Next Generation Ecosystem Experiment

Characterized by vast amounts of carbon stored in permafrost and a rapidly evolving landscape, the Arctic is an important focal point for the study of climate change. These are sensitive systems, yet the mechanisms responsible for those sensitivities remain poorly understood and inadequately represented in Earth System Models. The NGEE Arctic project seeks to reduce uncertainty in climate prediction by better understanding critical land-atmosphere feedbacks in terrestrial ecosystems of Alaska.

Saturday, August 23, 2014

Saturday Night in Nome…

It was a long day today given that it was a Saturday and that we will still be working tomorrow. So, we decided to treat ourselves to a home-cooked meal. We have cooked together as a group before in Barrow and it is always a great way to spend an evening. Tonight Alistair and Margaret were in charge of groceries and then they along with Cathy, and Susan prepared the meal. Larry and David were in charge of the grill. The rest of us helped where needed or simply stood in awe as the meal came together. We had a table of food before long; salad, shrimp, and bratwurst cooked perfectly on the grill. It was a perfect way to spend the evening among colleagues and friends.

Hey Mike and Dan…wish you were here!