Oliver Zielinski

Oliver Zielinski (born 1970) is a physicist, marine scientist, and technology developer. His scientific career spans environmental physics, marine sensing and observation systems, digital technologies, and artificial intelligence. Since January 2026, he has served as Scientific Director of Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon and Professor of Environmental Physics and Technology at the University of Rostock. He contributes to the strategic development of research organizations and research infrastructures, advises national and international science policy bodies, and actively promotes dialogue among science, government, industry, and society.