Dr. Luis Inostroza gave an inspiring lecture at the geographic colloquium at the University of Würzburg on the 23rd of May. His thought provoking talk titled “The urban ecosystem. Can cities be sustainable at all?” postulated that at the beginning of the 21st century, the urban challenge remains more epistemological than operational. We thank Luis for stimulating the critical discourse about the status quo of research towards planetary urbanization.
Internship Presentation: Clemens Schömig at Allianz Reinsurance
Clemens's talk highlighted how geodata analysis is crucial for quantifying spatial risks, like floods and hurricanes. Reinsurance companies use this data to develop optimal products and monitor large asset portfolios, taking action if a significant portion is exposed...
