Arctic Centre, University of Lapland

Arctic Centre

The Arctic Centre of the University of Lapland is built exclusively for Arctic research and outreach. Combining researchers, communicators, and a science centre exhibition, it enjoys a high international reputation and gathers Finland’s leading Arctic expertise. The research at the Arctic Centre currently focuses on five main themes: Global Change, Northern Institute for Environmental and Minority Law, Northern Political Economy, Arctic Anthropology, and Arctic Governance. The combination of social sciences, anthropology, natural sciences, and law studies makes it possible to have a holistic understanding of the developments and life in the Arctic.