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Michael Dunne: Antarctic ice is a perfect medium to study events over amazingly long periods of time. Unlike our seasonal freezes and thaws, the deep cold of the polar regions locks molecules in place for millions of years. That condition has led Oregon State University researchers to sample the Antarctic ice and discover carbon molecules far older than previously found. Today on the show, you’ll hear from the lead researcher about how this discovery is changing our understanding of global warming. Then, in the second part of the show, we talk with our reporter about two exciting developments in Corvallis: one to help those living unhoused, and one offering low-cost mental health services. Julia Marks-Peterson, a doctoral student at Oregon State University, Julia, thanks so much for coming on.
Julia Marks-Peterson: Oh, it’s so great to be here…