# Kai Plociennik

> Dr. rer. nat. Technische Universität Chemnitz 2011

**Wikidata**: [Q102751656](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q102751656)  
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## Summary
Kai Plociennik is a German computer scientist specializing in applied mathematics, noted for his Doctor of Natural Sciences degree from Chemnitz University of Technology (2011) and his research at the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics.

## Biography
- Born: June 13, 1975, in Recklinghausen
- Nationality: Germany
- Education: Doctor of Natural Sciences (Dr. rer. nat.), Chemnitz University of Technology (2011); doctoral advisor: Hanno Lefmann
- Known for: Computer science research focusing on industrial applications
- Employer(s): Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics
- Field(s): Computer science

## Contributions
Kai Plociennik contributes to applied mathematics and computer science through his work at the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics, where research supports industrial problem-solving. His academic output includes publications indexed under MathSciNet (author ID: 897525) and Scopus (author ID: 22433511900), though specific works are not detailed in the source material. His doctoral research at Chemnitz University of Technology, supervised by Hanno Lefmann, contributes to computational methodologies for real-world industrial challenges, bridging theoretical mathematics with practical engineering solutions.

## FAQs
### Q: Where was Kai Plociennik born?  
A: Kai Plociennik was born on June 13, 1975, in Recklinghausen, Germany.  

### Q: What is Kai Plociennik's educational background?  
A: He earned a Doctor of Natural Sciences (Dr. rer. nat.) from Chemnitz University of Technology in 2011, advised by Hanno Lefmann.  

### Q: Where does Kai Plociennik work?  
A: He is employed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics, focusing on applied mathematics for industrial applications.  

### Q: What identifiers are associated with Kai Plociennik?  
A: He holds unique identifiers including ISNI 0000000120576136, VIAF ID 171544704, GND ID 101298866X, and Mathematics Genealogy Project ID 223829.  

## Why They Matter
Kai Plociennik’s work at the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics advances the practical application of computer science and mathematics in solving industrial challenges. His doctoral research and ongoing contributions support innovation in engineering and manufacturing by translating complex mathematical models into real-world solutions. As a published researcher with notable author identifiers, his work contributes to the broader scientific discourse in computational methodologies, though specific impacts are not detailed in the source material.

## Notable For
- Doctoral research in computational mathematics under advisor Hanno Lefmann at Chemnitz University of Technology (2011)  
- Employment at the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics, a leading applied research organization  
- Authorship recognized in major databases (MathSciNet ID: 897525; Scopus ID: 22433511900)  
- Unique identifiers in global academic networks (ISNI, VIAF, GND, Mathematics Genealogy Project)  
- German citizenship and research focus on industrial applications of computer science  

## Body
### Early Life and Background
- Born June 13, 1975, in Recklinghausen, Germany.  
- Holds German citizenship.  

### Academic Training
- Earned Doctor of Natural Sciences (Dr. rer. nat.) from Chemnitz University of Technology in 2011.  
- Doctoral advisor: Hanno Lefmann.  
- Mathematics Genealogy Project entry ID: 223829.  

### Professional Affiliations
- Employed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics.  
- Specializes in computer science with industrial applications.  

### Research Identifiers
- MathSciNet author ID: 897525  
- Scopus author ID: 22433511900  
- ISNI: 0000000120576136  
- VIAF ID: 171544704  
- GND ID: 101298866X  
- WorldCat Entities ID: E39PBJht76QFhCJxkQ3XFqr8YP  

### Personal Details
- Spouse: Christiane Plociennik.

## References

1. Integrated Authority File
2. Mathematics Genealogy Project
3. Virtual International Authority File