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Professor Dr. Prof. h.c. Thomas M.J. Möllers holds the Chair for Civil Law, Commercial Law, European Law, International Private Law and Comparative Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Augsburg. As a full professor, he leads research and teaching in multiple legal disciplines with a particular focus on German and European financial regulation, corporate law, and legal methodology. His work bridges traditional legal scholarship with contemporary challenges posed by digitalization and globalization. Professor Möllers' research interests span German and European Capital Markets law, German and European Company Law, Legal methods, Comparative Law, European Union Law, and Competition Law. His scholarly work demonstrates exceptional breadth, connecting doctrinal legal analysis with practical applications in evolving regulatory environments. He has made significant contributions to understanding the interface between national legal systems and EU regulation, particularly in financial markets. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on capital markets regulation, particularly regarding the Wirecard scandal and auditor liability, consumer protection in e-commerce, data protection across different legal systems, and the impact of AI on legal methodology. The trajectory of his work shows increasing engagement with comparative legal analysis between European, American, and Chinese legal systems, reflecting his growing international influence. TOP 1% Most Cited Books (2019-2023) - Legal Translations in China for his 'Legal Methodology' Honorary Professor at Central South University, Changsha, Hunan (2024) Professor Möllers has mentored numerous successful legal scholars who have gone on to academic and professional careers, including Dr. Liuhua Shen (now a professor at Jiangsu University), Dr. Maximilian Merwald, and Dr. Lisa Wolf. His research is supported by various grants, including DAAD funding for US exchange programs and participation in the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence - INspiRE on consumer protection, capital markets, and competition law enforcement. He leads the Research Center of Innovation and Legal Studies between China and Europe (RICE) and is actively involved in the Caplaw initiative, which provides resources on European and national business law. His work connects legal scholarship with practical applications through podcasts, student research showcases, and collaborative projects across multiple legal systems.

• German and European Capital Markets law
• German and European Company Law
• Legal methods
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Lisa Soder serves as Senior Policy Researcher and Acting Head of Technical AI Governance at Interface, a leading European tech policy think tank, and is an incoming Visiting Research Fellow at Stanford University's Intelligent Systems Laboratory within the School of Engineering. She holds a Master's degree from the London School of Economics focusing on comparative transatlantic approaches to technology regulation and competition law, and brings prior experience from the Centre for the Governance of AI, Boston Consulting Group, and global health NGO work in Ethiopia. Her research centers on establishing AI accountability infrastructures with particular emphasis on developing third-party auditing ecosystems and bridging technical and regulatory aspects of AI governance. She has developed a taxonomy for Technical AI Governance organized along technical targets (Data, Compute, Algorithms and Models, Deployment) and governance capacities (Assessment, Access, Verification, Security, Operationalization, Ecosystem Monitoring). Her work examines open problems across these dimensions, highlighting the critical need for technical tools to support effective AI governance. Analysis of her publications reveals a strong focus on practical implementation challenges in AI regulation, particularly regarding the EU AI Act's provisions for general-purpose AI systems. Her research consistently addresses the gap between policy aspirations and technical capabilities, with particular attention to verification mechanisms, risk assessment frameworks, and the development of technical infrastructure necessary for oversight. She advocates for closer collaboration between technical experts and policymakers to ensure governance mechanisms are both feasible and effective. Lisa has been actively engaged in high-level policy discussions, participating in events such as the AI Action Summit in Paris, Sino-German Track 2 Dialogues on AI governance, and expert briefings on frontier AI systems. Her upcoming visiting research fellowship at Stanford University represents a formal academic affiliation that complements her policy-focused work at Interface.

