About
Prof. Volker Schmidt is a Professor of Applied Probability and Statistics at Ulm University's Institute of Stochastics (since 1992). His research focuses on stochastic geometry, spatial statistics, and their applications in materials science, energy systems, and geo-risks. He has supervised numerous PhD students and authored/co-authored influential books and over 150 articles.
Education:
- PhD (Dr. rer. nat.), Technical University of Freiberg, 1979
- Habilitation in Mathematics, 1991
Research Interests:
Prof. Schmidt develops stochastic models for analyzing complex spatial data, including 3D microstructure analysis of materials, spatial risk modeling of tropical cyclones, and stochastic networks. His work bridges mathematics with interdisciplinary fields like engineering, physics, and environmental science.
Grants & Collaborations:
- Lead multiple BMBF-funded projects on battery materials and stochastic modeling
- Cooperative projects with industries (e.g., MunichRe, France Telecom)
- International collaborations (e.g., University of Queensland, Charles University)
Awards:
- Scientific Prize of the Polish Secretary of Education (2000)
- Merckle Research Prize (2005)
Labs/Teams: Active in the Ulmer Zentrum für Wissenschaftliches Rechnen (since 2006) and leading interdisciplinary research groups in stochastic geometry and materials science.
