About the Conference

Antarctica New Zealand and the Antarctic Science Platform are excited to announce the New Zealand Antarctic Science Conference will be coming to Ōtautahi Christchurch next year. We will bring together some of the greatest minds in Antarctic research from around Aotearoa New Zealand and abroad, exploring the latest breakthroughs, biggest challenges and next frontiers.

Three days of Open Science Conference will be followed by a day of open workshops and then a final day of ASP-only workshops. Satellite activities are also being organised so you can network, upskill, reconnect and plan for the future.

Tentative programme

Sunday 27 June: Icebreaker

Monday 28 June: Open Science Conference

Tuesday 29 June: Open Science Conference & conference dinner

Wednesday 30 June: Open Science Conference & poster session

Thursday 1 July: Open workshop day

Friday 2 July: Antarctic Science Platform workshop day

“Antarctic Research: Global Impact”

We chose this theme to highlight the impact our research has, both in Antarctica and around the world.

As one of the critical engines of the global climate system, changes in the 'Great White South' are felt around the globe.

The information we gather on the ice is vital to understand how the world is changing. Our research provides information about how change will impact the rest of the world and how we might prepare.

For more information:

Please get in touch with our team by writing to scienceconference@antarcticanz.govt.nz

A huge thank you to our host

University of Canterbury