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Brian Calder is a Research Professor at the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping, University of New Hampshire, with a strong affiliation in Ocean Engineering and Earth Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Image Analysis and Electronics Communications Engineering from Heriot-Watt University. His academic work is centered on advanced methods in seafloor characterization and hydrographic data processing. Ph.D., Image Analysis, Heriot-Watt University M.S., Electronics Communications Eng, Heriot-Watt University His research focuses on the development and application of computational techniques for seabed mapping, bathymetric uncertainty modeling, and autonomous ocean sensing. He integrates machine learning, signal processing, and remote sensing to improve the accuracy and reliability of marine geospatial data. His work supports navigation safety, coastal zone management, and deep-ocean exploration. Recent publications highlight trends in automated nautical chart generalization, trusted community bathymetry systems, and wireless ocean-of-things networks for volunteer data collection. His article portfolio reveals a strong emphasis on data quality, uncertainty quantification, and algorithmic innovation in hydrography and marine geodesy. Brian Calder has received multiple research grants, primarily from NOAA and the U.S. Navy, supporting projects such as IT support for NOAA personnel at UNH, development of bathymetric uncertainty models, and autonomous mapping using Saildrone technology. These grants reflect sustained funding and recognition in the field of hydrographic science. He teaches graduate courses including Seafloor Characterization , Seabed Mapping , and Doctoral Research , indicating active mentorship and academic leadership. His work is conducted within the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping, a leading institution in hydrographic research, where he collaborates extensively with experts like Yuri Rzhanov, Larry Mayer, and Christos Kastrisios.

• Seafloor Characterization
• Seabed Mapping
• Bathymetric Data Processing
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Andrew Thompson is the John S. and Sherry Chen Professor of Environmental Science and Engineering at the California Institute of Technology. He serves as Director of the Ronald and Maxine Linde Center for Global Environmental Science and Executive Officer for Environmental Science at Caltech. With a Ph.D. from Scripps Institute of Oceanography (2006), his career at Caltech spans from Assistant Professor (2011-17) to his current Professor role since 2017. Education: B.S. in Physics from Dartmouth College (2000), C.A.S. (2001) and M.Phil. (2002) at University of Cambridge Leadership: Director of Linde Center (2023-), Academic Officer (2019-22) His research focuses on ocean circulation dynamics and physical processes governing climate systems . Key areas include: Ocean Turbulence and Submesoscale Dynamics Antarctic Circumpolar Current and Drake Passage Dynamics Climate Change Impacts on Ice Shelf Melt Rates Current projects involve ChinStrAP (Changes in Stratification at the Antarctic Peninsula), using autonomous ocean gliders to study eddy formation and air-sea exchange. His group employs idealized numerical models , remote sensing , and climate simulations to explore topics like: Warm water pathways onto Antarctic continental shelves Role of mesoscale/submesoscale eddies in ocean mixing Global overturning circulation responses to climate change Scientific achievements include the Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering . He mentors graduate students Xiaozhou Ruan , Giuliana Viglione , and Andrew Delman , fostering interdisciplinary collaboration with institutions like Scripps Institution of Oceanography and CSIR . His group emphasizes inclusive training for early-career scientists in climate-relevant STEM careers .

• Physical Oceanography
• Southern Ocean Dynamics
• Climate Science
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YING-TSONG LIN is an Acting Professor at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO), UC San Diego. His research focuses on applied ocean sciences, autonomous ocean platforms, internal waves, ocean acoustics, and instrumentation. He leads projects like the New England Shelf Break Acoustics (NESBA) experiment, emphasizing real-time acoustic modeling and environmental interactions. Research interests include 3D acoustic propagation modeling, ocean mixing dynamics, and seabed characterization. His work integrates high-performance computing and distributed sensor networks for oceanographic studies. Recent studies address underwater explosions, renewable energy impacts, and vessel localization using acoustic coherence. Publications emphasize advancements in hydroacoustic modeling, seabed inversion techniques, and environmental asymmetry effects. His contributions span interdisciplinary areas like bioacoustics and seismic-to-acoustic wave conversions. Labs/Teams: Involved with SIO's Acoustics and Oceanography research groups, focusing on autonomous platforms and global observing systems.

