Gerhard Braun

Prof. Dr. Gerhard Braun is a faculty member at the Institute of Geographical Sciences, Freie Universität Berlin, specializing in Human Geography. He has held a professorship in Urban Research, Theory, and Quantitative Methodology since 1975 and has been actively involved in international academic collaborations, including visiting professorships in Canada and Europe.

• Focus areas: Urban development, spatial planning, segregation, migration, housing markets, GIS, and geostatistics.
• Key roles: Vice President of Freie Universität Berlin (1999–2003), President of the IGU Commission 'Monitoring Cities of Tomorrow' (2001–2008), and Managing Director of the Institute of Geographical Sciences until 2010.

His research integrates theoretical and methodological frameworks for analyzing spatial systems, demographic trends, and urban sustainability. He has contributed to projects like BGIS: Berlin - Geographical Information System and Monitoring urban restructuring in socialist cities after 1990, with funding from DFG, DAAD, and private foundations.

Scientific Awards:

• European Academic Software Award (EASA) in ASK
• Award from the Lower Franconian Memorial Year Foundation
• Honorary prize from the Canadian Government

He has collaborated with institutions such as Wilfrid Laurier University (Canada), University College London (UCL), and the Federal Health Office Berlin. His editorial work includes the journal METAR – Papers in Metropolitan Studies.