Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon
María Máñez Costa is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the fields of material and coastal research, agricultural economics, and climate services. As a Senior Advisor at Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht Zentrum für Material- und Küstenforschung since September 2010, María has contributed significantly to the organization. In addition, María has been a Visiting Professor at Universitat Politècnica de València since November 2013. Between September 2014 and September 2019, María served as the Executive Director of the Earth League and held the position of Secretariat for the Climate Service Partnership from 2011 to 2017. María holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics from The University of Göttingen and a Diplom in Physical Geography from Justus Liebig University Giessen, with minors in Climate Geography, Vegetation Geography, Sociology, and Botany.
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Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon
The Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon conducts international cutting-edge research for a changing world: approximately 1,100 employees generate knowledge and innovation toward more resilience and sustainability. The Hereon’s scientific spectrum encompasses high-performance materials, processes and environmentally friendly technologies for mobility and new energy systems. Furthermore, research is conducted on biomaterials for medicine and for increasing the quality of life. Through research and consulting, the Hereon addresses the challenges of climate change in a solution-oriented manner and facilitates sustainable management as well as the protection of the coasts and marine environment through comprehensive scientific understanding. From basic understanding to practical applications – the interdisciplinary research center covers a unique spectrum. As part of an international network and as a member of the Helmholtz Association, the Hereon supports political, economic and societal institutions in shaping the future through the transfer of its expertise. Founded in 1956, the center is the largest non-university research institution in Schleswig-Holstein. In addition to its main location in Geesthacht and its site in Teltow near Berlin, the Hereon has branches in Hamburg, Kiel, Berlin and Garching bei München. The research center has an annual budget of approximately 100 million Euros.