Upcoming event: chat with scientists live in Antarctica 6 Mar 12:11 AM (28 days ago)
Join NSF Palmer Station Science Lead Dr. Natasja van Gestel on March 14, at 1:00 p.m. ET to learn about the research being conducted at this small but mighty station.
Upcoming event: chat with scientists live in Antarctica 6 Mar 12:11 AM (28 days ago)
Join NSF Palmer Station Science Lead Dr. Natasja van Gestel on March 14, at 1:00 p.m. ET to learn about the research being conducted at this small but mighty station, and what it's like to work and live there.
A call for photos from the geoscience community 23 Jan 12:11 AM (2 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Geosciences (NSF GEO) is soliciting photos featuring NSF-supported projects.
Section for Antarctic Sciences office hour 8 Jan 12:11 AM (2 months ago)
Please join the NSF Office of Polar Programs (OPP) Section for Antarctic Sciences (ANT) for a community office hour on Thursday, January 16, from 3:00 - 4:00 pm EST.
Two New Antarctic Sciences Solicitations 24 Dec 2024 12:11 AM (3 months ago)
The NSF Office of Polar Programs Antarctic (ANT) Sciences Section has released two solicitations for Antarctic research. Planning is underway to host office hours to discuss the new solicitations and other Antarctic sciences updates.
Request for Information (RFI): Development of an Antarctic Subsea Telecommunications Cable for Science 6 Dec 2024 12:56 AM (3 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation has issued a request for information (RFI) to facilitate the concept definition of a proposed subsea telecommunications and science instrumentation cable to Antarctica with input from industry, academia, nonprofits, government, philanthropic and other interested parties.
Job opportunity: interdisciplinary (supervisory environmental scientist) position, OPP Environmental Team 5 Dec 2024 12:56 AM (3 months ago)
The environmental officer will lead the implementation, oversight and evaluation of policies and procedures related to environmental management, monitoring, protection, and conservation in polar regions.
Dr. David Porter Joins OPP as Permanent Program Director for Antarctic Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences 2 Dec 2024 12:56 AM (4 months ago)
Dr. David Porter will serve as the permanent Program Director for the Antarctic Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences (AOAS) Program in the Section for Antarctic Sciences. Dr. Porter has been an IPA in the AOAS program since 2022.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Program Manager (Station Oversight Manager), OPP Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics 27 Nov 2024 12:56 AM (4 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking a qualified candidate for a Program Manager (Station Oversight Manager) position for the Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics Section (AIL) within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), Office of Polar Programs (OPP) in Alexandria, VA.
Reminder from the NSF SAHPR Program Office for 2024-25 Antarctic Summer Season 15 Oct 2024 1:56 AM (5 months ago)
As the 2024-25 austral summer season begins, the NSF Sexual Assault and Harassment Prevention and Response (SAHPR) Program Office works closely with the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) to prevent sexual violence and to ensure all USAP environments are safe, harassment and assault-free spaces with a positive and inclusive culture.
Reminder from the NSF SAHPR Program Office for 2024-25 Antarctic Summer Season 15 Oct 2024 1:56 AM (5 months ago)
As the 2024-25 austral summer season begins, the NSF Sexual Assault and Harassment Prevention and Response (SAHPR) Program Office works closely with the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) to prevent sexual violence and to ensure all USAP environments are safe, harassment and assault-free spaces with a positive and inclusive culture.
EVENT: Office Hours for NSF Office of Polar Programs Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 10 Oct 2024 1:56 AM (5 months ago)
On November 14 from 3 pm to 4 pm EST, the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) is hosting an office hour on the OPP Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (OPP-PRF) program.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: General Engineer (Program Director), OPP Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics 2 Oct 2024 1:56 AM (6 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking a qualified candidate for a General Engineer (Program Director) position for the Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics Section (AIL) within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), Office of Polar Programs (OPP) in Alexandria, VA.
