Posted on May 27, 2024 (Updated on July 12, 2025)
The Interplay of Depression Cones and Transmissivity in Groundwater Hydrology
Water BodiesThe Ups and Downs of Groundwater: How Pumping Impacts Our Water Table Ever wonder what happens when you pump water out of the ground? It’s not just an endless supply, that’s for sure. When we tap into groundwater with wells, we create a sort of “dent” in the water table, or the potentiometric surface if
Posted on May 27, 2024 (Updated on July 12, 2025)
Unveiling the Seafloor: Live Video Feeds from Submarine ROVs
Water BodiesPeering into the Abyss: Live from the Seafloor with Submarine ROVs Ever wondered what’s really going on down in the ocean’s inky depths? For centuries, it’s been a realm of mystery, a world largely hidden from our eyes. But guess what? We’re getting a sneak peek, thanks to some seriously cool tech: Remotely Operated Vehicles,
Posted on May 26, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Examining the Depth and Influence of Wind-Driven Currents on Shorelines
Water BodiesIntroduction to wind induced currents and coastlines The interaction between wind and the Earth’s surface is a fundamental driver of ocean currents, which have a significant impact on the dynamics of coastlines worldwide. Understanding the depth and behaviour of these wind-induced currents is crucial for coastal management, environmental protection and maritime operations. In this article
Posted on May 26, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Exploring the Feasibility of Negative Reference Evapotranspiration Calculations Using the FAO Penman-Monteith Model
Water BodiesUnderstanding the FAO Penman-Monteith Equation and Negative Reference Evapotranspiration The FAO Penman-Monteith equation is a widely used model in hydrology and agricultural science for estimating reference evapotranspiration (ET0), a critical parameter in water management and crop yield prediction. This equation, developed by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), combines the principles of energy balance and
Posted on May 26, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Role of Ekman Transport in Ocean Circulation and Climate
Water BodiesWhat is Ekman Transport? Ekman transport is a fundamental concept in oceanography and physical geography that describes the movement of surface water in the ocean due to the combined effects of wind stress and the Coriolis effect. Named after the Swedish oceanographer Vagn Walfrid Ekman, this phenomenon has important implications for understanding ocean currents, upwelling,
Posted on May 26, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Critical Role of Thermohaline Circulation in Shaping North Atlantic Salinity Patterns
Water BodiesIntroduction to the North Atlantic Thermohaline Current The thermohaline current, a critical component of the global ocean circulation system, plays a major role in regulating the Earth’s climate. This complex system of underwater currents is driven by differences in water temperature and salinity, which create density gradients that drive the movement of water masses. In