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• English Literature
• Modern English
• Environmental Studies
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Branko Crnogorac, M.A., serves as a foreign language and skills teacher at the Faculty of Political Sciences, University of Banja Luka. He holds teaching appointments at both the Faculty of Political Sciences and the Faculty of Philology, where he teaches various English language courses including Modern English 2-4, Contemporary English literature, and English modernist literature across multiple academic programs. His research spans two primary domains: English literature with a focus on modernist works, particularly E.M. Forster's novels, and environmental studies with emphasis on water resources in the Vrbas River basin and Republika Srpska region. His scholarly output demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach, connecting literary analysis with environmental concerns and educational methodologies. Dr. Crnogorac's recent publications show a clear trajectory from environmental research toward literary scholarship, with his most recent works (2023-2024) focusing on English modernist literature. His environmental research from 2006-2016 demonstrates expertise in hydrology, water resource management, and pollution studies in the Balkan region. Currently, Dr. Crnogorac is actively involved in the national development project 'Introducing two courses related to Irish literature and culture' (2025), funded by the Irish Embassy, where he serves as part of the project team working to establish specialized Irish studies courses at the Department of Anglophone Studies.

• Climate Change
• Human Migration
• Race Studies
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Professor Andrew Baldwin is a leading scholar in the Department of Geography at Durham University, where he has been a faculty member since 2009. Previously, he held academic appointments at the University of Manchester and Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. His work bridges critical human geography, race studies, and environmental politics, with particular focus on how climate change intersects with migration, race, and colonial histories. Baldwin has held significant leadership roles including Chair of COST Action IS1101 Climate Change and Migration (2011-2015) and Co-Director of Durham's Institute for Hazard, Risk and Resilience (2013-2016). Baldwin's research examines the intersections of race, nature, and geography through three broad phenomena: climate change and human migration; mobility and the Anthropocene; and settler colonialism. His work is informed by theoretical perspectives including postcolonialism, poststructuralism, feminism, anti-racism, and Black studies. He is particularly interested in how political authority adapts to geohistorical phenomena like climate change. His influential book, The Other of Climate Change: Racial Futurism, Migration, Humanism (2022), theorizes how race and racism shape epistemological discussions about climate change and migration in international relations. His recent scholarship reveals a strong emphasis on challenging dominant narratives around climate migration, developing anti-racist approaches to environmental studies, and examining the racial dimensions of climate change discourse. Baldwin's work consistently pushes against simplistic understandings of climate migration, instead highlighting how race, colonialism, and power shape both the phenomena and our conceptual frameworks for understanding them. His recent articles engage deeply with critical race theory, decolonial approaches, and philosophical questions about time, futurity, and humanism in the context of climate change. Institute for Advanced Studies Fellowship (2014) SSHRC Council Postdoctoral Fellowship (2006-2008) SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship Scholarship (2004-2005) Baldwin currently serves as Co-investigator on the major ESRC-funded project 'Inclusive Urban Infrastructure' with colleagues from Sussex, Durham, and international partners in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Somaliland. This work builds on several previous collaborative projects including 'Migrants on the Margins,' 'Supporting the Mobility of Trapped Populations,' and 'The Unknown City.' His supervision includes PhD student Afsana Esha, reflecting his commitment to mentoring the next generation of critical geographers. Baldwin's research connects with Durham's Geographies of Life and Politics-State-Space research centers, contributing to interdisciplinary conversations about climate, race, and spatial politics.

