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Xinzhao ChuView profile

Professor

• Remote Sensing
• Atmospheric Science
• Space Physics
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Xinzhao Chu is a Professor of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder and a Fellow at the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES). He holds a Ph.D. and B.S. in Physics and Electrical Engineering from Peking University (1996 and 1991). His research focuses on lidar remote sensing, atmospheric and space sciences, and the dynamics of the mesosphere and lower thermosphere. Chu’s work includes developing novel lidar technologies, studying gravity waves, and exploring space-atmosphere interactions. Affiliations: CIRES Fellow, Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences Key Roles: Director of the NSF Lidar Consortium, Principal Investigator of multiple grants Research Interests: Lidar instrumentation, atmospheric dynamics, metal layer formation in thermosphere, and climate variability studies. His group has pioneered Antarctic lidar campaigns, including record-breaking 174-hour observations and discoveries of thermospheric Fe layers. Awards & Recognition: CEDAR Prize Lecture Award (2019), MRI and CAREER Awards (2007), and Antarctic Service Medal (2001). His team has consistently won CEDAR Student Poster Competitions. Advisees: Notable students include Zhibin Yu, Weichun Fong, and Cao Chen, who have contributed to groundbreaking lidar data and numerical models. Labs & Projects: Leads the Chu Research Group, developing advanced lidar systems (e.g., OASIS Initiative) and collaborating globally on atmospheric observations. The group operates facilities like the McMurdo Station lidar in Antarctica.

• Climate Modelling
• Paleoclimate Modelling
• Earth System Modelling
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Dr. Jan Streffing is a Scientific Programmer in the Climate Dynamics department at the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI) in Bremerhaven, Germany. His work focuses on advancing Earth System Models (ESMs) with an emphasis on coupled climate modeling, paleoclimate simulations, and ensuring model scalability while preserving mass and energy conservation. He coordinates Earth System Model development efforts, particularly with the AWI-CM3 climate model framework. His research interests include high-resolution climate projections, atmosphere-ocean coupling mechanisms, and improving model physics through numerical methods. Streffing contributes to global kilometer-scale simulations using frameworks like IFS-FESOM, addressing challenges in resolving ocean eddies and cloud processes. He has developed ESM-Tools infrastructure to modularize climate modeling workflows and enhance computational efficiency. Key projects involve the MOSAiC expedition evaluation, where nudging techniques were applied to align model outputs with in-situ observations, revealing model deficiencies in cloud dynamics and snowpack representation. His work also explores deep-water formation impacts on climate sensitivity and integrates data assimilation techniques to improve sea ice forecasts in the AWI coupled prediction system. Streffing's contributions bridge climate science and computational practices, supporting advancements in model resolution, scalability, and accuracy for understanding future climate scenarios.

Klaus J. PuettmannView profile

Professor

• Silviculture
• Forest Ecology
• Complex Adaptive Systems
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Prof. Klaus J. Puettmann is the Edmund Hayes Professor in Silviculture Alternatives at Oregon State University's Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society. He holds a Diploma in Forest Sciences from Albert-Ludwig University (1986) and a Ph.D. in Silviculture and Forest Modeling from Oregon State University (1990). Previously, he served as faculty at the University of Minnesota (1992–2000) and has held visiting roles as a DFG Mercator Guest Professor at the University of Freiburg and Charles Bullard Fellow at Harvard University. His research focuses on silviculture, forest ecology, and adaptive management in the context of global change. Key interests include enhancing forest adaptive capacity through silvicultural practices, managing complex adaptive systems, and addressing ecological and societal challenges. He collaborates globally, publishes extensively (over 100 refereed articles and two books), and advises international funding agencies and journals. Notable awards include Fellowships from the Royal Swedish Academy of Agriculture and Forestry and the Italian Academy of Forest Sciences. Puettmann has mentored numerous students, including 20+ graduate researchers at Oregon State and the University of Minnesota. His work emphasizes sustainable forestry, biodiversity conservation, and climate resilience, with contributions to large-scale experiments like the Density Management Study. Current projects explore how forests adapt to environmental changes and balance productivity with ecological functions.

