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Cryosphere News
Articles, resources, and announcements from Cryosphere.
Weak Indian summer monsoons often follow winters of heavy Eurasian snowfall.
Feature Article
July 28, 2020
Polar research operations depend largely on local weather conditions and the fortitude of both scientists and accompanying research equipment.
Feature Article
July 28, 2020
In the Alps, glaciers are retreating and disappearing every year, much to the dismay of mountain climbers, tourist agencies, and environmental researchers.
Feature Article
July 28, 2020
Researchers use innovative techniques to protect the newly constructed Qinghai-Xizang railroad across the Tibetan Plateau from permafrost.
Feature Article
July 28, 2020
Not all phytoplankton are created equal.
Feature Article
July 23, 2020
Melt caused by climate warming may increase sea ice extent in the polar regions.
Feature Article
July 23, 2020
Researchers use averaged ice concentrations to estimate sea ice cover.
Feature Article
July 23, 2020
DMSP SSM/I Pathfinder EASE-Grid Brightness Temperatures data enhance the feasibility of lake studies for scientists and climate modelers.
Feature Article
July 23, 2020
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