• Applied Ocean Sciences
• Autonomous Ocean Platforms
• Internal Waves and Ocean Mixing
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Craig Lee is a Professor of Oceanography at the University of Washington, where he also serves as Senior Principal Oceanographer and Assistant Director for Research at the Applied Physics Laboratory. His work focuses on physical oceanography with emphasis on observational studies and instrument development. Lee leads research programs studying upper ocean dynamics, coastal processes, and high-latitude oceanography across diverse regions including the Arctic, North Atlantic, and South China Sea. Dr. Lee's educational background includes: B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley (1987) Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography from the University of Washington (1995) Lee's primary research interests center on three interconnected areas: (1) upper ocean dynamics, particularly mesoscale and submesoscale fronts and eddies; (2) interactions between biology, biogeochemistry and ocean physics; and (3) high-latitude oceanography in changing Arctic environments. His work often combines field observations with instrument development to address fundamental questions about ocean circulation and its role in climate systems. He has pioneered approaches using autonomous platforms to study difficult-to-access regions like ice-covered waters. Analysis of Lee's recent publications reveals a strong focus on Arctic oceanography, upper ocean mixing processes, and the application of autonomous observing technologies. His research spans multiple ocean basins with particular emphasis on the Arctic, North Atlantic, and western Pacific. A notable trend is the increasing integration of biogeochemical measurements with physical oceanography to understand coupled systems. His work often addresses climate-relevant questions about ocean circulation, heat transport, and ecosystem responses to environmental change. Dr. Lee provides leadership through service on science steering committees for large research programs and advisory panels for U.S. Arctic efforts. He actively supports and advises graduate students while teaching courses on ocean circulation observations and experimental design. His team has developed innovative technologies including autonomous gliders for ice-covered waters, high-performance towed vehicles, and lightweight mooring systems. Lee leads a research team pursuing diverse field programs including Arctic PISCES, Stratified Ocean Dynamics of the Arctic (SODA), and studies of the Kuroshio Current. His group collaborates extensively with institutions worldwide and contributes to major international research initiatives focused on understanding ocean processes and their climate implications.

• Physical Oceanography
• Upper Ocean Dynamics
• Coastal Ocean Processes
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Massimo Canale is a Tenured Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) of Politecnico di Torino , and a member of the CARS@PoliTO Interdepartmental Center for Automotive Research and Sustainable Mobility. His academic career spans over two decades, focusing on control systems engineering with applications in automotive technology. Scientific Branch: Systems and Control Engineering (IINF-04/A) ERC Sectors: Automotive Engineering, Control Engineering, Control Theory Dr. Canale's research bridges theoretical advancements in Model Predictive Control (MPC) with practical applications in autonomous vehicles , hybrid/electric propulsion , and active suspension systems . His work integrates reinforcement learning and dynamic programming for optimizing vehicle performance and energy efficiency. Recent publications demonstrate trends in autonomous driving architectures (2024), sliding mode control for highway scenarios (2024), and energy management for sustainable mobility (2023-2024). He has developed patented solutions for semi-active suspension control and autonomous vehicle guidance. Award: IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology Outstanding Paper Award (2011) Editorial Roles: Associate Editor, IEEE Open Journal of Control Systems (2022–present) Dr. Canale supervises PhD students like Francesco Cerrito and teaches courses on digital control technologies , automatic control , and reinforcement learning at Politecnico di Torino. His research is funded through competitive grants (e.g., MPC4AVP 2021-2022) and commercial contracts (AD Shuttle 2024).

• Control and Systems Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Model Predictive Control
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Dr. Karim Sabra is a Professor at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering , Georgia Institute of Technology, specializing in Acoustics and Dynamics . He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (2003) and joined Georgia Tech in 2007 as an Assistant Professor. His research integrates theoretical and experimental approaches to study wave propagation in diverse fields including structural health monitoring, biomechanics, and ocean acoustics. Key areas of focus include passive imaging techniques using ambient noise and diffuse wave fields, with applications in non-invasive monitoring of mechanical systems and seismoacoustic environments. Education: Ph.D., University of Michigan, 2003 M.S., University of Michigan, 2000 M.Sc., École Nationale Supérieure de Techniques Avancées (France), 2000 Research Interests: Dr. Sabra’s work spans acoustics, structural health monitoring, biomechanical systems evaluation, underwater acoustics, and geophysics . Recent projects include developing passive elastography techniques for soft tissues using physiological vibrations and exploring ambient noise-based tomography for ocean environments. His interdisciplinary approach bridges multi-scale engineering challenges with multi-wave tools (acoustical, electrical, optical). Publications: His work focuses on advanced acoustic technologies, including underwater communication systems, passive acoustic identification tags, and ray-based tomography methods. Themes include seamount effects on sound propagation, machine learning for acoustic modeling, and environmental sensing using shipping noise. Awards: R. Bruce Lindsay Award (2011) Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America (2007) Institute of Acoustics A.B. Wood Medal (2009) Advising & Grants: Dr. Sabra mentors graduate students in acoustics and wave phenomena, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. His research is supported by grants focused on underwater acoustics, environmental sensing, and biomedical applications. Labs/Teams: His research group develops novel sensors and algorithms for oceanographic and biomedical applications, collaborating with industry and academic partners.

