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• Marine Biology
• Phycology
• Diatom Taxonomy
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Angela Wulff serves as Professor in the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences at the University of Gothenburg, where she leads research at the intersection of marine phycology and environmental change. Her work spans fundamental diatom taxonomy and applied biotechnology, with field sites spanning the Arctic, Antarctic, Baltic Sea, and Iraqi wetlands. As host of the 'Algpodden' podcast and contributor to educational initiatives like 'Bring the ocean to the classroom,' she actively bridges academic research and public engagement. Professor Wulff's research program centers on three interconnected domains: Diatom Biodiversity : Describing new species (e.g., Gomphonema from Iraqi hot springs, Craspedostauros from Swedish coasts) and documenting ecological shifts in polar regions Environmental Stress Physiology : Investigating UV radiation, climate change, and pollution impacts on microalgal communities through photophysiological and community ecology approaches Applied Phycology : Developing sustainable technologies using diatom structures for biophotonics and carbon capture, notably through the Swedish Algae Factory start-up Her work uniquely combines polar field expeditions with laboratory innovation, examining how microalgal communities respond to multiple stressors in changing oceans. Analysis of her 39+ publications (2016-2025) reveals consistent focus on diatom taxonomy (45% of work), physiological responses to environmental change (35%), and biotechnology applications (20%). Recent trends show increased emphasis on climate change impacts (7 of 15 most recent papers) and translational research, with growing international collaboration networks spanning 15+ countries. Her publications appear in high-impact venues including Scientific Reports, One Earth, and Harmful Algae, demonstrating disciplinary reach from pure taxonomy to global environmental solutions. While no specific awards are listed in available materials, Professor Wulff's leadership in major collaborative projects—including the 2020 Harmful Algae perspective with 30+ international co-authors—highlights her standing in the field. Her sustained publication output (15+ papers in 2021-2025) indicates robust research momentum and successful grant acquisition. Professor Wulff maintains active research supervision through international collaborations and field projects, with recent work involving PhD students from co-author lists. Her educational initiatives extend beyond university teaching to public outreach via podcasts and classroom programs. Current projects include Arctic light adaptation studies (2025 papers on polar night recovery) and biotechnology development through Swedish Algae Factory, positioning her at the forefront of both fundamental and applied phycology. Though no formal lab name is specified, her research group operates through the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences with strong ties to polar research networks and the Swedish Algae Factory. The group's work integrates field sampling in extreme environments with laboratory analysis of diatom physiology and structure, supported by international partnerships that provide access to diverse aquatic ecosystems from Iraqi wetlands to Antarctic fjords.

Jerry BlackfordView profile

Professor

• Marine System Modelling
• Climate Change
• Ocean Acidification
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Professor Jerry Blackford is a leading marine systems modeller with 32 years of expertise at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), where he serves as Head of Science for the Marine Systems Modelling Group. He directs a 20-scientist team spanning postdoctoral researchers to professors, pioneering applications of biogeochemical models for climate policy and carbon management. His research centers on three interconnected domains: ocean acidification impacts (notably leading the NERC-Defra UKOA programme on shelf-sea acidification), carbon capture and storage risk assessment (including the world-first QICS CO 2 release experiment), and operational oceanography. A core innovation is his "balanced complexity" methodology—developing computationally efficient models that retain ecological fidelity for societal applications like IPCC reporting and CCS regulation. Recent publications reveal strong thematic clustering: 60% address carbon cycle dynamics (CCS leakage detection, microplastic interactions), 30% focus on model development (ERSEM framework), and 10% analyze climate feedbacks. High-impact journals dominate his output, with Nature Climate Change papers establishing methodologies now adopted by international monitoring programs. Professor Blackford maintains extensive funding through: CMEMS NOWMAPS (operational oceanography) NERC CLASS National Capability ACT/BEIS ACTOM (CCS monitoring toolboxes) UK Earth System Model program He advises UK government departments (BEIS, Defra), IPCC, and ICES while chairing the Advances in Marine Ecosystem Modelling conference series. His lab provides critical modelling infrastructure for national marine strategy assessments and emerging CCS regulation. The Marine Systems Modelling Group operates as PML's hub for policy-relevant oceanography, combining high-performance computing with field validation campaigns. Current work integrates machine learning into biogeochemical frameworks for real-time monitoring, positioning the lab at the forefront of climate mitigation science.

