The Groundwater Research Group operates within the Water, Energy, and Environment Center at The University of Jordan, which provides state-of-the-art resources and facilities to support research, capacity building, and collaboration.
Laboratory Services
The center provides state-of-the-art, accredited water quality laboratories certified under the Jordanian Accreditation System (JAS/072). These laboratories are equipped to carry out a wide range of chemical and biological analyses for groundwater and wastewater, adhering to high-quality standards. Specifically, the Wastewater Laboratory has met the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025 for wastewater testing, covering parameters such as COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand), TSS (Total Suspended Solids), pH, and TDS (Total Dissolved Solids). The Microbiology Laboratory provides routine testing services, alongside advanced and custom testing for specific research needs, ensuring flexibility and comprehensive support for diverse research projects. The internal Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program for wastewater treatment follows the ISO 17025 standards, ensuring scientifically sound and legally defensible data production. This ensures that all laboratory outputs meet the highest accuracy and reliability, essential for informed decision-making in research and applied projects.
Capacity Building
The research group is committed to strengthening local capacities by providing extensive training programs, workshops, and internships. These initiatives aim to enhance the technical expertise of students, professionals, and stakeholders in groundwater management, water quality monitoring, and sustainable practices. The training focuses on the latest analytical techniques, laboratory methods, and groundwater modeling tools, equipping participants with the skills to address complex water challenges effectively.
Expert Exchange Programs
The group actively engages in expert exchange programs, collaborating with national and international academic institutions, government agencies, and industry professionals. These exchanges facilitate knowledge sharing, provide insights into best practices, and promote the adoption of innovative methodologies in groundwater research. Visiting experts contribute to the development of advanced research techniques and enrich the group's overall capabilities.
Advanced Equipment and Software
The group has the latest field and laboratory equipment for data collection and analysis, including groundwater level loggers, water quality sensors, and soil probes. Additionally, the group uses cutting-edge software, such as MODFLOW for groundwater modelling and ArcGIS for spatial analysis, to support its comprehensive research efforts. These technologies enhance the accuracy and efficiency of data collection, analysis, and modelling.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
The Water, Energy, and Environment Center focus on interdisciplinary collaboration among experts from geology, hydrology, environmental science, agriculture, engineering, and other related fields. This collaborative environment ensures that complex groundwater issues are addressed from multiple angles, facilitating innovative solutions and comprehensive research outcomes.
Corporate Research and Development
The group’s corporate research and development capabilities enable the rapid adoption of new methodologies and technologies to address emerging industry challenges. This allows the team to stay ahead of devloped research needs and ensure that the latest scientific advancements are integrated into groundwater research and management practices.