Arctic Centre, University of Lapland

Arctic Centre conducts multidisciplinary research in changes in the Arctic region. It is located in the Arktikum House, Rovaniemi, Finland and is a national and international hub of Arctic information and activities. The Arctic Centre improves a comprehensive understanding of the Arctic through research and science communication. Our strength is in a unique combination of high quality multidisciplinary research and the capability to share research-based knowledge with the public and decision-makers.

Our top-level research combines approaches from the human, social, legal and natural sciences, often in multidisciplinary projects and in co-production with local, regional, national and international stakeholders. Through the Arktikum Science Centre and science communication activities we increase knowledge and further a comprehensive understanding of the changing Arctic. The Arctic Centre produces Rovaniemi Arctic Spirit Conferences, which are the leading Arctic events in Finland.