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31 August 2026

August Research Update

WINFLY, summer staff, balancing travel with cutting carbon and more . . . Read More

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31 August 2026

SWAIS2C 101: the what, where, when, why, and where to next

Looking forward by looking back is the guiding ethos of one of the biggest Antarctic research projects in recent years. SWAIS2C, short for ‘Sensitivity of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet to 2 Degrees Celsius’, is an incredible exam… Read More

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31 August 2026

Balancing a global operation with a warming climate

Working in a research space punctuated by climate change, we're all too aware of the impact international travel has on the planet. Reducing our carbon footprint while doing jobs that demand global collaboration takes constant co… Read More

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30 July 2026

July Research Update

Check out our 2026 Science Achievements Report, get the latest news straight from the ice, learn loads about research going on back in Aotearoa and more . . . Read More

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30 July 2026

Contract signed for Scott Base redevelopment

The Scott Base redevelopment has entered its delivery phase following the signing of the main construction contract with Wellington-headquartered construction firm LT McGuinness. The milestone follows a comprehensive reset of th… Read More

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29 July 2026

Otago University I Antarctica storms becoming more frequent and intense

Winters in Antarctica’s Ross Sea have become stormier in recent decades, impacting sea-ice conditions and field operations, new research shows. Read More

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