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Antarctica and the surrounding oceans are critical parts of the
Earth system. The Earth's history establishes that Antarctica's
core comprises a suite of crustal blocks that were once parts of
various supercontinents. The geological record can provide critical
insights into the evolution and processes of change in the
Antarctic environment and the biota dependent on it. The
development of geodetic infrastructure across Antarctica is
imperative to facilitate the monitoring of its physical processes
and to coordinate various infrastructure associated with
Earth-monitoring techniques. Geoscientific Investigations From the
Indian Antarctic Program is a reference that comprises
geoscientific aspects of Antarctica through Indian scientific
expeditions. It integrates them into a holistic understanding of
Antarctica geoscience and its trajectory of change. Furthermore, it
seeks to review scientific achievements and discuss what further
accomplishments might be made in Antarctic geoscientific research
and necessitates the evaluation of Indian geoscientific research
from global perspectives. Covering topics such as geodynamical
processes, mineralogical studies, and structural geology, this book
is an indispensable reference source for polar researchers,
geoscientists, geologists, geophysicists, oceanographers,
hydrographers, surveyors, students and educators of higher
education, researchers, and academicians.
India launched its maiden scientific expedition to Antarctica way
back in 1981 and ever since annual expeditions are launched to
address thematic research in the contemporary areas of Antarctic
Science and Engineering. The initial efforts and achievements of
India are not only significant but are of historical importance.
This book discusses a wide array of topics that have entered the
mainstream of geotechnical and geo environmental engineering over
the initial two and half decades of India's presence in the icy
continent 'Antarctica'. At the same time, it highlights the lessons
learnt in cryo-engineering technologies. It covers various articles
on many aspects of environmental science and collates the overall
achievements in the fascinating field of Antarctic engineering and
environmental impact assessment. Accordingly, this book covers
articles on wind energy by Ramesh et al., and engineering aspects
in Antarctica by Rai. Similarly, Pathak has reviewed the
engineering details of Dakshin Gangotri and Maitri. On the
contrary, Sharma has provided an interesting history about the
process of establishment of Dakshin Gangotri station. Similarly,
communication aspects have been highlighted by Dhaka. Commercial
polymers and their utility in cold region have been discussed by
Dabholker et al. Besides, Tiwari and Khare have reviewed the
environmental studies carried out during the initial 25 years in
Antarctic research base 'Maitri'. Similarly, Ramchandran and Sathe
have studied the natural radioactivity in Antarctica while fire
safety in Antarctica has been touched upon by Chatterjee. On the
other hand, Veerbhadraiah and Jain have provided a status on
environmental management services at Maitri station Additionally
Tiwari has provided details on the new Indian Research Base
'Bharti' at Larsemann Hills region. It provides a one-stop
reference for researchers and those working in industry and
government.
Polar Ice and Global Warming in Cryosphere Regions is based on
recent and past climate variabilities data gathered through
satellites and spatial-temporal analysis to explain the role of
global warming on cryosphere regions such as high-latitude
Himalaya, Arctic and Antarctic regions, and the surrounding
Southern Ocean and Arctic Ocean. Through several case studies the
book describes the atmospheric processes and their interactions
with high-latitude regions toward a better understanding of climate
variability. Understanding cryosphere regions helps readers develop
plausible models for disaster risk management and policy on
different polar events. Features Presents a thorough review on
climate variability over the Southern Ocean and Antarctica, and the
impact of climate variability and global warming on cryosphere
regions Explains how the inferred climatological environmental
conditions using natural archive may shed light on climate
scenarios in cryosphere regions Includes case studies on globally
connected geoscientific phenomena in Himalayan, Arctic, and
Antarctic regions Discusses the use of natural archives to explain
the current climate scenario in the cryosphere regions Intended for
researchers, academics, and graduate students studying
oceanography, meteorology, or environmental studies, and those
working on projects related to climate change in governmental
organizations, institutions, and global NGO’s, this book outlines
ways in which readers can initiate plans and policies to help
mitigate the effects of global warming in these regions.
Quaternary studies provide the essential context for evaluation of
what is happening with the earth's climate today, and to clarify
our vulnerability to hazardous natural processes. This book covers
scientific aspects of past and present climatic changes of the
quaternary period focused on the Indian subcontinent via response
of modern environmental conditions on climate proxies,
reconstruction of paleoclimate, paleomonsoon, glacial geology,
climate variabilities using dendrochronology, cave deposits
including quaternary tectonics and climate change over the
Himalayan region. It consists of data generated from different
landforms including lakes, caves, rivers, swamps, pits, and
trenches using different proxies. Aimed at researchers, graduate
students, professionals in geology, geography and environmental
sciences, micropaleontology, and Quaternary climate change, this
book: Studies Quaternary climate using various proxies in varied
environments on the Indian sub-continent Covers pertinent
historical and environmental archives to understand the current
climate scenario Discusses the impact of climate change on biotic
and abiotic components Includes thorough review of paleoclimate
change studies Devotes significant space to glacial geology and all
glacial climate proxies
The present book covers diversified contributions addressing the
impact of climate change on the Antarctic environment. It covers
the reconstruction of environmental changes using different
proxies. The chapters focus on the glacial history, glacial
geomorphology, sedimentology, and geochemistry of Antarctic region.
