First Poker Flat Rocket Launch Aims to Gather Space Weather Data
A two-stage NASA sounding rocket launched from Poker Flat November 8 to gather data about the solar wind’s behavior.
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Confirmed: Salmon Spawning in Arctic Rivers
While some rivers have become too warm for salmon survival, a UAF study shows salmon may be finding new habitat in Arctic rivers.
Next Steps in Space Likely Privately Funded
Former NASA Ames Research Center director Pete Worden says private investors will steer the next phase of space exploration.
Expanded Federal Internships for UAA ANSEP Students
An agreement with the US Department of the Interior streamlines placement of Alaska Native Science and Engineering Program students in federal internships.
Five Alaska Tech Companies Receive TREND Phase 0 Grants
A housing designer, a seafood e-commerce platform, a marine products maker, and two different types of sensing technologies are recipients of Technology Research and Development Center of Alaska Phase 0 grants.
Alaska SeaLife Center Fills Two New Executive Leadership Positions
The Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward created two new executive leadership positions: Director of Mission Impact and Director of People and Culture. Respectively, John Fraser and Neisha Jones were selected to fill those roles.