GeoTopics
From water quality in rivers and lakes to melting ice sheets to conflict & peace building, our researchers investigate global problems and confront complex 21st century challenges with a focus on societal good.
Contact: Dr Paul McKenzie
TOPIC #16
Sustainable Vancouver
Dr Paul McKenzie discusses the sustainable development of Vancouver. Download reference material. Download presentation.
TOPIC #17
Flooding in Pakistan
Dr Saad Bhatti outlines the causes and impacts of flooding in Pakistan. Download Presentation | Download reference material
TOPIC #18
Space cameras and ice
Dr Bob McNabb illustrates how satellite remote sensing is used to monitor Earth's cryosphere. Download presentation.
TOPIC #20
Biology of marl lakes
Dr Joerg Arnscheidt investigates the
biology of selected organisms
in Irish marl lakes
TOPIC #25
Geothermal energy
Dr Rory Quinn outlines the potential for geothermal energy in Northern Ireland.
TOPIC #26
KS3 field work: proposing renewable technologies
Dr Paul McKenzie outlines how spatial data and online resources
could be used to support the KS3 renewable energy theme.
Download practical 1: SpatialNI
Download practical 2: ShadeMap
Download practical 3: PV Watts
Download practical 4: WindFinder
Download practical 5: Survey123
TOPIC #27
Local fieldwork
Download ESRI StoryMap files: StoryMap files
Download ESRI StoryMap instructions: StoryMap instructions
Case Study 1: Geothermal Energy
Annita Jain (PDF)
Case Study 2: Gosford Forest Park
Case Study 3: Litter Survey
Paige Richardson (PDF)
Case Study 4: Sustainable Fieldwork
Dr Lindsey Finch (PDF)
TOPIC #28
Glacier-human interactions
Dr Bob McNabb explores how glaciers and humans interact with each other on both short and longer timescales.
TOPIC #29
Understanding government responses to immigration
Dr Sara McDowell examines how governments shape and respond to immigration, focusing on contemporary developments in the United States.
TOPIC #30
Lough Neagh: A Lost Cause?
Dr Richard Douglas outlines how decades of nutrient enrichment, recurring algal blooms and long-standing management challenges have pushed Lough Neagh into repeated ecological crisis.
TOPIC #31
Cold-water corals – hidden beauties in the deep and how climate change affects them
Dr Janina Büscher outlines how cold-water coral ecosystems are under threat from anthropogenic pressures like fishing, pollution and climate change.
TOPIC #32
Fieldwork opportunities in your local area
Jo Harris (Field Studies Council) explores how you can deliver fieldwork in your local area, top tips for planning and delivery, and showcases free reources and further support.