A group of researchers studied mosses and micro-organisms near the Swedish Wasa and Svea stations.

Research projects

Adaptations in energetics and life histories of tardigrades in Antarctica

Research leader: Ingemar Jönsson, Lund University

Microscopic animals on nunataks in Antarctica

Research leader: Björn Sohlenius, Swedish Museum of Natural History

Lichens in Antarctica

Research leader: Anders Telenius, Mälardalen University

Schedule

November 2001–January 2002