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James Irving is an Associate Professor and Head of the Cold Regions Applied Geophysics Group (CRAG) at the University of Lausanne's Institute of Earth Sciences (ISTE). He holds a Master's from the University of British Columbia and a PhD from Stanford University. His career includes postdoctoral work in Lausanne, a tenure as Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph, and roles as Senior Lecturer and Researcher before his 2023 promotion. Irving specializes in applied geophysics, focusing on cold regions, glaciers, and alpine environments, leveraging advanced geophysical methods like drone-based ground-penetrating radar (GPR) for subsurface imaging. His team developed a high-performance GPR-drone system to map glacier structures, yielding critical insights into ice dynamics and environmental changes. Key projects include studies on the Rhône and Otemma glaciers, termite mound structures, and sedimentary deposits in Botswana.
Education:
- PhD in Geophysics, Stanford University (2006)
- Master's, University of British Columbia (Canada)
Research Interests: James Irving’s work centers on applied geophysics in cold regions, emphasizing glaciology and alpine environments. His innovations include integrating drones with GPR for large-area subsurface surveys, improving data resolution and safety. His team’s GPR systems enable precise 3D/4D monitoring of glaciers, revealing structural dynamics hidden beneath ice. Additionally, he applies statistical and machine learning techniques to reconstruct geophysical data and model subsurface processes, such as subglacial channels and poroelastic effects in fractured media.
Publications: Recent work highlights advancements in GPR data reconstruction (e.g., multiple-point statistical approaches), drone-GPR system development, and climate-driven glacier retreat studies. His articles bridge geophysics with environmental science, addressing challenges in cold region monitoring and subsurface characterization.
Advising & Grants: He has supervised doctoral students including Ruols Bastien and Zhang Chongmin. His research is supported by grants focusing on glaciological technology, geophysical inversion methods, and environmental data integration. Collaborations span institutions like Stanford, ETH Zurich, and the University of Botswana.
Labs & Teams: As CRAG leader, he oversees projects in applied geophysics, drone-GPR innovation, and cold region fieldwork. The group collaborates with international teams to advance glaciological and environmental monitoring techniques.
