Keywords:Groundwater, pollution, emerging pollutants, climate change, hydrogeological modelling.

Education of the Young Researcher:
2022: BSc, Monitoring of physical parameters by using the Arduino platform
2024: MSc, Hydrogeological properties of Kopački rit Nature Park

Content:

The aim of PhD research is to develop a numerical model that simulates groundwater flow dynamics and the transport of emerging pollutants in intergranular aquifer under the influence of conditions of climate change. The increasing prevalence of pollutants like pharmaceuticals in groundwater systems, along with the changing climate conditions, requires a deeper understanding of these interactions. The research focuses on the impact of climate change on groundwater recharge rates and flow patterns, assessing how pollutants behave within aquifers under various extreme climate-induced scenarios, such as floods and droughts. The model will predict pollutants distribution in groundwater by integrating climate projections and pollutant transport mechanisms, offering valuable insights into the risks posed by emerging pollutants. The outcomes of this research will inform sustainable groundwater management strategies and propose methods to mitigate pollution, addressing the growing challenges posed by climate change.