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Dr. Michele Lancia
1. Faculty of Engineering, Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo, China
2. Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, China
Groundwater Engineering Research Centre, Hydraulics and Environmental Protection Department, Bucharest, Romania

Advances in Groundwater Science and Engineering

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31 March 2026
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31 May 2026
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Dear Colleagues,

This topic focuses on cutting-edge research and key issues in the field of groundwater science and engineering, covering a wide range of subjects in depth.

In terms of groundwater pollution, the topic delves deeply into the migration and transformation mechanisms of various pollutants in groundwater, including organic pollutants and heavy metals. It introduces advanced monitoring technologies and simulation methods, providing theoretical support for the precise assessment and effective governance of pollution. Regarding groundwater resource management, the topic emphasizes the importance of sustainability, analyzes the supply-and-demand balance of water resources in different regions, and proposes water resource optimization allocation strategies based on ecological protection. The topic also pays attention to the relationship between groundwater and geological structures, studying the occurrence characteristics and flow patterns of groundwater under different geological conditions and providing important references for geological exploration and engineering construction. Additionally, in terms of the interaction between groundwater and the ecosystem, it reveals the impact of groundwater changes on ecosystem functions and species diversity, providing a basis for ecological protection and restoration.

In conclusion, the topic brings together the latest research results and practical experiences, providing valuable knowledge and ideas for the development of groundwater science and engineering, and helping to promote further innovation and application in this field.

Dr. Michele Lancia
Prof. Dr. C. Radu Gogu
Topic Editors

Keywords

  • hydrogeology
  • water balance
  • groundwater–infrastructure interaction
  • groundwater modelling
  • groundwater quality
  • groundwater resources
  • human impact
  • contaminants
  • environmental health

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Energies
energies
3.0 6.2 2008 16.8 Days CHF 2600 Submit
Geosciences
geosciences
2.4 5.3 2011 23.5 Days CHF 1800 Submit
Hydrology
hydrology
3.1 4.9 2014 15.3 Days CHF 1800 Submit
Sustainability
sustainability
3.3 6.8 2009 19.7 Days CHF 2400 Submit
Water
water
3.0 5.8 2009 17.5 Days CHF 2600 Submit
Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
jmse
2.7 4.4 2013 16.4 Days CHF 2600 Submit

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Triangular Fuzzy Finite Element Solution for Drought Flow of Horizontal Unconfined Aquifers
by Christos Tzimopoulos, Nikiforos Samarinas, Kyriakos Papadopoulos and Christos Evangelides
Hydrology 2025, 12(6), 128; https://doi.org/10.3390/hydrology12060128 - 23 May 2025
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In this paper, a novel approximate triangular fuzzy finite element method (FEM) is proposed to solve the one-dimensional second-order unsteady nonlinear fuzzy partial differential Boussinesq equation. The physical problem concerns the case of the drought flow of a horizontal unconfined aquifer with a [...] Read more.
In this paper, a novel approximate triangular fuzzy finite element method (FEM) is proposed to solve the one-dimensional second-order unsteady nonlinear fuzzy partial differential Boussinesq equation. The physical problem concerns the case of the drought flow of a horizontal unconfined aquifer with a limited breath B and special boundary conditions: (a) at x = 0, the water level is equal to zero, and (b) at x = B, the flow rate is equal to zero due to the presence of an impermeable wall. The initial water table is assumed to be curvilinear, following the form of an inverse incomplete beta function. To account for uncertainties in the system, the hydraulic parameters—hydraulic conductivity (K) and porosity (S)—are treated as fuzzy variables, considering sources of imprecision such as measurement errors and human-induced uncertainties. The performance of the proposed fuzzy FEM scheme is compared with the previously developed orthogonal fuzzy FEM solution as well as with an analytical solution. The results are in close agreement with those of the other methods, with the mean error of the analytical solution found to be equal to 1.19·106. Furthermore, the possibility theory is applied and fuzzy estimators constructed, leading to strong probabilistic interpretations. These findings provide valuable insights into the hydraulic properties of unconfined aquifers, aiding engineers and water resource managers in making informed and efficient decisions for sustainable hydrological and environmental planning. Full article
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