Shifting-sand control in central Tibet

Article Abstract:

An overview is presented on soil mechanics and sand dune management in the Nianchu, the Lhasa, and the Yarlung Zangbo river basins of Tibet. Techniques include biotic and mechanical measures and reformation of the regions' agricultural structures.

Statistical Data Included, Methods, Soil mechanics, Sand dunes, Dunes, Sandy soils

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How warm was the Medieval Warm Period?

Article Abstract:

The 'Medieval Warm Period' is studied to determine its actual warmth and the possible implications it may have to 20th century warming. There is evidence of brief warming periods between 1010-1190, but any implications are inconclusive.

United States, Europe, History, Climatic changes, Climate change, Middle Ages

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Ecological basis of alpine meadow ecosystem management in Tibet: Haibei Alpine Meadow Ecosystem Research Station

Article Abstract:

The authors discuss efforts at the Haibei Alpine Meadow Research Station in Tibet to improve degraded pasturelands and study the alpine meadow ecosystem.

Biotic communities, Alpine ecosystems, Grazing districts

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