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High North Young Entrepreneur Contest
High North Young Entrepreneur Contest
High North Center for Business and Governance has opened the nomination to the High North Young Entrepreneur Award 2024! -
Arctic Science Summit Week 2024 in Edinb...
Arctic Science Summit Week 2024 in Edinburgh on 21-29 March 2024
The Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) 2024 starts tomorrow, Thursday March 21 st in Edinburgh in Scotland. The ASSW is organised annually by the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) to provide opportunities for coordination, cooperation and collaboration between the various scientific organisations involved[…] -
Rauðasandur in Iceland on Lonely Pla...
Rauðasandur in Iceland on Lonely Planets list of World´s best beaches
Rauðasandur (Red Sand), nestled in the Westfjords of Iceland, is recognized as one of the finest beaches worldwide, by the known travel guide Lonely Planet. This secluded gem is graced on Europe's and the world's best beaches lists. -
Reindeer Hunting Quotas Reduced in Iceland
Reindeer Hunting Quotas Reduced in Iceland
In Iceland, the reindeer hunting quota for this year has been set at 800, a decrease from previous years, with a significant drop since 2019 when issued hunting licenses were for about 1450 animals. This year's increase in hunting license prices has not[…] -
Sweden joins NATO officially!
Sweden joins NATO officially!
Today marks a significant turning point for Sweden as it officially joins the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), becoming the 32nd member of the alliance. -
International Women´s Day - &lsquo...
International Women´s Day - ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress’
Today, March 8, marks the celebration of International Women's Day, a tradition that spans over a century. This year's theme, 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress,' underscores the vital call to action. On this significant occasion, the United Nations (UN Women) emphasizes the imperative[…] -
Arctic Council Progresses in Restarting ...
Arctic Council Progresses in Restarting Project-Level Work
On 28 February 2024, it was announced by the Arctic Council secretariat that a consensus was reached for the gradual resumption of official Working Group meetings in a virtual format. -
"Ice Bed" - a photograph of a ...
"Ice Bed" - a photograph of a sleeping polar bear has captivated the world
British hobby photographer Nima Sarikhani secured the top spot in the 'People's Choice Award' category of the 'Wildlife Photographer of the Year' competition earlier this month. His winning shot, titled "Ice Bed," was taken during his expedition around Norway´s Svalbard archipelago and features[…] -
Save the date! The 9th CNARC Symposium h...
Save the date! The 9th CNARC Symposium held Oct 2024
SAVE THE DATE! - the 9th China – Nordic Arctic Cooperation (CNARC) Symposium will be held from 13 to 16 October 2024 in Iceland. -
Increased chance of eruption in Iceland ...
Increased chance of eruption in Iceland the next few days - again!
Increased risk level in updated risk assessment Updated news from the Icelandic Met Office February 26 at 16:10 -
Iceland and the United States begin coop...
Iceland and the United States begin cooperation in the field of energy and climate issues
Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson, Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate, and Jennifer M. Granholm , the United States' Secretary of Energy, Friday, February 16th in Harpa announced the new cooperation between Iceland and the United States in the field of energy and climate.
Arctic Community
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XII International Festival of Cinematic Debuts “Spi...
XII International Festival of Cinematic Debuts “Spirit of Fire” ended
XII International Festival of Cinematic Debuts “Spirit of Fire” ended. Once again, under the leadership of festival president Emir Kusturica, thanks to general partner Gazprom Neft, general media partner Gazprom-Media, and communications partner Roscongress Foundation, professionals, experts, art connoisseurs and film lovers met in Yugra. -
IASC 2024 Bulletin
IASC 2024 Bulletin
At the IASC Council Meeting during ASSW2024 in Edinburgh, IASC released its 2024 Bulletin, reporting on the IASC-supported activities over the past years. In it, the five IASC Working Groups (Atmosphere, Cryosphere, Marine, Social & Human, Terrestrial) share exciting scientific highlights of their international and interdisciplinary work, and IASC leadership and Fellows share their perspectives on working with IASC. -
New website for NOMAD Indigenous FoodLab
New website for NOMAD Indigenous FoodLab
Welcome to the new web-site for the NOMAD Indigenous FoodLab! -
NOMAD FoodLab presented dishes with reindeer meat at BOCu...
