Permafrost - Interactions with Ecosystems and Hydrology
Permafrost and periglacial processes - interactions with ecosystems, hydrology and the global carbon cycle in a changing climate.
A quarter of the land surface in the Northern hemisphere is underlain by permafrost, and soils sin the permafrost region store large amounts of organic carbon. During this course you will learn about how permafrost is impacted by climate change. The course focuses on how ecosystems, hydrology and the global carbon cycle might change under future warmer conditions, and discusses feedback mechanisms originating from thawing permafrost. You will also learn how permafrost is represented in modeling, with a special emphasis on permafrost hydrology, and about the field.
The course is part (elective course) of the Master's Programme in Polar Landscapes and Quaternary Climate and the Master's Programme in Hydrology, Hydrogeology and Water Resources, but can also be read as a separate course.
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Course structure
Teaching format
Instruction consists of lectures, seminars and exercises.
Assessment
For details see syllabus.
Examiner
Peter Kuhry
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course reports
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Contact
Registration is normally done at the beginning of each semester.
Course responsible
Peter Kuhry
E-mailt: peter.kuhry@natgeo.su.seStudy counsellor, student office and other contacts
