The IK Foundation | The IK Workshop Soc

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:52:54 +0200

“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

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:06:30 +0200

iTEXTILIS publishes new research and an essay today on ”Silk Samples from 1831”.

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:31:08 +0200

NEW ESSAY published today by iTEXTILIS: The Story No. 9 | Fieldwork – The Linnaean Way | Quadrants, Compasses and Other Scientific Instruments.

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:42:38 +0200

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.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:53:27 +0200

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«<

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:58:39 +0200

Japanese months at iTEXTILIS, starting with a NEW ESSAY: Japanese Textiles in the 1770s – Collections amassed by the naturalist Carl Peter Thunberg.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:14:30 +0200

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!

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 09:35:43 +0200

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 …

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:55:55 +0200

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.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:33:41 +0200

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…

DONATE TODAY>

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:43:51 +0200

NEW ESSAY from iTEXTILIS: Baby Clothing and Christening – In the Coastal Town of Whitby: 1820s to 1914, North Yorkshire, England.

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:15:24 +0200

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.

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:07:13 +0200

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.

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:34:26 +0200

A new IK iMESSENGER has been published today. The content covers the importance of books, Alexander Pope, and a press release. Explore more here »>

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 12:27:43 +0200

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 … ”

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:46:15 +0200

Take a look at ”Arctic and scientia potentia est” in our latest IK Global iMessenger newsletter. And, of course, SMALL BIG NEWS.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:53:30 +0200

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.

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:01:16 +0200

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 »>

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:14:18 +0200

NEW ESSAY: iTEXTILIS | The IK Workshop Society | 18th Century Sumptuary Laws – Textile materials and luxurious Garments in Sweden.

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:46:05 +0200

STATUS MESSAGE | THE FIELD STATION SOLANDER’S EYE – we invite you to explore the project site for further information!

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:37:05 +0200

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

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 14:00:59 +0200

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…

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:02:26 +0200

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…

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 17:01:34 +0200

THE FIELD STATION SOLANDER’S EYE | Breiðamerkurjökull | Vatnajøkull | The soil temperature (-12 cm) under this snow-covered Salix shrub is currently -5°C, almost twice as cold as the air temperature. > www.ikfoundation.org/fieldstat…

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 10:49:26 +0200

THE FIELD STATION SOLANDER’S EYE | Breiðamerkurjökull | Vatnajøkull | Today, we will surpass 20,000 observation hours and terabytes of scientific data. Click the “Explore More” button to learn more about the rhythm of nature.