HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at Las vegas, USA or Virtually from your home or work

Tentative Program

Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 30–31 October 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 5 SDGs SDGs 6, 9, 11, 13 and 15
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

30 OCT 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Glacier Melt Dynamics and Hydrological Impacts
    613
    Track Overview

    This session will explore the processes governing glacier melt and its implications for hydrology. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the interplay between glacier dynamics and downstream water supply.

    Track 02
    Snowmelt Contributions to River Systems
    615
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the role of snowmelt in contributing to river flow and water availability. Presentations will highlight modeling approaches and field studies that quantify snowmelt contributions in various alpine regions.

    Track 03
    Runoff Modeling in Glacierized Basins
    69
    Track Overview

    This session aims to discuss advanced runoff modeling techniques specific to glacierized watersheds. Participants will share methodologies and case studies that enhance our understanding of hydrological responses to glacier melt.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Monitoring Techniques for Glacier Dynamics
    913
    Track Overview

    This track will cover innovative monitoring techniques used to assess glacier dynamics and melt rates. Discussions will include remote sensing, in-situ measurements, and their integration into hydrological models.

    Track 05
    Water Resource Management in Alpine Regions
    611
    Track Overview

    This session will examine strategies for effective water resource management in regions influenced by glacier melt. Participants will discuss policy frameworks, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable practices.

    Track 06
    Seasonal Melt Dynamics and Water Availability
    613
    Track Overview

    This track will investigate the seasonal patterns of glacier melt and their effects on water availability. Presentations will focus on temporal changes and their implications for water supply in downstream ecosystems.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

31 OCT 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Climate Change Impacts on Glacier Hydrology
    1315
    Track Overview

    This session will address the impacts of climate change on glacier hydrology and associated water resources. Research findings will highlight changes in melt rates, runoff patterns, and future projections.

    Track 08
    Cryosphere-Water Interactions
    613
    Track Overview

    This track will explore the interactions between the cryosphere and hydrological systems. Discussions will include feedback mechanisms and the role of glaciers in influencing regional hydrology.

    Track 09
    Hydrological Modeling of Glacier-Fed Streams
    69
    Track Overview

    This session will focus on hydrological modeling approaches specific to glacier-fed stream systems. Participants will present case studies that illustrate the complexities of modeling these unique hydrological environments.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Alpine Hydrology and Ecosystem Responses
    615
    Track Overview

    This track will examine the relationship between alpine hydrology and ecosystem responses to glacier melt. Presentations will highlight the ecological implications of changing water availability in alpine environments.

    Track 11
    Innovations in Glacier Monitoring and Data Collection
    913
    Track Overview

    This session will showcase innovations in glacier monitoring technologies and data collection methodologies. Emphasis will be placed on how these advancements can improve our understanding of glacier hydrology.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
6 Clean Water and Sanitation 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 13 Climate Action 15 Life on Land

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