Dr. Gerhard Schmiedl

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Biography

Gerhard Schmiedl is a Professor of Micropaleontology at the University of Hamburg. His academic career began with a Diplom in Geology and Paleontology from the University of Würzburg, followed by a Ph.D. from the University of Bremen, where he focused on reconstructing late Quaternary deep-water circulation using benthic foraminiferal associations. He has held various positions, including Heisenberg Fellow at the University of Leipzig and Assistant Professor at the same institution. His research interests encompass Benthic Foraminifera, Paleoceanography, and Isotope Geochemistry. Schmiedl has participated in numerous research cruises across diverse marine environments, contributing significantly to the understanding of past climate variability and marine ecosystems. He has received several awards and fellowships related to marine research and is an active member of various professional societies. His work includes studies on the ventilation of Red Sea deep waters and the dynamics of past climate events in the Mediterranean and North African regions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Micropaleontology

2006-01-01 — Present

University of Hamburg • Hamburg

Position as Professor focusing on micropaleontology and related research.

Heisenberg Fellow

2002-01-01 — 2006-01-01

University of Leipzig • Leipzig

Fellowship position focusing on paleoceanographic research.

Assistant Professor

2001-01-01 — 2002-01-01

University of Leipzig • Leipzig

Assistant Professor in Geology.

Research Associate (Postdoc)

1999-01-01 — 2001-01-01

University of Tübingen • Tübingen

Postdoctoral research in geology and paleontology.

Awards

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Heisenberg Fellowship

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Ohio State University Postdoctoral Fellowship

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Annette-Barthelt Award

Requirements for University of Hamburg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field At least 60 ECTS in core computer science subjects
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of Records
  • Bachelor's degree certificate (or preliminary transcript)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Module descriptions/table of 60 ECTS in CS
Specialization Notes

Includes tracks like Intelligent Adaptive Systems (IAS).