Arctic Station, DK

Owner of the Arctic Station in Greenland is the Faculty of Science
at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark.

Contact

Station manager, Professor Kirsten S. Christoffersen: kchristoffersen[at]bio.ku.dk

Location

The Arctic Station is located on the south coast of the Disko Island in central West  Greenland. It is facing the Disko Bay/Davis Strait and is characterised by a low arctic, coastal climate. Some of the world’s largest icebergs drift by the Arctic Station.

Website

https://arktiskstation.ku.dk/english/
https://eu-interact.org/publication/interact-station-catalogue-2020/(Pages 158-60)

Facilities

The main building (660 m²) can accommodate 39 guests there is a room with audio-visual equipment and a power projector, a living room, canteen and  kitchen facilities.
In addition to the main building, the station also consists of:
Laboratory- and library building (225 m²; two floors)
Private home for the chief scientist (120 m²; + basement)
Workshop and garage (70 m²)
Storage hut in the harbor area (20 m²)
Storage (87,5 m²)

Availability for access

Application for study and research visits to the Arctic Station goes through an online booking form at the website (https://arktiskstation.ku.dk/english/stay/). The deadline for applying for a stay during the period May to October is 1 December the previous year. A decision can be expected around mid-January. In complicated cases, it may take longer time.

Later applications are also possible but will have second priority with a handling time of a few 2-4 weeks.��

It is highly recommend that applicants read the document ”Important information” before applying:https://arktiskstation.ku.dk/ophold/Vigtig_information_inden_udfyldelse_af_bookingformen.pdf�

All applications are evaluated by the Executive committee and finally proved/disproved by the Arctic Station Board.

Time frame for access preparation

-Time frame to receive the documentation from RI users (after access is granted):
As early as possible and at least one month before the actual arrival at Arctic Station.
Time frame for logistic arrangements to access the RI:
Approximately 1 month before the actual arrival at Arctic Station.

Permits, licenses and training

The need for permits depends on which type of studies the users are doing. The requirements are specified in the contract between the user and Arctic Station. There are e.g. specific permits for sampling biological and geological material that must be obtained through the Government of Greenland. 
Certification or training required from RI users:
First aid and some medical training relevant for Arctic environments is always recommended. In case rifle handling is required, the users must provide the relevant official certificates (riffle handling and shooting performance).��

Medical guidelines

It is expected that all users follow the guidelines and requirements form their home institution.�

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