Research on snow and ice

This review, unlike its predecessor [Martinelli et al ., 1979], is an intentionally selective survey of recent advances in selected areas of snow and ice research. I have chosen to concentrate on studies relating to large‐scale aspects of the cryosphere and to consider their wider significance for other disciplines. Results obtained by new measurement techniques and the application of remote sensing methods are also stressed. At the same time, the broad lines of advance in glaciological research, as represented in books, conference themes, and major field or laboratory programs, are noted and a detailed bibliography is appended.