Navigating the New Arctic: Dr. France Córdova Presentation Interactive 2019 SXSW

The video discusses the importance of Arctic research, highlighting personal experiences and the role of the National Science Foundation. It covers the differences between the Arctic and Antarctic, the impact of climate change, and the significance of international collaboration and indigenous knowledge. The video emphasizes the use of big data and technology in research and explores future opportunities for exploration. It concludes with a reflection on the mysteries of the Arctic and the importance of understanding this rapidly changing region.

What inspired the speaker's interest in the stars and the ocean during childhood?

• Watching documentaries about space

• Ocean liner trips across the Atlantic

• Reading science fiction books

• A visit to a planetarium

What is a key difference between the Arctic and the Antarctic?

• The Arctic is a land mass, while the Antarctic is an ocean

• The Arctic is an ocean surrounded by land, while the Antarctic is a land mass

• The Antarctic has native peoples, while the Arctic does not

• The Antarctic is warmer than the Arctic

Why is the Arctic warming significant for the entire planet?

• It leads to increased volcanic activity

• It results in more hurricanes

• It affects the global climate feedback cycle

• It causes more frequent earthquakes

What is one of the goals of the Arctic Science Ministerial?

• To increase tourism in the Arctic

• To conduct more and better observations of the Arctic

• To build more research stations in the Antarctic

• To reduce the number of Arctic nations

What role does big data play in Arctic research?

• It is used to track animal migrations

• It helps in predicting volcanic eruptions

• It is key to understanding the Arctic's changes

• It is used to map the ocean floor

What is a glider used for in Arctic research?

• To measure air temperature

• To track polar bears

• To navigate through icebergs

• To explore under glaciers

How do indigenous peoples contribute to Arctic research?

• By sharing their traditional knowledge and insights

• By building research stations

• By funding research expeditions

• By providing historical climate data

What is the significance of the Polar Stern expedition?

• It will explore the deepest part of the Arctic Ocean

• It is the largest ship ever built for Arctic research

• It will conduct a year-long study while trapped in Arctic ice

• It is the first ship to reach the South Pole

What challenge do indigenous peoples face due to Arctic changes?

• Difficulty in traditional whaling practices

• Increased volcanic activity

• More frequent earthquakes

• Loss of freshwater sources

What phenomenon is often associated with the Arctic and is a mystery to many?

• The Arctic Monsoon

• The Midnight Sun

• The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)

• The Polar Vortex