Dynamics of the Lake Kivu System

This multi-faceted project will 1) systematically acquire seismic reflection, bathymetric, sediment cores, water samples along the length of the lake system; 2) monitor earthquake activity along fault systems and from volcanoes; and 3) analyze time variations in land use and vegetation. Our synergistic approach to surveying this natural system is essential to evaluate the hazards imposed by natural and human activities in the region. The new data will inform the regional governments of the conservation implications of their development efforts in this biologically diverse, unique ecosystem.

本多维度研究项目将开展以下三项工作：1）沿该湖泊水系全线系统采集地震反射（seismic reflection）数据、水深测量（bathymetric）数据、沉积物岩芯（sediment cores）及水体样本；2）监测断裂带及火山区域的地震活动；3）分析土地利用与植被的时间变化特征。本研究采用协同勘测该自然系统的方法，这对评估该区域内自然活动与人类活动所引发的各类灾害至关重要。本次采集的全新数据将为地方政府提供决策参考，帮助其明晰在这片生物多样性丰富且独具特色的生态系统中开展开发活动所涉及的保护层面影响。