Andrea Franke

Andrea Franke is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Helmholtz Institute for Functional Marine Biodiversity (HIFMB) at the University of Oldenburg. Her research focuses on marine conservation, climate change impacts, and transdisciplinary approaches to ocean sustainability. She holds a Ph.D. in marine biology from Kiel University and has extensive experience with institutions like GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre and the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.

Her work emphasizes real-world laboratories (RwLs) to bridge science and society, addressing challenges like ocean governance and sustainable blue economies. Key projects include 'Gute Küste Niedersachsen' for coastal protection and 'Eckernförder Bucht 2030' for biodiversity restoration. She advocates for inclusive, equity-driven solutions within the UN Ocean Decade framework.

Education: Biology studies at Kiel University and the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Professional roles include scientific coordination, project management, and research across marine policy and ecology.