Torsten Kanzow

Prof. Torsten Kanzow is a Professor at the University of Bremen and Head of the Climate Sciences Division and Section Physical Oceanography of Polar Seas at the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI). His research focuses on ocean currents' roles in polar regions, including their impact on sea ice dynamics, ocean-ice sheet interactions, and global climate systems. He leads expeditions to key Arctic and Antarctic regions such as Fram Strait, the Eurasian Arctic Ocean, and the Weddell Sea.

Key research areas include Arctic amplification mechanisms, Atlantic Water circulation patterns, and the influence of ocean currents on Greenland's ice shelves. His work integrates field observations from autonomous instruments, ship-based expeditions (e.g., MOSAiC), and numerical modeling to understand climate feedbacks and ocean circulation changes.

Recent projects involve analyzing data from the MOSAiC expedition to investigate Arctic Ocean dynamics and the impacts of warming Atlantic Water on marine-terminating glaciers. Collaborations span international networks addressing climate variability and polar environmental changes.