OPP welcomes Dr. Marion Dierickx as new Antarctic Sciences Program Director 25 Sep 2024 1:56 AM (6 months ago)
Dr. Marion Dierickx joins the NSF Office of Polar Programs as a Program Director in the Antarctic Astrophysics and Geospace, and Cyberinfrastructure programs.
Dr. Chris McCarthy joins the Office of Polar Programs as a AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow 16 Sep 2024 1:56 AM (6 months ago)
The Office of Polar Programs is pleased to welcome Dr. Chris McCarthy as a AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow.
Weather anomaly experienced in the McMurdo Dry Valleys 5 Sep 2024 1:56 AM (7 months ago)
An atmospheric river event in March 2022 led to record warm temperatures over much of Antarctica.
New Antarctic Dragonfish Species Discovered 3 Sep 2024 1:56 AM (7 months ago)
A research team at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science at William & Mary has uncovered a new species of Antarctic fish, which could reshape how scientists view biodiversity in the Southern Ocean.
Request for Information (RFI): NSB-NSF Merit Review Commission Review of NSF's Merit Review Policy and Processes 26 Aug 2024 1:56 AM (7 months ago)
The National Science Board (NSB) U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Commission on Merit Review recently published a Request for Information to gather input from the public on perceptions and experiences with the NSF Merit Review process, criteria and policies.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Antarctic Research Support Manager 21 Aug 2024 1:56 AM (7 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation is seeking a qualified candidate for an Interdisciplinary Antarctic Research Support Manager in the Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics Section within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), Office of Polar Programs (OPP).
Reminder on Office of Polar Programs Data Management Policy 19 Aug 2024 1:56 AM (7 months ago)
An important component of receiving funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation, Office of Polar Programs (OPP) includes good practices regarding data sharing and accessibility.
Dr. Margaret Benoit joins the Office of Polar Programs as Executive Officer 12 Aug 2024 1:56 AM (7 months ago)
The Office of Polar Programs (OPP) within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Margaret Benoit as Executive Officer.
EVENTS: Exploring the Ethics and Societal Interactions of Climate Intervention 9 Aug 2024 1:56 AM (7 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) will be hosting a series of workshops in October and November 2024 on the ethical and social dynamics of climate intervention technologies.
Research Vessel Laurence M. Gould Completes 27-Year Run 5 Aug 2024 1:56 AM (8 months ago)
After 27 years of steadfast service to the United States Antarctic Program, the NSF Antarctic Research and Supply Vessel (ARSV) Laurence M. Gould ended its charter to the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) in July.
Nancy Carey Joins the OPP Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics Section as Deployment Specialist 1 Aug 2024 1:56 AM (8 months ago)
The Office of Polar Programs Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics Section is excited to welcome Nancy Carey as their new Deployment Specialist.
Draft Request for Proposals: Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract 26 Jul 2024 1:56 AM (8 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has issued a Draft Request for Proposals (RFP) to further engage with industry and to continue its efforts to capture industry feedback to improve planning for the follow-on Antarctic procurement contract, Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract.
Historic records provide new insight 17 Jul 2024 1:56 AM (8 months ago)
U.S. National Science Foundation-funded researchers recently released a new study in Ecology and Evolution outlining their in-depth analysis of historic baleen plates, the comb structures that are used by some species of whales to filter food, from Southern Hemisphere blue and fin whales.
Seasonal shifts: Phenology events at the bottom of the world 15 Jul 2024 1:56 AM (8 months ago)
Climate change has affected more than the planet's temperature. As climate change has become more influential, seasonal event timing has fluctuated.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: U.S. Antarctic Program Ombudsperson 11 Jul 2024 1:56 AM (8 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation's Office of Polar Programs is seeking a qualified individual to join the Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics (AIL) Section as Program Liaison, U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Ombudsperson.
