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Beyond EPICA deep drilling campaign begins

Scientists return to East Antarctica this month (December) to locate the oldest ice on Earth. The team is part of an EU-funded research consortium from 10 European countries whose aim …

New season begins for Antarctic Infrastructure Modernisation programme

The next phase of the Antarctic Infrastructure Modernisation programme (AIMP) is set to begin with a 6-month construction season at Rothera Research Station. The station is the UK’s largest Antarctic research and operations hub that supports leading researchers in frontier science in the region.

All aboard: RRS Sir David Attenborough is about to depart

David Wilkins is the Net Zero Engagement and Support Officer at British Antarctic Survey. He recently visited our new polar ship, RRS Sir David Attenborough. On this International Day of …

‘Sounds’ of the sun inspire an extraordinary new album

A new album transporting listeners on a journey to the Sun and inspired by ‘sounds’ captured in space and on the ground shows the magic created when science and the …

Polar Fest at The Deep, Hull

We’re delighted to be partnering with The Deep and the Scott Polar Research Institute to bring you ‘Polar Fest’ – the perfect family friendly event this winter! This event is …

British Antarctic Survey celebrates its 60th anniversary on Antarctica Day

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is today celebrating 60 years of scientific research in Antarctica as the UK’s national operator on Antarctica Day (1 December). For the last six decades, the …

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15 researchers 👩‍🔬 3km ice core ❄️ 1.5 million years of climate history 🤯 Scientists are heading to East Antarctic… https://t.co/GDrCS8aH5U

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Beyond EPICA deep drilling campaign begins

New season begins for Antarctic Infrastructure Modernisation programme

All aboard: RRS Sir David Attenborough is about to depart

‘Sounds’ of the sun inspire an extraordinary new album

Polar Fest at The Deep, Hull

British Antarctic Survey celebrates its 60th anniversary on Antarctica Day

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