Landscape evolution: Adapting to change in ice-rich permafrost systems
Lead Researcher: Anja Kade, University of Alaska Fairbanks
Internship Description
We will study one of the most vulnerable elements of the rapidly changing Arctic: ice-rich permafrost, which is at the center of a web of interacting components in Arctic ecosystems. This internship will look at how climate and infrastructure affect the vegetation and emissions of greenhouse gases on ice-wedge polygons in northern Alaska. We will determine the plant composition on and off ice-wedge polygons and measure carbon dioxide and methane fluxes with small chambers and an infrared gas analyzer. If the intern would like to design and carry out a related mini-research project, we would be excited to offer guidance and support.
Nature of the Research Project
Basic Research, Field Research
Student Learning Outcomes
Develop research questions based on your own or others' observations.
Execute protocols and accurately record measurements and observations.
Interpret the biological meaning of quantitative results.
Record; organize; and annotate simple data sets.
Work with teammates to establish and periodically update group plans and expectations (e.g. team goals; project timeline; rules for group interactions; individual and collaborative tasks)
Research Location
Deadhorse, Alaska
Remote Option? no
Preferred Timing
Start Date: 2021-07-13
End Date: 2021-07-28
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