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Unlocking Earthquake Prediction: The Promise of Machine Learning in Earth Science
Earthquake prediction has long been regarded as the ultimate challenge in Earth Science. The prospect of accurately forecasting when and where a quake might strike could save countless lives and mitigate widespread destruction. As one expert candidly remarked, "If there's ever going to be a Nobel Prize given in geology, it will be to the person who figures out how to predict earthquakes." Despite the emotional weight and historical skepticism surrounding this endeavor, recent advances in machine learning are shining a new light on the possibilities.