Dr. Simon Oberholzer

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Simon Oberholzer is a Research Associate at the Institute of Geography, University of Bern, specializing in sustainable land management and soil properties. His current PhD project focuses on cover crops and organic reduced tillage systems, exploring their effects on soil management strategies and related measurement methodologies. He has published research on the effects of biological and chemical processes on soil properties and the performance of visible-near-infrared models for soils rich in carbonate. His work has been presented in several academic journals, highlighting significant contributions to the understanding of crop water use in Swiss pedoclimatic conditions and innovative practices in agricultural science. With a solid academic background, including a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science from ETH Zürich, Simon brings international experience from work on farms across Switzerland, Germany, and Spain.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2019-01-01 — Present

Institute of Geography, University of Bern • Bern, Switzerland

Conducting research in sustainable land management and its impact on soil properties.

Part-time Employee

2023-01-01 — Present

Market Gardening Vegetable Farm • Bern, Switzerland

Engaged in various agricultural practices in a market gardening setting.

Farm Worker

2016-01-01 — 2019-01-01

Various Farms in Switzerland, Germany, and Spain •

Gained practical experience in agricultural processes across different European regions.

Requirements for University of Bern

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent Maximum 60 ECTS credits of additional requirements if background is slightly different
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Specialization Notes

Part of the Swiss Joint Master in Computer Science (Bern, Fribourg, Neuchâtel).