Swiss professional sailor Oliver Heer will present his project at ETHZ on 4 March: while racing in the Vendée Globe 2024 and navigating around Antarctica, he will be collecting forefront environmental data. The project is part of a collaboration with the Swiss Polar Institute, which has brought together a group of […]
A Canal9 | Kanal9 documentary film (2023, 52 min., original version in French, English subtitles). The screening will take place in SPI's Reading Room, in the presence of film director Hugo Cousino. Programme: 17:30 - Welcome 17:45 - Screening 18:45 - Discussion 19:00 - Aperitif Free admission. Due to […]
From administrative hurdles to equipment failure and changing weather conditions, fieldwork can become a tumultuous experience hindering scientific research. In this event, speakers from diverse backgrounds will share their experience and perspectives on planning a successful field campaign. This event is specifically designed for early-career researchers to learn more about […]
In collaboration with the Swiss Polar Institute, Ferme-Asile organises a guided tour of the GRAND NORD exhibition in the company of a scientist and an artist for a polyphonic exchange as they comment on the exhibited artworks and put their perspectives in dialogue. The tour will be in French only. […]
Fieldwork is an integral part of geoscience research. A positive and supportive group culture is an essential part of ensuring that field teams can be maximally productive and safe during field campaigns. In this course led by Mylène Jacquemart, postdoctoral researcher at ETH Zurich, we will cover leadership and communication […]
This event is the annual gathering of the Swiss polar science community and includes national and international keynotes, networking opportunities and updates on recent developments in polar research. The Swiss Polar Day 2024 will be held in Fribourg. We are looking forward seeing you there! The registration is now open: […]