Dr. Benjamin Niedermann

Computational Geometry · Graph Visualization · Reactive Visualization Systems

I am an algorithm engineer specializing in computational geometry, computational cartography, and graph visualization. My work centers on the structural foundations of interactive visualization systems: combining geometric rigor with practical, web-native implementations.

I focus on how geometric constraints, topological invariants, and structural dependencies can be embedded directly into visualization architectures. Rather than treating graphics as isolated rendering elements, I approach them as interdependent geometric systems whose relationships remain consistent under interaction and change.

This systems-oriented perspective shapes the development of the VisQuill Graphics Development Kit: a geometry-first reactive framework for building structured, interactive visualizations.

Collaboration: I welcome discussion and collaboration on topics related to computational geometry, visualization systems, and graph algorithms. LinkedIn

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Dr. Benjamin Niedermann

Since June 2025

Relocated to Stockholm building VisQuill.

2022-2025

Algorithm Engineer at yWorks

2017-2022

Post-doctoral researcher, Geoinformation Research Group, University of Bonn, Germany

2012-2017

Doctoral Degree, Computer Science, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany

2006-2012

Computer Science Studies, Karlsruhe KIT