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Glaciological and microbiological constraints on fate of human waste, Kahiltna Glacier, Denali National Park, Alaska

Master of Science in Environmental Science Program, Alaska Pacific University


Research assistantships are available to support two graduate students working with Alaska Pacific University faculty and National Park Service research staff to develop a better understanding of the trajectory and fate of human waste deposited by mountaineers climbing the popular West Buttress route on Mt. McKinley. Motivated by the need to better manage waste disposal practices by the 1000+ climbers on the route each year, Funds are available to support research towards two Masters theses. One, by a student interested in glaciology, will focus on glacier mass balance and flow dynamics on the Kahiltna Glacier. The other, by a student interested in microbiology and environmental chemistry, will focus on the breakdown and ultimate fate of frozen, glacier-transported waste. Potential candidates should each have a strong GPA from a relevant undergraduate science program. Assistantships provide support for two years tuition and summer salary, and may begin as early as fall 2010. Interested students are encouraged to apply for admission immediately.


For more information contact Dr. Michael Loso
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Alaska Pacific University MSES Program info:
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