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André FrancoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Soil ecology
• Soil-plant interactions
• Ecosystem functioning
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André Franco serves as Assistant Professor at Indiana University's Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs and holds a Senior Global Futures Fellowship at the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory. He joined the O'Neill School in 2022 after research positions at Colorado State University's Department of Biology. His academic credentials include: PhD in Soil Science, University of São Paulo (2015) MS in Bioenergy, Universidade Estadual de Londrina (2012) BS in Agronomy, Universidade Estadual de Santa Cruz (2008) Dr. Franco investigates how global environmental changes impact soil ecosystems across diverse biomes—from tropical rainforests to Antarctic regions—with particular focus on soil-plant interactions and the functional roles of soil organisms like nematodes, earthworms, and termites. His work bridges soil ecology with sustainability science to address climate change and land-use challenges. Analysis of his 2019-2022 publications reveals consistent emphasis on soil biodiversity responses to precipitation variability, drought, and deforestation. These studies demonstrate how soil fauna mediate carbon cycling and biomass allocation across grasslands, Amazonian ecosystems, and polar regions, highlighting critical linkages between soil health and global change resilience. His scientific recognition includes: International Presidential Fellow, Colorado State University (2017) Senior Global Futures Fellow, Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory As part of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory, Dr. Franco contributes to interdisciplinary research on sustainable soil management and ecosystem responses to anthropogenic pressures, collaborating with international teams across multiple continents.

Zhiying LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Hydro-climatology
• Hydrological modeling
• Drought monitoring
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Zhiying Li is an Assistant Professor at the O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University Bloomington, where she joined as a tenure-track faculty member in 2023. She leads the Hydroclimatology Group, focusing on fundamental and applied questions regarding how climate variability and human intervention are altering the water cycle, with particular emphasis on hydroclimatic extremes and water availability. Dr. Li earned her Ph.D. in Geography from The Ohio State University in 2021, an M.S. in Physical Geography from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing (2017), and a B.S. in Agriculture in Soil and Water Conservation from Northwest A&F University in China (2014). Her research spans multiple critical areas in hydroclimatology, including drought monitoring systems, hydrological modeling, streamflow prediction, and extreme precipitation analysis. She employs diverse methodologies such as process-based hydrologic models, Earth System Models, spatiotemporal statistical modeling, machine learning, and remote sensing to address complex water-climate challenges. Her work has significant implications for risk management, climate adaptation, and sustainable development under changing climatic conditions. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on drought monitoring systems, particularly examining how static drought thresholds perform in nonstationary climate conditions. Her research demonstrates growing interest in machine learning applications for hydroclimatic prediction and understanding spatial heterogeneity in water balance controls across the United States. Her work bridges fundamental hydroclimatology with practical applications for water resource management. American Association of Geographers (AAG) 'Elevate the Discipline' Climate Change & Society Cohort (2023) The Story Exchange 'Our Women in Science Incentive Prize' (2022) Presidential Fellowship, The Ohio State University (2020-21) AAG Climate Specialty Group Paper of the Year Award for 2024 AGU Advances paper Sustainability Research Development Grant by IU Integrated Program in the Environment First Place Climate Specialty Group's Student Paper Competition for the 2025 AAG Annual Meeting Dr. Li actively mentors graduate students including Ph.D. candidates Guoqing Gong and Tian Yang, and serves as Principal Investigator for multiple research projects. She secured significant funding through USGS 104G National Competitive Grant (as PI with co-PIs Ficklin and Lesk) to study hydrologic intensification and water availability, and a USGS 104B Annual Base Grant to investigate drought-flood abrupt alternation in Indiana. Her Hydroclimatology Group fosters an inclusive research environment that advances knowledge at the intersection of water, climate, and people. The Hydroclimatology Group at IU Bloomington employs a multidisciplinary approach, utilizing process-based hydrologic models, statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and remote sensing techniques to address complex water-climate challenges. Current research focuses on hydroclimatic extremes such as drought and flooding, water availability under climate change, and developing improved drought monitoring systems that account for nonstationary climate conditions.

