An international workshop dedicated to the textual and visual representations of northern lights in the past and present was held at Panhard Pavillion... Arctic Portal News
An international workshop dedicated to the textual and visual representations of northern lights in the past and present was held at Panhard Pavillion... Arctic Frontiers 2025 - Beyond Borders
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The Arctic Frontiers 2025 program is set, featuring impactful sessions, science discussions, side events, and networking to shape the pan-Arctic fut... 
Winner of the prestigious High North Young Entrepreneur Award, Bodø-based CapiPro, is about to secure its first contract for sustainable fish feed pro... Latest News
- What is Greenland?
What is Greenland?
Do you know anything about Greenland, its environment, its people & culture, its governance or its resources? Do you know why Greenland is in the World News these days?To learn more about Greenland and Greenlanders study the Arctic Portal´s QUICK FACTS about Greenland[…] - Advances in Polar Science: New Editor in...
Advances in Polar Science: New Editor in Chief addresses the vision & commitments!
In December of 2024, two Co-Editors-in-Chief wrote an Editorial published on current issue (Vol. 35, No. 4) of Advances in Polar Science (APS), highlighting the journal’s increased emphasis on “Climate Change, Global Communication and Sharing” and its expanded vision and commitments in the[…] - EU-PolarNet 2 Launches Open Access Stake...
EU-PolarNet 2 Launches Open Access Stakeholder Engagement Portal
EU-PolarNet 2, a Horizon 2020 Coordination and Support Action project, has officially launched its open access Stakeholder Engagement Portal. The portal supports researchers in deciding which stakeholders and/or rights holders they should involve in the planning and implementation of research in the polar[…] - Advances in Polar Science: December 2024...
Advances in Polar Science: December 2024 Issue Released!
The peer-reviewed journal Advances in Polar Science (APS) has released its latest issue, Volume 35, Issue 4, in December 2024. This issue highlights critical topics, including the transformation of the Arctic economy, food safety in reindeer meat, synoptic variations in Arctic sea ice,[…] - Arctic Art and Culture - new issue publi...
Arctic Art and Culture - new issue published!
The Latest Issue of Arctic Art & Culture has been published – A Glimpse Into the Creative Heart of the Arctic. The popular science journal dedicated to the interdisciplinary blend of education, research, and artistic innovation in the Arctic, is now available. This unique[…] - Winter Traditions of Siberia’s Ind...
Winter Traditions of Siberia’s Indigenous Peoples: A Blend of Ancestral Rituals and Christian Influences
The vast, frozen expanse of Siberia is home to numerous indigenous groups, including the Nenets, Evenki, and Sakha (Yakuts). These communities have long celebrated the winter period with unique rituals and customs tied to their environment and spiritual beliefs. Over centuries, their traditions[…] - Inuit Christmas and New Year: Celebratin...
Inuit Christmas and New Year: Celebrating Quviasukvik and Winter Traditions
The Arctic winter is a season of magic and endurance for Inuit communities across Greenland, Canada, and Alaska. Far from the commercial hustle of many holiday traditions, Inuit celebrations of Christmas and New Year embody a deep connection with the land, community, and[…] - Sámi Christmas Traditions: Blendi...
Sámi Christmas Traditions: Blending Nature, Spirit, and Christian Influence
The Sámi people, Indigenous to the northern regions of Scandinavia, Finland, and parts of Russia, have long celebrated the winter season with unique customs and beliefs that reflect their deep connection to nature and the Arctic environment. While many Sámi traditions predate Christianity,[…] - Scandinavian Christmas Traditions: The N...
Scandinavian Christmas Traditions: The Nisse and Its Role as Farm Guardian and Christmas Helper
Scandinavia's holiday season would not be complete without the Nisse, a mythical household spirit steeped in rich folklore. Known as the "Nisse" in Norway and Denmark, the "Tomte" in Sweden, and the "Tonttu" in Finland, this figure is more than just a cheerful[…] - Win 50 000 NOK For Your Start-Up as the ...
Win 50 000 NOK For Your Start-Up as the High North Young Entrepreneur 2025!
