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Robert BrenerView profile

Associate Professor

• Food Science
• Sustainability
• International Cuisines
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Robert Brener is an Associate Professor at Johnson & Wales University (JWU) in the College of Food Innovation and Technology, Charlotte campus, since 2004. A classically trained chef with global experience in Germany and Ireland, he bridges culinary expertise with HACCP system solutions and campus sustainability leadership. His academic credentials include: M.A.F. in Foodstyling from University of Central Lancashire B.S. in Food Service Management from Johnson & Wales University A.A.S. in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University Brener's research integrates food science with environmental stewardship, emphasizing organic/local foods education and waste-reduction systems. His campus-wide composting program diverts thousands of pounds of food waste annually into usable compost for gardens, reflecting his commitment to practical sustainability solutions in culinary operations. His professional recognition includes: Keep NC Beautiful Award (Nonprofit category) As a Certified Campus Sustainability Leader (University of Vermont) and holder of multiple food safety certifications (NRFSP, American Hotel & Lodging Association), Brener drives institutional change through applied projects rather than theoretical research. His work with campus gardens and composting systems demonstrates hands-on environmental leadership across all JWU campuses.

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Soil Science
• Cover Cropping
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Dr. Gary Clark is a Lecturer in Teaching & Research at La Trobe University's Department of Ecological Plant and Animal Sciences. His work focuses on sustainable soil management for agricultural resilience, particularly addressing constraints in Australian soils through biological methods like multi-species pastures, cover crops, and organic amendments. Education BSc(Hons) from La Trobe University M Agriculture from the University of Melbourne PhD from La Trobe University Graduate Diploma in Higher Education from La Trobe University Research Focus Clark's research explores soil health improvement via biological interventions, including: Sustainable agricultural practices for climate resilience Soil structure enhancement through plant-based solutions Organic amendment efficacy in constrained soils Ecosystem responses to fire and land management His publications demonstrate consistent focus on soil-plant-microbe interactions across diverse ecosystems. Professional Activities President of Soil Science Australia - Victorian Branch (since 2022) Teaching & Supervision He coordinates courses including AGR2ILS (Introduction to Land and Soil), AGR3LS (Land and Soil Management), and AGR2WIL (Work Integrated Learning). Available for Masters/PhD supervision and industry collaborations. Funded Research Next-generation weed management (2025-2030) Maize Field Trial with AgBioEn Pty Ltd (2020-2023)

• Food Science
• Nanotechnology
• Polymer Science
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Victor de Souza serves as a Research Fellow at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) within the Food Processing Group (Pastrana Research Group) since 2021. His work focuses on developing sustainable food packaging solutions through advanced material science. His academic credentials include: Diploma in Food Engineering (2008), Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil Master's in Food Science and Technology (2014), Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil PhD in Food Quality (2018), NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal Dr. de Souza specializes in bio-based film development using renewable biopolymers and nanotechnology to enhance food preservation. His research integrates materials engineering with food science to create edible coatings and active packaging systems that significantly extend shelf life while reducing environmental impact. Key innovations involve nanocellulose reinforcement, natural antioxidant incorporation, and smart sensor integration for real-time quality monitoring. Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus spanning food science, polymer chemistry, and nanotechnology. His work consistently addresses sustainability challenges through biodegradable material design, with recurring themes in natural extract utilization, biodegradability assessment methodologies, and functional packaging applications across food, biomedical, and pharmaceutical sectors. His scientific recognition includes: Stanford University World's Top 2% Scientists List (2023) While the provided text doesn't specify current advisees, Dr. de Souza previously contributed to the ERANETMED project developing byproduct applications for Opuntia spp. His research has generated over 30 SCI-indexed publications and 8 book chapters, achieving a Scopus h-index of 21. As a core member of INL's Food Processing Group, he advances nanotechnology applications in food systems through collaborative research on bio-based materials, with ongoing work focused on improving mechanical properties and functional performance of sustainable packaging solutions.

Solveig GadeView profile

Associate Professor

• Theatre and Performance Studies
• Contemporary Theatre
• Dramaturgy
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Solveig Gade is an Associate Professor in Theatre and Performance Studies at the Department of Arts and Cultural Studies, University of Copenhagen. Her research interrogates the intersections of performance with urgent global crises, particularly through documentary practices in war contexts and ecological emergencies. She maintains dual expertise as both an academic researcher and active dramaturge in Copenhagen's leading theatres. Her research interests center on new dramaturgical paradigms that challenge conventional representations of conflict and climate collapse. Gade examines how artists navigate the tension between documentary evidence and imaginative world-making, with particular focus on war aesthetics, archival interventions, and care practices in crisis. Her work bridges performance theory with political philosophy, emphasizing how theatrical forms can reconfigure public perception of intractable conflicts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent engagement with three interconnected trajectories: 1) War documentation through artistic lenses (evident in her book on documentary art and conflict), 2) Climate crisis dramaturgies exploring geological time scales and nonhuman agents, and 3) Care ethics in collaborative performance practices. These threads converge in her current Velux-funded project "Oikos: Care and Crisis in the 21st Century". Scientific awards received: Routledge Prize for best PhD paper (2008) Teacher of the Year at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen (2016) Statens Kunstfond prize for dramaturgical work (2018) Statens Kunstfond prize for dramaturgical work (2019) Her advising extends beyond academia through dramaturgical mentorship at the Betty Nansen Theatre and Royal Danish Theatre, where she has guided productions by major Scandinavian artists. Significant research grants include multiple Velux Foundation awards for collective projects examining war aesthetics and care economies. Current teaching encompasses BA-level Theatre History and Complex Dramaturgy, and MA-level Research Practices in Performance Studies. Gade operates at the nexus of academic research and theatrical practice through her artistic board position at Betty Nansen Theatre and collaborations with the Center for Spatial Art. Her work manifests in both scholarly publications and embodied performance interventions, demonstrating how theoretical frameworks inform live artistic creation.