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The Changing Arctic: Closing Knowledge Gaps for Europe\u2019s Future 02.06.2026<\/h1><\/div>[vc_column_text css=””]The High Arctic is transforming at an unprecedented speed, causing Europe to face growing knowledge gaps that directly affect its longterm strategic interests. The University of Bergen (UiB) and The Nansen Center (NERSC) are pleased to invite you to our event which will deep dive into these challenges.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n
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Background<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The European Union is reviewing its Arctic policy at a time where the High North is emerging as a critical arena in which climate change, technological development, and security dynamics converge. The Arctic is warming nearly four times faster than the global average, with direct implications for Europe\u2019s climate resilience and strategic preparedness. Strengthening cooperation across European and associated Arctic partners is essential to close critical knowledge gaps, sustain observation networks and ensure that Europe maintains access to environmental intelligence from the rapidly evolving Arctic Ocean.<\/p>\n

This seminar brings together policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders, focusing on the rapidly changing Arctic and the new challenges it presents for Europe. The discussion highlights the key role of advances in ocean, sea-ice, and climate research, and Norway\u2019s unique capabilities, such as specialized infrastructure, ocean observatories, and advanced satellite data.<\/p>\n

Together, these tools can deepen our understanding of deep-ocean processes and help explain the accelerating climate changes occurring in the High North.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Program<\/strong><\/h3>\n

(latest draft 22.05.26)<\/em><\/p>\n

08.30\u201309.00 Registration and networking breakfast<\/p>\n

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09.00\u201309.10 Welcome<\/p>\n

Gunn Mangerud<\/strong>, Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Bergen (UiB)
\nTore Furevik<\/strong>, CEO, Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center (NERSC)<\/p>\n

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09.10\u201309.25 Opening keynote<\/p>\n

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09.25\u201309.40 Short presentations<\/p>\n

Arctic climate processes and their link to the global climate system: Marius \u00c5rthun<\/strong>, Research Leader, Polar Climate, UiB<\/p>\n

Modeling the Arctic in real-time: Laurent Bertino<\/strong>, Research Director, NERSC<\/p>\n

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09.40\u201310.30 Panel 1:\u00a0Research Gaps in the Arctic<\/strong><\/p>\n