2024

Rashtriya Raksha University Opens Admissions

Mon, Apr 29, 2024

Rashtriya Raksha University announces open admissions for various undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Postdoctoral Position Available: Remote Sensing/Sea Ice, University of Victoria

Mon, Apr 29, 2024

The University of Victoria invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher with expertise in sea ice geophysics and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) remote sensing. This fully-funded, full-time position will be for one-year, renewable for another year subject to performance, and will be located in Victoria, British Columbia,...

Webinar Announcement: Promoting Waste Management for Sustainable Arctic Cities, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs

Fri, Apr 26, 2024

The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard's Kennedy School announces their upcoming webinar, titled Promoting Waste Management for Sustainable Arctic Cities. This one-hour webinar will take place tomorrow, 26 April 204 at 8:00 a.m. AKDT/12:00 p.m. EDT.

Two Webinar Announcements Protecting Foundations of Critical Infrastructure in Permafrost Regions and Maps with a Message

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The Permafrost Discovery Gateway (PDG) announces two upcoming webinars in their monthly series. The first webinar, Protecting Foundations of Critical Infrastructure in Permafrost Regions, will feature Natalie Wagner (USDA) and take place Thursday, 25 April 2024 at 9:00 a.m. AKDT. The second webinar will feature Greg Fiske (Wo...

ARCUS Announces Transition in Leadership

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The Board of Directors of the Arctic Research Consortium of the United States (ARCUS) announces a leadership transition within the organization. Helen Wiggins, the current Executive Director, will step down from her position as of 1 May 2024 and Audrey Taylor, PhD, will succeed her as Interim Executive Director.

Arctic University Museum of Norway launches digital portal to zoological and botanical collections

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Main building of the Arctic University Museum of Norway

The Arctic University Museum of Norway proudly announces the launching of a new digital platform, which offers access to its unique zoological and botanical collections from Northern Norway and the world. This website welcomes researchers, educators, students, and nature enthusiasts worldwide to explore the rich biodiversity...

Publications Available: Terrestrial Hydrology and Climate Change

Wed, Apr 24, 2024

Michael A. Rawlins at the University of Massachusetts and his co-authors announced the publication of several articles related to Arctic hydrology and climate warming.

UArctic at Arctic Encounter 2024

Wed, Apr 24, 2024

UArctic and the UArctic Foundation (US) were a proud sponsor of the 2024 Arctic Encounter Symposium in Anchorage, Alaska, 10-12 April.

Call for Films: 8th Annual International Polar Film Festival

Tue, Apr 23, 2024

In conjunction with APECS International Polar Week, the US Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (USAPECS) is hosting the eighth annual International Polar Film Festival in September 2024.

Registration Available: AKTEMP Freshwater Temperature Training

Tue, Apr 23, 2024

Organizers invite registration for the AKTEMP Freshwater Temperature Training. This training workshop will take place 21-22 May 2024 in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Call for Applications: Arctic Academy for Sustainability 2024

Mon, Apr 22, 2024

Lectures at the Arctic Centre, University of Lapland, Finland. Arctic Academy 2022.

The UArctic Thematic Network on Arctic Sustainable Resources and Social Responsibility is pleased to announce the third Arctic Academy for Sustainability, a cutting-edge initiative incorporating a travelling interdisciplinary program that will be held in St. John’s and Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, Octobe...

Witnessing Climate Change film project in New York and Los Angeles

Mon, Apr 22, 2024

The UArctic Thematic Network on Arctic Indigenous Film, led by Liisa Holmberg of the Arctic Indigenous Film Fund and the International Sámi Film Institute, is on a tour in the US, sharing the Witnessing Climate Change project with audiences in New York City and Los Angeles.

Next-Generation Science Diplomat Committee

Mon, Apr 22, 2024

The UArctic Thematic Network on Science Diplomacy has created a Next-Generation Science Diplomat Committee. Primary activities of the Committee will involve education, research, publication, outreach and events.

Apply for Science Diplomacy Internship

Mon, Apr 22, 2024

The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) is currently accepting applications for its autumn 2024 science diplomacy internship.

Organizing public relations visits in Northern Finland – Shedding light on organizations’ practices that make or brake the visit

Mon, Apr 22, 2024

Heli Rantapelkonen, a geographer and a graduate of the master’s degree programme in Northern Tourism, wanted to contribute to the promotion of sustainable tourism. Read about her master's thesis on public relations visits in Northern Finland.