Name: The science behind a climate headline
Uploaded: 2009-11-10T09:02:00Z
Duration: 3 min 56 s
Description: In 4 minutes, atmospheric chemist Rachel Pike provides a glimpse of the massive scientific effort behind the bold headlines on climate change, with her team -- one of thousands who contributed -- taking a risky flight over the rainforest in pursuit of data on a key molecule.

In 4 minutes, atmospheric chemist Rachel Pike provides a glimpse of the massive scientific effort behind the bold headlines on climate change, with her team -- one of thousands who contributed -- taking a risky flight over the rainforest in pursuit of data on a key molecule.

Rachel Pike: The science behind a climate headline

The science behind a climate headline

A dive into atmospheric science reveals a global effort of over 1,000 scientists, aiming to demystify the climate's complexities.

Exploring the molecule isoprene, key to understanding our atmosphere, shows the lengths scientists go, from smog chambers to airborne labs.

The intricate dance of science and policy is choreographed through summaries for non-scientists, shaping climate dialogue and action.