Breadcrumb
Earth Surface Sedimentary Flows
11 April 2011 to
13 April 2011
Contact Person: Dr Andrew Hogg
Organisers: Dr Andrew Hogg (Bristol), Dr Peter Talling (Southampton), Prof. Nico Gray (Manchester), Dr Chris Keylock (Sheffield)
Description
Naturally occurring, large scale flows of particles are some of the most dramatic environmental phenomena that shape our surroundings. Examples include landslides, rockfalls, avalanches and flows of volcanic ash, debris and mud. These flows are typically extremely hazardous and direct observation of them is both rare and difficult. However they erode, transport and deposit sediment and the signature of these effects may be measured in both recent and ancient deposits. Despite their importance in forming our land and seascape, our ability to model these particulate flows is in its infancy and even the motion within the simplest settings cannot be predicted with certainty. Models, however, are vital in this research area, because they provide a means for interpreting observations and providing deeper insights to the underlying physical processes that govern these flows. There is a need therefore for close interaction between researchers who model the flows and who observe these flows, or their associated sedimentary deposits, in the field and in laboratory experiments, because it is only through this interaction the modelling can be advanced.
This meeting aims to bring together the research communities that investigate sedimentary flows, using mathematical modelling and computation, field observation or laboratory experimentation.
Field trip:
Following the Symposium there is the option of a field trip to Italy from 14-17 April 2011. Dr Peter Talling will lead this field trip to the Italian Apennines to study the turbidite deposits. Please indicate potential interest in this field trip by 1 January 2011. Costs (partly dependent on numbers): £400.
Please register at:
http://www.wun.ac.uk/events/earth-surface-sedimentary-flows-symposium