Earth Sciences Seminar: Dr. Daniel Gonzalez-Duque – From Mountains to Coasts: Groundwater dynamics and their impact on solute transport

ABSTRACT: Multiscale, nested flow systems are intrinsic to hydrologic systems across landscapes, driving the movement of water, energy, and solutes. Understanding these groundwater dynamics is essential for unravelling geological and biogeochemical processes within the subsurface Critical Zone. This talk explores how groundwater flow and transport models provide valuable insights into subsurface exchange processes across diverse landscapes. We will study these dynamics within mountains, river corridors, and coastal settings, emphasizing their critical implications for ecosystems, resource management, and human resilience.