Research activities for the Land Surface Dynamics research group. Hazards and risk We research the causes, mechanics and consequences of flooding, landslides, volcanoes and cascading hazards (e.g., an earthquake causing landsliding into rivers leading to increased flood risk). Mountain building and source to sink sedimentation Our group is interested in the growth of mountains, their underlying tectonics, how this results in production of sediment, and the fate of that sediment. Understanding the factors controlling fluvial and hillslope evolution We investigate methods for quantifying how different incision and sediment flux laws impact the surface of the planet, and if topography can be used to infer these processes. Rates and dates of Earth surface processes Our group uses cosmogenic nuclides, such as Beryllium-10 (10Be), Aluminium-26 (26Al), and Chlorine-36 (36Cl), to understand how quickly landscapes evolve and the timing of large climatic and tectonic events. Coastal processes Our researchers explore the evolution of coastlines using both numerical and field methods. We focus on salt marshes and mangroves, using a combination of remote sensing (primarily lidar) and fieldwork to understand the risks of sea level rise to these crucial environments. This article was published on 2024-07-01
