Bernd Haupt

Dr. Bernd Haupt is a Researcher at Penn State University's College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Oceanography, Marine Geology, and Meteorology from Kiel University in Germany.

• Holds Sporthochseeschifferschein (highest German non-commercial sailing license)
• Collaborates with Penn State Institutes of Energy and the Environment on projects involving geospatial analysis tools, climate data mapping, and estuary visualization systems
• Recipient of the 2012 Altoona College Outstanding Lecturer award

His research focuses on ocean-climate interactions, with extensive field experience from research cruises across multiple ocean basins. He has secured external funding from agencies like NOAA, USGS, and FAA for projects including NoiseQuest and Delaware Estuary analysis tools.

Dr. Haupt combines technical expertise in programming and numerical modeling with educational outreach, developing GIS tools for climate research and working with interdisciplinary teams to integrate fisheries, hydrology, and geographic data.