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Prof. Dr. Günther Dissertori is a Full Professor and Rector of ETH Zurich, where he oversees teaching and academic affairs. His academic journey began at the University of Innsbruck, followed by a doctoral position at CERN, and he joined ETH Zurich as an Assistant Professor in 2001 before becoming a Full Professor in 2007. Academic Role: Full Professor of Particle Physics Institutional Leadership: Rector of ETH Zurich (since 2022) Contact: guenther.dissertori@sl.ethz.ch Research Interests: Dissertori's work spans Particle Physics and Experimental Physics , notably contributing to the CMS experiment at CERN, which was instrumental in the Higgs boson discovery. His group also developed cost-effective PET devices, leading to the spin-off Positrigo AG . Research keywords include Detector Development , Medical Imaging , and Quantum Physics . Teaching Excellence: Recognized with multiple Golden Owl awards (2005–2020) and the Credit Suisse Award for Best Teaching (2013), Dissertori is celebrated for his pedagogical impact in the Department of Particle Physics. Scientific Contributions: His publications include advancements in CMOS technology, quantum dynamics, and medical applications, reflecting interdisciplinary expertise in high-speed electronics, environmental science, and architectural history.

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Experimental Physics
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Tom Ian Battin is a Full Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). He holds roles in three departments: the River Ecosystems Research Laboratory (RIVER), the Laboratory of Management of Infrastructures, Networks and Construction (LIMNC-GE), and the SSIE Teaching Unit (ENS). His research focuses on aquatic ecosystems, microbial communities in glacier-fed streams, climate change impacts, and biogeochemical processes in alpine environments. He advises numerous doctoral students and has supervised over ten theses at EPFL. Battin teaches courses such as 'Fundamentals in Ecology,' 'Aquatic Ecosystems,' and 'Global Change Ecology and Fluvial Ecosystems.' He is actively involved in academic governance, serving on the EPFL Academic Strategic Committee (ASC) and the ENAC Academic Evaluation Committee (CEA). His work investigates how glacier retreat affects stream microbiomes, dissolved organic carbon dynamics, and ecosystem resilience. Key themes include microbial metabolism, biofilm functionality, and the interplay between hydrology and biogeochemistry. Battin leads research projects on global glacier-fed stream biogeography and the resistome of stream biofilms. His interdisciplinary approach bridges ecology, microbiology, and environmental engineering, addressing critical questions about mountain ecosystems under climate change.

• Environmental Sciences
• Aquatic Ecosystems
• Microbial Ecology
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Pietro de Anna is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Earth Sciences (ISTE), University of Lausanne, since August 2021. He holds an Italian nationality and completed a Master's in Theoretical Physics (2009) at the University of Florence, followed by a PhD in Earth Sciences at the University of Rennes 1 (2012). His research focuses on reactive transport in porous media, filtration, and interactions between bacteriological activity and flow dynamics. He directs the Environmental Fluid Mechanics Laboratory since 2015, employing microfluidics, numerical simulations, and theoretical models to study coupled physical, biological, and chemical mechanisms in confined systems. He has published 21 peer-reviewed articles, teaches environmental science courses at the Bachelor's and Master's levels, and supervised two PhD theses and four postdoctoral researchers. His work includes investigations into microbial biomass accumulation in porous media, diffusion-limited mixing, and biocementation processes. Key research themes are spatial heterogeneity effects, chemotaxis, and quorum sensing in microbial systems. He has pioneered methods combining microfluidics with microscopy to analyze transport at pore scales.

• Environmental Fluid Mechanics
• Porous Media Dynamics
• Biogeochemical Processes
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Dr. Cara Magnabosco serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at ETH Zurich, holding the dedicated Professorship for Geobiology. She maintains her research office at NO E 5, Sonneggstrasse 5, Zurich, and teaches core courses including Geobiology (651-4143-00L) and Seminar on Precambrian Geobiology and Biogeochemical Cycles (651-4145-00L) for Fall semester 2025. Her research program investigates the fundamental interactions between biological systems and geological processes across Earth's history, with particular emphasis on: Microbial ecology in deep subsurface environments Biogeochemical cycling during Precambrian eras Co-evolutionary patterns of life and planetary systems Preservation of ancient biosignatures Early Earth environmental conditions Dr. Magnabosco leads the Geobiology research group at ETH Zurich, which integrates field, laboratory, and analytical approaches to reconstruct ancient Earth systems. No information regarding scientific awards, student mentorship, or research grants was provided in the source material, and publication history remains undocumented in the available text.