• Acoustics
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Biomechanics
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Kristin Y. Pettersen is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in the Department of Engineering Cybernetics, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. She holds a PhD and MSc in Engineering Cybernetics from NTNU and serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI). She co-founded and led Eelume AS as its first CEO. PhD in Engineering Cybernetics, NTNU MSc in Engineering Cybernetics, NTNU Her research focuses on nonlinear control theory, motion control of mechanical systems, and marine robotics. Key areas include autonomous vehicles, underactuated systems, and cooperative control. Her recent work involves snake robotics, vehicle-manipulator systems, and safety-critical control algorithms. Her publications demonstrate trends in marine robotics , nonlinear control systems , autonomous navigation , formation control , and adaptive algorithms . Emerging topics include energy-shaping control , extremum-seeking optimization , and task-priority frameworks for complex robotic systems. 2025: Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters (DNVA) 2020: ERC Advanced Grant 2017: IEEE Fellow 2016-2021: Board member, Eelume AS 2013-2023: Key scientist, NTNU AMOS She has supervised 30 PhD graduates and currently mentors 16 PhD candidates. Her grants include ERC PoC UR4energy (€150k), ERC AdG CRÈME (€2.5M), and CAROS (NOK 45M) for subsea autonomy. She leads teams at NTNU's Applied Underwater Robotics Laboratory and contributes to the Cluster of Excellence IntCDC.

• Nonlinear control theory
• Marine robotics
• Snake robotics
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Maycira Costa is a Professor in the Department of Geography, Faculty of Social Sciences, at the University of Victoria. She holds the BC Leadership Chair in Environmental Remote Sensing and serves on the Canadian Space Agency's Earth System Science Advisory Committee, leveraging satellite technology to address marine conservation challenges amid climate change. Education: PhD, University of Victoria Dr. Costa's research pioneers spectral analysis of light-water interactions through the SPECTRAL Lab—the first dedicated facility in Western Canada. Her work spans coastal oceanography, wetland monitoring, and biogeophysical processes, with field expeditions across British Columbia's diverse watersheds and Brazil's Amazon/Pantanal ecosystems. She develops innovative methods using hyperspectral sensors to track kelp forest dynamics, herring spawning events, and phytoplankton community shifts, revealing critical ecosystem responses to environmental change. Recent publications demonstrate her focus on long-term satellite data analysis, such as the 2025 Frontiers in Marine Science study showing complex phytoplankton changes in the Subarctic Pacific. This work highlights how regional bioregionalization techniques uncover nuanced climate impacts invisible in broad-scale analyses. Scientific Awards: BC Leadership Chair in Environmental Remote Sensing Earth System Science Advisory Committee Member, Canadian Space Agency Dr. Costa mentors graduate researchers including PhD candidate Vishnu PS (International Years of the Salmon project) and Brian Timmer (kelp forest fieldwork in the Broughton Archipelago). Her projects receive funding from the New Frontiers in Research Fund, MEOPAR, and partnerships with Ocean Networks Canada, Pacific Salmon Foundation, and Irving Shipbuilding. The SPECTRAL Lab coordinates an international network spanning Brazil (INPA, INPE), Canada (DFO, UBC), the U.S. (UC-Santa Barbara), and Japan (JAXA). Current initiatives include autonomous radiometer deployments on BC Ferries, historical kelp mapping using 1858-1956 British admiralty charts, and sargassum monitoring in Mahahual, Mexico, driving interdisciplinary innovation in environmental observation.