Adi KurniawanView profile

Research Fellow

• Wave Energy Conversion
• Wave-Structure Interactions
• Multi-Objective Optimization
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Adi Kurniawan is a Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia (UWA) in the School of Earth and Oceans, affiliated with the Marine Energy Research Australia (MERA) and the Great Southern Marine Research Facility (GSMRF). His research focuses on wave energy conversion, wave-structure interactions, and multi-objective optimization. He holds a PhD in Marine Technology from NTNU and has held roles at Aalborg University and the University of Plymouth. Kurniawan co-authored Ocean Waves and Oscillating Systems and contributes to industry standards (Standards Australia Committee EL-066) and journal editing (Journal of Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering). Research Interests: Wave energy converter (WEC) design and optimization Nonlinear wave dynamics and numerical modeling Multi-objective optimization of wave farms Parametric resonance mitigation in WECs Teaching: Previously taught OCEN4007 Renewable Ocean Energy. Active in the Oceans Graduate School, covering oceanography, hydrodynamics, and marine geoscience. Collaborations: Works with industry on sponsored projects, including wave energy device modeling and power prediction. Part of the UN SDGs contributing to sustainable energy solutions (SDG 7, 13, 14). Grants: Lead investigator on projects like 'Advancing ocean renewable energy systems through physics and machine learning' and 'WaveX Albany', totaling over $2M in funding. Projects emphasize scalability, cost reduction, and environmental impact assessments. Labs/Teams: Based at the GSMRF in Albany, collaborating with international partners on WEC testing and deployment strategies.

Abdullah Hilmi LavView profile

Professor

• Transportation Planning
• Transportation and Traffic
• Transportation Structures Engineering
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Prof. Dr. Abdullah Hilmi Lav is a faculty member at Istanbul Technical University in the Department of Civil Engineering . His research focuses on Transportation Planning , Bituminous Materials , and Transportation Structures Engineering . He can be contacted via email at lav@itu.edu.tr . PhD from University of Technology, Sydney (1993) Research interests include pavement engineering, sustainable highway materials, and transportation safety measures. His recent work has explored CO2 emission mitigation in highway systems and recycled waste applications in asphalt layers. Key article trends show expertise in: Flexible pavement optimization Environmental impact reduction Speed hump design and safety Alternative binder materials (sulphur, fly ash) Structural stabilization techniques With an h-index of 14 and over 595 Scopus citations, his work spans experimental testing, simulation modeling, and sustainability-focused infrastructure solutions.

• Numerical Modeling
• Hydrology
• Risk Analysis
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. İsmail Dabanlı is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Technical University. He has held this position since 2021 after serving as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University from 2019 to 2021, where he also served as Deputy Head of Department from 2018 to 2020. His academic career began as a Research Assistant at Istanbul Technical University in 2011, where he later completed his Integrated Doctorate in Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering. Dr. Dabanlı earned his Integrated Doctorate in Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering from Istanbul Technical University between 2011 and 2017. He holds dual bachelor's degrees from the same institution: a Licence in Civil Engineering (2005-2010) and a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (2007-2011). He also served as a Visiting Researcher at Clemson University from 2016 to 2017, expanding his international research experience. Dr. Dabanlı's research focuses on numerical modeling, hydrology, and risk analysis, with particular emphasis on climate change impacts, drought assessment, and water resources management. His work spans both theoretical developments in trend analysis methodologies and practical applications across Turkey, Algeria, and the Mediterranean basin. He has developed and applied innovative statistical approaches for analyzing hydroclimatic variables including precipitation, temperature, and sea surface temperatures, with significant contributions to the Innovative Trend Analysis (ITA) methodology. His publication record shows a strong focus on Mediterranean climate systems, drought characterization, and flood analysis. His recent work has increasingly addressed practical climate adaptation strategies, including urban water scarcity mitigation and UNESCO World Heritage site protection. The breadth of his research demonstrates a consistent trajectory from fundamental hydrological science to applied solutions for water management challenges under climate change. Dr. Dabanlı serves as a member of both the Chamber of Architects (since 2011) and the Chamber of Civil Engineers (since 2010), reflecting his interdisciplinary background that bridges civil engineering and architecture. His editorial work includes serving as Editor for journals related to climate change and water resources since 2018. As an academic advisor, Dr. Dabanlı has supervised graduate students including AYDIN KADRİ YURTSEVER (research on earthquake impacts on groundwater levels) and ALI ALTAS (research on probability-based drought analysis across Turkey). He has led significant research projects including the 'Determination of Long-Term Drought Trends Across Türkiye' (2023-2024) and the 'RESEARCH OF TOPKAPI PALACE HISTORICAL WATER SUPPLY ELEMENTS' (2021-2024), which connects historical water systems with modern engineering approaches. Dr. Dabanlı's work on Topkapı Palace's historical water supply systems demonstrates his interest in integrating historical engineering knowledge with contemporary water management challenges. His research portfolio shows a consistent trajectory from fundamental hydrological research to applied climate change impact studies with direct policy relevance, making significant contributions to both academic knowledge and practical water resource management solutions in Turkey and beyond.

