InhaltsangabeGlobal Change and Natural Hazards: New Challenges, New Strategies.- Flood Forecasting for the River Inn.- Runoff and bedload transport modelling for flood hazard assessment in small alpine catchments - the PROMAB model.- Modelling peak runoff in small Alpine catchments based on area properties and system status.- Process-based investigations and monitoring of deep-seated landslides.- Alpine tourist destinations – a safe haven in turbulent times? – Exploring travellers’ perception of risks and events of damage.- Protective measures against natural hazards – are they worth their costs?.- Analysing Decision Mechanisms for Natural Hazard Management.- Alternative Risk Transfer and Alternative Risk Financing.- Risk management.- Laser scanning - a paradigm change in topographic data acquisition for natural hazard management.- Improving Safety in Alpine Regions through a combination of GSM/GPRS with satellite communication, GIS, and robust positioning technology.- Pros and cons of four years experience of alpS.