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Workshop Agenda
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENTS TO ADVANCE ANTARCTIC RESEARCH: A WORKSHOP
Purpose |
To solicit broad community ideas and input regarding how technological innovation can:
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TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2022
12:00–12:30 |
Opening Remarks
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12:30–2:45 | Session 1: Technologies for Research and Observational Instrumentation |
12:30–12:45 |
Opening Discussion
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12:45–2:45 |
Parallel Sessions
Each group will discuss examples of cutting-edge instrument and sensor developments currently being explored; in particular, areas of research, insights on how those technological advances have come about, and thoughts on needed advances that might allow us |
to address research questions currently constrained by technological limitations. |
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Ocean-Focused Research
Moderators: Dan Costa and Keith Nicholls, Planning Committee Members
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Earth- and Ice-Focused Research
Moderators: Paul Winberry and Sharon Robinson, Planning Committee Members
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Atmosphere, Solar-Terrestrial, and Astronomy/Astrophysics Research
Moderators: Amy Bender and Minghui Diao, Planning Committee Members
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2:45–3:05 | Break |
3:05–4:00 |
Plenary Discussions
Consider key issues and common threads arising among the three groups |
4:00 | Adjourn |
WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2022
12:00–12:05 |
Welcome, Goals for the Day
Diane McKnight, Planning Committee Chair |
12:05–1:25 | Session 2: Power and Energy for Polar Research |
12:05–12:45 |
Perspectives on Current Capabilities, Challenges, and Needs for Polar Research
Moderator: Hyomin Kim, Planning Committee Member
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12:45–1:00 |
Perspectives on Energy Technology Advances with Potential for Greater Polar Science Application
Moderator: Kristen Schell, Planning Committee Member
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1:00–1:25 |
Questions and Answers
Moderators: Hyomin Kim and Kristen Schell, Planning Committee Members |
1:25–1:35 | Break |
1:35–2:55 | Session 3: Data and Communications for Polar Research |
1:35–1:50 |
Potential Game-Changers for Connectivity
Moderator: Michael Ashley, Planning Committee Member
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1:50–2:20 |
Instrument Data Communication: Current Capabilities and Needs
Moderator: George Blaisdell, Planning Committee Member |
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2:20–2:35 |
Advanced Data Analytics Developments
Moderator: Maryam Rahnemoonfar, Planning Committee Member
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2:35–2:55 |
Questions and Answers
Moderators: Michael Ashley and George Blaisdell, Planning Committee Members |
2:55–3:45 |
Breakout Discussions
To explore and share ideas on the Session 2 and 3 themes |
3:45–4:00 | Plenary Recap Discussions |
4:00 | Adjourn |
THURSDAY, MAY 5, 2022
12:00–12:05 |
Welcome, Goals for the Day
Diane McKnight, Planning Committee Chair |
12:05–1:25 | Session 4: Technology Advances to Expand Participation in Polar Research |
12:05–12:55 |
Technologies and Strategies to Expand “Remote” Research Engagement
Moderator: Sharon Robinson, Planning Committee Member
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12:55–1:10 |
Balancing Opportunities for Remote-Based and In-Person Research
Moderator: Jacqueline Goordial, Planning Committee Member
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1:10–1:25 |
Questions and Answers
Moderators: Sharon Robinson and Jacqueline Goordial, Planning Committee Members |
1:25–1:35 | Break |
1:35–2:45 | Session 5: Partnerships and Mechanisms to Facilitate Development and Application of New Research Technologies |
1:35–2:25 |
Examples of Different Models Being Used to Facilitate Partnerships Between Scientists, Engineers, and Technology Developers in Advancing Research and Development Innovations
Moderator: Ted Scambos, Planning Committee Members
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2:25–2:45 | Questions and Answers |
Moderator: Ted Scambos, Planning Committee Member |
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2:45–3:30 |
Breakout Discussions
To explore and share ideas on the Session 4 and 5 themes |
3:30–4:00 | Plenary Recap Discussions and Closing Remarks |
4:00 | Adjourn |