NOMAD FoodLab presented dishes with reindeer meat at BOCuse dOr Europe
From 19 to 20 of March 2024 the chef team from NOMAD Indigenous FoodLab were cooking for Bocuse dOr Europe in Trondheim. -
The call for applications for participation in the specia...
The call for applications for participation in the special nomination of the International Organization of Northern Regions “Northern Forum” has ended
On March 20, 2024, the acceptance of applications for participation in the special nomination of the International Organization of Northern Regions “Northern Forum” during the XXII International Festival of Cinematic Debuts “Spirit of Fire” ended. -
New Book: Representations of the West Nordic Isles: Green...
New Book: Representations of the West Nordic Isles: Greenland – Iceland – Faroe Island
Jan Borm (MIARC) and Joanna Kodzik (MIARC) together with Axel E. Walter, Director of Library in Eutin (Germany) published a collective volume with articles written by researchers from France, Germany, Iceland, Faroe Islands, Norway and Poland dedicated to the Representations of the West Nordic Isles : Greenland – Iceland – Faroe Islands. -
Jan Borm: “Jean Malaurie was a convinced humanist&r...
Jan Borm: “Jean Malaurie was a convinced humanist” – interview in Monaco Hebdo
An interview by Raphaël Brun with Jan Borm, Vice-President in charge of international relations at the University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (UVSQ) and director of MIARC about Jean Malaurie's personal itinerary and scientific career as well as his legacy to research in the future has been published in Monaco Hebdo, March 12, 2024. -
New Project: "Science Diplomacy in France and Turkey...
New Project: "Science Diplomacy in France and Turkey: A New Prospect for Cooperation", Franco-Turkish Partnership Hubert Curien.
The new project on science diplomacy in France and Turkey funded within the Bosphore Programme 2024 will be coordinated by Eda Ayaydin (MIARC). The main goal is to establish science diplomacy ties between a group of French and Turkish scientists by using examples from the Arctic. -
The Northern Forum Secretariat Holds Meeting with the And...
The Northern Forum Secretariat Holds Meeting with the Andrey Melnichenko Foundation Representatives
On March 18, Northern Forum Executive Director Vladimir Vasilyev and Deputy Executive Director Daryana Maximova met with Yulia Maloivan, Head of Event Projects of the Andrey Melnichenko Foundation, and Vladimir Chesnokov, Creative Director of the Foundation. -
Arctic Youth Dialogue: call for participants
Arctic Youth Dialogue: call for participants
Are you passionate about the Arctic and its unique challenges and opportunities? Do you want to engage in meaningful discussions with fellow youth from across Europe and the Arctic? If so, we invite you to apply for the Arctic Youth Dialogue held in Brussels on May 11-15, 2024! -
NOMAD FoodLab at Bocuse dOr Europe next week
NOMAD FoodLab at Bocuse dOr Europe next week
NOMAD Indigenous FoodLab will bring Sámi and Evenki traditional chefs to Bocuse dOr Europe in Trondheim, with young professional chefs from Denmark who will join the team this year. NOMAD FoodLab chefs will present menu based on reindeer meat and Arctic berries
Announcements
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True North monthly bulletin for March 2024
True North monthly bulletin for March 2024
Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies Monthly Bulletin - March 2024 NATO’s welcome enlargement in the North The ceremonial raising of Sweden’s flag at NATO Headquarters March 11 marked the culmination of a dramatic two-year process. Sweden’s and Finland’s accessions bring all Arctic states minus Russia into the Alliance and boost deterrence[…] -
Arctic Energy Office newsletter March 2024
Arctic Energy Office newsletter March 2024
Three Alaska Tribal Villages Selected for TA Three Native Villages in Alaska are now part of Communities LEAP, a DOE program with our National Labs and energy experts sharing technical assistance for clean-energy economic development efforts. Congratulations to the Native Village of Eklutna, the Native Village of Kongiganak, and the Native Village of Tyonek[…] -
Webinar: A New Threat to Women in Politics: Online ...
