Georg Kodl

I have a background in Physical Geography and Earth Sciences, with a strong interest in both fundamental and applied scientific research. My PhD focused on monitoring and understanding the impacts of climate and anthropogenic activities on geomorphological and ecological dynamics in the Arctic tundra. Specifically, I examined how topography creates highly heterogeneous landscapes. These landscapes shape microclimates and drive seasonal variations in summer and winter conditions, which in turn influence landscape development. By integrating ground-level data with drone and satellite datasets, this research developed an improved understanding of the nature-driven processes shaping tundra environments.

Alongside this, I have developed a strong interest in forest monitoring using satellite imagery and drones. This field is particularly exciting due to the growing need for accurate monitoring strategies, as the forest sector plays a critical role in offering nature-based. In my current position at Space Intelligence, I got the chance to contribute to global efforts in mapping and monitoring tropical forests.

Affiliations
since 2024 Data Scientist, Space Intelligence, Edinburgh, UK.

2020-2024 PhD researcher, Research assistant, Teaching assistant at the University of St Andrews, School of Geography and Sustainable Development, UK

2019-2020 Science Communicator, Intern, GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, Helmholtz-Centre Potsdam, Germany

2020 GIS Consultant, Integration Gmbh, Berlin, Germany

2011-2018 Research assistant, Teaching assistant, FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg, Geozentrum Nordbayern, Germany

Degrees
2020 – 2024 PhD in Geography and Sustainable Development, University of St Andrews, UK

2011-2017 MSc & BSc in Geosciences, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, Geozentrum Nordbayern, Germany

2017-18 Study stay at Universidad de Guadalajara, Hydrometeorology and Oceanographics, Guadalajara, Mexico

2013-14 Study stay at AGH University of Science and Technology, Geology, Krakow, Poland