Photographing the Frozen Frontier
Brave the winter cold and learn about the women scientists doing climate research in the Arctic!
Credit: Esther Horvath
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About This Event
Explorer and photographer Esther Horvath is fascinated by the women scientists who dedicate their lives to conducting climate research in the Arctic. She braves the winter cold to follow them on scientific expeditions and document who they are, the important work they are doing, and what life is like for them in the polar regions. Join to see Esther’s images and to learn about the incredible women who are collecting crucial climate data in the Arctic!
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