SCAR: Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research
SCAR initiates, develops and coordinates international scientific research in the Antarctic region, including the Southern Ocean (SCAR).
Image: NASA/Jim Ross (ED04-0056-126, AirSAR 2004, public domain).
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Since 1958, Antarctic scientists working together.
SCAR gives objective, independent scientific advice to the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meetings and bodies such as the UNFCCC and IPCC (SCAR).
Source: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
Explain Like I'm 10
- Scientists from many countries study Antarctica.
- SCAR helps them work together.
- It tells governments what the science says.
The Five W's of SCAR
Who
SCAR, a thematic organisation of the International Science Council.
Source: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
What
Over 30 research groups and scientific advice on Antarctic science and conservation.
Source: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
Where
Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.
Source: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
Why
To understand the Antarctic region's role in the Earth system.
Source: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
How You Can Help
- Volunteer opportunities: roles in SCAR groups for researchers at many career stages
- Sign up for the free newsletter: follow Antarctic science news
Donate links go only to organizations that publish audited finances or carry a recognized charity rating. SCAR is a registered charity with the UK Charity Commission (no. 1124840).
Saving Planets features SCAR because its work helps the planet. This is a showcase, not a partnership: we are not partners with SCAR and receive nothing from it.
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Impact Statement
Scientific organization · since 1958
Its advice covers issues of science and conservation affecting the management of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean (SCAR).
Source: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
For Further Information: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
SCAR currently has over 30 groups addressing aspects of Antarctic research (SCAR).
How This Saves People & the Planet
For People
Its fellowships and visiting professorships build research capacity (SCAR).
Source: SCAR, Donate (UK charity no. 1124840)
For Nature
Its science advice informs conservation of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean (SCAR).
Source: SCAR (Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research), home page
Support SCAR
SCAR accepts donations, which support its Antarctic work, including fellowships.
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