Laboratory of Catchment Hydrology and Geomorphology

The Laboratory of Hydrology and Geomorphology (CHANGE) at EPFL focuses on improving the understanding and forecasting of catchment dynamics in natural and managed ecosystems. By developing mathematical models and integrating methods from various disciplines, including geomorphology, hydrology, climate, ecology, and soil physics, the lab aims to create holistic frameworks for sustainable ecosystem stewardship. Research areas include landscape evolution, soil erosion, ecohydrological modeling, and the impacts of land use on water and soil resources. The lab's work also involves developing strategies for water and soil resource management in agriculture, with a particular focus on water sustainability and climate change impacts on crop production.