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Explosive Event: South Pole Telescope Eyes Birth of First Massive Galaxies
Explosive Event: South Pole Telescope Eyes Birth of First Massive Galaxies

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National Science Foundation Realignment Plans (Press Statement 12-002)
National Science Foundation Realignment Plans (Press Statement 12-002)
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USAP Deployment Forms Updated
USAP Deployment Forms Updated
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NSF Charters Icebreaker to Support U.S. Research Stations in Antarctica
NSF Charters Icebreaker to Support U.S. Research Stations in Antarctica
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2012 Midwinter's Day Greetings from the United States Antarctic Stations
2012 Midwinter's Day Greetings from the United States Antarctic Stations
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Research Vessel Icebreaker Nathaniel B. Palmer (NBP) Charter Extended
Research Vessel Icebreaker Nathaniel B. Palmer (NBP) Charter Extended
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Antarctic Support Contractor Seeks Qualified Job Applicants
Antarctic Support Contractor Seeks Qualified Job Applicants
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Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station

The National Science Foundation marks a century of scientific exploration in Antarctica with an update to its award-winning website: "U.S. South Pole Station: Supporting Science."

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