Niels Hovius

Niels Hovius is a Researcher at the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, holding a position in the Staff Scientific Executive Board within the departments of Geomorphology and Geosystems. His work focuses on understanding Earth surface dynamics, particularly in tectonically active regions, with an emphasis on landslides, earthquake impacts, and river systems. Hovius investigates processes linking tectonics, erosion, and climate, including CO2 fluxes, sediment transport, and hydrological interactions. His research employs cutting-edge techniques such as seismic monitoring, isotope geochemistry, and remote sensing.

• Affiliations: GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, Potsdam.
• Key Research Themes: Geomorphology, Geohazards, Tectonics, Geochemistry, Hydrology.

Publications highlight his contributions to understanding earthquake-driven geomorphic changes, riverine organic carbon transport, and the interplay between erosion and carbon cycling. Collaborations include global projects in Taiwan, Nepal, New Zealand, and the Andes.

His work bridges field observations, experimental data, and modeling to address critical questions in Earth surface processes and natural hazard mitigation.