Pål Erik Isachsen

Pål Erik Isachsen is a Professor in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Oslo, affiliated with the Section for Meteorology and Oceanography (MetOs). His research focuses on ocean dynamics at high latitudes, baroclinic instability, and numerical ocean modeling. He holds academic positions in the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences.

Research interests include understanding ocean circulation patterns in Arctic and Nordic regions, eddy dynamics, and the impact of topography on fluid flow. His work integrates numerical simulations with observational data from sources like Argo floats and satellite altimetry.

Recent studies emphasize mesoscale eddies in the Arctic Mediterranean, tidal effects on particle transport, and baroclinic instability in stratified systems. His research has implications for climate dynamics and oceanographic modeling. Collaborations span institutions globally, with a focus on projects like MATNOC and the Nansen Legacy.

Teaching includes courses such as GEO2320 (Oceanography) and GEO4960 (General Circulation of the Oceans). He actively contributes to research groups like Oceanography and participates in initiatives addressing Arctic climate change.