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Douglas NowacekView profile

Professor

• Marine Mammal Behavioral Ecology
• Marine Acoustic Ecology
• Ocean Noise
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Douglas Nowacek is the Randolph K. Repass and Sally-Christine Rodgers University Distinguished Professor of Conservation Technology at Duke University, with joint appointments in the Nicholas School of the Environment and the Pratt School of Engineering . His research integrates marine mammal bioacoustics , behavioral ecology , and conservation technology to address ecological challenges related to ocean noise , offshore renewable energy , and anthropogenic impacts . Education : B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University (1991) Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1999) Research Focus : Nowacek investigates how marine mammals, particularly cetaceans and manatees , use sound for communication and foraging. He explores the effects of anthropogenic noise (e.g., seismic surveys, ship traffic) on species like North Atlantic right whales and bottlenose dolphins , emphasizing the need for noise regulation and marine habitat protection . His work also addresses plastic pollution and renewable energy planning . Article Trends : Recent publications highlight his focus on marine acoustics (e.g., bio-duck sounds, sonar effects), anthropogenic stressors (e.g., microplastics, seismic noise), and behavioral adaptations (e.g., humpback whale foraging, pilot whale diving). Collaborative studies with students and institutions like Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and the University of Tasmania underscore his interdisciplinary approach. Scientific Awards : Sally Connally Hardie Visiting Researcher, University of St. Andrews (2018) Visiting Scholar, University of Tasmania (2013) Advising and Grants : Nowacek mentors students and researchers in projects such as acoustic monitoring and unmanned aerial systems for marine conservation. His lab has secured grants for seismic survey impacts , ocean noise regulation , and marine mammal telemetry . Labs and Teams : Leading the Nowacek Acoustics and Engineering Lab at Duke Marine Lab, he collaborates with the Marine Conservation Ecology group, integrating engineering tools (e.g., drones, sensors) with marine mammal research to advance conservation technology.

• Environmental Science
• Marine Pollution
• Microplastics Analysis
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Fabiana Corami is a Researcher in Environmental Sciences at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Environmental Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics. Her work focuses on microplastics analysis, environmental pollution, and toxicological evaluations of contaminants in aquatic ecosystems. She collaborates with the Research Institute for Green and Blue Growth and the Research Institute for Complexity, contributing to interdisciplinary projects addressing marine and terrestrial pollution. Research Interests: Microplastics distribution, trace metal bioaccumulation, sediment toxicity, environmental remediation, and biomonitoring using aquatic organisms. Key Projects: Studies on microplastic contamination in Svalbard glaciers, Venice Lagoon sediments, and highway runoff. Development of novel methodologies for microplastic detection using FTIR and Py-GC/MS. Her recent publications (2020-2024) investigate microplastic ingestion by marine species, toxicogenomic effects of contaminants, and geochemical speciation of trace elements in ecosystems. She also explores environmental policies for sustainable sediment management in lagoon environments. Corami's research integrates analytical chemistry, ecotoxicology, and field studies to address global environmental challenges, with a focus on climate-impacted regions like the Arctic and Mediterranean.

Eoin O'GormanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Global Change Ecology
• Food Web Structure and Stability
• Climate Change Effects on Ecosystems
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Dr. Eoin O'Gorman is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Life Sciences at the University of Essex. His research investigates the impacts of global change across multiple levels of ecological organisation, from individual metabolism to ecosystem processes, with a particular focus on food web dynamics and body size as a functional trait. BSc, University College Cork (2004) PhD, University College Cork (2009) Current research projects include: Warming effects on trophic interactions Anthropogenic stressors in marine and freshwater systems Body size scaling in ecological networks Food web stability under climate change Recent work demonstrates how warming alters plankton body-size distributions (2025), simplifies freshwater food webs through multiple stressors (2025), and reduces trophic diversity in high-latitude ecosystems (2024). His studies span marine, freshwater, and terrestrial habitats, seeking universal responses to environmental change. Current grants include: 2024 WebDNA: Food web reconstruction through environmental DNA analysis (Leverhulme Trust) 2023 Predicting Impacts of Global Environmental Change on Ecological Networks (NERC) 2022 ORBIT: Offshore Renewables and Benthic Communities (NERC) Supervises PhD candidates studying: Zelin Chen: Offshore structures' impacts on North Sea biodiversity Patrick Eskuche Keith: Southern Ocean food web dynamics Anamika Poyil: Environmental biology of marine communities

