Concerns Rise Over Supercomputing Center Transition Amid Federal Changes
The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) is facing significant changes as the Trump administration moves to withdraw supercomputers from this crucial weather and climate research facility. The National Science Foundation has announced plans to transfer the supercomputing operations to an unknown third party, raising concerns about the future of atmospheric sciences and potential impacts on public safety. Experts warn that dismantling NCAR could endanger lives and adversely affect climate research, particularly in regions like Boulder. The uncertainty surrounding the new management of the NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center has left many questioning how these changes will affect ongoing climate initiatives.
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