History and dynamics of the Greenland Ice Sheet
Beáta Csathó looks at the history of the Greenland Ice Sheet, how scientists observe it form space, and the ice flow dynamics of important glaciers in Greenland.
Beáta Csathó looks at the history of the Greenland Ice Sheet, how scientists observe it form space, and the ice flow dynamics of important glaciers in Greenland.
Igor Krupnik reflects on the contribution of social sciences to the International Polar Year (IPY) 2007-2008. He sees social scientists as an important link between local populations and natural scientists.
Igor Krupnick from the Smithsonian Institute discusses the role of the social sciences during the International Polar Year (IPY) 2007-2008 and promoting reciprocity between researchers and indigenous Arctic communities.
Angelika Humbert offers some insight into the collapse of the ice bridge between Charcot and Latady Islands on the Wilkins Ice Shelf on April 1st, 2009.
Professor Mayewski from the University of Maine answers questions about the difference between natural and human induced climate change, as well as about the potential severity of the human impact on global climate.
Professor Mayewski answers questions about two of the most significant projects he has worked on in the Polar Regions: The Greenland Ice Sheet (GISP 2) project and the ongoing International Trans Antarctic Expedition (ITASE).
Dr. David Carlson, Director of the IPY International Programme Office (IPO), discusses the International Polar Year 2007-2008, its achievements, its limitations and its legacies.
SciencePoles puts the State of Polar Research report into perspective as the IPF draws to a close.
Shulamit Gordon discusses the Latitudinal Gradient Project, which is looking at terrestrial, marine and freshwater ecosystems in the Ross Sea Region in Antarctica.
How will terrestrial and marine ecosystems in Antarctica change in the future as the climate changes? The Latitudinal Gradient Project (LGP) seeks answers.
Jean de Pomereu reports on the completion of China's new Kunlun Station.
APECS director Jenny Baeseman discusses the origins of the Association for Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS) and its key part in the IPY's legacy.