Research

Water is the very foundation of life on Earth. About 70% of the Earth's surface is covered by water. Oceans, rivers, lakes, glaciers, and groundwater form an interconnected system within the global water cycle that sustain ecosystems and provides vital resources for human societies. The global water cycle - the continuous movement of water between land and atmosphere- regulates weather patterns on Earth and helps ensure the availability of freshwater.

As these water systems and hydrological processes are continuously changing under the impact of climate change and human activity, their monitoring has become increasingly important. Remote sensing allows scientists to observe water bodies and hydrological processes continuously and across large areas. Monitoring changes in water availability, quality, and understanding water dynamics helps to assess environmental risks and support sustainable water management.

In our group, we investigate various environmental issues related to water systems. To investigate these issues, we combine multi-sensor technologies, such as imaging spectroscopy, SAR, LiDAR, and passive microwave, with process modelling. In addition to our applied research, we develop sensor systems and drive methodological innovation to improve the reliable use of remote sensing data.