The Arctic-HYDRA program consists of a core network for the observation of the Arctic Hydrological Cycle (Arctic HYCOS) coupled with a suite of intensive, focused process studies that are based on in-depth measurements and modelling of the individual components of the AHC. Furthermore, hydrological models and data assimilation techniques will be developed to generate a comprehensive, integrated description of the AHC including the feedbacks between the atmosphere, cryosphere and the oceans. The program will have a data management and information system in accordance with IPY and WMO protocol. It will establish links with other relevant clusters, e.g., on meteorology, climatology, cryosphere, including permafrost, snow cover and glaciers, biosphere and societal issues affected by the AHC.
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