Maria Mercedes Solla Carracelas is a Researcher affiliated with the School of Forest Engineering at the University of Vigo. Her work focuses on geotechnologies and structural assessment of historical masonry structures using advanced imaging techniques. PhD: Completed in 2010 at University of Vigo Research Group: TF1 Applied Geotechnologies Campus: Pontevedra Her research emphasizes the application of ground-penetrating radar (GPR) for non-destructive evaluation of heritage sites, particularly historic bridges in Galicia, Spain. She contributes to interdisciplinary studies combining geodetic engineering, photogrammetry, and cultural preservation. Scientific Awards: Ramón y Cajal Fellowship
Michael E. Oskin is a Professor and former Department Chair (2017-2021) in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Davis. He also serves as faculty director of the Lassen Field Station, part of the UC Natural Reserve System. His research focuses on structural geology, geomorphology, and active tectonics, particularly the interplay between earthquakes, surface processes, and landscape evolution. He specializes in using high-resolution topography and geochronological techniques to study deformation rates, fault mechanics, and tectonic processes in regions like California and the Tibetan Plateau. Education: B.S. in Geology/Engineering Geology, UC Los Angeles (1995) Ph.D. in Geology, California Institute of Technology (2002) Research Interests: His work addresses deformation rates linked to earthquakes, continental deformation mechanisms, and topographic responses to geologic structures. Techniques include field observations, cosmogenic dating, and lidar analysis to quantify processes like fault slip, erosion, and landscape evolution. Publications: Recent work includes studies on fault rupture dynamics (e.g., San Andreas and Ridgecrest earthquakes), geochronological modeling, and tectonic evolution in regions like the Tibetan Plateau. His research bridges structural geology with quantitative methods to advance understanding of active crustal processes. Awards: Recipient of the UC Davis Graduate Program Advising and Mentoring Award (2020). Advising & Grants: Mentor to over 20 graduate students, emphasizing collaborative research, fieldwork, and open science practices. Prioritizes student summer support and funding for field/analytical costs. Leads a lab focused on earthquake geology and hosts weekly reading groups. Labs/Teams: Oversees the Lassen Field Station, teaching the summer field course GEL 110A and conducting research in the region. Active in the UC Natural Reserve System and collaborates with international research groups.
Jan-Henrik Haunert is a Professor at the University of Bonn, affiliated with the Institute of Cartography and Geoinformatics within the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science. His research focuses on map generalization, geographic information systems (GIS), and optimization techniques in cartography. He has contributed to projects funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG), particularly in deriving scale-dependent representations of geographic data. His work emphasizes logical consistency, semantic accuracy, and quality assessment in geospatial data processing. Key research areas include land cover map generalization, spatial data integration (e.g., volunteered geographic information), and rule-based incremental generalization. He has developed methodologies leveraging mixed-integer programming and straight skeleton algorithms for cartographic automation. His publications span peer-reviewed journals like GeoInformatica and Photogrammetrie - Fernerkundung - Geoinformation , as well as conference proceedings such as AGILE and ACM-GIS. Haunert’s contributions address challenges in geospatial data quality, including polygon simplification and river dataset matching. He has also explored applications in vehicle localization and virtual reality systems like the GeoScope for urban planning. His work bridges theoretical GIScience with practical applications in cartography and geoinformatics.
Prof. Heiner Igel is a Professor at the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) München. His research focuses on seismology, planetary geophysics, and structural health monitoring, leveraging advanced numerical methods and sensor technologies. He leads projects involving multi-component seismic measurements, seismic wave modeling, and planetary exploration instruments. Key research areas include rotational ground motion analysis, nonlinear seismic wave propagation, and subsurface imaging for Earth and planetary bodies. His work integrates cutting-edge numerical techniques like discontinuous Galerkin methods and Markov Chain Monte Carlo sampling for earthquake dynamics and material parameter inversion. Prof. Igel’s contributions include the NEPOS project for planetary seismic networks and collaborations with instruments like ROMY (Ring Laser Gyroscope). His studies span bridge monitoring, lunar subsurface exploration, and environmental seismology, emphasizing interdisciplinary applications of geophysical data.
