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Lars O. Nord is a Professor in the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at NTNU, specializing in thermal energy systems, CO2 capture technologies, and dynamic process modeling. He holds a PhD from NTNU (2010) and a Master's from Virginia Tech (2001). His research focuses on power cycles, turbomachinery optimization, and decarbonization strategies for energy systems. Nord has led projects such as DEXPAND and InnCapPlant, addressing CO2 capture under variable loads and expander efficiency in renewable systems. Current roles: Head of the Thermal Energy research group and teaches courses like Engineering Thermodynamics. Research highlights include thermal energy storage integration, moving bed adsorption processes, and offshore hybrid energy systems. His work spans over 80 publications, emphasizing CO2 capture dynamics, turbine design, and control strategies for flexible power plants. Notable collaborations include SINTEF and Aker Solutions. Nord advises multiple PhD candidates and has mentored alumni now leading roles in industry and academia.
Prof. Chong-Yu Xu is a Professor of Hydrology at the University of Oslo's Department of Geosciences, affiliated with the Section for Geography and Hydrology (GeoHyd). He has held this position since 2005, having previously served as an Associate Professor at Uppsala University (1998–2005) and Assistant Professor (1994–1998). His research focuses on hydrological modeling, climate change impacts, regional evapotranspiration, and uncertainty analysis. He teaches courses such as GEO4310 (Stochastic Methods in Hydrology) and GEO4320 (Hydrological Modelling). Education: BSc in Hydrology (Nanjing University, 1978–1982), MSc in Regional Hydrological Modeling (Free University Brussels, 1986–1988), and PhD in Hydrological Modelling (Free University Brussels, 1988–1992). He has been honored with prestigious awards, including the NHF Lifetime Achievement Award (2022) and IWA Publishing Award (2022). He serves as an honorary professor at institutions like Hohai University and is a doctoral supervisor at multiple universities. His research spans global, regional, and local hydrological modeling, with a focus on climate change adaptation and water resource management. He leads projects such as the NORHED-II initiative on climate change and ecosystem management in Malawi and Tanzania. His work bridges theoretical hydrology with practical applications, including flood risk reduction and hydropower optimization. Publications highlight advancements in hydrological extremes, non-stationary drought assessment, and AI-driven flood prediction. Collaborative efforts with international networks like the Nordic Hydrological Association underscore his global impact in hydrological sciences.
Rune Strandberg is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering Sciences, University of Agder. He holds a PhD in solar cell physics from NTNU and specializes in photovoltaic materials, solar cell physics, and energy conversion. His research focuses on advanced solar cell concepts including tandem cells, intermediate band solar cells, and thermoradiative energy harvesters. Education: Master of Technology (2005) and PhD (2010) in solar cell physics from NTNU. Pedagogical training includes Uniped courses (2014-2015) and PhD supervision qualification. Current teaching: Renewable Energy, Solar Energy Systems, Electromagnetism, Advanced Photovoltaics Prior roles: PhD student at NTNU (2005-2009), Senior Researcher at Teknova AS (2010-2013) Research areas: New photovoltaic concepts, characterization of photovoltaic cells, solar cell physics, emissive energy harvesters His recent publications analyze band gap optimization, radiative coupling in multi-junction cells, temperature sensitivity, and theoretical efficiency limits across multiple high-impact journals. Collaborators include Anne Gerd Imenes, Alfredo Sanchez Garcia, and Sissel Tind Kristensen. Key contributions include development of analytical models for solar cell performance, field testing of PV modules in Norway, and studies on temperature effects in multicrystalline silicon wafers.
Hege-Beate Fredriksen is a climate researcher affiliated with UiT The Arctic University of Norway, specializing in climate modeling and temperature variability analysis. Her doctoral thesis (2017) investigated spatial and temporal long-range dependence in climate systems. She maintains active research collaborations with institutions including the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) and the University of Leeds. Her research focuses on: Climate model evaluation (CMIP5/CMIP6) and radiative forcing mechanisms Scaling behavior and long-range persistence in temperature records Energy balance models and climate sensitivity quantification Carbon budget estimation under future climate scenarios ENSO dynamics under global warming Fredriksen's publications (2015-2024) demonstrate consistent focus on improving climate model parameterizations, particularly regarding radiative feedbacks, scaling regimes in temperature data, and validation of simple climate models. Recent work emphasizes uncertainty quantification in carbon budgets and model calibration techniques.
