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Horst Machguth is focused on surface mass balance of glaciers and ice sheets. He has contributed to a global-scale assessment of ice resources and has conducted geophysical process studies on the Greenland ice sheet. He works on making historical data available for modern research, published on the theoretical aspects of modeling. Currently, he is studying firn processes on the Greenland ice sheet, especially the relationship of mass balance gradients with climate in Central Asia. Machguth held various positions, including Assistant Professor at the University of Fribourg, Senior Scientist at the University of Fribourg, and a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Technical University of Denmark. He has been involved in research with several institutions and has contributed significantly to the understanding of glacier mass balance modeling in high mountain topography, using regional climate model data.
University of Fribourg • Fribourg, Switzerland
Engaged in teaching and research in the field of glaciology.
University of Fribourg • Fribourg, Switzerland
Conducted advanced research in glaciology and contributed to various projects.
Technical University of Denmark DTU • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Focused on research related to Arctic technologies and ice sheet dynamics.
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