Peter Holtermann

Dr. Peter Holtermann is a researcher in Physical Oceanography at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research (IOW) in Rostock, Germany. His work focuses on small- and mesoscale processes, particularly mixing and transport in stratified marine systems. He leads projects combining field measurements (using microstructure profilers, current profilers, and numerical modeling with GOTM/GETM) with biogeochemical analyses, emphasizing oxygen dynamics and anoxia mitigation. Current projects include the STB initiative on shallow water zones and autonomous vehicle integration in field measurements.

His research interests span turbulence, coastal engineering, and climate impacts on marine systems. Key contributions include studies on nitrogen cycling, greenhouse gas dynamics in coastal peatlands, and turbulence observations in the Baltic Sea. Holtermann collaborates on observational systems like the Baltic Sea Observatory and develops methodologies for dissipation rate measurements using shear probes.

Publications highlight his work on submesoscale processes, gravity currents, and hydrodynamic modeling. His interdisciplinary approach integrates physical, chemical, and biological data to address challenges in marine sustainability and climate change.