Scientists map ‘deepest’ parts of Southern Ocean
A team of researchers led by British Antarctic Survey has for the first time mapped the deepest part of the South Sandwich Trench in the Southern Ocean. This part of […]
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Construction of new wharf begins as first frame is lowered into place
Read more of: Construction of new wharf begins as first frame is lowered into placeA major milestone has been reached in the construction of a new wharf at Rothera Research Station. The first of 20 steel frames, forming the skeleten of the new structure, has been lowered into place in a piece of precision engineering.
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Marine research expedition sets sail for the South Atlantic
Read more of: Marine research expedition sets sail for the South AtlanticA team of scientists set sail this week (12 March) for the remote South Atlantic islands of Tristan da Cunha and St Helena. This mission is part of BAS’ commitment […]
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BBC Radio 4 Today Programme in the Arctic
Read more of: BBC Radio 4 Today Programme in the ArcticThe NERC Arctic Station in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard, is delighted to be hosting the BBC Radio 4 Today Programme this week (12-14 March 2019), including science editor Tom Feilden and presenter […]
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Expedition to Larsen C ice shelf thwarted by sea ice
Read more of: Expedition to Larsen C ice shelf thwarted by sea iceSea-ice conditions have prevented the Research Icebreaker Polarstern from reaching the Larsen Ice Shelf and the calving areas of iceberg A68.
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The evolving role of women at BAS
Read more of: The evolving role of women at BASBritish Antarctic Survey (BAS) reflects and celebrates the role of women within our organisation.
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Halley Research Station closes for 2019 Antarctic winter
Read more of: Halley Research Station closes for 2019 Antarctic winterBritish Antarctic Survey (BAS) Halley VI Research Station has closed for the 2019 Antarctic winter after a successful summer field season. It will re-open again in November this year. The […]
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Using AI to help tackle global environmental challenges
Read more of: Using AI to help tackle global environmental challengesA new Centre for Doctoral Training, involving researchers from British Antarctic Survey, will develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques to address critical environmental challenges. Climate change and environmental hazards pose some […]
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Krill swarms responsible for ‘hidden’ carbon storage
Read more of: Krill swarms responsible for ‘hidden’ carbon storageLarge krill swarms in the Southern Ocean could help remove additional carbon from the atmosphere, in a way that is currently ‘hidden’ in global models. The new study is published […]
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Study shows melting ice sheets will disrupt climate
Read more of: Study shows melting ice sheets will disrupt climateWater entering the oceans from melting ice sheets could cause extreme weather and a change in ocean circulation not currently accounted for in global climate policies, a new study published […]
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British Antarctic Survey celebrates its 75th birthday
Read more of: British Antarctic Survey celebrates its 75th birthdayFebruary 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of the origins of British Antarctic Survey, which began when the secret wartime mission “Operation Tabarin” arrived in Antarctica and set up base. This was the start of a permanent UK scientific presence in Antarctica.
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Polar medals awarded to BAS staff
Read more of: Polar medals awarded to BAS staffTwo British Antarctic Survey (BAS) staff have been awarded the Polar Medal, and one member of staff has been awarded a prestigious Second Clasp. The announcement was published at the […]
