About AFAM

Since 2008, AFAM has served as a national and international clearinghouse of knowledge concering the social science policy and technical aspects of disasters. The Center collects and shares research and experince related to preparedness for, response to, recovery from, and mitigation of disasters, emphasizing the link between hazards mitigation ans sustainability to both producers and users of research and knowledge on extreme events.

The Center carries out its mission through the following areas:

Geological and Geotechnical Hazards

  • Seismic hazard and risk
  • Landslides

Engineering aspects of natural hazards

  • Environmental changes
  • Mathematical geology

Climate extremes and Climate Changes

  • Tropical cyclones and mid-latitude storms
  • Floods and droughts
  • Seasonal forecasts
  • Climate change and its hazard implications
  • Political, financial, and aconomic implications of global warning

Disaster Studics and Management

  • Disaster mitigation
  • Community preparedness
  • Communication and education
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