Ice Stream Dynamics and Ice Shelf Interactions - Nye Lecture

Explore the fascinating world of ice dynamics in this Nye Lecture delivered by Robert Bindschadler at the AGU Fall Meeting 2002. Delve into the history of ice research, starting from 1973, and journey through various aspects of ice behavior, including the Ross Ice Shelf and ice streams. Discover intriguing concepts like "Ice Dreams" and "Whelans Ice Cream," and learn about the Berkeley Cam's role in ice observations. Examine the importance of water production, ice shelves, and the ice stream cycle. Gain insights into drilling techniques, clean ice, and the time scales involved in ice dynamics. Conclude with a comprehensive parameter space analysis and take home key messages about ice behavior and its implications for climate science.