Research Groups at IGN

Biogeochemistry

The Research Group of Biogeochemistry (in forest and nature under change) study the cycles of water, carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus and other elements in terrestrial ecosystems.

Biopolymers and redox enzymes

Our research is focused on the enzymes that catalyse degradation of plant cell walls in nature as well as in industrial biorefineries.

Bioresource Chemistry and Technology

Increased utilisation of biomass in our society is essential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change

Ecology and Nature Management

The research group conducts basic and applied research and teaching in systems ecology, conservation and restoration of habitats for flora and fauna in a wide range of natural, semi-natural and managed ecosystems.

Environment and Society in the Global South

The aim of the research group is to contribute to understanding globalisation processes and human dimensions of global change in the Global South.

Forest Genetics and Diversity

We apply quantitative and genomic tools in population genetic, ecological, domestication and eco-physiological studies. Several projects address the adaptation of tree species to present and future biotic and abiotic…

Geochemistry and Mineral Resources

The research group - Geochemistry and Mineral Resources - focuses on the dynamic, petrological and (isotope-) geochemical characterization of magma chamber processes and the related evolution of igneous and volcanic…

Geomorphology, processes and landscapes

Our research focuses on geomorphology, sedimentology and transport processes in fluvial, coastal, estuarine and marine environments.

Geophysics

The Geophysics group focuses on the application and development of physical methods to studies of the solid Earth, including seismic methods, geodynamic modelling, potential field methods, geoelectric methods, georadar…

GIScience/Geodesign

The research group GIScience/Geodesign is focussing on GIS, geodesign and geodata – both as a computer based technique and in relation to the scientific and epistemological foundation of the field.

Land use, earth observation and sustainability

We are a multi-disciplinary group of scientists, including geographers, computer scientists and remote sensing specialists.

Landscape Architecture and Urban History

We provide historical perspectives and methods that can help to advance more inclusive and just ways of constructing and living with buildings, cities and landscapes.

Landscape Architecture and Urbanism

The research group Landscape Architecture and Urbanism wishes is to provide, develop and communicate knowledge of landscape architecture and urbanism. More specifically that is theories of and methods for the analysis…

Landscape Technology

We work with water, terrain, plants and their relation to landscape architecture. The aim is to create the best methodological foundation for development, operation and management of green and sustainable urban…

Nature, Green Spaces and Outdoor Recreation

The research fields of this multidisciplinary group are the socio-cultural contributions of nature to people provided by urban and rural green and blue spaces and the governance of these spaces as complex…

Nature, Health and Design

The research group work focuses on research, development and teaching within evidence-based health design and nature-based treatment with the aim to improve health outcomes for various user – and target groups.

Sedimentary Systems

The research field of the Water Resources research group focuses on the advancement of techniques for monitoring and simulating processes that govern fluxes of water and matter across hydrological domains; land surface,…

Silviculture, Trees and Bioresources

The research group studies the forest as an ecosystem, including its relation to the surrounding landscapes and the functioning of the individual tree.

Spatial Change and Planning

The research group Spatial Change and Planning works with planning and management of urban areas, landscapes and rural districts.

Terrestrial Ecosystem Analysis

The Terrestrial Ecosystem Analysis Group is doing research on climate, hydrology and soil in terrestrial ecosystems.

Transformation of cities and landscapes – Geoinformatics

Transformation of cities and landscapes – Geoinformatics Spatial inequalities: The societal challenges of urbanization and rural transformations We are experts in mapping, analysing and understanding the processes and…

Tropical Trees and Landscapes

Our objective is to mobilize and build capacity, carry out applied and basic research, provide training and education, and advisory services within the research area of tropical trees and landscapes.

Water Resources

We do research on the geological, physical and chemical processes that govern fluxes of water and matter across hydrological domains, from meter scale to regional scale. Our research is frequently based on field data…