Volker Paelke

Volker Paelke is an Assistant Professor of 3D Geovisualization and Augmented Reality at the Institute of Cartography and Geoinformatics, Leibniz University Hannover. His work focuses on user interface design, mixed reality systems, and geoinformatics applications. He leads research in augmented reality visualization, location-based services, and spatial data interaction.

Education background includes a PhD in 3D Illustration Design (2002) and extensive postdoctoral research in mixed reality systems. His interdisciplinary approach bridges computer science, geospatial technologies, and human-computer interaction.

Research interests emphasize innovative user interfaces for geovisualization, context-aware systems, and applications of augmented reality in archaeology, education, and navigation. Key projects include the GeoScope mixed-reality device and AR-based navigation tools.

Over 50 peer-reviewed publications since 2002 span topics like tag-cloud visualizations, adaptive LIDAR scanning, and agile design methods for mixed reality systems. His work frequently explores integration of software engineering and usability engineering in system development.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Institute's Mixed Reality Lab and collaborates with industry partners on geovisualization tools. Advises on EU-funded projects like GeoPilot involving image-based interaction and public participation systems.