Our Polar Experts
While you’re in the Arctic or Antarctica, you’ll be wowed by the wildlife, scenery and history of the region. All of our polar ships have a team of on-board expedition staff who’ll make this incredible journey with you, bringing nature to life and fuelling your mind with their expert knowledge and years of experience in the polar regions.
Terence (Scobie) Pye Scientist and Zodiac Master
Terence (Scobie) Pye is a research scientist with decades of research time in Antarctica. His main scientifi c interests are focused on the conservation and management of the sub-Antarctic islands, the impact of introduced mammals on these fragile ecosystems, sustainable tourism in Antarctica and the history of the region. In 1978, Scobie was awarded the Fuchs Medal for outstanding service to the British Antarctic Survey.
Alex Cowan Ornithologist and Marine
Mammal Expert
Holding a PhD in Geology from Cambridge, Alex draws upon his many years as a researcher and lecturer to explain climate change and the fascinating landforms encountered by our travellers from the decks of the ship. An avid mountaineer and professional yacht skipper, he has spent years climbing and skiing all over Europe, Africa and Greenland, and has extensive sailing experience. Alex is at his happiest when sharing his knowledge of natural history and exploring the Antarctic Peninsula.
Susan Adie Expedition Leader
Susan has led more than 140 expeditions in Antarctica. Her passion for the environment was fuelled from a very early age, growing up amid the lakes and mountains of New York State. She carried this enthusiasm through her education to work with state and national governments in environmental education and resource management, working on endangered species re- introduction programmes, for which she has won awards.
Gary Miller Expedition Leader and Lecturer
Gary is a Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia. He’s studied polar bears in the Arctic, whales in Alaska and Mexico and skuas and penguins in Antarctica, including emperors while over-wintering at Mawson Station.
Robyn Mundy Assistant Expedition Leader
Robyn has visited polar regions almost every year since 1996. She was a fi eld assistant at Davis Station, researching skuas and over-wintered at Mawson station, working with emperor penguins. Robyn has a PhD in Writing. The Nature of Ice, her fi rst novel, refl ects her passion for Antarctica.
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