Expedition members

The founder of the Arctic Research Group is Ian Frearson and the founding members are Richard Grant, Mike Haynes, George Shaw and Stephen Staley.

Members of all expeditions are selected following application or are invited based on recommendation. The selection of an expedition team is based on the planned work programme and skills requirements for the safe and successful completion of the expedition. To apply to become a member, please contact us including appropriate information about qualifications, experience and interests.

Ian Frearson

Founder

Established the Arctic Research Group in 1988 after taking part in three previous Arctic expeditions.

Graeme (George) Shaw

Founder Member

Professor of Environmental Science at Nottingham University and formerly Reader at Imperial College,

Henry Staley

Member

Henry is a qualified Dentist and first went to the Arctic in 2019.

Wioleta Hypiak

Member

Polish dumplings connoisseur currently living in Berlin, archaeologist and passionate geophysicist.

Siri Enckell

Member

Siri is studing geography at the Helsinki University and is a marketing professional. She has a great interest in the High Arctic region.

David Pidgeon

Member

David Pidgeon is a freelance writer and journalist based in Bristol. A former editor of business title The Media Leader, he holds a Masters Degree in English Literature, loves writing short stories, and has just completed his first novel.