Jesper Dramsch

The Geophysicist

I am Jesper Dramsch. I am a Master of Geophysics with a passion for machine learning.
I believe, "you understand it, only when you can explain it". For this reason, I started blogging, technical writing and giving presentations in various contexts and pursue a Phd at the Technical University of Denmark in collaboration with ETLP at Heriot-Watt University. Additionally, I believe ideas have to be applicable in the real world. Therefore, I seek conversations with specialists across the board. This information guides me through concrete implementations of abstract ideas with clients from the industry and academia.

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Why work with me ?

I sucked at physics, but through dedication and help I got my Masters degree, got industry experience, and went on to finish a PhD.

In school physics was anything but my strength. In uni I had to change that. Today I love digging into complex topics. I know my way around Python and Machine Learning. My Masters thesis was a seismic processing thesis with pre-stack time migrated sections as deliverables. Signal Processing and Information Theory is an integral part in my toolbox and I try to extend these with insights from many fields every day. I think combining insights across disciplines and collaborating across borders is essential and I try to be of service where I can.

I am good at

Signal Processing

Machine Learning

Python

Research

I make myself clear with

Engaging Presentations

Videography

Technical Writing

Graphics Manipulation

We live in an age of information, those who can explain information can provide value to a client.

An idea is the seed to information and communication is the fertilizer to the seed. Technical writing and giving presentations are my personal favorites of communication. I love blogging about geoscience. Nevertheless, I think talking in front of an audience is an invaluable skill that I train whenever I can. I round these skills of with basic knowledge of graphics manipulation to support emphasis and the grasp on complex topics and lateral thinking.

Love to learn.

Personally, I find it important to always stay on the leading edge of information. I keep up with current developments in different industries and improve on my language skills everyday. During my day to day work, I test productivity regimes and apps to develop better systems. But in the end I learned to never leave the goal out of sight.

I have experience applying the full Office environment, GIMP, LaTeX, Seismic Unix, Promax, Petrel, Globe Claritas, Partial Common Reflection Surface, Matlab, Python, BASH, Keras, Tensorflow, Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-Learn, and many more.

Work on tight deadlines is no stranger to me, yet I always aim to excel.

I speak

English

Spanish

German

Python

"Jesper has a very nice 'get things done' attitude. He is accurate, creative and learns new things quickly."

Thomas Elboth, R&D Manager at CGG

"Jesper Dramsch has written the wonderfully personal and philosophical The Way of The Geophysicist since 2011. His tales of internships at Fugro and Schlumberger provide great insights for students. "

Matt Hall, CEO of Agile* Scientific

"Jesper is practical, flexible, and very passionate about his profession!"

Kirsten Brandt, Communications Specialist,

"Since our first meeting, he has grown his technical skills but what struck me was the balance of competence and humility that he displays in all situations. He is truly an excellent teacher, public speaker, mentor and progammer."

Rob Leckenby, Geoscientist at Agile* Scientific,

My Values

The Closest we can get to a Manual

Curiosity

Always be learning. Break stuff and re-assemble. Never cease to ask questions.

Community

We're in this together. Be empathetic and always look out for those less fortunate.

Maximize Oportunities

Saying yes is saying no to everything else. Maximize the choice that will maximize your oportunity and growth.

Consider Compound

With everything we do, we affect others. With buying in Pr*#&!k, we endorse a culture of inequality. I try to avoid those choices that compound world suck.

Post Zero-Sum

Many will try to make things a zero-sum game. It feels really good to give and not expect a return. Try it.

Be light on others

and hard on yourself. The only thing you can truly change is yourself. Lead by example and make the world a better place.

Queer

Be inclusive, especially, toward LGTBQIA+ folks and minorities. Love between two consenting humans is a beatiful thing.

We're all smart

If you're the smartest in the room, you are probably asking the wrong questions. Everyone can teach you something new. Ask the right questions and distinguish yourself by being kind.

