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| Category | Text Publication |
| Reference Category | Journals |
| DOI | 10.5194/esd-17-687-2026 |
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| Title (Primary) | Interactive physical data cubes: A novel perspective for exploring Earth system dynamics |
| Author | Söchting, M.; Mahecha, M.D. |
| Source Titel | Earth System Dynamics |
| Year | 2026 |
| Department | iDiv; RS |
| Volume | 17 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Page From | 687 |
| Page To | 693 |
| Language | englisch |
| Topic | T5 Future Landscapes |
| Data and Software links | https://doi.org/10.24381/d58bbf47 https://doi.org/10.5194/esd-11-201-2020 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12699659 |
| Abstract | Earth system datasets continue to expand in size and complexity, making it increasingly difficult for non-experts to explore satellite observations and model outputs. We argue that new avenues for data exploration are needed to lower this barrier. Here we present the first interactive, touch-enabled physical data cube that allows users to explore any Earth system dataset intuitively across space, time, and variables. Exhibiting the physical data cube at a major conference showed that users could easily explore and identify patterns in atmospheric and land-surface data through direct physical interaction, demonstrating the system's potential for scientific discovery, education and public engagement. |
| Söchting, M., Mahecha, M.D. (2026): Interactive physical data cubes: A novel perspective for exploring Earth system dynamics Earth Syst. Dynam. 17 (3), 687 - 693 10.5194/esd-17-687-2026 |
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