Severin Hohensinner

Dr. Severin Hohensinner is a Senior Lecturer and Senior Researcher at the Institute of Hydrobiology and Aquatic Ecosystem Management, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU). His work bridges fluvial morphology, environmental history of rivers, and historical GIS, with a focus on reconstructing pre-regulation river landscapes and their implications for modern river restoration. Collaborating with institutions like viadonau and the Austrian Committee for Danube Research, he specializes in the Danube River, Mur, and Salzach systems.

• Key Research Areas: River history, floodplain sedimentology, digital humanities in hydrology, hydromorphological assessment, Alpine river dynamics, and urban water management.
• Scientific Awards: 2014 Reinhard Liepolt-Prize for Danube Research, 2006 Recognition Award for Science (Province of Lower Austria).
• Notable Collaborations: Projects with WWF Austria, Austrian Academy of Sciences, and international conferences on climate resilience and socio-ecological river systems.

His 39+ publications and 2013-2025 media contributions highlight historical lessons for modern flood risk governance and river-lake interactions. He has presented at global forums on the Danube, Salzach, and Red River systems.