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Chapter 1

: Introduction
1.1 Importance of Permafrost Mapping
1.2 Objectives of the Study
1.3 Overview of Permafrost Environments
1.4 Significance of Electromagnetic Surveys
1.5 Scope and Limitations
1.6 Relevance to Climate Change Research
1.7 Implications for Infrastructure Design and Stability

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Chapter 2

: Literature Review
2.1 Definition and Characteristics of Permafrost
2.2 Factors Influencing Permafrost Distribution
2.3 Geophysical Methods for Permafrost Mapping
2.4 Previous Studies on EM Surveys for Permafrost
2.5 Challenges in Permafrost Detection and Characterization
2.6 Applications of Permafrost Mapping in Engineering
2.7 Environmental and Societal Impacts of Permafrost Degradation

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Chapter 3

: Methodology
3.1 Principles of Electromagnetic Induction
3.2 Ground-Based and Airborne EM Survey Techniques
3.3 Data Acquisition and Processing Methods
3.4 Interpretation of EM Data for Permafrost Mapping
3.5 Integration with Other Geophysical and Geotechnical Data
3.6 Calibration and Validation of EM Surveys
3.7 Uncertainty Assessment and Error Analysis

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Chapter 4

: Results and Analysis
4.1 Mapping Permafrost Distribution Using EM Surveys
4.2 Characterization of Permafrost Thickness and Properties
4.3 Spatial Variability of Permafrost Conditions
4.4 Comparison with Ground Truth Data and Models
4.5 Implications for Climate Change Studies
4.6 Engineering Considerations for Permafrost-Affected Areas
4.7 Case Studies of EM Surveys in Permafrost Mapping

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Chapter 5

: Discussion
5.1 Synthesis of Permafrost Mapping Results
5.2 Implications for Climate Adaptation Strategies
5.3 Challenges in EM Surveys for Permafrost Mapping
5.4 Integration of Findings into Land Use Planning
5.5 Community Engagement and Stakeholder Involvement
5.6 Future Research Directions
5.7 Conclusion and Recommendations