Two Hundred Fifty Years of Alexander von Humboldt - Humboldtian Systems Science in the 21st Century

Explore the enduring legacy of Alexander von Humboldt in this 2-hour conference talk commemorating the 250th anniversary of his birth. Delve into Humboldt's groundbreaking holistic approach to Earth sciences, which laid the foundation for modern systems science. Discover his pioneering contributions to various scientific disciplines, including geomagnetics, climatology, plant diversity, volcanology, and mineral genesis. Learn about Humboldt's early recognition of human impact on the environment and his promotion of international scientific collaboration. Examine how contemporary geosciences align with Humboldt's visionary principles and discuss the relevance of his integrated approach in addressing current global challenges. Gain insights from leading experts in the field as they present research themes inspired by Humboldt's work and explore the future of Humboldtian systems science in the 21st century.