Midwinter is Celebrated Across Antarctica 27 Jun 2024 1:56 AM (9 months ago)
First celebrated in 1898 by the crew of the Belgian Antarctic Expedition, Midwinter's Day is tradition recognized by each of the 40 research stations that remain operational through the winter.
Launch Update on the USAP Sexual Assault and Harassment Climate Survey 24 May 2024 1:56 AM (10 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation will begin gathering data to support the Sexual Assault and Harassment Prevention and Response (SAHPR) Program for the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP).
AGU Travel Awards for Early-to-mid Career Faculty 21 May 2024 1:56 AM (10 months ago)
A new NSF-funded faculty travel grant to James Madison University will support up to 50 early-to-mid career faculty from under-resourced U.S. undergraduate-focused institutions, such as Emerging Research Institutions (ERIs), Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), and community colleges (2YCs) to attend, in person, the AGU24 annual meeting in Washington, D.C., this fall.
National Security Memorandum on United States Policy on the Antarctic Region 17 May 2024 1:56 AM (10 months ago)
Today, President Biden signed a National Security Memorandum (NSM) on United States Policy on the Antarctic Region, just ahead of the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting.
National Security Memorandum on United States Policy on the Antarctic Region 17 May 2024 1:56 AM (10 months ago)
Today, President Biden signed a National Security Memorandum (NSM) on United States Policy on the Antarctic Region, just ahead of the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting.
Update on the NSF South Pole Station Master Planning Process 16 May 2024 1:56 AM (10 months ago)
The draft South Pole Station Master Plan (SPSMP) has been made available for public comment via the United States Federal Register.
Update on the NSF South Pole Station Master Planning Process 16 May 2024 1:56 AM (10 months ago)
The draft South Pole Station Master Plan (SPSMP) has been made available for public comment via the United States Federal Register.
Request for Information: Transport Aircraft in support of NSF 8 May 2024 1:56 AM (11 months ago)
The U.S. Department of the Interior has released a Request for Information (RFI) regarding large transport aircraft capable of using wheels or skis interoperably for take-offs and landings in support of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) in Greenland and Antarctica.
Thursday, June 6, 2024: Join Webinar on New FORECAST Program 2 May 2024 1:56 AM (11 months ago)
Join NSF program directors from the Division of Research, Innovation, Synergies and Education (RISE) in the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) regarding the new Focus on Recruiting Emerging Climate and Adaptation Scientists and Transformers (FORECAST) program (NSF 24-558) in a virtual webinar to learn more about this new opportunity.
Non-Renewal of ARSV Laurence M. Gould Charter: Transition Plans for Antarctic Research Support 26 Apr 2024 1:56 AM (11 months ago)
The U.S. National Science Foundation's (NSF) Office of Polar Programs (OPP) has announced the non-renewal of the charter for the Antarctic Research and Supply Vessel (ARSV) Laurence M. Gould (LMG) following the conclusion of the 2023-24 Antarctic season.
Mr. William Kinser joins OPP's Section for Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics as a Financial Specialist 10 Apr 2024 1:56 AM (11 months ago)
The Office of Polar Programs (OPP) is pleased to welcome Mr. William Kinser as a financial specialist in the Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics (AIL) Section.
2024-2025 Antarctic Media Visit Status 3 Apr 2024 1:56 AM (last year)
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) continues to prioritize the backlog of science and critical infrastructure projects at NSF U.S. Antarctic Program stations. Considering these factors and a reduced budget environment, NSF will not be facilitating media visits to Antarctica for the upcoming 2024-2025 season.
Update on Science Support and Infrastructure in Antarctica 1 Apr 2024 1:56 AM (last year)
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Office of Polar Programs (OPP) recognizes that the Antarctic community is looking for promised updates on the infrastructure and logistics support to be provided by the United States Antarctic Program (USAP) for funded researchers during the 2024-2025 field season, and the status of the solicitation for proposals requesting USAP support in future seasons.
