Christopher Merchant

Reader in Earth Observation. Research focus is in applying quantitative remote sensing to understanding of the Earth's climate system. Current research projects focus on marine climate and air-sea interaction, and observation of lake temperature and ice cover. Teaching covers meteorology, climate and remote sensing.

Funded PhD position available on LAKES AND CLIMATE open for applications.

Description of the PhD project

The project page for the associated remote sensing study that generates the new lake data.

Notes: (1) Funding is available for three years of study, and this is open to all candidates internationally. For EU candidates, the funding will cover all fees and a basic stipend. Candidates from beyond the EU will have fees and some research costs covered, but will need to fund their living costs. (2) The start date is flexible. Essentially, we wish to start as soon as possible. (3) The potential remit is quite broad (see description), and therefore candidates are asked to develop more specific ideas for what research they wish to pursue. (4) Application is by this online system (PhD "apply" button on the right), and please indicate your research interest within your personal statement.

Chris's Publication List

Some conference and seminar presentations

Commentary on The Great Global Warming Swindle

Post:    School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh, Crew Building, King's Buildings, Edinburgh EH9 3JN
Telephone:    +44 (0)131 650 5097
Skype:   cjmerchant
E-mail:   c.merchant@ed.ac.uk