Spatial distribution of wildfire threat in the far north: exposure assessment in boreal communities
Increased wildfire […]
Alaska Resources Conference 2023
The Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) faculty, including Brett Watson, Bob Loeffler, and Mary Kopriva, showcased their expertise as panelists at the […]
Climate-related hazards threaten Fairbanks & Anchorage homeowners
ISER Faculty Member Jennifer Schmidt partnered with Toby Schwoerer at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and Jim Powell at the University of Alaska Southeast on a study of threats from climate-related hazards to […]
Learn about Vic Fischer’s career at the University of Alaska and ways to honor his legacy
As Vic Fischer’s friends and family share memories of Vic’s amazing contributions to Alaska and his impact on us all, we thought we’d share this publication about Vic’s long and impactful career at the University of Alaska, UAA, […]
ISER Director Emeritus Victor Fischer, May 4, 1924-October 22, 2023
Vic Fischer, 2008
ISER is saddened to announce the passing of our first director and Director Emeritus, Vic Fischer. We are beyond grateful for his years of service to the state of Alaska, UA, and ISER. A memorial service is […]
Alaska Historical Society Keynote Address Speaker: Diane Hirshberg
Dr. Diane Hirshberg was the keynote speaker for the Alaska Historical Society Conference held at the Kenai Peninsula College and nearby locations Oct 5-8, 2023. The conference was titled “Connections and Disconnections in Alaska History” and is connected to a larger set of discussions on enhancing Alaska […]
2034 landcover for Fairbanks with 2024–2033 modeled fire perimeters 
Alaska Food Strategy Task Force Report Urges Steps to Address Food Security
Alaska Food Strategy Task Force member, Mike Jones, discusses food security with The Talk of the Kenai podcast.
Alaska Food Strategy Task Force Press Release
PALMER – The Alaska Food Strategy Task Force (AFSTF) has released its first of two reports […]
Advancing Wildfire Preparedness and Planning in Anchorage
Advancing Wildfire Preparedness and Planning in Anchorage Wildfire Exposure and Egress Study
Funding: This project was funded by the State of Alaska with the help of Senator Joshua Revak. Also assisting in the garnering of funds were the Anchorage […]