In their reflections from Arctic Science Summit Week 2026 in Aarhus, Denmark, Dr. Michelle Koutnik, Glaciology Research Faculty Member at the University of Washington College of the Environment, and Michalea King, Sr Research Scientist, share insights from one of the world's leading gatherings of Arctic researchers, Indigenous knowledge holders, policymakers, and students. Their story highlights the power of international collaboration in advancing Arctic science and addressing the environmental challenges shaping our shared future.

Dr. Michelle Koutnik is the program leader for the UW Exploration of the Greenland Ice Sheet Seminar funded by Scan Design Foundation.