The mission of the Snow, Ice and Permafrost Research Establishment

TitleThe mission of the Snow, Ice and Permafrost Research Establishment
Publication TypeConference Proceedings
Year of Conference1952
AuthorsLahlum, A. H.
Conference Name20th Annual Western Snow Conference
Series TitleProceedings of the 20th Annual Western Snow Conference
Date PublishedApril 1952
PublisherWestern Snow Conference
Conference LocationSacramento, California
KeywordsSIPRE, Snow research
Abstract

SIPRE conducts basic and applied research on the properties of snow, ice and seasonally or permanently frozen ground; studies the relations of snow, ice and permafrost to the environment; collects and disseminates information on snow, ice and permafrost to all elements of the Department of Defense; coordinates research undertaken by the Armed Forces, and others in the fields of snow, ice and permafrost to eliminate duplication.