Bjarte Hannisdal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Bergen, Norway, and affiliated with the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research. He plays a key leadership role in iEarth, a national Centre of Excellence in geoscience education, serving as the iEarth Education Chair and Head of Focus Area 1, which aims to develop innovative frameworks for higher education in geosciences. Department of Geosciences, University of Bergen Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research iEarth – Centre of Excellence in Geoscience Education His research lies at the intersection of geobiology, paleontology, and Earth system science, with a strong focus on quantitative methods. He investigates Earth system evolution, causality in dynamical systems, and the co-evolution of life and the planet using advanced statistical and information-theoretic approaches applied to geological and fossil records. His work spans microbial ecology in deep-sea sediments, paleoclimatology through isotope analysis, and the detection of causal interactions in deep time. Hannisdal has made significant contributions through a high-impact publication record, with articles in top journals such as Science , Nature Geoscience , PNAS , and Physical Review E . His recent publications highlight trends in applying machine learning and information theory to geoscience problems, including microbial responses to oxygen, causality detection in incomplete records, and the calibration of geochemical proxies. These works reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, integrating biology, physics, and computational methods into Earth sciences. He is actively involved in higher education, having developed and taught courses such as GEOV114 (Introduction to Geobiology) and GEOV302 (Data Analysis in Geosciences), and contributes to others like GEOV344 and BIO318. His educational research explores student-centered learning and computational skill development. He has supervised doctoral research, including Dario Blumenschein’s project on educational change. His work is supported by funding from the Research Council of Norway, Trond Mohn Foundation, and EU Horizon 2020. Hannisdal collaborates widely across institutions and disciplines, as evidenced by his co-authorship with researchers from Norway, the US, Germany, and others.
Andreas Max Kääb is a Professor in the Section of Physical Geography and Hydrology at the Department of Geosciences, University of Oslo. He has been a professor at the university since 2005 and served as Head of Section for Physical Geography, Hydrology, and Geomatics from 2022 to 2024. Prior to his position at the University of Oslo, he was a Senior Researcher at the University of Zurich (1997-2005) and completed his PhD at ETH Zurich (1993-1996). Dr. Kääb's main research interests focus on monitoring and understanding cold region processes, including glaciers, permafrost, and river flow, and their relationship to climate change impacts and natural hazards. He applies Earth observation methods across scales, ranging from mm-detail close-range measurements to global satellite coverage. His scientific career highlights include receiving an ERC Advanced Grant, serving as Lead Author for the IPCC Special Report on Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate (SROCC), and being awarded the 2019 European Geosciences Union Medal. He teaches several courses related to remote sensing, including GEO3515 (Remote sensing of the Earth surface), GEO3512 (Remote sensing of the Atmosphere), GEO4520 (Advanced remote sensing and topographic analysis), GEO5540 (Special topics in remote sensing and terrain analysis), and GEO5550 (Seminar on remote sensing and numerical terrain analysis). Dr. Kääb's research spans multiple disciplines within cryospheric science, with a strong emphasis on remote sensing applications. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on innovative remote sensing techniques for monitoring cryospheric changes and associated geohazards, with particular attention to glacier surges, rock glacier dynamics, and the impacts of climate change on high mountain environments. His work often involves international collaborations and contributes significantly to climate science assessments. ERC Advanced Grant 2019 European Geosciences Union Medal Dr. Kääb has made significant contributions to climate science through his work on the IPCC Special Report on Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate. His research has been supported by various grants, including the prestigious ERC Advanced Grant. He collaborates extensively with researchers worldwide and has contributed to numerous scientific publications in top journals across glaciology, remote sensing, and climate science fields. His research team focuses on advancing remote sensing techniques for cryospheric monitoring, with particular expertise in satellite imagery analysis, glacier velocity measurements, and permafrost change detection. Current research directions include improving methods for monitoring glacier surges, rock glacier dynamics, and the impacts of climate change on high mountain environments across the globe.
Erik Stensrud Marstein is a Professor II at the Energy Systems Section of the Institute for Technology Systems (UiO) , with a dual role as Research Leader and Deputy Head of Department at the Department of Solar Energy, IFE . He has served as Director of the Norwegian Research Centre for Solar Cell Technology since its founding in 2009 and holds a Dr. Scient. in Physics from the University of Oslo (2003). Research Interests: Solar cell technology and photovoltaic systems. Hybrid renewable energy systems (solar-wind, solar-hydro). Material science for solar cell degradation and stability. Energy system optimization and grid integration. Thermal imaging and defect analysis in PV systems. Publications: His work focuses on photovoltaic modeling (e.g., bifacial gain, soiling loss), hybrid energy systems, material stability, and thermography applications. Recent studies include techno-economic feasibility of floating PV and forecast-driven energy market strategies. Teams & Labs: He leads the Norwegian Research Centre for Solar Cell Technology and collaborates with the Energy Systems Section at UiO/IFE. His research integrates experimental and computational approaches.