Andrey KurekinView profile

Researcher

• Remote Sensing
• Marine Earth Observation
• Satellite Data Processing
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Dr. Andrey Kurekin serves as a Marine Earth Observation Scientist at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), where he has worked since 2010. His institutional affiliations include membership in the Ocean Surface Topography Science Team (OST/ST) and Sentinel-6 Validation Team, reflecting his specialized role in satellite data validation. At PML, he leads research initiatives focused on translating remote sensing technology into operational marine monitoring solutions. His research centers on developing advanced algorithms for satellite data interpretation, with particular emphasis on automated detection systems for environmental phenomena. Key application areas include harmful algal bloom discrimination using ocean color data, oil spill monitoring through SAR imagery analysis, internal wave mapping at continental shelves, and radar altimetry processing for sea surface height estimation. This work bridges technical remote sensing expertise with practical environmental management needs, especially in coastal zones where optical complexity challenges conventional satellite methods. Dr. Kurekin's publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to marine remote sensing methodology, with recent work focusing on time-series SAR analysis for aquaculture monitoring and sensitivity testing of algal bloom detection algorithms. His research shows strong alignment with sustainable development goals, particularly in fisheries management and coastal ecosystem protection. He maintains active grant funding through leadership of international projects including NextOcean (Earth observation services for sustainable fisheries), Safe and Sustainable Shellfish (BBSRC-funded HAB early warning system), and GCRF Blue Communities (aquaculture monitoring in developing nations). These projects involve collaboration with institutions across Europe, West Africa, and Southeast Asia, demonstrating his role in global marine science networks. Within PML's multidisciplinary research environment, Dr. Kurekin contributes to a team of marine scientists and remote sensing specialists working at the intersection of satellite technology and oceanographic applications. His projects emphasize operational implementation of research outputs, creating direct pathways for scientific innovation to impact environmental management practices worldwide.

Peter MillerView profile

Researcher

• Satellite Oceanography
• Ocean Fronts
• Harmful Algal Blooms
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Dr. Peter Miller is a Marine Earth Observation Scientist at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) with over 25 years of experience leading research in satellite oceanography. He holds a PhD in medical image analysis and leverages his computer science background to develop innovative satellite data analysis techniques for marine conservation and industry applications. His work spans ocean fronts, harmful algal blooms (HABs), and climate change impacts on sea-surface processes. Dr. Miller's research focuses on automated analysis of biological and physical ocean processes using satellite data, with direct applications in conservation and aquaculture. He has pioneered methods for mapping ocean fronts to inform marine protected area (MPA) designations globally and developed operational HAB detection algorithms that provide early warnings to salmon farmers. His interdisciplinary approach bridges physical oceanography, computer vision, and marine ecology to solve real-world environmental challenges. His publication portfolio of over 90 papers (H-index 32) shows consistent innovation in satellite-derived ocean observation, with recent work emphasizing international collaboration and commercialization. Key trends include translating front detection into conservation policy and adapting HAB monitoring for aquaculture protection across European waters. Dr. Miller's scientific achievements include: Prof Christopher Knowles Prize for Knowledge Exchange and Technology Transfer (2017) for commercializing satellite applications Top prize at Oceans from Space conference for ocean front map research (2010) He leads the H2020 NextOcean project and serves as Science-to-Impact Challenge Coordinator for fisheries and aquaculture at PML. His active involvement in the ICES – IOC Working Group on Harmful Algal Bloom Dynamics demonstrates his commitment to international scientific collaboration. Dr. Miller's research generates tangible impact through policy implementation, conservation efforts, and direct industry partnerships, particularly with aquaculture stakeholders. He heads a dynamic research group focused on satellite-derived ocean observations, with strong international collaborations across European institutions. His team specializes in transforming complex satellite data into actionable insights for marine spatial planning and environmental monitoring, maintaining close ties with conservation bodies and aquaculture industries to ensure practical relevance of their work.

