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NERC Reference : NE/D52159X/1

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Measuring and modelling sand transport in coastal environments using sediment tracers: a proof of concept study.

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor AJ Souza, Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory, Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory
Grant held at:
Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory, Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory
Science Area:
Marine
Overall Classification:
Marine
Science Classification details
ENRIs:
Pollution and Waste
Natural Resource Management
Global Change
Environmental Risks and Hazards
Science Topics:
Survey & Monitoring
Land - Ocean Interactions
Sediment/Sedimentary Processes
Abstract:
A range of methods and approaches exist to quantify the movements of sediments in coastal environments. The use of sediment tracers offers a new view with respect to mapping sediment transport pathways. Sediment tracing involves labelling those sediments of interest with a signature which is unique in the environment of use. A quantity of labelled sediment is then introduced into the environment and intelligent sampling methods are subsequently used to map the movement of tracer grains through time and across space. This proposal aims to conduct a sand tracing experiment in the intertidal zone of the Dee estuary, NE Wales. The data collected will be used to verify a mathematical model of sand transport for the hydrodynamic conditions present during the field experiment.
Period of Award:
1 Aug 2005 - 31 Aug 2006
Value:
£1,725
(FY details)
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NE/D52159X/1
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Connect A Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed
Programme:
Connect A

This grant award has a total value of £1,725  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - T&STotal - Other Costs
£226£1,500

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