The University of Alaska Fairbanks is a leader in Arctic research and issues facing the circumpolar North. Our experts are available to help journalists, policymakers, students and educators by providing current and accurate information about a wide range of topics. UAF scientists focus on the people, animals, plants and systems of the circumpolar North and how the Arctic affects the global climate. Whether you need information about permafrost or Alaska Native languages, fisheries or northern engineering, our experts can help make your project a success.
Feel free to contact the experts directly or via their listed media contact. Can’t find what you need? Call 907-474-7902 or email uaf-news@alaska.edu, and we can help.
Featured experts
Find an Expert
Browse by
Areas of expertise
October 28, 2022
Interactions between viruses and their vertebrate and invertebrate hosts such as caribou. The molecular evolution of epizootic hemorrhagic disease virus in white-tailed deer.
October 28, 2022
Diet and foraging ecology, Arctic marine mammal ecology, subsistence harvest, industrial maritime traffic. Marine mammal biology and health of subsistence species and others.
October 28, 2022
Mingchu Zhang’s current research includes selection of small grains and canola suitable for Alaska climatic conditions.