NASA launches rocket from Poker Flat to study black aurora phenomenon
A NASA sounding rocket was launched from the Poker Flat Research Range early this morning as part of a mission to study a phenomenon known as black aurora.
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Alaska biologist studies barren ground grizzlies using GPS collars
Jordan Pruszenski, an assistant area biologist for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in Fairbanks, is conducting research on barren ground grizzly bears in northeastern Alaska.
Hajo Eicken named scientific director at Alfred Wegener Institute; Scott Rupp steps up as interim IARC head
Hajo Eicken, who has served as director of the University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center (IARC), has been appointed scientific director at Germany’s Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar…
Poker Flat Research Range prepares for NASA-supported rocket launches studying northern lights
The Poker Flat Research Range, owned by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute, is preparing for a new launch season starting this week.
NASA rocket launches at Poker Flat aim to advance understanding of upper atmospheric phenomena
A NASA sounding rocket was launched from Poker Flat Research Range early Friday morning as part of an ongoing effort to study nitric oxide created by the aurora in the…
University of Alaska Fairbanks seminar covers first year at agrivoltaics research site
A University of Alaska Fairbanks researcher will present an overview of the first year at Alaska’s initial commercial-scale agrivoltaics research site.
Carl Benson remembered for decades-long contributions to polar science
Carl Benson, a longtime ice physicist known for his work in Alaska and Greenland, died on January 17, 2026, at the age of 98.
Workshop aims to educate on diet and exercise for better bone health
Both men and women experience a decline in bone density as they age, which can increase the risk of fractures and frailty.
KUAC TV broadcasts preserved in Library of Congress digital archive
Hundreds of historical KUAC TV broadcasts have been made available online through the American Archive of Public Broadcasting, following a recent preservation project.
University of Alaska Fairbanks announces Science for Alaska public lecture series
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Geophysical Institute will hold a series of free public science talks in the coming weeks.
University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension schedules spring kitchen skills workshops
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service is offering a series of spring classes focused on kitchen canning, cleaning, and exercise.
University of Alaska Museum of the North announces annual open house for January 24
The University of Alaska Museum of the North is set to hold its annual open house on Saturday, Jan. 24, from noon to 4 p.m. The event will provide visitors…
University of Alaska Museum of the North hosts creativity-focused Early Explorers program
The University of Alaska Museum of the North will host its Early Explorers program on Friday, January 16, with a focus on creativity.
Story traces life of last survivor from Denali’s Riley Creek wolf pack
As the snow melted along an Alaska highway eight years ago, a lone wolf with a limp caught the attention of a passing driver.
Free radon test kits offered in Alaska during National Radon Action Month
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service, in partnership with a state agency, is offering information and free short-term radon test kits to Alaskans.
University of Alaska Fairbanks to host annual New Year’s Eve Sparktacular fireworks
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is set to host the 36th annual Sparktacular fireworks event, organized by the Fairbanks Curling Lions, on Wednesday, December 31.
Alaska’s historic cold snap remembered amid changing climate
More than 35 years have passed since a severe cold snap gripped Alaska for two weeks, causing daily challenges for residents.