Matthias Kuhle

Geographer and academic with research focus

Matthias Kuhle - Geographer and academic with research focus
Born

April 20th, 1948
77 years ago

Died

April 25th, 2015
10 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Born in 1948, a German geographer and academic specialized in physical geography and mountain research. Contributed significantly to the fields of geomorphology and climate change, particularly in relation to the Alpine region. Served as a professor at the University of Magdeburg, where research included topics such as glaciology and environmental changes. Published numerous scientific papers and books on geographic phenomena and climate impacts.

Contributed to mountain research

Published extensively on geomorphology

Held a professorship at the University of Magdeburg

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