A Tribute to Gunnar Jacks (1937–2019): A Talented Scientist and Pioneer in Groundwater and Geochemistry
This journal issue (vol. 1 & no. 2) is solely dedicated to the pioneering research work, culture, life and legacy of Professor Gunnar Jacks, a distinguished scientist in groundwater, geochemistry, earth sciences and environmental geology. This dedication highlights his groundbreaking academic achievements, perseverance, and humanitarian approach to contributions on global water supply challenges and sustainable development, notably in developing countries. He is a Margdarshak (touch-bearer) for the Global Arsenic Research Community to mitigate the worldwide spread of groundwater arsenic menace. Professor Gunnar Jacks is remembered for his scholarly research contributions, leadership authority in international organizations, and the respect he earned within the groundwater and environmental hydrogeology field.
Authors
- Kazi Matin Ahmed (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5188-4385)
- Prosun Bhattacharya (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4350-9950)
- Jon Petter Gustafsson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8771-7941)
- Debashis Chatterjee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3652-4650)
Institutions
- University of Dhaka (BD)
- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SE)
- University of Kalyani (IN)
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology (SE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Environmental Science Health & Sustainability
- Published
- 2025-08-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.63697/jeshs.2025.10032
- Primary Topic
- Hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir analysis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00