Photo of yourself ANA MORENO GONZÁLEZ EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Environmental Sciences BSc WHY I CHOSE HYDROINFORMATICS: PREVIOUS RESEARCHES AND RESEARCH INTERESTS: Hydroinformatics part in Delft was actually one of the things which convinced me to apply for this Master. They combine Hydrology, Hydraulics and Environmental Engineering and help us not only to understand what is happening in the hydrological system but also to asses what may happen in future different scenarios. It is a modern science and it can be a very useful tool for involving all stakeholders and help in decision making. Nevertheless, many other different Master programs do not focus on them, and there is lack of this practical learning. IHE is completely focused on water related issues, what makes them specialists. Besides, The Netherlands, is, of course, very well known for their flood management, and we can learn a lot from the way they have developed and introduced Hydroinformatics. Spain is quite diverse from the geographic point of view. From mountainous areas to extent planes; and from rainy climate to almost desert-like areas. Flood management in Spain requires good knowledge of such different surroundings, so hydroinformatic tools are essential. Economic situation is not homogeneous either, and this is a challenge when managing the flood risk of the country. On top of that we can find climate change. Although its effects are uncertain, it seems that temperature could increase. It is more uncertain how precipitation may be affected (a), but hydroinformatics can help on preparing the cities, improving resilience. Previous researches related to Environmental Sciences I am Ana, a 24 years old girl. Concerned about environmental and societal issues, I decided to study Environmental Sciences as a multidisplicinary degree. Currently I am studying Flood Risk Management Erasmus Mundus Master at the Institute for Water Education (IHE) in Delft. I am passionate about force of nature, and this programme provides me the necessary tools to work preventing and reducing its risks. I come from Vitoria-Gasteiz, a medium size city in the north of Spain. It is the capital of the Basque Country, and in 2012 it was awarded with the privilege of being European Green Capital. It is actually a good example of how environmental and water issues must be manage in an integrated way. PLACE OF ORIGIN: Vitoria-Gasteiz (Spain) HOW I WILL USE THE KNOWLEDGE GAINED IN THE PROGRAM BACK IN MY OWN COUNTRY: Assistant on data collection: Migratory and over- wintering Passeriform birds study on Plaiaundi Ecologic Park (Txingudi, Gipuzkoa) Research assistant on: Soya´s response to different Rhizobium bacteria inoculation on different CO2 levels study Environmental Sciences Flood Risk Management Sustainable flood management Nature based solutions Early Warning Systems Flood Forecast Looking for Resilience Research interests 1 2 3 4 5 Photos descriptions and References: (a): Moreno, J. M. et al., (2005) Principales conclusiones de la evaluación preliminar de los impactos en España por efecto del cambio climático. Proyecto ECCE: 1-39. 1: Wetlands surrounding Vitoria-Gasteiz. http ://www.portalviajar.com/espana/vitoria/parque-de-salburua.php 2: Flash floods in Murcia. http ://www.laverdad.es/murcia/20100817/portada-tarde.html 4: Flash floods on Pyrinees. https://dejadmevivir.blogspot.nl/2012/10/?m=0 5: Plain floods around Ebro river. http ://www.elconfidencial.com/espana/2015-03-03/el-proyecto-del-trasvase-del-ebro-no-habria-evitado-en- ningun-caso-la-crecida_720758/ 3: Big waves in San Sebastian. http ://www.eldiario.es/norte/euskadi/temporal-diversos-materiales-San-Sebastian_0_482601825.html