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Project Code [2020-CCRP-MS.68]
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Project title
Geophysical and Earth Observation Tools for Evaluating the Condition of Slopes
Primary Funding Agency
Science Foundation Ireland
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
Environmental Protection Agency
Lead Organisation
University College Dublin (UCD)
Lead Applicant
Shane Donohue
Project Abstract
The world�s transportation arteries and flood defences are supported by a vast network of man-made slopes (e.g. embankments, dams). Recent extreme weather has highlighted their vulnerability, with the resulting landslides impacting users and operators, and the wider economy. The GEOTECS project aims to develop novel approaches that are capable of monitoring the condition of these slopes, so that repairs can be targeted, and failures avoided. These approaches will be capable of (1) identifying slope instability on a network scale, (2) analysing the internal causes of instability, and (3) monitoring the deterioration of this infrastructure, with respect to climate change.
Grant Approved
�201,239.66
Research Hub
Climate Change
Research Theme
Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities
Initial Projected Completion Date
30/09/2024