Webinar: A New Threat to Women in Politics: Online Gender-Based Violence
When: Wednesday, March 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET Where: online event In the last decade, women’s participation in public life has increased despite continued challenges to achieve gender parity. New technologies have transformed the way societies engage, creating opportunities to reach a greater number of people and increasing access to information.[…] -
Arctic Shipping Summit 2024 - Charting a greener co...
Arctic Shipping Summit 2024 - Charting a greener course
ACI's 18th Arctic Shipping Summit will be taking place on the 6th and 7th November 2024 in Montreal, Canada. The conference will continue to give updates on shipping in the Arctic such as policies and regulations, technological developments and infrastructure. The forum will also bring up important topics like sustainable shipping practices and measures[…] -
IACN Newsletter for March 2024
IACN Newsletter for March 2024
Arctic Congress 2024 The Arctic Congress Bodø 2024 will be a unique event that combines the International Congress of Arctic Social Sciences (ICASS) XI, UArctic Congress 2024, and High North Dialogue 2024. The congress takes place from 29 May to 3 June 2024 in Bodø, Norway, hosted by Nordland Research Institute and NORD University.[…] -
Reminder 2024 WDS-SC Nominations are open
Reminder 2024 WDS-SC Nominations are open
Dear WDS Members, The World Data System is continually seeking to fill two vacant positions on our esteemed Scientific Committee. The WDS-SC is the governing body of WDS, and it is made up of leading scientists experienced in using extensive data resources or data center/service executive leads. SC members are appointed for three years[…] -
SEVENSEAS Media newsletter for February 2024
SEVENSEAS Media newsletter for February 2024
SEVENSEAS Media just released a newsletter for the month of February 2024 Newsletter includes 11th Hour Racing Becomes Founding Sponsor of UpWind by MerConcept Scientists Confirm Underwater Mountains Harbor Abundant Life Off Chiles’s Coast Four New Seamounts Discovered in The High Seas Events & Webinars NOAA Science Seminars News, Reports, Announcements Contests, Awards, Funding[…] -
The Regional Funds Online Magazine issue 42 is now out
The Regional Funds Online Magazine issue 42 is now out
The Regional Funds Online Magazine has just released their latest issue nr 42. Highlights Hasta La Vista European Year of Youth The Director's Editorial - Successes and Gratitude “Thanks note” from the Fund Operator - Małgorzata Nowak Shape Tomorrow Through Your Say “Thanks note” from the Fund Operator - Mateusz Wiśniewski Celebrating innovation: let’s[…] -
The IK Foundation iMESSENGER | Issue No: 2 2024
The IK Foundation iMESSENGER | Issue No: 2 2024
In the first ten years of the 2000s, IK carried out one of the most significant research and publishing projects around the students of the world-renowned naturalist Carl Linnaeus, who travelled beyond the borders of Europe. They came to be called Linnaeus Apostles, and the finalised eight-volume series, including eleven books, was titled The[…] -
Call for nominations to all IASSA members
Call for nominations to all IASSA members
IASSA calls on all members to send in nominations for the elections that will be held at the General Assembly 2 June 2024 at the Arctic Congress Bodø 2024 / ICASS XI in Bodø, Norway. Deadline for submitting statements is 19 April 2024. Nominations will be announced at the latest on 27 May 2024.[…] -
Webcast: Water and Energy in MENA after COP28
Webcast: Water and Energy in MENA after COP28
When: Mar. 5, 2024; 11:00am – 12:15pm ETWhere: 5th Floor, Woodrow Wilson Center and Online This event will explore the issues of climate security and the water-energy nexus in the MENA region, featuring the work of two graduates of the Wilson Center Agents of Change Youth Fellowship and an expert commentator. This event will further explore[…]
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