Turkiye's 9th National Antarctic Science Expedition

ANTARCTICA - FEBRUARY 20: A whale is seen on the sea surface as Turkish scientists conduct their studies on 'indirect and direct impacts of humans on aquatic ecosystems,' one of the priority scientific themes of national and international significance, during 9th National Antarctic Science Expedition, in Antarctica on February 20, 2025. The 9th National Antarctic Science Expedition continues under the auspices of the Turkish Presidency, Ministry of Industry and Technology and with the coordination of TUBITAK MAM Polar Research Institute. (Photo by Sebnem Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images)