Matthias Koschorreck

Dr. Matthias Koschorreck is a senior scientist at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Magdeburg, Germany, affiliated with the Department of Lake Research under the Water Resources and Environment division. He has been a key researcher at UFZ since 1998 and served as the speaker of the Department of Lake Research from 2008 to 2010.

Research Interests: His work focuses on microbial ecology and biogeochemical processes in freshwater systems. Key areas include greenhouse gas emissions from surface waters (especially dry aquatic systems), the role of sediments in regulating water quality, and dissolved organic carbon dynamics in reservoirs. He utilizes microsensors to investigate sediment-water interface processes.

Recent Research Trends: His recent publications highlight long-term studies on carbon cycling in lakes and reservoirs, impacts of terrestrial inputs on aquatic systems, and biogeochemical responses to environmental stressors such as acid mine drainage. His work often integrates field observations, laboratory experiments, and molecular techniques to understand microbial activity in natural habitats.

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Advising and Grants: While no direct students are listed, Dr. Koschorreck has supervised and collaborated on numerous research projects, including major UFZ initiatives and interdisciplinary studies. His work has contributed to national and international research programs focused on freshwater sustainability and climate change impacts.

Labs and Teams: He leads the Lake Microbiology research group at UFZ, which is part of the broader Lake Research department. The team conducts field and lab-based research on microbial processes in lakes, reservoirs, and floodplain water bodies, contributing to long-term monitoring programs like the Floodplain Observatory in Magdeburg.