Mr. Oliver Lowe, HAWK University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Germany
Mr. Oliver Löwe is a soil scientist at the HAWK University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Göttingen, Germany. He holds a Master of Geoscience with honors from Georg August University and has extensive experience in subsoil analysis, environmental geology, and soil contamination. Since 2020, he has been serving as a research assistant and lecturer in the Faculty of Resource Management, focusing on sustainable soil management and applied geosciences. In addition to his academic role, he works as an expert at the environmental office ARBOR revital, contributing to practical solutions in environmental protection and land assessment.
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Summary:
Mr. Oliver Löwe has developed a well-rounded profile that bridges academic research, practical field experience, and teaching. His work in developing mobile soil CO₂ measuring technologies contributes significantly to environmental monitoring and sustainable land management. His strengths in applied soil science and his balanced involvement in both academia and industry make him a commendable candidate.
🎓 Education
Oliver Löwe completed his secondary education at Elector Joachim Friedrich High School in Wolmirstedt between 2003 and 2010, earning his high school diploma. He went on to study Geosciences at Georg August University in Göttingen, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from 2011 to 2014. He continued his academic journey at the same university, completing a Master of Geoscience with honors from 2014 to 2017.
💼Experience
Oliver began his professional engagement in 2010 with community service at the Magdeburg Education Network. In 2014, he undertook an internship as a geologist at the Rainer Hartmann Society for Applied Biology and Geology mbH. His professional career progressed in 2017 when he joined Geotechnik Heiligenstadt GmbH as a geologist focusing on subsoil investigations. In 2019, he took on a broader role at Eurofins Umwelt Nord GmbH in Göttingen, specializing in both subsoil analysis and construction-related contaminants. Since 2020, Oliver has been serving as a research assistant in soil science at the Faculty of Resource Management at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Göttingen. In 2022, he expanded his responsibilities as a lecturer in the same field and faculty. In 2023, he additionally became an expert at the environmental office ARBOR revital in Halle.
🔬Research Focus
Oliver’s research focuses on soil science, with an emphasis on subsoil characteristics, soil contamination, and environmental sustainability. His academic work supports the Faculty of Resource Management, where he contributes to both research and instruction in soil-related topics.
🛠️Skills
Oliver possesses strong analytical and practical expertise in geosciences, soil science, subsoil assessment, and environmental contamination. His combined academic and professional background reflects capabilities in scientific research, teaching, geological fieldwork, and environmental consulting.
📚 Publications
Title:
Determination of soil CO₂ concentration with two newly developed mobile measuring devices
Authors:
Löwe, O., Thiers, O., Weltecke, K., Kurth, E. W., Gaertig, T.
Year:
2025
Journal:
Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science
Conclusion:
Mr. Oliver Löwe is a strong and deserving nominee for the Research for Best Researcher Award. With continued focus on publishing, international collaboration, and independent research leadership, he has the potential to become a leading figure in soil and environmental sciences.