Why has this Collaboration been Successful ?

1. Iceland as a scientifically interesting place

Part of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Right Above the World's Largest Mantle Plume
Volcanoes and their Eruptions
Earthquakes
Geothermal activity
Glaciers

2. Iceland as a good place for field experiments

Authorization for Scientific Experiments Obtainable
Low Crime Rate
Plenty of Open Spaces
Excellent Infastructre and Services
Accessible by Air

3. Icelandic Scientists as World-Class Partners

Know Iceland Fabulously Well
Highly Competant in their Respective Specialties
Well-known through International Publications
Interested in "Big Scientific Problems"