NySmac

The Arctic Centre is a member of the Ny-Ålesund Science Managers Committee, NySmac.

NySMAC was established in 1994 to enhance cooperation and coordination amongst research activities at the Ny-Ålesund International Arctic Research and Monitoring Facility.

NySMAC ensures that ongoing and planned research is not in conflict with environmental laws and regulations, and provides advice and comments on issues such as research planning and coordination, infrastructure development, and environmental protection.

Contact person for the Arctic Centre is Maarten Loonen. Maarten Loonen is also the current chair of NySmac.