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Researchers Speed up Simulations With Smarter Data Approach
A team at Stanford has shown that using fewer, higher-quality data points can speed up complex simulations.
Assessing the Global Climate in May 2025
Near-record warm May and March–May for the globe; below-average sea ice extent across both poles.
Environmental Engineer Studying Ohio River Pollution
Karen Noda Morishita is using analytic chemistry to quantify organic contaminants.
Window-Sized Device Taps the Air for Safe Drinking Water
MIT engineers developed an atmospheric water harvester that produces fresh water anywhere — even Death Valley, California.
Microplastics in Texas Bays Are Being Swept Out to Sea
From tiny pellets to creepy wave-battered baby dolls, the Texas coast is a notable hot spot for plastic debris.