Prof. Dr. Ana Bastos is a Research Professor and Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry (MPI-BGC) in Germany, affiliated with Leipzig University's Institute for Earth System Science and Remote Sensing. She holds a PhD in Geophysical and Geoinformation Science (2015, U. Lisbon) and a BSc+MSc in Environment and Energy Engineering (2011, U. Lisbon). Her research bridges atmospheric science, ecology, and biogeochemistry to study carbon-cycle dynamics, climate extremes, and ecosystem disturbances. She leads major projects such as the ERC Starting Grant-funded ForExD initiative and contributes to global carbon cycle assessments like RECCAP-2. Key roles include membership in the World Climate Research Programme's Safe Landing Climates initiative and leadership in the ICOS-RI Drought Task Force. She has over 40 international conference presentations and organizes sessions at AGU and EGU meetings. Her awards include the EGU Outstanding Early Career Scientist Award (2022) and the Beutenberg Campus Award (2021). She actively mentors early-career researchers through PhD and postdoc programs focused on forest disturbance modeling and remote sensing applications.
Peer Christian Kunstmann is an Adjunct Professor at the Institute of Analysis, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). He teaches advanced mathematics courses for physics, electrical engineering, and mathematics students, including Analysis 4 (2025) and Höhere Mathematik II (2025). His research focuses on functional analysis, partial differential equations, and harmonic analysis. Key topics: Spectral theory, Navier-Stokes equations, and nonlinear Schrödinger equations Co-organized conferences: Parabolic Evolution Equations (2019), Evolution Equations (2010) Recent work explores maximal regularity for parabolic equations, modulation spaces in NLS analysis, and seismic imaging via Radon transforms. Publications span 2015-2023, with collaborations on topics like Banach algebras and inverse problems.
Professor Dörthe Tetzlaff is a leading figure in ecohydrology, serving as Head of Department (A1) Ecohydrology at the Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) and as Full Professor of Ecohydrology at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Geography Department. She also holds an Honorary Professorship at the University of Aberdeen, Scotland. Her work bridges theoretical hydrology with practical applications for water security and environmental management. Professor Tetzlaff's research focuses on ecohydrological processes, particularly using stable water isotopes to understand water cycling, catchment functioning, and landscape connectivity. Her work spans from pristine natural systems to complex urban environments, with particular emphasis on drought resilience, water security, and nature-based solutions. She has pioneered tracer-aided modeling approaches to quantify water storage, fluxes, and ages across the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum. Her publication record shows a clear trend toward increasingly sophisticated integration of multi-tracer approaches with ecohydrological modeling, with recent work focusing on urban systems, drought impacts, and nature-based solutions. The publications demonstrate expertise across hydrology, biogeochemistry, and ecological applications, with strong methodological development in isotope hydrology and modeling techniques. Polubarinova-Kochina Hydrologic Sciences Mid-Career Award of the American Geophysical Union AGU (2024) Water Resource Prize of the Rüdiger Kurt Bode Foundation (2024) Member of the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy of Sciences and Humanities (2023) Fellow of The European Academy of Sciences (2022) Fellow of the Geological Society of America GSA (2020) Professor Tetzlaff actively supervises numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, with her group focusing on cutting-edge ecohydrological research. She leads multiple significant research projects including WETSCAPES2.0, ECCO, ISO-SCALE, and BiNatUr, which address critical questions about water security, climate change impacts, and nature-based solutions in urban environments. Her work is supported by substantial funding from various national and international sources. She leads the Ecohydrology research group at both IGB and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, which employs an integrative approach combining field measurements, isotope techniques, and advanced modeling to understand water dynamics across diverse landscapes. The group collaborates extensively with international partners across Europe, North America, and Asia, contributing to global understanding of hydrological processes.
Prof. Roland Pail is a full Professor of Astronomical and Physical Geodesy at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). He leads the Chair of Astronomical and Physical Geodesy, part of the TUM School of Engineering and Design. His research focuses on physical and numerical geodesy, global/regional gravity field modeling, and satellite gravity missions like GOCE, GRACE, and future initiatives like MAGIC. He has held leadership roles, including President of IAG Commission 2 (2015–2019) and Vice Dean of TUM's Department of Aerospace and Geodesy. Pail earned his doctorate (sub auspiciis praesidentis) from TU Graz (1999) and habilitation in 2002. He is a Fellow of the International Association of Geodesy and has received numerous awards for his contributions to geodesy. His work integrates satellite data with geophysical modeling to monitor mass transport processes (e.g., ocean circulation, ice melt) and Earth's interior dynamics. He collaborates internationally on missions such as the DFG Research Training Group UPLIFT and the MAGIC constellation. Key publications include gravity field models (e.g., XGM2016, GOCO06s) and studies on future mission design, stochastic modeling, and climate monitoring. Pail’s scientific awards include the IAG Fellowship (2011), Young Authors Award (2006), and the Allmer-Löschner Prize (2000). His research also addresses quantum sensor applications in satellite gravimetry and the development of next-generation gravity field retrieval techniques.
