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Advances in water security, and the work of the Hydraulics and Hydrology Research...

Advances in water security, and the work of the Hydraulics and Hydrology Research Group

The Civil Engineering students at the University of Cauca, who are part of the Hydraulics and Hydrology Research Group (GIHH) and the HydroInnovation Research Seedbed, had the opportunity to present their research at various events.

Felipe Agredo, professor in the Department of Hydraulics of the Faculty of Civil Engineering, and student Dayanna Jiménez, in collaboration with biologist Gustavo Pisso from Colombia’s National Natural Parks, presented the research project “Study and Characterization of Runoff Coefficients for the Department of Cauca: Implementation Guide Focused on Water Security” during the event Democratia-Aqua-Technica, organized by SRH Heidelberg University in Germany on September 26, 2024.

The study focuses on the river basins of the Colombian Massif, recognized as the most important fluvial star in the country and the source of Colombia’s major rivers. “The presentation, delivered virtually, aimed to promote innovative technical solutions for the sustainable management of water resources, with an emphasis on reducing water-related conflicts at the local and regional levels,” explained Professor Felipe Agredo.

The event, held within the framework of the project Democratia-Aqua-Technica V, fostered transnational collaboration and participatory scientific communication in response to the challenges of water management.

Likewise, student Dayanna Jiménez presented the research project “Correlation between runoff coefficients and curve numbers for runoff estimation in watersheds of Cauca, Colombia” during the 5th Young Professionals Congress (YPN), held from November 27 to 29 by the International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research (IAHR).

The study, shared during this event, explores the correlation between the runoff coefficient (C) and the curve number (CN) in 41 watersheds in the Department of Cauca, Colombia, with the aim of developing a simplified equation for runoff estimation.

According to Professor Felipe Agredo, the international forum offered Dayanna Jiménez and other young researchers the opportunity to present their projects, receive mentorship from experts, and strengthen professional networks, addressing topics such as climate change, water management, and global water security.

“These activities highlight the commitment of the Hydraulics and Hydrology Research Group (GIHH) and the HidroInnovación Research Seedbed to advancing water security, positioning the Department of Hydraulics of the Faculty of Civil Engineering at the University of Cauca as a regional benchmark in water resource management and in participation at high-impact international events. We hope to continue participating with the support of our Alma Mater in 2025,” concluded the professor.