Join us for a Live Event about the Search for Meteorites 25 Mar 2024 1:56 AM (last year)
Antarctica is filled with visitors from space...meteorites! On April 15 at 1pm EST, Dr. James Karner will talk about his team's month-long search for these extraterrestrial messengers in Antarctica.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: Confronting Hazards, Impacts and Risks for a Resilient Planet (CHIRRP) 21 Mar 2024 1:56 AM (last year)
The Confronting Hazards, Impacts and Risks for a Resilient Planet Program (CHIRRP) invites projects focusing on innovative and transformative research that advances Earth system hazard knowledge and risk mitigation in partnership with affected communities.
EVENT: Live - Antarctic Meteorites and the Origin of Our Solar System 11 Mar 2024 1:56 AM (last year)
On April 15 at 1:00 PM EST, join Dr. James Karner from the University of Utah's Department of Geology & Geophysics, as he talks about his recent work as part of ANSMET.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Physical Science Administrator (Program Director) 26 Feb 2024 12:56 AM (last year)
The Antarctic Sciences Section (ANT) of the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Program Director in Antarctic Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences (AOAS).
Dr. Jean Cottam Allen joins the Office of Polar Programs as Acting Director 26 Feb 2024 12:56 AM (last year)
On February 26, 2024, Dr. Jean Cottam Allen joined as Acting Director for the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO).
Request for Proposal: Antarctic Research Vessel Integrator 21 Feb 2024 12:56 AM (last year)
The U.S. maintains a world-class science program in Antarctica to advance the frontiers of knowledge and to ensure an active and influential role in the Antarctic Treaty System, now in force for over 50 years.
Update Regarding Antarctic Research Solicitation 24 Jan 2024 12:56 AM (last year)
The U.S. National Science Foundation's Office of Polar Programs (OPP) supports innovative, field-based, Antarctic research that advances fundamental, and systems-level understanding of the rapidly changing Antarctic environment; investigates the relationship between Antarctica and global systems; and supports transformative research in astronomy and astrophysics.
It's a Team Effort to Launch a 940-Foot-Tall Balloon 19 Jan 2024 12:56 AM (last year)
Launching a balloon that is 940-feet tall at launch is no easy task. It takes teams of scientists, experts, engineers, technicians and support staff from NASA and the USAP.
New desktop study on Antarctica's potential subsea telecommunications cable 27 Dec 2023 12:56 AM (last year)
NSF announces the release of a comprehensive desktop study (DTS) assessing the feasibility of connecting NSF's McMurdo Station to either Australia or New Zealand via a subsea telecommunications cable through the South Pacific region.
New desktop study on Antarctica's potential subsea telecommunications cable 27 Dec 2023 12:56 AM (last year)
NSF announces the release of a comprehensive desktop study (DTS) assessing the feasibility of connecting NSF's McMurdo Station to either Australia or New Zealand via a subsea telecommunications cable through the South Pacific region.
EVENT: Live - What Polar Ice Cores Tell Us About Our Climate 15 Dec 2023 12:56 AM (last year)
Join us for a live event from the U.S. National Science Foundation Ice Core Facility (NSF-ICF), which stores, curates, and studies meteoric ice cores recovered from the glaciated regions of the world.
Dear Colleague Letter: Request for Information - Technologies to Enable Observations in Remote-Extreme Environments 22 Nov 2023 12:56 AM (last year)
With this Dear Colleague Letter (DCL), "Request for Information (RFI) on Technologies to Enable Observations in Remote-Extreme Environments," the National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) seeks broad input to answer the question, "What new technologies would allow transformative advances in accessing data and observations from remote-extreme environments (e.g., polar regions, under the sea and seafloor, deep within the Earth's crust, in the air, etc.)?"
OPP welcomes Taiylor Russell as a Student Trainee (Administrative) 22 Nov 2023 12:56 AM (last year)
The Office of Polar Programs is pleased to welcome Taiylor Russell as OPP's Student Trainee (Administrative).
