Vikram Unnithan

Prof. Dr. Vikram Unnithan is a Professor of Geoscience at the School of Science, Constructor University Bremen (formerly Jacobs University Bremen). With a doctorate from University College Dublin (2001) and an MSc equivalent from Utrecht University, his academic background spans geology, geophysics, and applied geophysics.

Research Interests: As a marine geologist and applied geophysicist, Unnithan focuses on

• Hydrocarbon exploration and seismic interpretation
• Gas hydrate systems and fluid transport models
• Planetary geosciences and lunar cave detection
• Geo-informatics and GIS data analysis
• Cold-water coral studies and marine habitat mapping

Recent Publications highlight interdisciplinary work on planetary analog environments (Vulcano Island, Lanzarote), gas hydrate dynamics in deep-sea fans (Nile Deep-Sea Fan), and advanced robotic exploration tools (DAEDALUS systems). His teaching portfolio includes 20+ years of curriculum development for courses in sedimentology, marine geophysics, and GIS, with annual marine excursions on the German Research Vessel Heincke.

Professional Affiliations include memberships in

• American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
• American Geophysical Union (AGU)
• Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG)
• European Association of Geologists and Engineers (EAGE)
• German Geophysical Association
• German Geological Association (GV)

Leadership Roles: Unnithan has served on multiple institutional committees including the Faculty IT Committee (2005–2015), Undergraduate Admission Committee (2008–2018), and as an ombudsman (2013–present). His work bridges marine geophysics with planetary exploration through collaborations with the European Space Agency and DAEDALUS robotics projects.