Research

Research projects at UNAK

WAGE

A case study in South Greenland investigates social and economic inequalities in Nanortalik, Narsaq, and Qaqortoq. The research focuses on internal structures, issues, and challenges in the Arctic region that perpetuate power imbalances and unequal economic outcomes.

ILLUQ

Interdisciplinary research on climate change, permafrost, pollution and health, and adaptation in Arctic coastal communities.

MARINE SABRES

Marine SABRES is an EU-funded project uniting 21 partners to restore marine biodiversity and promote a sustainable blue economy through ecosystem-based management in Europe.

ICEBERG

The ICEBERG project tackles Arctic pollution and climate change by studying impacts and co-developing solutions with local communities from 2024–2026.

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Research institutes

RHA-University of Akureyri Research Centre

The University of Akureyri Research Centre is an independent unit within the University of Akureyri.

Children’s Books Centre

The Children’s Books Centre was founded on 4 February 2012.

Institute of Health Science Research, University of Akureyri

The Institute of Health Science Research (HHA) is a joint forum for the employees of Akureyri Hospital (SAk) and the University of Akureyri (UNAK).

Icelandic Tourism Research Centre

The Icelandic Tourism Research Centre is operated by the University of Akureyri, University of Iceland, Hólar University College, Icelandic Travel Industry Association and Icelandic Tourist Board.

Research Centre Against Violence

The purpose of the Research Centre Against Violence is to strengthen research and increase knowledge of the manifestations of violence, its consequences and ways to eliminate it.

Fisheries Science Centre

The Fisheries Science Centre of the University of Akureyri (SHA) is under the School of Business and Science at the University. The Fisheries Science Centre is intended to strengthen ties between the University and industry.