Hidden Hand in Exoplanet Evolution." Gain insights into the fascinating interplay between cosmic particles and planetary atmospheres, and discover how this phenomenon influences the development of worlds beyond our solar system.