Arctic research is of great significance and UK scientists play an important role in collaboration and cooperation with scientists from other countries. The impact of climate change in the Arctic has far reaching effects, locally and on the rest of the world. The Arctic is also an important real-world laboratory for the study of issues such as the impact of pollutants on both people and ecosystems.
The Arctic: Dynamic Research
The United Kingdom is a leading nation in Arctic research and has a proud history of highlighting the importance of advancing the knowledge of environmental, geophysical and socio-economic factors in this most dynamic part of the globe.
Science
UK science focuses on climate change, people and the environment.
Research
UK led and collaborated research programmes.
Paving the Way
How science and research is paving the way for future technology.