Dr. Harald Kürschner

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Biography

Harald Kürschner is a professor at the Institute of Biology at the Free University of Berlin, focusing on systematic botany and plant geography. His research interests include epiphytic bryophyte diversity, phytosociological studies, and the biogeography of bryophytes in tropical regions. He has significantly contributed to the understanding of the flora and vegetation patterns in the Arabian Peninsula and Turkey, engaging in international cooperation with various research institutions. He has published extensively, with key studies on bryophytes in Mediterranean ecosystems and tropical rainforests. Through his work, Kürschner has highlighted the ecological adaptations and life strategies of bryophytes in diverse climatic conditions. He has also participated in several research projects aimed at assessing vegetation and natural resource management in different geographical locales, including North Anatolia and Madeira. His experience spans over twenty years in field research, enabling a deeper insight into plant communities' dynamics and conservation needs.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Institute of Biology, Free University of Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Leads research and teaching in systematic botany and plant geography.

Requirements for Freie Universität Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with 10 ECTS in Methods of Empirical Social Research 10 ECTS in International Relations 35 ECTS in Political and Administrative Sciences
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1)
  • Proof of German proficiency (DSH-2)
  • Course descriptions for ECTS verification
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political and Social Sciences.