Knowledge Transfer
We understand knowledge transfer as a diverse and application-oriented activity. It is based on research results and is aligned with the needs of various target groups in society and politics. In this way, the GFZ contributes to better coping with future challenges in the field of earth and environment.
Scientific findings are made available to social stakeholders in various formats. Through advisory services, participation in relevant committees, dialog, outreach and training services and information platforms, political decision-makers and civil society groups are empowered to make solid and evidence-based decisions.
A special feature of the Earth and Environment research area is the transfer activities coordinated between different centers, which synthesize and communicate scientific results from different research areas (SynCom).
Knowledge Transfer Projects 2024
As part of this year's ideas competition, three knowledge transfer projects were selected for funding:
1) 3D data visualization in the web browser
Project manager: Dr. Christian Meeßen
Project duration: June to August 2024
The GFZ collects and processes a wide range of measurement data of the geosphere. Numerous different stakeholders inside and outside the GFZ and the scientific community have a great interest in using this data. This project is a first step towards a three-dimensional visualization of geodata. By building a modular framework, a demonstrator in the form of an interactive, static web viewer will be set up. The prototype will use data from the GRACE satellite missions, earth plates and volcanic areas provided by GFZ scientists.
2) Climate change at our doorstep
Project managers: Dr. Sibylle Itzerott, Dr. Theresa Blume, Manuela Lange
Project duration: May to December 2024
The GFZ has built up many years of expertise in forest health through research activities within the TERENO-Northeast platform. For this project, the knowledge will be harnessed for the forested Potsdam Telegrafenberg, the GFZ's main campus. With the help of ground-based measurements, remote sensing data and visualization instruments, the condition of the trees will be observed “ at our doorstep”, so to speak. The school laboratory at our center will be involved in the work in a participatory manner. The aim is to make the collected data available to the public via an online information tool and thus raise awareness of our immediate environment and a more sustainable way of acting.
3) Pathways to zero-emission heating in Brandenburg, a podcast
Project manager: Dr. Germán Bersalli & Dr. Franziska Mey (RIFS)
Project duration: May–December 2024
The core idea of this project is to critically discuss different options to decarbonize heating in Brandenburg
and diffuse the knowledge through a podcast. The podcast will integrate different perspectives
and experiences from scientists, energy providers and users and will inform about the opportunities and challenges in the transition to zeroemission heating.
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