• Artificial Intelligence Governance
• AI Policy
• AI Regulation
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Dr. Jonathan Gair is a Group Leader in the Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity Division at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam, Germany. Previously, he served as Professor of Astrostatistics at the University of Edinburgh (2018-2019) and as Reader (Associate Professor) in Statistics at the same institution (2015-2018). Dr. Gair's research focuses on gravitational wave data analysis and its applications to cosmology and fundamental physics. His work spans multiple areas of gravitational wave astronomy, with particular emphasis on: Developing and applying new methodologies for gravitational wave data analysis Using gravitational wave observations to derive cosmological parameters, particularly the Hubble constant Developing data analysis tools for the LISA space-based gravitational wave detector Exploring the scientific potential of gravitational wave observations for testing general relativity Creating computationally efficient techniques for parameter inference in gravitational wave astronomy Dr. Gair plays a leading role within the LIGO/Virgo collaboration in deriving cosmological constraints from gravitational wave observations. He currently chairs the LISA Science Group, overseeing the development of data analysis tools for the planned ESA-led LISA mission. His research has significantly contributed to our understanding of how gravitational wave observations can serve as "standard sirens" for measuring cosmic distances and probing the expansion history of the universe. Dr. Gair's work involves both theoretical development and practical application of data analysis techniques. He has developed methods for handling selection effects in rate estimation of gravitational wave events, techniques for mapping gravitational wave backgrounds using methods adapted from cosmic microwave background analysis, and approaches for incorporating model uncertainties into gravitational wave parameter estimation.

• Gravitational Wave Data Analysis
• Cosmological Parameter Estimation
• LISA Data Analysis
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Harald Pfeiffer is a Professor at the University of Potsdam and Group Leader in the Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity department at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam. His research focuses on numerical relativity and gravitational wave astrophysics, particularly simulations of black hole and neutron star mergers to interpret observations from detectors like LIGO and Virgo. He holds a PhD from Cornell University and has held academic roles at the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (2009–2017). Notably, he was elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society in 2023 for his contributions to numerical relativity. His expertise includes developing computational tools to solve Einstein’s equations on supercomputers and analyzing gravitational wave data. Key interests include understanding spacetime behavior during mergers, improving waveform models, and preparing for future detectors like LISA. He collaborates extensively with international initiatives such as the LIGO Scientific Collaboration. Selected Awards: Fellow of the American Physical Society (2023) Research and Grants: His work bridges theoretical advances and observational data, contributing to waveform catalogs and detector sensitivity improvements. He leads a team advancing numerical relativity techniques for next-generation gravitational wave astronomy. Labs/Teams: Leads the Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity group at the Max Planck Institute, fostering interdisciplinary research in gravitational wave science.

• Numerical Relativity
• Gravitational Wave Astronomy
• Black Hole Dynamics
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Laura Marie Edinger-Schons is a full Professor of Sustainable Business and Chief Sustainability Officer at the University of Hamburg , where she leads research at the intersection of Sustainable Management and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) . Her work explores organizational contributions to sustainable development through employee engagement, digital social innovation, and new work paradigms. Education : Master's Degree in Economics and Business Management (2001-2007) and Doctoral Degree (2007-2011) from Ruhr-University Bochum Academic Positions : Since 2022 at University of Hamburg; 2016-2022 Professor of Sustainable Business at University of Mannheim Her research focuses on employee sustainability behaviors , corporate digital responsibility , and social entrepreneurship , often contextualized within luxury sectors and digital economies. Recent publications analyze stakeholder democracy , sharing economy ethics , and CSR in urban sustainability projects . Key trends in her 2018-2022 publications include: Measuring social/environmental impacts CSR communication via social media Psychological ownership in urban data transparency Normative feedback for pro-environmental behavior Awards include: 2014 Overall Best Paper Award (AMA Winter Conference) 2016 German Science Prize for industry collaboration 2018 Roman Herzog Research Prize 2019 Capital Magazine's Top 40 under 40 As advisor to doctoral student Lisa Pfeiffer, she supervises projects like sMArt roots (Mannheim urban sustainability impact measurement). Her work spans grants for digital responsibility research and collaborations with marketing/sociology disciplines.

