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Leah JohnsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Vector-Borne Disease Dynamics
• Climate Change Impact Analysis
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Leah Johnson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), within the College of Science. Her research focuses on the intersection of statistics, biology, and mathematics, particularly in understanding how individual variability in populations influences broader ecological and epidemiological patterns. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics and Statistics and Physics, University of California Santa Cruz (2006), Dissertation: Mathematical Modeling of Cholera M.S. in Physics, University of California Santa Cruz (2003) B.S. with Honors in Physics, The College of William and Mary (2001) Research Interests: Dr. Johnson’s work centers on infectious disease epidemiology, vector-borne disease dynamics, and the impact of climate change. She employs Bayesian statistical methods and mechanistic models to study how environmental drivers, population structure, and individual behaviors shape disease transmission and persistence. Key areas include malaria, dengue, and amphibian pathogens. Recent Article Trends: Her publications emphasize the role of temperature and humidity in vector performance, the development of databases for vector traits, and ecological forecasting under climate change. Studies highlight the importance of integrating empirical data with theoretical models to address public health challenges. Awards and Honors: Early Career Fellow, Mathematical Biosciences Institute (2013) Finalist, Kings College Junior Research Fellowship (2008) College Research Associate, University of Cambridge (2006–2009) Grants and Funding: Principal Investigator: Vector Behavior in Transmission Ecology (VectorBiTE) (NIH-NSF-USDA, 2015–2020) Co-PI: Effects of Temperature on Vector-Borne Disease Transmission (NSF-NIH-USDA, 2015–2020) Labs and Teams: She leads the QED Lab, which explores quantitative methods for ecological and epidemiological systems. The lab collaborates on global initiatives like the VectorByte platform for vector trait data and climate-driven disease forecasting.

Scott LossView profile

Professor

• Global Change Ecology
• Wildlife Management
• Climate Change
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Scott Loss is a Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management at Oklahoma State University. He leads the Loss Lab, focusing on global change ecology, including climate change, invasive species, and human-wildlife interactions. His research integrates principles of conservation biology, urban ecology, and disease ecology, emphasizing birds but also studying plants and invertebrates. Education: PhD in Conservation Biology, University of Minnesota (2011) MS in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois (2007) BS in Wildlife Ecology and Management, University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point (2004) Research Interests: Loss's work addresses global change impacts such as climate change, invasive species (e.g., earthworms), and human-caused mortality (e.g., bird collisions with infrastructure). Current projects include studying tick-borne diseases in urban areas, wind energy impacts on birds, and CRP program effectiveness. His lab employs citizen science and interdisciplinary approaches. Grants & Collaborations: Funded by USDA, USGS, and others for projects on wetland conservation, CRP wildlife effects, and climate adaptation. Collaborates with institutions like the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute and University of Arizona. Labs & Teams: The Loss Lab includes postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates working on diverse projects. Notable collaborations involve wildlife disease ecology, avian migration, and urban wildlife management.

• Wildfire Impacts
• Ecosystem Biogeochemical Cycles
• Water Resources Availability
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Dr. Jia Yang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management at Oklahoma State University, part of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR). His research focuses on ecosystem responses to climate change and wildfires, employing process-based modeling and remote sensing. He holds a Ph.D. in Forestry from Auburn University (2015) and a B.S. in Biology/Applied Meteorology from China Agricultural University (2007). Research Interests: Wildfire impacts, climate adaptation, ecohydrology, geospatial modeling, and water resource dynamics. Teaching: Courses include Geospatial Technologies for Natural Resources, Ecosystem Modeling, and Natural History. Active in advising doctoral and master’s students. Grants: Includes studies on wildfire risk mapping, afforestation effects on water resources, and climate resilience in rural communities. Recent funding from NSF and state agencies. Publications: Over 80 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Ecological Indicators, Journal of Hydrology, and Global Biogeochemical Cycles, focusing on climate-fire interactions, hydrological modeling, and land-use change impacts.

• Forest Ecology
• Quantitative Ecology
• Coastal Ecology
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Lu Zhai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management at Oklahoma State University. His research focuses on enhancing plant resource sustainability under climate change through integrated approaches involving vegetation modeling, stable isotopes, and remote sensing. Zhai holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Miami (FL, USA), a Master’s in Mathematics from the University of Miami, a Master’s in Forestry from Texas A&M University, and a B.S. in Forestry from Nanjing Forestry University (China). His research interests include forest ecology, functional plant ecology, quantitative ecology, coastal ecology, and stable isotope ecology. He has led and contributed to multiple grants, including projects on avian migration modeling, drought impacts on Oklahoma forests, and alternative maple species for syrup production. Zhai teaches courses such as NREM 3123 – Forest Measurements I , NREM 5073 – Modeling Ecosystem Processes and Species Distributions , and supervises graduate and undergraduate research. His lab, the Zhai Lab, investigates climate adaptation strategies for vegetation and ecosystem resilience. Recent publications address structural diversity’s role in forest productivity under drought, tree mortality patterns, and invasive species management. Zhai collaborates on interdisciplinary projects combining mathematical modeling, field experiments, and remote sensing to address ecological challenges. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action), 15 (Life on Land), and 6 (Clean Water).