• Geobiology
• Biogeochemistry
• Precambrian Earth History
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PD Dr. Günter Hoch is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Environmental Sciences – Botany at the University of Basel , Switzerland. His research centers on the ecophysiology of trees , with a particular emphasis on carbon storage dynamics , drought stress responses , and the resilience of forest ecosystems to climate change. Research Focus: Carbon allocation and storage in trees under carbon limitation Physiological controls of non-structural carbohydrate reserves (e.g., starch, lipids) Drought-induced tree mortality and recovery mechanisms Whole-tree carbon balance and growth under environmental stress Scaling from individual tree responses to ecosystem-level processes Approach: His team integrates field observations , experimental manipulations , and biophysical modeling to understand how trees regulate carbon reserves and water relations under stress. A key goal is to identify biomarkers (e.g., starch concentrations in sapwood) that reflect the carbon status and health of trees. Recent Work: His publications span high-impact journals like Nature Reviews Earth & Environment , New Phytologist , and Global Change Biology , addressing topics such as hydraulic failure, carbon starvation, and the impacts of extreme droughts (e.g., 2018 Central European drought) on forest ecosystems. Collaborations: He contributes to large-scale networks like TreeNet , a Swiss initiative monitoring drought and growth indicators in forests, and collaborates internationally on projects linking plant ecophysiology to biogeochemical cycles. Contact: guenter.hoch@unibas.ch | Tel: +41 (0)61 207 35 14

• Tree ecophysiology
• Carbon allocation in trees
• Drought stress physiology
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Alexander Damm is a Professor and head of the Remote Sensing of Water Systems (RSWS) group, holding a joint appointment between the Department of Geography at the University of Zurich (UZH) and the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (Eawag). His research integrates advanced Earth observation technologies with environmental science to study water systems under changing climatic and anthropogenic pressures. University: University of Zurich Institutional Affiliation: Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (Eawag) Department: Department of Geography Alexander Damm obtained his MSc and PhD in remote sensing from Humboldt-University Berlin. Since 2008, he has been contributing to UZH’s leadership in imaging spectroscopy and Earth observation science. MSc, Remote Sensing, Humboldt-University Berlin PhD, Remote Sensing, Humboldt-University Berlin His research focuses on the fundamentals of remote sensing as applied to terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, particularly in studying water dynamics and environmental change impacts. He specializes in sun-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF), imaging spectroscopy, and the development of methods to monitor ecosystem productivity, drought responses, and biogeochemical cycles. His work bridges physics, ecology, and environmental engineering to improve understanding of plant-water relations and ecosystem resilience. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in using airborne and satellite-based spectroscopy to assess vegetation health, water stress, forest dynamics, and atmospheric constituents. Key themes include SIF retrieval, drought monitoring, canopy structure modeling, and air quality estimation. These works span applications from croplands and forests to tundra and inland waters, reflecting a broad interdisciplinary approach grounded in quantitative remote sensing. Alexander Damm is involved in several high-profile research initiatives, including: ESA’s FLuorescence EXplorer (FLEX) mission SNSF projects: FLUO4ECO, Spatial-sustainable-finance, DeltAs MeteoSwiss: UrbanNature EU Horizon: NextGenCarbon He leads the RSWS group, which develops and applies cutting-edge remote sensing methodologies for water system monitoring. The team collaborates across disciplines and institutions, focusing on integrating field measurements, airborne campaigns, and satellite data for environmental assessment. Damm’s leadership in projects like FLEX and HyPlant underscores his role in advancing spectroscopic remote sensing for global ecosystem monitoring.

• Remote Sensing
• Earth Observation
• Imaging Spectroscopy
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Lea Gabele is affiliated with the Professorship for Land-Climate Dynamics at ETH Zurich's Department of Environmental Systems Science (D-USYS). Her role involves supporting research and academic activities within this interdisciplinary field. While specific educational background and research outputs are not detailed in the provided text, her affiliation suggests expertise in environmental systems science with a focus on land-climate interactions. The Professorship likely addresses topics such as biogeochemical cycles, climate modeling, and ecosystem dynamics. No awards, publications, or advised students are explicitly mentioned in the text. Her work is part of ETH Zurich's broader efforts in environmental systems research, contributing to understanding complex Earth system processes.

