About the project
The existence, nature and strength of potential couplings and feedbacks between tectonic processes in the lithosphere and climatic processes in the atmosphere constitute a central overarching question in Earth-Systems research. The Earth’s surface constitutes the interface across which these couplings occur, primarily through weathering, erosion and associated topographic relief development.
Science behind the project
What if we told you that we can read microscopic crystals to reveal the evolution of Earth’s landscapes through time? Although this may seem science fiction, this is possible thanks to modern advancements in low-temperature thermochronology! Here, we provide an introductory overview to the science behind the COOLER project.
Collaboration
We work with scientists from all over the world, with research institutions and projects and with local authorities, e.g. national parks.