The common assumption that flood behavior is not changing over time causes water managers to undervalue flood protection benefits. A better method of risk assessment is proposed. Read More »Hydrology, Cryosphere & Earth Surface
Researchers examined the water flowing into and out of several Antarctic ice streams to determine the cause of a recent observed slowdown of some of these ice streams.Read More »Ocean Sciences
Rockfalls from steep cliffs pose great hazards to the millions who visit Yosemite Valley each year. Armed with new studies, the National Park Service recently took steps to enhance visitors’ safety.Read More »Hydrology, Cryosphere & Earth Surface
To better prepare people for future floods, scientists need to dig deep into the past to capture a wide spectrum of both flood and natural climate variability.Read More »Hydrology, Cryosphere & Earth Surface
Using satellite-tracked devices that can withstand multiple collisions with ice blocks, scientists can now track water as it melts and swirls through fjords.Read More »Education
Although focused on polar and cryospheric scientists, APECS's resources give general advice that can help scientists of all disciplines develop “soft skills.”Read More »