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Interdisciplinary Program Director, Antarctic Glaciology Program 9 Nov 2023 12:56 AM (last year)
The National Science Foundation is seeking a qualified candidate for an Interdisciplinary (Program Director) position for the Antarctic Glaciology Program within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), Office of Polar Programs (OPP) in Alexandria, VA.
Update on U.S. Antarctic Program Testing of Electronic Submission for Physical Qualification (PQ) documents 24 Oct 2023 1:56 AM (last year)
In the continued effort for process improvement and modernization for the U.S. Antarctic Program, the Office of Polar Programs, through the primary contractor Leidos, has successfully completed the testing process for the electronic submission of Physical Qualification (PQ) documents.
Opportunities to Engage with NSF's SAHPR Office During 2023-24 Antarctic Summer Season 17 Oct 2023 1:56 AM (last year)
Over the past year, NSF's Sexual Assault and Harassment Prevention and Response (SAHPR) Office has been working hard to ensure that all U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) stations, field sites, and NSF-funded science and education programs are free from sexual assault and harassment.
Dear Colleague Letter: Physical Scientist (Program Director) 16 Oct 2023 1:56 AM (last year)
The Office of Polar Programs (OPP) is searching for a Program Director (Temporary/Rotator) for Polar Cyberinfrastructure and Novel Technology Development.
The Office of Polar Program's Antarctic Science Section welcomes Cody Barnett as a new Science Assistant 10 Oct 2023 1:56 AM (last year)
Cody Barnett is joining OPP from the University of Kansas (KU), where he recently received his M.S. in Geology.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Office Director, Office of Polar Programs 2 Oct 2023 1:56 AM (last year)
The Office of Polar Programs (OPP) initiates and manages funding for research and support activities in the Arctic and the Antarctic. The OPP Director provides executive leadership on the strategic planning and management of polar research and operations and serves as the principal advisor to other agencies. This position is a Senior Executive Service position. Applications are due by October 25, 2023.
EVENT: OPP Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (OPP-PRF) Program Office Hour 2 Oct 2023 1:44 AM (last year)
On October 24 from 3-4PM EST, the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) is hosting an office hour on the OPP postdoctoral research fellowship (OPP-PRF) program. Topics will include the program, eligibility, the application process, and NSF review criteria.
Updated Guidance on the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza - Environmental Update for USAP Personnel 26 Sep 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
There is a high risk that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI H5N1) will arrive in the Southern Ocean during the 2023/24 austral summer.
Updated Guidance on the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza - Environmental Update for USAP Personnel 26 Sep 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
There is a high risk that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI H5N1) will arrive in the Southern Ocean during the 2023/24 austral summer.
Response to Antarctic Sea Ice Community 21 Sep 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
Earlier this year, the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) received a letter from researchers who depend on sea ice around McMurdo Station to conduct their research.
Response to Antarctic Sea Ice Community 21 Sep 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
Earlier this year, the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) received a letter from researchers who depend on sea ice around McMurdo Station to conduct their research.
The NSF Office of Polar Programs awards $3.8 million to early-career scientists 12 Sep 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Office of Polar Programs (OPP) has awarded $3.8 million to early-career scientists as part of the OPP Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (PRF) Program.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Program Manager - Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract 22 Aug 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics (AIL) Section within the Office of Polar Programs, Geosciences Directorate is looking for a qualified candidate for the position of Program Manager - Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract.
Morale Program Initiatives for the U.S. Antarctic Program 2023-24 Season 4 Aug 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
For the upcoming Antarctic research season (2023-2024), NSF is implementing several changes to morale-related activities across the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP).
Morale Program Initiatives for the U.S. Antarctic Program 2023-24 Season 4 Aug 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
For the upcoming Antarctic research season (2023-2024), NSF is implementing several changes to morale-related activities across the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP).
Process to build a new pier at McMurdo Station Begins 2 Aug 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The National Science Foundation's U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) has begun work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to design, build, deliver, and install a floating barge pier at McMurdo Station in Antarctica.