• Remote Sensing
• Coastal Oceanography
• Wetlands
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Professor Marina Gashinova, Chair in Pervasive Sensing at the University of Birmingham, leads the Pervasive Sensing Group within the Microwave Integrated Systems Laboratory (MISL). Her research spans radar sensing for autonomous vehicles, space domain awareness (SDA), and sub-THz/mmWave technology, with international recognition for advancing cognitive radar and space-borne ISAR systems. Research Focus: She pioneers the use of mmWave/sub-THz frequencies for long-range sensing, applying AI to redefine radar capabilities in automotive and aerospace domains. Her EPSRC-funded projects (e.g., PathCAD, EP/Y022092/1) and Innovate UK collaborations (CORTEX, COSMOS) highlight her leadership in cognitive radar and quantum-enabled SDA. Scientific Awards: Lead of REF 2021 Impact Case Study on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Founding Chair of EMSIG Focus Groups: MODEST (Modern Trends in Medium/Short Range Sensing) and Radar for Space Associate Editor, IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems Member of EPSRC ICT, EU, and Canadian funding panels Education & Teaching: With a PhD in Physics and Mathematics from St. Petersburg Electrotechnical University and PGCert in Learning and Teaching, she coordinates the MSc module Digital Communication and Signal Processing and contributes to radar and satellite communication curricula.

• Radar Sensing
• Autonomous Vehicles
• Space Domain Awareness
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James Bellingham is the Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of exploration robotics at Johns Hopkins University, holding primary appointments in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Applied Physics Laboratory's Asymmetric Operations Sector. He serves as executive director of the Johns Hopkins Institute for Assured Autonomy and is a member of the Data Science and AI Institute. With over 30 years of expertise, Bellingham pioneered small, high-performance autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), leading global expeditions across polar and oceanic regions. His work bridges robotics innovation with environmental monitoring, including oil spill response, Arctic exploration, and NASA collaborations for extraterrestrial oceanic exploration. Bellingham's educational background includes BS, MS, and PhD in physics from MIT. He previously led Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution's Marine Robotics Consortium, creating advanced prototyping facilities and fostering entrepreneurship in robotics. His leadership roles span institutional boards such as the Naval Studies Board and OceanX. His research focuses on advancing AUV capabilities for adaptive sampling, fault detection, and interdisciplinary oceanography. Over 50 publications demonstrate his technical contributions, including AUV design, environmental hazard mapping, and collaborative robotic systems. Awards include National Academy of Engineering induction and military honors for public service.

• Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
• Marine Robotics
• Ocean Observing Systems
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Jack Barth is a Professor in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS) at Oregon State University (OSU) and Executive Director of the Marine Studies Initiative (MSI). He holds a Ph.D. in Oceanography from MIT and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (1987). His research focuses on coastal ocean dynamics, hypoxia, and marine ecosystem interactions. Barth has led projects on ocean observing systems, including glider technology and the Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI). He serves on the Oregon Ocean Policy Advisory Council’s Scientific Committee and co-chairs the Ocean Acidification and Hypoxia Council. Education: B.A., University of Colorado (1982); Ph.D., MIT/WHOI Joint Program (1987). Experience includes roles as Postdoctoral Research Associate (1987–1989), Assistant Professor (1989–2001), and Professor (2001–present). He also served as Associate Dean for Research in CEOAS (2016–present) and Executive Director of MSI (2016–present). Research Interests: Coastal ocean circulation, hypoxia, inner continental shelf dynamics, eastern boundary currents, and ocean observing systems. He has published over 100 papers and mentored 20+ students/postdocs. Awards include Fellowships from The Oceanography Society (2013) and the American Meteorological Society (2017). Awards: Carl-Gustav Rossby Award (1988), Pattullo Teaching Award (2010), and multiple keynote lectures. His work addresses climate impacts, marine conservation, and interdisciplinary collaboration for sustainable ocean management.

• Oceanography
• Coastal Dynamics
• Marine Ecosystems
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P. Michael (Mike) Kosro is a Professor at Oregon State University, specializing in coastal oceanography and physical oceanography. His work focuses on shelf/deep-sea exchange processes, eastern boundary currents, and the application of remote sensing and ocean acoustics to study ocean circulation. He holds a BA in Physics from the University of California, Santa Cruz (1973) and a PhD in Physical Oceanography from Scripps Institution of Oceanography (1985). Education: BA, UC Santa Cruz (Physics, 1973); PhD, Scripps Institution of Oceanography (1985) His research interests include coastal eddies, poleward undercurrents, and the use of HF radar for surface current mapping. He has contributed to major projects such as GLOBEC (Global Ocean Ecosystems Dynamics) and COAST (Coastal Ocean Advances in Shelf Transport). His work integrates observational data with numerical models to understand coastal circulation dynamics and their environmental impacts. Publications span over 40 years, addressing topics like mesoscale currents, El Niño effects, and the role of physical oceanographic processes in species distribution (e.g., invasive European green crab). His recent work emphasizes long-term data integration and interdisciplinary collaboration in ocean observing systems. Dr. Kosro’s research also explores the interplay between oceanography and marine ecosystems, including carbon transport and biogeochemical cycles. He collaborates with international teams to advance regional ocean observing networks, as seen in studies of the Northeast Pacific.

