What we can learn from the Last Ice Area

The Arctic Ocean’s last ice sanctuary is the focus of intense scientific research. Discover the story of researchers Mathieu Ardyna et Warwick Vincent at the heart of the last ice area.

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Conference and networking: Driving interdisciplinarity in research

Join us for a conference followed by a panel and networking session to discuss the challenges and opportunities of interdisciplinary research, the process of producing more integrated research resu... read more

International Graduate School on the Emergence of Innovative Blue Economies in the Arctic

From October 14 to 30, 2024 in Ungava Bay and onboard the CCGS Amundsen research ice breaker, the International Graduate School on the Emergence of Innovative Blue Economies in the Arctic ... read more

Accelerating high-potential research: 14 new projects funded

Following two competitions, 14 proposals have been selected for the Sentinel North Research Acceleration Fund. By providing one-time funding to established Université Laval research teams, this Fun... read more

International Summer School : Land, Food, Health and Well-being

In collaboration with the Littoral Chair and the Mushuau-nipi Corporation, Sentinel North is offering a unique experiential training that focuses on ecosystemic approaches to health in a transdisci... read more

2023 Sentinel North Scientific Meeting: a catalyst for discovery and innovation

More than 300 participants from academia, northern organizations, federal and provincial agencies, and the public and private sectors gathered at the 2023 Sentinel North Science Meeting, a key inte... read more

Towards regulation of 'forever chemicals' ?

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been the subject of numerous research studies in recent years. These efforts are now leading to concrete actions, as these synthetic compou... read more

Advanced Field School in Computational Ecology: bringing Arctic biodiversity research to a new level

With a unique hands-on, practical approach, the Advanced Field School in Computational Ecology proposes to leverage and experiment with cutting-edge technologies that can help bring Arctic biodiver... read more

Arctic Snow School in Nunavut: Understanding the local and global importance of Arctic snow

A delegation of students from 15 universities will take part in the International Arctic Snow School from April 1 to 8. This field training act... read more

Towards a better understanding of the migration rate of large rivers in permafrost regions

A team of international researchers monitoring the impact of climate change on large rivers in Arctic Canada and Alaska determined that, as the region is sharply warming ... read more