Education and Outreach | The Arctic Challenge for Sustainability II (ArCS II) https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e We will promote advanced and interdisciplinary research on the Arctic, aiming for the social implementation of the results. Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:33:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.5 ArCS II News Letter No.9 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/newsletter-9/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:02:35 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=4534 ArCS II News Letter No.9 PDF ArCS II Newsletter No. 9 is published. The feature article “Towards Capacity Building Development for the Next Generation of Arctic Researchers” outlines early career researcher’s activities under the Priority Subject 1. No.9　Contents Towards Capacity Building Development for the Next Generation of Arctic Researchers The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research) Arctic research results to public Profile of Researcher

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ArCS II Newsletter No. 9 is published.

The feature article “Towards Capacity Building Development for the Next Generation of Arctic Researchers” outlines early career researcher’s activities under the Priority Subject 1.

No.9　Contents

  • Towards Capacity Building Development for the Next Generation of Arctic Researchers
  • The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research)
  • Arctic research results to public
  • Profile of Researcher

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    ]]>         “Secrets of the Arctic” -WEB version- https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/2024_himitsu_web/ Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:07:25 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=4194 This is a series of 3-minute videos (six episodes in all) introducing “Secrets of the Arctic,” a booklet for children about the Arctic and Arctic observation published by the National Institute of Polar Research. Pole, the polar bear, and his friends, the mascots of the Polar Science Museum at NIPR, introduce various wonders and questions about the Arctic in an easy-to-understand manner. Please enjoy these videos with your family or at school. “Secrets of the Arctic” -Web version- All episodes Episode 1 “What is the Arctic like?”, “How are the Arctic and the Antarctic different?” Episode 2 “Animals in the Arctic”, “Are there penguins in the Arctic, too?” Episode 3 […]

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    This is a series of 3-minute videos (six episodes in all) introducing “Secrets of the Arctic,” a booklet for children about the Arctic and Arctic observation published by the National Institute of Polar Research. Pole, the polar bear, and his friends, the mascots of the Polar Science Museum at NIPR, introduce various wonders and questions about the Arctic in an easy-to-understand manner. Please enjoy these videos with your family or at school.

    “Secrets of the Arctic” -Web version- All episodes

         		Episode 1 “What is the Arctic like?”, “How are the Arctic and the Antarctic different?”
    		Episode 2 “Animals in the Arctic”, “Are there penguins in the Arctic, too?”
    		Episode 3 “Plants in the Arctic”, “The tundra is a treasure trove of living things”
    		Episode 4 “When did humans first come to the Arctic?”, “Indigenous peoples and the Mythology of the Northern Lights”
    		Episode 5 “The ice in the Arctic is melting!”, “Is there anything good about global warming?”
    		Episode 6 “Arctic climate change is a global problem”, “Is there an ideal location for scientists in the Arctic?”

     

    The Arctic Information Channel provides a variety of videos related to the Arctic.

    You may download a PDF version of a booklet ”Secrets of the Arctic” on the following page.

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    ]]>         Report of the Second International Advisory Board https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/iab-report-2024/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:10:41 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=4236 Report of the Second International Advisory Board PDF Report of the second International Advisory Board, which was held on February 15-16, 2024, has been issued. Related Contents IAB (International Advisory Board)｜ArCS II Management

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    Report of the Second International Advisory Board PDF

    Report of the second International Advisory Board, which was held on February 15-16, 2024, has been issued.

    Related Contents

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    ]]>         ArCS II News Letter No.8 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/newsletter-8/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 23:49:51 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=4094 ArCS II News Letter No.8 PDF ArCS II Newsletter No. 8 is published. The feature article “Accelerating Research Activities in the Arctic- Overcoming the Pandemic” outlines three activities: research observations on Ellesmere Island, Canada, and in the glacier regions of Alaska, United States, and collaboration with indigenous people in Inari, Finland. No.8　Contents Accelerating Research Activities in the Arctic- Overcoming the Pandemic The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research) Activity Report for Open Cruise in the Arctic Ocean on Training Ship Oshoro-maru of Hokkaido University Outreach Activities Profile of Researcher

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    ArCS II News Letter No.8 PDF

    ArCS II Newsletter No. 8 is published.

