Two Emirati scientists have established two research stations in Antarctica – one for weather monitoring and another for seismological research. The remarkable feat marks the first time the UAE and the Arab region are represented in this critical scientific endeavour.
The scientists, 32-year-old Ahmed Mansour Al Kaabi and 31-year-old Eng. Badr Alameri, who recently returned from the icy cold expanse, shared their journey in an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times.
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Reflecting on the challenges of operating in one of the planet’s most hostile environments, they recounted the gruelling conditions, logistical hurdles, and the meticulous planning that went into making their mission successful.