Last year, a company from northern Norway won the prestigious award. Now the search begins for next year's finalists for the High North Young Entrepreneur award. Present your business idea to an international audience and compete for 50,000 NOK in funding! Deadline: February[…] - Who is the next High North Hero 2025?
Who is the next High North Hero 2025?
Nomination is open now!Nominate outstanding individuals or organizations making significant contributions to Arctic development.
Arctic Community
- Northern supply and economic security issues wi...
Northern supply and economic security issues will be discussed within the framework of the Safe Arctic 2025 Exercises
A round table “Northern supply and economic security issues” will be held on 30th January in Arkhangelsk in the framework of the Safe Arctic 2025 business program. The organizers of the round table are the Public Council of the Arctic Zone of the Ministry of the Russian Federation for[…] - ASSW 2025 Early-Bird Registration Deadline Appr...
ASSW 2025 Early-Bird Registration Deadline Approaching (31 January 2025)
Registration for ASSW 2025, which includes the Fourth International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV) Summit, is now open. The "Early Bird" registration is available until 31 January 2025 (23:59 MST). Reduced registration fees are also available for Indigenous participants and Early Career Researchers. The conference is planned in a hybrid formatoffering[…] - IASC Activity Report: MARAT: Marine Arctic Resi...
IASC Activity Report: MARAT: Marine Arctic Resilience, Adaptations and Transformations
In the face of rapid changes, Arctic coastal communities are navigating seascapes and landscapes marked by uncertainty, challenge, and opportunity. The MARAT-IASC workshop, held in Eastman near Montreal, Canada, in November 2024, brought together a team of researchers from different countries, disciplines, and career stages to advance research aimed to[…] - Meeting held with Marine Research Centre repres...
Meeting held with Marine Research Centre representatives
Today, on 27 January, a productive meeting was held with specialists of the Marine Research Centre of the Moscow State University named after M.V.Lomonosov Anita Dhar and Alexey Skorina. - JEAN MALAURIE GUEST LECTURE SERIES: "The B...
JEAN MALAURIE GUEST LECTURE SERIES: "The Blue Hour or The Mystic North"
Monique Durand a writer and journalist from Quebec/ Canada, memberof the Groupe de recherche sur l'écriture nord-côtière GRÉNOC, Cégep de Sept-Îles will give this lecture as a part of the Jean Malaurie guest lecture series at the Malaurie Institute of Arctic Research Monaco-UVSQ. - Arctic Dimensions | APECS side event at Arctic ...
Arctic Dimensions | APECS side event at Arctic Frontiers
Are you overwhelmed by the number of Arctic organizations and the relationships between them? Join us for Arctic Dimensions, a side event of Arctic Frontiers organized by the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS). This event will explore frameworks of Arctic governance and research coordination and will provide an opportunity[…] - Shortlist Announced for the 2025 IASC Medal
Shortlist Announced for the 2025 IASC Medal
We are delighted to announce the shortlist for the 2025 IASC Medal, awarded in recognition of exceptional and sustained contributions to the understanding of the Arctic. The winner of the 2025 IASC Medal is expected to be announced at the end of February. The IASC Medal recipient is expected to deliver an award lecture and[…] - New Delhi to host business and scientific forum...
New Delhi to host business and scientific forum on 20 March
The Business and Scientific Forum “Northern Forum-India: Uniting North and South for Sustainable Development” will be held in New Delhi at the Vivekananda International Foundation on 20 March, 2025. - Participate in the UK Polar Network open survey...
Participate in the UK Polar Network open survey or become a speaker at a seminar series
- Arctic PASSION Online Seminar & Dialogue &l...
Arctic PASSION Online Seminar & Dialogue “Integrated Fire Risk Management”
- International Workshop: "Aurora borealis -...
International Workshop: "Aurora borealis - observations, descriptions and visualisations"
An international workshop dedicated to the textual and visual representations of northern light in past and present, organised Junior Full Professor Joanna Kodzik (MIARC) together Per Pippin Aspaas, head of library research, (UiT, University of Tromsø - Arctic University of Norway), will be held at Pavillion Panhard UVSQ/ University Paris Saclay[…]
Announcements
- High North Dialogue 2025: Read The Preliminary ...
