Sea-ice microalgae are unicellular organisms that can convert the solar light energy into chemical energy for producing organic matter via a complex physiological process known as photosynthesis. Continue reading Let there be light
Ever heard of the Keeling Curve? It is the earliest continuous time-series of atmospheric CO2 concentrations, measured by the scientists Charles David Keeling in Mauna Loa, Hawaii. It was the first evidence that atmospheric CO2 concentrations were rising year after year, and it was the first indication that human activities may be responsible. Continue reading Atmospheric CO2 Measurements in the Arctic
In the 10 days that I have been in the hamlet of Qikiqtarjuaq, I have seen many changes. The snow is melting and the small stream that runs next to the ‘SIKU hotel’ base camp is flowing quite quickly. The young boys take immense pleasure in putting things into the water upstream near the school and running along the bank, chasing the items as they float through the culvert under the road and out the other side towards the bay. Yesterday, I saw the hood of a snowmobile pass by. I think that it is probably now wedged under the ice on the beach.
