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It is increasingly recognised that groundwater in montane environments is important for
sustaining downstream river flows in lowland areas, maintaining water supplies and aquatic habitats. Yet quantitative studies
of groundwater in montane areas remain rare. Geological complexity coupled with logistical difficulties in attaining data by
traditional techniques dictate that such systems are poorly understood. However, over the past decade, advances in
geophysics and groundwater modelling tools means that hydrogeologists are now better equipped to characterise aquifers in
montane regions and predict likely responses to climatic change and other environmental pressures such as land-use
change.
This project will look to apply geophysical and groundwater modelling techniques to groundwater resources in headwater
catchments of the River Dee (Cairngorm Mountains, Scotland). The Dee is one of the UK’s most important rivers; it has high
conservation value (EU Habitat’s Directive), sustains an Atlantic salmon fishery worth ~£20m to the local economy and
provides drinking water for the city of Aberdeen (~300,000 people). Groundwater contributions to river flow are particularly
critical
during
low
flow
periods.
They
are
however,
poorly
monitored.
This project aims to better understand these groundwater resources and provide evidence-base for projecting their response
to predicted climatic change. The study will integrate field and modelling works in representative headwater catchments of
the Dee that contain important aquifers, both in the bedrock and in superficial glacial deposits. This will significantly enhance
existing work. The project will involve training in borehole installation, aquifer characterisation and monitoring, application of
geophysical methods (e.g. ERT, GPR), use of environmental tracers and groundwater modelling. This will provide a unique,
multi-disciplinary approach to understanding groundwater function. A catchment-scale numerical model will be applied to (i)
test/revise the aquifers conceptual model, hydraulic properties and boundary conditions and (ii) assess the magnitude and
spatial
distribution
of
interactions
between
groundwater
and
surface
water.
The successful applicant should have, or expect to have, an Honours Degree at 2.1 or above (or equivalent) in Geology or
physical geography, environmental or civil engineering, environmental sciences with knowledge of Hydrogeology, Geological
environments, Geological structures, Hydrology, Basic fluid dynamics, Basic geophysics, Water resources engineering
Funding Notes:
There is no funding attached to this project it is for self-funded students only
References:
Application
Process:
Formal applications can be completed online: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply. You should apply for PhD in
Geography, to ensure that your application is passed to the correct College for processing. Please ensure that you quote the
project
title
and
supervisor
on
the
application
form.
Informal inquiries can be made to Dr J C Comte ([email protected]) with a copy of your curriculum vitae and cover
letter. All general enquiries should be directed to the Graduate School Admissions Unit ([email protected]).
FindAPhD Scholarship available for this PhD opportunity!
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Climate change and groundwater resources in montane
areas: integrating geophysics and hydrogeological modelling
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Characterisation of climate forcers in megacities and associated effects on public health and climate change
University of Birmingham
School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
Modelling network interactions - Modelling adaptive learning behaviour in dynamic stochastic networks
University of Leeds
Institute for Transport Studies (ITS)
The regulation of safe standing areas at sports grounds (advert reference: BL / DRFLAW7 / 50867)
Northumbria University
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Institution:Aberdeen University
Dept/School/Faculty:Graduate School, College of Physical Sciences
PhD Supervisor:Dr J C Comte
Co-Supervisor:Prof C Soulsby
Application Deadline:Applications accepted all year round
Funding Availability:
Self-Funded PhD Students Only
add
telephone
apply online
PhD Research Project
It is increasingly recognised that groundwater in montane environments is important for
sustaining downstream river flows in lowland areas, maintaining water supplies and aquatic habitats. Yet quantitative studies
of groundwater in montane areas remain rare. Geological complexity coupled with logistical difficulties in attaining data by
traditional techniques dictate that such systems are poorly understood. However, over the past decade, advances in
geophysics and groundwater modelling tools means that hydrogeologists are now better equipped to characterise aquifers in
montane regions and predict likely responses to climatic change and other environmental pressures such as land-use
change.
This project will look to apply geophysical and groundwater modelling techniques to groundwater resources in headwater
catchments of the River Dee (Cairngorm Mountains, Scotland). The Dee is one of the UK’s most important rivers; it has high
conservation value (EU Habitat’s Directive), sustains an Atlantic salmon fishery worth ~£20m to the local economy and
provides drinking water for the city of Aberdeen (~300,000 people). Groundwater contributions to river flow are particularly
critical
during
low
flow
periods.
They
are
however,
poorly
monitored.
This project aims to better understand these groundwater resources and provide evidence-base for projecting their response
to predicted climatic change. The study will integrate field and modelling works in representative headwater catchments of
the Dee that contain important aquifers, both in the bedrock and in superficial glacial deposits. This will significantly enhance
existing work. The project will involve training in borehole installation, aquifer characterisation and monitoring, application of
geophysical methods (e.g. ERT, GPR), use of environmental tracers and groundwater modelling. This will provide a unique,
multi-disciplinary approach to understanding groundwater function. A catchment-scale numerical model will be applied to (i)
test/revise the aquifers conceptual model, hydraulic properties and boundary conditions and (ii) assess the magnitude and
spatial
distribution
of
interactions
between
groundwater
and
surface
water.
The successful applicant should have, or expect to have, an Honours Degree at 2.1 or above (or equivalent) in Geology or
physical geography, environmental or civil engineering, environmental sciences with knowledge of Hydrogeology, Geological
environments, Geological structures, Hydrology, Basic fluid dynamics, Basic geophysics, Water resources engineering
Funding Notes:
There is no funding attached to this project it is for self-funded students only
References:
Application
Process:
Formal applications can be completed online: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply. You should apply for PhD in
Geography, to ensure that your application is passed to the correct College for processing. Please ensure that you quote the
project
title
and
supervisor
on
the
application
form.
Informal inquiries can be made to Dr J C Comte ([email protected]) with a copy of your curriculum vitae and cover
letter. All general enquiries should be directed to the Graduate School Admissions Unit ([email protected]).
FindAPhD Scholarship available for this PhD opportunity!
We are offering students wishing to start their postgraduate studies in autumn 2015 at any university listed on
FindAPhD.com the chance of winning a £5,000 PhD scholarship. We will also be awarding a number of £500 scholarships
Register your interest here
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