Groundwater Dynamics

Image Credit: NASA JPL/Caltech

Our research harnesses GRACE satellite data to study groundwater dynamics. GRACE measures Earth's gravitational variations from mass changes, revealing water distribution patterns. We leverage this data, monitoring groundwater storage fluctuations and trends. This analysis informs water management strategies, mitigating scarcity and ensuring sustainability of vital groundwater reserves.

ESA Sentinel-1: Radar Mission

Surface Deformation with SAR Radar

Surface Deformation

Image Credit: ESA/ATG medialab

Our lab is dedicated to exploring surface-groundwater interactions and their implications for groundwater dynamics, particularly in response to land deformation. To achieve this, we utilize cutting-edge SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite technology, which offers exceptional precision in monitoring Earth's surface deformation. By analyzing SAR data over time, we can detect subtle changes in the Earth's surface, such as subsidence or uplift caused by groundwater extraction and changes in surface water.