Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) are massive bursts of plasma and magnetic fields from the Sun that can significantly disrupt space weather. When a CME reaches Earth, it can disturb the planet’s magnetosphere, triggering geomagnetic storms that affect satellites, GPS signals, radio communications, and power grids. These storms can also intensify auroras and increase radiation levels in space, posing risks to astronauts and spacecraft.
I collaborated with scientists and subject matter experts to translate complex research into a visual storytelling experience. The accordion format unfolds panel by panel, illustrating how a CME originates from the Sun, travels through space, and impacts life on Earth. Vibrant illustrations contrast against the darkness of space, creating an engaging and approachable way to communicate the science.
Created specifically for the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Conference, the booklet has since been used as an educational and promotional resource for both internal and external audiences at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory.
