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October 27, 2022

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Norway, Russia Seal Deal on Fish Quotas Amid Growing Tensions

Cod quotas for 2023 will be 20% lower, a decision made on recommendations from marine researchers in the two countries. The Norwegian-Russian Joint Fishery Commission has agreed that 2023 cod quotas in the Barents- and Norwegian Seas will total 566,784 tons, of which 260,782 tons will be Norway’s share. “Despite being in an extraordinary situation, it is good that we have reached a fishery agreement with Russia,” said Minister of Fisheries Bjørnar Skjæran in a comment.

Radio Canada International

East Asian Heatwaves Driven by Arctic-Siberian Warming

This study investigates the contributing factors of East Asian heatwaves (EAHWs) linked to the Arctic-Siberian Plain (ASP) over the past 42 years (1979–2020). EAHWs are mainly affected by two time scales of variabilities: long-term externally forced and interannual variabilities. The externally forced EAHWs are attributed to the increasing global warming trend, while their interannual variability is related to the circumglobal teleconnection (CGT) and the ASP teleconnection patterns. In addition to the CGT, the Rossby wave energy originating from the ASP propagates to East Asia through the upper troposphere, amplifying the EAHWs. 

Nature

Arctic Science Collaboration is on Thin Ice

The Arctic is warming faster than any other parts of the world. Sea ice is melting and there is more open water, which means that more gases and aerosols from the sea are entering the Earth’s atmosphere and warming it further. But in addition to having a major influence on the climate and weather at lower latitudes, the Arctic is also a key geopolitical arena. The territories of eight nations fall within the Arctic Circle: The United States, Canada, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Russia.

Swiss Info

Russian Aggression in Ukraine Boosts Arctic Security Concerns

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has dramatically altered how the seven western nations in the Arctic Council approach the High North, creating a new emphasis on security in the region, a panel of regional diplomatic and security experts said Tuesday. “We’re in new space,” David Balton, executive director of the Arctic Executive Committee in the Office of Science and Technology, said. “I’m not sanguine how the transition from the Russian chairmanship” of the council will proceed next year, he added, referring to Russia’s current role as the chair of the organization.

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October 28-30, 2022 Eatonville, Washington USA

Graduate Climate Conference

The Graduate Climate Conference (GCC) is an interdisciplinary climate conference run by graduate students, for graduate students. Over the last sixteen years, graduate students representing hundreds of academic institutions have come together to present research and share ideas on climate and climate change in an array of disciplines. Organizers welcome abstracts from diverse fields such as atmospheric sciences, biology, environmental management, forestry and fisheries sciences, oceanography, communication, public policy studies, urban planning, public health, and any other climate-related disciplines.

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NEW THIS WEEK | November 9:00 am AKT on November 1, 2022 | virtual

2022 Arctic Research Consortium of the U.S. Annual Meeting 

The Arctic Research Consortium of the U.S. (ARCUS) will hold its 2022 Annual Meeting on Tuesday, 1 November from 9-12pm AK. This virtual event brings the ARCUS community together to share news, exchange ideas, and explore Arctic research and education collaboration opportunities. This is an open event and all are welcome to attend. To view the meeting agenda and register, please visit the link below. 

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NEW THIS WEEK | 9 am AKT on November 4, 2022 | Anchorage, Alaska USA

20th Anniversary Celebration- Anchorage Workshop

U.S. Permafrost Association (USPA) invites you to an in-person workshop in Anchorage from 9 am to 4 pm where speakers will present on various science and engineering topics related to permafrost in Alaska. Topics of the presentations vary from a historic perspective of permafrost in Anchorage to a new program that has mapped more than one billion ice-wedge polygons across the Arctic. There will be presentations on infrastructure resilience, permafrost

engineering, coastal erosion mitigation, and effects of a warming climate.

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NEW THIS WEEK | 9 am AKT on November 7, 2022 | virtual

Arctic Research Funders Meet & Greet 

The Arctic Research Consortium of the U.S. (ARCUS) & the Interagency Arctic Research Policy Committee (IARPC) will co-host an Arctic research funders networking event on Monday, 7 November from 9-10:30am AK. This event provides an informal opportunity for Arctic researchers to connect with multiple funding organizations to gain insight into their Arctic research interests and funding opportunities. Contacts representing the National Science Foundation, NASA, the North Pacific Research Board, the Fulbright Arctic Initiative, the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Arctic Research Commission, and the International Arctic Science Committee will participate in the event. 

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November 15-17, 2022 | Anchorage, Alaska |virtual

2022 Navigating the New Arctic Annual Community Meeting

The meeting will bring together NNA researchers, research partners, Indigenous community and organization representatives, decision-makers, and others who have an interest in the Navigating the New Arctic (NNA) initiative. Meeting goals include sharing NNA science, strengthening equity in research, and creating new collaborations. This year's meeting hosts are the NNA Community Office and Alaska Pacific University.

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November 15-18, 2022 | Tokyo, Japan/ Virtual

The 13th Symposium on Polar Science

The 13th Symposium on Polar Science hosted by the National Institute of Polar Research (NIPR). The NIPR is organizing this annual symposium to present and promote a wide variety of polar scientific research and interdisciplinary studies. This symposium is held concurrently with the annual conferences on Antarctic Meteorites, Space and Upper Atmospheric Sciences, Polar Meteorology and Glaciology, Polar Geosciences, and Polar Biology to discuss the situation surrounding the latest research and field activities in these disciplines.

