Dr. Anastasia Lobanova

Dr. Anastasia Lobanova has a diverse work experience spanning various organizations and roles. Dr. Anastasia is currently the Director of Science at Climatiq, a position they have held since October 2021. Prior to their current role, they worked at the PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research from 2014 to 2021. During their time at PIK, they held multiple positions including Guest Scientist, Project Lead/Researcher, and Researcher.

Dr. Lobanova has also served as an External Consultant for the World Meteorological Organization since March 2022. Dr. Anastasia previously worked as an External Consultant for The Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia in 2018 and the Asian Development Bank in 2017.

Their early career includes an internship at PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research in 2013 and a position as a Researcher at The Centre for Water and Environmental Studies (CENEHA) in 2012. Prior to their work in climate research, Dr. Lobanova worked as a Water Systems Design Engineer at AQUANORD Water Systems LtD from 2010 to 2011. Their responsibilities included designing water supply and wastewater treatment systems, liaising with customers and municipal authorities, and preparing technical documentation.

Dr. Anastasia Lobanova has an extensive education history. Dr. Anastasia began their academic journey at Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering from 2005 to 2011, where they earned a Higher National Diploma in Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment Systems. In 2010, they attended Mikkeli University of Applied Sciences and received a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Building Services Engineering.

Furthering their studies, Dr. Lobanova pursued a European Joint Master of Science Degree in Hydroinformatics and Water Management, first at Brandenburg Technical University Cottbus from 2011 to 2013, and then at Newcastle University in 2012. Finally, they attended Technische Universität Berlin from 2014 to 2018, where they completed their education with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering, specializing in the numerical modeling of hydrosystems.