Abdullah Karaman is a Professor at the Department of Geophysical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (ITU). His research focuses on geophysical modeling, subsidence due to longwall mining, hydrothermal systems, and seismic data analysis. He leads projects on geothermal applications using particle swarm optimization and collaborates internationally. Dr. Karaman has supervised 8 ongoing theses and has authored/co-authored over 17 publications since 1997. His work spans geophysical exploration, environmental geohazards, and subsurface imaging techniques. Education: Master of Science in Geophysics (1989) Research Interests: Hydrothermal system characterization using magnetotelluric methods Seismic inversion and diffraction imaging Geophysical monitoring of coal mine subsidence Optimization algorithms in geophysical data analysis Awards: None explicitly mentioned. Grants & Projects: Geothermal Applications of Particle Swarm Optimization Modeling Technique (2016–2021) Kordil Engineering Company: Geophysical consulting for international projects (2021) His lab focuses on integrating geophysical techniques with machine learning for high-resolution subsurface imaging.
Dr. Darius Popovas is a researcher at the Institute for Applied Photogrammetry and Geoinformatics (IAPG), Jade University of Applied Sciences, Oldenburg, Germany. He is a member of the Laboratory for Optical 3D Metrology, contributing to advancements in photogrammetry and 3D scanning technologies since 2020. His research focuses on photogrammetry , 3D metrology , and virtual simulation , with specific interests in developing laser scanner simulators for digital twin environments, educational applications, and robotic missions. His work integrates computer vision, geomatics, and educational technology to create innovative simulation tools that bridge theoretical research with practical industrial and academic implementations. Between 2020 and 2024, Popovas co-authored six publications demonstrating a progression from foundational simulator development to applications in dynamic scanning and geodetic network planning for robots. This trajectory highlights increasing complexity in virtual scanning technologies, with recent work emphasizing real-time processing, sensor simulation, and integration into digital twin frameworks for industrial and educational contexts. He is a key contributor to the DAAD-funded project "Virtual laser scanner simulator for digitizing the teaching environment" (2019-2024), which develops software for generating simulated 3D point cloud data to enhance teaching methodologies in photogrammetry and geoinformatics through virtual laboratories and digital training resources. Within the IAPG, Popovas collaborates in the Laboratory for Optical 3D Metrology under Prof. Dr. Thomas Luhmann, working alongside a multidisciplinary team including Dr. Maria Chizhova and Dr. Denys Gorkovchuk. The laboratory actively organizes the Oldenburg 3D Days conference series, serving as a platform for disseminating research in optical metrology and fostering industry-academia partnerships.
Jihye Park is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University's College of Engineering. She specializes in GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) positioning/navigation and remote sensing applications, focusing on enhancing system performance in harsh environments and leveraging GNSS for atmospheric monitoring. Her research includes detecting ionospheric disturbances caused by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and artificial explosions, as well as developing algorithms for real-time anomaly detection and navigation system improvements. Dr. Park holds a Ph.D. in Geodetic Science and Surveying from The Ohio State University (2012), an M.S. in Geodetic Science and Surveying from the same institution (2010), and prior degrees in Geoinformatics from The University of Seoul (B.S. 2004, M.S. 2006). Her research interests span GNSS remote sensing applications such as monitoring ionospheric anomalies, hurricane-induced rainfall trajectories, and coastal hazards. She also explores GNSS-Reflectometry (GNSS-R) for sea level changes, storm surge monitoring, and climate-related phenomena. Her work emphasizes real-time data processing, machine learning integration, and interdisciplinary applications in disaster response and geophysical monitoring. Dr. Park has contributed to advancements in GNSS accuracy through projects like JPL's GUARDIAN system and studies on the Galileo High Accuracy Service. Her recent work highlights automated detection systems and deep learning approaches for TID (Traveling Ionospheric Disturbance) identification, reflecting her commitment to bridging geomatics with environmental and disaster resilience challenges.