Hermann W. BangeView profile

Professor

• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Chemical Oceanography
• Greenhouse Gases
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Prof. Dr. Hermann W. Bange leads the Chemical Oceanography Working Group at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel. His research examines marine biogeochemical cycles, with emphasis on greenhouse gases (N₂O, CH₄, CO) and nitrogen dynamics in coastal and open oceans. He investigates air-sea exchange processes and their climate impacts in regions like the Baltic Sea, Arctic, and oxygen-minimum zones off Peru. Research interests center on: Quantifying oceanic emissions of nitrous oxide and methane Nitrogen transformation processes in hypoxic systems Effects of climate change (warming, acidification) on trace gas cycling Coastal and estuarine biogeochemistry Recent publications (2019–2025) focus on Arctic gas fluxes, global N₂O budgets, and hypoxia-driven biogeochemistry. Work includes field campaigns in polar regions and collaborative global syntheses. He directs field operations at time-series stations (e.g., Boknis Eck) and contributes to international ocean observing networks.

• Freshwater Ecology
• River Biogeochemistry
• Carbon Cycling in Aquatic Ecosystems
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Gabriel Singer is a Professor of Ecology at the University of Innsbruck, Austria, holding this position since December 2019. His research spans multiple European river systems with significant collaborations through past affiliations at the University of Vienna and Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) in Berlin. Professor Singer's research focuses on river network biogeochemistry, particularly carbon cycling dynamics in freshwater ecosystems. His work examines how climate change-induced drying, fragmentation, and human alterations impact greenhouse gas emissions, organic matter processing, and biodiversity. Key study systems include the Vjosa River in Albania (Europe's last wild river) and European intermittent streams, where he investigates microbial reworking of dissolved organic matter, leaf-litter decomposition across aquatic-terrestrial interfaces, and geodiversity controls on algal communities. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publication record reveals a strategic shift toward climate change impacts on river networks, with increasing emphasis on policy-relevant outcomes like the EU Nature Restoration Law. His work consistently bridges fundamental biogeochemistry with applied river management, maintaining strong output in high-impact journals including Limnology and Oceanography, Nature Communications, and Biogeosciences. As a full Professor, Singer leads research projects such as DRYvER (Securing Biodiversity in Drying River Networks) and mentors students through field-intensive studies. His international collaborations span 15+ institutions across 10 European countries, reflecting his role in pan-European freshwater research networks. Professor Singer's team operates at the frontier of river network science, combining cutting-edge sensor technologies with traditional field ecology to address urgent questions about climate resilience in freshwater ecosystems. Current work focuses on scaling experimental findings to river network levels and translating biogeochemical insights into river restoration frameworks.

Molly MoynihanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Coral reefs
• biomineralization
• mechanics of coral skeletons
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Dr. Molly Moynihan serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Florida Atlantic University, where she leads the Coral Reef Geochemistry & Microbiology Lab (Reef GeM Lab). Her research bridges marine geology, biogeochemistry, and microbial ecology to investigate fundamental processes sustaining coral reef ecosystems. Her academic training includes: Ph.D. in Marine Biogeochemistry from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (2021) M.S. in Oceanography & Marine Environments from Sorbonne University, France (2014) B.S. in Earth Science from Cornell University (2011) Dr. Moynihan's work centers on the intricate relationships between coral skeletons, endolithic microbes, and biogeochemical cycles. She employs isotope labeling , microsensor technology , and microbiome analysis to unravel how microbial communities within reef frameworks influence skeletal formation, mechanical properties, and nutrient cycling. A significant focus examines green sulfur bacteria in coral microenvironments and their role in sulfur cycling under changing environmental conditions. Her research has particular relevance for understanding coral resilience mechanisms in equatorial reef systems. Analysis of her 11 publications (2012-2025) reveals a strategic evolution from coastal pollution studies toward specialized coral-microbe interactions. Recent work demonstrates sophisticated integration of biomechanical testing with microbial ecology, particularly in high-impact studies on Porites skeletal anisotropy (2022) and coral-associated nitrogen fixation (2022). Her research consistently targets equatorial reef systems, with fieldwork concentrated in the Singapore Strait and Southeast Asian waters. Dr. Moynihan actively mentors graduate students through PhD recruitment in the Reef GeM Lab, emphasizing hands-on training in both field and advanced laboratory techniques. Her lab maintains operational funding through university support and collaborative grants with coral restoration initiatives, enabling participation in regional conservation efforts. Current projects focus on enhancing outplanted coral resilience through microbial community management. The Reef GeM Lab operates as a dynamic research hub where field observations from active reef sites directly inform controlled laboratory experiments . The lab's collaborative framework connects FAU with international research institutions and local restoration practitioners, creating a pipeline from fundamental discovery to applied conservation solutions for threatened coral ecosystems.

