Lars Ackermann

Dr. Lars Ackermann is a researcher at the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI) in Bremerhaven, Germany, focusing on the dynamics of paleoclimates. His work integrates Earth system modeling, particularly through the AWI-ESM framework, to explore interactions between ice sheets, ocean circulation (e.g., AMOC), and climate dynamics. He specializes in high-resolution models to simulate past and future climate states, including ice sheet behavior and ocean stratification under warming scenarios.

Key research interests include the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), Greenland Ice Sheet projections, and the impacts of freshwater fluxes on ocean systems. His contributions involve developing coupled models that incorporate interactive icebergs and multi-resolution frameworks (e.g., SCOPE Coupler) to enhance simulation accuracy. Recent studies address AMOC recovery mechanisms, Eurasian ice sheet formation, and North Pacific Intermediate Water evolution.

Publications highlight his focus on model development, paleoclimate reconstruction, and projections of climate variability. He contributes to projects like GrISLENS (Greenland Ice Sheet Large Ensemble) and investigates abrupt climate change scenarios using density-space diagnostics. His work bridges glaciology, oceanography, and climate modeling to advance understanding of Earth's climate system.

Located at the AWI’s Bremerhaven site, he collaborates on interdisciplinary initiatives, leveraging advanced computational tools and long-term observational datasets. Contact: lars.ackermann@awi.de.