• Sustainable Business Management
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Social Entrepreneurship
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Prof. Dr. Gabriele Abels is a Full Professor of Comparative Politics and European Integration at the Institute of Political Science, University of Tübingen, within the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences. She has held a Jean Monnet Chair since 2011 and served as Director of the Jean Monnet Center of Excellence PRRIDE (2015–2018) and President of the German Political Science Association (DVPW) from 2012 to 2015. Since 2021, she has been a member of the Constitutional Court of Baden-Württemberg, underscoring her significant role in public and academic life. Research Interests: Her research spans Comparative Politics , European Integration , Gender Studies , Federalism , and EU Governance . She investigates the role of regional parliaments, gender equality policy, democratization, and the legitimacy of EU institutions, with a focus on the Conference on the Future of Europe and the von der Leyen Commission. Her work integrates feminist theory into European integration studies, analyzing gendered dimensions of leadership, representation, and policy-making. Recent Publications: Her most recent scholarly contributions examine masculinities in post-conflict settings, gender and intersectionality in the 2021 German election, and the EU's gender equality strategy. She has also published extensively on regional governance, parliamentary scrutiny, and historical perspectives on women's political representation. Her work appears in journals like Peacebuilding , Journal of Common Market Studies , and The Journal of Legislative Studies , and in edited volumes on gender and EU politics. Scientific Awards and Honors: Jean Monnet Chair 'ad personam' (since 2011) President, German Political Science Association (2012–2015) Director, Jean Monnet Center of Excellence PRRIDE (2015–2018) Member, Constitutional Court of Baden-Württemberg (since 2021) Advising and Grants: She has supervised numerous Master's theses in the 'Democracy and Governance in Europe' (MADRE) program and led funded research projects, including the Jean Monnet Center of Excellence. She has participated in EU-funded initiatives such as Erasmus+ and organized student excursions to Brussels, facilitating direct engagement with EU institutions and practitioners. Her leadership roles in research centers and academic associations reflect sustained grant and institutional support. Labs and Teams: She leads research within the Institute of Political Science and collaborates with the European Center for Research on Federalism. She has coordinated the PRRIDE research center and works with a team including Dr. Martin Große Hüttmann, Dr. Lisa Damaschke-Deitrick, and other scholars. Her work involves close collaboration with international partners and visiting scholars, fostering a dynamic research environment focused on European integration and governance.

• Comparative Politics
• European Integration
• Gender Studies
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Kai Schmitz is a theoretical physicist affiliated with the University of Münster, specializing in the intersection of particle physics and cosmology. His research focuses on understanding fundamental aspects of the early universe, dark matter, and gravitational phenomena through theoretical frameworks. His primary research interests include: Cosmological implications of particle physics models Axion physics and its role in dark matter and inflation Gravitational wave signatures from cosmological phase transitions Leptogenesis and baryon asymmetry of the universe Neutrino physics and its cosmological implications Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on connecting theoretical particle physics with observable cosmological phenomena. His work often explores how physics beyond the Standard Model could leave detectable imprints in gravitational wave experiments like LISA and pulsar timing arrays. He has made significant contributions to understanding how axion physics could explain dark matter and baryon asymmetry, and how cosmic strings might produce detectable gravitational wave signals. Dr. Schmitz has received recognition through numerous publications in high-impact journals including: Journal of High Energy Physics Physical Review Letters Physical Review D Journal of Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics His collaborative work extends across international boundaries, with contributions to major projects like the LISA Cosmology Working Group and the International Pulsar Timing Array Collaboration. His research bridges theoretical developments with potential observational tests, positioning him at the forefront of modern theoretical cosmology.