Iole LeonoriView profile

Researcher

• Marine Acoustics
• Fisheries Acoustics
• Small Pelagic Fish
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Dr. Iole Leonori is a marine acoustics specialist at CNR-IRBIM (National Research Council of Italy's Institute of Biological and Marine Biotechnology), with expertise spanning fisheries assessment, bioacoustics, and underwater noise monitoring. Her research integrates hydro-acoustic technologies with ecological analysis to address critical marine resource challenges. Her primary research domains include: Small pelagic fish stock assessment in the Adriatic Sea using multi-frequency split-beam echosounders Krill population dynamics in Antarctic Ross Sea ecosystems Climate change impacts on marine species distribution patterns Underwater ambient noise characterization and marine mammal bioacoustics Fishery gear technology and selectivity optimization Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a methodological emphasis on integrating environmental variables into stock assessment models, validating acoustic backscatter through in situ observations, and establishing baseline noise metrics for marine protected areas. Her work bridges fundamental acoustics research with practical fisheries management applications. Collaborative networks extend across Mediterranean institutions and Antarctic research programs, though specific funding details aren't provided. Her advising capacity isn't documented, but CNR's research structure suggests involvement in graduate supervision through university partnerships. Field operations leverage CNR's research vessels and acoustic monitoring infrastructure across Adriatic and polar waters.

John VavrinecView profile

Lecturer

• Marine Ecology
• Fisheries Management
• Coastal Ecosystem Restoration
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John Vavrinec, PhD, serves as a Dive Officer and senior research scientist with the Coastal Ecosystems Team at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL)-Sequim, while holding a joint appointment as an oceanography instructor at Western Washington University. His career spans over three decades of field research in coastal and estuarine environments across North America, with extensive expertise in marine ecology, oceanography, and scientific diving operations. His educational background includes a PhD in Oceanography from the University of Maine (2003), BS in Environmental and Forest Biology from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (1992), and AA in Liberal Arts Math and Science from SUNY Stone Ridge (1990). Professional certifications encompass NOAA Working Diver, NAUI Master Diver, TDI Rebreather Diver, and multiple advanced technical diving credentials. Vavrinec's research integrates basic ecological principles with practical conservation management, focusing on subtidal community dynamics, marine protected area effectiveness, and anthropogenic impact assessment. His interdisciplinary approach combines field studies on crab foraging, sea urchin demographics, larval transport, and fish behavior with large-scale restoration projects. Recent work emphasizes coastal habitat rehabilitation and human activity impacts on wild populations, requiring collaboration with fisheries managers, government agencies, and industry stakeholders. His publication record reveals consistent contributions to Columbia River estuary restoration, eelgrass rehabilitation in Puget Sound, and underwater unexploded ordnance (UXO) site characterization. Key research themes include cumulative effects assessment, adaptive management frameworks, and marine ecosystem response metrics to anthropogenic disturbances. 2010 Outstanding Performance Award for unparalleled teamwork and safety focus 2011 Outstanding Performance Award for Cumulative Effects Study support 2011 Team Of The Year Award As a PNNL STEM ambassador and Western Washington University instructor, Vavrinec actively engages K-12 students through the West Sound STEM Network. His operational expertise includes over 3,000 scientific research dives across diverse environments from the Gulf of Maine to the Pacific Northwest, supporting resource assessment, experimental construction, and underwater documentation for federal and academic projects.

• Ecosystems
• Environmental Science
• Oceanography
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Francisco Javier Lucas Gilabert Cervera serves as Research Professor and Principal Researcher of the Ecosystems R&D Group at the Polytechnic University of Cartagena, teaching courses across environmental, naval, and civil engineering programs including Microalgae Biorefineries, Oceanography, and Environmental Science and Technology. His educational background includes: PhD in Biology from the University of Murcia (Spain), 1992 Research focuses on interdisciplinary ecosystem studies with primary emphases on environmental science, oceanography, and microalgae biotechnology. His work explores sustainable bioenergy production through microalgae biorefineries, marine ecosystem dynamics in oceanography, and hydroecological interactions between water systems and biological processes. Dr. Gilabert Cervera maintains active teaching responsibilities with no documented advisees or external grants. His tutoring schedule operates Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12:00-14:00 in the ETSINO/EICM building (Office 32). He is embedded within the Ecosystems Research and Development Group, driving collaborative research on sustainable environmental solutions through integrated studies of natural and engineered systems.

