PhD Training School on Tools for Tracking Periglacial Change: From Local to Regional Approaches

PhD Training School on Tools for Tracking Periglacial Change: From Local to Regional Approaches
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Trafoi, Autonomous Province of Bozen/Bolzano, Italy
August 31-September 7, 2026

Main Training Topics

RGIK rock glacier inventorying: geomorphological mapping and InSAR-based kinematic characterization; Ground truthing; UAV/GNSS-based surveying; Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT).

Target audience

PhD students and early-career researchers working on permafrost or related topics.

Applications

Submit your application (and informal queries) by e-mail to info@permacost.eu attaching your CV and a 1-page motivation letter on how permafrost relates to your project. Application review will start on March 15, 2026. The call will remain open for longer, until all available spots are filled.

Provisional schedule

Download PDF with more information regarding the Training School schedule and financial support: here.

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