The processes which shape the Earth’s surface don’t just occur in wilderness locations, they are also reshaping the urban environment. We are leading the development of this new area in natural sciences.
Research areas
Through Augmented Reality
Above are some of the research areas in urban geomorphology. We are keen to collaborate and explore ideas with anthropologists, archaeologists, engineers, architects, geologists and anyone with an interest in the urban fabric and what it means to our lives.
Our latest project is looking at urban art (e.g. graffiti writing, street art) in Birmingham. Looking at where it is done and how the physical spaces of derelict buildings and spaces affect the art, as well as what the art has done to shape how people think about an area. Find out more here!
Publications in this area
Dixon, SJ. Landscape processes as site context. (Chapter in Site Matters, 2nd Ed – Now available in all good book shops!)
Dixon, SJ., Viles, H., Garrett, B. (2018) Ozymandias in the Anthropocene: The city as an emerging landform. Area 10.1111/area.12358
(Winner of the 2019 Royal Geographical Society Area prize)
Anthropocene Landscapes and Processes Group 