Targeted back-analysis of synthetic aperture radar dataset over the Kleines Nesthorn
Integrated Analysis of the Blatten Rock-Ice Avalanche: Seismology, Geomorphology, and Modeling
To better understand the dynamics of events like the rock avalanche in Blatten, we conduct research that combines seismic signal analysis, geomorphological observations, and numerical simulations.
Avalanche Harvesting, a strategy to control avalanche and create solid water reservoir
This “Avalanche Harvesting” technology is the very first innovation of University of Baltistan by the first author Dr. Zakir Hussain Zakir, so far installed in three valleys two in the Himalayan and one in the Karakoram region of Baltistan.
Climate Change Adaptation Types in Alpine Winter Tourism Destinations: Differentiating Incremental, Transformative, Autonomous and Planned Adaptions in Balderschwang, Germany
In this paper, we apply two conceptual frameworks from climate change adaptation research to the case of Balderschwang, an alpine winter destination in Bavaria, Germany. We analyse climate change adaptation measures both in terms of the depth of intervention and the actors introducing and managing the adaptation.
Hard-bed physics framework and transient friction applied to the Birch glacier collapse: analysis of the detachment mechanisms.
On May 28, 2025, Birch Glacier collapsed due to rock overload, triggering a devastating avalanche. Elmer/Ice simulations reveal stress redistribution and detachment mechanisms leading to catastrophic glacier failure.
Hydro-glaciological Modeling under Climate Change Scenarios for the Llaca Microbasin – Cordillera Blanca, Peru
Runoff and glacier melt dynamics were evaluated in the Llaca micro-basin in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range in Peru.
Comparative Analysis of Light-Absorbing Particles (LAP) and Albedo on the Vallunaraju Glacier: Impact of Forest Fires and Fresh Snow Quality (2024-2025)
Forest fires increase glacier light-absorbing particles, reducing albedo and accelerating melting compared to snowfall
From Participation to Sustainable Futures: Anchoring Transdisciplinary Research for Touristic Mountain Regions
A transdisciplinary tourism project in alpine Switzerland demonstrates how structured, multi-level participation enhances contextual relevance and stakeholder collaboration, supporting sustainable regional development through locally grounded knowledge and institutional engagement.
Predicting rock avalanche runout: The potential of the kinetic friction angle
Estimating the kinetic friction angle from the volume to parameterize a Savage-Hutter model and a Fahrböschung model can reconstruct the Blatten event and may predict future events.