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Michael Obersteiner is the Director of the Environmental Change Institute at the University of Oxford. His research experience spans biophysical modeling in areas such as ecosystems, forestry, agriculture, economics, and finance, focusing on integrated assessment. He works across ECI's research themes and previously joined the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) as the Director of the Ecosystems Services Management Program, which is currently the largest research program at IIASA since he began leading it in 1993. Obersteiner's contributions are also integral to Oxford’s Agile Initiative, which aims to promote rapid interdisciplinary research for environmental solutions. Throughout his career, he has been involved in the leadership of various national and international organizations, including the European Commission, WWF, and OECD. He has provided science-based policy advice using quantitative modeling techniques to numerous institutions. Additionally, he is an author of over 250 scientific papers and is recognized as a highly-cited researcher, ranking in the top 1% of citations according to Clarivate.
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