Are glaciers really disappearing? And what does that mean for our planet? In this episode of Talk That Science, we welcome back returning guest Marion Dugue, a PhD student at ETH Zurich, to uncover the role of satellite technology in glaciology and climate research. Marion shares insights from her master's thesis in applied geophysics, where she used satellite data to analyze glaciers, and explains why distinguishing different types of glaciers is crucial in the context of global warming.

We also dive into the challenges of fieldwork in extreme environments like the Arctic Circle, the physical and logistical hurdles glaciologists face, and how their research contributes to our understanding of climate change. Plus, Marion tells us about her shift from glaciers to agricultural research and how space technology ties into it all. And of course, all this is accompanied by some sunny tunes to brighten your day!

Tracks played during the episode include:

Au Temps des Coquillages – Meimuna

Mexico – Mar Malade

Are You Experienced – Jimi Hendrix

Hosts: Amity & Kira

A big thanks to EchoBox Radio for hosting our show and to the Faculty of Science of the University of Amsterdam for supporting this project! Tune in for a fascinating discussion on glaciers, satellites, and the future of climate research.