Category Archives: geomorphology

The intimate coupling of hydrologic and geomorphic evolution of basalt landscapes

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Anne Jefferson

In a new paper, I show that, on basalts, flowpaths, hydographs, and landscapes coevolve over a million years or more.
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Categories: by Anne, geomorphology, hydrology, paper reviews, volcanoes

When it rains a lot and the mountains fall down

Posted on May 29, 2010 by Anne Jefferson

Warm heavy rainfall + glaciers + steep mountain flanks + exposed unconsolidated sediments are a recipe for debris flows in the Cascades Range. Let me tell you the story of one.
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Categories: by Anne, fieldwork, geohazards, geomorphology, hydrology, photos

More tributes to Reds Wolman from all those who miss him

Posted on April 20, 2010 by Anne Jefferson

Reds is deeply missed by all who knew him, but these wonderful tributes give us a small way to hang on to the man who influenced and inspired us.
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Categories: academic life, by Anne, geomorphology

Is Anne a hydrologist? geomorphologist? hydrophillic geologist? or whathaveyou?

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Anne Jefferson

The major theme of my research is analyzing how geologic, topographic, and land use variability controls hydrologic response, climate sensitivity, and geomorphic evolution of watersheds, by partitioning water between surface and ground water. What do you call someone like me?
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Categories: by Anne, geomorphology, hydrology, in the lab

Two tributes to Reds Wolman (1924 – 2010)

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Anne Jefferson

M. Gordon “Reds” Wolman was a towering figure in 20th century fluvial geomorphology, fundamentally shaping our understanding of river forms and processes, profoundly influencing environmental education and river management, and educating scores of students that continue to push the boundaries … Continue reading →

Categories: academic life, by Anne, geomorphology