Event Dates
2018-05-15

The course provides a basic introduction to the dynamics of glaciers and ice sheets with a focus on ice-climate interactions. Topics include: continuum mechanics, sliding and hydraulics, numerical modelling, polar meteorology, ice-ocean interaction, ice cores, interaction of ice sheets with the solid earth, etc. The course is meant for Ph.D. students that work on a glaciology-related climate project. Some places are available for junior scientists.

The next Karthaus course will be held from 11 to 22 September 2018 in Karthaus (northern Italy).

Deadline for applications is 15 May 2018.