Ice Age Studies

Ice Age Studies focus on understanding the climatic changes that occurred during the Pleistocene epoch, which lasted from about 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago. This period was marked by repeated cycles of glacial and interglacial phases, where large parts of the Earth were covered by ice sheets and glaciers. Researchers examine evidence from ice cores, sediment layers, and fossil records to learn how these shifts in climate affected ecosystems, human evolution, and the Earth's geology. By analyzing past climate patterns, scientists can gain insights into current climate change and its potential future impacts.