    The feature article “Accelerating Research Activities in the Arctic- Overcoming the Pandemic” outlines three activities: research observations on Ellesmere Island, Canada, and in the glacier regions of Alaska, United States, and collaboration with indigenous people in Inari, Finland.

    No.8　Contents

  • Accelerating Research Activities in the Arctic- Overcoming the Pandemic
  • The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research)
  • Activity Report for Open Cruise in the Arctic Ocean on Training Ship Oshoro-maru of Hokkaido University
  • Outreach Activities
  • Profile of Researcher

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    ]]>         ArCS II News Letter No.7 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/newsletter-7/ Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:14:33 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=3857 ArCS II News Letter No.7 PDF ArCS II Newsletter No. 7 is published. The feature article “Real Voices from Arctic Indigenous Peoples – Review for the 2nd ArCS II Public Lecture” is an overview by Mr. Ryo Kusaka (Institute of Low Temperature Science, Hokkaido University), who is one of the panelists of the public lecture and working on ArCS II coastal environments program. No.7　Contents Real Voices from Arctic Indigenous Peoples – Review for the 2nd ArCS II Public Lecture The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research) Activity Reports for International Research Exchange Program Social Implementation (Arctic Sea Ice Forecast for 2023) Profile of Researcher

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    ArCS II News Letter No.7 PDF

    ArCS II Newsletter No. 7 is published.

    The feature article “Real Voices from Arctic Indigenous Peoples – Review for the 2nd ArCS II Public Lecture” is an overview by Mr. Ryo Kusaka (Institute of Low Temperature Science, Hokkaido University), who is one of the panelists of the public lecture and working on ArCS II coastal environments program.

    No.7　Contents

  • Real Voices from Arctic Indigenous Peoples – Review for the 2nd ArCS II Public Lecture
  • The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research)
  • Activity Reports for International Research Exchange Program
  • Social Implementation (Arctic Sea Ice Forecast for 2023)
  • Profile of Researcher

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    ]]>         ArCS II News Letter No.6 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/newsletter-6/ Thu, 02 Feb 2023 05:44:22 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=3488 ArCS II News Letter No.6 PDF ArCS II News Letter No. 6 is published. The feature article “Continuity and Challenge – FY2022 R/V Mirai Arctic Cruise” interviews the Chief Scientist of the oceanographic research vessel MIRAI Arctic cruise in the summer of 2022. No.6　Contents Continuity and Challenge – FY2022 R/V Mirai Arctic Cruise The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research) Observation Supports Research (1st Half of FY2022) ArCS II Outreach Activities Profile of Researcher

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    ArCS II News Letter No. 6 is published.

    The feature article “Continuity and Challenge – FY2022 R/V Mirai Arctic Cruise” interviews the Chief Scientist of the oceanographic research vessel MIRAI Arctic cruise in the summer of 2022.

    No.6　Contents

  • Continuity and Challenge – FY2022 R/V Mirai Arctic Cruise
  • The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research)
  • Observation Supports Research (1st Half of FY2022)
  • ArCS II Outreach Activities
  • Profile of Researcher

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    ]]>         Announcement of the 2nd ArCS II Public Lecture “Indigenous Peoples’ Lives and Culture in the Arctic – Living in the Era of Global Warming” https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/seminar2023-03-11/ Wed, 01 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=3428 the 2nd ArCS II Public Lecture flyer PDF The Inuit, Saami, and other indigenous peoples have lived in the Arctic for more than several thousand years. They have established their unique lifestyle and culture, including hunting and nomadism. In the first part, indigenous peoples from Northern Europe will introduce their history, culture, and lifestyle. Living in close contact with nature, they are vulnerable to the effects of rapid Arctic warming. They will also introduce the impact of environmental changes caused by Arctic warming on lifestyles, as well as the new challenges and benefits that have emerged. The second part is a panel discussion. Young Japanese researchers active in the field […]

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    The Inuit, Saami, and other indigenous peoples have lived in the Arctic for more than several thousand years. They have established their unique lifestyle and culture, including hunting and nomadism.

    In the first part, indigenous peoples from Northern Europe will introduce their history, culture, and lifestyle. Living in close contact with nature, they are vulnerable to the effects of rapid Arctic warming. They will also introduce the impact of environmental changes caused by Arctic warming on lifestyles, as well as the new challenges and benefits that have emerged.

