Terrestrial observation platforms
The aim of this competence field is the operation of terrestrial observation platforms for the continuous observation of the various terrestrial subsystems (i.e. atmosphere, hydrosphere, pedosphere, biosphere). The long-term data is used for improving our understanding of the complex influences of climate change and land use change on terrestrial ecosystems. An important aspect is also the combination of the long-term observation platforms with dedicated larger scale experiments and integrated modelling to move forward our understanding of the functioning of terrestrial systems and the complex interactions and feedback mechanisms between its different compartments.
Projects and activities:
- TERENO (Terrestrial Environmental Observatories)
- SoilNet (wireless sensor network technology)
- ICOS (Integrated Carbon Observation System)
- Airborne active and passive microwave remote sensing
- Catchment hydrology/ Hydrological modelling
- Weatherradar Jülich (currently offline)
Contact:
Dr Heye Bogena
Head of research group "Terrestrial observation platforms"
- Institute of Bio- and Geosciences (IBG)
- Agrosphere (IBG-3)
Room R 3058