Summary: The slow-down of the Southern Ocean circulation, a dramatic drop in the extent of sea ice and unprecedented heatwaves are all raising concerns that Antarctica may be approaching tipping points.
Summary: Researchers returned recently from a 6-week research voyage aboard the RV Tangaroa to the Southern Ocean and Ross Sea region of Antarctica. A total of 333 trace metal concentration and 130 trace metal isotope samples were collected, including characterisation of sea ice and glacial ice. Here's Cliff Law's highlights.
Summary: As New Zealanders search for the summer sun, 38 researchers and crew will board RV Tangaroa tomorrow for a six-week science voyage deep into the waters of Antarctica.
Summary: Updates from our teams on the field, research highlights from 2021/22, and save the date for the New Zealand – Australia Antarctic Science Conference 2023.
Summary: Antarctic Ice Sheet has the greatest potential to significantly raise sea levels and disrupt global ocean circulation. A team of researchers are working to better understand what the future may hold. These are some highlights from 2021/22.