Tehzeeb ZulfiqarView profile

Research Fellow

• Epidemiology
• Population Health
• Public Health Policy
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Dr. Tehzeeb Zulfiqar is a Research Fellow at the National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health at the Australian National University (ANU) and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Health Services Academy in Pakistan. With over 30 years of experience in public health policy and research across Pakistan and Australia, she brings extensive expertise in epidemiology, program evaluation, and health systems strengthening. Her current work focuses on the evaluation of the Australian Pathogen Genomics Program (AusPathoGen) using realist theory, examining the utility and cost-effectiveness of genomic-based public health responses and capacity transformation with emphasis on end-user acceptability. Dr. Zulfiqar's educational background includes: PhD in Public Health from the Australian National University Master of Public Health (MPH) from the Australian National University MPhil in Reproductive Physiology from Quaid-i-Azam University MSc in Community Nutrition from Allama Iqbal Open University MBBS from Army Medical College Dr. Zulfiqar's research spans genomic epidemiology, immigrant health, and environmental health challenges. Her primary focus is on genomic surveillance systems and their implementation in public health practice, particularly through her leadership in evaluating Australia's national pathogen genomics program. She has conducted extensive studies on obesity patterns, health disparities, and cultural adaptation among immigrant populations in Australia, examining intergenerational differences in body image standards and dietary practices. Her environmental health research has gained prominence following Australia's devastating bushfire seasons, where she investigated community perceptions of smoke exposure and the effectiveness of public health communication during environmental disasters. Her work demonstrates how housing conditions, individual risk perception, and public health advice interact during climate-related emergencies. Dr. Zulfiqar's publication record shows a clear trajectory toward integrating advanced genomic technologies with practical public health applications while maintaining a strong commitment to health equity. Her recent work spans from technical evaluations of genomic surveillance systems to critical examinations of public health terminology and its impact on marginalized communities, particularly regarding the problematic use of terms like 'culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD).' Dr. Zulfiqar has supervised multiple students including Hesham Al-Sharani, Russell Tolentino, and Alfi Fatima Yudani. She has been involved in numerous significant research projects, including the third-party evaluation of Pakistan's Lady Health Workers program conducted by Oxford Policy Management, UK, where she served as national lead. Her teaching experience includes Family Medicine, Public Health Nutrition, Life Style Medicine, and serving as a tutor at the ANU Medical School for 8 years. Dr. Zulfiqar is actively involved in multiple research teams, most notably as a key researcher in the Australian Pathogen Genomics Program evaluation and the Timor-Leste One Health Bacteria Enteropathy and Nutrition (BEN) Study (2023-2027). Her interdisciplinary approach bridges epidemiology, social sciences, and public health practice to address complex health challenges both in Australia and internationally.

Vahagn Roberti AglyanView profile

Associate Professor

• public policy and public management
• public policy analysis
• American studies
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Vahagn Roberti Aglyan serves as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Public Administration within the Faculty of International Relations at Yerevan State University, Armenia, a position held continuously since 2009. His institutional affiliation centers on advancing public administration education and research within post-Soviet contexts while examining Armenia's geopolitical positioning. His academic foundation includes: Postgraduate studies (1993-1998) in the Department of International Relations at Yerevan State University, earning a Certified Specialist degree Advanced postgraduate research (1998-2001) in the Department of Theory and History of International Relations at Yerevan State University under Prof. E. Zohrabyan, focusing on “The Russian Federation and regional armed conflicts in Transcaucasia (1991-1994)” Specialized training at Arizona State University’s Faculty of Public Administration (2005) Aglyan’s research traverses public policy analysis, US foreign policy frameworks, and hierarchical international systems theory, with concentrated expertise in Armenian-Russo-American triangular relations. His work critically examines policy convergence mechanisms within asymmetric power structures, post-socialist governance models, and the evolving welfare state paradigms in comparative perspective. This intellectual trajectory reflects deep engagement with both theoretical frameworks and empirical regional dynamics. Analysis of his 15 publications (2015-2025) reveals persistent thematic threads: structural power dynamics in Russia-Armenia relations, US strategic recalibrations in Eurasia, and public administration challenges in post-conflict societies. His scholarship demonstrates methodological versatility across English, Russian, and Armenian academic discourses, with increasing attention to contemporary governance dilemmas like universal basic income implementation and networked policy design. Professional activities include participation in international conferences such as the 2022 YSU symposium “Armenia, the United States, and Regional Transformations in Eurasia,” though no doctoral advisees or major research grants are documented. His departmental leadership role suggests primary research execution within Yerevan State University’s institutional framework without dedicated lab structures.

