Drainage Discharge

Drainage discharge is the release of water collected by natural or engineered drainage systems into a receiving environment, such as a stream, river, wetland, or coastal zone. Rainfall, irrigation, or groundwater enters soil and drainage channels, then moves through pipes, ditches, or surface pathways; the resulting flow can transport sediment, nutrients, salts, and other contaminants from surrounding land. In environmental research and management, measuring discharge volume and water quality helps identify pollutant sources, assess impacts on aquatic ecosystems, and guide stormwater control, agricultural drainage, and watershed protection. Effective monitoring supports regulatory compliance and more sustainable water management.

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JoVE Journal - Environment

Capturing Flow-weighted Water and Suspended Particulates from Agricultural Canals During Drainage Events

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2017

Nutrients present in particulate form can contribute significantly to the overall loads in agricultural drainage waters. This study describes a novel method to capture flow-weighted water and suspended particulates from farm canal drainage over the entire duration of the drainage event.

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JoVE Core - Nursing

Discharge Summary Forms

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2024

The discharge summary is crucial as it enables a smooth transition from a healthcare facility to a patient's home or another care setting. This critical document facilitates seamless continuity of care, ensuring patients receive the necessary support and attention. Here's a detailed look at the key components and guidelines for preparing a discharge summary: • Overview of Hospital Stay: This section offers a concise summary of the patient's hospitalization, detailing the admission diagnosis,...

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JoVE Journal - Biology
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Sexual Development and Ascospore Discharge in Fusarium graminearum

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Cited by 79 •

2012

Sexual crosses and isolation of recombinant progeny are important research tools for the filamentous fungus, Fusarium graminearum, The techniques necessary successfully carry out these processes are presented.

Acid Mine Drainage

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2026

Mining activities that disturb sulfide-rich rocks, particularly those containing pyrite (FeS₂), initiate a cascade of geochemical and microbiological processes with serious environmental implications. When exposed to air and water, pyrite undergoes oxidation, releasing sulfate, ultimately forming sulfuric acid and mobilizing heavy metals into surrounding water systems. This phenomenon, known as acid mine drainage (AMD), results in low pH waters laden with toxic elements that threaten aquatic...

Manual Drainage of the Zebrafish Embryonic Brain Ventricles

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2012

We present a method to collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and to create a system which lacks CSF within the embryonic zebrafish brain ventricular system. This allows for further examination of CSF composition and its requirement during embryonic brain development.

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