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Environmental Sciences
Abdullah Othman, Ahmed Abdelrady, Ahmed Mohamed
Summary: The study reveals the impact of climate and anthropogenic activities on groundwater levels in Iraq, with overall depletion observed. However, the Mesopotamian plain shows higher groundwater potential. The integrated approach employed in this study proves to be informative and cost-effective.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Donald W. Vasco, Kyra H. Kim, Tom G. Farr, J. T. Reager, David Bekaert, Simran S. Sangha, Jonny Rutqvist, Hiroko K. Beaudoing
Summary: Groundwater depletion-induced subsidence is a serious issue worldwide, including in California's Tulare Basin. This study combines Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR) and Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) satellite data to examine the hydrological dynamics of the basin. By removing long-term aquifer compaction, short-term variations related to hydrological features are revealed. Additionally, the use of GRACE satellite estimates helps visualize monthly spatial variations in water volumes. This approach enables the synthesis of different datasets and contributes to better understanding and management of groundwater resources globally.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Mehdi Eshagh, Farzam Fatolazadeh, Kalifa Goita
Summary: This study addresses the challenge of quantifying uncertainties in the GLDAS model and enhancing the accuracy of downscaled GRACE data. A novel approach, referred to as method 2, is proposed to estimate uncertainties in the GLDAS model by incorporating parameter magnitudes. The results demonstrate substantial improvements in accuracy when comparing the downscaled TWS with measurements from piezometric wells, highlighting the potential of the proposed approach.
Editorial Material
Plant Sciences
Camilla Ruo Rasmussen, Andrew Kulmatiski
Summary: Plant water isotopic compositions are useful for studying soil water uptake patterns, but they only offer relative uptake distributions and lack information on total transpiration. Therefore, this technique cannot address key questions regarding drought response, competition, and species coexistence.
TRENDS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
W. A. Veness, A. P. Butler, B. F. Ochoa-Tocachi, S. Moulds, W. Buytaert
Summary: In arid regions, satellite-based indicators are commonly used to infer drought conditions due to the lack of in situ monitoring facilities. However, by monitoring groundwater levels on the ground and comparing the data with satellite indicators, more accurate estimations of water availability can be made. Short monitoring campaigns can further improve these estimations and have practical advantages in terms of implementation.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ahmed Mohamed, Cheikh Faye, Abdullah Othman, Ahmed Abdelrady
Summary: This study characterizes the changes in groundwater storage and drought events in Senegal using GRACE satellite data. The results provided insights into the intensity and variability of drought events and estimated the annual precipitation and groundwater storage changes.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ahmed Mohamed, Abdullah Othman, Wael F. Galal, Ahmed Abdelrady
Summary: To address the increasing human-caused demands, Saudi Arabia is exploring new sources of groundwater. By integrating multiple datasets, including GRACE gravity data, VES, TDEM, and other related data, the groundwater potential of Wadi Ranyah in southwestern Saudi Arabia was studied. The findings revealed the variations in groundwater storage and the factors influencing the groundwater potential in the area. This integrated approach allows for accurate assessment of groundwater potential in arid and semi-arid regions.
Article
Water Resources
Abdellatif Rafik, Yassine Ait Brahim, Abdelhakim Amazirh, Mohamed Ouarani, Bouchra Bargam, Hamza Ouatiki, Yassine Bouslihim, Lhoussaine Bouchaou, Abdelghani Chehbouni
Summary: This study focuses on using the SWAT model and machine learning techniques to estimate and predict the variation in groundwater levels (GWL) in the upstream part of the Essaouira basin, a data-scare region in Morocco. The results show that this approach yields satisfactory results in predicting GWL in data-scarce regions.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY-REGIONAL STUDIES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Newton Muhury, Armando A. A. Apan, Tek N. N. Marasani, Gebiaw T. T. Ayele
Summary: This study modeled the relationship between vegetation response and soil water content using MODIS, NDVI, and SWC. The SWAT model was used for groundwater analysis. The results showed that different vegetation types and soil water content varied in the dry and wet seasons.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Indira Bose, Faisal Hossain, Hisham Eldardiry, Shahryar Ahmad, Nishan K. Biswas, Ahmad Zeeshan Bhatti, Hyongki Lee, Mazharul Aziz, Md Shah Kamal Khan
Summary: The study proposed an improved Irrigation Advisory System (IAS) by integrating GRACE and Landsat TIR data, which can significantly reduce groundwater usage and improve sustainability in irrigation districts in South Asia.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Water Resources
S. A. S. Araffa, H. S. Sabet, M. H. Mahmoud
Summary: The Nubian sandstone aquifer (NSA) is characterized using 19 VES stations, 201 gravity stations, and 183 magnetic stations. The interpretation results show that the upper surface depth of the NSA ranges from 707 to 1154 m, with resistivities indicating good groundwater quality. The study region exhibits various structural characteristics in different trends, including northwest-southeast, northeast-southwest, and east-west trends.
APPLIED WATER SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Water Resources
Susanne Charlotta Aberg, Kirsti Korkka-Niemi, Anne Rautio, Annika Katarina Aberg
Summary: This study focuses on the long-term hydrological and ecological consequences of dam construction and river regulation in Viiankiaapa mire, Northern Finland. The study found that the regulation has significantly impacted the groundwater flow patterns, raising the groundwater table and increasing groundwater discharge in the mire. The ecological effects of regulation were mixed, with some flood-dependent plant species declining but certain species finding suitable habitat expansion.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY-REGIONAL STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Pradip Kumar Maurya, Frederik Ersted Christensen, Masson Andy Kass, Jesper B. Pedersen, Rasmus R. Frederiksen, Nikolaj Foged, Anders Vest Christiansen, Esben Auken
Summary: This paper introduces a new floating transient electromagnetic instrument system (FloaTEM) that is capable of imaging the subsurface in both freshwater and saltwater. Through experiments and investigations, it is demonstrated that this system performs well in aquatic environments.
HYDROLOGY AND EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Water Resources
Suraj Jena, Rabindra Kumar Panda, Meenu Ramadas, Binayak P. Mohanty, Alok Kumar Samantaray, Susanta Kishore Pattanaik
Summary: This study evaluated the temporal variability in depth to groundwater in the State of Odisha, India from 1995 to 2015, identifying both rising and declining trends. Land use/ land cover was found to be the dominant factor influencing groundwater depth variability, highlighting the need for impact assessment studies in locations with significant trends. This approach can greatly contribute to planning and management for achieving groundwater sustainability in data-scarce regions.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY-REGIONAL STUDIES
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
A. Mijic, L. Liu, J. O'Keeffe, B. Dobson, K. P. Chun
Summary: This article emphasizes the need to consider the broader systems perspective and the complexity of human-water interactions when implementing technological solutions in water management, in order to avoid unintended consequences. The application of a systems meta-model reveals the critical links between humans and water, providing guidance for coordinated solutions and sustainable water management.
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