• Infrastructure Economics
• Construction Finance
• Climate Change Economics
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D'Maris Coffman is a Professor in Economics and Finance of the Built Environment at the Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, University College London (UCL). She serves as Vice Dean for Innovation & Enterprise and has held leadership roles including Director (Head of Department) of BSSC from 2017-2023. She is Editor-in-Chief of Structural Change and Economic Dynamics , contributes to editorial boards of journals like The Journal of Cleaner Production , and holds visiting appointments at Tsinghua University, the University of Milan, and Beijing Institute of Technology. PhD in Economics (University of Pennsylvania, 2008) MA in Economics (University of Pennsylvania, 2004) MA in History (University of Cambridge, 2011) BSc in Economics (University of Pennsylvania, 1999) Her research bridges economic history, infrastructure economics, and climate change mitigation, with a focus on: Measuring welfare impacts of infrastructure investment Financial tools for decarbonization (carbon trading, CDR futures) Regional carbon emissions in China and Zambia Supply chain dynamics during crises (e.g., Great Fire of London, COVID-19) Construction industry challenges (trade credit reliance, rare earth supply) Urban sustainability through bike-sharing systems Recent publications analyze historical financial systems, urban carbon patterns in China, and climate-resilient infrastructure. Her work has been cited over 1,000 times, with notable impact on Nature Sustainability (378 citations) and Nature Human Behaviour (683 citations). Scientific distinctions include Fellowships with the Royal Geographical Society (2022), Academy of Social Sciences (2023), and Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei (2023). She has held editorial leadership roles since 2016. As a mentor, she has guided PhD students in topics ranging from colonial Indian railways to energy policy in Zambia. Graduates now hold roles at Oxford, LSE, UCL, and the Tony Blair Institute. She currently supervises four research students and an incoming scholar on Kenyan public sector capabilities.

• Preschool Education
• Child Development
• Early Childhood Education
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Muhammed KÖSTEKÇİ serves as a full-time Lecturer in the Department of Child Development within the Faculty of Health Sciences at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University since 2021. His academic trajectory includes multiple advanced degrees in education and law, reflecting interdisciplinary expertise bridging child development with legal frameworks. Educational Background: Master's Degree in Preschool Education (Thesis), Aksaray University (2021-2023) Associate Degree in Law, Anadolu University (2019-2022) Master's Degree in Lifelong Learning and Adult Education (Thesis), Bartın University (2017-2019) Bachelor's Degree in Basic Education, Adnan Menderes University (2010-2014) His research focuses on preschool education, child development, and psychosocial trauma interventions, particularly examining earthquake-affected children and poverty impacts. Recent publications demonstrate strong engagement with contemporary challenges including AI-assisted developmental monitoring and social media addiction among education students. His 2025 publications reveal expanding scope into multidimensional social risks affecting childhood development. As a TÜBİTAK 4007 project participant (2023), he contributed to disaster region initiatives while maintaining active roles in curriculum development committees and administrative leadership positions including Department Head (2018-2021) and Research Application Center Deputy Director (2020-2021, 2025-present).

Mansi NagpalView profile

Researcher

• Climate change adaptation and mitigation
• Agricultural economics
• Sustainable development
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Mansi Nagpal is a doctoral researcher at the Department of Economics within the Research Unit Environment and Society at Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ in Leipzig, Germany. She is part of the Graduate School AGRI-TRANSFORM since 2020 and contributes to projects focused on climate change adaptation in agriculture. Education : M.Sc. in Sustainability Management (2017-2020), University of Leipzig M.A. in Agribusiness Economics (2013-2015), Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, India B.A. in Economics (2009-2012), University of Delhi Research interests include climate change adaptation and mitigation , agricultural economics , sustainable development , and agent-based modeling . She specializes in analyzing drought impacts on agriculture, irrigation demand under climate change, and economic responses to extreme weather events. Recent publications focus on hydro-economic modeling of drought resilience, crop adaptation to climate variability, and stakeholder perceptions of sustainable agriculture in Germany. Her work employs computational models to project future water demand and assess biophysical-economic impacts of droughts. Projects include her doctoral research on Future drought impacts on German agriculture , participation in the FUSE: Food-Water-Energy for Sustainable Urban Environments project, and contributions to stakeholder-driven sustainability assessments in the Thirsty Cities PhD college.

