December 4th, 2008 marks the seventh quarterly International Polar Day, this time focusing on research Above The Polar Regions. This includes polar meteorology, atmospheric sciences, astronomy, and polar observations from space.
Use the links at the bottom of this page to find out more about our live events, virtual balloon launch, classroom activities, multi-lingual flyers, and to meet IPY participants and learn about their research.
Launching a weather balloon in Antarctica
Cloud observations
Higher up, polar stratospheric clouds are central to ozone-depleting processes
Higher still, fast, charged particles enter the earth's atmosphere resulting in auroras
Quick Links
FeatureContent pages: Above the Poles: Summary View of the Polar Regions Weather Balloons in Antarctica Auroras Polar Astronomy Polar Atmosphere |
Information for everyone:Meet The Scientists Links and Resources About International Polar Days Learn about past and future Polar Days.
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Information for educators:Classroom activity ideas Weather Observation Activity Flyers Ideas for the classroom, in many languages!Launch a Virtual Balloon Add your balloon to a map of people marking International Polar Day.Live Events Students and teachers talk to scientists at the poles, live. |
Press resources:Press releases and images Press releases and images for downloading. |