The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $381,275 Project Grant under the Geosciences program (CFDA 47.050) to the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) to collaborate with Bhutanese scientists on investigating changes to high mountain glaciers in the Bhutanese Himalaya. The project will use geophysical techniques such as radar and seismic experiments to study the Lunana glaciers region, with the goals of improving understanding of sediment transport, landscape change, glacier dynamics, and potential glacial outburst flood hazards. The research will also assess the feasibility of using seismology to monitor sediment and river levels downstream for early flood warning. Additionally, the project aims to build geoscience research and field skills capacity in Bhutan and the broader Himalayan region. The award period is from August 15, 2024 to July 31, 2027.
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