Danel DraguljicView profile

Associate Professor

• Statistics
• Experimental Design
• Probability
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Danel Draguljic is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA, where he has held this position since 2018, following a tenure as Assistant Professor from 2012–2018. Prior to academia, he worked as a Statistician III at Battelle Memorial Institute (2010–2012). He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from The Ohio State University (2010), alongside dual undergraduate degrees in Philosophy and Mathematics from Millersville University (2003). Teaching focuses on advanced statistical courses like Design and Analysis of Experiments, Neural Networks, and Time Series. Co-authored the textbook Design and Analysis of Experiments (2017, Springer), emphasizing R and SAS applications. His research intersects statistical methodology, experimental design, and interdisciplinary applications in biology, neuroscience, and environmental science. Notable contributions include optimizing thin film coatings, modeling neural networks, and analyzing drought impacts on tropical epiphytes. Key awards include the 2015 Youden Award for the 2014 paper on screening strategies in Technometrics. Ongoing projects involve variable selection in mixed models and constrained noncollapsing design algorithms (CoNcaD).

Victoria ChraibiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Freshwater Ecology
• Paleoecology
• Aquatic Biology
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Dr. Victoria Chraibi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Tarleton State University. Her research focuses on freshwater ecology, particularly the paleoecology of diatoms and lake sediment records of ecosystem responses to human activities, climate shifts, and food web dynamics. She teaches courses in biology, marine biology, ecology, and limnology. Education: PhD in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (University of Nebraska, 2016); MS in Water Resources Science (University of Minnesota, 2013). Research emphasizes using diatom fossils to reconstruct historical environmental conditions, informing contemporary water resource management. Key projects include studies on Lake Superior’s ecological changes and hydrological trends in Texas river basins. Dr. Chraibi also explores game-based approaches to education and water governance. Her lab supports undergraduate and graduate students in fieldwork, microscopy, and molecular techniques, fostering presentations at national/international conferences. Collaborative projects include studies on the Colorado River’s biodiversity and the impact of climate warming on Great Lakes diatoms. Her work bridges ecological science with practical conservation strategies for transboundary water systems.

• Nonlinear Differential Equations
• Mathematical Analysis
• Optimal Control
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Francisco Javier Fernandez Fernandez is a Professor at the University of Seville's Department of Mathematical Analysis. His research focuses on nonlinear differential equations, optimal control, environmental modeling, and mathematical analysis. He teaches courses such as 'Derivation and Integration of Functions of a Real Variable' and 'Professional Software in Environmental Issues' across various mathematics and interdisciplinary programs. His research group, 'Nonlinear Differential Equations,' explores topics like Stieltjes differential equations, population dynamics, and eutrophication control. Recent work emphasizes applications in environmental systems (e.g., Vespa Velutina population modeling, urban heat islands) and digital twin technologies for real-time simulation. Publications from 2025 highlight advancements in Stieltjes derivative theory and functional spaces, while earlier works address water circulation optimization and 3D eutrophication models. His contributions span over two decades, with a strong emphasis on bridging mathematical theory and environmental engineering challenges. No scientific awards are listed, but his extensive publication record reflects sustained academic impact. Advising and grant details are not explicitly mentioned in the provided texts, though his teaching roles suggest involvement in mentoring students through coursework.

• Marine Biology
• Ocean Acidification
• Plankton Ecology
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Maria Alguero-Muniz is a Researcher at the University of Glasgow , affiliated with the School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine . Her work focuses on ocean acidification impacts , plankton community dynamics , and marine ecosystem responses to environmental stressors. Her research spans plankton physiology , trophic interactions , and climate change adaptation in marine systems. Recent projects include eDNA metabarcoding for aquaculture monitoring and upwelling simulations to study carbon cycling. Maria's publications (2012–2025) reveal a thematic focus on marine biogeochemistry , zooplankton ecology , and novel species taxonomy . Key collaborations include institutions studying pelagic food webs and CO2-driven ecological shifts . Scientific awards include funding from The Royal Society of Edinburgh (2021–2022) for planktonic threat monitoring in salmon aquaculture. Her work has been published in Nature Climate Change , Global Biogeochemical Cycles , and Frontiers in Marine Science .

