Dag Rune Olsen
Rector, UiT - the Arctic University of Norway
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The winner of the Mohn Prize is renowned for his/her studies on historic variations in Arctic climate and environment which contributes to our understanding of current and future challenges related to climate change in the Arctic and beyond. Through multi-disciplinary and innovative assessment methods, the Mohn awardee has underscored the importance of knowledge of the past to better equip ourselves for the future - and that time and tempo matters.
Session speakers
Researcher, IC3, UiT - the Arctic University of Norway
Executive Secretary, European Polar Board
Co-Chair, Gwich'in Council International; Head of Delegation to the Senior Arctic Officials, CAFF and EPPR AC working groups
Professor of ecology and evolution, University of Oslo; Mohn Prize Scientific Committee