Principal Investigator:Hille, Erika C Licensed Year(s):
2021
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This licence has been issued for the scientific research application No.4934.
The purpose of this study is to develop a method of characterizing the sensitivity and response of streams and rivers to regional variability in permafrost thaw in the Beaufort Delta Region, Western Canadian Arctic.
All of the field team members are from within the NWT. This field program will follow the attached E...
Principal Investigator:Nixon, Frederick M Licensed Year(s):20082007
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The active layer, overlying the permafrost layer, is the surface earth material that thaws and re-freezes each year. Active layer thickness and character can influence hunting, fishing, forestry, gardening, transportation and construction. Changes in the active layer can contribute to landslides which may damage structures, hamper transportation, affect water quality, and influence surface and sub...