Open-access iBook SPITSBERGEN SCIENCE EXPEDITIONS crowdfunding is now over 80% funded, thanks to a major donation from explorer Frederik Paulsen! Just €4,840 left to create a free digital resource on Arctic history.
The word “Etc.” on our donation banner carries a wealth of meaning. It signifies that your support helps unlock not only textile history but also a rich tapestry of interconnected stories — from Naturalists… EXPLORE »>
“Collecting knowledge and collecting thoughts are the basis of understanding!” That’s the theme of the latest iMESSENGER from The IK Foundation.
Welcome to read it here > https://www.ikfoundation.org/news/imessenger-archive-m5y2026.html
iTEXTILIS publishes new research and an essay today on ”Silk Samples from 1831”.
NEW ESSAY published today by iTEXTILIS: The Story No. 9 | Fieldwork – The Linnaean Way | Quadrants, Compasses and Other Scientific Instruments.
First iMESSENGER of the year, published with the theme “Japanese months,” in ITEXTILIS. Includes an in-depth exploration of Japanese textile history. READ iMESSENGER click, and feel free to browse.
WHAT IS THIS ABOUT? This crowdfunding project (incl. recognition with a treat) is more than a digital book — it is a mission to transform cutting-edge, multidisciplinary ARCTIC science, field research and historical documentation into a dynamic digital iBOOK… »>CONTRIBUTE«<
Japanese months at iTEXTILIS, starting with a NEW ESSAY: Japanese Textiles in the 1770s – Collections amassed by the naturalist Carl Peter Thunberg.
The Field Station Lab campaign ends today, and in its closing hours of the year 2025, it has achieved 56.5% of its total goal of EUR 18,000. We thank you all donors for your trust and wish you a really happy new year.
Our work continues. Like our field station concept - in all weathers!
The final batch of 250 hand-bound, numbered books is now ready to order! SPITSBERGEN SCIENCE EXPEDITIONS | 446 pp. with in-depth details, including text sections, maps, diagrams, pictures, artworks, timelines, and large fold-outs.
TAGS > Arctic | Earth Science | Fieldwork | Expeditions …
Unique pine tree trunk that sprouted after the last ice age ≈ 10,000 years ago, stood firmly on the bottom of the Baltic Sea for thousands of years. From a research project in the 1980s. Fully intact, still smells of resin—a work of nature and wonder. Now for sale! Contact IK for more information.
8 days left in our crowdfunding campaign, over 50% funded. Our goal: launch Field Station concept v.3. Join us in transforming how we observe nature.
Your support for the Field Station Lab campaign makes a difference—there’s still time to help, every contribution brings us closer…
NEW ESSAY from iTEXTILIS: Baby Clothing and Christening – In the Coastal Town of Whitby: 1820s to 1914, North Yorkshire, England.
NEW ESSAY Writing and Drawing during Naturalist Journeys: Part 2. | It is part of the long-term research and publicise project THE STORY | FIELDWORK – THE LINNAEAN WAY.
Today, IK is excited to launch THE DONATION ROOM — our open and public crowdfunding campaign site. This long-term initiative has already secured one-fifth of its funding for the first campaign, ”Green Tech for a Green World”, and we invite you to join us on this meaningful journey.
A new IK iMESSENGER has been published today. The content covers the importance of books, Alexander Pope, and a press release. Explore more here »>
Three years of successful observations with Field Station Solander’s Eye in Vatnajokull National Park in Iceland have now concluded. Read more in iMESSENGER ”Ice, observations … ”
Take a look at ”Arctic and scientia potentia est” in our latest IK Global iMessenger newsletter. And, of course, SMALL BIG NEWS.
Read about the latest news from The IK Foundation in the newly released > iMESSENGER <, which includes two significant milestones, including the completion of the ”Naturae Observatio SPITSBERGEN — Science Expeditions„ monograph.
NEW ESSAY from iTEXTILIS: The Story No. 4 | Fieldwork – The Linnaean Way | Instructions for Travelling Naturalists. For additional reading, Volume One (Introduction to the Linnaeus Apostles) of the extensive reference work remains available in stock. EXPLORE MORE »>
NEW ESSAY: iTEXTILIS | The IK Workshop Society | 18th Century Sumptuary Laws – Textile materials and luxurious Garments in Sweden.
STATUS MESSAGE | THE FIELD STATION SOLANDER’S EYE – we invite you to explore the project site for further information!
This monograph ”Naturae Observatio SPITSBERGEN – Science Expeditions” is a must for all the bookish interested in these areas – ARCTIC, SPITSBERGEN, SVALBARD – of our planet. Read more in our latest Newsletter
THE FIELD STATION SOLANDER’S EYE | Breiðamerkurjökull | Vatnajøkull |
Changes in landscape within 5 days based on varying precipitation and temperatures. Live Pictures & Data > www.ikfoundation.org/fieldstat…
THE FIELD STATION SOLANDER’S EYE | Breiðamerkurjökull | Vatnajøkull | It’s truly a stunning day at the Glacier Lagoon in Iceland! Live Pictures & Data > www.ikfoundation.org/fieldstat…
