News from AK CASC
This month, the Alaska Climate Adaptation Science Center took part in the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Arctic Research Open House, an event that draws hundreds of Fairbanks residents to the Troth Yeddha’ campus for a day of learning and science engagement. Researchers from across the university, including a number of AK CASC researchers, showed up to share their work through engaging activities.
Annual Report – 2024 Year in Review
The 2024 Annual Report summarizes the Alaska CASC’s achievements and initiatives, including new partnerships, staff growth, and research projects addressing climate change impacts in Alaska’s natural hazards and wildlife.
Gulkana study brings Girls* On Ice to international stage
Teslin Brannan collected data during the 2023 Girls* On Ice expedition, supported by the Alaska CASC, and presented her findings to a global audience.
2024 International Conference on Permafrost welcomes the circumpolar research community
This year’s International Conference on Permafrost in Whitehorse, Yukon drew significant participation from the Alaska CASC. Read more about the experiences of Julian Dann, Ryan Toohey, Megan Behnke and Mike DeLue at the conference.
Research connections reveal risks to mountain goats from avalanches in Southeast Alaska
Mountain goats are highly specialized for alpine life but survival requires negotiating precarious trade-offs. Findings from a long-term study by AK CASC researchers show that death from avalanches represents a widespread but previously undescribed pathway by which snow can influence populations of these mountain-adapted animals.
Join the AK CASC Team – Now hiring Post-Doctoral Fellow and Tribal Liaison
The Alaska CASC is hiring several new positions! Join our team and support climate adaptation science in Alaska.
Notice of Open Meeting
The CASC:NWBP Climate Adaptation Catalyst hiring committee will be conducting Open Meeting interviews in compliance with the Open Meetings guidelines from April 23 to April 25 via Zoom per Alaska Statute 44.62.310 and UA Regulation R02.06.020.