Last days at PEA before departure
BELARE 2024-25 is drawing to a close. Preparations are being made to put the Princess Elisabeth Antarctica into winter mode and pack away scientific equipment.
News from Antarctica
Interested in what's happening down at Princess Elisabeth? News from the field are posted here regularily to keep you updated about what's going on.
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Last week for scientists this season
This week the four remaining scientific teams for this season - EXPOSOILS, PASPARTOUT, NISAR, and EPFL-CRYOS - wrapped up their work and started preparing for their flight home, which is…
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Difficult Weather Hampers Return from Coast; Scientific Projects Forge Ahead
The cargo ship has been unloaded and the logistics team led by Alain Hubert has been caught in a storm on the way back to PEA. Meanwhile, the scientists continue…
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The Dog Days of Antarctic Summer
While it is not uncommon for temperatures to rise above freezing in Antarctica in some places during the austral summer, temperatures above freezing are becoming more frequent than in previous…
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IPF Team Sights Rare Arnoux Beaked Whales While on Mission at the Coast
When 2 members of our team were at the coast they were pleasantly surprised by a pod of 4 Arnoux Beaked Whales, which speaks to the rich biodiversity in these fertile waters…
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Until Next November!
Yet another successful research season has come to an end at the Princess Elisabeth Antarctica.
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On the Move
This past week saw a lot of movement and travel across the ice sheet, as many scientists headed out into the field to carry out their research.
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Live from Antarctica: Discussion with Scientists and Engineers at the Princess Elisabeth Antarctica
Here's your chance to meet and engage with scientists and engineers that are working in Antarctica via a live Zoom event!
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New Year, Same Unwavering Support for Science
Aside from a small New Year’s celebration for those who were at the Princess Elisabeth Antarctica (PEA), the scientists and crew have been working hard supporting science projects,…
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Bad Weather Arrives at PEA
After some pleasant weather during the first few weeks of the season, stormy weather has arrived at the Princess Elisabeth Antarctica, forcing a few changes of plan and even unexpected…