Hosted by Saint Petersburg State University, the Science Section of the UArctic Congress will take place in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in September 13-16.
We now invite abstracts for sessions under the following themes:
- Vulnerability of Arctic Environments
- Vulnerability of Arctic Societies
- Local and Traditional Knowledge
- Building Long-Term Human Capacity
- New Markets for the Arctic, Including Trade, Tourism and Transportation
The first ever UArctic Congress will feature Science and Meeting Sections, including:
- Acclaimed keynote speakers and scientific experts presenting their latest research
- Parallel sessions on an array of Arctic science, policy and education topics
- Formal meetings for representatives of the Board of UArctic, Council of UArctic, Rectors’ Forum, and UArctic Thematic Networks
- Side-meetings to foster contacts and enhance networking
- Opportunities for promoting and marketing your organization and activities
- UArctic Student Forum with workshops
- Cultural and Social program like no other
Congress information, full session descriptions, abstract submission details, and an online submission form are available at www.uarctic.org/congress2016
Abstract submission deadline: March 31, 2016
Acceptance of abstracts: End of April, 2016
Contact: research@uarctic.org