• Cosmology
• Particle Physics
• Gravitational Waves
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Soraya de Chadarevian is a Professor in the Department of History and the Institute for Society and Genetics at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). With an advanced degree (Diplom) in Biology from the University of Freiburg and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Konstanz, she bridges biological sciences and humanities. Prior to joining UCLA, she held positions as a senior research associate and affiliated lecturer at the University of Cambridge (1991–2006), where she remains an affiliated scholar. PhD in Philosophy, University of Konstanz Advanced degree (Diplom) in Biology, University of Freiburg Research Interests: De Chadarevian specializes in the history of life sciences in the 20th and 21st centuries, with a focus on molecular biology, human genetics, and material/visual practices in science. Her work examines intersections between scientific, institutional, and cultural developments, including the rise of genetic evidence in historical narratives and the role of databases. Collaborations & Current Projects: She collaborates with Lisa Onaga in the Proteins and Fibers: Scaffolding History with Molecular Signatures working group (2018–2025) and contributes to the Commoning Biology Working Group's Special Issue on Research Interviews. Recent research traces the global history of radioactive strontium as a pollutant and explores its scientific and societal implications. Scientific Awards National Science Foundation Scholar Award (2015-2021) Fellowships at Walther Rathenau Program, Max Planck Institute, La Villette, École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales, Hamburg Institute, Churchill College Cambridge, and University of Edinburgh Teaching: She offers courses on genetics and society , science as a way of knowing , and both introductory and advanced history of science, technology, and medicine courses at UCLA.

• History of Science
• History of Molecular Biology
• Biomedical Sciences
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Dr. Sonja Isabel Veith is a Scientific Staff member at the Institute for Special Education, Faculty of Philosophy, Leibniz University Hannover. Her work focuses on research and teaching in the fields of scientific and technical education, with a strong emphasis on phenomenography and inclusive didactics. Phenomenographic Research Science Education Physics & Computer Science Teaching Biomedical Optics Artificial Intelligence Applications Educational Background: M.Sc. in Physics (minor: Meteorology), Leibniz University Hannover B.Sc. in Physics (minor: Computer Science), Leibniz University Hannover Fellow of the International Max Planck Research School on Gravitational Wave Astronomy Dr. Veith's research explores children's perceptions of physics concepts like sound, interdisciplinary science education, and racism-critical teaching methods. She has developed innovative didactic approaches for visualizing sound and integrating computational thinking in elementary education. Her publications show a consistent focus on: Phenomenographic analysis of science concepts Physics education in elementary schools Interdisciplinary teaching methods AI applications in sensor data analysis Historical and societal contexts in science Inclusive didactic frameworks Scientific Honors: Fellow of the International Max Planck Research School on Gravitational Wave Astronomy Dr. Veith has collaborated extensively across disciplines, working with institutions such as the Albert Einstein Institute and Laser Zentrum Hannover. Her career spans multiple domains including physics, computer science, biomedical optics, and educational theory.

• Science Education
• Phenomenography
• Physics Education
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Dr. Lisa Merten is a Senior Researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans Bredow Institute (HBI), where she leads computational social science projects like POLTRACK, examining the relationship between information repertoires and political polarization. She also coordinates the DFG-funded 'Public Connection' project, exploring how users engage with diverse publics through media practices. Her research focuses on digital media environments, algorithm-driven personalization, and the impact of social media on news consumption and public opinion. Education : - Studied Communication Science at Universität Leipzig, TU Dresden, Universiteit van Amsterdam, and Boston University - German Academic Scholarship Foundation recipient Research Interests : - Algorithmic publics and personalization - Political information seeking and polarization - Digital methods for media analysis - Journalism and online commentary dynamics Key Projects : - Co-led the POLTRACK project with GESIS and universities of Bremen/Konstanz - Investigated Instagram influencers' reach in 'Media Use and Social Cohesion' with Hannah Immler - Pioneered browser data donation methods in journalism studies Awards : - 2021 Digital Journalism 'Article of the Year' for work on social media news curation Teaching : - Held part-time junior professorship in Computational Social Science at University of Konstanz (2021) - Taught at University of Hamburg, Augsburg, and Kiel University of Applied Sciences Labs/Teams : - Core member of HBI's Computational Social Science team - Collaborates with GESIS, Bremen/Konstanz universities, and international partners

