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How We Can Still Use Natural Ice Rinks, Even when It's Above Zero

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How can we save the Dutch skating tradition now that our winters are getting warmer? Surprisingly, the answer can be found on bridges and viaducts: even when it's not freezing, they're often incredibly slippery. Earth scientist Mark van der Meijde of the University of Twente is drawing inspiration from these unexpected places to make natural ice melt faster. Want to learn more about science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl.
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How can we save the Dutch skating tradition now that our winters are getting warmer? Surprisingly, the answer can be found on bridges and viaducts: even when it's not freezing, they're often incredibly slippery. Earth scientist Mark van der Meijde of the University of Twente is drawing inspiration from these unexpected places to make natural ice melt faster. Want to learn more about science? Read the latest articles on Scientias.nl.

·Middelharnis, Netherlands
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scientias.nl broke the news in Middelharnis, Netherlands on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
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