IAHS News

HSJ Special Issue on Hydrological Data: Opportunities and Barriers submission extended

We confirm that the submission deadline for the Hydrological Sciences Journal Special Issue on 'Hydrological Data: Opportunities and Barriers' has been extended to 31st March 2019.


Data issues were, are, and will remain a core component of the hydrological sciences.  Their character and influence on the way the discipline is practiced may vary through time, but their intrinsic role in understanding and managing water resources, as well as in developing sound water policies dictates their continuing importance.  Whereas the primary data issues during much of the twentieth century focused on establishing and maintaining in situ observing networks to provide a sound basis for understanding and predicting the quantity and quality of the resource, both on the surface and in the ground, today’s concern encompasses a much broader suite of problems. 

To elevate and expand the discussion of the critical role of data in all aspects of the hydrological sciences, a Special Issue of the Hydrological Sciences Journal entitled “Hydrological Data: Opportunities and Barriers” is being planned for publication.  Articles are currently being sought on all aspects of data in hydrology; from traditional concerns related to networks to more contemporary thinking about simple, low cost innovations in instrumentation, data management and exchange protocols, and big data, as in large-scale multi-model ensembles spanning long time periods.  Numerous emerging activities and topics provide a substantial source of potential contributions.

We strongly encourage potential authors to contact first the Managing Guest Editor, Christophe Cudennec to inquire about the suitability of their manuscript and about any innovative concept.

Full details of the special issue can be found on the Taylor & Francis website at:

http://explore.tandfonline.com/cfp/est/hydrological-science-data?utm_source=CPB&utm_medium=cms&utm_campaign=JMR05075

 

27th IUGG General Assembly Announcement

"Beyond 100: The next century in Earth and Space Science"

The 27th IUGG General Assembly will be held July 8-18, 2019 at the Palais des Congrès in Montréal, Québec, Canada. This is a special opportunity for participants from around the world to come together and share their science and culture. 2019 marks the 100th anniversary of IUGG; we will look back on the accomplishments of the previous century of Earth and space science research, and forward to the next century of scientific advancement. Join us for a host of scientific activities, including special public lectures, keynote Union lectures and a wide variety of themed sessions.

Abstract submission, online registration and accommodation reservation are all now open on the website: http://iugg2019montreal.com/.

The IAHS programme will be over the first half of the Assembly ie 9-14 July 2019.

Details of the IAHS symposia can be found here:

IAHS stand alone symposia - http://iugg2019montreal.com/h.html

Inter-Association symposia:

IAGA, IACS, IAG, IAHS, IAMAS, IAPSO, IASPEI, IAVCEI - http://iugg2019montreal.com/ja.html
IACS, IAHS, IAMAS, IAPSO, IAVCEI, IAPSO - http://iugg2019montreal.com/jc.html
IAHS, IAMAS, IAG
- http://iugg2019montreal.com/jh.html
IAMAS, IAHS, IACS - http://iugg2019montreal.com/jm.html
IAPSO, IACS, IAGA, IAHS, IAMAS, IAG, IASPEI, IAVCEI -http://iugg2019montreal.com/jp.html
IASPEI, IACS, IAG, IAHS - http://iugg2019montreal.com/js.html

We look forward to welcoming you to Montréal in 2019. Please sign up on the main web page if you would like to receive newsletters and updates for the conference.
 

Quick links:

Program overview and symposia details: http://iugg2019montreal.com/iugg-program.html
Registration and housing reservation: http://iugg2019montreal.com/register.html
Abstract submission: http://iugg2019montreal.com/abstract-submission.html
Submission of a travel grant application http://iugg2019montreal.com/travel-grant.html

For additional information, please contact [email protected]

2019 MOXXI, CandHy, WMO HydroHub, and CUAHSI Joint Conference

Innovation in Hydrometry: Overcoming barriers to operationalization

The MOXXI 2019 International Conference will be hosted at New York University (Kimmel Center, 60 Washington Sq. South Suite 605, New York, NY 10012) from March 11th to 13th in collaboration with the Citizen AND Hydrology (CandHy) working group of IAHS, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) HydroHub, and the Consortium of Universities for the Advancement of Hydrologic Science, Inc. (CUAHSI).

The conference aims to bring together different researchers, users, and instrumentation developers to discuss how to overcome the barriers to the advancement of hydrological observations and to the operationalization of innovative hydrometric technologies and monitoring approaches. The event will provide a forum for sharing the latest developments in fields such as sensor technology, information systems, participatory monitoring and consideration of the key challenges faced by those delivering operational hydrometric monitoring services in the public and private sector.

The conference welcomes contributions from practitioners, innovators, data managers and assimilators, as well as researchers in hydrology and other fields. Contributions by experts from National Meteorological and Hydrological Services are particularly welcome.

Further information is available on the IAHS MOXXI page: https://iahs.info/Commissions--W-Groups/Working-Groups/MOXXI/Information/MOXXI-2019.do

IAHS launch new travel award

IAHS are pleased to announce the launch of the new SYSTA Sivapalan Young Scientists Travel Award / Bourse de voyage pour jeunes scientifiques.

SYSTA awards are available to eligible early career scientists attending IAHS events and who grew up and now reside in a financially disadvantaged country. Typically IAHS intends to make around 20 awards per year.

The first IAHS meeting for which SYSTA support is available will be the 27th IUGG Assembly in July 2019 in Montreal, Canada. The deadline for applications for support for the 2019 IUGG Assembly is Tuesday 13 November 2018 at 12 noon GMT.

Applications can be made in English or French.

