Amael Poulain

Amael Poulain is a hydrogeology researcher at the University of Namur specializing in karst systems and groundwater dynamics. With a PhD completed in 2017 under supervisor Hallet V., Poulain has established a strong research profile focusing on vadose zone processes, tracer testing, and hydrological monitoring in karst environments. Their work combines field measurements with computational modeling to understand complex groundwater systems in Belgian karst regions.

• PhD in Geology (2017), University of Namur
• Principal Investigator on 6 research projects (2017-2023)
• 16 research outputs including journal articles and conference contributions
• Recipient of Young Karst Researcher Prize (2015)
• Active contributor to international karst research conferences

Poulain's research focuses on understanding groundwater recharge processes in karst systems through innovative monitoring techniques. Their work examines solute transport, breakthrough curve analysis, and the impact of flash flood events on groundwater systems. Key contributions include developing ultra-portable fluorometry for dye tracing in remote karst environments and investigating the relationship between surface water features and underground flow paths in Belgian karst regions.

Analysis of Poulain's 16 research outputs reveals consistent focus on experimental hydrogeology in karst environments, particularly using tracer tests and novel monitoring technologies. The research spans vadose zone processes, breakthrough curve analysis, and the development of field instrumentation for hydrological monitoring. Recent work (2020-2023) shows increasing emphasis on technological applications including fluorimeter industrialization and gravity monitoring techniques.

• Young Karst Researcher Prize (2015) awarded at conference in Birmingham, UK
• Recognition for contributions to groundwater research and karst hydrology
• Active participation in international karst research community

Poulain leads multiple research projects including STREAM fluorimeter industrialization and eco-village construction expertise. Their work bridges academic research and practical applications through spin-off development for hydrological monitoring equipment. As Principal Investigator on projects like 'Expertise of tracing test at the ponds of Villeneuve,' Poulain demonstrates strong grant acquisition and project management capabilities. The research involves collaboration with multiple institutions across Belgium's karst regions.

Poulain's laboratory work focuses on hydrological monitoring in karst environments, particularly through the STREAM project which develops fluorometric solutions for groundwater monitoring. Their research utilizes cave percolation monitoring, gravity measurements, and electrical resistivity tomography to study water movement through vadose zones. The work is conducted primarily in Belgian karst regions including Rochefort and Furfooz, with emphasis on practical applications for water resource management.