Heribert Nacken

Prof. Heribert Nacken is a Universitätsprofessor at RWTH Aachen University, holding roles in the Exploratory Teaching Space, Rektoratsbeauftragten (Executive Board Delegations), Center für Lehr- und Lernservices (CLS), and the Department of Engineering Hydrology. His research focuses on integrating innovative technologies like virtual reality (VR), serious games, and open-source software into education and flood risk management. He actively contributes to hydrological studies, climate change impact analysis, and curriculum development in engineering and environmental fields.

Research interests include leveraging VR and gamification for skill development in disaster management, e-learning strategies, and sustainable water resources planning. He has pioneered projects such as the UNESCO Chair HydroChange, emphasizing capacity building through blended learning approaches in water management education.

Recent publications highlight advancements in virtual training for flood protection, open-source networking libraries for educational tools, and the integration of serious games into environmental risk communication. His work bridges technical innovation with pedagogical practices, aiming to enhance both academic and practical outcomes in hydrology and education technology.