• Coastal Oceanography
• Ocean Circulation
• Remote Sensing
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Xiaoming Zhai is an Associate Professor in Ocean Modelling at the University of East Anglia's School of Environmental Sciences, and a member of the Centre for Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences. His career includes roles from Lecturer (2012) to Senior Lecturer (2017) before his current position (2019). He holds a PhD from Dalhousie University's Oceanography Department and has conducted postdoctoral work at the University of Oxford and IFM-GEOMAR in Germany. His research focuses on ocean physical processes, particularly the dynamics of ocean circulation, eddy interactions, near-inertial waves, and air-sea interactions. Key projects include investigating eddy energy dissipation timescales, Southern Ocean circulation impacts, and the annual cycle of eddy energy. He has secured funding from the Royal Society and Natural Environment Research Council for initiatives like the GEOMETRIC project on ocean eddy representation in climate models. Zhai has received prestigious awards including the Challenger Fellowship (2018) and Kan Tong Po Fellowship (2023). His recent publications explore topics like South China Sea eddies, internal tide generation under global warming, and zonal jet dynamics in geostrophic turbulence. He actively supervises PhD students and contributes to academic activities such as external doctoral examinations and peer review panels.

• Oceanography
• Climate Dynamics
• Physical Oceanography
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Prof. Torsten Kanzow is a Professor at the University of Bremen and Head of the Climate Sciences Division and Section Physical Oceanography of Polar Seas at the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI). His research focuses on ocean currents' roles in polar regions, including their impact on sea ice dynamics, ocean-ice sheet interactions, and global climate systems. He leads expeditions to key Arctic and Antarctic regions such as Fram Strait, the Eurasian Arctic Ocean, and the Weddell Sea. Key research areas include Arctic amplification mechanisms, Atlantic Water circulation patterns, and the influence of ocean currents on Greenland's ice shelves. His work integrates field observations from autonomous instruments, ship-based expeditions (e.g., MOSAiC), and numerical modeling to understand climate feedbacks and ocean circulation changes. Recent projects involve analyzing data from the MOSAiC expedition to investigate Arctic Ocean dynamics and the impacts of warming Atlantic Water on marine-terminating glaciers. Collaborations span international networks addressing climate variability and polar environmental changes.

• Climate Science
• Physical Oceanography
• Polar Research
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Professor Rainer Kiko is a Heisenberg Professor and Make Our Planet Great Again Laureate at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, where he leads research in Marine Biogeochemistry. His work focuses on understanding how global change impacts marine life distribution and activity, with significant implications for oceanic oxygen dynamics, nutrient cycles, and carbon dioxide transfer from the atmosphere to the deep sea. Kiko's research integrates augmented image observations that combine autonomous camera and environmental sensor systems with state-of-the-art artificial intelligence solutions and ecophysiological approaches to study zooplankton and detrital particle dynamics in a changing ocean. His primary research areas include marine carbon cycling, oxygen minimum zones, zooplankton dynamics, and the development of imaging technologies for marine observations. He leads several major projects including Imaging Marine life in an Ocean of Change (IOChange) funded by the Heisenberg Program of the German Research Foundation, and the Tropical Atlantic Deoxygenation project as part of the Make Our Planet Great Again initiative. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on marine particle dynamics, carbon export mechanisms, and the role of zooplankton in biogeochemical cycles, with particular attention to oxygen minimum zones and the impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems. Kiko employs advanced imaging technologies and machine learning approaches to address fundamental questions about the biological pump and ocean carbon sequestration. Among his notable recognitions are the prestigious Heisenberg Professorship from the German Research Foundation and the Make Our Planet Great Again Laureate award. His work has been published in high-impact journals including Nature Geoscience, Nature Communications, and Global Biogeochemical Cycles. Kiko mentors several researchers including Dr. Joelle Habib (Postdoc at Laboratoire d'Océanographie de Villefranche), Dr. Xiangyu Weng (Machine Vision specialist), Simon-Martin Schröder (computer scientist), and Claudeilton "Claus" Santana (PhD student). His research group develops innovative approaches combining deep learning, in situ imaging, and citizen science to resolve marine ecological questions across multiple scales.

• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Zooplankton Dynamics
• Ocean Deoxygenation
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