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New detection method aims to warn of landslide tsunamis
February 21, 2024
University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks researchers have devised a way to remotely detect large landslides within minutes of occurrence and to quickly determine whether they are close to open water and present a tsunami hazard.
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McCandless Foundation gives $125,000 to build pavilion for Bus 142
February 20, 2024
A $125,000 donation from the Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Foundation will allow the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Museum of the North to construct an open-air pavilion for the display of Bus 142, made famous by the book and film, "Into the Wild."
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Music series showcases circumpolar cultures
February 20, 2024
Several public events, including performances, demonstrations and presentations, will showcase the rich musical traditions of the circumpolar North through the end of March.
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UAF students win funds from Air Force to build a nanosatellite
February 20, 2024
A team of University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks students will build the Air Force a nanosatellite roughly the size of an ordinary loaf of sliced bread to show that communications technology of large satellites can be packed into a small space and deliver much more data.
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Middle schools to compete in ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Science Olympiad
February 19, 2024
The ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Science Olympiad will convene Feb. 23-24 at the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks.
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Research: Home heating fuels Fairbanks direct sulfate pollution
February 19, 2024
Use of residential heating fuel is the main contributor of primary sulfate pollution in Fairbanks' wintertime air, according to research conducted during an international science program in the community in 2022.
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Study aims to understand cognitive decline in older dogs
February 16, 2024
A University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks researcher has launched a study of cognitive decline in older ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ dogs.
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Scientists, others to discuss impact of beaver movement into Arctic
February 16, 2024
Scientists and others from remote communities across western ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ and northern Canada concerned about the migration of beavers into the Arctic will gather at the University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks later this month.
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Ice fog not often a part of northern life
February 15, 2024
An old friend -- a character not seen in these parts for a few years -- showed up last week in Fairbanks.
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UAF to host engineering open house Feb. 24
February 15, 2024
The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks College of Engineering and Mines will host its annual Engineering Open House on Saturday, Feb. 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Master gardener classes scheduled in Fairbanks
February 15, 2024
Registration is open for spring master gardener classes in Fairbanks. The classes teach the fundamentals of gardening. Topics covered include botany, soil science, entomology, greenhouse design and management, organic and conventional fertilization, lawn care, vegetable-growing techniques specific to ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ, and more.
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ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ certified pesticide applicators workshop set
February 13, 2024
The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks Cooperative Extension Service will host a two-day continuing education course for ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ certified pesticide applicators, arborists and landscape professionals.
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The rusting of northern ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ streams
February 08, 2024
During these late winter days, researchers who are studying the rusty discoloration of northern ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ streams are prepping for summer field trips.
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UAF Business Leader of the Year nominations due March 10
February 08, 2024
Nominations are being accepted for the 2024 University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Fairbanks Business Leader of the Year award. The award, presented by the UAF College of Business and Security Management, honors a person who has demonstrated leadership, business acumen, community engagement and educational support at any level.
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Museum will celebrate Black ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æns' experiences at free event Feb. 9
February 02, 2024
The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ Museum of the North will host a free public event to celebrate the diverse narratives of Black ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æns on Friday, Feb. 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The celebration will showcase "Black in ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ: Interior Edition," a multimedia exhibit that examines the rich history and experience of Black life in ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ through storytelling.
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