HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – Monetizing the role of water in sustaining watershed ecosystem services using a fully integrated subsurface–surface water model
Research Highlight, HGS, Evapotranspiration, Agriculture, Drought, Watershed hydrology, Water resource management Veljko Zaric Research Highlight, HGS, Evapotranspiration, Agriculture, Drought, Watershed hydrology, Water resource management Veljko Zaric

HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – Monetizing the role of water in sustaining watershed ecosystem services using a fully integrated subsurface–surface water model

This research, co-authored by David R. Lapen, Susan Preston, Tariq Aziz, and Steven K. Frey, highlights the role of subsurface water in sustaining ecosystem services during droughts. Using HydroGeoSphere (HGS), the team analyzed the South Nation Watershed (SNW) in eastern Ontario, emphasizing how subsurface water supports evapotranspiration in agricultural landscapes.

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HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – Numerical analysis of thermal response tests with groundwater flow and heat transfer model
Research Highlight, HGS, Numerics, Geothermal, Groundwater, Water resource management, Mining and energy Veljko Zaric Research Highlight, HGS, Numerics, Geothermal, Groundwater, Water resource management, Mining and energy Veljko Zaric

HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – Numerical analysis of thermal response tests with groundwater flow and heat transfer model

This research, co-authored by J. Raymond, L. Gosselin, R. Lefebvre, and Aquanty’s René Therrien, explores how thermal response tests (TRTs) can be enhanced by employing HydroGeoSphere (HGS), our advanced modelling platform, to simulate coupled groundwater flow and heat transfer processes under complex geological settings. The study investigates the limitations of traditional line-source models, particularly in heterogeneous subsurface conditions, and introduces a numerical modelling approach to improve the accuracy of TRT analyses.

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Using the debug.control file for real-time tuning of HGS simulation performance
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Using the debug.control file for real-time tuning of HGS simulation performance

This post explains how to use the debug.control file to modify the performance of an HGS simulation in real-time. By adjusting settings in the debug.control file, users can tweak parameters like convergence and time stepping without needing to restart the simulation. This is particularly helpful for optimizing the simulation's behavior during runtime. We find that using debug.control is a great way to test different settings and improve model performance on the fly. The file also provides the flexibility to pause simulations or adjust output, making it an essential tool for users looking to troubleshoot or fine-tune their models.

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HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – The HypoSalar project: Integrating hyporheic exchange fluxes into Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) spawning habitat models
Research Highlight, HGS, Numerics, Geothermal, Groundwater, Water resource management, Mining and energy Veljko Zaric Research Highlight, HGS, Numerics, Geothermal, Groundwater, Water resource management, Mining and energy Veljko Zaric

HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – The HypoSalar project: Integrating hyporheic exchange fluxes into Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) spawning habitat models

In this research highlight ultra-fine resolution HydroGeoSphere models are used to simulate hyporheic exchange fluxes in river reaches used by Atlantic salmon for spawning. The HypoSalar project is contributing to demonstrate that the capabilities of HydroGeoSphere are not exclusively related to the field of hydrogeology, but can be used for both fluvial geomorphology and ecological studies due to HydroGeoSphere's flexibility and superior modeling approach.

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Staff Research Highlight - Development of a fully integrated hydrological fate and transport model for plant protection products: incorporating groundwater, tile drainage, and runoff
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Staff Research Highlight - Development of a fully integrated hydrological fate and transport model for plant protection products: incorporating groundwater, tile drainage, and runoff

This research investigates how the integrated hydrological modelling of plant protection products (PPPs) such as pesticides can provide a more comprehensive understanding of their environmental behavior across groundwater, surface water, and tile drainage systems.

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