Colin MoffatView profile

Visiting Professor

• Marine Ecosystem Assessment
• Marine Pollution
• Climate Change Impacts
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Professor Colin Moffat serves as Visiting Professor at Robert Gordon University and Honorary Professor at Heriot-Watt University, with primary research operations through the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) as indicated by his institutional email. He retired from the position of Chief Scientific Advisor Marine to the Scottish Government in 2021 after leading major national and international marine assessment initiatives. His academic foundation includes a PhD in heparin biochemistry with links to tumour angiogenesis, building upon initial chemistry studies. This background evolved into specialized research on marine ecosystem health assessment methodologies. Moffat's research focuses on developing indicators for marine ecosystem status, particularly addressing contamination from microplastics, heavy metals, persistent organic pollutants, and pharmaceuticals. His work critically examines ocean acidification and climate change impacts through large-scale assessments like the OSPAR Intermediate Assessment 2017 and Scotland's Marine Assessment 2020, which established frameworks for measuring progress toward clean, healthy oceans. He currently chairs the ECOWind Programme's Advisory Group, integrating scientific research with policy development to balance offshore wind energy expansion with marine ecosystem conservation. This builds on his foundational contributions to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development and World Ocean Assessment 2.

Chris AllenView profile

Lecturer

• Marine Ecology
• Benthic Ecology
• Oceanography
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Dr Chris Allen serves as Technical Resources Manager at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS), overseeing technical teams responsible for vessels, laboratories, and aquarium facilities to support multidisciplinary marine research. He concurrently holds a Lecturer position for the Year 4 module 'Marine Environmental Impact Assessment', reflecting his academic engagement. His educational background includes a PhD in 'The ecology of the intertidal crab Dotilla intermedia from Tsunami impacted beaches in Thailand' (University of Southampton, 2010) and a Master of Oceanography (MOcean, 2005), supplemented by an APM Project Management Qualification and professional certifications as JNCC Marine Mammal Observer, JNCC PAM Operator, and UKAS Laboratory Internal Auditor. Allen's research expertise centers on benthic ecology and environmental management, with significant contributions to habitat mapping and impact assessments across oil/gas, marine aggregates, aquaculture, and renewable energy sectors. His work addresses critical challenges including benthic impacts of fish farming, seaweed harvesting licensing, and environmental monitoring for shellfish harvesting. Analysis of his peer-reviewed publications (2010-2021) reveals consistent focus on marine geology and physical oceanography, particularly seabed dynamics in high-energy tidal environments, alongside tropical marine ecology studies examining crab biodiversity and zonation patterns on sandy beaches. He currently supervises PhD candidate Christian Armstrong (since 2019) investigating dynamic seabed change on the UK continental shelf and has authored over 100 technical reports for clients including JNCC, SNH, and commercial energy firms, demonstrating extensive industry collaboration. As Technical Resources Manager, Allen ensures alignment between technical support and research objectives while promoting staff development, and serves as Internal Auditor maintaining SAMS' ISO9001 and ISO17025 accreditations through quality management oversight.

• GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems)
• Remote Sensing
• Least Squares Estimation
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Dr. Amiri Simkooei is a Professor in the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology, specializing in Operations & Environment. His research spans the application of aerospace engineering principles to environmental monitoring and geospatial analysis, with strong connections to both theoretical and practical aspects of remote sensing and GNSS technologies. Dr. Simkooei's research interests focus on the intersection of aerospace engineering and environmental science, particularly in developing advanced methods for data analysis. His work in least squares variance component estimation has provided significant contributions to GNSS time series processing, while his environmental applications include aircraft noise monitoring systems and marine habitat characterization using remote sensing technologies. His recent publications (2025-2026) demonstrate a strong research trajectory with applications spanning from airport environmental management to marine ecosystem monitoring. The research shows a consistent theme of applying rigorous mathematical and statistical methods to solve practical environmental monitoring challenges using aerospace-derived technologies. Dr. Simkooei actively supervises graduate students, as evidenced by thesis-related datasets, and collaborates extensively within TU Delft and with external partners on environmental monitoring projects. His work bridges theoretical geodetic methods with practical environmental applications, making significant contributions to both aerospace engineering and environmental science communities. His research group focuses on GNSS and remote sensing applications, with particular expertise in data processing algorithms, environmental monitoring systems, and marine habitat mapping. The group maintains strong connections with Dutch environmental agencies and aerospace industry partners, facilitating the translation of research into practical applications.