Michael CharlesView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Sustainability
• Environmental Engineering
• Climate Change
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Dr. Michael Charles is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological and Environmental Engineering at Cornell University, holding affiliate status in the American Indian and Indigenous Studies Program (AIISP) and serving as a Faculty Fellow at the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability. He is also a Cornell Provost’s New Faculty Fellow (2024) and an Engaged Faculty Fellow (2024). His research focuses on computational sustainability frameworks, integrating dynamic ecological models with community-centered approaches, particularly through partnerships with Indigenous nations. He advocates for Indigenous rights in UN climate negotiations and emphasizes reciprocity and balance in environmental engineering. Charles earned his B.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (CBE) from Cornell University and his M.S. and Ph.D. in CBE from The Ohio State University. His postdoctoral work at the Newark Earthworks Center analyzed historical ties between Land Grant Universities and Indigenous dispossession. His lab collaborates on projects such as the NORDvik database in Nunavik and participatory system dynamics modeling to address food systems inequities. He advises graduate students Lesedi Kgatla, Parsa Khayatzadeh, and Ashira Mawji, along with undergraduate researchers Pranati Patnam, Peter Thais, and Jeffrey Wang. Key research themes include spatially explicit nature-based solutions, ecosystem services for public health and well-being, and re-evaluating computing’s sustainability via the Food-Energy-Water nexus. His work bridges institutional science with Indigenous knowledge systems, aiming to transform policy and practice through actionable research. Notable awards include the 2025 Community-Engaged Practice and Innovation Award for his impactful collaborations. Advising and advocacy efforts span mentoring Indigenous STEM students and advancing equity in food systems through initiatives like the Chicago convening on racism in food systems. His lab’s partnerships with Attaniuvik, Laval University, and other institutions exemplify his commitment to community-driven science. Future work involves expanding NORDvik’s consultation workshops and deepening system dynamics models that center racial equity in environmental decision-making.

Vikrant JainView profile

Professor

• River Science
• Geomorphology
• Climate Change Impacts
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Prof. Vikrant Jain is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at IIT Gandhinagar and an affiliated Professor at the Environment, City, Society (EVS) laboratory of ENS Lyon (2022-2024). His research focuses on river science, geomorphic processes, and river responses to climate change and human activities. He leads Indian efforts in a Franco-Indian CNRS project on river-aquifer interactions in the Ganga and Rhône basins. Key roles include leadership in task 1 of the IRP CNRS project and collaboration with researchers such as Hervé Piégay and Benoit Belletti. Education: BSc (Kumaun University, 1992), MTech (IIT Roorkee, 1995), PhD (IIT Kanpur, 2001). Awards include NASI Fellowship (2022) and National Geoscience Award (2018). His work spans Himalayan rivers, Australian/Canadian coastal systems, and Indian dryland rivers. Current affiliations include EVS Lyon and IITGN. Research emphasizes fluvial dynamics, landscape evolution, and sustainable stream management.

Kim BernardView profile

Professor

• Polar Zooplankton Ecology
• Marine Ecosystems
• Climate Change Impacts
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Kim Bernard is a Professor at Oregon State University (OSU), affiliated with the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS). She leads the Bernard Zooplankton Ecology Lab, focusing on how climate change and anthropogenic factors influence polar zooplankton ecology, particularly Antarctic krill. Her work integrates physical oceanography and ecological dynamics to understand ecosystem responses to environmental changes. Education: BSc(Hons), MSc, and PhD from Rhodes University, South Africa (2001–2007). Her research spans krill physiology, predator-prey interactions, and the role of physical oceanographic features in structuring marine ecosystems. She has pioneered projects like Project SWARM and collaborates on initiatives such as Polar STEAM to enhance public engagement in polar science. Key research areas include krill reproductive biology, humpback whale-krill relationships, and the impacts of climate change on Antarctic ecosystems. Her work emphasizes the importance of subsurface eddies and Lagrangian coherent structures in sustaining biological hotspots. She actively promotes interdisciplinary approaches, bridging science with education and art. Grants and projects include collaborative efforts on Antarctic krill recruitment, ecosystem-based management, and the ecological role of invasive species like Pyrosoma atlanticum. Her lab’s outreach efforts aim to broaden participation in polar research through STEAM collaborations with educators and artists.

