Hardy Pundt

Prof. Dr. Hardy Pundt is a full professor at Harz University of Applied Sciences, where he has held the Chair of Geoinformation and Database Systems since 2002. He currently serves as Vice President for Transfer and Digitalization and is a member of the Senate. His work bridges Geoinformatics, Data Engineering, and Climate Change Adaptation, with a focus on GIS applications in

• Regional planning
• Urban development
• Agriculture
• Tourism studies
• Environmental decision-making

Education

• Diploma in Geography (1990), University of Münster
• Doctorate (Dr. rer. nat., 1995), University of Münster
• Habilitation (Dr. rer. nat. habil., 2003), University of Münster

Research & Teaching

His research emphasizes spatial data analysis, mobile geoservices, and interoperability standards. Recent projects include HiLSA (Heat Competence of Vulnerable Groups) and RAIN-GIS (Rainwater Harvesting in Arid Regions). He teaches

• Geoinformatics
• Spatial Data Visualization
• Scientific Methodology
• Mobile Context-Sensitive Systems

and supervises PhD, Master’s, and Bachelor’s theses involving GIS applications in environmental and urban contexts.

Scientific Recognition

• Outstanding Paper Award, 10th International Conference Information Systems (2017)

Advising & Collaboration

Prof. Pundt has supervised over 50 theses, including 6 PhDs, and collaborates internationally with institutions like Technical University of Sydney, Alpen-Adria-University Klagenfurt, and Aalborg University. His work integrates scientific rigor with practical implementation through partnerships with governmental agencies and private firms.