Mikael Granvik

Mikael Granvik is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Helsinki. He holds a Docent title and supervises the Doctoral Programme in Particle Physics and Universe Sciences. His research focuses on planetary-system research, astronomy, and space science with particular emphasis on near-Earth objects, asteroid dynamics, and celestial mechanics.

Key research areas include:

• Orbital dynamics of near-Earth objects
• Population modeling of Earth's minimoons
• Survey techniques for detecting asteroids/comets
• Analysis of Gaia and Euclid mission data
• Gravitational lensing studies

Recent work includes contributions to the Euclid space mission overview, Palomar twilight surveys, and the discovery of a dormant black hole using Gaia data. His research has been recognized with the 2023 Lancelot M. Berkeley Prize in Astronomy.

He leads two active research projects: the Physico-dynamical population model of near-Earth objects (2024–2028) and Asteroid research funded by corporate grants (2023). He has participated in numerous peer reviews and international conferences, including the ACM 2017 conference.

Media engagements include discussions about Earth's temporary moons and asteroid research, featured in outlets like Keski-Pohjanmaa newspaper.