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    Thwaites Glacier May Contribute Significantly to Antarctic Ice Loss by 2067

    Thwaites Glacier May Contribute Significantly to Antarctic Ice Loss by 2067

    Research indicates that Thwaites Glacier could shed ice at a rate comparable to the entire Antarctic ice sheet, raising concerns about future sea level rise.

    Phys.org·March 15, 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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