Water Science Alliance โ Joining forces
The scientific expertise of German water research is excellent in individual areas, but in particular, the national networking and international visibility of the entire field of research are inadequate. The Water Science Alliance establishes structures that help to better utilise the existing potential of German water research in the development and processing of complex and interdisciplinary research topics within thematic alliances. The complementarity of the research institutions (major research institutions and universities) results in synergies from the joint use of infrastructures, observatories, and large-scale equipment, as well as the promotion of young scientists, in addition to the sharing of expertise.
Water-Monitoring-Prize
Advancement Award 2026
We are pleased to announce the ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ-๐ ๐ผ๐ป๐ถ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด-Prize from the Dr. Erich Ritter-Foundation in the Stifterverband! The prize is aimed at young researchers who are developing novel concepts, measurement methods, or modeling approaches for observing and evaluating hydrological processes, particularly at the aquatic-terrestrial interface.
The award ceremony will take place at the 16th Water Research Horizon Conference on September 14-15, 2026.
Application deadline: March 15, 2026
Water Science Alliance on LinkedIn
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WSA Career Navigator Grant Linking classic taxonomy and potential of genetic methods in dipterology
WSA Travel Grant for Lisa Wolany
Lisa Wolany (University of Duisburg-Essen) joined the Diptera Symposium in Bavaria with support from the WSA Career Navigator Grant. The exchange between classical taxonomy and genetic methods gave valuable input for her PhD on Diptera responses to extreme weather.
Learn moreStart of the new WSA Lecture Series 12.12.2024 - 01.00 PM
Challenges and prospects for managing urban water
Start of the new WSA Lecture Series
The WSA invites you to a special event on water research jointly organised with the Centre of Water and Environmental Research (ZWU) at the University of Duisburg-Essen. The programme opens with a keynote lecture by Prof. Dr. Christoph Donner (Berliner Wasserbetriebe) at 1:00 pm, accessible both on-site and via ZOOM. More program highlights and networking opportunities await on-site.
More information15th Water Research Horizon Conference Towards sustainable urban water cycles
Report on the 15th Water Research Horizon Conference
Urban water systems face mounting pressures from climate change and urbanization, demanding innovative, and interdisciplinary solutions. The 15th Water Research Horizon Conference brought together experts from diverse fields to explore sustainable urban water cycles, integrating nature-based solutions and fostering collaboration. This event underscored the vital role of interdisciplinary approaches in addressing water challenges and shaping resilient urban futures.
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