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Dr. Nicholas E. Barrand is Associate Professor of Glaciology and Senior Admissions Tutor at the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, UK. His research focuses on glacier mass balance, sea-level rise, and glaciers as critical water resources in a changing climate.
Education:
- P.G. Cert. Academic Practice, University of Birmingham (Distinction)
- Ph.D. Glaciological Remote Sensing, University of Leeds and Swansea University
- M.Sc. Geographical Information Science, University of Leeds (Distinction)
- B.Sc. Physical Geography, University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne (1st Class Honours)
Dr. Barrand’s research interests lie at the intersection of glaciology, climate change, and hydrology. He investigates glacier and ice sheet dynamics using field observations, numerical modeling, and optical/microwave remote sensing. His group explores the role of glaciers in sea-level rise and water security, with a focus on polar and high-latitude regions. Key methodological interests include glacio-hydrological modeling, ice flow and melt modeling, and interdisciplinary approaches linking earth system science with socio-environmental studies.
His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in Antarctic and Arctic glaciology, with a focus on ice shelf stability, glacier retreat under climate change, Greenland albedo dynamics, and mountain water security. His work increasingly integrates hydrological modeling with glaciological data to assess future water availability in deglaciating basins, particularly in the Andes and Himalayas.
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Research Methods and GIS (co-module lead)
- Environmental Research in High Latitudes (module lead)
- Swiss Alps Fieldclass
- Contributions to Fieldwork & Tutorials, Global Environmental Issues, Research Projects
Dr. Barrand supervises research projects on glacier mass balance, remote sensing of ice dynamics, ice flow modeling, and environmental applications of remote sensing in polar regions. He has led research funded by NERC and other agencies, contributing to international assessments of glacier change and sea-level rise. He is actively involved in academic leadership as Senior Admissions Tutor and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration across earth system sciences.
Research Group Focus:
- Mass balance and dynamics of glaciers and ice sheets
- Sea-level rise contributions
- Glaciers as water resources
- Glacio-hydrological modeling
- Remote sensing of snow and ice melt
- Climate-glacier-hydrology modeling chain
