Jens M. Walter

Jens M. Walter is a Researcher at the Georg-August-University Göttingen in the Department of Structural Geology and Geothermal Energy. He has been actively involved in neutron diffraction research since 2007 and co-founded the MASA Institute GmbH in 2013. His work spans structural geology, archaeometry, and advanced materials analysis.

• Education: Doctorate in Geology (2000-2004) and Post-Doc (2004-2006) at University of Bonn

Research Interests: Focus on in-situ deformation experiments, texture analysis, and recrystallization processes using neutron diffraction at POWTEX. Also specializes in archaeometric ceramic provenance and graphite characterization via Raman spectroscopy.

Recent Article Trends: Publications emphasize neutron-based strain monitoring, critical metal analysis, and quantitative textural studies across geological and archaeological contexts. Key collaborations include institutions in Germany, Austria, and Italy.

Instrumentation Leadership: Instrumental in designing sample environments for POWTEX Neutron Diffractometer at FRM II research reactor. Developed automated pole figure measurement systems for geological materials.

Labs & Teams: Works with Geoscience Center (GZG) and co-manages MASA Institute GmbH, a university spin-off focused on material analysis and cultural heritage studies.