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A float-controlled self-contained laser gauge for monitoring river levels in tropical environments

In this paper Dr Pierret and colleagues present the design, construction and performance of a self-contained float-controlled water level gauge for monitoring water levels in streams and small rivers. This device is inexpensive (cost of about EUR 220), easy to build (no electronics skills or specialized tools required; assembled in a few hours) and straightforward […]

29.07.2025

Soil erosion in teak plantations: the efficacy of ‘buffer’ zones demonstrated

Considering the significant soil losses in teak plantations during heavy rains, IRD researchers (UMR GET and iEES-Paris) and their Laotian (DALaM and NUoL) and Cambodian (ITC) partners sought to measure the efficacy of grassed ‘buffer’ zones on surface runoff and soil loss downstream of these plantations. In South-East Asia, teak plantations are often established on […]

25.02.2025

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