• Marine Biology
• Environmental Science
• Oceanography
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Inga Kirstein is a Scientist at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, specializing in the Ecology of Shelf Sea Systems. She leads the Heligoland Roads long-term ecological time series, managing teams, laboratories, and data communication. Her research focuses on microbial food webs, biofilm communities, microplastic pollution, and long-term ecological dynamics. She contributes to projects like the FRAM Ocean Observing System and collaborates on initiatives such as the MOSAiC expedition. Her work bridges marine microbiology, environmental monitoring, and climate change impacts. Key contributions include studies on microplastic distribution in sediments and drinking water, microbial interactions in plankton blooms, and ecosystem resilience under climate stressors. Her publications highlight advancements in understanding microplastic toxicity, fungal communities on plastics, and the role of microbial necromass in carbon cycles. She emphasizes methodological rigor in detecting microplastics using FTIR and Raman spectroscopy. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses both fundamental ecological processes and applied challenges in environmental management.

Marc AmyotView profile

Professor

• Ecotoxicology
• Environmental Science
• Biogeochemistry
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Marc Amyot is a Full Professor (Professeur titulaire) at the Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Département de sciences biologiques within the Faculté des arts et des sciences. His research focuses on contaminant cycling in ecosystems, particularly mercury and critical metals, with emphasis on Arctic and boreal environments. He leads the Canada Research Chair in Ecotoxicology and Global Change and is a key member of strategic research networks like GRIL (Limnology) and EcotoQ. Amyot holds extensive grants from organizations like CRSNG and FRQNT, addressing environmental challenges linked to hydroelectric projects, mining, and climate change. He has mentored over 30 graduate students and postdoctorates, contributing to over 100 scientific publications. Notable awards include the 2017 ACFAS Michel-Jurdant Prize for environmental science. His work integrates ecological, biogeochemical, and community-based approaches, collaborating with Indigenous communities in Nunavik and beyond. Education: BSc (1990), MSc (1992) from Université de Montréal; PhD (1996) from York University; postdoctoral training at Princeton University and Texas A&M. Former roles include professorships at Université d’Ottawa and INRS. Research Themes: Mercury and metal bioavailability, ecotoxicology of critical elements, Arctic pollution dynamics, hydroelectric impacts, and community-based environmental monitoring. Current Projects: Studying contaminants in Inuit diets, rare earth element behavior, and mercury cycling in dammed rivers. Collaborates with Hydro-Québec and Indigenous groups. Awards: 2017 ACFAS Prize (Environmental Sciences), 2015 Université de Montréal Teaching Excellence Award. Lab Team: 15+ active researchers, including PhD/MA students and postdocs focusing on biogeochemistry, ecotoxicology, and environmental policy.

• Marine Ecology
• Biodiversity
• Bio-optics
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Geir Johnsen is a Professor at the Department of Biology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), with a part-time research position (Prof II) at the University Centre on Svalbard (UNIS). He is also a co-founder of the NTNU spin-off company Ecotone, which develops optical techniques for marine environmental mapping. Currently, he is on a one-year research stay at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, focusing on spectral bioluminescence in marine taxa and coral reef monitoring. University: Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Department: Department of Biology Additional Roles: Prof II at UNIS, Co-founder of Ecotone Research Areas: Marine ecology, bio-optics, photosynthesis, pigment chemotaxonomy, underwater robotics, and sensor development for in situ identification of marine biogeochemical objects. His work integrates autonomous systems for Arctic polar night studies, coral reef mapping, and microplastics analysis. Scientific Output: Over 130 peer-reviewed papers, book co-editorships, and leadership in the Centre of Excellence (AMOS) for autonomous marine systems. Key 2025-2024 publications address climate change in the Arctic, hyperspectral marine mapping, microplastics detection, and photophysiological studies in polar regions. Advising: 3 MSc and 5 PhD students (total 47 MSc and 17 PhD advisees) Outreach: Public articles on deep-sea mining ethics, light pollution in the Arctic, and marine robotics.

