Latest research news and events

Science lecture to examine 2018 Anchorage Earthquake

February 19, 2020

On Feb. 25, Matt Gardine will present “Alaska Aftershocks: The 2018 Anchorage Earthquake.” The talk is part of the 2020 Science for Alaska Lecture Series, sponsored by the Geophysical Institute and presented Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m. at Raven Landing, 1222 Cowles St.
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IARC Salon: ‘Stories from MOSAiC’

February 19, 2020

The International Arctic Research Center's salon for March features scientists Rob Rember and Marc Oggier. The event takes place Feb. 20 from 2-3 p.m. in Akasofu 401.
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Gordon Kruse receives distinguished scientist award

February 15, 2020

The North Pacific Fishery Management Council has awarded Gordon Kruse the first Terry Quinn II Distinguished Scientist Award.
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UAF researcher discovers method for detecting tiny ocean organisms

February 14, 2020

William Burt was pleased. As the research vessel Oceanus sailed away from Seward in July of 2016, his equipment began detecting just the sort of phytoplankton he expected to be floating around the surface of the northern Gulf of Alaska. Suddenly, as evening fell, the readings showed enormous spikes, as if the sensors were completely saturated. “I thought they were broken,” he said.
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‘How to Talk to a Satellite’ (Science for Alaska Lecture Series)

February 12, 2020

On Tuesday, Feb. 18, Denise Thorsen will present “How to Talk to a Satellite.” The talk is part of the 2020 Science for Alaska Lecture Series, sponsored by the Geophysical Institute and presented Tuesdays from 7-8 p.m. at Raven Landing, 1222 Cowles St.
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Undergraduate research opportunity in ocean acidification

February 06, 2020

The College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences is seeking two upper-level undergraduate students to participate on a research cruise aboard the USCGC Healy to study ocean acidification in summer 2020. 
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Taking a deep dive into Alaska’s record-breaking warm year

February 05, 2020

Alaska had its warmest year on record in 2019, making a big splash across state, national and even world news. That ranking would not be possible without the diligent and forward-looking work of a handful of University of Alaska Fairbanks scientists.
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‘Not-So-Permanent Permafrost?’ (Science for Alaska Lecture Series)

February 05, 2020

On Feb. 11, Louise Farquharson will present “Not-So-Permanent Permafrost?” from 7-8 p.m. at Raven Landing, 1222 Cowles St. The talk is part of the 2020 Science for Alaska Lecture Series.
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New thalattosaur species discovered in Southeast Alaska

February 04, 2020

Scientists at the University of Alaska Fairbanks have identified a new species of thalattosaur, a marine reptile that lived more than 200 million years ago.
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UAF team studying air pollution will hold public meetings

February 03, 2020

University of Alaska Fairbanks scientists are looking for Fairbanks and North Pole residents to participate in a research project focused on local outdoor and indoor winter air pollution. 
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GeoFORCE seeks applicants for geology academy

January 30, 2020

GeoFORCE is seeking applications from rural and minority high schoolers in Alaska who want to study science across the nation during the coming four summers. 
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IAB Life Science Seminar: Surface water in northern permafrost

January 29, 2020

Erin Trochim will present "Surface Water Distribution and Change in Northern Hemisphere Permafrost" on Jan. 31 at 4 p.m. in the Murie Building auditorium.
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NASA sounding rocket launches from Poker Flat

January 27, 2020

A NASA sounding rocket launched from Poker Flat Research Range north of Fairbanks at 4:40 a.m. on Jan. 27, 2020. The rocket arced to a high point 160 miles over northern Alaska, carrying an instrument used to measure the concentration of nitric oxide in the upper atmosphere.
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Rocket on the chilled rail at Poker Flat

January 23, 2020

In cold, dry, sub-Arctic air, a rocket taller than a house tilts northward, awaiting the moment when a person inside a nearby concrete building pushes a button. The ink-black Chatanika River valley will then flash white and erupt with a clap of thunder. A slender NASA vehicle will shoot skyward, carrying a sensitive instrument in an arc 160 miles above northern Alaska.
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Inspiring Girls program seeks applicants for wilderness expeditions

January 23, 2020

Inspiring Girls Expeditions is accepting applications for 2020 summer expeditions. Young women interested in joining the tuition-free wilderness science education programs should start their applications by Jan. 31.
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