Matthias Lendholt is a PhD student researching early warning systems for tsunamis. His research focuses on developing a generic information logistics system to generate tailored warning messages for users based on their location, language and interests. He is working to integrate tsunami dispersion models with administrative boundaries and incorporate standards from geospatial organizations. While his research does not include modeling wave propagation or geology, he recognizes all these areas must be integrated for an effective early warning system.