Modelling Ice Sheets - Oxford Mathematics Research Seminar
Offered By: University of Oxford via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the mathematical modeling of ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctica through this Oxford Mathematics Research Seminar. Delve into the complexities of ice sheet dynamics, including their movement, fluid properties, and the equations governing their behavior. Learn about the motivation behind studying ice sheets, their impact on global climate, and the challenges in predicting their future. Discover key concepts such as accumulation elevation feedback, depth-integrated models, and surface boundary layers. Gain insights into the scale of Antarctica and the role of moulins in ice sheet dynamics. This seminar provides a comprehensive look at cutting-edge research in glaciology and climate science, offering valuable knowledge for those interested in environmental mathematics and climate modeling.
Syllabus
Introduction
Motivation
Antarctica
How Ice Sheets Work
How Ice Sheets Move
Ice as a Fluid
Ice Sheet Model
Ice Sheet Equation
Accumulation Elevation Feedback
Depth Integrated Models
How large is Antarctica
Surface boundary layer
Equations
Moulins
Taught by
Oxford Mathematics
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