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The Arctic up close: ORF special feature on the University of Graz’s research station in S

Students from the University of Graz are spending two weeks conducting research at the Univerisity of Graz research station at the Sermilik Fjord in Greenland, which has been operational for three years. They are measuring glacial runoff, tracking ice melt in real time and installing weather stations. ORF is following the expedition and will be reporting on the special feature ‘Arctic Adventure’ across its various channels from 20 July.

Finale in the Arctic: University of Graz research station nearing completion

Work on the University of Graz's research station in East Greenland is entering its final phase: under Arctic conditions and with considerable logistical effort, the technical facilities of the building are being completed for 20 scientists from various disciplines. It also offers unique research opportunities for students.

Sermilik Station: How research in Greenland is a success

The Sermilik research station of the University of Graz in East Greenland offers students and scientists unique research opportunities. In just one year, a presumably new species of lichen was discovered, along with previously undocumented archaeological finds.

Research in Greenland: University of Graz awards scholarship for master's thesis

Master's students at the University of Graz have the unique opportunity to conduct research at the Sermilik station in Greenland. Candidates can also apply for a scholarship of 10,000 Euro for their master's thesis.

First excursion to the new station: Of lichens and sea ice

In August, ten students traveled on the University of Graz's first excursion to its northernmost "classroom": the Sermilik Research Station in Greenland. They encountered sea ice, lichens and polar bears, as reported by ORF on Ö1 and science.orf.at.

Recording: Research at the Sermilik Station in East Greenland

On March 14, 2024, Rector Peter Riedler and Prof. Wolfgang Schöner gave insights into the Sermilik Research Station. The event was recorded for anyone who was unable to attend but is still interested in the information.

Signing of contract for Master's scholarship

On Thursday, March 14, 2024, the agreement to establish a Master's scholarship was signed. Professor Sust is kindly donating his contribution together with the University of Graz for research activities in the field of climate change, specifically for a research stay at the Sermilik Research Station of the University of Graz and its surroundings in Greenland.

Sermilik Station: The University of Graz sets foot in the far north

The University of Graz has built a modern research station in the Arctic, the Sermilik Station. A place for scientists and students from various disciplines who want research and learn about the many aspects of life in the far north.

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