• Conservation Biology
• Ecology
• Ornithology
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Martina Carrete is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical, Chemical and Natural Systems at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, while also maintaining an active research position at CSIC (Spanish National Research Council) in Conservation Biology. Her academic career spans over two decades since earning her doctorate from Universidad de Murcia in 2002 with a thesis focused on eagle conservation in Mediterranean environments. Universidad Pablo de Olavide: Faculty member in Ecology CSIC: Post-Doctoral Researcher in Conservation Biology Research Group: ORGSIS Organismos y Sistemas Former Affiliation: ESTRUCTURA Y FUNCIÓN EN ECOSIS Carrete's research focuses on conservation ecology, particularly avian species with emphasis on scavengers and invasive birds. Her work spans multiple critical areas including vulture conservation, parrot ecology, invasive species management, and human-wildlife conflict resolution. She has made significant contributions to understanding population dynamics, species reintroduction strategies, and the ecological impacts of human activities on bird populations. Her publication record demonstrates consistent research output across high-impact journals, with recent work examining transcontinental migration patterns, pharmaceutical contamination in scavengers, and the hidden dimensions of wildlife poaching. Carrete's research often combines field observations with advanced analytical techniques to address pressing conservation challenges. Conservation Biology: Vulture population management, reintroduction strategies Ornithology: Raptor ecology, parrot behavior, urban adaptation Human Dimensions: Wildlife trade, human-wildlife conflict, policy implications Dr. Carrete has contributed significantly to understanding the ecological services provided by scavengers and the consequences when these are disrupted by human policies. Her work on the greenhouse gas emissions resulting from replacing natural carcass removal by vultures with mechanical processing has provided important evidence for conservation policy.

Farzaneh TahmoorianView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Asphalt mix design
• Pavement engineering
• Road and transport engineering
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Dr. Farzaneh Tahmoorian is a Senior Lecturer in Civil Transport at the School of Engineering and Technology, Central Queensland University (CQU). She has been with CQU since 2015, progressing from Sessional Lecturer to Lecturer (2018-2022) and now Senior Lecturer (2022-present). Dr. Tahmoorian leads the Civil Engineering and Built Environment Research Group (CEBERG) and has established and manages the CQU Pavement Lab in Mackay, equipped with comprehensive testing facilities for asphalt mix, bitumen, and other pavement materials. Dr. Tahmoorian's educational background includes: PhD in "Application of Waste Materials in Flexible Pavements" from Western Sydney University (2015-2018) M.Eng from the University of Technology Sydney (2013-2015) B.Sc. from International University of Qazvin, Iran (1996-2001) Prior to academia, she worked as a site engineer and project manager in construction projects, bringing practical industry experience to her research and teaching. As an expert in road and pavement materials, Dr. Tahmoorian's research spans asphalt mix design, binder modification, concrete pavement, ground improvement techniques, and sustainability in construction. Her work focuses on utilizing waste materials in asphalt mixes, demonstrating a 6% reduction in bitumen consumption while enhancing durability and performance. She has published over 25 peer-reviewed papers and received $80,000 in CAT-3 industry funding and $130,000 in university funding for pavement research. Dr. Tahmoorian's publication record reveals a strong trend toward circular economy applications in construction, with emphasis on waste material recycling in asphalt production, life cycle assessment of sustainable methods, and innovative modular pavement systems. Her research bridges material science with practical engineering, addressing both performance requirements and environmental considerations in infrastructure development. Her editorial contributions include: Editor-in-Chief of the Australian Journal of Modernity in Road and Pavement Engineering Editor for the Journal of Engineering Solid Mechanics Editor of the book "Sandy materials in civil engineering: Usage and management" As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Tahmoorian supervises multiple research students, serving as Principal Supervisor for a Master of Research project on modular prefabricated pavement lifecycle costs and Associate Supervisor for projects on construction processes, disaster risk management, and railway ballast stabilization. She has also developed field testing facilities at Mackay Ooralea Campus for transitioning research from laboratory to field conditions with time-based performance monitoring.

Lesley De CruzView profile

Research Fellow

• Climate Modeling
• Regional Climate Downscaling
• AI for Environmental Systems
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Lesley De Cruz is a Research Fellow at Vrije Universiteit Brussel's Electronics and Informatics department within the School of Electronics and Computer Science, with concurrent research affiliation at the Royal Meteorological Institute of Belgium since 2012. Current projects include climate-resilient urban modeling through BRGEOZ464 and flood prediction systems under FWOAL1127. Research focuses on AI-driven climate modeling with expertise in nonlinear dimension reduction (DIRESA framework), urban climate resilience, and renewable energy meteorology. Key methodologies integrate deep learning with environmental physics for applications including real-time flood prediction offshore wind farm optimization LEGO-based urban climate prototyping regional climate downscaling Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong trends in geospatial AI for environmental systems, with 64% focusing on climate change impact analysis, 54% on urban applications, and 51% on control measure development. The DIRESA framework represents a significant contribution to nonlinear dimension reduction in climate informatics. Awards include: Matìère Grise Science Communication Trophy (2024) Major media recognition for breakthrough rainfall prediction model (2021) Supervises multiple PhD candidates and leads public engagement initiatives including CurieuCity and Dag Van de Wetenschap. Current grants total 12 active projects (2021-2029) with €2.8M+ funding, primarily focused on climate adaptation and sustainable technology development. Labs and teams include the Climate Informatics Group at VUB and collaborative networks with Ghent University and the Flemish Institute for Carbon-Aware Technologies.

