
Formed by the Alaska Legislature in 1988 and charged with encouraging international cooperation amongst Circumpolar nations, identifying, addressing and finding solutions to health problems.
Our applied research focus supports public health planning and provides opportunities for students to gain research experience. Our faculty and staff have expertise in epidemiologic study design, quantitative and qualitative analysis, geographic information systems (GIS), community engagement, evaluation, and facilitation.
Formed by the Alaska Legislature in 1988 and charged with encouraging international cooperation amongst Circumpolar nations, identifying, addressing and finding solutions to health problems.
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Learn more about our current and past efforts to find solutions for pressing health concerns in the Circumpolar North.
The Institute for Circumpolar Health Studies is to improve the health of peoples of Alaska and other circumpolar areas through instruction, information services, and basic and applied research in health and medicine. ICHS was established by the Alaska Legislature in 1988.