Dr. Ehsan Forootan

Professor

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Biography

Ehsan Forootan is a Professor in Geodesy at Aalborg University. He holds a B.Sc. in Civil-Surveying Engineering from Khaje Nasir Technical University, an M.Sc. in Geodesy-Hydrography from the University of Tehran, and a Ph.D. in Geodesy from the University of Bonn. His research interests focus on satellite mathematical geodesy, hydrology, and the application of GNSS, satellite gravity, and satellite altimetry for monitoring and predicting Earth System processes. He has contributed significantly to analyzing remote sensing observations, particularly regarding hydro-meteorologic interactions and Earth surface changes. Professor Forootan is an expert in statistical signal processing and data assimilation techniques. He has held various positions, including as vice-chair of the International Association of Geodesy and as a peer reviewer for leading journals. His work supports several UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior GNSS Expert

2019-10-01 — 2020-07-30

Robert Bosch GmbH • Abstatt, Germany

Worked as a Senior GNSS expert.

Senior Researcher

2018-09-01 — 2019-09-01

Institute of Physics and Meteorology, University of Hohenheim • Germany

Focused research on geodetic data assimilation in Earth System Models.

Lecturer

2016-07-01 — 2018-08-01

School of Earth and Ocean Sciences, Cardiff University • U.K.

Worked as a lecturer with a focus on satellite geodesy.

Postdoctoral Researcher

2014-01-01 — 2016-12-31

University of Bonn • Germany

Conducted postdoctoral research related to geodesy.

Awards

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ABC/J Young Academic Award

2015-06-01

Requirements for Aalborg University

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree English proficiency level B
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma and transcripts
  • Official English translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally to Master's programs across departments including Sociology, Business, and Engineering at Aalborg University.