For a tropical biologist, the idea of traveling to Antarctic brings its share of existential questions. These may include: "will I be able to stand the cold?" or "will I get bored on the ship?"... The arrival at McMurdo station was nothing short of a scientific culture shock. Here is more on the "terrestrial part" of Geoff's trip:
http://scrippsblogs.ucsd.edu/antarctica/2013/02/12/antarctica-first-impressions/
