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Enhancing Karst Spring Discharge Simulation Through a Hybrid XGBoost–BiLSTM Machine Learning Framework
A new research article published in highly ranked Q1 journal by our researchers, Dr. Mohamed Hamdy Eid, Dr. Attila Kovács, and Professor Péter Szűcs, in Q1 journal (Water). The article, titled “Enhancing Karst Spring Discharge Simulation Through a Hybrid XGBoost–BiLSTM Machine Learning Framework,” addresses a critical challenge in sustainable water resource management: the accurate simulation of karst spring discharge.
Investigation of grapevine vegetation status using remote sensing data
Continuous monitoring of the health status of vineyards is essential for gaining a deeper understanding of plant physiological processes and for optimizing agricultural management practices.
Researchers from the HUN-REN ATK Institute for Soil Sciences studied the development of vegetation health indices at three research sites within a small catchment area in the Balaton Uplands.
Soil hydrologic groups map – in service of environmental modelling and applications
Researchers with the lead of the Institute for Soil Sciences, HUN-REN Centre for Agricultural Research developed a high-resolution national “soil hydrologic groups” map for Hungary by integrating data-driven clustering with expert rules.
A novel hydrogeophysical framework for developing conceptual site models and simulating groundwater flow conditions in heterogeneous aquifer systems
As part of the Sustainable Development and Technologies Program, this study bridges the gap in groundwater management for data-scarce regions. By integrating the classic Csókás method with modern machine learning, we provide reliable flow models to support sustainable decision-making in complex geological environments.
Groundbreaking Research on Aquifer Characterization and Salinization in Siwa Oasis Published in Geoscience Frontiers
A new research article published in highly ranked D1 journal “Geoscience Frontiers” demonstrates how advanced machine learning and geophysical techniques can revolutionize our understanding of groundwater systems in arid environments.
Hyperparameter inversion of engineering geophysical sounding logs for improved characterization of unsaturated porous media
A hyperparameter estimation-based inversion approach for evaluating shallow unsaturated formations is presented. Natural gamma ray intensity, bulk density, neutron porosity, and electrical resistivity borehole logs measured by direct-push probes are jointly inverted for estimating clay and sand volume, air and water content. The inversion algorithm is enhanced through the preliminary application of factor analysis.
Deep Learning-Based Probabilistic Forecasting of Groundwater Storage Dynamics in Sudan Using Multisource Remote Sensing and Geophysical Data
Sudan, where groundwater is the most dependable source of freshwater, faces severe challenges due to limited monitoring infrastructure, high dependence on aquifers, and the growing impacts of climate variability and human demand.
Hungarian reseachers in the “Air quality model evaluation international initiative 4” (AQMEII4) program
In the summer of 2025, a study was published in the Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics (D1) journal, aimed at comparing and evaluating the description of ozone dry deposition, as well as the individual component processes, in atmospheric chemistry models.
Physicochemical and microbial characteristics of medicinal groundwater at Sobranecké Spa, a Slovakian heritage site: Implications for balneotherapy
Slovakia is rich in balneological traditions, where numerous mineral springs have been historically used for therapeutic purposes. The Sobranecké Spa (“Salus per Aquam”) holds a remarkable history dating back to 1336 and is recognized as a Slovakian heritage site for its cultural and historical significance. The healing properties of its mineral-rich waters were first documented in the chronicle of Count Sztáray, where they were described as “Salt healing wells”.
International Team Reveals Critical Health Risks in Polish Spring Waters
Researchers from the University of Miskolc’s Institute of Environmental Management, leading an international collaboration with Poland, have published a pioneering study on spring water quality in southern Poland in a prestigious Q1 journal.