• Environmental Systems Science
• Land-Climate Dynamics
• Biogeochemical Cycles
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Colette Heald is a Full Professor of Atmospheric Chemistry at ETH Zürich’s Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science, serving as Deputy Head of the Institute. She holds a PhD in Earth and Planetary Science from Harvard University (2005) and has held academic roles at Colorado State University (2008–2011), MIT (2012–2023), and now ETH since 2024. Her research focuses on global tropospheric chemistry, atmospheric aerosols, biosphere-atmosphere interactions, and chemistry-climate linkages. Key contributions include advancing understanding of wildfire impacts on air quality, aerosol dynamics, and climate feedbacks. Dr. Heald’s honors include the AGU James B. Macelwane Medal (2015) and multiple teaching/leadership awards from MIT. She leads the Atmospheric Chemistry Group at ETH, contributing to courses like Atmospheric Chemistry and the Colloquium on Atmosphere and Climate. Her work integrates observational data with advanced models, addressing critical questions in climate change mitigation, air pollution, and environmental sustainability.

• Global tropospheric chemistry
• Atmospheric aerosol sources and chemistry
• Biosphere-atmosphere interactions
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Prof. Kristopher McNeill is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Environmental Systems Science, where he heads the Institute of Biogeochemistry and Pollutant Dynamics. Born in 1970 in Tucson, Arizona, he earned his BA in Chemistry from Reed College (1992) and PhD from UC Berkeley (1997), followed by postdoctoral work at MIT. His academic career includes positions as Assistant and Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota and Visiting Professorship at Stanford. McNeill's research focuses on environmentally relevant chemical reactions, particularly catalytic and photocatalytic transformations in aquatic systems. Key areas include environmental fate of emerging contaminants, photochemistry in surface waters, and metal-mediated dehalogenation reactions. His group emphasizes mechanistic studies using modern spectroscopic techniques like NMR and time-resolved laser spectroscopy to understand degradation pathways of contaminants. His publication trends show consistent focus on photochemical processes in environmental systems, with recent work expanding into polymer degradation, DNA photochemistry, and atmospheric chemistry. The research demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary integration of analytical chemistry, materials science, and environmental modeling. McNeill teaches multiple courses including: Introduction to Environmental Organic Chemistry Organic Chemistry Term Paper seminars Human Health, Nutrition and Environment

• Environmental Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• Catalysis
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Dr. Christine Christ is a Researcher at the Faculty of Theology of the University of Basel. Her work spans theological disciplines with a focus on historical, ethical, and intercultural perspectives. Institution: University of Basel School: Faculty of Theology She contributes to research areas including theology, religious studies, ecumenism, and ethics, though specific projects are not detailed in the provided texts. Her role involves academic collaboration and guest research initiatives. Recent publications highlight trends in soil science, environmental monitoring, and climate-related research, suggesting potential interdisciplinary engagements or data inconsistencies. These works address multi-scale soil quality frameworks, sediment source apportionment, peatland carbon dynamics, and radionuclide tracing methodologies. Dr. Christ's contact details include the email christine.christ@unibas.ch . No scientific awards or student supervision details are mentioned in the provided data.

• Theology
• Religious Studies
• Ecumenical Research
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Marie C. Schölmerich serves as Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Environmental Microbiology at ETH Zurich's Department of Environmental Systems Science, leading the Schölmerich Lab since August 2023. Her research focuses on anaerobic microorganisms in anoxic ecosystems that drive carbon cycling through ancient metabolic pathways like the Wood-Ljungdahl pathway for CO 2 fixation. Her core research domains include: Anaerobic Microbiology Environmental Metagenomics Microbial Physiology and Metabolism Protein Biochemistry Biogeochemical Cycles Greenhouse Gas Metabolism She integrates computational biology, metagenomics, and biochemical methods to study microbial conversion of CO 2 and CH 4 , with emphasis on molecular mechanisms in bacteria and archaea. Key recognitions include: SNSF Starting Grant (2025) Walter Benjamin Fellowship (DFG) (2020) Postdoc Plus Stipend (Claussen-Simon Foundation) (2019) These awards support her mission to decode microbial influences on global biogeochemical cycles. Dr. Schölmerich actively directs laboratory operations at CHN F 33, Universitätstrasse 16, combining fieldwork, genome-informed cultivation, and protein biochemistry to investigate microbial processes in methane and carbon dioxide conversion systems.

