Dr. Horst Machguth

Assistant Professor

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Biography

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.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Fribourg • Fribourg, Switzerland

Engaged in teaching and research in the field of glaciology.

Senior Scientist

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Fribourg • Fribourg, Switzerland

Conducted advanced research in glaciology and contributed to various projects.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2013-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Technical University of Denmark DTU • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Focused on research related to Arctic technologies and ice sheet dynamics.

Requirements for University of Fribourg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university in a related field Minimum 60-90 ECTS in the chosen discipline
Application Checklist
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  • Official transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation letter
  • Language proficiency certificate
  • Copy of passport/ID
Specialization Notes

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