Ineson Lecture 2009
Hydrogeological science over the past thirty five years - Where will the next ten years lead?
| Organised by: | British National Chapter of IAH |
| Date: | 15 October 2009 |
| Event Type: | Conference |
| Venue: | The Geological Society (Burlington House) |
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Abstract and Supporting Speakers
This years Ineson lecture will be given by Denis Peach of the British Geological Survey.
The science of modern hydrogeology has developed under the influence of resources and water quality drivers, often enshrined in legislation, since the 1960’s, but do we the hydrogeologists really understand our aquifers well enough to make adequate predictions of the impacts of climate and other environmental changes on the groundwater system. Are our models fit for purpose? Should groundwater specialists be working in other disciplines to make sure the hydrological cycle is properly imbedded in environmental science research, planning and policy? In short what lies ahead for hydrogeologists and research and practice in groundwater science in the next decade. I take a stroll through my career in groundwater spanning over 35 years examining the science in UK and internationally and mapping the course it has taken and make some forecasts of where hydrogeologists may need to focus in the next ten years.
As usual, the Ineson lecture will be preceded by a number of supporting speakers. These are confirmed as:
The science of modern hydrogeology has developed under the influence of resources and water quality drivers, often enshrined in legislation, since the 1960’s, but do we the hydrogeologists really understand our aquifers well enough to make adequate predictions of the impacts of climate and other environmental changes on the groundwater system. Are our models fit for purpose? Should groundwater specialists be working in other disciplines to make sure the hydrological cycle is properly imbedded in environmental science research, planning and policy? In short what lies ahead for hydrogeologists and research and practice in groundwater science in the next decade. I take a stroll through my career in groundwater spanning over 35 years examining the science in UK and internationally and mapping the course it has taken and make some forecasts of where hydrogeologists may need to focus in the next ten years.
As usual, the Ineson lecture will be preceded by a number of supporting speakers. These are confirmed as:
- Ryan Law (Geothermal Engineering) Geothermal Energy - Recent developments, future opportunities
- Mohammad Shamsudduha (UCL) The impacts of abstraction and climate change on groundwater resources in Asian Mega-Deltas: evidence from the Bengal Basin
- Mark Zeitoun (UEA) Asymmetric Abstractions - The Palestinian-Israeli water pumping record
- Stefan Krause (Keele University) Hot moments and hot spots of reactive transport and transformation at the aquifer-river interfaces of UK lowland and upland rivers
- Simon Mathias (University of Durham) Carbon capture – talk title TBC
How do I register?
Pre-registration is required for this meeting. To register, please send an email entitled ‘Ineson Lecture 2009 Pre-registration‘ to Ian Davey, Environment Agency (ian.davey@environmentagency.gov.uk) indicating: (i) name, (ii) affiliation, (iii) Geol Soc or IAH membership number.
Please register by Friday 2nd October to facilitate catering.
Please register by Friday 2nd October to facilitate catering.
How much does it cost?
Members of IAH/Geology Society £20
Non-members £40
Students £5
Cash/cheque payable on the day please.
Non-members £40
Students £5
Cash/cheque payable on the day please.
Programme
12.45 Registration and coffee
13.30 Introduction
13.45 Supporting speakers 5x20 mins
15.30 Tea
16.00 Ineson lecture
17.00 Discussion
17.30 Drinks reception
13.30 Introduction
13.45 Supporting speakers 5x20 mins
15.30 Tea
16.00 Ineson lecture
17.00 Discussion
17.30 Drinks reception