Edward CarpenterView profile

Professor

• Marine Phytoplankton Ecology
• Ocean Acidification
• Microbial Ecology
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Edward Carpenter is a retired Professor at San Francisco State University, continuing to teach part-time. His research focuses on marine phytoplankton ecology, ocean acidification impacts, microbial ecosystems in Antarctic environments, and the influence of river plumes on tropical Atlantic plankton communities. He leads the Carpenter Lab, investigating Antarctic glacial meltwater microbial mats, Emiliania huxleyi calcification responses to acidification, and Amazon River plume effects on phytoplankton dynamics. Education: Ph.D. from North Carolina State University. Research locations include the Antarctic Dry Valleys, Amazon River plume regions, and Australian coastal waters. He has pioneered studies on microplastic biofilm interactions and diazotroph databases contributing to global nitrogen cycling models. Key research themes include: microbial adaptation in extreme environments, ocean acidification physiology, and the role of riverine inputs in shaping marine biogeochemistry. Future projects aim to explore Amazon River plume ecology and dust aerosol impacts on phytoplankton. Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided texts. Grants include collaborative NSF-funded projects on Antarctic microbial mats and Alaska coastal observatories. His work integrates field studies, molecular techniques, and satellite remote sensing to address climate change impacts.

• Paleoclimatology
• Palynology
• Miocene Climate and Vegetation
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Matthew Pound is a Research Fellow in Physical Geography at Northumbria University, specializing in paleoclimatology and palynology with a focus on Miocene climate and vegetation reconstruction. His research integrates fossil fungi, pollen analysis, and climate modeling to understand past climate dynamics and their implications for contemporary climate change. Dr. Pound received his MSci Geology (Hons) from the University of Bristol (2004-2008) followed by a PhD in "Middle to Late Miocene terrestrial biota and climate" from the University of Leeds/British Geological Survey (2008-2012). He has held research positions at Northumbria University since 2012, initially as a Research Assistant (2012-2013) before becoming a Research Fellow in 2013. His research interests center on using fossil fungi and pollen as proxies for paleoclimate reconstruction, with particular emphasis on the Miocene Climatic Optimum as an analog for current global warming. His work spans multiple continents including Europe, North America, South America, and the Arctic, examining how vegetation and ecosystems responded to past warm periods. Analysis of Dr. Pound's publication record reveals a strong focus on developing global datasets for paleoclimate research, particularly his work on fossil fungi and modern pollen databases. His research demonstrates how past climate changes affected biodiversity patterns, vegetation distribution, and hydrological cycles, providing critical context for understanding current and future climate impacts. Fellow of the Geological Society, London Fellow Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Member of AASP - The Palynology Society Member of The Micropalaeontological Society Member of Young Earth Scientists Network Dr. Pound currently supervises three postgraduate research students: Jessica O'Connor (investigating Cenozoic climates and forest conservation), Abbie Rogers (studying microplastics in UK woodlands), and Bela McCoy (researching Rupelian to Messinian terrestrial ecosystems). His research has contributed to major collaborative projects including DeepMIP-Miocene and MioVeg1, which aim to improve climate models through paleoclimate data integration.

