Where should hydrology go? An early-career perspective on the next IAHS Scientific Decade: 2023–2032

Journal article (2023)

Authors

Theresa C. van Hateren Wageningen University & Research, Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology
Harro J. Jongen Wageningen University & Research
Hadeel Al-Zawaidah Wageningen University & Research
J. G.W. Beemster Wageningen University & Research
J. Boekee Water Resources - CEG
J.P.M. Aerts Hydraulic Engineering
David Agoungbome Water Resources - CEG
S.M. Meshram Water Resources - CEG
B. Walraven Water Resources - CEG
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Research Group
Water Resources (CEG) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2023 Theresa C. van Hateren, Harro J. Jongen, Hadeel Al-Zawaidah, Joris G.W. Beemster, J. Boekee, J.P.M. Aerts, David Agoungbome, S.M. Meshram, B. Walraven, More Authors
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/02626667.2023.2170754
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Published Date

2023

Language

English

Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Department

Water Management

Research Group

Water Resources

Abstract

This paper shares an early-career perspective on potential themes for the upcoming International Association of Hydrological Sciences (IAHS) Scientific Decade (SD). This opinion paper synthesizes six discussion sessions in western Europe identifying three themes that all offer a different perspective on the hydrological threats the world faces and could serve to direct the broader hydrological community: “Tipping points and thresholds in hydrology,” “Intensification of the water cycle,” and “Water services under pressure.” Additionally, four trends were distinguished concerning the way in which hydrological research is conducted: big data, bridging science and practice, open science, and inter- and multidisciplinarity. These themes and trends will provide valuable input for future discussions on the theme for the next IAHS SD. We encourage other early-career scientists to voice their opinion by organizing their own discussion sessions and commenting on this paper to make this initiative grow from a regional initiative to a global movement.