Researching Antarctica Together

Join AMARANT (Atmospheric-Marine-Microbiological interActions and ExtRemes in Antarctica) in exploring the intricate interactions of meteorology, oceanography, and biology, working to enhance our understanding of the Antarctic and Southern Ocean climate and ecosystems.

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Mission

Our Vision

At AMARANT, our mission is to advance scientific knowledge of extreme atmospheric processes in the Antarctic Peninsula. We aim to contribute insights that help protect this vital region and its ecosystems amidst climate change.

Team

Interdisciplinary group

Our team is composed of experts in meteorology, oceanography, and biology, working collaboratively to conduct impactful research. Together, we aim to address critical climate issues affecting Antarctica.

Research

Projects

Our projects focus on atmospheric rivers over the Antarctic Peninsula. Through expeditions, our team gathers observational data to better understand these significant weather phenomena. Together, we aim to enhance global knowledge of atmospheric science.

Data

Open Access

We provide an open-access repository of data and research findings, enabling the global scientific community and the public to engage with our work and understand the ongoing changes in Antarctic environments.

Knowledge sharing and outreach

Community

AMARANT is committed to sharing knowledge and data both with scientific community, stakeholders and the public. We strive to raise awareness and inspire action for the preservation of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean in their incredible beauty and importance.

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Focus

Key Topics

Atmospheric Rivers

Antarctic climate change

Antarctic Surface Mass Balance

Bioaerosols

Who We Are

AMARANT website serves as a comprehensive metadata repository for research conducted at the CIIMAR Institute. Our work emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach, uniting various scientific fields to combat climate challenges in the Antarctic Peninsula.