Klaus Dethloff is an active researcher specializing in Arctic climate science, with significant contributions to the international MOSAiC (Multidisciplinary drifting Observatory for the Study of Arctic Climate) expedition. His work spans atmospheric science, physical oceanography, and ecosystem studies in the polar regions, focusing on understanding the complex interactions between different components of the Arctic climate system. Dr. Dethloff's research interests center on Arctic climate dynamics, particularly examining how amplified Arctic warming affects broader climate patterns. His work investigates the connections between Arctic atmospheric processes and European winter temperatures, as well as the physical properties of sea ice and snow cover. Through the MOSAiC expedition, he has contributed to comprehensive year-round observations of Arctic climate systems, helping to advance our understanding of rapid climate changes in polar regions. His publications demonstrate expertise in analyzing large-scale atmospheric circulation patterns and their impacts on regional climate. The MOSAiC expedition papers represent major collaborative efforts involving dozens of international scientists across multiple disciplines, with Dr. Dethloff contributing to several key components of this landmark Arctic research initiative. While specific awards are not mentioned in the available publications, his involvement as a co-author on these significant multi-institutional research efforts indicates recognition within the climate science community. His work provides valuable data for improving climate models and understanding the far-reaching impacts of Arctic climate change.
Øyvind Fiksen is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Bergen, specializing in biological oceanography and marine ecosystem dynamics. His work focuses on how individuals drive population and community dynamics in marine environments through mechanistic models, state-variable optimality theory, and trait-based ecosystem modeling. Professor Fiksen's research spans behavioral ecology, predator-prey interactions in fish, zooplankton, and microbes, investigating how these interactions structure marine ecosystems. His teaching portfolio includes Marine Ecology courses, and he has been instrumental in developing the Centre of Excellence in Biology Education (bioCEED) at the University of Bergen. During 2012-2015, he served as Head of Education and Deputy Head of Department at BIO, contributing to Bergen's recognition as a Centre of Excellence in Education. Analysis of his recent publications (2020-2024) reveals a strong emphasis on climate change impacts on marine systems, particularly how environmental changes affect fish phenology, distribution patterns, and ecosystem dynamics. His work integrates theoretical modeling with empirical data across multiple spatial and temporal scales, with notable contributions to understanding mesopelagic zone dynamics, tuna reproductive strategies, and cod-capelin interactions. A consistent theme throughout his research is the application of mechanistic models to predict ecosystem responses to environmental change. Excellent Teaching Practitioner from UiB Professor Fiksen has supervised numerous doctoral students including Johanna Myrseth Aarflot, Johanna Jennifer Elisabeth Fall, Tom Langbehn, Agurtzane Urtizbera Ijurko, Øystein Varpe, and Christian Jørgensen. His research has been supported by significant funding from EU, NFR (Norwegian Research Council), and NOKUT, including projects such as ETHOFISH, ADAPT, ECOBE, CLIMAR, TBECO, EGGVALUE, bioCEED, MARmaED, FILAMO, and PANDORA. As part of bioCEED, he has delivered over 40 invited talks on educational activities at local and national forums, demonstrating his commitment to both research and teaching excellence. His laboratory work focuses on theoretical ecology approaches to marine ecosystem modeling, with particular expertise in individual-based models that connect physiological processes to population dynamics. Current research directions include investigating how coastal water darkening affects marine phenology, optimizing tuna spawning strategies, and understanding the three-dimensional spatial dynamics of predator-prey interactions in marine environments.
Professor Vigdis Vandvik at the University of Bergen (Department of Biological Sciences) is a leading community ecologist studying global change impacts on plants, biodiversity, and ecosystem functions. Her research spans three key areas: local-regional process interactions, environmental change scaling from individuals to ecosystems, and human land-use impacts. She directs the Between The Fjords Lab using macroecological experiments across Norway's Vestland Climate Grid and global networks. Key research systems: Alpine, grassland, heathland ecosystems Methodological focus: Experimental macroecology, field-lab integration Policy engagement: IPBES assessments, Norwegian Council on Ethics Her 15 most recent articles reveal trends in climate-vegetation interactions, functional trait analysis, and nature-climate policy linkages. Studies range from Arctic nutrient dynamics to alpine grazing mitigation and heathland carbon fluxes, emphasizing cross-scale ecological modeling and experimental frameworks. Current PhD/MSc projects include climate budget integration (ECOBUDGETS), mycorrhizal responses (FUNDER/DURIN), range expansion impacts (RangeX), and carbon flux dynamics (ThreeD/INCLINE). She actively promotes open science through GBIF ambassadorship and FAIR data initiatives. Labs/teams: Between The Fjords Lab, CeSAM Centre for Sustainable Area Management, Ecological and Environmental Change Research Group, bioCEED Center of Excellence in Biology Education. International collaborations span Norway, Europe, US, Uganda, Nepal, China, and Peru.
