Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP180102280]Researchers: Simon Williams (Chief Investigator) , Carmen Gaina (Partner Investigator) , Dr David Munday (Partner Investigator) , Sascha Brune (Partner Investigator)
Brief description How the complexity of continental breakup controls ocean circulation. This project aims to address the evolution of oceanic seaways formed during separation of tectonic plates (such as Australia and Antarctica). The seaways that form are key components modulating the global ocean circulation system and are implicated in major glacial expansion events. This project aims to unravel their role relative to other drivers for example carbon dioxide (CO2). Unravelling the influence of seaway opening compared with declining CO2 in the onset of Antarctic and Northern hemisphere glaciation will enable more accurate future climate simulations. The project will also give international exposure and training to the next generation of numerically adept geoscientists and oceanographers.
Funding Amount $446,340
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP180102280
- ARC : DP180102280