James KaihatuView profile

Professor

• Ocean wave propagation and statistics
• Nearshore nonlinear wave dynamics and modeling
• Breaking wave modeling and statistics
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James Kaihatu is a Professor in the Civil & Environmental Engineering department at Texas A&M University's College of Engineering, serving as Division Head of Environmental, Water Resources, & Coastal Engineering. His research focuses on surface wave dynamics, tsunami inundation, contaminant transport, and coastal flooding impacts. Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Delaware (1994) M.S., Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1987) B.S., Civil Engineering, California State Polytechnic University (1986) His work spans computational modeling, laboratory experiments (NHERI Directional Wave Basin, Oregon State University), and field studies post-hurricanes (Ike, Michael, Dorian, Ian). Funded by NSF, ONR, NOAA, and EPA, he explores data assimilation techniques for bathymetry inversion and environmental monitoring. Current projects include Galveston Bay wetland erosion analysis and post-disaster field surveys in hurricane-affected regions.

Adam Millard-BallView profile

Professor

• Transportation Planning
• Urban Sprawl
• Climate Change Mitigation
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Adam Millard-Ball is Professor of Urban Planning at the UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs, where he conducts research at the intersection of transportation systems, environmental sustainability, and urban data science. Trained in economics, geography, and urban planning, he employs geospatial analysis, econometric modeling, and qualitative methods to evaluate transportation and land-use policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. His research spans street-network sprawl measurement, parking policy reform, active transportation infrastructure, and climate action planning. Key methodological approaches include large-scale geospatial data analysis, network connectivity metrics, and community-engaged research frameworks. His work consistently addresses equity dimensions in urban environmental policy, examining how transportation and land-use decisions disproportionately impact vulnerable populations. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Quantifying urban form through street-network sprawl metrics at global scales, (2) Evaluating active transportation infrastructure for health and climate co-benefits, and (3) Developing equity-centered frameworks for climate adaptation planning. His recent work demonstrates increasing integration of community-based participatory methods with computational urban analytics.

Marcia G. OryView profile

Professor

• Aging and Health Promotion
• Chronic Disease Management
• Evidence-based Prevention Research
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Marcia G. Ory is a Regents & Distinguished Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at Texas A&M University, driving transformative research in aging, chronic disease management, and implementation science. Her work bridges public health theory with community-based interventions to improve health outcomes for vulnerable populations, particularly older adults and caregivers. Education: BA in Sociology/Psychology, University of Texas at Austin MA in Sociology/Human Development, Indiana University Bloomington PhD in Family Studies (Sociology)/Human Development, Purdue University MPH in Chronic Disease Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Research Focus: Dr. Ory pioneers evidence-based approaches to aging and health promotion, with groundbreaking work in dementia caregiving, diabetes self-management, and opioid crisis response. Her signature integration of health technology empowers patients through digital platforms like GamePlan4Care, while her implementation science expertise translates research into real-world community programs. She champions health equity through rural-focused initiatives addressing disparities in chronic disease management and access to care. Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2025) reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) Digital health innovations for dementia caregivers and diabetes management; (2) Multi-ancestry genomic analyses of Alzheimer’s risk; (3) Policy-focused studies on opioid surveillance and transportation equity. Her research consistently leverages large-scale data (commercial insurance, national surveys) to expose urban-rural disparities while developing scalable interventions for vulnerable aging populations. Awards & Recognition: Fellow of four national academies (Behavioral Medicine Research, Health Behavior, Gerontology, Behavioral Medicine) World’s Top 2% Scientist (Stanford 2021-2023), Top 1000 Social Sciences Researcher (Research.com) APHA Philip G. Weiler Lifetime Achievement Award, Healthcare Leadership Council Redefining American Healthcare Award Distinguished Alumna/Scholar (Purdue), Distinguished Mentor (Gerontological Society) Mentoring & Leadership: As a nationally recognized mentor (TAMU Women’s Faculty Network Award), she cultivates next-generation researchers through doctoral seminars in implementation science. Her federally funded grants consistently emphasize community engagement, translating findings into evidence-based programs like the LIVE WELL Initiative that serve 50,000+ older adults annually. She directs major NIH-supported dementia caregiving studies while advising federal agencies on aging policy. Research Ecosystem: Dr. Ory leads the Center for Community Health and Aging, coordinating interdisciplinary teams across public health, gerontology, and data science. Her collaborations span the Texas A&M System, Johns Hopkins, and international partners in Ukraine and Australia, with recent projects developing virtual reality interventions for depression and autonomous vehicle interfaces for cognitively impaired older adults.

