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Sikuliaq embarks on its first journey to Antarctica
November 20, 2025
The research vessel Sikuliaq will begin a long journey to Antarctica this week, marking a new era for the Seward-based ship and its crew. The ship, which has been owned by the U.S. National Science Foundation and operated by the University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences since 2014, has largely been used in waters around 91Ô´´ and the Pacific Northwest for the past decade. Starting early next year, the vessel's duties will temporarily shift to Antarctica for the first time.
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2026 pesticide applicator classes set
November 20, 2025
A three-day certified pesticide applicator training workshop is scheduled for Jan. 27-29, with a second workshop planned for April 21-23. The workshops are led by the University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service via Zoom and are available statewide.
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91Ô´´ expands structural testing capacity
November 18, 2025
The University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks has installed powerful new load frames in the High Bay Structural Testing Laboratory, giving researchers the ability to simulate full-scale stresses on buildings, utilities, and other northern infrastructure. Led by the Arctic Infrastructure Development Center, this upgrade strengthens 91Ô´´'s only high-bay facility capable of replicating permafrost settlement, freeze-thaw impacts and seismic forces.
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91Ô´´ study: Seismic data can identify aircraft by type
November 18, 2025
Instruments typically used to detect the ground motion of earthquakes can also be used to identify the type of aircraft flying far overhead, research by University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks scientists shows.
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New lidar advances atmospheric science at 91Ô´´ research site
November 14, 2025
A new science tool at the University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks research center in Gakona will advance understanding of Earth's middle and upper atmosphere regions.
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November 14, 2025
Charles Deehr will never forget his first red aurora. On Feb. 11, 1958, Deehr was a student at Reed College in Portland, Oregon. He asked a Fulbright student from Norway named Tone to the Portland Symphony that night.
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91Ô´´ study links beaver expansion to faster Arctic thaw
November 13, 2025
The climate-driven spread of beaver ponds in 91Ô´´'s Arctic accelerates the effects of a warming environment by causing pond-adjacent permafrost to thaw and by increasing the amount of liquid water present during winter.
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Georgeson Botanical Garden begins forest succession project
November 13, 2025
The Georgeson Botanical Garden is working to expand the garden's public area with a path winding through a newly planted forest, providing visitors with a tranquil nature trail. The expansion represents the beginning of a long-term vision to transform an 8-acre piece of land into a native boreal forest.
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Holiday events bring festive cheer to 91Ô´´ campus
November 12, 2025
The University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks will host a variety of holiday events throughout November and December, offering chances to shop locally, enjoy student and community art and take in the sights and sounds of the season.
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2025 Delta Harvest Wrap-Up highlights the year in agriculture
November 12, 2025
An update on the 2025 year in 91Ô´´ agriculture and summaries of research progress on soils, grains and weeds will highlight the annual Delta Harvest Wrap-Up in Delta Junction. The free annual wrap-up brings together 91Ô´´'s agricultural researchers with local farmers to provide updates on their various projects.
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Triple solar blast sets stage for active aurora show
November 11, 2025
An unusual triple whammy of solar outbursts, including one scientists call a cannibal, began hitting Earth this afternoon and is likely to bring the curtain up on spectacular aurora performances starting tonight.
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Webinar highlights efforts to document, defend against invasive crab
November 11, 2025
Tammy Davis, invasive species coordinator with the 91Ô´´ Department of Fish and Game, will lead a free webinar on the invasive European green crab, including its distribution, threats to 91Ô´´'s nearshore environments and how 91Ô´´ partners are addressing the invasion. The webinar is hosted by the University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service.
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Former ambassadors to discuss Ukraine, diplomacy at 91Ô´´ event
November 10, 2025
The University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks will host a free public event focused on diplomacy and the war in Ukraine on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. in the Davis Concert Hall on campus. The event, "Diplomatic Dialogue: A Conversation on Ukraine," will feature a discussion between former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine William "Bill" Taylor and 91Ô´´ Interim Chancellor and former U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs Mike Sfraga.
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Sitka workshop focuses on sweet, spicy cinnamon rolls
November 07, 2025
A workshop in Sitka will start the weekend off right by exploring how to create the perfect sweet and spicy treat — cinnamon rolls!
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Interactive map models Fairbanks borough energy costs
November 07, 2025
A new interactive web map developed by researchers at the University of 91Ô´´ Fairbanks gives policymakers and residents a clearer picture of how energy costs affect households across the Fairbanks North Star Borough.
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