• Digital Media Studies
• Political Communication
• Algorithmic Personalization
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Matthias Haeckel is a Senior Scientist at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research in Kiel, Germany, affiliated with the Research Division 2: Marine Biogeochemistry and the research unit Marine Geosystems. He has held this position since 2005 and is actively involved in leading and contributing to major international research initiatives focused on marine biogeochemical cycles, deep-sea processes, and environmental sustainability. Research interests include marine biogeochemical cycles and early diagenesis, methane dynamics in marine environments (gas hydrates, cold seeps, mud volcanoes), fluid and gas transport in sediments, environmental impacts of deep-sea mining, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and microplastic pollution. His work integrates numerical transport-reaction and thermodynamic modeling , analysis of porewater and sediment data from global research cruises, and high-pressure laboratory experiments using Raman and NMR spectroscopy. The publication trends show a strong focus on environmental impacts of deep-sea mining, carbon dioxide storage in marine sediments, and methane hydrate systems. His recent work emphasizes sustainability, climate change mitigation, and ecosystem conservation, with a multidisciplinary approach combining geochemistry, modeling, and field observations. Feodor Lynen Postdoctoral Fellowship of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Matthias Haeckel has advised multiple PhD and Master’s students, including Schreiber, Lukas; Legoix, Ludovic; and Vielstädte, Lisa. He has secured and led numerous research grants, including MiningImpact , GEOSTOR , SUGAR , ECO2 , and MIDAS , funded by national and international agencies. His research cruises span the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Arctic Oceans, focusing on gas hydrates, CO₂ seepage, and deep-sea mining sites. He is actively involved in teaching, offering courses such as Modeling of Biogeochemical Processes I+II and a literature seminar on Marine Geosystems within the Master’s programs in Geosciences and Marine Geosciences. He leads a research group that includes postdoctoral researchers (Deusner, Christian; Kossel, Elke) and a technician (Nau, Philipp), fostering a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment.

• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Early Diagenesis
• Methane in Marine Environments
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Prof. Dr. Lisa Schmidt is a Professor at the Nursing Science Department of Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences , affiliated with the College of Social Work & Health . Her research focuses on qualitative research methods , chronic and life-limiting conditions , and interprofessional collaboration in care settings. PhD in Nursing Science, Philosophisch-Theologische Hochschule Vallendar (2021) M.Sc. in Public Health, Hochschule Fulda (2013) Diploma in Nursing, Fachhochschule Frankfurt am Main (2010) Her recent publications span AI in long-term care , competency communication in nursing , and methodological approaches to dementia care . She leads projects like DAVOS (depression in elderly care) and APW dual Plus (nursing education development). She is a member of the German Society for Pflege (DGP) and co-leads the FUTURE AGING research center. Current Projects: DAVOS : Collaborative care models for depression in elderly homes APW dual Plus : Enhancing vocational-nursing education DATI-pilot : Digital assistive technologies in caregiving Her work emphasizes person-centered care , digitalization in healthcare , and interdisciplinary training programs , with applications in geriatric , mental health , and public health policy contexts.

• Nursing Science
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Chronic and Life-Limiting Conditions
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Lisa Musculus is a post-doctoral researcher at the Psychological Institute, Department of Performance Psychology, German Sport University Cologne. She holds a PhD in Psychology and is actively involved in research, teaching, and PhD supervision. Her work spans sport psychology, cognitive-motor development, and performance science, with strong interdisciplinary applications. Education: M.Sc. in Psychology, University of Cologne and University of Konstanz Dr. in Psychology, German Sport University Cologne Her research focuses on the interaction between cognitive and motor processes in sports, particularly in children and youth. She explores how these processes develop and contribute to expertise in sports such as soccer, climbing, table tennis, and esports. Using a developmental embodied-cognition framework, she conducts experimental, longitudinal, and training studies, integrating cognitive testing, motor assessment (including Vicon), and psychophysiological data. Her work has practical implications for talent identification, individualized training, and health and education programs. Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in decision-making, reinvestment under pressure, and perceptual-cognitive development in youth athletes. Topics include meta-analyses on option generation, psychophysiological reviews of reinvestment, and biomechanical studies of climbing expertise. Scientific Awards: Best Dissertation Award (Life Sciences), German Sport University Cologne, 2019 Member, Young Academy of the Academy of Sciences and Arts NRW, 2023 Early Career Research Prize, German Society of Sport Psychology, 2014 ASP Poster Prize (2nd Place), 2017 Health Psychology Congress Poster Prize, 2015 Lisa Musculus supervises several PhD students working on elite female sports performance, soccer decision-making, perceptual-cognitive development, reinvestment, and esports cognition. She is also involved in major research projects such as 'in:prove', 'Climbing to yourself', and collaborations with professional clubs like 1.FC Köln and DSC Arminia Bielefeld. She teaches courses in motor learning, sport psychology, health psychology, and research methods. Labs and Teams: She is part of the research group led by Prof. Markus Raab and collaborates extensively within the Department of Performance Psychology. Her work is embedded in the 'Mind in Motion' profile focus and involves interdisciplinary teams using advanced motor and cognitive assessment tools.

