Climate
We study Earth’s past, present and future climate using remote sensing, fieldwork, laboratory and modelling techniques.
Climate describes weather conditions over a long period, varying around the world and through time. Earth's interconnected climate systems influence, and are influenced by, natural processes and human activities. Research in our department covers multiple areas including hydrology, sea ice, geomorphology and palaeoclimate.
Research Staff:
Dr Byron Adams, Dr Frances Cooper, Dr Matthew Fox, Dr SusanLittle, Dr Katie McFall, Prof Tom Mitchell, Dr Brian Thomas, Dr Michel Tsamados, Prof Bridget Wade, Dr Rosemary Willatt, Dr David Wilson
We conduct field investigations all over the world, from the Arctic through mid-latitude and equatorial regions to the Southern Ocean. By designing and executing laboratory experiments and sample measurements on site at UCL and at international facilities, we probe Earth’s climate history and investigate the controls on physical and chemical processes. Computer models help us to simulate past and present climate scenarios, as well as to make predictions about possible futures. We work with space agencies on satellite mission development and data products for remote sensing of Earth from space.
Laboratories and Research Groups:
Associated laboratories & research groups:
CIREN | Rock and Ice Physics Laboratory | London Geochronology Centre | London Geochemistry and Isotope Centre |
Bloomsbury Environmental Isotope Facility | Fluid and Melt Inclusion Laboratory
Palaeontology | Polar Science Group |Climate Action Unit | Centre for Polar Observation and Modelling |Mullard Space Science Laboratory