Hydrological Extremes and Adaptation: Judit Mádlné Szőnyi's Lecture at the Scientific Research Day

On November 29, 2024, Eötvös Loránd University held its traditional celebratory event for the tenth time as part of the Scientific Research Day. The event was opened by academician László Borhy, Rector of ELTE, who provided an overview of the university's annual and decade-long scientific activities. Following this, three distinguished researchers from the university gave presentations: Renáta Németh, Tamás Magyarics, and Judit Mádl-Szőnyi, scientific coordinator of ClimEx-PE project. 

Judit's lecture focused on mitigating the consequences of extreme hydrological events such as floods and droughts. She emphasized the importance of groundwater reservoirs, which can mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events. The presentation highlighted the significance of linking regional hydrogeological processes with groundwater recharge and introduced new, nature-based approaches, such as the application of the NaBa-MAR® ELTE innovation. She stressed the necessity of active societal involvement through educational programs and community engagement. The lecture also addressed the challenges of the 21st century, the flash flood in Valencia, and the adaptation research conducted within the ClimEx-PE project. She highlighted the research conducted at the Spanish pilot site (La Muga River Basin) and discussed the assessment of societal knowledge and opinion systems. 

Judit's insights significantly contribute to the success of the ClimEx-PE project by providing innovative solutions and emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches. The work in the project not only advances our understanding of hydrological extremes but also promotes sustainable water management practices that are crucial for adapting to the challenges posed by climate change. 

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