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Sandor Mulsow
Former Head, Office of Environmental Management and Mineral Resources at International Seabed Authority
Sandor Mulsow is a prominent Chilean scientist and environmental expert with extensive experience in marine sciences and international organizations. Here's an overview of his background and career:
Professional Experience
Sandor Mulsow has over 20 years of international experience in marine sciences as a United Nations expert.3 His career includes several notable positions:
- UN Scientist at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)2
- Head of the Office of Environmental Management and Mineral Resources at the International Seabed Authority (ISA) from 2013 to 20191
- Full Professor at Universidad Austral de Chile in Valdivia15
- Professional Civil Officer2
- Visiting Lecturer2
Expertise and Contributions
Dr. Mulsow is a professor of marine geology with significant contributions to the field:
- He has authored more than 15 scientific articles and hundreds of legal reports on ocean-related topics1
- His research has been cited 2607 times according to ResearchGate5
- He has over 24 years of experience as a scientist and environmental expert4
International Experience
Mulsow's career spans various international organizations and locations:
- 7 years in Monaco and 5 years at ISA in Jamaica6
- Contributed to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as part of the UN3
- Participated in the Group of Experts on the Scientific Aspects of Marine Environmental Protection (GESAMP)3
Current Work and Views
Currently based at the Universidad Austral in Chile, Dr. Mulsow has been vocal about ocean conservation and regulation:
- He advocates for a moratorium on deep-sea mining until there is scientific certainty about its impacts1
- Mulsow has criticized the International Seabed Authority (ISA) for its dual mandate and lack of transparency1
- He emphasizes the need for reform in the ISA to ensure environmentally responsible decision-making and regulatory processes1
Dr. Sandor Mulsow's extensive experience and expertise in marine sciences, coupled with his work in international organizations, have positioned him as a respected voice in the field of ocean management and environmental protection.
