Quarterly Journal of Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge in Geology and Hydrogeology.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Geotechnical Engineering:
Research on the mechanical properties of geological materials, stability analysis of structures, and the effects of geological conditions on engineering projects. - Hydrogeology:
Studies related to groundwater flow, aquifer characterization, and the impacts of human activities and climate change on water resources. - Environmental Geology:
Investigations into the effects of geological processes on the environment, including contamination, remediation strategies, and sustainable management of natural resources. - Natural Hazards and Risk Assessment:
Research focused on geohazards such as landslides, earthquakes, and flooding, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies. - Geostatistics and Modeling:
Application of statistical methods and modeling techniques to analyze geological and hydrogeological data for better predictions and decision-making. - Innovations in Geoscience:
Exploration of new methodologies, technologies, and materials that enhance the understanding and application of geoscience in engineering contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Change Impacts:
An increasing number of studies address the effects of climate change on geological and hydrogeological processes, including groundwater resource management and engineering resilience. - Sustainable Engineering Practices:
Research focusing on sustainable materials and methods in engineering geology, such as the use of recycled materials and eco-friendly stabilization techniques, is on the rise. - Advanced Modeling Techniques:
The emergence of sophisticated modeling approaches, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, is transforming how researchers analyze geological data and predict behavior. - Geothermal Energy Applications:
A growing interest in geothermal energy as a sustainable resource is evident, with more studies exploring its potential and the geological factors influencing its feasibility. - Integrated Water Resource Management:
There is a trend towards comprehensive studies that integrate hydrological, geological, and environmental perspectives for effective water resource management. - Geohazard Mitigation Strategies:
Research on innovative strategies for mitigating geohazards, particularly in urban environments, is becoming increasingly prominent, reflecting the need for resilient infrastructure.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Geotechnical Testing Methods:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies solely focused on conventional geotechnical testing methods, as more researchers turn to advanced technologies and computational techniques. - Static Models in Hydrogeology:
Research utilizing static models for groundwater flow and contaminant transport is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards dynamic and integrated modeling approaches. - Historical Geological Studies:
Papers focused on purely historical geological analyses without current applications or implications have decreased, as the journal emphasizes relevance to contemporary engineering challenges. - Single-Factor Risk Assessments:
The trend is moving away from assessments that consider singular factors in risk analysis towards more integrated approaches that account for multiple interacting variables. - Local Case Studies with Limited Scope:
There is less emphasis on localized case studies that do not provide broader insights or implications for the field, as the journal seeks to publish more globally relevant research.
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