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Study Provides Detailed Analysis of North American Climate Trends, Predicting Intensifying Extremes

Researchers from The Ohio State University, led by former Byrd Center member Kyungmin Sung, now a research fellow at the Korea Environment Institute, examined how droughts and rainfall extremes…

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Viral Secrets from Glacial Ice Reveal Climate Adaptations

Researchers at The Ohio State University have made a significant discovery in understanding how viruses preserved in glacial ice have adapted to Earth's climatic changes. The study, led by Byrd…

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The Role of Global Warming in Antarctic Earth Uplift and Future Sea Level Rise

New research reveals how the structure of the Earth beneath Antarctica could significantly influence future global sea levels under different climate scenarios. The study, led by Associate…

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The End of an Era: The JOIDES Resolution Embarks on Its Final Expedition

The scientific community is bidding farewell to the JOIDES Resolution, a storied ocean drilling vessel that has significantly advanced our understanding of Earth's geological and climatic history…

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Celebrating Byrd Center Members Receiving Recognitions

The Byrd Center proudly celebrates the achievements of several of its members who have received notable honors in their respective fields. These recognitions highlight their dedication to research…

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Record-Breaking Research Expenditures Propel The Ohio State University to New Heights in Innovation and Impact

In fiscal year 2023, The Ohio State University set a new record in its annual research and development expenditures, reaching $1.449 billion, marking a 6% increase from the previous fiscal year's…

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Professor Tom Darrah Leads Koloma in Pioneering Sustainable Hydrogen Extraction Technology

Koloma, an innovative startup, is revolutionizing the clean energy sector by focusing on the extraction of low-carbon hydrogen from natural underground deposits. At the heart of this venture is…

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The Undergraduate Student Government Advocates for Significant Investment in Byrd Center's Ice Core Facility Renovation

According to The Lantern, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) adopted a resolution last Wednesday, urging The Ohio State University to fund crucial renovations at the Byrd Center's Ice Core…

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Revolutionizing River Research: How the SWOT Mission is Transforming Global Hydrology

In the world of hydrologic science, a new chapter is being written with the advent of the Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission. This groundbreaking initiative, born from the…