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4:00 pm ET on November 18, 2022 | Virtual

November 2022 NWS Alaska Climate Outlook Briefing

Join the NOAA Science Seminar Series to review recent and current climate conditions around Alaska, discuss forecast tools, and finish up with the Climate Prediction Center's forecast for November 2022. Join the gathering online to learn what's happened and what may be in store with Alaska's seasonal climate.

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November 29-30, 2022 | Brussels, Belgium

Arctic Futures Symposium

The Arctic Futures Symposium is an annual conference that brings together Arctic stakeholders in Europe's capital to discuss issues of importance to them. The annual Arctic Futures Symposium brings together local and national policymakers, Arctic indigenous peoples, natural and social scientists, academics, and representatives of industries operating in or with interests in the Arctic.

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December 12-16, 2022 Chicago, Illinios USA

AGU Fall Meeting

AGU Fall Meeting is the most influential event in the world dedicated to the advancement of Earth and space sciences. Every year, AGU Fall Meeting unites the Earth and space science community to share findings, connect like-minded scientists from around the world, and advance our profession and shared passion for the impact of science.

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Permafrost Related Sessions

January 30- February 2, 2023 | Tromsø, Norway and virtual

Arctic Frontiers 2023 Moving North

The key topics of Arctic Frontiers 2023 will reflect transformation, modeling, adaptation, and development in the rapidly changing global landscape. Furthermore, business development in viable industries and Arctic health will feature, due to their relevance with the concept of Moving North. While looking at both the long-term and short-term impacts of the environmental, humanitarian, and economic crises, looking for potential solutions will be a key driver of the Arctic Frontiers 2023: Moving North conference. 

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NEW THIS WEEK | January 30- February 3, 2023 | Santa Barbara, California USA

Fundamentals in Data Management for Qualitative and Quantitative Arctic Research

The National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, Santa Barbara, California hosts this in-person workshop will provide researchers with an overview of reproducible and ethical research practices, steps and methods for more easily documenting and preserving their data at the Arctic Data Center, and an introduction to programming in R. Special attention will be paid to qualitative data management, including practices working with sensitive data. Example datasets will draw from natural and social sciences, and methods for conducting reproducible research will be discussed in the context of both qualitative and quantitative data.

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February 17-24, 2023 | Vienna, Austria

ASSW 2023 Science Symposium: The Arctic in the Anthropocene

This event is organized by the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC)and hosted by the Austrian Polar Research Institute (APRI). This event provides opportunities for coordination, cooperation, and collaboration between the various scientific organizations involved in Arctic research. It was initiated by the IASC in 1999. This event includes a Science Symposium. These symposia create a platform for exchanging knowledge, cross-fertilization, and collaboration and attract scientists, students, policymakers, and other professionals from all over the world.

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March 6-10, 2023 Tokyo, Japan

Seventh International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR-7)

The International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR) has been held every two years since 2008 and aims to present and discuss scientific results with researchers on the Arctic from all-over the world, extracting and sharing issues to solve, and exploring the future of the Arctic. ISAR-7 will consist of General Sessions and Special Sessions. General Sessions will address the following topics: atmosphere; ocean and sea ice; rivers, lakes, permafrost, and snow cover; ice sheets, glaciers, and ice cores; terrestrial ecosystems; marine ecosystems; geospacer; laws, politics, and economy; language, culture, and health; and, engineering for sustainable development.

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March 29-31, 2023 | Anchorage, Alaska USA

The Arctic Encounter 2023

As the largest Arctic policy and business conference in the United States, with partners and convenings worldwide, the Arctic Encounter continues to gather leading voices from around the world. The Arctic Encounter is eager to welcome participants to Alaska for a world-class arts and cultural experience, including dialogue and presentations with elected and international leaders, business executives, Indigenous peoples, scientists, students, defense leaders, diplomats, policymakers, and more.

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May 1-4, 2023 | Houston, Texas USA

Offshore Technology Conference 2023

The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters. The conference will include presentations discussing technical solutions, innovations, and advancements of all aspects of the offshore energy industry. Participants will include operators, research, vendors, and stakeholders. The experience of the last 50 years in the Arctic will be in attendance. That expertise and knowledge is available to move forward and support energy, mining, renewables, marine transport, tourism, and other activities in the harshest environments.

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2025 | Boulder, Colorado USA

4th International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV)

In lead up to its 35th anniversary in 2025, the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) is coordinating a multi-year planning process for the Fourth International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV) that will engage Arctic researchers, policymakers, residents, and stakeholders from around the world to collegially discuss the state of Arctic science, the place the Arctic occupies in global affairs and systems, to consider the most urgent knowledge gaps and research priorities that lie before us and to explore avenues to address these research needs. This event is hosted by a consortium of US institutions, including the University of Colorado Boulder, University of Northern Iowa, University of Alaska Fairbanks, and Alaska Pacific University. ICARP I, II, and III focused the attention of the world’s researchers toward the value of strategic international coordination in accelerating progress in addressing critical challenges. ICARP IV will build upon this concept by striving to achieve consensus and build collaborations among the leading scientific, academic, environmental, Indigenous and political organizations currently concerned with Arctic issues.

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