• Anaerobic Microbiology
• Environmental Metagenomics
• Microbial Physiology and Metabolism
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Prof. Dr. Cindy De Jonge is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences , ETH Zurich, where she leads the Professorship for Biogeosciences . Her research focuses on Geoecosystem dynamics , integrating biogeochemical processes within earth systems.

• Biogeosciences
• Geoecosystem Dynamics
• Earth Sciences
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Sara Bonetti is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). She holds roles in the Laboratory of Hydrology and Geomorphology (CHANGE), the Diversity Office at ENAC, and teaching responsibilities in the SSIE - Enseignement division. Her research focuses on hydrology, ecohydrology, and climate change impacts, emphasizing soil-water interactions, landscape evolution, and sustainable resource management. She advises four PhD students and teaches courses on hydrology and ecohydrological modeling. Her work bridges environmental engineering and earth sciences, addressing challenges such as global water model uncertainties, crop water sustainability under climate change, and the dynamics of agrivoltaic systems. She also contributes to institutional leadership through the Diversity Office, promoting inclusivity in STEM education and research. Her recent publications analyze rainfall variability effects on landscapes, soil hydraulic properties, and ecohydrological feedbacks. Her research integrates field observations, computational modeling, and interdisciplinary approaches to advance solutions for water and environmental challenges.

• Hydrology
• Environmental Engineering
• Ecohydrology
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Prof. Johan Six is a Full Professor of Sustainable Agroecosystems at ETH Zürich's Institute of Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on agroecosystem management, biogeochemical cycling, and global change impacts. He leads experimental and modeling studies across scales, integrating soil, plant, and microbial interactions to enhance food system resilience. His work spans tropical Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Education: PhD in Soil Science from Colorado State University (1998), followed by roles at UC Davis and ETH Zurich. Awards include AAAS Fellowship, Philippe Duchaufour Medal, and Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher recognition (2015-2020). Research interests emphasize carbon-nutrient dynamics, climate mitigation strategies, and sustainable farming practices. He develops models to predict agroecosystem responses to global change, collaborating on bio-economic assessments and interdisciplinary projects like the World Food System Center. Teaching includes courses on agroecosystems, biogeochemical modeling, and tropical cropping systems. His lab engages in international projects addressing food security, circular bioeconomy practices, and climate-smart agriculture.

• Agroecosystems
• Biogeochemical Cycling
• Climate Change
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Julia Schmale is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Institute of Environmental Engineering (IEE) within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), based at the Extreme Environments Research Laboratory (EERL) in Sion, Switzerland. She also holds an academic position in the School of Sustainable Industrial Engineering (SSIE) and is a member of the Diversity Office at ENAC (DOENAC). Her research focuses on atmospheric aerosols, cloud formation, and air-sea interactions in polar and remote marine environments. She leads and participates in major international field campaigns such as MOSAiC and ACE, utilizing in-situ measurements to study new particle formation, aerosol sources, and their climatic impacts. Her work integrates observational data with modeling to understand climate-relevant processes in the Arctic and Southern Ocean. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on aerosol microphysics, halogen chemistry, biogenic emissions, and cloud nucleation processes in extreme environments. Her studies frequently involve advanced instrumentation and collaborative efforts across disciplines, including chemistry, physics, and biology. Best teacher in the Best teacher in Environmental Sciences and Engineering Section, EPFL teaching award : EPFL (2023) SIE Best Teacher Award : Environmental Science and Engineering Section (2023) SMT Best Teacher Award : Enterprise 4 Society SMT Master Program (2024) Julia Schmale supervises multiple PhD students and contributes to teaching courses such as "Physics and Chemistry of the Atmosphere" and "Science of Climate Change." She is actively involved in science-policy engagement and diversity initiatives within academia. Her laboratory, the Extreme Environments Research Laboratory (EERL), develops and deploys cutting-edge measurement systems for field studies in polar regions, fostering interdisciplinary research on climate change and environmental processes.

• Atmospheric Science
• Aerosol Science
• Climate Change
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