The surface geology and geomorphology of the
three environments surrounding the Gobabeb
Research and Training Centre have provided
insight into the long-term evolution of the coastal,
central Namib Desert. Studying individually the
gravel plains north of the Kuiseb River, the Kuiseb
River itself and the ancient and contemporary dune
deserts south of the Kuiseb has contributed extensively
to our understanding of such systems locally
as well as beyond the horizons of the Namib. The
three systems each provide a graphic laboratory
of materials and processes extensively studied
by individual researches as well as being used for
teaching at all levels.