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SUMMARY:AWRA 2026 Annual Water Resources Conference
DESCRIPTION:NOVEMBER 9-11\, 2026 | PHILADELPHIA\, PA\nHilton Penn’s Landing\n201 S Christopher Columbus Blvd\nPhiladelphia\, PA 19106 \n  \nCONFERENCE SUMMARY\nJoin Us for One of the Nation’s Most Dynamic and Inclusive Water Resources Conferences! LIVE in Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, the epicenter of the 250th anniversary celebration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, this November 9-11\, 2026! \nThe AWRA Annual Water Resources Conference is recognized as one of the most diverse and inclusive gatherings in the field of water resources management. This premier event offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative\, practical\, and applied solutions to today’s water challenges. Whether you’re a researcher\, professional\, student or policymaker\, you’ll gain valuable insights into: \n\nThe latest outcomes and updates from major federal investments in water infrastructure and climate resilience\,\nLessons learned from successful multidisciplinary project implementation\,\nBest practices in water resource planning\, design\, and application\,\nReal-world impacts of current and emerging water policies\,\nCutting-edge research shaping the future of water resources.\n\nWe’re thrilled to return to Philadelphia in November 2026 after an exceptional 2025 conference in Colorado. Our Delaware\, New Jersey\, and Philadelphia Chapters have teamed together to curate an exceptional experience for 2026 attendees\, building on 2025’s energy and success. The 2026 Annual Water Resources Conference has something for everyone\, from the joy of reconnecting with longtime colleagues to the excitement of exploring local water-themed projects on technical trips. The plenary sessions will feature bold keynote speakers who will challenge conventional thinking and inspire new ideas. With a diverse lineup of technical sessions\, panel discussions\, and hands-on workshops\, you’ll gain a panoramic view of pressing water issues across the Mid-Atlantic Region\, the nation\, and the globe. \nStudents and Young Professionals will experience tailored programming\, mentorship opportunities\, and networking events that support and inspire the next generation of water leaders. \nAttendees won’t want to miss the legendary Monday Night Icebreaker or the Tuesday Night Special Event\, organized by our energetic planning committee. Both events feature live music and local flavor. \nPlus\, take advantage of opportunities to engage directly with exhibitors and sponsors\, and explore the tools\, technologies\, and services reshaping water resource management today. \nPrefer a slower pace? Bringing family members? Arrive early to enjoy the fall in Philadelphia and explore the deep American history\, renowned museums\, world-class culinary scene\, and everything else this vibrant urban center has to offer. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect\, learn\, and lead.
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SUMMARY:AWRA 2026 Annual Water Resources Conference
DESCRIPTION:MOVING BEYOND 250 – CROSSING BOUNDARIES TO BUILD A MORE WATER-SECURE FUTURE \nNovember 9-11\, 2026\nHilton Penn’s Landing\n201 S Christopher Columbus Blvd\nPhiladelphia\, PA 19106 \nPerhaps no issue is more important to human health\, economic development\, and peace and security than water. AWRA’s Annual Water Resources Conference is the nation’s longest running and most interdisciplinary gathering of water professionals — a unique forum where scientists\, engineers\, policymakers\, lawyers\, planners\, and practitioners from across the United States and beyond come together to solve complex water challenges. \nSince the 1960s\, AWRA’s annual gathering has served as the intellectual crossroads of the U.S. water community\, shaping national thinking on integrated water resources management\, water governance\, climate resilience\, and emerging technologies. With its rare blend of federal\, state\, tribal\, academic\, and private sector participation\, and its deep commitment to elevating the next generation\, the AWRA conference remains the premier national venue for advancing holistic\, science based\, and collaborative approaches to water. \nHot Topics that will be presented at this conference: PFAS\, Stormwater – analysis and best management practices\, Groundwater\, Water Quality – analysis\, management and availability\, Data/Modeling\, Policy\, Restoration – including streams\, wetlands and flood mitigation\, Watershed Planning\, AI – role in water resources and impact on water use\, and more….
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/awra-2026-annual-water-resources-conference-2/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Zooming in on the Benthic Biolayer: How flow and microbial growth shape riverbed reactions from reaches to pores
DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s):\nKevin Roche (BSU)\nSeminar Date:\nNov 10\, 2026\n\nAbout the Talk:\n\nA large portion of a river’s microbial and algal life resides in a thin layer of sediments just below the riverbed called the benthic biolayer. This layer is widely believed to contribute disproportionately to whole-stream processes such as aerobic respiration\, nutrient cycling\, and contaminant transformation. How\, when\, and how much mass is transformed in the biolayer compared with other reactive locations of the river? I will present two complementary studies that fill knowledge gaps needed to answer this question. \nThe first study combines controlled field experiments with process-based modeling to quantify transport and aerobic reactions across the water column and the bed of an experimental stream. Our results show that biolayer’s propensity for high mass transformation arises from a distinct combination of rapid solute delivery\, transient retention\, and rapid biological transformation. These results strongly suggest that the biolayer is a common feature of streams and rivers that should be included in stream-network scale models of reactive transport. \nThe second study examines the pore-scale mechanisms that may help generate this behavior. I will present recent results from microfluidics experiments that reveal how fluid flow regulates microbial growth and aerobic reactions at the pore scale. Our results further show that microbial communities restructure the organization and connectivity of the porous medium as they actively respond to local physical and chemical conditions\, which points to microbial physiology as an underappreciated control on groundwater’s bulk hydraulic conductivity. Together\, these studies show how coupled hydrologic and biological processes determine where aerobic reactions occur in shallow river sediments. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nKevin Roche joined Boise State University in Fall 2020. While his research has spanned disciplines ranging from fluid mechanics to microeconomics\, it is unified by a need for improved predictive models that respect the natural variability of hydrologic processes. His work involves a combination of (1) novel observations at scales ranging from the laboratory (mm – m) to the field (m – km); and (2) developing mechanistic models that establish a parsimonious link between these scales. He uses this combined experimental and modeling approach to improve the physical basis of stream- and watershed-scale models of contaminant and nutrient fate. \nPrior to Boise State\, Dr. Roche was a Fulbright Junior Scholar at the Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research (IDAEA-CSIC) in Barcelona\, Spain\, where he developed theory of reactive transport in rivers. He also worked as a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Notre Dame\, where he worked on projects ranging from field experiments in streams to theoretical modeling of climate change and conflict. \nDr. Roche received his B.S. in chemical engineering from Purdue University. After undergraduate studies\, Dr. Roche worked as a process control engineer at Eli Lilly and Company (Indianapolis\, IN)\, where he improved automation to increase water efficiency in pilot-scale manufacturing facilities. He then served for three years in the US Peace Corps (Guinea\, Costa Rica) before joining Northwestern University for his graduate studies. \n\nZoom Link\nMeeting ID: 865 7192 8806\nPasscode: 1234
URL:https://wrc.wsu.edu/event/webinar-zooming-in-on-the-benthic-biolayer-how-flow-and-microbial-growth-shape-riverbed-reactions-from-reaches-to-pores/
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