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News:
Riversymposium: program and list of
papers and posters now available on-line
Program details and a list of papers and posters for each session
and details of the Border Rivers Excursion and social functions
of the Riversymposium, 5th International River Management Symposium
(September 3-6, 2002, Brisbane, Australia) are now available
on-line at: www.riverfestival.com.au/symposium
 Important
Prize:
King Hassan II Great World
Water Prize
The Prize is to be awarded every three years on the occasion
of the World Water Forum, to a person, group of people, institute or organization,
in honour of their outstanding achievements in scientific, economic, technical,
environmental, social, institutional, cultural and political aspects of water
resources development and management. The Prize will comprise a certificate, a
trophy and a sum equivalent to US$ 100,000 generously provided by the government
of the Kingdom of Morocco.
IAHR has been invited to nominate a candidate
for this prize. IAHR members
are invited to send suggestions for nominations
by October 1st, 2002 to Dr. Christopher George at christopher.george@iahr.org
Website:
www.worldwatercouncil.org/water_prize.shtml
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News: New Journal of River Basin Management
COMING UP SOON!!!
Coinciding with the World Water Forum in Kyoto, Japan
(March 2003), the IAHR will launch a major peer-reviewed Journal for practitioners
and researchers engaged in the science, management, planning and policy analysis
of rivers and floodplains. For further information, please visit the on-line announcement
at:
www.iahr.org/jrbm
Proceedings of the XXIX IAHR Biennial Congress
NOW ON-LINE!!!
All the papers presented at the XXIX IAHR Biennial Congress
(September 16-21, 2001, Beijing, China) are now available on-line in our e-Library. Membership
Directory 2002
The IAHR Membership Directory 2002 is being finalised. The
Directory offers a unique opportunity to advertise worldwide in a highly valued
directory that is distributed amongst all the members of the association. For
this purpose, we have designed a special package that will allow the advertisers
to take advantage of an integrated and effective marketing opportunity at a very
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Questionnaire on PIANC Working Group Reports
PIANC
is seeking feedback on the value to coastal and port engineers of its Working
Group reports. A questionnaire is available at:
www.waterbouw.tudelft.nl/public/pianc/pianc.html
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Information on alluvial processes
I am engaged
in teaching and research in fluvial dynamics, and I would like to collect and
exchange information on application of chaos, fractals geometry, self-organisation
and other non-linear theories in understanding the mechanism of alluvial processes
.
Following topics and information are welcome:
1. thermodynamic understanding
of origin of river networks configuration .
2. the relationship between fractal
structures and energy dissipation rate for
river system;
3. nonlinear mechanism
for alluvial river evolution from straight to meandering;
4. origin of braiding
river;
5. 3-D measurement for fractal inner structure of cohesive sediment
flow
Prof. Yang Tiesheng,
Dept. of Hydraulic Engineering, Tsinghua University,
Beijing, China
E-mail: yangts@mail.tsinghua.edu.cn
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the 'Conferences Listing' under the 'Newsweb' area of the IAHR Website: http://www.iahr.org |
| International
Workshop on Palaeofloods, Historical Data and Climatic Variability: Applications
in Flood Risk Assessment
October 16-19, 2002, Barcelona, Spain
E-mail:
varyl@ccma.csic.es
Website:
www.ccma.csic.es/dpts/suelos/hidro/phefra/
NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Urban
Water Management: Science, Technology and Service Delivery
October 16-20, 2002,
Sophia, Bulgaria
Websites: www.nato.int/science
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on Science, Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Development
(a parallel
event to the World Summit on Sustainable Development, Johannesburg, South Africa,
August 26-September 4, 2002)
E-mail: ddutoit@dacst5pwv.gov.za
Website
of the WWSD: www.johannesburgsummit.org/ Hydrology
Forecast based on Physics
Continuing Professional Development Course
January
13-25, 2003, Moscow, Russia
E-mail: hydroforecast@yandex.ru
Website:
www.iahr.org/newsweb
under 'Conferences Listing' |
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Dam Safety Evaluation - Proceedings of the 3rd International
Conference, Panaji (Goa), India, 11-14 December 2001
By S.P. Kaushish,
and M. Gopalakrishnan
Publisher: Balkema; ISBN: 90 5809 262 3; Price: €
197; Publication Date: June 2002
Topics covered: Importance of dam safety;
Data review, investigation and analysis; Hydrologic safety, flood estimation and
automation of flood warning system; Instrumentation, monitoring systems in new
as well as existing dams; Seismic aspects; Design and construction innovation;
Numerical analysis; Risk analysis, dam-break studies; Emergency action plan; Lessons
from incidents and failures; Rehabilitation and upgrading of existing dams - Use
of RCC; Foundations - Problems and solutions; Control structures - Gates etc.;
Isotope techniques in seepage evaluation; Commuting paper; Additional papers.
