Bernd Schneider

Dr. Bernd Schneider is a Researcher and Senior Scientist at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde. He has held this position since 1993 and leads the WG Trace Gas Biogeochemistry group. His primary affiliation is with the institute, focusing on biogeochemical processes in marine systems, particularly the CO2 system of the Baltic Sea.

Research Interests:
Bernd’s work centers on biogeochemical processes, including nitrogen fixation, denitrification, and trace gas dynamics. He specializes in the control of carbon and oxygen cycles in the Baltic Sea, with a focus on long-term observations using cargo ships and autonomous systems. Key areas include organic matter mineralization, marine carbonate chemistry, and the impact of anthropogenic CO2.

Projects:
He has contributed to projects like BACO2 ( Baltic CO2 budget), DENITRIFIX (denitrification studies), and FILGAS (surface film effects on gas exchange). His work integrates field measurements, modeling, and experimental studies to understand marine biogeochemical cycles.

Labs & Teams:
He leads the Trace Gas Biogeochemistry working group, collaborating with international partners on Baltic Sea research. His team uses advanced techniques like membrane equilibrators and mass spectrometry for nitrogen fixation studies.