Research Needs for a Secure and Prosperous Arctic

The Arctic is emerging as both a strategic frontier and a rapidly changing environment, requiring research that strengthens U.S. security, communities, energy resilience, and economic stability. With Alaska’s vast natural resources, strategic geography, and cultural significance, the region is central to national defense and global competitiveness. Research priorities include enhancing domain awareness with new technologies like quantum sensing and AI, building resilient community infrastructure, advancing local energy solutions, and safeguarding vital fisheries. By integrating scientific innovation with Indigenous knowledge, the U.S. aims to ensure a secure, stable, and prosperous Arctic future.