The Institute was founded in 1964 by Professor Stephan Müller. In 1970, he was succeeded by Professor Karl Fuchs, who retired in 1997. His successor is Professor Friedemann Wenzel, who was then appointed to the University of Karlsruhe in 1994. In 1986, a second chair was established at the Institute, to which Professor Peter Hubral was appointed. In 2009, he was succeeded by Professor Thomas Bohlen.
We focus on the theoretical challenges of seismology, computer-intensive modeling, and inversions of geophysical observations, as well as on field seismology.
Objectives:
- Development of seismic modelling and inversion methods for the reconstruction of the interior of the earth
- Development of seismology-supported reservoir management methods
- Extending knowledge on the formation, dynamics, and structure of the solid Earth
- Quantification, forecasting, and early warning of natural disasters in a geological/geophysical context
We offer Bachelor's and Master's programs in Geophysics.