New Polar Physical Qualification Webpage 17 Jul 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The Office of Polar Programs has released a series of webpages to assist Arctic and Antarctic travelers navigating the Physical Qualification (PQ) process.
Upcoming South Pole Station Master Plan Charrette 12 Jul 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
As part of the South Pole Master Planning process, a planning charrette will be held virtually in August.
Stations Across Antarctica Celebrate the Halfway Point of the Cold, Dark Winter 21 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
First celebrated in 1898 by the crew of the Belgian Antarctic Expedition, Midwinter's Day has become a tradition across the continent.
Master planning begins for the future of the South Pole Station 20 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The United States Antarctic Program (USAP) has begun work on a Master Plan for the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station.
Master planning begins for the future of the South Pole Station 20 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The United States Antarctic Program (USAP) has begun work on a Master Plan for the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station.
Dear Colleague Letter: 2023 Update on Science Support and Infrastructure in Antarctica 12 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
Since the last NSF update in April 2022, the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to severely impact the OPP's ability to support science on the continent.
Dear Colleague Letter: 2023 Update on Science Support and Infrastructure in Antarctica 12 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
Since the last NSF update in April 2022, the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to severely impact the OPP's ability to support science on the continent.
Updated COVID-19 Management Plan for the U.S. Antarctic Program 2023-24 Season 12 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
For this season USAP will focus efforts on identifying and managing individuals who are symptomatic and require clinic-level care.
Updated COVID-19 Management Plan for the U.S. Antarctic Program 2023-24 Season 12 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
For this season USAP will focus efforts on identifying and managing individuals who are symptomatic and require clinic-level care.
USAP Begins Testing of Electronic Submission for PQ Documents 1 Jun 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
In the ongoing efforts to improve and modernize processes for the U.S. Antarctic Program, the Office of Polar Programs, through the primary contractor Leidos, will begin testing a new process for the submission of Physical Qualification (PQ) documents for participants.
Dear Colleague Letter: Opportunity for Graduate Students Supplemental Funding to Link Geosciences and Human Health 25 May 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
To better understand and combat the negative impacts of environmental change on human health, the NSF Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) proposes an opportunity for graduate students, supported by NSF awards, to participate in a paid, non-academic, internship.
Job Opportunity: Physical Science Administrator (Program Director), Antarctic Sciences 4 May 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The NSF Office of Polar Programs, Antarctic Sciences Section, is seeking a qualified candidate for a Physical Science Administrator (Program Director) for the Antarctic Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences (AOAS) Program.
UPDATE: 2023-2024 Media visits to Antarctica 2 May 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly limited research opportunities in Antarctica in the past few years. As the health and safety of the polar research community continues to be NSF's top priority, the NSF Office of Polar Programs is working to evaluate COVID-19 protocols for the upcoming Antarctic season.
EVENT: Ad Hoc Meeting for the Advisory Committee for Polar Programs 28 Apr 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
An ad hoc meeting of the Advisory Committee for the Office of Polar Programs will be on May 17, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST.
EVENT: Crevasse Webinar Series 17 Apr 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
In June 2021, NSF sponsored the Crevasse Risk Management and Safety Workshop. In continuing the conversations of this workshop, the NSF Office of Polar Programs is hosting a four-part webinar series on using technology to increase the ability to detect crevasses, an essential need while doing fieldwork in rapidly changing, ice-laden landscapes.
Dear Colleague Letter: Research Collaboration Opportunity in Europe for NSF Awardees 11 Apr 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
To further scientific and technological cooperation between the United States and the European Community, the National Science Foundation and the European Research Council signed an Implementing Arrangement on October 29, 2019, to enable U.S.-based scientists and engineers with active NSF awards, particularly those early in their careers, to pursue research collaboration with European colleagues supported through EU-funded European Research Council (ERC) grants.
