Karst aquifers are a special type of fractured rock aquifers (limestone, dolomite or magnesite) in which the water in the fractures has dissolved the relatively soft rock, thereby significantly increasing the size of the fractures. In some places, these solution cavities can be tens of metres wide and form underground cave systems.
Groundwater flow in karst aquifers is more concentrated and more rapid than in the other aquifer types. Obtaining a successful borehole supply depends on striking a large, well connected solution cavity system.
The Hydrogeology Group of the Geological Society of London will be hosting “The Karst and The Curious” conference dedicated to the unpredictable world of karstification.
The event will be held at The Geological Society, Burlington House, London on 27 February 2025.
It will be fantastic opportunity to enhance technical understanding of the groundwater flow movement within karstified aquifers, implications for water quality perspective, keeping up to date with the latest modelling developments on karst environment and exchange ideas for research projects.
Keynote speakers Prof John Gunn and Dr Lou Maurice.
There will be wine reception and break intervals for networking, as well as the 2024 Whitaker Medal award.
We are looking forward to receiving abstracts for oral presentations and posters by 9th December 2024 (<250 words). Please send abstract submissions to abstracts@hydrogroup.org.uk.
For further information or queries please contact a member of the convening committee Alex Crow (alexander.crow@mottmac.com), Alessandro Marsili (alessandro.marsili@affinitywater.co.uk).
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