Intersectional Feminism

Toxic masculinity is a thing and I'm not fond of it. Let's make this a world where a woman can be a CEO without anyone batting an eye and a man crying without being ridiculed and anyone in between not fearing for their lives.

Code of Conduct

I will not give invited talks at events without CoC.
I may be able to help you figure out one though.

All-Male Panels

I am not interested in sitting on all-male panels.
I can refer you to many awesome women and folks from minorities that have interesting things to say.

Communicate

Communicate kind and clearly. If you can't explain it simply, you have yet to understand it.

My Portfolio

Tangible Work Experience

70 years of machine learning
in geoscience in review

Jun 2020

70 years of machine learning<br /> in geoscience in review

Kaggle Kernels Expert
Rank 81

Dec 2019

Machine Learning in Geoscience
PhD Thesis

Nov 2019

Machine Learning in Geoscience<br />PhD Thesis

Keras Complex
Maintainer

Kaggle Gold Kernel
Chest X-Rays

Jun 2019

Viz Contest Winner
Data is Beautiful Subreddit

Jun 2019

Viz Contest Winner<br />Data is Beautiful Subreddit

Transfer Learning
Paper & Presentation

Oct 2018

Transfer Learning<br />Paper & Presentation

Review Journal of Open Source Software

Oct 2018

Kaggle Gold Kernel
Salt Seismic

Jul 2018

Quickseis - Deep Seismic Modeling
Audience Prize

Jul 2018

Quickseis - Deep Seismic Modeling<br />Audience Prize

Awesome Open Geoscience List
Maintainer 2.5 years

Oct 2017

Awesome Open Geoscience List<br />Maintainer 2.5 years

Way of the Geophysicist

Aug 2011

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RT @kelseyhightower: Hire people from the open-source community and let them continue to work on open-source projects full time. Sponsor a…

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RT @mikamckinnon: Things that make me happy: Policy changes that push forward what Best Practice looks like. https://t.co/jYZZ96WEDk

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My Education

Leading the way of the geophysicist.

2016

Ongoing: PhD Geophysics and Machine Learning
Technical University of Denmark
Research in 4D Seismic between DTU and ETLP at Heriot-Watt University.
2015

MSc Geophysics
University of Hamburg
The Master of Science introduces the student to more advanced concepts in geophysics, including seismic anisotropy, migration and processing. I took the liberty to round the degree off with more than one extra semester of coursework in geology. My thesis evaluated different subsalt imaging workflows. The final grade is a 1.8 in the German system from 1 (best) to 6 (fail).
2011

BSc Geophysics / Oceanography
University of Hamburg
The Bachelor of Science in Geophysics has a strong focus on physics and mathematics. On this basis a broad education from physical volcanology and seismology to seismic theory is built. My thesis evaluated the accuracy of the common reflection surface algorithm for seismic interpolation. It was published as extended abstract with the EAGE.
2009

Junior Studies - Geophysics
University of Hamburg
The junior studies programme allowed me to take university coursework, while attending high school.
2007

Regular Student
Gymnasium Heidberg
Milestones in my high school time included these points. I skipped a grade and finished my Abitur exceptionally young (17). The aforementioned exchange year had me miss some classes in 11th grade that I learned additionally to 12th grade. In the final grade (13th) I was admitted to the university junior studies programme.
2005

Exchange (Honor Roll) Student
Norton High School
One year in the United States of America. This high school year helped develop important cultural skills, spanning from communication to political and organizational views. My English improved from a" learned in school" level.

Visit me for some coffee

Places I've lived for some time:

Ohio, United States of America

Get in touch

With me

Need an expert in machine learning? Looking for a geophysicist? Just wanna grab a coffee?
You can send a Telegram or LinkedIn message, catch me on Twitter.
It is easy to obtain my number, my friends know not to call.
If you like, you can book an appointment or simply shoot me an email!