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6th International Conference on Cryopedology
Kraków-Poland, 24-29.08.2013

Frost-affected soils
Dynamic soils in the dynamic world

Organizers:

Institute of Geography and Spatial Management, Jagiellonian University

IUSS Working Group Cryosols

Polish Society of Soil Science

The aim of the conference is to encompass the whole range of research associated with soils affected by frost, either at present or in the past. Presentations and posters will be grouped in thematic sessions connected with the following topics:

Genesis and classification of frost-affected soils

Paleocryogenic imprints in contemporary soils

Functioning of Cryosols in contemporary ecosystems

The effect of climate change on Cryosols

Carbon dynamics in Cryosols

Soil management in polar regions

Soil databases and mapping of Cryosols

The exact schedule of sessions will be announced later on - the sessions will be arranged in a way allowing the attendance of all participants.

Contact:

Tel. +48 12-664-52-64

Fax. +48 12-664-53-85

E-mail: cryosols2013@geo.uj.edu.pl