Boris Dorschel-Herr

Boris Dorschel-Herr serves as Head of Bathymetry within the Geophysics Department at the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research in Bremerhaven, Germany. His position places him at the forefront of seafloor mapping research for polar and marine scientific expeditions.

His research expertise centers on advanced bathymetric techniques essential for oceanographic studies:

• High-resolution seafloor mapping in polar regions
• Multibeam sonar system operation and data processing
• Integration of bathymetric data with other geophysical measurements
• Seafloor morphology analysis for geological and ecological research

Within the Geophysics research division, Dorschel-Herr's Bathymetry group provides critical mapping support for numerous research vessels including Polarstern, contributing foundational data for studies across marine geology, ecology, and climate research. His work enables precise navigation, habitat mapping, and geological feature identification essential for polar research missions.

The Bathymetry unit he leads works closely with related geophysical methods including reflection seismology, magnetic surveying, and gravity measurements to create comprehensive seafloor characterizations. This integrated approach supports AWI's extensive polar research programs focused on understanding Earth's changing polar environments.