Thomas Soltwedel

Dr. Thomas Soltwedel is a leading researcher in deep-sea and Arctic marine ecology at the Alfred Wegener Institute. As Section Head of Deep-Sea Ecology and Technology, he oversees long-term ecological research at the HAUSGARTEN observatory in the Fram Strait. His work focuses on benthic processes, deep-sea biology, and experimental ecology. He leads projects investigating climate change impacts on Arctic ecosystems, including studies on carbon sequestration, biodiversity shifts, and pollution dynamics. His research integrates field observations, experimental manipulations, and large-scale data analysis. Dr. Soltwedel's contributions include pioneering studies on benthic-pelagic coupling and the effects of environmental changes on deep-sea communities.

Key responsibilities include managing the HAUSGARTEN observatory, coordinating international expeditions aboard the Polarstern, and leading interdisciplinary teams. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and contributed to major initiatives like the MOSAiC expedition. His research spans from understanding oxygen dynamics in ocean basins to studying meiofauna distribution in polar regions. Dr. Soltwedel collaborates with global networks like ICOS and ILTER to advance ocean observation systems.

• Education: Doctorate in Marine Biology (details not specified)
• Affiliations: Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Association
• Key Projects: LTER HAUSGARTEN, FRAM Observing System, Arctic Ocean Observing