Finnish Meteorological Institute
Lauri Laakso is a highly experienced researcher and manager in the fields of marine and atmospheric science, currently serving as the Head of Marine Observatories and Measurement Techniques research group at the Finnish Meteorological Institute since May 2010. With a significant background that includes leadership roles in multiple research groups, Lauri has overseen substantial annual budgets and managed teams ranging from 8 to 10 direct reports. Lauri has contributed to international scientific cooperation as an extraordinary professor at North West University in South Africa, while also holding positions such as Senior Scientist and Research Manager. Notable achievements include leading the construction of the Utö marine research station and coordinating various atmospheric measurement projects. Lauri's educational credentials include a PhD and postdoctoral research from the University of Helsinki, along with qualifications in management and physics.
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Finnish Meteorological Institute
Ilmatieteen laitos havainnoi ja tutkii ilmakehää, lähiavaruutta ja meriä. Tuotamme palveluita yleisen turvallisuuden, elinkeinoelämän ja kansalaisten tarpeisiin. Tehtävämme on varmistaa, etteivät sää tai olosuhteet yllätä ketään – olipa kyse olosuhteista maalla, merellä, ilmassa tai avaruudessa, lähitunteina tai tulevaisuudessa. Ilmatieteen laitos kuuluu liikenne- ja viestintäministeriön hallinnonalaan. The Finnish Meteorological Institute makes observations and research on the atmosphere, the near space and the seas. We provide services for the needs of public safety, business life and citizens. The Finnish Meteorological Institute is an administrative branch of the Ministry of Transport and Communications.