    The second part is a panel discussion. Young Japanese researchers active in the field of Arctic studies and part 1 speakers will discuss the impact of Arctic warming on indigenous societies and clues to solving the issues from diverse perspectives.

    *As a pre-event, the Arctic board game “The Arctic” experience will be held before noon on the same day.

    Outline

    • Date and time: March 11, 2023 (Sat), 13:00-16:00 (Japan Standard Time, GMT +9), door opens at 12:30
    • Venue: In-Person, Hitotsubashi Hall  , National Center of Sciences Building 2F, 2-1-2 Hitotsubashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (Online live streaming services are NOT available）
    • Organizers: National Institute of Polar Research, Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology, Hokkaido University
    • Capacity: 200 people (first-come-first-served basis)
    • Target : Anyone who is interested
    • Language: Japanese, English *Simultaneous Japanese-English interpretation available
    • Registration: Pre-registration is required via the registration form . Free of charge.

    Program

    13:00-14:30 Opening remarks

    Part 1: Lecture “Life and Culture of the Arctic Indigenous Peoples”
    　Speaker 1: Navarana K’avigak’ Sørensen
    　 (Inuit cultural educator)
    　Speaker 2: Rune Fjellheim
    　 (Former Head of the Arctic and Environment Unit, Saami Council)
    14:30-14:50 Intermission
    14:50-16:00 Part 2: Panel Discussion “How to Face the Era of Arctic Warming”
    　Moderator: Yuya Nishimura (NPO MIRA TUKU, esse-sense Inc.)
    　Panelists: Ryo Kusaka (Hokkaido University)、Kaori Ishii (Tohoku University)、Navarana K’avigak’ Sørensen, Rune Fjellheim

    Closing Remarks

    Speakers

    Navarana K’avigak’ Sørensen

    (Inuit cultural educator)
    Born in Uummannaq in the Thule district of northwest Greenland, she moved to Qaanaaq in northwest Greenland as a child. She has worked as a translator and interpreter in Greenland, as well as a cultural researcher, storyteller, and traditional Thule drum dancer. She has worked with filmmakers from various countries for many years and appeared in the documentary film “Katinngat (Vanishing Point)” for the National Film Production Board of Canada. She currently lives in Denmark.

    Rune Fjellheim

    (Former Head of the Arctic and Environment Unit, Saami Council)
    He grew up in an Arctic indigenous Saami community. He has been involved in Arctic and indigenous issues since his student days. After graduation, he worked in policy making and development for the Saami Parliament of Norway, the Saami Council, and the Arctic Council. He currently runs a consultancy company, which aims to provide an in-depth understanding of Arctic issues from various perspectives. His specialties include Arctic policy issues, indigenous policy development, multilateral negotiations, climate change, and Saami issues.

    Ryo Kusaka

    (Institute of Low Temperature Science, Hokkaido University)
    Since the summer of his second year in high school, he has frequently visited Inuit villages in northwestern Greenland to live with the local people. Currently, he conducts research using experimental methods to reveal the wisdom that the local people have cultivated over the years, such as evaluating the performance of fur clothing for seals and foxes and analyzing the structure of dog sleds. His hobbies include skiing, mountain climbing, traveling, and collecting furs.

    Kaori Ishii

    (Center for Northeast Asian Studies, Tohoku University)
    Her goal is to understand from multiple perspectives how waste pollution problems emerge with changes in society and the natural environment, and how people respond to them, and to contribute to solutions. She has conducted research in remote villages in Alaska, focusing on the resident’s perceptions of the problems and their relationships with government and non-profit organizations. Her hobbies include walking and redecorating her room.

    Yuya Nishimura

    (NPO MIRA TUKU, esse-sense Inc.)
    He holds a Master’s degree in Human Sciences from Osaka University. He is involved in building innovation platforms that transcend sectors, occupations, and domains, and in supporting major companies in creating businesses, launching R&D projects, and searching for future trends. In the web media “esse-sense”, in collaboration with ArCS II, he is currently publishing interviews with experts working on cutting-edge research in the Arctic.

