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Welcome to The International Society for Aeolian Research (ISAR)

Aeolian (also spelled “eolian”): an adjective meaning carried, formed, eroded or deposited by the wind (modified from Websters New World College Dictionary)

Introduction

The International Society of Aeolian Research was created to promote contacts among scientists undertaking research in aeolian processes and landforms, to stimulate scientific research in aeolian topics and related fields, and to further the application of the results of such research into practical applications. We accomplish these objectives by:

  1. promoting contacts among researchers in aeolian processes and related subjects for discussion and comparison of research results;
  2. initiating conferences such as International Conference on Aeolian Research (ICAR) and related conferences;
  3.  organizing relevant excursions and demonstrations;
  4.  establishing contacts and cooperation with organizations in other fields of science aimed at similar general purposes, and;
  5.  supporting the publication of a peer-reviewed scientific journal.

We are organized and operated exclusively for scientific and educational purposes and not for profit.


Latest News

  • New ISAR sponsorship events

    Planning an aeolian science-related event? ISAR members can request financial or other support through our exclusive Sponsorship Events Page. Application Details: All requests will be considered, with a typical review process of up to 3 months. Shorter timelines may be accommodated if needed. Take advantage of this opportunity to secure support and elevate ISAR’s presence…

  • ISAR Student Representative Position

    We are looking for an enthusiastic graduate student in good academic standing to join the board as an honorary student board member. The selected candidate will actively participate in board meetings, offering valuable insights and representing the interests of the student body. In addition to providing a student perspective, the role will involve assisting with…

  • Congratulations to Professor Yaping Shao, ISAR Distinguished Career Awardee 2025

    A Biographical Sketch of Yaping Shao By Martina Klose, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology For his exceptional achievements in aeolian research, his outstanding guidance and mentorship in educating the next generations of aeolian researchers, including myself, and his exemplary work attitude and dedication, Yaping has been awarded the ISAR Distinguished Career Award. Yaping has been internationally…

  • Register your interest for ICAR 2026

    The International Conference on Aeolian Research (ICAR XII) will take place from 13 – 17 July 2026 in Swakopmund, Namibia. To register your interest and find out more information, click the button below to be redirected to the conference website.

  • Congratulations to Prof Tom Gill, ISAR Distinguished Career Awardee 2024

    Tom Gill at Lordsburg Playa A Biographical Sketch of Tom GillBy Jeffrey A. Lee, Texas Tech University Thomas E. Gill was born in 1961 and grew up in Walnut Creek, California, near San Francisco.Both of his parents were artists and trips for his father’s hobby of landscape painting led Tom toa love of geomorphology starting…

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