Patrick Henkel is a Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) affiliated with the TUM School of Engineering and Design and the Chair of Communication and Navigation. He holds a professorship in Satellite Geodesy under Prof. Hugentobler. His research focuses on advanced positioning technologies, including Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), autonomous systems, and sensor fusion. He develops algorithms for precise positioning in challenging environments such as urban areas, alpine regions, and indoor spaces. His work also extends to environmental applications, such as snow hydrology and climate monitoring using GNSS signals. Henkel’s contributions include innovations in real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning, UAV navigation, and multi-sensor integration for robotics and autonomous vehicles. His research is supported by collaborations with industry and academic partners, addressing both theoretical and applied challenges in geodesy and navigation. Henkel leads projects on GNSS signal processing, satellite-based environmental monitoring, and autonomous driving technologies. He has contributed to the Galileo HAS service and developed methodologies for snow water equivalent estimation using multi-frequency GNSS signals. His expertise spans hardware-software co-design for navigation systems and algorithm optimization for high-precision positioning in dynamic environments. He actively publishes in top-tier journals and conferences, with a focus on advancing the reliability and accuracy of navigation systems across various domains. His advising and grants include funding for projects on sensor fusion, UAV-based measurements, and satellite receiver development. He collaborates with teams at TUM’s Navigation Lab and the Professur für Satellitengeodäsie, contributing to both academic and industrial applications. His work on low-bandwidth RTK dissemination and laser-tracker verified UAV positioning highlights his commitment to bridging theoretical advancements with real-world implementation.
Prof. Serge A. Shapiro is a Full Professor of Geophysics at Freie Universität Berlin since 1999 and Director of the PHASE consortium since 2004. He holds a Diploma in Applied Geophysics from Lomonosov Moscow State University (1982), a PhD from the Moscow Research Institute of Geosystems (1987), and a Habilitation from Karlsruhe University (1995). His research focuses on seismogenic processes, induced seismicity, rock physics, and subduction zone dynamics, with applications to geothermal energy, CO2 storage, and hydraulic fracturing. Education: Diploma in Applied Geophysics, Lomonosov Moscow State University (1982) PhD in Geophysics, Moscow Research Institute of Geosystems (1987) Habilitation, Karlsruhe University (1995) Research Interests: Induced seismicity from fluid operations CO2 storage and hydraulic fracturing risks Seismic hazard assessment Rock physics under stress Key Contributions: Developed the Seismogenic Index Model for induced earthquakes Pioneered DAS-based seismic monitoring techniques Advanced understanding of fault stability and pressure diffusion effects Awards: Virgil Kauffman Gold Medal (2013) for work in microseismic monitoring and rock physics Grants & Projects: PHASE consortium leader (2004–present) Utah FORGE EGS project advisor Labs/Teams: Seismology Group, Freie Universität Berlin PHASE university consortium
Dr. Gaël Kermarrec is a researcher at the Boundary Layer Meteorology Group , part of the Institute of Meteorology and Climatology within the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at Leibniz University Hannover . His work focuses on atmospheric turbulence, GNSS applications, and remote sensing for environmental monitoring. Boundary layer meteorology Turbulence theory GNSS signal processing Terrestrial laser scanning Climate change impacts Geodetic time series analysis His research integrates advanced mathematical models like LR B-splines and Matérn covariance with large eddy simulations to study: Atmospheric turbulence effects on optical/GNSS signals Hydrospheric mass loading Deformation analysis of terrain/port infrastructure Climatic sea-level changes Machine learning for remote sensing The 15 most recent articles (2025-2023) demonstrate his focus on: GNSS-based turbulence detection AI-enhanced climate mapping Advanced surface approximation techniques Multi-sensor data fusion Stochastic modeling of geodetic observations Environmental impacts on optical measurements He has developed tools like the Klimascanner QGIS plugin for urban climate resilience and contributes to: Understanding atmospheric scale lengths Improving TLS/GNSS deformation monitoring Analyzing hydrospheric changes Wavefront modeling Ionospheric corrections
Rupert Klein is a Professor at Freie Universität Berlin in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science , specializing in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics . His research spans atmospheric dynamics, numerical methods, and gas dynamics of combustion. Research Interests : Geophysical Fluid Dynamics and Atmospheric Modeling Multiscale Asymptotic Analysis Wave Propagation and Turbulence Combustion and Pressure Gain Combustion Climate Dynamics and Data Assimilation Scientific Awards : DRS Award for Excellent Supervision (2014) ECMWF Fellowship (renewed 2017) His recent work includes multiscale models for atmospheric flows, vortex dynamics, and combustion processes. Key collaborations involve DFG SPP 1276, CRC 1029 (TurbIn), and CRC 1114 (SCCS) projects. He contributes to numerical methods for low-Mach-number flows and geophysical simulations.
