Glacier and Climate Fieldwork

Students investigate glacier and climate questions through field sampling, measurements and environmental observations.

Student outputIce-core samples, measurements and environmental observations from Azha Glacier, used for comparison with Laigu Glacier.

Methods & activitiesStudy the basics of glaciology, collect samples and take measurements in the field, and compare observations from different glacier environments.

Project progressAzha Glacier fieldwork completed.

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Preparing for fieldwork

Wen Xu introduced students to glacier research by sharing expedition experiences. Professors from East China Normal University and other universities then helped them study the basics before fieldwork at Azha Glacier.

Collecting firsthand evidence

Students drilled for ice cores, took measurements and recorded environmental conditions. They used these records to compare Azha Glacier with Laigu Glacier and examine broader climate questions.

Learning on the glacier

Wen Xu led ten students to Azha Glacier. Sampling and measuring on the glacier showed them the care that field research requires and the fragility of the environment they were studying.

Project guidance

Qiu Sixiang · Experiential Learning Staff; Subject Teacher

Shawn guides the school’s glacier project. Wen Xu led ten students to Azha Glacier, where they collected samples, took measurements and recorded environmental conditions.

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