Researchers race to measure and predict the Greenland ice sheet's seaward slide.
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A Suite of Software Analyzes Data on the Sphere
The software improves data analysis over small portions of a spherical planetary surface. Among other applications, it has helped track Greenland's ice loss over time.
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Caterpillar-Like Motion of the Greenland Ice Sheet
New measurements made in Greenland’s ice sheet show ice deformation in a caterpillar-like flow.
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Human Actions Affect Greenland Ice Sheet Surface Mass Balance
Scientists address human-driven trends in the Greenland Ice Sheet surface mass balance.
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Greenland Premier Calls for Balanced Development of Natural Resources
With Greenland confronting environmental and economic challenges, Premier Aleqa Hammond has called for developing natural resources while protecting the environment and dealing with climate change.
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Drifters Track the Fate of Greenland Ice Sheet Meltwater
Using satellite-tracked devices that can withstand multiple collisions with ice blocks, scientists can now track water as it melts and swirls through fjords.