Mapping Socioeconomic Variables in Mountain Areas: A GIS-Based Approach
Could LiDAR data enhance the identification of alpine-treeline ecotones? A case study in the Mont Blanc massif
Ecotones are dynamic habitats with high species richness. This study aims to map treeline ecotones in the Mont Blanc massif using LiDAR data and field surveys to monitor habitat changes.
Monitoring Glacier Evolution and Assessing Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) Hazard in the Bolivian Andes
We monitor changes in the population of Bolivian glaciers/glacial lakes at high spatiotemporal resolution. We assess GLOF hazard of the lake inventory and predict sites of future lake formation.
What can we detect using SB-InSAR data? – The slow degradation of Tyrolean mountains.
With respect to two case studies, the advantages and limitations of an additional application of SB-InSAR data to existing monitoring methods, are discussed.
Monitoring dust depositions and their radiative impact on snow dynamics in North-Western Alps
Light-Absorbing Particles are known to deeply affect the cryosphere. This research describes the LAP effect over snow cover in the European Alps through remote sensing, modelling and field campaigns.
Snow cover variability and trends over Karakoram, Western Himalaya and Kunlun Mountains: Insights from MODIS (2001–2024) and Reanalysis Data
Snow cover trends were analyzed using MODIS data across Karakoram, Western Himalayas, Kunlun Mountains and part of Tibetan Plateau. Long-term trends were assessed using ERA5-Land.
MODIS (2001-2022) snow cover variability over the Italian territory: a focus on the Alps and Appennines chain
Snow cover trends were analyzed using MODIS data across Italy (2001-2022). Significant trends were found in the Apennines and the Alps. Long-term trends (1951-2022) were assessed using ERA5-Land.
Earth Observation Potentials for Wildlife Ecology Research in Mountain Regions: A case study about the influence of snow cover on the autumn migration of the Northern Bald Ibis
Climate change challenges wildlife in mountain areas, e.g. the migration of the endangered Northern Bald Ibis. Earth observation supports wildlife ecology research in those not easy to access areas.
Climate Forcing of Himalayan Snowmelt: Correlating Aerosol Optical Depth with Snow Cover Changes in Mago Basin, Arunachal Pradesh, India
This study examines the interplay between snow cover ablation and aerosol optical depth (AOD) in the Mago region of Arunachal Pradesh, utilizing MODIS-derived snow cover data and MERRA-2 data
Long-term (2000-2022) scenario of aerosol pollution over the IGP and Himalayan region: Decadal changes and identification of potential source regions
Emissions from the IGP region have drastically affected the Himalayan air quality. Controlling aerosol pollution levels in the IGP is vital to protecting the fragile Himalayan environment.