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The findings emerged from analyses led by Flatiron Institute astrophysicists using measurements made by LIGO.
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Exploring one of the greatest discoveries of modern astronomy — that our universe is expanding — and the new questions it raises about how the cosmos works.
Neuroscientists from 22 labs joined forces in an unprecedented international partnership to produce a landmark achievement: a neural map that shows activity across the entire brain during decision-making.
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