It is the first polar research station designed to run entirely on renewable energy sources (wind and solar power). (antarcticstation.org)
The promotion made him the first Hispanic in the nation to lead a land - grant agricultural research station. (fieryfoodscentral.com)
Some 11 nations staff small research stations there, with the population swelling to up to 150 scientists and support staff during the busiest months. (sciencemag.org)