This journal focuses on research related to snow, ice, and frozen ground. Topics include the physical and chemical properties of sea ice, permafrost, and snowpacks, as well as their interactions with the atmosphere and ecosystems. The scope also encompasses studies on avalanches, glacier dynamics, and the impact of snow and ice on terrestrial environments and human activities.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Earth-Surface ProcessesQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Geography, Physical
Scopus Categories
Earth-Surface Processes
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Cryospheric studies and observationsClimate change and permafrostWinter Sports Injuries and PerformanceArctic and Antarctic ice dynamicsLandslides and related hazardsGeology and Paleoclimatology ResearchPolar Research and EcologyMethane Hydrates and Related PhenomenaSmart Materials for ConstructionAtmospheric chemistry and aerosols