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Walter Illman specializes in groundwater hydrology, focusing on both saturated and unsaturated zones. His work employs mathematical modeling along with laboratory and field experiments to understand contaminant transport and the natural degradation of organic contaminants in groundwater. His research encompasses mathematical modeling techniques, including both analytical and numerical methods, as well as experimental approaches to studying contaminant movement in porous and fractured geological media. He also investigates the behavior of contaminants in groundwater, particularly Dense Non-Aqueous Phase Liquids (DNAPL), bioremediation, and natural attenuation processes affecting organic contaminants. Furthermore, Illman's interests extend to the threats posed to aquatic ecosystems due to contamination and remediation efforts involving water, soil, and air, as well as carbon dioxide capture and storage. He examines geohazards, climate change impacts, and the increasing complexities related to water management and security in mega cities.
Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.