Thesis supervisor: Anita Erőss
Location of studies (in Hungarian): ELTE Faculty of Science, Department of Geology Abbreviation of location of studies: ELTE
Description of the research topic:
"In regional discharge zones of groundwater flow systems, waters transported by flow systems of different orders can be found. By studying the phenomena and processes associated with the discharge of these different fluids, and the properties of the discharging fluid itself, we can gain information about the flow systems and the rock-water interactions along them. In the case of regional systems, these processes occur on a geological time scale, and thus these studies can provide important information on the geological history and climatic conditions of the area. Thermal springs often represent the discharge of regional flow systems, and knowledge of the supplying flow system is a prerequisite for their sustainable use for both recreational and energy purposes. Where carbonate rocks are present in the discharge zone, a particular type of karst systems, the hypogene karst, is developed by the interaction of waters and the carbonates. In Hungary, in connection with the evolution of the Pannonian Basin, there are several karst systems that can be classified as hypogene and are known worldwide. Examples include the two regional discharge areas of the Transdanubian Range, Budapest and Hévíz.
The student will be required to apply natural tracers to understand the processes and the connected flow regime in regional discharge regions. Among the natural tracer special emphasis will be given to various stable and radioactive isotopes. "
Required language skills: English Further requirements: Knowledge of hydrogeology and water chemistry, experience in field work, water sampling, stable and natural radioactive isotope measurement techniques is required.
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