Ellen C. Hopmans
Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research, The Netherlands
Ellen Hopmans has made significant contributions to organic geochemistry, particularly through pioneering analytical advances. She introduced liquid chromatography, enabling the detection of membrane-spanning lipids like GDGTs, revolutionizing paleoclimate research with the TEX86 proxy. Additionally, her teaching and mentoring have inspired and empowered the next generation of organic geochemists, especially women.