Prof. Florian Zaussinger is a faculty member at the Faculty of Applied Computer and Life Sciences at Mittweida University of Applied Sciences. His research focuses on thermal convection, fluid dynamics, and numerical simulations in both geophysical and astrophysical contexts. He has contributed extensively to studies on microgravity experiments, including the GeoFlow and AtmoFlow projects conducted on the International Space Station (ISS). University: Mittweida University of Applied Sciences Faculty: Applied Computer and Life Sciences Department: Mathematics Contact: +49 3727 58-1381 | florian.zaussinger@hs-mittweida.de | Building 6, Room 6-131 His research involves advanced numerical modeling of complex fluid systems, including spherical convection, dielectric heating, and double-diffusive processes. He has developed and applied computational tools like the ANTARES code to simulate convection in DA white dwarfs, planetary atmospheres, and Earth's mantle. His work bridges theoretical fluid mechanics with experimental validation in space-based microgravity environments. Recent publications highlight his expertise in thermo-electrohydrodynamic convection, planetary fluid flow analysis, and microgravity-induced instabilities. While the scraped data does not list scientific awards or students directly, his academic profile emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with engineering and life sciences, particularly in applied mathematics for fluid dynamics and experimental data processing.
Prof. Jürgen Müller is a Full Professor at the Institute of Geodesy, Leibniz University Hannover, leading research in physical geodesy, satellite gravimetry, and relativistic geodesy. He holds positions as Executive Director of the Institute and contributes to global geodetic initiatives like the Global Geodetic Observing System (GGOS). His work focuses on advancing quantum technologies for Earth observation, including cold atom interferometry and optical clocks, to enhance gravity field measurements and test fundamental physics principles. Research Interests: Müller's expertise spans gravimetric Earth observation, lunar laser ranging (LLR), relativistic geodesy, and the application of quantum sensors in space missions. His team explores novel sensor concepts for future satellite gravimetry, such as hybrid accelerometers and gravity gradiometry systems, addressing challenges in climate monitoring and Earth system dynamics. Publications Overview: His recent work emphasizes quantum accelerometers for satellite missions, deployable solar panels for GRACE-like satellites, and LLR-based tests of general relativity. Key contributions include improving Earth rotation parameter estimation and exploring optical clock networks for height system unification. Grants & Collaborations: Müller collaborates on international projects like the CARIOQA quantum pathfinder mission and the GENESIS space observatory. He leads teams in simulating quantum sensor performance and analyzing LLR data for lunar and Earth dynamics studies. Labs/Teams: As head of the Institute of Geodesy, he oversees research groups working on quantum gravimetry, space geodesy, and geodetic reference systems, leveraging facilities like the 10-meter atom interferometer at Hannover.
Prof. Philipp Reiss is a Professor of Lunar and Planetary Exploration Technologies at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), part of the TUM School of Engineering and Design. His academic journey includes a doctorate in lunar exploration (2018) and postdoctoral leadership of a research group, followed by ESA work on lunar mission instruments. He was appointed to his current role in 2022. Education: Bachelor's/Master's in Aerospace Engineering from Bremen University of Applied Sciences and TUM Doctorate in Lunar Exploration (TUM, 2018) Research Focus: Development of instruments for in-situ resource characterization (e.g., water detection on the Moon) Simulation of heat/mass transport in extraterrestrial environments Technologies for extreme environment exploration Legal and ethical frameworks for space resource utilization Recent Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes lunar water cycle analysis, space resource extraction technologies, and ESA mission instrument development. Key projects include PROSPECT payload design and thermal extraction of volatiles from regolith. Awards and Roles: ERC Grant Awardee (2024), Honorary Fellow at TUM Institute for Advanced Study Principal Investigator at ORIGINS Excellence Cluster (2022–present) Member of ESA’s PROSPECT science team (2019–present) Contributions to UN space resource legal discussions Advising & Grants: Supervises research projects on lunar rover systems and resource utilization. Secured funding through ERC grants and ESA collaborations. Advises on international space policy initiatives. Labs/Teams: Leads the Lunar and Planetary Exploration Professorship group at TUM, collaborating with ESA, JAXA, and the European Lunar Symposium. Active in developing planetary exploration tools like the PROSPECT permittivity sensor and MULE instrumentation.
