Turkish scientists have successfully concluded the country’s sixth National Arctic Scientific Research Expedition (TASE-VI), completing a series of multidisciplinary studies focused on climate change, marine ecosystems, space technologies, and satellite positioning in the Arctic region.
The expedition was carried out under the auspices of the Turkish Presidency, coordinated by the Ministry of Industry and Technology, and led by TÜBİTAK’s Polar Research Institute. The mission brought together 12 Turkish researchers and three international scientists from Argentina, Bulgaria, and Uruguay to conduct 12 scientific projects across a range of disciplines, including oceanography, biology, meteorology, atmospheric science, chemistry, geodesy, and satellite navigation.
Operating in the Svalbard Archipelago and reaching as far as 82° north latitude, the research team examined the effects of climate change on Arctic marine ecosystems. Scientists used underwater robots, drones, and seabed imaging technologies to study biodiversity, monitor glacier-influenced habitats, and observe environmental changes in one of the world’s most climate-sensitive regions.
The expedition also explored advanced scientific fields beyond environmental research. Projects investigated the stability of nanomaterials under simulated space conditions, the extraction of biologically significant exosomes from Arctic fish species, and the performance of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies in extreme polar environments. Researchers collected data to improve real-time satellite positioning systems and develop more reliable navigation methods for future scientific and technological applications.
Medical personnel accompanied the mission throughout the expedition, ensuring participant safety through continuous health monitoring and emergency preparedness. All team members underwent comprehensive medical screening and specialized training before departure.
Researchers emphasized that repeated scientific observations in the Arctic over the coming years will provide valuable long-term data on glacier retreat, ocean dynamics, biodiversity, and climate change. The expedition also highlighted Türkiye’s growing contribution to international polar science and its commitment to advancing research on global environmental and technological challenges.
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