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  • Tide, mountains in the background, photography

    Research reveals major gaps in tidal knowledge that frequently lead to a risk to life for coastal visitors.

  • Taubanebukker Longyearbyen. Foto: Frank Andreassen / nordnorge.com

    The permafrost in Longyearbyen is thawing faster than expected, threatening infrastructure and cultural heritage. A new research project aims to develop tools to address these challenges.

  • Seaside

    The 8th of January 2025 marks the launch of a new Ocean Literacy Strategy in Wales, the first national strategy of its kind in the UK. This milestone is not just a win for Wales. It reflects how important it is to enhance ocean literacy and foster stronger connections between people and the sea.

  • Foto: Karoline O.A. Pettersen

    Several new, large projects have increased the need for researchers in the north. Nordland Research Institute currently has several vacancies. Your dream job may be within reach if you are passionate about sea or welfare research. In the last two years, Nordland Research Institute has hired 20 new employees, and more will come.

  • Polar landscape

    The International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) and Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) are pleased to confirm that planning for the 5th International Polar Year (IPY) in 2032-33 has started.

  • NRI at The North Norway European Days 2022

    In early December 2022, The North Norway European Office organized European Days and Nordland Research Institute was represented.