Lecture1a “Introduction to mountain research”

"You can’t conquer a mountain, though it may conquer you." (Jimmy Chin)

Introduction to mountain research

Preamble:

Mountain regions are considered to be very relevant for providing various resources and services. Nevertheless, there is no unique definition what mountain regions are and also “mountain research” is no classical research category. Therefore, this lecture will provide a profound introduction into diverse concepts to study and develop mountain regions.

Benefits from lecture:

• Understanding of mountain research
• Overview of regional and international mountain research landscape

Special features of lecture:

• Participants can express their expectations and interest
• Inputs from international experts

Main lecturers:

• Wolfgang Gurgiser
• Prof. Stefan Mayr

 

P - Presentation , D - Discussion

Lectures

• Unit 1
• Unit 2
• Unit 3
• Unit 4
• Unit 5