PCAPS at the Norwegian Geophysical Society 2nd General Assembly
The Norwegian Geophysical Society (NGF) held its 2nd General Assembly from 10 - 12 June 2026 at the University of Oslo. The NGF General Assembly provides a platform for all geophysical scientists in Norway to network together and share updates on their work and research. Notably, the Research Council of Norway was also present at this year’s General Assembly, introducing the Norwegian plans for the upcoming International Polar Year (IPY). PCAPS was also present at the General Assembly. Dina Abdel-Fattah, the manager of PCAPS’ International Coordination Office (ICO) presented about PCAPS, highlighting ways for researchers and others to participate in PCAPS.
Over 80 participants from across Norway and different geophysical disciplines took part in NGF’s 2nd General Assembly in Oslo. Photo credit: Freya Sykes, Arctic Frontiers
NGF serves as a central platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing across all disciplines of geophysics. The society covers a wide array of fields, including cryospheric sciences, meteorology, oceanography, seismology, geomagnetism, hydrology, geodesy, volcanology, and Earth chemistry, showcasing its broad scientific scope.
Founded in 1917, the society was established through the efforts of prominent Norwegian geophysicists, including Professor V. Bjerknes, Hesselberg, and Krogness. Today, NGF has approximately 200 members, primarily from fields such as meteorology, hydrology, oceanography, physics of the solid Earth, ionospheric physics, and volcanology. Since the early 2000s, geodesy has also emerged as a growing area of focus within the society.
The NGF General Assembly highlights the society’s dedication to advancing geosciences through collaboration. This year’s program featured union lectures on the first day, followed by disciplinary and interdisciplinary sessions on the subsequent days. Importantly, the integration of hydrological, cryospheric, and atmospheric sciences emphasized the progress made in tackling critical research questions. These range from challenges related to climate change to fundamental issues at the intersection of these disciplines.
As a vital organization for Norwegian geophysicists, NGF continues to bridge researchers, fostering scientific excellence and innovation across geophysical disciplines. Presentations by the Research Council of Norway and PCAPS highlighted the need for enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration and societal-focused research efforts in the years ahead, particularly as the community prepares for IPY-5 and beyond.
Learn more about NGF and the 2nd General Assembly here.