    Pre-event: Experience the Arctic Board Game “The Arctic”

    The Arctic board game “The Arctic ” is a game about the present and future of the Arctic. What is happening in the Arctic? What research and policies are needed? Take on the role of an Arctic researcher, an indigenous person, or a developer and experience the transition of the Arctic!

    • Date and time: March 11, 2023 (Sat) 11:00-11:45 (Meet at 10:50)
    • Venue: Hitotsubashi Hall , 2F Conference Room 4
    • Capacity: 30 (first-come-first-served basis)
    • Target: Higher elementary school students to general
    • Languages: Japanese, English
    • Registration: Please access the registration form  for the public lecture and select “Yes” for the question about the board game experience. (Pre-registration required, free of charge)
      *This event is for those who will attend the public lecture. Please note that you cannot participate only in the Arctic board game.

    For Participants

    • The programs are subject to change.
    • In the second part of the panel discussion, live polling and questions to the panelists will be available via the interaction tool “Slido”. We will inform you how to access “Slido” in early March.
    • There will be no lunch available for those who participated in “The Arctic” board game. Please plan to find your lunch outside of the venue.
    • At this event, measures will be taken to prevent infection and the spread of COVID-19.

    Contact

    Arctic Environment Research Center
    National Institute of Polar Research (NIPR)
    ArCS II Secretariat
    E-mail:

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    ]]>         ArCS II News Letter No.5 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/newsletter-5/ Mon, 01 Aug 2022 01:03:37 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=2927 ArCS II Newsletter No.5 PDF In the feature article “Challenging the Mystery of Arctic Climate Change,” researchers who are working on the ArCS II atmospheric task explain their recent research results. No.5　Contents Challenging the Mystery of Arctic Climate Change The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research) Arctic Sea Ice Forecast for 2022 ArCS II International Law Briefing Paper Series ArCS II Outreach Activities Profile of Researcher

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    ArCS II Newsletter No.5 PDF

    In the feature article “Challenging the Mystery of Arctic Climate Change,” researchers who are working on the ArCS II atmospheric task explain their recent research results.

    No.5　Contents

  • Challenging the Mystery of Arctic Climate Change
  • The Frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released research)
  • Arctic Sea Ice Forecast for 2022
  • ArCS II International Law Briefing Paper Series
  • ArCS II Outreach Activities
  • Profile of Researcher

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    ]]>         Activity Map of ArCS II Project – WEB version – https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/arcs2mapweb/ Fri, 13 May 2022 08:26:32 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=2643 Enjoy learning natural environmental elements and research topics of the Arctic with these contents. Click the icon to show its description. You can click on the icon on the map for a pop-up description. Activity Map of ArCS II Project -poster version- You may download a poster version of the Activity Map of ArCS II on the following page. Activity Map of ArCS II Project Four Strategic Goals Strategic Goals 1 Strategic Goals 2 Strategic Goals 3 Strategic Goals 4 Priority Subjects Research Infrastructures

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    You may download a poster version of the Activity Map of ArCS II on the following page.

    Activity Map of ArCS II Project

    Four Strategic Goals

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    ]]>         ArCS II News Letter No.4 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/outreach/newsletter-4/ Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:56:13 +0000 https://www.nipr.ac.jp/arcs2/e/?post_type=outreach&p=2425 ArCS II Newsletter No.4 PDF In “Researchers talk about extreme weather in Greenland”, Arctic researchers who have been observing in Greenland gathered with extreme-event researchers to introduce the causes and effects of recent, frequent extreme-weather events in Greenland and discuss their research findings. No.4　Contents Researchers talk about extreme weather in Greenland The frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released researches.) ArCS II Outreach Activities ArCS II booth at Greenland Science Week ArCS II Outreach Class

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    ArCS II Newsletter No.4 PDF

    In “Researchers talk about extreme weather in Greenland”, Arctic researchers who have been observing in Greenland gathered with extreme-event researchers to introduce the causes and effects of recent, frequent extreme-weather events in Greenland and discuss their research findings.

    No.4　Contents

  • Researchers talk about extreme weather in Greenland
  • The frontiers of Arctic Research (Messages from researchers involved in press-released researches.)
  • ArCS II Outreach Activities
  • ArCS II booth at Greenland Science Week
  • ArCS II Outreach Class

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