Our aim is to work out solutions to global problems through comprehensive and integrated research in order to contribute towards the sustainable development and the conservation of the Arctic. For that purpose, our center gathers researchers from all fields across Hokkaido University, ranging from natural sciences to human and social sciences, with the purpose of producing transdisciplinary cutting-edge and interdisciplinary research activities and exploratory studies.
NEWS
- 2025.6.13The center’s activities were introduced at Hokkaido University’s Kamihiro Laboratory.
- 2025.6.12Dr. Masahide Kaeriyama (Professor Emeritus, Arctic Research Center, Hokkaido University) commented on the effects of global warming on the Shiretoko World Natural Heritage Area and Pacific salmon in the evening edition of the Asahi Shimbun dated June 9.
- 2025.5.19Arctic Research Center Special Seminar by Marc Lanteigne was held on May 15, 2025
- 2025.5.7Director of Arctic Research Center, Shin Sugiyama, has been awarded the Julina and Johanes Weertman Medal by the European Geosciences Union (EGU).
- 2025.5.2Comments by Associate Professor of the Center, Dr. Fujio Ohnishi were published in the Nihon Keizai Shimbun.
