Abstract

A Bedload Research International Cooperative – BRIC – has been formed as a web-based global organization for research that will provide a better understanding of bedload processes and improved means for estimating bedload discharge. The BRIC is a non-profit group of researchers, practitioners, resource managers and others interested in acquisition and use of bedload data for research and for application in studies or management of river systems. It is by and for the international bedload research community. The BRIC website consists of four components in addition to external links: (1) a membership entry form and membership database; (2) bibliographic citations and related information; (3) bedload research venues; and (4) an under-construction portal to bedload data. The three functional components are fully searchable by keyword and other criteria. The strength of the BRIC is its membership. Those interested in the BRIC concept are invited to join and participate in the BRIC free of charge.

Keywords: Bedload, research, bibliography, research venue, database