Welcome

Join us as we explore the unique African alpine environments of the Rwenzori Mountains (“Mountains of the Moon”). Our mission is to understand how glaciers and climate in East Africa changed during and since the last Ice Age (over approximately the last 30,000 years)

Overview of Rwenzori Mountains Science: Geography of the Rwenzori Mountains (including a 3-d visualization)

Geologic Research: Our research and some mapping resources and climate data

Research Team: Our research team

Tourism: Links to resources for visiting the Rwenzori Mountains

Climate and Glacier Activities: Suggestions for teaching K-12 students about glaciers, climate, and alpine environments

References: List of materials cited on this website and other materials we have found useful

We are grateful for funding for this research from the US National Science Foundation and the Comer Family Foundation