Eric LambinView profile

Professor

• Geography
• Environmental Sciences
• Human-Environment Interactions
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Eric F. Lambin is a Full Professor at both Stanford University (Inaugural George and Setsuko Ishiyama Provostial Professor in the Department of Environmental Earth System Science, School of Earth Sciences) and Université catholique de Louvain (Belgium). His research focuses on human-environment interactions, land-use change, sustainability science, and remote sensing. He has held leadership roles, including Chair of the Scientific Steering Committee for the LUCC project (1999-2005) and Co-Chair of the Department of Environmental Earth System Science at Stanford (2013-present). Education: PhD in Sciences (Geography), University of Louvain, Belgium (1988) Master in Sciences (Geography), University of Louvain, Belgium (1985) Baccalaureate in Philosophy, University of Louvain, Belgium (1985) Research Interests: Dr. Lambin explores land-use dynamics, environmental governance, and the impacts of land change on ecosystems and human health. His work integrates remote sensing, socio-economic data, and multi-agent simulation models to address global challenges such as deforestation, desertification, and vector-borne diseases. Key themes include forest transitions, sustainability transitions, and the socio-ecological feedbacks driving land-use changes. Awards & Recognition: Member of the Academia Europaea (2010) Foreign Associate, U.S. National Academy of Sciences (2009) Francqui Prize in Sciences (2009) Zayed International Prize for the Environment (2005) Member of the Royal Academy of Belgium (2006) Advising & Grants: Dr. Lambin has advised over 20 PhD students on topics ranging from soybean supply chains to malaria epidemiology. His grants and collaborations involve international organizations like IIASA, the Beijer Institute, and the National Socio-Environmental Synthesis Center (SESYNC). Labs & Teams: As a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment, he leads interdisciplinary projects on sustainability science. His work bridges academia and policy, contributing to global initiatives like the Kyoto Protocol and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Spencer JonesView profile

Assistant Professor

• Physical Oceanography
• Ocean Dynamics
• Meridional Overturning Circulation
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Spencer Jones is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, specializing in Physical Oceanography. His research focuses on ocean dynamics, particularly the Meridional Overturning Circulation (MOC), heat and tracer transport, and the application of scalable analysis tools. He holds a PhD in Oceanography from Scripps Institution of Oceanography (2018) and a MPhys in Physics from the University of Oxford (2011). Research Interests: Ocean Transport Mechanisms Isopycnal and Vertical Mixing MOC Geometry and Variability Climate Dynamics Paleoceanography Selected Awards: Lamont Postdoctoral Fellowship (2018-2020) His recent work integrates machine learning (e.g., neural networks) with ocean modeling to analyze sea surface kinematics. He explores interbasin salt and heat exchanges, emphasizing the Atlantic-Pacific contrast and Last Glacial Maximum circulation changes. Collaborations with institutions like Columbia University and the University of Oxford strengthen his interdisciplinary approach. Spencer Jones' research bridges theoretical oceanography with computational methods, contributing to climate modeling and understanding oceanic roles in global heat redistribution.

