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India-UAE Antarctic Mission: Scientists Study Mars-Like Polar Landscapes

Emirati researchers from Khalifa University have joined India's 45th Antarctic Expedition at the Maitri station. This collaboration follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the two nations in December 2024 to enhance polar and ocean research. The joint team is studying Antarctica's extreme, Mars-like environments to advance planetary and climate science. The partnership aims to support joint missions, data sharing, and research on polar ecosystems and earth systems.

Key Points: India-UAE Polar Research: Joint Antarctic Expedition

  • Joint polar science mission
  • Mars-like landscape studies
  • New India-UAE MoU signed
  • Focus on climate & ecosystems
  • Data sharing & Arctic cooperation
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India-UAE Polar Cooperation in action as Emirati scientists join India's Antarctic mission

Emirati scientists join India's 45th Antarctic mission to study polar & planetary science, following a new cooperation MoU on climate research.

"exploring Antarctica's Mars-like landscapes to advance polar & planetary science - Indian Embassy in UAE"

Abu Dhabi, January 7

India and the United Arab Emirates have taken their growing scientific partnership to Antarctica, with Emirati researchers from Khalifa University joining India's 45th Antarctic Expedition at the Maitri research station, said the Indian embassy in the UAE.

The joint team is studying Antarctica's extreme, Mars-like landscapes to support research in polar science and planetary studies. The collaboration reflects deeper cooperation between the two countries in climate research, earth sciences and space-linked studies.

"Emirati researchers from Khalifa University joined India's 45th Antarctic Expedition at Maitri station, exploring Antarctica's Mars-like landscapes to advance polar & planetary science, " the Embassy wrote in an X post.

The participation of UAE scientists follows a key agreement signed between India and the UAE to strengthen cooperation in polar research.

On December 13, 2024, the United Arab Emirates and India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration in polar and ocean research. The MoU was signed between the Emirates Polar Program and India's National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) during the 15th session of the UAE-India Joint Committee Meeting.

The agreement was signed by Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister for Energy and Sustainable Affairs and Deputy Chair of the UAE Polar Mission Steering Committee, and M Ravichandran, Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India, according to the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The partnership aims to support joint scientific missions in Antarctica and the Arctic, encourage data sharing, and promote research related to climate change, polar ecosystems and earth system science.

The Emirates Polar Program, launched to strengthen the UAE's presence in polar science, focuses on participating in international polar missions and contributing to global climate action. Through collaboration with India, the UAE seeks to deepen its understanding of polar environments while reinforcing international scientific cooperation.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone working in environmental science, this is a crucial step. Climate change research requires global cooperation. The data sharing agreement between NCPOR and the UAE program could lead to breakthroughs in understanding polar ice melt.
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Priya S
Wow, our scientists are working in Antarctica with UAE! This is what true diplomacy looks like - science bridging nations. Hope our students get inspired by such missions. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Good initiative, but I hope this collaboration is transparent and the benefits are mutual. Sometimes in these MoUs, we share more than we receive. Our polar research data is very valuable.
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Michael C
The "Mars-like landscapes" angle is fascinating. This directly supports future space exploration. India's space and polar programs are quietly doing world-class work.
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Kavya N
This is a proud moment for Indian science. From the UAE's perspective, partnering with India's established polar program is a smart move. We've come a long way since the first expedition. More power to our researchers braving the cold! ❄️

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