Website:
balkema.ima.nl/Scripts/cgiBalkema.exe/new Control
of water pollution from construction sites - guide to good practice
By
E. Murnane et al.
Publisher: CIRIA Publications; ISBN: 0 86017 807 2; Price:
UK£ 180; Publication date: 2002
Good water management is a key factor
in ensuring the sustainability of any construction site. The aim of these training
materials is to inform construction site staff about protecting the water environment
and thus reduce the number of pollution incidents. This will provide cost benefits
for the construction industry, improved environmental awareness and sustainability
at construction sites. This pack summarises best practice and can be used by any
size of company.
Website: www.ciria.org.uk/acatalog/CIRIA_Publications_SP156_549.html
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Dictionary of Water and Waste Management
By
Paul Smith
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; ISBN: 0750646381; Price: UK£
35; Publication date: March 2002
The first edition of the Dictionary of
Waste and Water Treatment was published in 1981 and was aimed at treatment and
treatment design. Over the last 20 years, areas such as air pollution control,
solid waste management, hazardous waste management, pipeline management (leakage
control, pipeline and sewer renewal) and environmental management systems have
all become increasingly important. To reflect this shift, this completely revised
and updated edition now covers water and waste management as well as treatment.
For
further information, click
here Introduction to Hydrogeology
By
J.C. Nonner
Publisher: Balkema; ISBN: 90 2651 869 2 Price: € 79; Publication
Date: July 2002
Groundwater is one of the most important resources of the
world. This textbook gives an introduction to this topic. It covers all major
fields in hydrogeology and includes outlines on the occurrance of groundwater
in various rock types, the movement and storage of groundwater, the formulation
of groundwater balances, and the development of groundwater chemistry. The practical
application of hydrogeology for groundwater development is worked out in the last
chapter. A unique systems approach has been followed to describe and connect the
various elements contained in this book. In addition, a large selection of examples
of groundwater cases from various parts of the world is taken up in the text.
The theoretical parts and the examples are illustrated with a large number of
drawings, photo's and computer printouts.
This book can be used for education
in hydrogeology at post-graduate and graduate level. It is not only meant as formal
training for future hydrogeologists, but can also be considered as study material
or a reference book for other professionals and decision makers involved in water
or water related activities.
Website: balkema.ima.nl/Scripts/cgiBalkema.exe/new |
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New e-journal on Data Science
CODATA,
the Committee on Data for Science and Technology of the International Council
for Science, ICSU, has launched the first issue of its new free electronic journal
"Data Science Journal". It can be viewed now at www.datasciencejournal.org
The editorial board welcomes papers that fit
within the scope of the journal for publishing consideration. More detailed information
on the scope and prospectus of the Journal can be found at www.datasciencejournal.org
E-mail:
codata@qub.ac.uk Interactive
Engineering Forums
Boss International has several interactive engineering
forums for hydraulic engineers at www.bossintl.com/forums/forums.html | New
Water Research Website By National Pure Water Association, UK
The
UK based National Pure Water Association has recently posted a comprehensive,
user friendly Water Research website: www.npwa.freeserve.co.uk/H2O.html
The purpose of this page is to provide a range of information collected from
Government, academic and other research sites to journalists and those interested
in learning more about water and its impact on health and the environment - and
to encourage further inquiry into this fascinating subject. Greek
dam stepped spillway
A new website on the
1885 Gold Creek dam and its 1890 historical stepped spillway system has been set
up at: www.uq.edu.au/~e2hchans/gold_crk.html
(Click PROCEED when arriving to the UQ Web Resources / Staff Web Page)
The
stepped spillway is the first use (ever in the world) of non reinforced concrete
for a stepped cascade, and the precursor of modern RCC dam spillway. Its continuous
and successful operation for more than a century demonstrates the sound design.
The website details the historical significance of the dam spillway, present a
large collection of photographs, including overflow events. |
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New side-looking doppler current meter
Sontek
has launched a new long range current meter able to collect data over a 120m range.
Website:
www.sontek.com/product/asl/asl500ov.htm |
Education
The AT&T Foundation supports
education programs that focus on the use of technology to enhance teaching and
learning. Through the AT&T Learning Network as well as Invitational Grants,
the AT&T Foundation concentrates on the role of technology in education and
its capacity to connect students, teachers, classrooms, institutions and communities.
