Expressions of Intent for International Polar Year 2007-2008 Activities

Expression of Interest Details

PROPOSAL INFORMATION

Late Pliocene - Pleistocene glaciations in the Barents and Kara Sea region  

Outline
The main objective is to model the isostatic response of Cenozoic glaciations, sedimentation and erosion on the Norwegian continental shelf, and to constrain consequences for petroleum systems. This objective will be met by the following sub-goals, providing crucial input to the modelling: •More complete knowledge on timing and extent of glaciations through the Plio-Pleistocene. •Improved understanding and quantification of glacial depositional and erosional processes. •Expanded knowledge on the interaction between the Fennoscandian, the Barents Sea, and Kara Sea ice sheets and their crustal influence through the last glacial cycle. •Linkage between sea level changes and crustal response •Development of precipitation patterns in the Middle Weichselian based on sedimentary records

What significant advance(s) in relation to the IPY themes and targets can be anticipated from this project?
-For the first time, develop glaciation history for the entire Late Pliocene – Pleistocene. -Model influence of glaciations and erosion/uplift on petroleum systems -Investigate global forcing factors for glaciations. -Develop new climate (precipitation) proxy

What international collaboration is involved in this project?
This is part of the APEX initiative. The closest collaborators are from this group and: *Dr. Igor Demidov, Russian Academy of Sciences, Petrozavodsk, Russia. * Dr. Andrew V. Zayonchek, Geol. Inst. Russ. Ac. Sciences, St. Petersburg, Russia * Dr. Slawek Tulaczyk, University of Santa Cruz, CA, USA *Dr. Kurt H. Kjær, Copenhagen University, Denmark *Dr. Jens Matthiessen, Alfred Wegener Institute, Germany *Aleksey Amantov, VSEGEI, All-Russian Geol. Institute, St.Petersburg, Russia.. * Prof. Larry Cathles, Cornell University, New York, USA *Dr. Erik Kvale, Indiana University, USA

FIELD ACTIVITY DETAILS

Geographical location(s) for the proposed field activities:
Terrestrial field work in northern Russia Marine cruises in the Barents Sea

Approximate timeframe(s) for proposed field activities:
Arctic: 07/06 – 08/06            
Antarctic: n/a

Significant facilities will be required for this project:
Terrestrial field work: Logistic support through Russian partners Cruises: university of Tromsø research vessel

Will the project leave a legacy of infrastructure?
No

How is it envisaged that the required logistic support will be secured?
Own national polar operator
National agency
Own support

Has the project been "endorsed" at a national or international level?
Yes - -Funded through Norwegian Research Council and Hydro oil: 2005-2009 Co-funding applied for through NSF, USA

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND STRUCTURE

Is the project a short-term expansion (over the IPY 2007-2008 timeframe) of an existing plan, programme or initiative or is it a new autonomous proposal?
Yes

This is a new project that will be integrated within the APEX initiative

How will the project be organised and managed?
The project will be coordinated from the Geological Survey of Norway (NGU) with professor Eiliv Larsen as leader. He is supported by a steering committee consisting of representatives from the partners and a scientific secretary. The project is part of the APEX initiative

What are the initial plans of the project for addressing the education, outreach and communication issues outlined in the Framework document?
-The project has 2 post.doc. and 2 PhD positions that will be filled in 2005 – 2006. -Approximately 10 scientific papers are planned already in 2006.

What are the initial plans of the project to address data management issues (as outlined in the Framework document?
-Data will be incorporated in NGU web based data bases with free public access

How is it proposed to fund the project?
The project is funded (2005-2009) through NFR and Norsk Hydro Additional funds are applied for, NSF, USA

Is there additional information you wish to provide?
None

PROPOSER DETAILS

Professor Eiliv Larsen
Geological Survey of Norway
Leiv Eirikssons vei 39, Trondheim
N-7491
Norway

Tel: +47 73904000
Mobile: +47 99091741
Fax: +47 73921620
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