Caroline Margaux GevaertView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
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Caroline Margaux Gevaert serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Geo-information Processing at the University of Twente's Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC), while also holding an appointment at the Digital Society Institute. Her academic career spans geospatial information systems, remote sensing, and the ethical applications of AI in geographical contexts. Dr. Gevaert earned her PhD in Informal Settlement Mapping with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles from the Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) in 2018, following Master's degrees in Geospatial Information Systems from Lund University (2014) and Remote Sensing from Universitat de Valencia (2013), and a Bachelor's in International Land and Water Management from Wageningen University & Research (2011). Her research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence and geospatial science, with particular emphasis on ethical dimensions of AI, algorithmic fairness in geo-intelligence workflows, and applications of machine learning for environmental monitoring. She has developed expertise in UAV applications for informal settlement mapping and flood vulnerability assessment, bridging technical innovation with societal impact. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward addressing ethical challenges in geospatial AI, with increasing focus on algorithmic fairness, explainable AI systems, and accountability frameworks. Her work demonstrates a consistent evolution from technical remote sensing applications toward socio-technical systems that consider both technological capabilities and societal implications. PhD Cum Laude (2018) Professor J.M. Tienstra Onderzoeksprijs 2020 Student Paper Competition Finalist (2017) Dr. Gevaert serves as Chair of De Jonge Akademie (2022-2027) and the International Society for Digital Earth (ISDE), while participating in the Frontier Technology Livestreaming Programme. Her external engagement includes consultancy for the World Bank and presentations on accountability in digital humanitarianism, demonstrating her commitment to applying geospatial intelligence for global development challenges. Her research activities center around geo-intelligence workflows, with particular focus on developing accountable and fair AI systems for spatial analysis. Current projects investigate causality frameworks for bias detection in flood vulnerability assessments and explainable workflows for ecological monitoring, positioning her at the forefront of ethical geospatial AI research.

Elise PizziView profile

Associate Professor

• Public Goods Provision
• Natural Resources Governance
• Civil Conflict
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Elise Pizzi is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Iowa, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. She holds a PhD from the University of Colorado Boulder (2015) and focuses on public goods provision in developing countries, particularly the local politics of drinking water in rural China. Her research also explores ethnic identity, natural resource governance, and civil conflict. She has received prestigious grants including the Fulbright and FLAS awards. Her research interests include analyzing how geographic conditions and ethnic identity influence policy outcomes, with recent work on disaster response in Peru and Syria/Turkey, migration under China’s hukou system, and climate adaptation strategies in the US. She has published widely on topics ranging from conflict dynamics to policy diffusion during global crises like the pandemic. Elise’s awards reflect her commitment to interdisciplinary research, particularly in understudied regions. Her work bridges comparative politics with policy analysis, emphasizing practical implications for governance in resource-scarce environments. She has contributed to debates on how institutions shape migration decisions and disaster recovery effectiveness. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of Colorado Boulder, 2015 Key Research Themes: Natural disaster policy responses and conflict links Ethnic identity’s role in political participation Climate adaptation strategies in rural areas Grants & Awards: Fulbright Grant Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Grants Her recent publications highlight cross-regional analysis, from Peruvian disaster governance to labor migration in China, demonstrating a global comparative perspective. Elise’s work often integrates spatial analysis and institutional theory to explain disparities in public service delivery and conflict dynamics.