Researching Antarctica

In this episode of Ocean Pod, we take a journey to one of the most remote and extreme environments on Earth - Antarctica. We’re joined by Dr Tess Cole, who shares her firsthand experiences working in this chilly (literally) environment. From the logistics of living and working on the frozen continent to the incredible wildlife that live there, Tess gives us a glimpse into what it’s really like to conduct research at the bottom of the world. We explore the unique challenges of Antarctic fieldwork, including extreme weather, isolation, and the complexities of conducting science in such a fragile environment. Tess also discusses the importance of Antarctic research in understanding global climate systems, ocean processes, and the impacts of environmental change. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to live and work in one of the most untouched places on the planet, this episode offers a fascinating insight into science at the edge of the world. In this weeks episode of tide talk Nina spoke about using old cans of fish to look at parasites in salmon - https://doi.org/10.1002/ece3.11043