Faculty Member | Department of Geosciences | University of Oslo
I am a geoscientist and faculty member in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Oslo (UiO), Norway, specializing in applied geophysics and remote sensing for environmental and near-surface research. My work focuses on developing and integrating advanced geophysical methods, satellite-based observations, and digital tools to investigate dynamic surface and subsurface processes. My research places a strong emphasis on geophysical system development and monitoring, including electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) monitoring, time-lapse experiments, and mobile and drone-based platforms such as UAV-mounted GPR. I combine field experimentation with synthetic modeling and numerical simulations to better understand geophysical signal behavior, support method development, and improve the design of monitoring systems for environmental applications. I work extensively with satellite remote sensing, airborne and terrestrial LiDAR, and photogrammetry, integrating these datasets within advanced GIS and computational workflows. This multi-sensor approach allows for robust analysis of environmental change, landscape dynamics, and Earth-surface processes across scales. My current research builds on experience gained through international projects in Europe and Asia, including large-scale landscape investigations and digital documentation initiatives. Notably, I have led and contributed to projects involving geophysical prospection, LiDAR-based landscape analysis, and drone-based surveying, where I coordinated data acquisition, managed large geospatial datasets, and developed digital platforms to support interdisciplinary research. My background also includes geoarchaeology and archaeological geophysics, where geoscientific methods are applied to the study of human–environment interactions and cultural landscapes. While this remains part of my interdisciplinary profile, my present focus is directed primarily toward environmental geophysics, monitoring, and modeling. At UiO, I teach courses in applied geophysics, geomorphology, and geoinformatics, with a strong emphasis on practical skills, experimental design, and critical interpretation of geophysical and remote-sensing data. I am committed to fostering interdisciplinary research that connects geosciences, environmental studies, and digital technologies.
