The University of the Arctic (UArctic) is a cross-regional network of universities, colleges, research institutes and other organisations involved in education and research in and about the North. UArctic has over 200 members. The University of Edinburgh became as a member in 2021.The network aims to develop knowledge and strengthen collaboration to address local and global challenges of relevance to Arctic peoples and societies.UArctic brings together institutions to enhance educational opportunities through academic collaboration and exchange; share knowledge through research, science and Indigenous and traditional knowledge; strengthen recognition of circumpolar higher education; and secure funding and other resources to build capacity and capabilities for the Arctic.The University of Edinburgh's engagement with UArctic is particularly focused on research and collaboration involving the Schools of Geosciences, Social and Political Science, and Literatures, Languages and Cultures. These Schools currently fund the University's annual subscription to UArctic.How to get involved Through its membership, the University is also part of the Scottish Arctic Network (ScAN), which became a recognised regional centre of UArctic in March 2023. The University also supports the EdArctic Network, a mailing list for colleagues interested in Arctic-related research, education and activity.To join the EdArctic Network or find out more about opportunities to engage with UArctic, please contact Tessa Bell via email: tessa.bell@ed.ac.ukArctic Science Summit WeekThe University of Edinburgh hosted the Arctic Science Summit Week from 21-29 March 2024, welcoming over 800 delegates to share knowledge and collaborate on Arctic research and policy.Find out more about the event:Arctic Science Summit Week 2024Find out moreVisit the UArctic websiteVisit the Scottish Arctic Network websiteVisit the Arctic Science Summit Week website This article was published on Monday 24 June 2024
