Hands-On Hydrology:
Your All-Access Pass to a Global Water Lab in the Cloud

What Sets MAGNET Apart

MAGNET transforms theoretical water science into practical, collaborative learning — empowering educators and students with global reach, real-time data, and professional-grade tools.

• Interactive global case studies: Turn any location into a dynamic simulation — from local creeks to global watersheds — and visualize real-world hydrological processes.
• Instantaneous model creation: Build complex water models, including reactive contaminant transport, without setup delays — enabling deeper analysis and critical thinking.
• Live-linked real-world data: Access monitoring wells, stream gauges, and LiDAR terrain in real time — creating an immersive, up-to-date learning environment.
• Collaborative research hub: Publish and share models, reports, and visualizations to cyber-enabled observatories — fostering global collaboration and project-based learning.
• Human-in-the-loop AI analysis: Use AI to identify patterns and trends — while retaining full control for expert interpretation and scenario testing.
• Cloud-native and browser-based: No software to install. Access and collaborate securely from anywhere, anytime.

Pain Points and MAGNET Solutions

1. Difficulty Accessing and Working with Real-World Data

The Problem: Courses often rely on outdated or limited datasets — making it hard to understand real-world complexity.

MAGNET’s Solution: Instantly access a global water database with live data and LiDAR terrain — enabling current, relevant analysis anywhere, including local communities.

2. Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice

The Problem: Students struggle to connect abstract equations to dynamic physical processes — especially for complex topics like contaminant transport.

MAGNET’s Solution: Simulate physical and chemical processes in an interactive, visualized environment. Experiment with “what-if” scenarios and apply systems thinking using nested models.

3. Limitations in Collaborative and Professional Skill Development

The Problem: Traditional coursework lacks collaborative tools and professional workflows — leaving students underprepared for real-world practice.

MAGNET’s Solution: Generate professional reports and publish models to observatories — enabling students to practice communication, collaboration, and reporting in a cyber-enabled setting.

Strategic Value

This platform drastically reduces the time and cost of generating, analyzing, and sharing sophisticated water models — accelerating learning, innovation, and evidence-based decision-making for a more sustainable water future.