Announcing Launch of NSF Antarctic Helpline 10 Apr 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
Do you know about the new NSF Antarctic Helpline? The NSF Antarctic Helpline is a 24/7 crisis support service exclusively for members of the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) community.
Announcing Launch of NSF Antarctic Helpline 10 Apr 2023 7:26 AM (last year)
Do you know about the new NSF Antarctic Helpline? The NSF Antarctic Helpline is a 24/7 crisis support service exclusively for members of the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) community.
EVENT: Spring Office of Polar Programs (OPP) Advisory Committee Meeting 17 Mar 2023 7:26 AM (2 years ago)
The Spring Advisory Committee Meeting for the Office of Polar Programs will be held on April 12 and 13, 2023.
USAP COVID-19 Protocol Review Process 10 Mar 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
In preparation for the 2023-24 research season, the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) will undertake a multi-step process to establish protocols to manage the continuing risks presented by COVID-19 to our deployers.
USAP COVID-19 Protocol Review Process 10 Mar 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
In preparation for the 2023-24 research season, the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) will undertake a multi-step process to establish protocols to manage the continuing risks presented by COVID-19 to our deployers.
Coast Guard icebreaker visits Palmer Station for first time in 35 years 10 Mar 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
The visit was an opportunity for the vessel to see Palmer's new pier and interact with station personnel on its way back to the United States.
Balloon-borne telescopes take baby pictures of the cosmos 5 Mar 2023 11:52 PM (2 years ago)
The SPIDER instrument has finished its 16-day voyage through the stratosphere above Antarctica, completing the second and final flight of its mission to search for evidence of gravitational waves from the earliest moments of the universe.
EVENT: Live from Antarctica - In search of worms and gooey invertebrates 3 Mar 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
POSTPONED: Due to delays boarding our research vessel we are postponing this event. For those who have already registered, you will automatically get reregistered for the new date. For anyone who hasn't registered yet, register now! We will continue to provide updates to those whose emails we have through this registration page.
Dr. William Ambrose Joins OPP as Program Director in the Antarctic Sciences Section 27 Feb 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
Dr. William Ambrose has been selected as a Permanent Federal Program Director in the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) in the Antarctic Sciences Section and will serve as the Antarctic Organisms and Ecosystems Program Director.
Gina Selig Joins the Office of Polar Programs as the 2023 Knauss Marine Policy Fellow 27 Feb 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
The Office of Polar Programs is pleased to welcome Gina Selig as the 2023 Knauss Marine Policy Fellow.
Merger of the NSF Advisory Committees for Geosciences and Polar Programs 17 Feb 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
In 2022, the NSF Office of the Director engaged the Assistant Director for Geosciences (GEO) and the Head of the NSF GEO Office of Polar Programs (OPP) to discuss the consolidation of their separate advisory committees into a single Advisory Committee focused on the whole Earth system. After discussions with the GEO and OPP Advisory Committee chairs, we are pleased to announce that the Advisory Committee for Geosciences and the Advisory Committee for the Office of Polar Programs will merge into one Advisory Committee of Geosciences effective July 1, 2023.
EVENT: Live from Antarctica - In search of worms and gooey invertebrates 14 Feb 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
POSTPONED: Due to delays boarding our research vessel we are postponing this event. For those who have already registered, you will automatically get reregistered for the new date. For anyone who hasn't registered yet, register now! We will continue to provide updates to those whose emails we have through this registration page.
Dear Colleague Letter: Supporting Open Polar Research Software 9 Feb 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
Federal agencies are celebrating 2023 as a Year of Open Science. Open software tools, libraries, frameworks, and data are playing increasingly prominent and impactful roles in activities supported by the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) in the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), as they are across federally funded research.
Future plans for USAP vessel support by the ARSV Laurence M. Gould 2 Feb 2023 6:26 AM (2 years ago)
The ARSV Laurence M. Gould (LMG) has been successfully supporting the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) in the Southern Ocean since 1997.