Scientific Advisory Board
Experts from various scientific disciplines support the work of the center.
The Scientific Advisory Board supports and advises the ZKfN, and the Administrative Office in particular, on fundamental technical issues. In addition, it bolsters the Centre’s strategic orientation with scientific expertise and develops ideas for subjects to be addressed by new Climate Future Labs.
The Scientific Advisory Board’s members are national and international experts from a wide range of scientific disciplines. They serve on an honorary basis until the end of the first funding phase on 31 December 2027.
Prof. Dr. Ute Clement
, Scientific Advisory Board spokesperson, University of Kassel“The only way to successfully tackle the great challenges of our time is by working together. It is a matter dear to me that we successfully cooperate across the boundaries of our disciplines and federal states so that we can collectively build a future worth living.”More
Prof. Dr. Patricia Dávila Aranda
, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México“With my vision as a scientist working in the conservation of natural resources with a social- biological approach, but also with the experience of being involved in different national boards related to sustainability and climate change, I am delighted to be able to contribute my knowledge and expertise to the work of the Centre for Climate Research Lower Saxony and its Climate Future Labs.”More
Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Broermann
, Technische Universität Berlin“In times of climate and resource crisis, we can no longer carry on as if there was no tomorrow. Here I rely on science that develops intelligent solutions that focus on ecology, climate and social justice. This is essential to make a future worth living possible.”More
Dr. Tina Dettmer
, Volkwagen AG“Climate change is a truly interdisciplinary challenge – and I am happy to bring Life Cycle Thinking and industry perspective into the mosaic of the Scientific Advisory Board.“More
Dr. Patricia Egede
, Continental AG“I am deeply honoured to be appointed to the Scientific Advisory Board of the ZKfN. It is a privilege to be considered for a role where I can contribute to making a positive impact on the climate research landscape of Lower Saxony. I look forward to collaborating with my fellow board members on this important assignment.”More
Prof. Dr. Victoria Johnson
, United States Naval Academy“I am delighted to be a part of ZKfN's Scientific Advisory board and honored to be working with this interdisciplinary team of experts. It is amazing to see the novel research ideas that will bring us the solutions needed to mitigate effects of climate change.”More
Prof. Dr. Gerd Michelsen
, Leuphana Universität Lüneburg“Climate change and the energy transition are two sides of the same coin and major societal challenges. The ZKfN is tackling these challenges and working on scientifically sound solutions. Against this background, I am very happy to support the Scientific Advisory Board with my expertise as a sustainability scientist.”More