PrefaceSynthesis of Arctic Research (SOAR) in marine ecosystems of the Pacific Arctic

- Over the decade 2004-2013 dramatic environmental changes in the Pacific Arctic suggest a 'new normal' climate is emerging.
- Variable advection and hydrographic processes are key influences on benthic hotspots for seabird and marine mammal predators.
- Six bowhead whale core-use areas are identified, and body condition suggests bowheads are faring well despite sea ice loss.
- The Arctic Marine Pulses (AMP) conceptual model aims to animate advection models and link to pelagic-benthic coupling models.