UArctic - University of the Arctic

First mapping of permafrost university education in the Nordics

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

The UArctic Thematic Network on Permafrost created the first ever mapping of permafrost higher education in universities in the Nordic countries.

Funding Opportunity: World Wildlife Fund (WWF)'s Arctic Community Wildlife Grants Program

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is now accepting applications for its Community Wildlife Grands program.

Professor Position Available: Climate Science - Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

The Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research (INSTAAR) at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a professor in climate-related extreme events and hazards, and their environmental impacts. This permanent position will be located in Boulder, Colorado.

AGU Ethical Framework Principles for Climate Intervention Research published

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

The framework provides guidance for ensuring responsible research, climate justice, inclusive public participation, transparency, and informed governance.

Open seminar: Science Diplomacy in the Arctic: Addressing the Climate Crisis with Urgent & Ethical Action

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

An upcoming seminar at the University of Lapland on December 12 asks, "The importance of science Diplomacy grows as the environmental crisis intensifies. What should Academia do to address the climate crisis with urgent and ethical actions?"

Thematic Network on Arctic Law at the NORSIL Seminar in Luleå

Wed, Nov 13, 2024

The UArctic Thematic Network on Arctic Law at the NORSIL Seminar in Luleå, Sweden, November 5-6, 2024.

Student Report from Arctic Circle Assembly 2024: Sarah Newton

Tue, Nov 12, 2024

Sarah Newton, of Yukon University, shares thoughts on a visit to the Arctic Circle Assembly 2024 in Reykjavik, Iceland.

Webinar announcement: Arctic Research Implementation Plan 2025-2026 Launch

Mon, Nov 11, 2024

The Interagency Arctic Research Policy Committee (IARPC) announces their next IARPC Public Webinar Series event focusing on the launch of the Arctic Research Implementation Plan 2025-2026. This webinar will take place December 5 2024, 9:00-10:00 a.m. AKST.

Registration available: Toolik Field Station all Scientists Meeting: Celebrating 50 years of Toolik Research

Fri, Nov 08, 2024

Organizers invite registration for the Toolik Field Station (TFS) All Scientists Meeting: Celebrating 50 Years of Toolik Research (ASM50). This hybrid event will take place 16-18 January 2025 in Santa Barbara, California and online.

Calling Nordic Youth: Be Part of the Arctic Encounter 2025!

Fri, Nov 08, 2024

Are you a student aged 18 to 26 and from one of the Nordic countries with a passion for sustainability, culture, and global collaboration? Apply now for a unique travel grant and join the Arctic conversation in Anchorage, Alaska in spring 2025!

Position Available: Engagement Coordinator for the Interagency Arctic Research Policy Committee (IARPC)

Fri, Nov 08, 2024

The Interagency Arctic Research Policy Committee (IARPC) invites applications for an Engagement Coordinator. This full-time position will work remotely. Application deadline: November 15, 2024.

Registration available: Polar Early Career World Summit

Fri, Nov 08, 2024

The Polar Science Early Career Community Office (PSECCO) and the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS) invite registration for the Polar Early Career World Summit (PECWS). This meeting will take place 22-24 March 2025 in Boulder, Colorado.

Webinar announcement: Trans Alaska Pipeline Lost Creek Thermal Improvements Project

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The U.S. Permafrost Association (USPA) announces their upcoming webinar, Trans Alaska Pipeline Lost Creek Thermal Improvements Project. This USPA Technical Training Webinar Series event will take place 20 November 2024, 9:00-10:00 a.m. AKT (1:00-2:00 p.m. ET).

Professor Position Available: Arctic Sustainability Science at the University of Lapland

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The Arctic Centre at the University of Lapland invites applications for a professor/associate professor in Arctic Sustainability Science. This tenure-track position will be located in Rovaniemi, Finland. Application deadline: November 30, 2024.

Exploring the Hidden Complexity of Northern Lakes: Insights from Food Web Research

Wed, Nov 06, 2024

With a presentation on the impacts of environmental drivers and human stressors on cold-water lake food webs, Henna Kangosjärvi from the University of Jyväskylä won the audience prize at this year's My Northern Project competition.