The Science and Technical Project Services (S&TPS) division oversees the logistical planning and implementation of science projects that receive support from the U.S. government to conduct research in Antarctica.

The U.S. National Science Foundation online safety reporting form for anonymous safety concerns.

• Points of Contact
• Information for Proposers
• Science Support Organizations
• Station and Vessel Maps
• Vessel Science and Operations
• McMurdo Crary Lab Floor Plans
• McMurdo On-Ice Material Storage and Return Policy
• Antarctic Dive Guide
• USAP Dive Standards

2026-2027 USAP Science Planning Summary

Current Season

Find information about the people and projects that will be a part of the 2026-2027 United States Antarctic Program field season.

2026-2027
Science Planning Summary

Previous Seasons

Previous seasons of the USAP Science Planning Summaries have been made available for download on the USAP Science Planning Summary Archives page.

The Participant On-Line Antarctic Resource Information Coordination Environment (POLAR ICE) is the web-based software application used to assist in deployment preparation, and coordinate and facilitate support for Antarctic research missions.

More Information