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ESE Researchers win Best Paper Award at GECCO 2023
Researchers from the Departments of Computer Science and Engineering won the Best Paper Award in the Real World Application track at the prestigious Genetic and Evolutionary Computing Conference ('GECCO') held in Lisbon, Portugal from 15-19th July 2023.
Dr Abdul Rahman Mosameem - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Postdoctoral Research Fellow Dr Abdul Rahman Mosameem is next to feature in our 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' Series.
Mahnoush Maleki - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we hear from Visiting Postgraduate Researcher Mahnoush Maleki.
CWS Newsletter, March 2023
Check out our latest CWS newsletter now for a round-up of our recent successes, events and more, including further details about our special 25th anniversary event.
Babak Zolghadr-Asli - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Postgraduate Researcher Babak Zolghadr-Asli shares his (many!) thoughts in this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature.
Advances in Water Research & Innovation: 1998 to 2023 and beyond
In August 2023, we will proudly be celebrating the Centre for Water Systems' (CWS) 25th anniversary and we are pleased to announce that we will be hosting a two-day celebration event to mark this special occasion, entitled 'Advances in Water Research & Innovation: 1998 to 2023 and beyond'.
Ramiz Beig Zali - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
We hear from Postgraduate Researcher Ramiz Beig Zali in our first 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature of 2023.
Yuxiao Wang - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we hear from Postgraduate Researcher Yuxiao Wang.
University of Exeter scoops two accolades at the Innovate UK Annual KTP Awards
The University of Exeter has been awarded two out of seven awards at the Innovate UK Annual KTP Awards, which recognises the people and partnerships behind the UK’s most inspiring and successful KTP projects.
Jess Penny - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
WISE CDT PGR Jess Penny is next to feature in our 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' Series.
Centre for Water Systems secures funding boost for pivotal research and education projects
Two pivotal new projects, led by experts from the University of Exeter and designed to bolster research and education within the water sector, have secured a significant funding boost.
Matt Hayslep - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we hear from Postgraduate Researcher Matt Hayslep.
Dr Milad Latifi - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, KTP Associate Dr Milad Latifi shares his thoughts on all things water.
CWS Newsletter, July 2022
Check out our July 2022 newsletter for a round-up of our latest successes, events and more.
Successful H2020 project completion
The Centre for Water System (CWS) participated in the H2020 Fiware4Water project from 2019–2022 - alongside 15 partners from across 7 EU countries - and was successfully concluded by the end of May 2022.
Danyang Gao - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Postgraduate Researcher Danyang Gao is next to feature in our 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' series.
Jess Holland - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Postgraduate Researcher, Jess Holland answers our questions in this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature.
Dr Sarah Bunney - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we find out more about Postdoctoral Research Fellow Dr Sarah Bunney.
Landmark new technology to improve efficiency of sewer system surveys
A new AI tool is set to improve the efficiency of surveying sewerage systems and has the potential to benefit the entire water industry.
Xiaojie Zhou - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
We get to know more about Postgraduate Researcher Xiaojie Zhou in this month's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature.
Ben Hamilton - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
We find out more about Postgraduate Researcher Ben Hamilton (STREAM IDC) in this week's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature.
Xi Wan - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Postgraduate Researcher Xi Wan is next up in our 'Water the up to: CWS in the Spotlight' Series.
Mitchel Offiong - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this week's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we find out more about Postgraduate Researcher Mitchel Offiong.
Are 'Sponge Cities' the answer to Shenzen's water scarcity?
Shenzhen, a city of 17.5 million residents in southern China that is often referred to as “China’s tech hub,” is facing its most severe drought on record. Are ‘Sponge Cities’ the answer to Shenzhen’s water scarcity?
Samia Saad - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next to feature in our 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Samia Saad, Postgraduate Researcher.
Faten Ayyash - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next up in our 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Postgraduate Researcher, Faten Ayyash.
Are we being serious about water?
Dr Mehdi Khoury, Senior Research Fellow, has been busy demonstrating the use of serious gaming in the water industry at a variety of events in late 2021.
Dondu Sarisen - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In our first 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature of 2022, we find out all about Postgraduate Researcher Dondu Sarisen.
How digital solutions can contribute to the implementation of EU water policies
The 19th International Conference of the Europe-INBO was held at the invitation of the Energy and Water Agency (EWA) of Malta from 8-10th December 2021.
FIWARE4WATER Follower Cities Meeting: A virtual workshop for Local Water Forums
Local Water Forums are created to answer a variety of local and/or global water-based concerns.
Dr Brett Snider - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In our final 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature of 2021, we hear from Dr Brett Snider, Postdoctoral Research Fellow.
CWS Newsletter, December 2021
Check out the lastest CWS newsletter; our bi-annual round-up of CWS successes, events and more.
Aqua≈360: Digital Water Transition Roundtable Forum
The Centre for Water Systems (CWS) at the University of Exeter collaborated with aqua3S, Fiware4Water, ICT4Water, and Watershare in organising the Digital Water Transition Roundtable Forum alongside the 'AQUA≈360' international conference that was hosted by CWS from 31 August – 2 September 2021.
David Fortune - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next up in our 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, is Postgraduate Researcher David Fortune.
Salmatta Ibrahim - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this week's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we find out more about Postgraduate Researcher Salmatta Ibrahim.
Scientists from Exeter and Bangkok to collaborate on a new project on floods and droughts in Thailand
The team of researchers from College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences have been awarded a new NERC grant under the COP26 Adaptation and Resilience theme.
