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His first task was to reach out to the University of Wisconsin-Madison to discuss a partnership with their existing field operations in [[Antarctica]]. Specifically, he proposed that [[Westarctica]] sponsor one of the university's [[automatic weather station]]s located on the [[West Antarctic Ice Sheet]]. Michael's efforts led to the Grand Duke personally speaking with representatives from the university's Antarctic program, although they were unable to reach an agreement on how best to proceed with a joint project. | His first task was to reach out to the University of Wisconsin-Madison to discuss a partnership with their existing field operations in [[Antarctica]]. Specifically, he proposed that [[Westarctica]] sponsor one of the university's [[automatic weather station]]s located on the [[West Antarctic Ice Sheet]]. Michael's efforts led to the Grand Duke personally speaking with representatives from the university's Antarctic program, although they were unable to reach an agreement on how best to proceed with a joint project. | ||
As a result of his service as Minister of Transportation, Michael was granted the title Count of Discovery Ridge, so-named for [[Discovery Ridge]] in the [[Ohio Range]]. The count continues to hold the Baronetcy of Alenroux as a subordinate title. | As a result of his service as Minister of Transportation, Michael was granted the title Count of Discovery Ridge, so-named for [[Discovery Ridge]] in the [[Ohio Range]]. The count continues to hold the Baronetcy of Alenroux as a [[subordinate title]]. | ||
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[[Category: Peerage of Westarctica]] | [[Category: Peerage of Westarctica]] |