Website:
www.att.com/foundation/guidelines.html
If
you have ideas for Continuing Education activities please contact the Chairman
of the IAHR Continuing Education Section Prof. Aronne Armanini at:
aronne.armanini@ing.unitin.it
or the Secretary Prof. Frank Molkenthin at: frank@bauinf.tu-cottbus.de
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Coastal/Estuarine Consultant, New Zealand
NIWA
(National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research) is a leading environmental
research institute and key provider of atmospheric, freshwater and marine research
and consultancy services in New Zealand (see NIWA's homepage www.niwa.cri.nz).
A position exists, based at our Hamilton office (130 staff), to work in a team
undertaking coastal and estuarine research and providing consultancy services.
The position involves taking a leading role in the team's coastal and estuarine
consultancy activities, which include providing advice on ocean outfalls, dredging,
ecological risk assessment, port/marina development, sedimentation, beach erosion,
coastal hazard assessment, water quality, marine farms. This will involve initiating,
leading and engaging in consulting activities, managing client liaison, coordinating
staff, ensuring high-quality outputs, developing new services, organising tenders
and bids, developing a strategic approach to marketing and business development,
overseeing project management, and developing links between research and consulting.
Closing
date: July 15, 2002
For further information, please contact Sue Shaw at: s.shaw@niwa.cri.nz
Graduate Research Assistantships, University of New Hampshire, USA
The
University of New Hampshire has two M.S. level research assistantships available
beginning September, 2002. Both positions will focus on aspects of contaminated
sediment remediation and stabilization for beneficial use projects. Specifically,
one position will involve characterizing the mechanical properties of sediment
before and after it is treated. The other position will investigate the availability
of contaminants after treatment. The research will be carried out at the Center
for Contaminated Sediment Research, located at the Durham campus of the University
of New Hampshire. Funding is provided by the Cooperative Institute for Coastal
and Estuarine Environmental Technology (CICEET).
Contact Jeff Melton at: jmelton@rmrc.unh.edu
or Kevin Gardner at: kevin.gardner@rmrc.unh.edu Research
Post in Wetland Hydrology and Modelling, University College London, UK
The
Department of Geography, University College London is currently in contract negotiations
with the European Union for a research project under the INCO-Med scheme of the
Framework V programme. The project focuses on environmental monitoring and modelling
of coastal lagoons in Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt. It is jointly led by the Department
of Geography's Wetland Research Unit (Dr J.R. Thompson) and Environmental Change
Research Centre (Drs R. Flower and S. Patrick) and involves partners in each North
African country as well as DHI-Water and Environment, Denmark. The Department
of Geography is currently seeking expressions of interest in a research post associated
with this project.
Contact Dr. Julian Thompson at j.thompson@geog.ucl.ac.uk
or Dr Roger Flower at r.flower@geog.ucl.ac.uk
Lecturers in Infrastructure, University
of Nottingham, UK
Applications are invited for the above posts. The successful
candidates will facilitate research in their fields of expertise and contribute
to teaching at MEng and MSc level, where there are particular requirements in
hydraulics, construction management and transport studies. The School operates
three strong research divisions and these posts are intended to strengthen one
of these, the newly established Nottingham Centre for Infrastructure as it expands
its programme and links with the construction industry. Research collaboration
with the other divisions is also encouraged.
Closing date: 15 July 2002
Contact
Prof. S. F. Brown at: Stephen.Brown@Nottingham.ac.uk
Website:
www.nottingham.ac.uk/personnel/vacancies/academic.html#RUB/462E
Team
leader for project in Thailand
Agriconsulting S.p.A. of Rome, Italy ( www.agriconsulting.it
) has been short listed for the Coastal Habitat and Resources Management Project
in Thailand and it is looking for a suitable Team Leader. The Team Leader must
be a European Union citizen. This is a five year project and it should start in
October this year. The company proposal has to be submitted by July 22 and we
should know if we have been selected by September.
The applicants must have
a University degree in environmental studies or natural resources management,
with post-graduate degree in public administration, general management and logistical
support. A minimum of 10 years experience in developing countries, preferably
in S.E. Asia combined with relevant experience in Europe is also required.
Contact
Steve Lynch at s.lynch@agriconsulting.it PhD
Schorarships available
PhD positions are available
within the doctoral programme in Water engineering at the Politecnico di Milano,
Italy (http://www.polimi.it).
