The IMK-ASF
The Institute of Meteorology and Climate Research - Atmospheric Trace Gases and Remote Sensing (IMK-ASF) investigates dynamic, microphysical and chemical processes in the Earth’s atmosphere, with the goal to understand, quantify and predict its natural variability and long-term changes.
Accurate measurements of atmospheric trace gases, aerosols and clouds from various observational platforms (ground-based stations, air craft, balloons, satellites) provide the data that are required for the modelling of atmospheric processes.
Particular focus of the activities of IMK-ASF is to investigate the complex links and feedbacks between climate change, dynamics and transport, and atmospheric chemistry.
On 16 und 17 October Helmholtz scientists met for a workshop in Karlsruhe to discuss recent developments in remote sensing of the Earth system.
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During the 2nd General Assembly, 90 scientists from more than 25 institutions met to discuss the status of the joint research project, present results and plan the next steps.
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The head of IMK-ASF, Prof. Dr. Peter Braesicke, has joined the board of Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD) as of 1 September. We thank him for his time at IMK-ASF and wish him best of success in his new role! Prof. Dr. Jan Cermak has taken over as acting head of the institute.
To press release (in german)