Furthermore, the Cenozoic evolution of the Antarctic ice sheet is
discussed along with a Scientometrics analysis of climate change
research. The book serves as a useful reference for researchers who
are fascinated by the polar region and environmental research.
1. Provides a holistic understanding of Polar Geoscience and its
trajectory of change. 2. Presents four decades of scientific
research by Indian scientists in Polar regions and the data
obtained to address global climate issues. 3. Includes case studies
on geological, glaciological, and geophysical investigations done
in polar regions. 4. Highlights glaciological studies that explain
changes with time in polar regions. 5. Discusses the use of natural
archives to explain the cryosphere region's climate scenario.
1. Highlights the achievements of climate change research in the
Arctic region 2. Includes case studies from scientists in the
Arctic and their significant achievements through the Indian
research base Himadri 3. Provides a thorough review of Paleoclimate
change studies, the impact of climate change on biotic components
and the impact of climate change on abiotic components 4. Provides
specific details on the study of ozone depletion phenomenon over
Arctic region 5. Covers a wide range of research contributions 6.
Details sea-ice variability in the context of global warming over
the Arctic region. 7.Connects seisimogenesis with the climate
change in the Arctic region.
1. Highlights the achievements of India in the contemporary field
of Antarctic Climatology. 2. Presents four-decades of research by
Indian scientists in Antarctica, and the data obtained are now
shared for the first time with the global community. 3. Includes
case studies on climatological and environmental conditions of
natural archives to shed light on climate scenario in the Southern
Ocean and Antarctic regions. 4. Covers various aspects of the
climate variability and induced Air-Sea-Ice-Atmosphere
interactions. 5. Edited by one of India's top scientists and
researchers in the field of paleoclimatology and contributed by
experts in Antarctic region.
Quaternary studies provide the essential context for evaluation of
what is happening with the earth's climate today, and to clarify
our vulnerability to hazardous natural processes. This book covers
scientific aspects of past and present climatic changes of the
quaternary period focused on the Indian subcontinent via response
of modern environmental conditions on climate proxies,
reconstruction of paleoclimate, paleomonsoon, glacial geology,
climate variabilities using dendrochronology, cave deposits
including quaternary tectonics and climate change over the
Himalayan region. It consists of data generated from different
landforms including lakes, caves, rivers, swamps, pits, and
trenches using different proxies. Aimed at researchers, graduate
students, professionals in geology, geography and environmental
sciences, micropaleontology, and Quaternary climate change, this
book: Studies Quaternary climate using various proxies in varied
environments on the Indian sub-continent Covers pertinent
historical and environmental archives to understand the current
climate scenario Discusses the impact of climate change on biotic
and abiotic components Includes thorough review of paleoclimate
change studies Devotes significant space to glacial geology and all
glacial climate proxies
Atmospheric Research in Antarctica: Present Status and Thrust Areas
in Climate Change represents a panoramic view of the developments
in the field of Antarctic atmospheric sciences and meteorology
broadly covering geomagnetism and aeronomy, middle atmospheric
studies and global and climate change studies. It includes
greenhouse gases, ozone monitoring as well as very low frequency
(VLF) phenomena, and space weather, Antarctic meteorology, and
mathematical modeling of atmosphere and ocean processes around
Antarctica. Atmospheric electricity and aerosols investigations
over Antarctica along with the total solar eclipse-related studies,
calibration of AWIFS Sensor, and measurements of positive ions, are
also discussed. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate
students in atmospheric studies, meteorology, Antarctic studies,
climate change. FEATURES: Covers scientific aspects of Antarctic
meteorology and atmospheric sciences under climate change scenario
Contains diverse set of information with strong bearing on recent
and past polar processes Presents integrated research on polar
science coupled with meteorological, climatological and
atmosphericsciences Thoroughly reviews geomagnetism and aeronomy,
middle atmospheric studies including global and climate change
studies Helps readers understand how Antarctica's climate has
changed in the past and is being affected by 'global warming' and
how might we expect its climate to change in the future?
India launched its maiden scientific expedition to Antarctica way
back in 1981 and ever since annual expeditions are launched to
address thematic research in the contemporary areas of Antarctic
Science and Engineering. The initial efforts and achievements of
India are not only significant but are of historical importance.