Jennifer (Jenny) HutchingsView profile

Professor

• Sea Ice Dynamics
• Sea Ice Mechanics
• Climate Modeling
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Jennifer (Jenny) Hutchings is a Professor in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS) at Oregon State University, specializing in sea ice dynamics and mechanics through field-based validation of rheological models for climate investigations and ice forecasting. She earned her Ph.D. in Remote Sensing and B.S. in Physics from University College London, establishing foundational expertise in polar remote sensing and physical oceanography. Dr. Hutchings' research centers on Arctic sea ice deformation mechanisms, ocean-atmosphere interactions under evolving ice cover, and climate feedbacks related to mechanical property changes. Her work integrates in-situ field measurements with numerical modeling to understand declining sea ice volume, with emphasis on improving rheological representations in climate systems. She leads the Ice Watch program for standardized visual sea ice observation archiving. Current projects include discrete element modeling (Siku model), drifting buoy networks for deformation monitoring, and multi-source data synthesis to analyze Pacific Arctic sea ice changes. Her research directly addresses forecasting improvements for ice drift, thickness redistribution, and pressured ice conditions across spatial scales. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on Arctic sea ice mechanics through integrated field-model approaches. Key themes include deformation process quantification, rheological model validation, and climate feedback analysis, with significant contributions to understanding 2006-2015 Arctic sea ice anomalies and model deficiencies. The available text does not specify graduate student advising activities or research grant details, though her leadership in major field campaigns implies active mentorship and funding acquisition. Dr. Hutchings has directed or participated in critical field programs including SIPEX-II (interdisciplinary Antarctic campaign), SEDNA (Arctic aerial/surface surveys), and Ice Station Polarstern (Weddell Sea buoy deployments), generating foundational datasets for the sea ice community through international collaborations.

Babatunde AnifowoseView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Oil Spill Modeling
• Water Pollution Management
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Dr Babatunde Anifowose is an Assistant Professor at the CEES School of The Environment. He holds a PhD in Environmental Science from the University of Birmingham (2011) and advanced qualifications in Geography and Data Processing. His expertise spans Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), oil spill modeling, water pollution management, and the application of AI/ML in environmental decision-making. Education PhD in Environmental Science, University of Birmingham (2011) MSc in Geography (Transport & Remote Sensing), University of Lagos (2007) BSc in Environmental Science, University of Lagos (2005) Diploma in Data Processing (Computer Science), University of Lagos (1997) Research Interests Anifowose focuses on sustainable natural resource exploitation, decarbonization, and EIA innovations using AI/ML. His work addresses oil spill dynamics in fluvial-marine transition zones, EIA quality assessment, and socio-environmental equity in development projects. He also explores climate change mitigation strategies in energy systems. Awards & Recognition 2020 Sustainability and Stewardship Award (Oil & Gas Industry) EPSRC Peer Review College Member (2020–present) SPE Sustainable Development Technical Section Chair (2017–present) Advisory Roles & Grants Anifowose advises on water pollution and energy infrastructure projects. His grants include funding from the Nigerian Government (PTDF) and collaborations with JICA and the AfDB. He has supervised over 4 PhD students and actively engages in peer review for Elsevier journals. Labs & Collaborations He contributes to the Data Science and Engineering Analytics Technical Section and collaborates with institutions like the British Hydrological Society and the Transportation Research Board’s Hazardous Materials Committee.

Malcolm MistryView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Climate Change
• Environmental Epidemiology
• Energy Policy
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Malcolm Mistry is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Economics, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He specializes in climate change impacts, environmental epidemiology, and energy policy, focusing on sectors such as agriculture, health, and energy. His research integrates econometric methods, climate modeling, and large dataset analysis to assess climate-related risks and adaptation strategies. Education: PhD in Science and Management of Climate Change (Ca' Foscari University of Venice, 2017) MSc in Weather and Climate Modelling (University of Reading, UK, 2006) Bachelor of Information Technology (Indira Gandhi National Open University, India, 2004) Research Interests: Climate extremes and human health impacts Energy demand for adaptation (e.g., air conditioning) Climate datasets and modeling tools (e.g., R Climpact package) Policy-relevant assessments of climate change vulnerabilities Teaching: He teaches advanced courses on climate change economics, statistical computing (R/Python), and environmental epidemiology in PhD/MRes programs at Ca' Foscari and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). Awards: His work on climate spillovers in the EU received the Best Paper Award in 2021. He leads or co-leads multiple research projects funded by the EU, UK Medical Research Council, and Belmont Forum. Grants & Collaborations: Principal Investigator: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (MORDIC Project, 2022–2024) Co-Investigator: EXHAUSTION (EU H2020) and GA MR/V034162/1 (MRC) Consultant: Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre Labs & Teams: Member of the EHM Lab (LSHTM) and developer of the R Climpact package for climate extreme indices. Active in global health collaborations addressing heat-related mortality and environmental exposures.

