Daniel Steinhage

Dr. Daniel Steinhage is a researcher at the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI), specializing in glaciology and polar research. He serves as the scientific coordinator for polar aircraft, overseeing research operations involving airborne geophysical surveys. His work focuses on understanding ice sheet dynamics, mass balance studies, and the internal structure of ice sheets using advanced techniques like radio-echo sounding. He is affiliated with the Department of Glaciology and contributes to long-term observations in polar regions.

Dr. Steinhage’s research integrates field glaciology with remote sensing and numerical modeling, addressing critical questions about ice sheet stability and climate interactions. He is involved in coordinating expeditions and maintaining AWI’s research infrastructure, including the Polarstern research vessel and aircraft platforms. His publications and data contributions are accessible via institutional repositories like EPIC and PANGAEA.