This book discusses a wide array of topics that have entered the
mainstream of geotechnical and geo environmental engineering over
the initial two and half decades of India's presence in the icy
continent 'Antarctica'. At the same time, it highlights the lessons
learnt in cryo-engineering technologies. It covers various articles
on many aspects of environmental science and collates the overall
achievements in the fascinating field of Antarctic engineering and
environmental impact assessment. Accordingly, this book covers
articles on wind energy by Ramesh et al., and engineering aspects
in Antarctica by Rai. Similarly, Pathak has reviewed the
engineering details of Dakshin Gangotri and Maitri. On the
contrary, Sharma has provided an interesting history about the
process of establishment of Dakshin Gangotri station. Similarly,
communication aspects have been highlighted by Dhaka. Commercial
polymers and their utility in cold region have been discussed by
Dabholker et al. Besides, Tiwari and Khare have reviewed the
environmental studies carried out during the initial 25 years in
Antarctic research base 'Maitri'. Similarly, Ramchandran and Sathe
have studied the natural radioactivity in Antarctica while fire
safety in Antarctica has been touched upon by Chatterjee. On the
other hand, Veerbhadraiah and Jain have provided a status on
environmental management services at Maitri station Additionally
Tiwari has provided details on the new Indian Research Base
'Bharti' at Larsemann Hills region. It provides a one-stop
reference for researchers and those working in industry and
government.
The Arctic: A Barometer of Global Climate Variability provides a
comprehensive source of information on all aspects of the Arctic
region. Through thorough research, first-hand accounts and case
studies, the book details international arctic research initiatives
and native environments, including flora and fauna. Sections
explore the impact of climate change, the effect of the Arctic on
climate change, the environmental issues facing the region and how
it is adapting. It is also a must-read source of information for
polar scientists, applicable PhD students, early researchers,
environmental scholars, and anyone searching for information on any
aspect of the Arctic region. Users will find a great resource that
brings together all aspects of Arctic research into one concise
book.
The present book covers diversified contributions addressing the
impact of climate change on the Antarctic environment. It covers
the reconstruction of environmental changes using different
proxies. The chapters focus on the glacial history, glacial
geomorphology, sedimentology, and geochemistry of Antarctic region.
Furthermore, the Cenozoic evolution of the Antarctic ice sheet is
discussed along with a Scientometrics analysis of climate change
research. The book serves as a useful reference for researchers who
are fascinated by the polar region and environmental research.
The Role of Tropics in Climate Change: Global Case Studies uses a
20-chapter, easy-to-understand format to centralize the practical
application ideas for functional metagenomics. This important
resource not only includes chapters on next-generation sequencing
technologies to study important biogeochemical cycles, degradation
pathways and detoxification, but also gives insight into several
tools that have been developed to integrate metadata and sequence
data, allowing downstream comparative analyses of different
datasets using several ecological indices. The book further
explains newly developed techniques for sequencing DNA, generating
shorter fragments than Sanger sequencing techniques to quickly read
larger sequences in a shorter amount of time.
Understanding Present and Past Arctic Environments: An Integrated
Approach from Climate Change Perspectives provides a fully
comprehensive overview of the past, present and future outlook for
this incredibly diverse and important region. Through a series of
contributed chapters, the book explores changes to this environment
that are attributed to the effects of climate change. The book
explores the current effects climate change has had on Arctic
environments and ecosystems, our current understanding of the
effects climate change is having, the effects climate change is
having on the atmospheric and ocean processes in this region. The
Arctic region is predicted to experience the earliest and most
pronounced global warming response to human-induced climatic
change, thus a better understanding is vital.
Antarctica and the surrounding oceans are critical parts of the
Earth system. The Earth's history establishes that Antarctica's
core comprises a suite of crustal blocks that were once parts of
various supercontinents. The geological record can provide critical
insights into the evolution and processes of change in the
Antarctic environment and the biota dependent on it. The
development of geodetic infrastructure across Antarctica is
imperative to facilitate the monitoring of its physical processes
and to coordinate various infrastructure associated with
Earth-monitoring techniques. Geoscientific Investigations From the
Indian Antarctic Program is a reference that comprises
geoscientific aspects of Antarctica through Indian scientific
expeditions. It integrates them into a holistic understanding of
Antarctica geoscience and its trajectory of change. Furthermore, it
seeks to review scientific achievements and discuss what further
accomplishments might be made in Antarctic geoscientific research
and necessitates the evaluation of Indian geoscientific research
from global perspectives. Covering topics such as geodynamical
processes, mineralogical studies, and structural geology, this book
is an indispensable reference source for polar researchers,
geoscientists, geologists, geophysicists, oceanographers,
hydrographers, surveyors, students and educators of higher
education, researchers, and academicians.
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