The Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) is organised annually by the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) to provide opportunities for coordination, cooperation and collaboration between the various scientific organisations involved in Arctic research. It was initiated by the IASC in 1999 and has evolved into the most important annual gathering of the Arctic research organisation.
The Business and Community Meetings includes annual meetings of the participating organisations:
In addition, other organisations and projects regularly hold workshops and project meetings at ASSW.
In odd number years, the ASSW also includes a Science Symposium. These symposia create a platform for exchanging knowledge, cross fertilisation and collaboration and attract scientists, students, policy makers and other professionals from all over the world.
In even number years the ASSW includes the Arctic Observing Summit (AOS), a high-level, biennial summit that aims to provide community-driven, science-based guidance for the design, implementation, coordination and long-term operation of Arctic observing systems.
Registration for the Arctic Science Summit Week (ASSW) 2025 in Boulder, Colorado, USA (20–28 March 2025) is now open! ASSW 2025 will include the Fourth International Conference on Arctic Research Planning (ICARP IV) Summit during 25–28 March 2025 with the theme “Arctic Research Planning for the Next Decade”.
The conference is planned in a hybrid format, offering both options for in-person as well as online participants. Various registration options are offered:
The “Early Bird” registration is available until 31 January 2025. Reduced registration fees are also available for Indigenous participants and Early Career Researchers.
Visit the event website for more information.
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