Nicole CocolasView profile

Lecturer

• Climate Change and Tourism
• Transport Emissions
• Consumer Behavior
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Dr. Nicole Cocolas is a Lecturer in Transport Management at the University of Surrey, affiliated with the Surrey Hospitality and Tourism Management department and the Centre for Sustainability and Wellbeing in the Visitor Economy. She joined the university in 2021 and contributes to modules on Land Transport Systems, International Transport Planning and Policy, Cruise Industry and Sea Transport, and Sustainability in Aviation. Her research focuses on the intersection of climate change, tourism, and transport, with particular emphasis on consumer behavior, climate communications, and policy interventions to reduce transport emissions. She holds a PhD exploring the impact of persuasive climate communications on air travel attitudes and has collaborated with organizations like UNWTO and the Adventure Travel and Trade Association (ATTA). Her Honours thesis examined market variability in Australian ski resorts due to climate-driven snow cover changes. Nicole serves as the SHTM Admissions Officer and Widening Participation and Outreach Coordinator, reflecting her commitment to educational equity and institutional governance. Her work bridges academia and industry, addressing both theoretical and practical challenges in sustainable tourism and transport systems. Her publications analyze topics such as airline marketing strategies, consumer attitudes toward flying, and behavioral adaptations to climate change. While no awards are explicitly mentioned, her research has contributed to critical debates on aviation’s climate impact and sustainable mobilities.

Jacob WenegratView profile

Assistant Professor

• Physical Oceanography
• Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
• Submesoscale Processes
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Jacob Wenegrat is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science at the University of Maryland, College Park. His research focuses on submesoscale ocean processes (0.1-10 km scales), combining theory, high-resolution numerical simulations, and observational data. Key research areas include ocean submesoscale dynamics, air-sea interaction, boundary layer turbulence, and multi-scale fluid dynamics. He teaches courses such as Physical Oceanography (AOSC420/670) and Oceanography of the Chesapeake and Mid-Atlantic (AOSC421). His group actively collaborates with observationalists and large-scale modelers to bridge fundamental dynamics with interdisciplinary applications like climate science and marine ecosystems. Wenegrat advises a diverse group of graduate students and postdocs working on topics including submesoscale turbulence, coastal oceanography, and numerical modeling. His lab utilizes advanced computational tools and field data from initiatives like the Sub-Mesoscale Ocean Dynamics Experiment (S-MODE). Recent research highlights include studies on marine heatwaves in the Chesapeake Bay, turbulent dynamics of submesoscale vortices, and the role of submesoscale processes in global ocean boundary layers. His work emphasizes connecting small-scale physics to broader environmental and climate systems.

Jan Geert HiddinkView profile

Professor

• Marine Benthic Ecology
• Sustainable Fisheries
• Climate Change Impacts
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Jan Geert Hiddink is a Professor in Marine Biology at Bangor University's School of Ocean Sciences. He specializes in benthic ecology, sustainable fisheries, and climate change impacts on marine ecosystems. His research focuses on quantifying effects of human activities like bottom trawling and climate change on benthic communities, with a strong emphasis on mitigation strategies. He has authored over 95 peer-reviewed papers and secured over £7M in grants. Key projects include assessing seabed carbon stocks, sustainable scallop fisheries, and the ecological impact of windfarms. Education: PhD from University of Groningen (2002) on Macoma balthica migrations and a BSc in Marine Biology from the same institution (1997). Awards include the 2002 North Sea Award for his PhD thesis. He teaches marine vertebrates and directs the Marine Biology BSc program. Research interests span benthic ecosystem resilience, fisheries sustainability, and seabird ecology. Recent projects include evaluating thresholds for marine ecosystem health and developing tools for trawl fisheries assessments. Grants include collaborations with the Isle of Man government, Welsh Government, and EU initiatives. Advised 13 PhD students since 2006, focusing on topics like windfarm benthic impacts, shellfish fisheries, and cetacean monitoring. Active in policy engagement, including ICES advisory panels on trawling impacts and carbon assessments.