The award will be limited to a maximum of €2000 per individual covering registration fee, visa fee (if necessary), accommodation and transport.

Full details of the award and the application procedure can be found at https://iahs.info/About-IAHS/SYSTA.do

IAHS signs new Memoranda of Understanding

The International Association of Hydrological Sciences (IAHS) is pleased to announce the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with both The Hydrology Section of the American Geophysical Union (AGU) and The Hydrological Sciences Division of the European Geosciences Union (EGU).

The agreements recognise that a closer relationship between the organisations can foster international exchange in hydrological research and learning and promote international opporunties in hydrology for members.

The organisations will promote the following activities:

- an exchange of information and possible co-organization or reciprocal support to research initiatives and programs;
- an exchange of information and possible co-organization of scientific conferences and workshops;
- an exchange of information and possible joint activities concerning educational opportunities, student programs, and professional services;
- an expansion of membership of both organizations through networking activities and possible joint programs.

Full information is available in the attached memoranda.


IAHS-AGU MOU

IAHS-EGU MOU

These agreements build on the success of the cooperation in southern Africa with WaterNet https://iahs.info/News/News-Archive/2016-News.do?news_id=164

Second Call for Papers - 3rd IAHS Panta Rhei Conference

The 3rd IAHS Panta Rhei Conference will take place in Harare, Zimbabwe from 25-27th October 2018. Abstract submission and registration are now open.

Delegates are invited from the entire global community with interest in sharing experiences on hydrological contribution to societal well-being with particular focus on developing countries. Relevant papers and posters are invited from the entire IAHS community for the conference entitled 'International Conference on Enhanced Hydrological Understanding for a Better Society'.

The Conference has been designed to cover four topical themes – Water secure cities, water-food-energy nexus, adaptive water governance and hydrological uncertainty.

KEY TIMELINES

30 July 2018 First announcement of conference information
21 August 2018 Second announcement of conference information
31 August 2018 Deadline for receiving abstracts
Deadline for receiving registration forms
15 September 2018 Last announcement with detailed conference information
25-26 October 2018 Workshop
27 October 2018 Field trip

Conference Information and Registration Form

STAHY 2018 Spring School

Dear colleagues,

Thank you for your interest in STAHY-2018 in Adelaide Australia.

As noted on the website, we are planning to hold a Spring School in association with the STAHY workshop.

We plan for the Spring School to take place over 2 days, on the campus of the University of Adelaide (in the Adelaide city centre). The following broad themes will be covered:
Day 1 - Model development and calibration in hydrology
Day 2 - Uncertainty estimation in hydrological modelling

The lectures will be delivered in an informal settings to encourage interaction and discussion, and will be delivered by Mark Thyer, David McInerney and Dmitri Kavetski. 

The technical level will best suit research students (Masters and PhDs), as well as industry colleagues interested in research approaches.

In order to better understand person’s availability / level of interest, and help us optimise the schedule, could you please indicate your broad availability using the following Doodle poll https://doodle.com/poll/vb3crc9dtvxakt4k

Note that the Spring School will have a fee of AUD 100 in order to cover the basic running costs. This fee is separate from the STAHY registration fee, which covers the 3 STAHY workshop days (24-26 Sept).

For more information, or to keep up to date with STAHY 2018, visit https://www.stahy2018.org/

Kind regards,
Dmitri Kavetski and Mark Thyer,
on behalf of the local organising committee

Call for Papers - 3rd IAHS Panta Rhei Conference

We are thrilled to invite you to the 3rd IAHS Panta Rhei Conference in Harare, Zimbabwe from 25-27th October 2018. Abstract submission and registration are now open.

Delegates are invited from the entire global community with interest in sharing experiences on hydrological contribution to societal well-being with particular focus on developing countries. Relevant papers and posters are invited from the entire IAHS community for the conference entitled 'International Conference on Enhanced Hydrological Understanding for a Better Society'.

The Conference has been designed to cover four topical themes – Water secure cities, water-food-energy nexus, adaptive water governance and hydrological uncertainty.

KEY TIMELINES

30 July 2018 First announcement of conference information
21 August 2018 Second announcement of conference information
31 August 2018 Deadline for receiving abstracts
Deadline for receiving registration forms
15 September 2018 Last announcement with detailed conference information
25-26 October 2018 Workshop
27 October 2018 Field trip

Conference Information and Registration Form

STAHY 2018 Call For Abstracts

A final friendly reminder that the abstract submission deadline is fast approaching for the STAHY 2018 workshop in Adelaide, Australia, on 24-26 September 2018. Please submit by the deadline, 22 July 2018. All abstracts are welcome and should conform to the required format and be uploaded to the online submission system.

STAHY is an international workshop on statistical hydrology under the auspices of the International Association of Hydrological Sciences (IAHS).The themes of the workshop are: 

  • Modelling of hydrological and hydro-meteorological events
  • Advances in hydrological forecasting and data series analysis
  • New insights into flood frequency analysis and risk assessment
  • New insights into arid and semi-arid hydrology


We are also pleased to announce a tremendous set of invited speakers:

  • Prof George Kuczera, University of Newcastle, Australia
  • Prof Andras Bardossy, University of Stuttgart, Germany
  • Prof Nagesh Kumar, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), India
  • Prof Neil McIntyre, University of Queensland, Australia
  • Prof Taha Ouarda, National Institute of Scientific Research (INRS), Canada
  • Dr Alan Seed, Australian Bureau of Meteorology, Australia


For more information or to keep up to date with STAHY 2018 please visit https://www.stahy2018.org

We look forward to hearing from you!
 
Best regards,
Dmitri Kavetski on behalf of the local organising committee

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