Rutgers biological oceanographer Mya Sharpe (left) and Virginia Institute of Marine Science doctoral student Maya Thomas in Antarctica answered questions from students, some of them 6,000 miles away.

Live From Antarctica: Rutgers Opens a Portal to One of Earth’s Most Remote Places

Shriya Golugula2025, Affiliate News

The innovative program connects students with researchers in the Antarctic, inspiring a love of science Wearing overalls, layered sweatshirts, and a knit cap to fend off the chilly weather, Rutgers biological oceanographer Mya Sharpe stood on a deck of Palmer Station on Anvers Island near the Antarctic Peninsula, broadcasting live to students, some more than 6,000 miles away. As the wind whipped, she fielded …