Leadership teams
Teamwork is at the heart of everything that we do. Strategic direction for our scientific, operational and business teams is set by our leadership teams.
We work in partnership with NERC, external advisors and leading international research and operational organisations to ensure that we meet the highest standards in scientific excellence, operational efficiency and business management.
IPCC: Polar scientists welcome Climate Change Assessment
9 August, 2021
CAMBRIDGE: British Antarctic Survey welcomes the publication of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Working Group 1 component of its Sixth Assessment Report. This assessment brings together the latest advances in …
Spotlight on equality, diversity and inclusion
4 August, 2020
New blogs, refreshed web content and a social media campaign aim to highlight a two-year programme of work aimed at boosting diversity in UK polar science.
British Antarctic Survey statement on Black Lives Matter
10 June, 2020
British Antarctic Survey supports and endorses the UKRI statement on Black Lives Matter. We embrace and recognise the importance of taking a stand against racism and strive for diversity and equality of opportunity, and are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams that represent all backgrounds.
Update: British Antarctic Survey response to COVID-19 and planning for next season
1 May, 2020
CAMBRIDGE: British Antarctic Survey (BAS) continues to plan its operational support to the UK and international polar research community during global challenges posed by COVID-19. Halley and Signy Research Stations …
Funding success for British Antarctic Survey
12 October, 2018
New funding stream for sustainable observation and unique BAS British Antarctic Survey (BAS) scientific capabilities
Honorary appointment for BAS Director
12 December, 2017
Professor Dame Jane Francis is appointed Chancellor at University of Leeds
Raising Horizons: Portraits of women in science
2 March, 2017
BAS Director features in photographic portraits of women in science
Polar experts offer expertise to the developing world
15 September, 2016
ODA funds – expertise to address major challenges facing the developing world
NEWS STORY: New Head of Arctic Office appointed
25 November, 2015
coordinating UK Arctic issues, research and logistics.
NEWS STORY: UK leading scientists listed
16 January, 2014
A list published this week by the Science Council features British Antarctic Survey Director, Professor Jane Francis as one of 100 UK leading practising scientists The list is the result …
NEWS STORY: Evaluation shows BAS in good light
5 August, 2013
Independent evaluation of British Antarctic Survey research excellence The outcome of an independent evaluation of the research excellence within NERC (Natural Environment Research Council) Research Centres is published today. The …