High North Dialogue 2025: Read The Preliminary Program
Registration just opened for the High North Dialogue 2025, taking place March 26-27 in Bodø, Norway. The preliminary program is now available, offering a glimpse into the engaging sessions and discussions planned for this year’s conference. Don’t miss this opportunity to join key stakeholders shaping the future of the Arctic!Here[…] - UArctic Member Bulletin for January 2025
UArctic Member Bulletin for January 2025
Season’s Greetings from the UArctic International Secretariat! We are excited to share this special January edition of the Member Bulletin, featuring the 2025 Letter from the President. Additionally, we would like to kindly remind you about the upcoming 2025 Assembly Meeting. Our regular Member Bulletin format will resume with February’s[…] - Register now for Davos 2025 events
Register now for Davos 2025 events
We have once again pitched our tents outside the Berghotel Schatzalp in Davos for the World Economic Forum 2025 for the eighth time. We are here to put science at the heart of the action and we will be speaking Science to Power with a vibrant line-up of high-level sessions[…] - Job opportunity: Officer of the European Polar ...
Job opportunity: Officer of the European Polar Coordination Office
Dear polar research community,We wish you a successful and fulfilling New Year 2025!We are excited to share that, with the start of the New Year, the EPB has started operating its new office located at the Arctic Centre, Umeå University, Sweden, which now hosts the European Polar Coordination Office (EPCO).In[…] - EU-Polarnet 2 Christmas newsletter - December 2024
EU-Polarnet 2 Christmas newsletter - December 2024
As we approach the festive season and the end of 2024, the EU-PolarNet team looks back with pride and gratitude on the achievements and milestones of our project. This Christmas newsletter also marks the final issue of EU-PolarNet, as we conclude nearly a decade of work dedicated to advancing European[…] - OPEN CALL: 8th International Symposium on Arcti...
OPEN CALL: 8th International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR-8) / Tokyo 2025
The Japan Consortium for Arctic Environmental Research (JCAR) is pleased to announce that the 8th International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR-8) will be held in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan, on October 28-31, 2025. This event will be held in an in-person format.The scientific program of ISAR-8 consists of Plenary, Regular, and[…] - True North: Your monthly connection to the Ted ...
True North: Your monthly connection to the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies - November 2024
Greetings,We’re thrilled to bring you the November issue of True North, highlighting the insights from the recent Anchorage Security and Defense Conference and more!ASDC 2024 explored critical topics such as geostrategic challenges in the Arctic, emerging threats, and opportunities for collaboration in this vital region. With engaging keynotes, expert panel[…] - Position Available: Deputy Secretary - Arctic M...
Position Available: Deputy Secretary - Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP)
Date13 November 2024Position AvailableDeputy SecretaryArctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP)Tromsø, NorwayApplication deadline: 24 November 2024For more information, go to:https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/270439/deputy-secretary-…The Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP) invites applications for a Deputy Secretary. This permanent, full-time position will be located in Tromsø, Norway.Responsibilities include:Supporting the implementation of the AMAP multi-year work-plan by[…] - FACE Newsletter - November 2024
FACE Newsletter - November 2024
Successful Completion of Zhong Shan Da Xue Ji Di’s 2024 Arctic VoyageZhong Shan Da Xue Ji Di has successfully completed its 2024 Arctic Voyage (FACE2024) Led by Sun Yat-sen University, the voyage departed from Guangzhou on July 26 and returned on October 7, covering a total duration of 74 days[…] - We're Hiring - Arctic Program Manager
We're Hiring - Arctic Program Manager
TitleArctic Program Manager PurposeLead development of the Institute’s Arctic Program and manage its various projects.About the InstituteThe Institute of the North is an independent, non-partisan think tank, based in Anchorage Alaska. We believe that the world’s resources should go to benefit local people. To that end, we conduct research, engage citizens[…] - ICARP IV webinar series coming up
ICARP IV webinar series coming up
Join us for ICARP IV webinar series introducing 7 Research Priority Teams (RPTs) taking place in September and October 2024. RPTs will work with the input provided through the ICARP IV Community Engagement process to:Define the knowledge gaps and research priorities for the next decade for their topic area based[…]
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