Gösta Hoffmann

Dr. Gösta Hoffmann serves as a Professor at RWTH Aachen University within the Geological Institute, holding leadership of the Teaching and Research Area Neotectonics and Geological Risks under the Chair of Geology and Sedimentary Systems. His position encompasses both academic instruction and advanced research in earth sciences, contributing to the university's geoscientific expertise through institutional affiliations spanning the Geological Institute and its specialized research units.

His research concentrates on Geology with specialized focus on Neotectonics and Geological Hazards, examining active tectonic processes and their societal implications. This work integrates Earthquake Geology and Tectonic analysis to address Natural Disasters, emphasizing risk assessment methodologies and mitigation strategies for seismic and geological threats. His investigations bridge theoretical frameworks with practical applications in hazard prediction and infrastructure resilience.

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Dr. Hoffmann directs the Teaching and Research Area Neotectonics and Geological Risks, a specialized unit within the Geological Institute dedicated to analyzing recent crustal deformations and associated geological threats. This research group operates under the broader umbrella of the Chair of Geology and Sedimentary Systems, focusing on empirical studies of neotectonic phenomena and risk modeling for real-world hazard management applications.