About this episode

Dr. Sarah Das discusses glacier science and her experiences in polar research.

Dr. Sarah Das, a Scientist Emeritus at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, takes us behind the scenes: into the world of glacier science, “boomerang flights,” and ice as far as the eye can see.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Sarah Das

Topics covered

• glacier science
• polar research
• climate change
• ice sheets
• environmental science

Keywords

• glaciers
• polar science
• climate
• ice
• environment

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Organizations: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

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