HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – How Does Topography Control Topography-Driven Groundwater Flow?

HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – How Does Topography Control Topography-Driven Groundwater Flow?

In a study led by Xiaolang Zhang, Jiu Jimmy Jiao, Wensi Guo, researchers have comprehensively explored the mechanisms governing topography-driven groundwater flow. Their research showcases the complexities between varying rainfall patterns, topographic features, and groundwater flow dynamics, offering invaluable insights into hydrological processes.

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HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – Comparing alternative conceptual models for tile drains and soil heterogeneity for the simulation of tile drainage in agricultural catchments

HGS RESEARCH HIGHLIGHT – Comparing alternative conceptual models for tile drains and soil heterogeneity for the simulation of tile drainage in agricultural catchments

This research highlight explores tile drainage systems within agricultural catchments, with the goal of refining hydrological modeling methodologies. The study explores the impact of soil heterogeneity on model simulations, revealing its significance at smaller scales. Overall, offering valuable insights into improving the representation of tile drainage in hydrological models, crucial for sustainable water management in agricultural landscapes.

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HGS Research Highlight - Dual permeability modeling of tile drain management influences on hydrology and nutrient transport in macroporous soil

This post features a recent study by Frey et al., 2016 who used 2-dimensional dual permeability HydroGeoSphere models to simulate the flow and transport of liquid swine manure and rhodamine tracer application on a macroporous clay loam under controlled (CD) and free drainage (FD) tile management.

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