• Remote Sensing
• Land Cover Classification
• Deep Learning
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Huiran Jin is an Associate Professor in the School of Applied Engineering and Technology at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). Her research focuses on remote sensing, land cover classification, and environmental modeling, with a strong emphasis on integrating multi-sensor data and machine learning techniques. She has secured federal grants from NSF and USGS for projects addressing riparian ecosystem dynamics and harmful algal blooms. Her work spans applications from solar image generation using GANs to geospatial education frameworks promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM. Her research interests include environmental monitoring using remote sensing technologies such as VIIRS, Landsat, and LiDAR, as well as cognitive strategies in engineering education. Notable contributions include fusion of optical/radar/LiDAR data for land cover mapping and assessing spatiotemporal variations of environmental parameters like PM2.5 and PM10 in China. Her articles reflect interdisciplinary trends in geospatial science, combining environmental data analysis with educational innovations. Recent projects highlight deep learning applications for flood monitoring and subpixel urban mapping. Jin has collaborated internationally on ecosystem dynamics and hydroclimate variability studies. Her work has been supported by grants totaling over $1M, including a 7-year NSF project (2018-2025) and a 2023 USGS-funded study on harmful algal blooms in NJ lakes. She has published extensively in journals like ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, with over 500 citations and an h-index of 11.

• Atmospheric Science
• Climate Physics
• Cloud Dynamics
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Bjorn Stevens is the Managing Director of the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology and a Professor (§17) at the University of Hamburg. He leads the Climate Physics department, focusing on understanding how atmospheric water vapor, clouds, and radiative processes shape global and regional climates. His research explores turbulent mixing, cloud microphysics, and their role in climate feedback mechanisms, with contributions to observational techniques and high-resolution climate modeling. Education: PhD in Atmospheric Science (1996, Colorado State University), M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (1990 and 1987, Iowa State University). Professional experience includes roles at UCLA, NCAR, and leadership in major initiatives like HD(CP)2 and NextGEMS. He has supervised 25 PhD students, 29 master’s students, and 30 postdocs. Research interests span climate variability, cloud organization, and interactions between clouds and large-scale circulation. Recent work emphasizes storm-resolving models, tropical convection, and radiative feedbacks. Stevens has contributed to the Nobel Prize-winning IPCC assessments and leads projects like the Earth Virtualization Engines (EVE) to advance climate simulation capabilities.

Rian MehtaView profile

Associate Professor

• Aviation Safety
• Autonomous Transportation Systems
• Aviation Management
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Rian Mehta is an Associate Professor and Associate/Assistant Dean within the College of Aeronautics at Florida Institute of Technology. With a focus on aviation research, he has contributed to areas such as airport operations, Safety Management System (SMS) implementation, and future cockpit design. He is a commercial-rated pilot and has held roles including Assistant Managing Editor for the International Journal of Aviation Sciences . His work bridges academic research with practical aviation challenges, emphasizing human factors, passenger behavior, and automation acceptance in transportation systems. Dr. Mehta’s research spans topics like flight instructor safety behaviors, consumer trust in autonomous vehicles, and factors influencing pilot training success. He has published extensively on aviation safety, passenger perceptions of autonomous air taxis and driverless ambulances, and the psychological aspects of flight students. His studies often employ predictive modeling and mediation analysis to uncover relationships between variables such as risk perception, safety climate, and technology adoption. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to aviation education and safety frameworks reflect impactful academic engagement. Dr. Mehta collaborates on interdisciplinary projects that address emerging trends in aviation and healthcare technology, including robotic dental services and mobile health app usability. His work underscores the importance of balancing technological innovation with human-centric design considerations.