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    Groundbreaking Study Measures How Birds Emit Heat into Space Through Feather Reflectance

    Groundbreaking Study Measures How Birds Emit Heat into Space Through Feather Reflectance

    A new interdisciplinary study reveals the previously unexamined mid-infrared reflectance of bird feathers, shedding light on their thermal adaptations in response to climate change.

    Phys.org·March 22, 2026

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    AI turns electron microscopy into materials insights in minutes

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    A new AI platform, EMSeek, developed at Cornell University, revolutionizes electron microscopy by analyzing images and generating materials insights in just minutes. This autonomous system can identify features, determine crystal structures, and predict material properties, achieving speeds up to 50 times faster than traditional methods. The platform emphasizes scientific rigor, ensuring results are reproducible and transparent.

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    NASA Data Hackathon Inspires Community Engagement and Innovation

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    The recent NASA Data Hackathon at the University of Florida brought together students, researchers, and community members to leverage data for environmental science and public health initiatives.

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    NASA’s Hubble and Webb Telescopes Collaborate to Study Pinwheel Galaxy

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    The Hubble Space Telescope and the James Webb Space Telescope have teamed up to capture detailed observations of the Pinwheel Galaxy, advancing our understanding of galactic structures.

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    UN Issues Climate Warning as El Niño Approaches

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    The World Meteorological Organization highlights unprecedented climate challenges and urges a shift to renewable energy.

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    Alaska Glaciers Experience Extended Melting Due to Climate Change

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    Recent research utilizing satellite radar technology reveals that Alaska's glaciers are melting for an additional three weeks for every 1°C increase in summer temperatures, highlighting the impact of climate change.

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