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Tue, Jul 27, 2010

Thematic Network of Social Work releases July 2010 Newsletter

The Thematic Network of Social Work has released its July 2010 Newsletter, documenting the group's activities over the past several months. The Newsletter identifies many highlights of the Network, including the introduction of new courses and plans for an upcoming conference. Please view the newsletter here.

Tue, Jul 27, 2010

Abstract Deadline Extended: 2010 Arctic Science Conference “Water: Integrating Health, Habitat, and Economy”

The abstract submission deadline for the 2010 Arctic Science Conference has been extended to Monday, 16 August 2010. The meeting, entitled "Water: Integrating Health, Habitat, and Economy," will be held Monday-Wednesday, 13-15 September 2010 in Anchorage, Alaska.

Mon, Jul 26, 2010

Early Registration and Abstract Deadline Reminder: Understanding Circumpolar Ecosystems in a Changing World – Beyond outcomes of the International Polar Year

The early registration deadline and due date for abstract submissions for Understanding Circumpolar Ecosystems in a Changing World – Beyond outcomes of IPY is Friday 10 September 2010. The conference/workshop will be held 3-6 November 2010 at the University of Alberta Conference Centre, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The conference will incorporate the 5th Annual PPS Arctic meeting (http://ppsarctic.nina.no/content/2010_annualmeeting.html) and working meetings for other IPY projects.

Fri, Jul 23, 2010

Job openings: Canadian International Centre for the Arctic Region

Three job openings have become available through the newly established Canadian International Centre for the Arctic Region, a Government of Canada initiative to advance the international dimension of the Government of Canada’s Northern Strategy, a key Departmental priority. The Centre is being hosted at the Canadian Embassy in Oslo. Further information on the job postings can be found from: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/norway-norvege/index.aspx?lang=eng.

Thu, Jul 15, 2010

The 13th North American Caribou Workshop: “Sustaining Caribou and their Landscapes – Knowledge to Action”

The 13th North American Caribou Workshop will take place from October 25-28, 2010, in Winnipeg, Manitoba at the Fairmont Hotel. This year's theme is titled “Sustaining Caribou and their Landscapes – Knowledge to Action”.

Wed, Jul 14, 2010

Second Announcement: "The Arctic and Sub-Arctic Biological Resources- Potential for Biotechnology: Challenges and Innovations"

The first ever international seminar and PhD workshop on "The Arctic and Sub-Arctic Biological Resources- Potential for Biotechnology: Challenges and Innovations" will take place between September 6-9, 2010 in Petrozavodsk in the Republic of Karelia, Russia. The event is hosted by the Institute of Biology of the Karelian Research Centre of RAS.

Fri, Jul 09, 2010

Jokkmokk Winter Conference: Dates set for annual youth conference

The Jokkmokk Winter Conference is pleased to announce the fist announcement for its annual youth conference. This year's theme is "Pathways to Sustainable Northern Communities: Regional Empowerment for Change" and will be held from January 31- February 3, 2011 in Jokkmokk, Sweden.

Wed, Jun 30, 2010

New Book Available- Polar Science and Global Climate: An International Resource for Education and Outreach

The Polar Resource Book - Polar Science and Global Climate: An International Resource for Education and Outreach - was created to ensure efforts catalysed by the International Polar Year (IPY) will continue to inspire educators, students, and emerging polar researchers into the next generation of young, international, polar researchers with a shared commitment to outreach and education.

Wed, Jun 30, 2010

Canadian n2n engineering student inspired while on exchange in Alta, Norway

Shawn Jantzen from University of Saskatchewan, Canada was an exchange student at Finnmark University this spring semester (January to June 2010). After his arrival back home he wrote the following article in the local student paper.

Tue, Jun 29, 2010

Instructor Position Available - Department of Geology and Geophysics

The Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Alaska Fairbanks seeks an instructor to teach geoscience computer and field methods and to manage their computer network and geology field camp.