Antarctica InSync
Antarctica International Science & Infrastructure for Synchronous Observation

Antarctica InSync is a global effort to synchronize research across Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, connecting ice, ocean, climate, and life to protect this vital region.

 

Browse our Themes

The Roaring FortiesDie "Bruellenden Vierziger"

Southern Ocean heat, freshwater, and carbon budgets and their response to climate change

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Improving knowledge and protection of the unique Antarctic life from land into the deep sea

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Rapid sea ice decline and its interdisciplinary consequences

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Melting ice shelves and coastal impacts

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Anthropogenic signatures in Antarctica: the race against pollution and other pressures

UN Ocean Decade Challenges

Understand and beat 
marine pollution

Protect and restore 
ecosystems and biodiversity

Unlock ocean-based solutions 
to climate change

Expand the Global 
Ocean Observing System

Create a digital representation of the ocean

Change humanity’s relationship with the ocean

Join us in this journey

We invite members of Antarctic research institutions, international science frameworks, policy stakeholders, NGOs, foundations, and industry partners to join us in this endeavor. Together, we can leverage our collective expertise and resources to advance understanding, protection and stewardship of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.

10 Years. 

10 Challenges. 

1 Ocean.

A Science Mission for Antarctica and the Southern Ocean as a contribution to the UN Ocean Decade

2024-2026 preparatory phase >>> 2027-2030 field phase

Antarctica InSync proposes a joint, multidisciplinary science programme in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. This programme aims to create synergies between national Antarctic programs for synchronous observation, addressing key knowledge gaps and contributing to the goals of the UN Ocean Decade.

How to participate?

You have an idea or research project related to Antarctica InSync and the Southern Ocean?

Coming soon you will be able to submit your action and be part of a collaborative effort to protect and sustainably manage Antarctica and the Southern Ocean for future generations.