Uksorril

Uksorril is a remote scientific station located on the George V Coast of East Antarctica. It is situated on the coast of a small island, approximately 100 kilometers southeast of the Mawson Base. The station is operated by the Australian Government's Antarctic Division and serves as a research facility, primarily supporting glaciology and geology studies.

Established in 1972, Uksorril has been a key site for conducting field research in the Antarctic region. The station's remote location provides a unique opportunity for scientists to study the region's glaciers, sea ice, and marine ecosystem without the influence of human activities. The research conducted at Uksorril includes field measurements of sea ice thickness and the study of the geology of the surrounding coastal area.

The station is relatively small, with a maximum capacity to accommodate up to 35 people. It is equipped with basic laboratory and living facilities, including a general-purpose laboratory, a field weather station, and a small airfield. Researchers at Uksorril typically stay at the station for periods of several weeks or months to conduct their fieldwork.

Due to its remote location, access to Uksorril is limited and typically occurs by air via charter flights from Casey or Davis Stations. The station's remote location also subjects its inhabitants to extreme weather conditions, with temperatures often below -40°C in winter and wind speeds exceeding 100 km/h.