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Curling and the Science of Slippery Ice
Filed: Feb 20, 2026 at 11:38 AM ET
Summary: Scientists explore theories on ice's slipperiness through curling, aiding Olympians in their quest for gold.
WHO: Judson Jones and Joel Eastwood
WHAT: Investigating the science behind ice's slipperiness
WHEN: Feb 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: To help Olympians achieve gold medals
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