Antarctic Sciences (ANT)
ANT supports cutting-edge research across all scientific fields that expands fundamental knowledge of Antarctic systems and processes; improves understanding of the interactions between the Antarctic region and global systems; and uses the unique characteristics of Antarctica as a science observing platform. ANT supports non-fieldwork-based analysis and modeling projects as well as Antarctic fieldwork for research that must be performed, or is best performed, in Antarctica.
Arctic Sciences (ARC)
ARC supports fundamental research at the forefront of understanding the Arctic, including its human and natural components and its global linkages. The section also works to develop and encourage good Arctic stewardship through education, training, dialogue, and planning. In addition to its scientific programs, ARC also includes a Research Support & Logistics program that improves the efficiency and safety of our research community.
Front Office Integration Team (FIT)
FIT supports the innovative scientific research, engineering, and education taking place in and about the polar regions. FIT provides administrative, policy, and communications support to the entire polar program, and ensures that research and related activities in the regions are environmentally sound.
Safety and Occupational Health (SOH)
SOH facilitates a culture of safety and health in support of research throughout the Polar regions. The protection of life and property are fostered through a coordinated risk-based approach with all stakeholders. Industrial hygiene and safety activities include research and project safety evaluations, incident reviews and investigations, and field assessments. Oversight of the occupational health and medical system contributes to deployment public health. All of these activities lead to continuous improvement initiatives.
Environmental Team (ENV)
ENV manages the Environmental Impact Assessment process for all U.S. Government activities in Antarctica, protects Antarctica’s unique environments through the administration of a permitting system, and participates in the consensus-based decision-making on the management of the Antarctic environment through the Antarctic Treaty’s Committee for Environmental Protection.
