Maria Herrmann

Maria Herrmann is an Associate Professor at The Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science. Her research bridges oceanography and atmospheric science, focusing on marine biogeochemistry through numerical modeling and water quality data analysis.

Education

• Ph.D. in Meteorology, The Pennsylvania State University, 2010
• Master of Environmental Pollution Control, The Pennsylvania State University, 2000
• B.A. in International Studies, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, 1998

Research Focus

Dr. Herrmann specializes in marine biogeochemistry, studying the chemical, physical, geological, and biological processes that govern ocean chemistry. Since 2014, her work has focused on coastal waters, analyzing carbon, oxygen, and elemental cycles using large datasets and numerical models. Her research contributes to climate science, environmental science, and earth-atmosphere interactions, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach informed by a background in international studies and meteorology.

Based in 405A Walker Building at Penn State, she integrates meteorological and oceanographic perspectives in her academic and research activities. Her expertise in numerical modeling and environmental pollution control enhances her analysis of coastal systems, aligning with the department's strengths in climate and atmospheric research.