New HORIZON 2020 project aims to build an ecosystem for innovative climate change adaptation solutions
A pioneering new pan-European project, designed to develop systemic innovations for strengthening climate resilience and featuring experts from the University of Exeter, has been launched.
Daisy Harley-Nyang - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next to feature in our 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Daisy Harley-Nyang, Postgraduate Researcher (WISE CDT).
Bhavya Joshi - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Find out more about Postgraduate Researcher Bhavya Joshi in this week's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature.
University of Exeter expert elected to the Royal Academy of Engineering
Professor Ruth Allen has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering - the highest honour available for a UK engineer, it has been announced.
New cohort of Exeter academics secure prestigious Alan Turing Institute Fellowships
The next generation of data science and artificial intelligence (AI) experts from the University of Exeter have secured prestigious fellowships from The Alan Turing Institute, it has been announced.
Cristina Corti - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Find out more about Cristina Corti, WISE CDT Postgraduate Researcher in this week's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature.
Dr James Webber - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this week's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we find out more about Dr James Webber, Research Fellow.
Priscila Alves - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next to feature in our 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Priscila Alves, Postgraduate Research Student.
Yiwen Jin - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this week's 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we find out more about Yiwen Jin, Postgraduate Research Student.
Gareth Lewis - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next to feature in our 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Gareth Lewis, Research Fellow.
Ari Cooper-Davis - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Find out more about Postgraduate Researcher Ari Cooper-Davis in this week's 'Water they up to: CWS in the Spotlight' feature.
Dr Mahdieh Dibaj - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next up in our 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Dr Mahdieh Dibaj, Postgraduate Research Student.
Elizabeth Lawson - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
In this week's 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' feature, we find out more about Elizabeth Lawson, Postgraduate Research Student.
CWS Newsletter, May 2021
Check out the lastest CWS newsletter; our bi-annual round-up of CWS news, events and more.
Exeter scientists receive the Water-Oscar award
A pan-European research team has won a prestigious award at a recent ceremony, dubbed the ‘Oscars of the water industry’, for their project that developed new solutions to aid the recovery from pandemics such as COVID-19.
Will Ingram - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
As part of our fortnightly 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series we get to know more about Will Ingram, Postgraduate Research Student.
Exeter scientist appointed as NERC Constructing a Digital Environment Senior Expert
Prof Albert Chen at the Centre for Water Systems (CWS) has been appointed as a UK Senior Expert in the NERC Digital Environment Expert Network, as a part of NERC/UKRI Constructing a Digital Environment (CDE) Programme.
Community of Great Torrington start their Local Water Forum
The Centre for Water Systems (CWS) at the University of Exeter and South West Water (SWW) have been meeting regularly this year with the community of Great Torrington in Devon, to create a Local Water Forum.
Mayra Rodriguez - Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight
Next to feature in our 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Mayra Rodriguez, Postgraduate Research Student.
CWS researcher secures flood resilience for the transport sector funding
Dr Barry Evans has partnered with Dr Maria Pregnolato at the University of Bristol and Dr Man Lam Yue at Cardiff University and successfully secured funding via the GW4 “Building Communities” programme to collaborate on the “Flood Resilience for the TRANsport Sector (FR-TRANS)” project.
Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight - Mikkel Bue Lykkegaard
Next up in our 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Mikkel Bue Lykkegaard, Postgraduate Research Student.
Exeter research team help shape digitalisation of European water networks
Two of the University of Exeter’s foremost experts on hydroinformatics have played significant roles in pivotal new European policy documents, calling for the digitalisation of the water industry.
Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight - Dr Kate Baker
First to feature in our 'Water They Up To: CWS in the Spotlight' series is Dr Kate Baker, Postdoctoral Research Fellow.
Water engineering expert launches new £10 million European water systems project
A University of Exeter academic is set to receive a share of £10 million pounds of funding for a six-year European research project, looking at designing the next generation of intelligent urban drinking water systems.
Exeter experts receive prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering award for work to tackle COVID-19
Experts from the University of Exeter’s Centre for Water Systems (CWS), have received a prestigious award for their exceptional engineering achievements in tackling COVID-19.
Project to enhance climate hazard resilience and related disease prevention in Africa receives funding boost
Experts from the University of Exeter will lead a pioneering project to design digital innovations to help communities across Africa become more resilient to climate hazards and prevent outbreaks of associated diseases.
Exeter joins new European initiative to turn wastewater into valuable resource
Experts from the University of Exeter will play a crucial role in a new pan-European initiative to develop new techniques to turn wastewater into a valuable resource.
CWS and ECEHH project success - OVERCOME
The University of Exeter has been awarded £150,000 to establish a transnational research network for creating digital innovations to strengthen community resilience in coping with climate hazards and preventing the outbreaks of associated diseases.
CWS and CSAM H2020 project success - ULTIMATE
The Centre for Water Systems (CWS) in CEMPS and the Centre for Simulation, Analytics and Modelling (CSAM) in the Business School have successfully secured EU H2020 funding for the 'ULTIMATE' project (indUstry water-utiLiTy symbIosis for a sMarter wATer sociEty).
South West Water Competition Hackathon Day
The Centre for Water Systems (CWS), University of Exeter and South West Water (SWW) are working closely as part of the new EU H2020 Fiware4Water project to explore opportunities for future digital water solutions.