Josep De La Puente
About Josep De La Puente
Josep De La Puente is the Geophysical Applications Group Leader at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, where he focuses on advancing supercomputing for Earth's interior exploration. He has a strong academic background with multiple doctorates and extensive experience in geophysical applications, including significant contributions to the development of BSIT software for Repsol.
Work at Barcelona Supercomputing Center
Josep De La Puente has served as the Geophysical Applications Group Leader at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center since 2014. In this role, he leads a multidisciplinary team composed of physicists, IT experts, mathematicians, and engineers. The team focuses on advancing supercomputing techniques for exploring the Earth's interior. De La Puente utilizes Spain's most powerful supercomputer, Marenostrum, to conduct research and development in geophysical applications. His work includes contributions to the Repsol-BSC Research Center's largest project, which involves 3D modeling, migration, and inversion applications of seismic and electromagnetic waves.
Education and Expertise
Josep De La Puente has a strong academic background, having studied at Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, where he earned his Doctorate in Philosophy from 2004 to 2007. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Universitat De Barcelona, completed from 1998 to 2004. His education has equipped him with expertise in both the physical and mathematical aspects of geophysics, which he applies in his current role at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center.
Background
Before his current position, Josep De La Puente worked as a Senior Researcher at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center from 2010 to 2014. He also held a postdoctoral researcher position at CSIC from 2008 to 2010 and at Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München from 2007 to 2008. His early career included a role as a Research Assistant at the University of Barcelona in 2004. This diverse background has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of geophysical research and applications.
Involvement in BSIT Software Development
Josep De La Puente has been involved in the development of BSIT software for Repsol, focusing on the physical and mathematical aspects of the software. His contributions are significant in enhancing the capabilities of the software, which is essential for various geophysical applications. This involvement reflects his commitment to applying academic knowledge to practical industry challenges.
Research Publications and Contributions
Josep De La Puente maintains a presence on platforms such as Google Scholar and ResearchGate, where he shares his publications and research work. This engagement allows him to contribute to the wider scientific community and disseminate knowledge related to his research in geophysics and supercomputing.