The U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) is a scientific research initiative managed by the National Science Foundation (NSF). It supports research in Antarctica and the surrounding Southern Ocean, focusing on areas such as climate change, biology, and glaciology. The program operates several research stations, including the well-known McMurdo Station and Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station. USAP facilitates collaboration among scientists from various disciplines and countries, promoting international cooperation in polar research. The program also emphasizes the importance of preserving the unique Antarctic environment while advancing our understanding of global systems and their impacts on climate and ecosystems.