The Tara Polar Station’s specific shape enables it to withstand ice pressure and drift for months on end in a controlled fashion with the pack ice to explore biodiversity and the impact of climate change.
While the vessel was built in France, some 30 research centres from 12 countries — including Germany, Canada, Spain, the US, Switzerland, and Japan — are participating in the expedition.
“The Arctic is an ocean that has been…
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