Peter Downs

Fluvial geomorphology. River science, education, restoration & management. Fan of catchments, sustainability and environmental justice

[John Curtin @JPCurtinClimate]

Calling all Geography Teachers: We’ve worked with @The_GA to create nine flood case studies for GSCE & A level students - lots of great material drawn from real examples - take a look here and spread the word! https://t.co/UTZ1PxyeVC #GeographyTeacher #FloodAware

[Guy Verhofstadt @guyverhofstadt]

From a one person protest outside the Swedish Parliament last year, to mass marches & a global #ClimateStrike, @GretaThunberg has single-handedly changed the world. Simply remarkable.

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

So, then...a new chapter in the dissertation of my life. By my reckoning this is Ch.6: Analysis ...integrating earlier experiences and (hopefully) doing something useful with them!

[EA Geomorphology @EAGeomorphology]

1/3 🚨 Geomorphology job opportunities! We’re looking for 6 field based geomorphologists (fluvial or coastal) at two grades to join our wonderful community of specialists, with jobs in a number of locations. Here are the links:

https://t.co/5xCLmm5P8p

https://t.co/kisOObILrU

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

In-stream boulders, Caher Valley - active sediments or environmental legacy? Today's fluvial project on the sunny @PlymUni @PlymGeog field trip to western Ireland...

[BSG Geomorphology @BSG_Geomorph]

🚨🚨Publication Alert🚨🚨 new article on sediment fluxes resulting from dryland flash floods in SE Spain from @livunigeog's Janet Hooke #BSGPubs https://t.co/pb1IYWOnC8

[Dr Caroline Clason @Caroline_Clason]

JOB ALERT: We are seeking a Research Fellow to work on a new project at @PlymGeog about mitigating the water security challenges of Peruvian glacier retreat. If you have in experience in glaciology/hydrology & enjoy fieldwork then take a look! (Please RT!) https://t.co/pcDxz4YhSY

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

#notgeomorphology, but @terryandgerry were fabulous tonight! @Thunderbolt_pub, Bristol!! Saw them last at Princess Charlotte, Leicester 1987.

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

We are gathered and ready and ten minutes away...

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

Fully funded PhD position on sediment and habitat implications of Natural Flood Management for start in spring 2019! Apply by 28th January. Please see details at https://t.co/ji2cE1QTBb. Please contact me if interested! @PlymUniResearch @BSG_Geomorph #geomorphology

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

@riverpeek Many congratulations. Ryan!

[CSF @PlymouthCSF]

Liquidscapes Conference 2018. Students and Staff from Photography and Geography share their experiences of a pioneering interdisciplinary learning approach developed by TLS at UoP

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

Nothing stops tracking of RFID-tagged river gravels @PlymGeog …well, until it looked like we were going to be stuck there. @PlymUniResearch @BSG_Geomorph

[Amazing Maps @Amazing_Maps]

States with a smaller population than Los Angeles County

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

Homage paid to R Idle, now 21 yrs since rehabilitation...unbelievable! 0.00026 slope prompted recovery in action! @BSG_Geomorph @PlymGeog

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

@DrChrisHackney @UniOfHull @GEESatHull @BSG_Geomorph On the road to #BSG2017! Weather glorious, Gloucester services - wow, caravan count on M5 - high. Next stop, River Idle. @BSG_Geomorph

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

Delighted to represent the short term at @imera_amu 'People & Water' archaeology workshop tmrw!! @PlymUniResearch @PlymGeog #geomorphology

[Simon J Dixon @WoodinRivers]

Stunning footage from drone of the Oroville Spillway damage. Getting in & around it shows extent of damage. https://t.co/5Vm7jlwZ2G

[Peter Downs @peterwdowns]

Thanks...our pleasure! My next challenge...learn how to Tweet. https://t.co/uv7T5qSFI8

[Josh Ahmed @GeomorphicJosh]

Well, thanks @peterwdowns & @PlymGeog for a great @bsg_2016 - I had a floody good time #BSG_2016 #Hull2017