The Norwegian Polar Institute will host the SCAR Open Science Conference in Oslo next August, with an expected attendance of around 1,000 researchers from across the globe.
From 8 to 19 August 2026, Oslo will become the center of international Antarctic research as the 12th SCAR Open Science Conference takes place.
The conference will bring together scientists from around the world for a diverse program featuring keynote lectures, mini-symposia, parallel sessions, panel discussions, and poster presentations. In addition, participants can look forward to an inspiring social program.
The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) and the Norwegian Polar Institute are behind the invitation to what promises to be a unique arena for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration across disciplines and borders. The SCAR Open Science Conference is held every two years.
Will showcase cutting-edge research
With the overarching theme “Diving into Antarctic science – making waves for the future,” the 2026 conference will showcase cutting-edge research and foster collaboration for a sustainable future.
“This is an important arena for sharing knowledge and strengthening collaboration on Antarctic research, which is crucial for understanding and addressing global challenges”, says Camilla Brekke, Director of the Norwegian Polar Institute.
“The SCAR conference brings together some of the leading experts on Antarctic research. We look forward to presenting Oslo and Norway as a meeting place for international science and dialogue,” she adds.
Abstract submissions are now open, with a deadline of 28 February.
About the organizers
The conference is organized in collaboration with APECS, the Institute of Marine Research, the Research Council of Norway, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, the University of Bergen, and the University of Oslo.
