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ERB 2026 Medal Award
The ERB Steering Committee assigned the ERB 2026 Medal to Prof. Dr. Ladislav Holko in recognition of his
outstanding scientific contribution to the Euromediterranean Network of Experimental
and Representative Basins.
His dedication, expertise, and innovation have significantly advanced the
understanding of hydrological processes
across the Euro-Mediterranean Region.
Prof. Dr. Ladislav Holko will give his medal lectureat the ERB Conference in Baja, Hungary.
Upcoming Activities
2026: The 20th ERB Biennal Conference will take place in Baja, Hungary
Topic: The role of small experimental catchments in education and research
The conference will take place from 7–10 July, 2026
The host will be the Faculty of Water Science of the University, located in Baja, Hungary. While the University is based in Budapest, the Faculty of Water Science — who will host the conference— is located in Baja.
Visit the conference website for more details and information on the venue, accommodation, program and much more!
Recent Publications
L. Holko, P. Pekárová, J. Szolgay, P. Miklánek, G. Babiaková (2025) History of hydrological research in Slovakia and its links to water management, Hydrological Sciences Journal, 70 (1): 10–26; doi.org/10.1080/02626667.2024.2422532
S. Ortenzi, C. Cencetti, F-I- Mincu, G. Neculau, V. Chendes, L. Ciabatta, C. Massari L. Di Matteo (2024) Comparing Satellite Soil Moisture Products Using In Situ Observations over an Instrumented Experimental Basin in Romania, Remote Sensing, 16(17), 3283; doi.org/10.3390/rs16173283
Key Publications on Hydrological Research in Small Basins
A notable series of papers focusing on small experimental basins was published by the University of Rioja, Logroño (Spain) in an issue of Geographical Research Letters, Vol 44, No 2 (2018) (ISSN: 0211-6820). This collection highlights significant advances and findings in hydrological studies, with contributions from several national correspondents of ERB.
Contributions from ERB National Correspondents
- J. Latron, N. Lana-Renault: The relevance of hydrological research in small catchments – A perspective from long-term monitoring sites in Europe. This paper discusses the importance of sustained monitoring in understanding catchment hydrology across diverse European environments.
- G. Zuecco, D. Penna, M. Borga: Runoff generation in mountain catchments: long-term hydrological monitoring in the Rio Vauz Catchment, Italy. This study presents insights into runoff processes derived from extensive monitoring in a high-altitude catchment.
- L. Holko, S. Bičárová, J. Hlavčo, M. Danko, Z. Kostka: Isotopic hydrograph separation in two small mountain catchments during multiple events. This research employs isotopic techniques to differentiate sources of streamflow during various hydrological events.
- P. Llorens, F. Gallart, C. Cayuela, M. Roig-Planasdemunt, E. Casellas, A.J. Molina, M. Moreno de las Heras, G. Bertran, E. Sánchez-Costa, J. Latron: What have we learnt about Mediterranean catchment hydrology? 30 years observing hydrological processes in the Vallcebre Research Catchments. This comprehensive review summarizes three decades of hydrological observations in Mediterranean environments, highlighting key processes and challenges.
- H. Holzmann: Status and perspectives of hydrological research in small basins in Europe. This paper provides an overview of current research trends and future directions in the study of small basin hydrology across Europe.
Activities in the member countries
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