Bhavani NarayanaswamyView profile

Professor

• Deep-sea ecology
• Marine biology
• Microplastics pollution
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Bhavani Narayanaswamy is a Professor and Deep-sea ecologist at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS), part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). With over 109 research publications and 5370 citations, she has established herself as a leading researcher in marine ecology, particularly in deep-sea and polar ecosystems. Her educational background includes a PhD in Macrobenthic Ecology of the West Shetland Slope from the University of Southampton (2001) and a BSc in Marine Biology and Oceanography from University College of North Wales (1997). Professor Narayanaswamy's research primarily focuses on deep-sea ecology , examining the diversity, composition, and structure of deep-water fauna and how they interact with environmental variables. Her work spans multiple ocean regions including the NE Atlantic and polar seas. She has increasingly focused on microplastics pollution in marine environments, investigating their distribution, abundance, and impacts on marine organisms. Her research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection and sustainability. Her recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong emphasis on microplastic pollution in various marine ecosystems including Ghanaian mangroves and the Rockall Trough. She also continues to publish on deep-sea biodiversity, taxonomy of marine organisms, and the impacts of climate change on polar ecosystems. Her work combines field research with meta-analyses to address pressing environmental concerns. Professor Narayanaswamy is actively engaged in scientific outreach, with multiple media appearances discussing plastics in the ocean and Arctic seabed ecosystems. She has participated in events such as IMO Maritime Week and the Glasgow Science Festival, demonstrating her commitment to public engagement with science. Her research activities include supervising graduate students and collaborating internationally on marine science projects. She has organized conferences including the UHI Postgraduate Conference in 2017 and continues to be an active member of the marine science community through peer review and advisory roles.

Wokil BamView profile

Assistant Professor

• Chemical Oceanography
• Radiochemistry
• Biological Carbon Pump
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Wokil Bam is an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi , specializing in geochemical tracers and environmental processes. His research focuses on particle scavenging, carbon dynamics, Biological Carbon Pump (BCP) efficiency in changing oceanic conditions, and Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal (mCDR) strategies. PhD and MS in Marine Science from Louisiana State University (2021, 2015) Research spans coastal and open ocean carbon dynamics, export flux, and organic carbon sequestration Key methodologies include short-lived radioisotopes and remote sensing Research Trends: Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary work in marine chemistry, climate change impacts, and environmental remediation, with a focus on Arctic transects, microplastics, and bloom dynamics. Professional Affiliations: American Geophysical Union (AGU) Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO) Coastal & Estuarine Research Federation (CERF)

• Microbial Ecology
• Biogeochemical Cycles
• Aquatic Ecosystems
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Anna Maria Romani Cornet is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Girona’s College of Sciences. She leads the Continental Aquatic Ecology Research Group (GRECO) and serves as the principal investigator for EcoAqua research initiatives. Her work focuses on microbial biofilm ecology, organic matter cycling, and climate change impacts on aquatic ecosystems. Current projects explore extreme environments like hypersaline lakes and alpine acidic streams Key research areas: Biogeochemical cycles, microbial interactions, drought effects Editorial service: Limnology and Oceanography, Freshwater Biology, Aquatic Microbial Ecology Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize climate change effects on microbial processes, DOM dynamics in transitional ecosystems, and biofilm responses to hydrological extremes. Her work bridges soil science and aquatic ecology through biofilm studies in drying streams and hypersaline systems. Academic Leadership: She has mentored 9 PhD students (Lucie Laffet et al.) and 7 postdocs, directed 12 MSc theses, and annually advises 2-3 undergraduate projects. Her team publishes in top journals across Ecology, Environmental Sciences, and Microbiology (61.8% international co-authors; 65.6% Scopus top-cited).