Øyvind Geelmuyden Grøn is a Professor at the University of Oslo , affiliated with the Department of Physics. His research spans General Relativity , Gravitation , and Cosmology , with notable work on the ΛCDM model, cosmic inflation, and the cosmological constant. Education: Dr. Philos in Physics (1990) and Cand. Real in Meteorology (1973) from the University of Oslo His recent publications focus on cosmological tensions, gravitational theory, and interdisciplinary climate-ocean dynamics. Collaborative works with Knut Lehre Seip and Hui Wang explore teleconnections, climate cycles, and CO2-temperature relationships in paleoclimatology. Scientific Honors HM the King's Gold Medal (1988) Illustrated Science Research Award (1988) Oslo University College's Research Prize (2004) Oslo University College's Communication Award (2009) Honorary Member of the Norwegian Astronomical Society (2010) Member of the Royal Norwegian Society of Science (2005–)
Ulysses Silas Ninnemann is Professor and leader of the Quaternary and Paleoclimate research group at the Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen, affiliated with the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research. His research focuses on paleoclimate reconstruction using marine archives to understand climate system dynamics. Research examines: Sea ice variability across glacial-interglacial cycles Ocean circulation changes and climate linkages Ice sheet responses to climate thresholds Sedimentary DNA applications in paleoceanography Chronological methods in marine archives Recent publications investigate polar amplification mechanisms, Arctic sea ice persistence through warm periods, and ice sheet stability under varying climate conditions.
Kikki Flesche Kleiven is a Professor and Head of the Department of Earth Science at the University of Bergen, and Director of the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research. Her research focuses on paleoceanography and paleoclimatology, particularly North Atlantic Deep Water dynamics, abrupt climate change, and interglacial climate patterns. She has supervised the Norwegian Research School in Climate Dynamics (ResClim) and contributed to climate outreach through public lectures, media interviews, and initiatives like Generation Green . Key research interests include ocean-climate interactions, Holocene climate variability, and the role of ocean circulation in past and future climate changes. Her work spans proxy-based reconstructions of ocean properties, millennial-scale climate oscillations, and interdisciplinary studies linking paleoclimate data with modern climate models. Recent publications emphasize thresholds for ice sheet stability, Arctic-North Atlantic linkages during deglaciation, and the societal implications of climate targets. She actively engages in science communication, advocating for climate literacy and sustainable energy transitions.
Kolbjørn Engeland is a Professor at the Section for Geography and Hydrology, University of Oslo. His work focuses on hydrology, flood risk assessment, and climate change impacts on water resources, utilizing Bayesian and stochastic modeling techniques. He collaborates on international projects like 'Advancing frequency analysis of nonstationary hydrological extremes' and 'SnowSub'. Affiliation: University of Oslo, Department of Geosciences Research Groups: Hydrology and Water Resources, LATICE (Land-Atmosphere Interactions in Cold Environments) His research integrates climate science, statistical hydrology, and renewable energy planning. Key projects address flood risk reduction, snow sublimation in hydropower, and long-term hydrological variability. He has published extensively on Bayesian modeling, flood frequency, and climate-hydrology interactions. Recent publications include advancements in geostatistical runoff modeling, climate change adaptation in flood mapping, and stochastic methods in Nordic hydrology. His work spans both theoretical and applied hydrology, with applications to Norwegian and European catchments. Engeland’s advising and project leadership include collaborations with researchers in geosciences and water management, though specific student names are not listed. He contributes to sustainable hydropower analysis and climate change scenarios.
Professor Martin Rypdal is a faculty member at the Faculty of Science and Technology , UiT The Arctic University of Norway, where he has served as Professor and Head of Department of Mathematics and Statistics since 2017. He holds a PhD in mathematics (2008) and a Cand. Scient. in mathematics (2004) from the University of Tromsø. Research Focus: Climate modeling, long-range dependent climate variability, stochastic processes, complex systems, multiscale analysis, and applications in public health (e.g., juvenile idiopathic arthritis, dengue dynamics). Leadership: Leads UiT's initiative on "The Dynamics of the Climate in the Arctic" and co-manages projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council. Outreach: Active science communicator with media appearances on climate and health research, including articles in Science Advances , Nature , and Ecology Letters . His recent publications (2025-2018) span climate science, public health, and statistical physics, emphasizing deep learning applications in paleoclimatology, Arctic sea ice loss, pandemic dynamics, and nonlinear climate responses. Scientific Awards: Recipient of the Faculty Teaching Price (2007, 2015). Supervises 3 PhD students and co-supervises 2, with 16 completed master's students.