• Sport Psychology
• Cognitive-Motor Development
• Decision Making in Sports
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Matthias Holschneider serves as a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Potsdam, maintaining active research and teaching roles with contact details including office space 2.09.1.20, phone +49 331 977-1663, and dual email addresses. His research integrates wavelet analysis with geophysical applications, specializing in geomagnetism, magnetic satellite mission data modeling (CHAMP and Swarm), and earthquake physics. This work bridges advanced mathematical techniques with real-world Earth science challenges, particularly in interpreting complex geophysical datasets through signal processing frameworks. Prof. Holschneider supervises academic projects for Diploma, Master's, and PhD candidates as indicated by his project propositions. His recent teaching includes Wavelet Analysis and Java programming courses, with documented instruction during Winter Semester 2014/15. The Department of Mathematics secretariat, managed by Lisa Franz (lfranz@uni-potsdam.de, +49 331 977-1500), handles administrative coordination for his activities.

• Wavelets
• Geomagnetism
• Earthquake Physics
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Dr. Lisa Majewski is a research associate at the Chair of Human Geography (Lehrstuhl für Geographie und Regionalforschung) within the Institute of Geography and Geology at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg. Since 2017 she has contributed to the university's research and teaching portfolio, specialising in the regional economics of nature tourism and protected-area management. Education & Training 2022 – Dr. rer. nat., Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (Dissertation on regional economic impact analysis of tourism in protected areas) 2017 – M.Sc. Applied Human Geography, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg 2015 – B.Sc. Geography, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg Research Focus Dr. Majewski’s work centres on quantifying the regional economic effects of tourism within Germany’s National Natural Landscapes (National Parks, Biosphere Reserves and Nature Parks). She employs advanced input-output modelling and multi-regional analysis to capture value-added, employment and multiplier effects arising from visitor expenditure. Her projects integrate methodological standardisation, policy-oriented monitoring and comparative international perspectives (e.g., US National Park Service collaboration). Current investigations include the development of a nationwide input-output application for continuous monitoring of tourism value-added across all 16 German federal states, funded by the German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU). Earlier work encompassed comprehensive socio-economic assessments for UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and pilot valuations of nature park tourism. Selected Projects & Grants Monitoring value-added from nature tourism in National Natural Landscapes (€168,600, 2024-2025, PI) Regional economic effects and Total Economic Valuation of tourism in Nature Parks (€508,000, 2020-2024, Co-I) Methodological advancement of multi-regional IO-analysis for nature tourism (€125,000, 2022-2023, Co-I) Socio-economic effects of tourism in German UNESCO Biosphere Reserves (€545,000, 2016-2022, Co-I) Potential analysis of nature tourism in the Black Forest Biosphere Region (€125,000, 2015-2021, Co-I) Labs & Collaboration She conducts her research within the Human Geography Research Group at Würzburg, working closely with Prof. Dr. Hubert Job as project leader and mentoring junior researchers. Extended research stays at the United States National Park Service and US Geological Survey in Fort Collins, Colorado (2019 & 2023) underpin strong transatlantic collaboration on methodological harmonisation and comparative studies.

• Regional economic impact analysis of tourism
• Input-output modelling
• Economics of protected areas
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