James D. WrightView profile

Professor

• Paleoceanography
• Stable Isotopes
• Marine Geology
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James D. Wright is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Rutgers University's School of Arts and Sciences. His office is located in 233G Wright Geological Laboratory, and he can be reached at (848) 445-3445 or jdwright@eps.rutgers.edu. Ph.D., M.Phil., Columbia University M.S., University of South Carolina B.S., Louisiana Tech University B.S., Ouachita Baptist University Dr. Wright's research centers on understanding how past ocean circulation changes influenced climates across various time scales. His primary research tool is the analysis of stable oxygen and carbon isotopes in marine organisms, which record sea surface temperature variations, ice volume changes, and reorganization of surface and deep-water circulation patterns. He works with pre-Pleistocene sediments to reconstruct deep-water circulation patterns in the North Atlantic for the past 25 million years, finding correlations between changes in circulation and major climate transitions. His work also extends to late Pleistocene and Holocene projects, including surface salinity variations in the North Atlantic and marine climate reconstructions along northwestern Peru. His extensive publication record shows consistent focus on paleoceanography and climate change, with particular emphasis on the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum, Miocene climate transitions, and monsoon system evolution. The research spans multiple geographic regions including the North Atlantic, Maldives carbonate platform, and East African Rift system, utilizing diverse methodologies from stable isotope analysis to magnetic property measurements and sedimentological studies. As Department Chair, Dr. Wright teaches undergraduate courses including Planet Earth (01:460:100) and Major Events in Earth History (01:460:480), along with graduate courses in Paleoceanography, Stable Isotopes in the Environment, and Marine Geology. His laboratory work includes the operation of a Micromass Optima mass spectrometer with a Multiprep device for automated analysis of δ 18 O and δ 13 C values in carbonate samples.

Stefan HendricksView profile

Researcher

• Sea Ice Physics
• Climate Science
• Remote Sensing
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Dr. Stefan Hendricks is a Senior Researcher at the Alfred-Wegener-Institut Helmholtz-Zentrum für Polar- und Meeresforschung (AWI) in Bremerhaven, Germany, working within the Department of Sea Ice Physics. Previously, he served in the Division of Climate Sciences at the same institution from February 2005 to June 2020. With a Doctor of Science degree in Geophysics from the University of Cologne (1997-2005), his career has focused on polar research, particularly sea ice physics and remote sensing applications. Dr. Hendricks' research interests center on sea ice thickness measurement and monitoring using satellite remote sensing techniques. His expertise spans near-surface geophysics, electromagnetics, applied geophysics, and Python programming , which he applies to Arctic and Antarctic sea ice studies. He has made significant contributions to understanding climate change impacts on polar regions through his work on sea ice dynamics, thermodynamics, and remote sensing methodologies. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on satellite altimetry applications for sea ice thickness retrieval, with particular focus on addressing limitations in traditional mapping approaches that neglect ice advection and deformation processes. The MOSAiC expedition has been central to his recent work, where he contributed to various aspects including airborne laser scanning of sea ice surfaces, radar altimetry studies, and analysis of sea ice deformation and snow-ice interactions. 331 publications with over 64,971 reads and 7,767 citations Extensive work with CryoSat-2 satellite data for sea ice monitoring Development of AWI CryoSat-2 Sea Ice Thickness data product Significant contributions to the MOSAiC expedition research As a Senior Researcher at AWI, Dr. Hendricks leads and contributes to numerous research projects focused on polar climate change. His work bridges observational science with practical applications for climate modeling and environmental monitoring. He collaborates extensively with international partners across multiple disciplines, contributing to our understanding of how sea ice changes impact global climate systems. His research group continues to develop innovative methods for sea ice observation using both satellite and in-situ techniques, with implications for climate prediction and polar environmental assessment.