Rare meteorite found in Antarctica
An international team of researchers has discovered five meteorites in Antarctica, including one that is among the largest, weighing 7.6 kilograms.
Antarctica – huge iceberg broken off
A 1550 km² huge iceberg broke off from the 150 m thick Brunt Ice Shelf. The break happened on Sunday, January 22, 2023 during a flood.
Polar Preet sets new world record and has to break off expedition
British polar adventurer Captain Preet Chandi set a new world record during her Antarctic expedition, but now has to break off the expedition.
US researchers call for repository for Antarctic biodiversity
A group of 24 U.S. researchers are calling for information and data on Antarctic biodiversity to be collected worldwide and made available to researchers in a virtual network as a biotheque.
New Challenge supports IAATO Antarctic Ambassadors
With the help of a so-called “challenge” card, IAATO aims to promote its Antarctic Ambassador program and awareness of Antarctic conservation.
Australian Antarctic convoy tests the way to the old ice
Australia plans to use tractor convoys to make the journey from the Australian Casey station to the drilling site of the oldest ice core and has started extensive testing.
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French Polar POD Expedition announces official launch
French polar explorer Jean-Louis Étienne’s ambitious Polar POD project has been officially launched and is scheduled for construction in France and South Africa by 2024.
Large art project celebrates whale protection around South Georgia
“Commensalis”, a large art project celebrates the return of whales around South Georgia in Grytviken and aims to encourage people to engage more in whale and environmental protection.
Great Britain boosts its polar research vessels
The British research vessels receive a special kind of booster from their government, namely a 50-million-euro grant for maintenance and modernization.
Bicycle record attempt in Antarctica failed
The record attempt of the Italian extreme athlete Omar Di Felice to cross Antarctica by bicycle has failed.
Young researchers receive prestigious Antarctic fellowships
To further strengthen research in Antarctica and provide financial stimulus to young researchers, three of them will receive grants from three major institutions.
Risk areas discovered for wandering albatrosses in the Southern Ocean
A study has discovered the areas of greatest risk to the birds from fishing for different age groups of wandering albatrosses.
World’s first non-stop scenic flight to the South Pole
Australian company Chimu Adventures and airline Qantas have completed the first-ever non-stop round-trip flight to the South Pole on a passenger aircraft.
Microplastics discovered in air, ice and water of the Weddell Sea
During the 2018/19 search for Shackleton’s ship “Endurance”, although the wreck was not discovered, microplastic fibers were found everywhere, especially in the air.
Does chemistry help Antarctic benthic fauna against invaders?
To defend themselves against new invading species, Antarctic bottom-dwelling animals use chemical defenses, but these are of limited use, a study shows.
Calvings cause important underwater tsunamis in polar regions
An accidentally observed glacial calving in Antarctica shows that resulting underwater tsunamis likely play a more important role in polar regions than assumed.
Using drones to monitor South Georgia’s wildlife
The British Antarctic Survey is using fixed-wing drones to better monitor the vast colonies of penguins and other animals on South Georgia.
Famous Antarctic book comes as a graphic novel
One of the best-known books about Scott’s expedition to the South Pole will soon be published as a graphic novel penned by Sarah Airriess.
With artificial intelligence through Antarctic pack ice
A British Antarctic Survey research team has created an artificial intelligence to help find the best route through pack ice.
Sei whale songs point to Falkland Islands as mating site
Male sei whales seem to love the Falkland Islands not only for its food, but also to beguile potential mates with songs.
Largest Antarctic station affected by COVID outbreak
The largest station in Antarctica, McMurdo Station, is experiencing the largest COVID outbreak on the continent and therefore cannot be reached at this time.
Leopard seals show great adaptability
Leopard seals possess great adaptability when it comes to size and movement, underscoring its position as a top Antarctic predator.
Rare celestial phenomenon observed in Antarctica
Australian weather observer Barry Becker experienced an extraordinary stroke of luck in the night sky of Antarctica: He photographed STEVE, a rare celestial phenomenon.
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