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February 2, 2013
in Environmental Studies, Science

Exploring Beauty and Life in Antarctica

February 2, 2013
in Environmental Studies, Science

Follow @yaleSCIbooks The world has always been fascinated by Antarctica, the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on Earth. Students of all ages are drawn to its study, enjoying photographs of penguins and stories of expeditions to this icy and brutal land. However, as the planet’s climate continues to change, Antarctica

August 3, 2012
in Environmental Studies, Science

Frozen Truths: What Antarctica Can Tell Us About the World

August 3, 2012
in Environmental Studies, Science

Follow @yaleSCIbooks Antarctica is a mystery to many because of its inhospitable living conditions, but every year groups of scientists travel to Antarctica to conduct research on a wide variety of topics. Most spend only the summer months on the icy continent before the waterways freeze and boats can no