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Ethan Williams is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz, Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences. His research focuses on distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) applications in seismology, oceanography, and environmental monitoring, particularly studying wave dynamics, subduction geohazards, and ocean-solid Earth interactions. Ph.D. in Geophysics, California Institute of Technology (2023) M.S. in Geophysics, California Institute of Technology (2019) B.S. in Geophysics and B.A. in Music, Stanford University (2017) Research Interests: Williams specializes in DAS technology, subduction zone geohazards, surface wave dynamics, and ocean-solid Earth coupling. His work bridges seismic monitoring, marine geophysics, and environmental sensing. Publication Trends: His recent articles emphasize DAS innovation for offshore seismic monitoring, wave propagation analysis, and integrating fiber-optic data with conventional measurements. Themes include earthquake detection, climate change impacts, and multi-scale ocean dynamics. Scientific Awards: 2022 SSA Student Presentation Award for 'Continuous seismic monitoring of a building over 20 years' Advising & Collaboration: Williams collaborates with institutions like the University of Washington and Caltech, working on NSF-funded projects such as the Ocean Observatories Initiative. He invites prospective students/postdocs to contact him via email.
Prof. Hansjörg Kutterer is a Professor and Dean at the KIT-Department of Civil Engineering, Geo and Environmental Sciences at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). His primary affiliation is with KIT's Department of Civil Engineering, Geo and Environmental Sciences. He leads geodetic research initiatives focusing on Earth observation systems, atmospheric modeling, and geophysical data analysis. His research emphasizes advanced applications of GNSS, InSAR, and satellite gravimetry for monitoring climate-related phenomena such as water vapor dynamics, terrestrial water storage changes, and ground motion patterns. Key projects include developing machine learning-enhanced models for tropospheric delay corrections and integrated water vapor estimation in the Upper Rhine Graben region. Prof. Kutterer actively contributes to international geodetic frameworks like the Global Geodetic Observing System (GGOS), particularly through DA-CH regional collaborations. His work bridges geodetic methodologies with interdisciplinary challenges in climate science and environmental engineering. He oversees departmental operations as Dean, fostering innovation in geospatial education and infrastructure. His technical expertise spans geodetic deformation analysis, statistical robust estimation, and the integration of geophysical models with observational data.
Dr. Lea Scharff is a Staff Scientist in Volcanology at the University of Hamburg, affiliated with the Center for Earth System Research and Sustainability (CEN) and the Department of Geophysics. She holds a PhD in Volcanology from the University of Hamburg (2012) and a Diplom in Geophysics (2006). Her research focuses on volcanic ash cloud modeling, volcano monitoring systems, and Doppler radar technology development for eruption dynamics analysis. She leads the development of software for volcano radar data processing and collaborates with Metek GmbH on radar innovations. Education: 2006: Diplom in Geophysics, University of Hamburg 2012: PhD in Volcanology, University of Hamburg Research Interests: Her work emphasizes understanding volcanic systems' physics to improve hazard mitigation. Key areas include Doppler radar analysis of eruption plumes, interdisciplinary data integration, and real-time monitoring tools. She investigates volcanic ash transport, pyroclastic density currents, and eruption mechanisms using radar, thermography, and numerical models. Grants & Projects: Lead developer of volcano radar software under DFG-funded projects Collaborator on Sakurajima volcano electrification studies (Japan) Member of MeMoVolc international workshop on volcanic data integration Labs/Teams: Physical Volcanology Group at the University of Hamburg Institute of Geophysics. Active in field installations of radar networks at volcanoes like Colima (Mexico) and Turrialba (Costa Rica).
Prof. Dieter H.H. Hoffmann is a distinguished academic in the Department of Physics , specializing in high-energy physics, dark matter detection, and plasma-based fusion research. His work focuses on particle astrophysics, including axion searches via helioscopes like CAST, nuclear fusion mechanisms (particularly proton-boron reactions), and plasma dynamics in extreme conditions. He collaborates on major projects such as the Cherenkov Telescope Array (CTA) for gamma-ray astronomy and heavy-ion beam experiments at facilities like FAIR. Research interests include: Dark matter axion detection and theoretical modeling Proton-boron fusion as an alternative energy pathway Plasma interactions in high-intensity laser and beam experiments Stopping power and beam transport in dense matter High-energy-density physics for inertial confinement fusion Recent work highlights advancements in: CAST experiment sensitivity improvements for solar axions Experimental validation of proton-boron fusion yields in dense plasmas Development of NectarCAM cameras for CTA's gamma-ray detection Simulation of proton beam dynamics in solid-state materials His contributions bridge fundamental physics with applied research in energy and detector technology, with active involvement in international collaborations like CTA and FAIR experiments.
