On April 23rd 2026, fourteen girls participated in an engaging Girls' Day workshop offered by the Sedimentary Systems group titled "Wenn Landschaften aus dem Takt geraten – Langzeitfolgen abrupter Klimasprünge".

The participants explored how geoscientists use sediments and computer models to understand how landscapes respond to climate change. After a short introduction, the girls rotated through three hands-on research stations: an analog sandbox experiment with water and sand, a sediment core investigation, and a computer-based landscape simulation.

By experimenting with rock samples and erosion processes, the young researchers discovered why landscapes often need thousands of years to adapt to abrupt climate shifts. The workshop concluded with insights into current climate research.

The event was a great success, sparking curiosity and enthusiasm for Earth sciences among the participants.