Antarctica’s first dinosaur fossil confirmed from 1985 Antarctic expedition
A bone collected by British Antarctic Survey is the first dinosaur fossil ever found on the Antarctic continent.
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A bone collected by British Antarctic Survey is the first dinosaur fossil ever found on the Antarctic continent.
As extreme summer heat causes disruption across the UK and Europe this week, Midwinter at Antarctica’s Rothera Research Station is becoming increasingly unrecognisable.
Happy Midwinter’s Day from everyone at British Antarctic Survey. As part of the celebrations, we’ve delved into the archives to explore how the tradition has changed over the years.
As record winter warming hits Antarctic research stations, a new paper discusses how the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather makes Antarctic research more important, but also more challenging.
As the 2025/26 Antarctic construction season comes to an end, we look back at our collaborative efforts and achievements.
A new study on Antarctica’s Brunt Ice Shelf has revealed that surface melting and seawater infiltration can have dramatically different effects on the structural strength of floating ice shelves.
As the 2025/26 Antarctic science season comes to an end, we look back at our highlights and achievements.
A major new analysis has confirmed British Antarctic Survey as the world’s leading centre for Antarctic and Southern Ocean research.
New research warns of growing threat to fragile Antarctic plant ecosystems – but cutting emissions could prevent the worst outcomes.
Latest from the Ice… Welcome to the latest postcard from Rothera Research Station. We’re at the end of the season. Science at Rothera Research Station Did you know that the […]
Scientists studying world’s largest and most famous icebergs find surprising differences in how they affect ocean life.
Layers of ancient bird droppings preserved in the peatlands of the sub-Antarctic island of Bird Island have given scientists a window into 8,000 years of seabird history.