Christopher Parrish is a Professor and Plasker Faculty Scholar in Geomatics at Oregon State University's School of Civil and Construction Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an M.S. from the University of Florida. His research focuses on emerging geospatial technologies for coastal applications, including satellite-derived bathymetry, UAS-based mapping, and remote sensing. Parrish is a Past President of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) and has collaborated with NOAA's National Geodetic Survey and the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping (CCOM-JHC) at the University of New Hampshire. His work emphasizes fusion of multisource data for nearshore bathymetry and coastal zone management. Education: Ph.D., Civil Engineering (Geospatial Information Engineering), University of Wisconsin-Madison M.S., Civil and Coastal Engineering (Geomatics), University of Florida Research Interests: Advanced geospatial tools for coastal management, full-waveform LiDAR, topographic-bathymetric LiDAR, hyperspectral imagery, and UAS applications. Recent projects include ICESat-2 bathymetry validation and refraction correction methodologies for spectrally derived bathymetry. Awards: Plasker Faculty Scholar in Geomatics, ASPRS leadership roles, and contributions to coastal remote sensing standards. Labs/Teams: Parrish Research Group at Oregon State University, affiliated with CCOM-JHC for collaborative hydrographic research.
Maaria Nordman is an Assistant Professor at Aalto University's School of Built Environment , specializing in geodesy and its applications to navigation technologies, earth observation, and climate change impacts. Her expertise spans GNSS data accuracy, coastal habitat vulnerability, and geodynamic modeling. Email: maaria.nordman@aalto.fi Phone: +358503533852 Her research combines geodetic techniques with interdisciplinary approaches to address: Non-tidal atmospheric loading corrections in GNSS analysis Coastal adaptation to sea level rise 3D deformation monitoring through geospatial time series Smartphone positioning accuracy enhancements Height system unification via geodetic SAR Recent publications highlight her work in geodynamics and climate science, particularly focusing on the Baltic Sea region. While no formal awards are listed, her collaborative publications demonstrate significant contributions to geodetic research methodologies and coastal resilience studies.
Professor Wolfgang Zacharias is the Chair of Geodesy at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), leading the Geodetic Institute. His research focuses on satellite geodesy, Earth system monitoring, and climate change studies. He holds a PhD in Geodesy from TUM and has over 20 years of experience in geodetic data analysis and remote sensing applications. Education: PhD in Geodesy, Technical University of Munich, 2003 Diploma in Geomatics Engineering, Dresden University of Technology, 1998 Research Interests: Professor Zacharias specializes in integrating satellite altimetry, GPS, and radar interferometry for monitoring Earth's dynamic processes. His work addresses climate change impacts on sea levels, crustal deformation, and coastal erosion. He collaborates with international space agencies and contributes to global geodetic reference frameworks. Publications Trends: Recent articles emphasize multi-sensor data fusion, crustal deformation modeling, and climate-related geodetic applications. Key themes include satellite laser ranging, terrestrial laser scanning, and Earth rotation parameter estimation. Awards: 2023: Bavarian Order of Merit 2021: TUM Teaching Award Grants & Labs: He leads the Geodetic Institute at TUM, overseeing projects funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and the European Space Agency (ESA). Active in graduate education, he advises students in geodetic engineering and Earth observation technologies.
Paul A. Rosen is a Visiting Associate Professor in Geophysics and Lecturer in Electrical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). He has held roles as Technical Group Supervisor at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) since 1992 and has served as a Lecturer at Caltech during periods from 2000-2003, 2005-2008, 2022-23, and 2025 onward. His primary affiliation as a Visiting Associate at Caltech began in 1998 and continues through 2025. Education: B.S., M.S. from the University of Pennsylvania (1981-1982), and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University (1989). Research focuses on radar applications for geophysical exploration, particularly interferometric methods in geodesy and surface characterization. He also develops scientific computing frameworks for geodetic analysis, including the InSAR Scientific Computing Environment (ISCE). His work addresses earthquake rupture imaging, disaster response using SAR data, and tectonic deformation monitoring. Publications span radar-based geophysical analysis, computational geodesy, and interdisciplinary applications of remote sensing. Notable contributions include studies on the Bam earthquake (2003), Peruvian subduction zone earthquakes (2007), and rapid disaster response using COSMO-Skymed SAR data (2016). Advising and grants: No specific student advisees or grant details provided in the text. His professional activities are centered at JPL and Caltech, focusing on mission-critical geophysical research and education. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with JPL's radar and geophysics teams, contributing to missions like NISAR and advancing InSAR technology for Earth observation.
