Kjetil Våge

Kjetil Våge is a Professor at the Geophysical Institute of the University of Bergen. His research focuses on ocean circulation, climate dynamics, and atmosphere-ocean interactions in polar regions, particularly the Nordic Seas, Greenland Sea, and Labrador Sea.

Key research areas include dense water formation, deep convection, shelf-basin exchange, and the impact of extreme wind events on oceanic processes. He utilizes long-term observational data and geophysical analysis to study climate-relevant phenomena.

Recent publications highlight his work on Arctic oceanography, isotope composition dynamics, and historical hydrographic changes. Collaborative projects include ROVER (resilient northern overturning in a warming climate) and studies on upper ocean response to atmospheric events.

Affiliations include the Geophysical Institute at the University of Bergen, with collaborations spanning institutions like WHOI, NORCE, and AWI. Active projects focus on meridional overturning circulation and European Multidisciplinary Seafloor Observatory (NorEMSO).