The University of Alaska Fairbanks is a leader in Arctic research and issues facing the circumpolar North. Our experts are available to help journalists, policymakers, students and educators by providing current and accurate information about a wide range of topics. UAF scientists focus on the people, animals, plants and systems of the circumpolar North and how the Arctic affects the global climate. Whether you need information about permafrost or Alaska Native languages, fisheries or northern engineering, our experts can help make your project a success.

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    Andrea Bersamin

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    Ed Bueler

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  • Hilary Shook

    Hilary Shook

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    Shook connects researchers and fire managers to ensure actionable science is available for wildland fire managers to use in their decision-making process and to inform wildland fire-related policy.