doc. dr Siniša Cvijić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Geodesy, University of Banja Luka. His research focuses on urban planning, cultural heritage preservation, and architectural history. He leads projects on heritage documentation using modern geodetic technologies and has contributed to studies on Austro-Hungarian military buildings, urban regeneration strategies, and cultural tourism potential. Key projects include 'Documentation of Architectural Cultural Heritage at Archaeological Sites Using Modern Geodetic Technologies' (2024-2025). He actively participates in international conferences, presenting on topics like rural settlement regeneration and city branding through cultural figures. His work bridges historical architectural analysis with contemporary urban challenges, emphasizing sustainable preservation and community-oriented development. Publications span journals like Buildings and SPATIUM International Review , addressing themes such as urban health landscapes, military building repurposing, and energy efficiency in historic structures. He collaborates with institutions like the Technical Institute of Bijeljina and has co-authored a notable monograph on interwar residential architecture in Banja Luka.
Félicia Norma Rebecca TEFERLE is a Full Professor in Geodesy at the University of Luxembourg's Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM), Department of Engineering. She leads the Geodesy and Geospatial Engineering research group, focusing on high-precision GNSS applications, remote sensing, and digital engineering technologies. Her work integrates geodetic, geophysical, and environmental methodologies. PhD in high-precision vertical land movement monitoring for sea level studies from the University of Nottingham. Industry experience in GPS systems for offshore geophysical investigations. Research interests include: GNSS processing strategies and atmospheric water vapor monitoring 3D land movement monitoring via SAR and photogrammetry BIM/GIS integration and machine learning for 3D city modeling No specific scientific awards or grant details are provided in the text. She maintains active roles in teaching, mentoring, and research innovation.
Prof. Kazimierz Bęcek is affiliated with the Wrocław University of Science and Technology as a faculty member in the Faculty of Geoengineering, Mining and Geology , specifically within the Department of Geodesy and Geoinformatics . His research spans multiple domains including geodesy, remote sensing, and geomatics, with a strong focus on elevation data analysis and environmental monitoring. Ecology Photogrammetry Remote Sensing Geodesy Geomatics Prof. Bęcek's work primarily investigates geospatial data accuracy, environmental dynamics, and geodetic methodologies. He has contributed significantly to elevation model validation, land subsidence detection, and vegetation collapse analysis through advanced remote sensing techniques. Recent publications highlight his expertise in Digital Elevation Model evaluation , LiDAR data processing , and environmental monitoring using satellite observations. His research extends to climate-ocean interactions and real-time geospatial mapping challenges. Contact: kazimierz.becek@pwr.edu.pl Physical address: ul. Na Grobli 15, 50-421 Wrocław, building L-1 (Geocentrum), room 366
Hans de Bresser is Professor of Teaching and Learning in the Earth Sciences Environment at Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences. Appointed as Dean of Regional Education effective September 1, 2022, he leads the university's initiative to strengthen partnerships with regional education providers in Utrecht. Previously, he served as Vice-Dean of Education at the Faculty of Geosciences, Director of Education for the Earth Sciences program, and Director of the Honours College in Geosciences. Professor de Bresser's research focuses on experimental rock deformation, structural geology, and tectonics. His work investigates the mechanical and transport properties of Earth materials under high temperature and pressure conditions, with applications to fault mechanics, reservoir compaction, and energy storage. He employs advanced materials testing techniques and microstructural analysis using light optical and electron microscopy. His research spans fundamental geomechanics to practical applications in resource extraction and geological storage. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the mechanical behavior of rocks relevant to energy transition challenges, including hydrogen storage in salt caverns and understanding deformation processes in gas fields. His work bridges fundamental rock physics with practical engineering applications, contributing to both academic knowledge and industrial solutions. Scientific Awards: Best Poster Award at NAC15, the 15th Netherlands Earth Sciences Conferences 2019, for the poster Student- and Problem-Centered Approaches to Learning in the Field Professor de Bresser has supervised numerous Bachelor's and Master's theses and has been actively involved in educational innovation at Utrecht University. He served as Chair of the Utrecht University Teaching Career Task Force and is a member of the Advisory Board of the Centre for Academic Teaching. His educational leadership extends to directing the Honours College in Geosciences and developing student-centered learning approaches. He leads the Experimental Rock Deformation group (HPT laboratory), also known as the Earth Simulation Lab, where advanced rock mechanics experiments are conducted. The lab focuses on understanding rock behavior under various pressure and temperature conditions, with applications to geological processes and energy-related challenges.
