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The ‘Antarctic ice ceiling’ was smashed in 1976 when three women ventured to the southernmost continent as part of Australia’s Antarctic Program (formerly ‘Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions’ – ANARE), for the first time. Check out their website for more information! https://www.antarctica.gov.au/news/explore-antarctica/ice-breakers-50-years-of-women-in-antarctica

According to Amber Agluark from Iqaluit, Nunavut, learning to manage a dog team is not just about mastering a skill; it is a journey of reconnecting with her culture, finding her voice as an Inuk woman, and revitalizing a tradition that has been passed down through generations of her family. Read more about Amber’s storyContinue reading “Inuktitut magazine publishes article about woman learning to manage dog team”

The winner of the ELLE Belgium Woman of the Year 2025 in the category of Science & Research is Angelique Van Ombergen. She is a Chief Exploration Scientist at the European Space Agency and a visiting professor at UAntwerpen. Congratulations! Have a look at the LinkedIn post here.

Do you know someone who’s done extraordinary work in Antarctica? Nominations for the Australian Antarctic Medal are now open! This prestigious award recognises individuals who have delivered outstanding service – beyond the normal requirements of their role – in scientific research, exploration or support of Australia’s Antarctic program. Eligible nominees include those who: Have spentContinue reading “Nominations for the Australian Antarctic Medal are now open”

Emotions and intuitions have no place in STEM? Think again. And read this short piece published by AWIS.

The International Science Council (ISC) calls for universal transparency in research funding as a key element of responsible scientific practice, and the first line of defence against compromised research integrity, misinformation and disinformation. The ISC recommends that:1️⃣ All levels of the global science system adopt the norm of explicitly disclosing all financial and other researchContinue reading “Statement by the International Science Council on research funding transparency”

The Polar Early Career World Summit Synthesis Report has been published by PSECCO and the APECS Directorate. The voices of 238 early-career polar researchers share priorities for ICARP IV & IPY-5. https://pecws.org/synthesis-report.html

The Association for Women in the Sciences (AWIS) has announced the 2025 Spark, Meridian, and Zenith Award recipients. These distinguished members have demonstrated exceptional leadership, creative vision, and a steadfast commitment to advancing inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility in STEM. Their contributions continue to inspire and strengthen the community. Read more here: https://awis.org/annual-awards

On 21-23 October Indigenous representatives and knowledge-holders, scientists and policymakers gathered in Tromsø and Sommarøya for a three-days workshop on Values and Valuation in Arctic Marine Ecosystem-Based Management by Protection of Arctic Marine Environment Ecosystem Approach Expert Group (EA-EG). This 7th EA-EG workshop focused on how ecological, cultural, and economic values can be meaningfully integratedContinue reading “Indigenous Peoples’ Secretariat (IPS) holds workshop on integrating values into Arctic ecosystem-based management”