Permafrost thaw and the role of microorganisms in a warming Arctic

Date and location

Monday, August 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS).

Continuous shuttle between CHARS and the high school, starting at 6:15 PM

Topic

Are you curious about the role of microbial communities in the Arctic? These tiny organisms play a fascinating role in the context of climate change. Microbes in the Arctic are responsible for both producing and consuming significant greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide. Additionally, certain types of microbes are known to cause diseases in humans, animals, and plants, and these health issues can potentially worsen due to the effects of climate change.

Come share your knowledge and learn about how microbial communities in permafrost contribute to the production and mitigation of warming trends, and are part of the far-reaching consequences of extreme weather events.

Talks will feature:

• Dr. Jabir Thajudeen, Microbial Ecologist, National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), India
• Dr. S. Venkatachalam, Microbial Ecologist, National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), India

Participating research Institution(s) or Organization(s)

• Polar Knowledge Canada
• National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), India

Questions

For more information on this event, write to communications@polar-polaire.gc.ca.