Using deep learning to image the Earth’s planetary boundary layer
Lincoln Laboratory researchers are using AI to get a better picture of the atmospheric layer closest to Earth's surface. Their techniques could improve weather and drought prediction.
Haley Wahl | MIT Lincoln Laboratory •
mit
yesterday • ~7 min
yesterday • ~7 min
Billions of cicadas are about to emerge from underground in a rare double-brood convergence
The last time that these two groups of cicadas emerged from underground together, Thomas Jefferson was president.
Chris Simon, Senior Research Scientist of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Connecticut •
conversation
yesterday • ~11 min
yesterday • ~11 min
More climate-warming methane leaks into the atmosphere than ever gets reported – here’s how satellites can find the leaks and avoid wasting a valuable resource
Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that can leak from oil and gas wells, pipelines and landfills. Satellites can spot the releases fast enough to get them fixed and help protect the climate.
Riley Duren, Research Scientist, University of Arizona •
conversation
April 16, 2024 • ~9 min
April 16, 2024 • ~9 min
The South’s aging water infrastructure is getting pounded by climate change – fixing it is also a struggle
Extreme downpours and droughts, both fueled by rising global temperatures, are taking a toll on water infrastructure. Communities trying to manage the threats face three big challenges.
Megan E. Heim LaFrombois, Associate Professor of Political Science; Director of Master of Community Planning Program, Auburn University •
conversation
April 12, 2024 • ~9 min
April 12, 2024 • ~9 min
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