SCAR XXXII WP10: Proposal for a new SRP: Past Antarctic Ice Sheet Dynamics (PAIS) Popular

Executive Summary

Title: Proposal for a new SRP - Past Antarctic Ice Sheet Dynamics (PAIS)

Authors: Carlota Escutia, Rob DeConto and Karsten Gohl

Introduction/ Background:

SCAR Scientific Research Programmes (SRPs) are transformative scientific initiatives that address compelling issues and emerging frontiers in Antarctic or Southern Ocean science of regional and global importance. SRPs are SCAR’s highest level of investment in science. SRPs advance scientific questions that are expected to require sustained efforts by international teams of scientists and researchers for six to eight years.

Recommendations/Actions and Justification:  

The SCAR Delegates are requested to evaluate the proposals. Comments received from external reviews and the SCAR SSGs and Standing Committees should be considered.

Expected Benefits/Outcomes:  A strong next generation of SRPs will help ensure SCAR is at the forefront of Antarctic and Southern Ocean Science.

Partners: Each proposed SRP links with the other proposed SRPs as well as other SCAR groups and external partners – see individual proposals for details.

Budget Implications: $20,000 a year