Steven SiemsView profile

Professor

• Cloud Microphysics
• Boundary Layer Meteorology
• Precipitation Processes
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Steven Siems is a Professor at Monash University's School of Earth Atmosphere and Environment. He leads research on clouds, precipitation, and boundary layer meteorology, focusing on the Southern Ocean, Australia, and SE Asia. As a Chief Investigator in the ARC Securing Antarctica's Environmental Future (SAEF) center, he studies precipitation processes and co-chairs the World Weather Research Program's Weather Modification Expert Team. He also edits the Journal of Southern Hemisphere Earth System Science. Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Washington (Seattle), followed by post-doctoral research at NCAR and UMIST. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and life below water. Projects: CAPE-k (Southern Ocean Clouds), CCI GBR (Great Barrier Reef Climate), POSOSI (Antarctic Sea Ice), and PSCSO (Southern Ocean Convection) Research Themes: Cloud microphysics, orographic precipitation, trade wind cumulus dynamics Recent publications focus on satellite cloud retrievals, coral bleaching drivers, and precipitation biases in high-latitude observations. Supervised PhD students engage in fieldwork across the Snowy Mountains, King Island, and Great Barrier Reef aboard research vessels like the R/V Investigator.

Jamal Jokar ArsanjaniView profile

Professor

• Remote Sensing
• Climate Change
• Land Use Change
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Jamal Jokar Arsanjani is a full professor in Geoinformatics and Earth Observation at Aalborg University (Denmark), leading the Geoinformatics & Earth Observation group. He holds a PhD from the University of Vienna (2011), with postdoctoral research at Heidelberg University supported by an Alexander von Humboldt fellowship (2012–2015). His academic career includes roles as a UN consultant in Vienna and senior scientist at Heidelberg's GIScience group. Research focuses on integrating geospatial data with computational models to address complex environmental challenges, including land use change, climate impacts, and natural hazards. Key methodologies include agent-based modeling, machine learning, and remote sensing. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDGs related to climate action, sustainable cities, and responsible consumption. Recent projects include 'PROMISE' (micro-mobility integration in urban transport) and 'AI4Covid' (AI-driven pandemic monitoring). Awards include the Springer Outstanding PhD Dissertation (2012) and an Earth Observation award (2020). He serves on the European Environment Agency board and edits the journal Land . Research outputs span 105+ publications since 2008, emphasizing urban sustainability, disaster resilience, and geospatial technologies. Active in 7 ongoing projects and 45+ academic activities, he advises on policy and innovation in smart cities and climate adaptation.

Shumon T. HussainView profile

Researcher

• Multispecies Archaeology
• Paleoenvironmental Humanities
• Animal Prehistory
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Dr. Shumon T. Hussain is a junior research group leader at the University of Cologne, Germany, affiliated with the Institute for Prehistoric Archaeology and MESH (Multidisciplinary Environmental Studies in the Humanities). His work bridges humanities and sciences to explore deep human history and non-human entanglements. He pioneers multispecies archaeology and paleoenvironmental humanities, focusing on animal prehistory, human-nonhuman systems, and ecological coevolution. Research interests include the intersection of 'animal' and 'technology' concepts in Western traditions, with a focus on Pleistocene and Holocene ecosystems. Key publications address scavenger guild dynamics, human-beaver cohabitation, and lithic technology variability. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary methods and contemporary relevance of deep-time studies.

• Environmental Science
• Agricultural Change
• Earth Observation Technologies
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Lyndon Estes is an Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Geography at Clark University. His research focuses on the drivers and impacts of agricultural change, utilizing Earth Observation technologies and modeling techniques such as neural networks. He has contributed to interdisciplinary studies in conservation biology, agricultural economics, and geospatial analysis, with a particular emphasis on African ecosystems and smallholder farming systems. Dr. Estes' work spans multiple domains, including landscape connectivity for wildlife conservation, transportation infrastructure impacts on agricultural supply chains, and the application of advanced machine learning methods to remote sensing data. He has authored over 19 publications, with recent contributions appearing in journals like Remote Sensing , Field Crops Research , and Agricultural Systems . In editorial roles, he serves as Specialty Chief Editor for 'AI in Food, Agriculture and Water' at Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence . His research integrates technical innovation with practical applications, addressing global challenges in sustainability and food security.