The programme lasts 3 years, and includes classes in Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulics
and Hydrology. Research projects in River Mechanics, Surface and Groundwater Hydrology,
Water Resources Management and Planning, and Coastal Engineering are available
under the supervision of professors of the I.I.A.R Department . Applicants from
the fields of hydraulic and environmental engineering/science, hydrogeology, hydromechanics,
physics and mathematics are encouraged to apply. For further information please
contact Prof. Renzo Rosso at renzo.rosso@polimi.it
or Prof. Alberto Guadagnini at
alberto.guadagnini@polimi.it |
Post Doc position, National University of Ireland,
Ireland
A Post Doc position is available at The Martin Ryan Institute of
Marine Science, National University of Ireland, Galway. We have recently secured
national research funding of over €19 million to develop capability and support
a 3 year research programme. As part of this initiative I require a Post doc for
a 3 year period to become involved in the Project MSR 3.3 'Marine Geographic Information
and High Performance Computing'. The main focus of research for this person is
the development of hydrodynamic models off the west coast of Ireland in deep waters.
These 3-D baroclinic/barotrophic models will be developed on the University's
supercomputers and have web-based access for other researchers.
The starting
date is expected to be early/mid September 2002.
Website: seaweed.nuigalway.ie/mri/Recruit.%20ad.%20FINAL%2009Mar02.doc Florida
Department of Environmental Protection, USA
The Florida Department of Environmental
Protection is seeking applicants for an Engineer III position in the Coastal Data
and Analysis Section of the Bureau of Beaches and Wetland Resources. B.S. degree
in engineering is required; an M.S. degree in coastal engineering and/or experience
and knowledge in coastal engineering/science is preferred.
Website: www.dep.state.fl.us/secretary/joa/default.htm
Research Associate in Fluid Mechanics,
University of Cambridge, UK
A position exists for a Post-doctoral Research
Associate to experimentally study the stability and transition of boundary layers
on rotating cones. The aim of the project is to study the stability of flow around
rotating cones and the transition to turbulence of the boundary layers. The successful
candidate will have a PhD in experimental fluid mechanics and experience in using
and calibrating hot-wire anemometers and pitot tubes for experimental measurements
and experience in the acquisition and analysis of phase-averaged measurements.
Closing
date: July 12, 2002
Website: jobs.ac.uk/jobfiles/TC589.html Senior
Engineer positions, Irvine and Oakland, USA
Anchor Environmental, L.L.C.
is an environmental engineering and science consulting firm with expertise and
focus in aquatic-based remediation and waterfront development projects. Anchor
is currently seeking to fill full-time Senior Engineer positions in our Irvine
and Oakland offices. The position requires minimum 6 to 10 years of experience
plus a Masters level education in civil, geotechnical or waterway engineering.
The candidate will be responsible for managing projects as well as developing
work opportunities. Understanding and experience with contaminated sediments,
dredging and disposal projects, seismic assessment, as well as familiarity with
aquatic-based regulations and permits are a benefit. Strong written and verbal
communication skills are a must.
Website: www.anchorenv.com/employment.htm
Coastal
researcher, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA
The Department of
Civil Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is seeking a post-doctoral researcher
or research scientist to work in coastal processes/coastal engineering modelling
with Prof. Robert A. Dalrymple in the new Coastal Engineering Laboratory. The
candidate must have a Ph.D. in engineering or science with a specialty in coastal-related
research. Numerical modelling experience necessary; physical modelling experience
desirable. Areas of expertise sought: coastal hydrodynamics, sediment transport,
numerical methods, and turbulence. Please submit a resume and the names of three
references (tel. and email address as well) to: Prof. Robert A. Dalrymple, Department
of Civil Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, 3400 N. Charles Street, Baltimore,
MD 21218. Associate Professor in Physical
Geography/Coastal Morphodynamics, The Netherlands
The Institute for Marine
and Atmospheric Research Utrecht (IMAU), Faculty of Geographical Sciences, department
of Physical Geography, Utrecht University (The Netherlands) is looking for an
Associate Professor in Physical Geography/Coastal Morphodynamics. This position
is part of the section "Processes of Physical Geography" of the Faculty
of Geographical Sciences, that focuses on the morphodynamics of coastal, estuarine
and fluvial systems at different temporal and spatial scales. The tasks involve
research and teaching as well as management duties within the Department of Physical
Geography. The teaching activities are related to both the Bachelor and Masters'
programmes in Physical Geography and include general courses as well as more specialiased
subjects. We are looking for a candidate with a PhD in Physical Geography, Physical
Oceanography, Civil Engineering, Marine Geology or related sciences. The post
requires a scientist which has proven skills in the field of data assimilation
techniques by making use of field measurements, remote sensing data and (numerical)
models for coastal behaviour.
Closing date for applications: 1 August 2002.
For
additional information you can contact the chairman of the selection committee,
Prof. Dr. P. Hoekstra at p.hoekstra@geog.uu.nl
or
the secretary ir. B.T. Grasmeijer at b.grasmeijer@geog.uu.nl
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