Manuel SteinbauerView profile

Professor

• Biogeography
• Island Ecology
• Climate Change Impacts
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Professor Manuel Steinbauer is a prominent academic at the University of Bayreuth, serving as Head of the Working Group in Sports Ecology within the Faculty of Cultural Studies. His research bridges the fields of biogeography, ecology, and outdoor recreation management, with a particular focus on island ecosystems, climate change impacts, and human-nature interactions in recreational settings. Steinbauer's research interests span multiple interconnected domains including biogeography, island ecology, climate change impacts on biodiversity, plant species diversity patterns, conservation biology, and sports ecology. His work often examines how environmental gradients, particularly elevational gradients on mountains and islands, shape biodiversity patterns and endemism. He has made significant contributions to understanding the impacts of outdoor recreation on natural environments, particularly mountain biking and winter sports. His recent publications reveal a strong interdisciplinary approach, merging traditional ecological research with contemporary issues of digital recreation technologies, microplastic pollution from outdoor activities, and climate change impacts on both natural ecosystems and recreational opportunities. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals across ecology, biogeography, and environmental science. As an active researcher, Steinbauer collaborates extensively with international colleagues across Europe and beyond, contributing to major research initiatives examining biodiversity patterns, climate change responses, and sustainable management of recreational landscapes. His work demonstrates a consistent commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges through rigorous scientific inquiry.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Toxicology
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Zachary Redman, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Alaska Anchorage. His research focuses on applying modern analytical chemistry techniques to study environmental processes, particularly in high-latitude ecosystems. He teaches courses in general and analytical chemistry, including CHEM A105, A106, A218, and A418. Education: Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry (University of California, Davis) and B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Environmental Toxicology (University of California, Davis). Research interests include: Photochemical degradation mechanisms of sub-Arctic aquatic contaminants Hydrocarbon oxidation products in oil spills Glacier recession impacts on dissolved organic matter Microplastics in Arctic/Sub-Arctic environments Publications (2025–2016) highlight work on pesticide degradation, crude oil photochemistry, and herbicide mobility in Alaskan ecosystems. He leads the ASET Lab, focusing on analytical workflows, instrumentation maintenance, and training researchers. Teaching emphasizes hands-on laboratory experiments, including pesticide analysis methods and chemical instrumentation.

Andrew BartonView profile

Associate Professor

• Marine Ecology
• Climate Impacts on Marine Ecosystems
• Biogeochemistry
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Andrew Barton is an Associate Professor in the Integrative Oceanography Division at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. His research focuses on marine plankton physiology and ecology, climate impacts on marine ecosystems, and interactions between plankton and biogeochemical cycles. He holds a BA from Cornell University, an MS from Cornell, and a PhD from MIT. Education: B.A. Science of Earth Systems, Cornell University M.S. Geological Sciences, Cornell University Ph.D. Climate Physics and Chemistry, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Research interests include marine macroecology, biogeography, biodiversity, and the physiological responses of marine microbes to environmental changes. His work emphasizes the interplay between plankton communities and global biogeochemical cycles under climate variability. Recent studies explore microbial dispersal mechanisms, harmful algal bloom drivers, and Arctic Ocean plankton dynamics. Publications highlight advancements in trait-based modeling frameworks (e.g., XSO and Phydra libraries) and interdisciplinary approaches to understanding plankton behavior and ecosystem resilience. His research integrates field observations, satellite data, and computational models to address pressing marine ecological questions.

• Ecotoxicology
• Marine Ecology
• Environmental Pollution
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Elisa BERGAMI is an Associate Professor at the Department of Life Sciences, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy, specializing in Ecotoxicology and Marine Pollution research. She teaches courses such as Anthropogenic alterations of ecosystems , Coding in R for data analysis , and Management of bioresources and ecosystem services , with a focus on Nanoparticle Toxicity , Marine Biodiversity , and Data Analysis in ecological contexts. Her work addresses environmental challenges through the lens of the UN Sustainable Development Goals . Teaches Ecotoxicology with case studies on plastic pollution, heavy metals, and climate change Directs Experimental Biology Laboratory modules on marine organism analysis and nanoparticle interactions Her research interests include: Environmental impacts of nanoplastics and engineered nanomaterials Ecotoxicological effects on marine invertebrates Development of bioindicators for pollution Ecological risk assessment methodologies Antarctic ecosystem contamination Recent publications highlight her work on: Nanoplastic interactions with marine immune systems Toxicity mechanisms in polar and Mediterranean species Plastic colonization by microbial communities Combined chemical-nanoparticle stressors She leads the SCAR Plastic in polar environment Action Group and emphasizes hands-on laboratory training in courses covering DNA barcoding, microbiological testing, and biochemical analysis using marine models like Mytilus galloprovincialis and Paracentrotus lividus.