Shfaqat Abbas Khan
Professor
Department of Space Research and Technology, Technical University of Denmark (DTU Space), Kongens Lyngby
Biography
Shfaqat Abbas Khan is a geophysicist and professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in geodesy, glaciology, and sea-level change. His research focuses on GPS and crustal motion geodesy, plate tectonics, elastic loading, postglacial rebound, and the effects of ice mass loss on Earth's surface. His work has been instrumental in understanding how melting glaciers contribute to rising sea levels and land deformation. Khan has published extensively and is widely cited in the scientific community. His research aligns with global climate challenges, contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Through precise geodetic measurements, he provides critical insights into Earth's changing dynamics, benefiting both science and policy. His expertise continues to shape the field of geophysics, advancing knowledge on ice sheet stability and its impact on the environment and human societies.