• Soil and Water Interactions
• Ecohydrology
• Woody Plant Encroachment
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Dr. Chris Zou is a Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management at Oklahoma State University, associated with the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR). His research focuses on soil-water-vegetation interactions, particularly woody plant encroachment impacts on ecological and hydrological processes in grassland-forest transition zones. He holds a PhD from the University of Canterbury (New Zealand) and completed postdoctoral training at Texas A&M University. Research interests include ecohydrological modeling, climate change effects, and sustainable land use strategies. He has secured over 26 grants since 2005, including projects on prescribed fire impacts, switchgrass production, and water resource resilience. His work bridges field studies with process-based models, emphasizing practical applications for ecosystem management. Recent studies investigate wildfire danger under climate change, trace-element dynamics from juniper encroachment, and future species distribution shifts. Collaborations span institutions like the USDA and USGS, addressing regional sustainability challenges in the Southern Great Plains.

Scott KelleyView profile

Associate Professor

• Transportation Geography
• Spatial Analysis
• Sustainable Transportation
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Scott Kelley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). His research focuses on transportation geography, particularly the spatial dimensions of emerging transportation technologies and infrastructure. Key areas include hydrogen fuel cell vehicle adoption, automated vehicle usage patterns, and sustainable transportation planning. He teaches courses such as GIS, transportation policy, and advanced cartography using Python. Education: B.S. in Geography, University of Wyoming (2006) M.A. in Geography, Arizona State University (2008) Ph.D. in Geography, Arizona State University (2015) His research emphasizes primary data collection and spatial analytics to inform sustainable transportation policies. Recent work includes studies on near-miss events in Reno-Sparks, climate change impacts on Lake Tahoe visitation, and accessibility for students with disabilities. Methodologically, he bridges geospatial analysis with interdisciplinary approaches like geodesign and ethnography. Awards & Recognition: No scientific awards explicitly listed, though his publications reflect sustained academic contribution. Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not detailed, his research projects suggest involvement in funded initiatives related to infrastructure planning and transportation equity. No advised students are listed in the provided text. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects like SCC-PG (near-miss assessment) and hydrogen infrastructure optimization initiatives in California and Connecticut.

Volker MohrholzView profile

Researcher

• Physical Oceanography
• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Estuarine Circulation
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Volker Mohrholz is a Researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW), specializing in Physical Oceanography and biogeochemical processes. His work focuses on estuarine circulation in the Baltic Sea, dynamics of water exchange, upwelling systems in the Benguela region, and turbulent processes in shelf seas. He holds a Ph.D. from Universität Rostock (1998) and a Diplom in Physics (1994), both in oceanography-related disciplines. Mohrholz leads and collaborates on major projects such as the AIR-MoPSy, MnION, and MAPUCHE initiatives, investigating topics like atmospheric impacts on positioning systems, nitrogen metabolism in river plumes, and Patagonian fjord dynamics. His research integrates observations and modeling to understand climate-driven changes in marine systems, with a particular emphasis on hypoxia, nutrient cycling, and ecosystem responses. Mohrholz has contributed to over 150 publications, including studies on Arctic Ocean dynamics, Baltic Sea hydrography, and Benguela upwelling variability. He serves as a key figure in long-term monitoring programs and international collaborations, such as the MOSAiC Arctic expedition and Benguela-Namibian ecosystem studies. Education: Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography (1998), Universität Rostock Diplom Physik (1994), Universität Rostock Research Interests: Estuarine and shelf sea dynamics, biogeochemical cycles, upwelling systems, climate impacts, turbulent mixing processes, and long-term ocean monitoring. His work bridges physical oceanography with ecosystem studies, focusing on regions like the Baltic Sea, Benguela Current, and Arctic Ocean. Key Projects: AIR-MoPSy: Atmospheric impact on positioning systems in marine environments MAPUCHE: Investigating anoxia impacts in Patagonian fjords and Chilean upwelling regions CUSCO: Coastal upwelling under climate change in Peruvian waters EVAR: Benguela system oxygen and carbon budgets under climate variability Labs/Teams: Leads the Physical Oceanography and Instrumentation department at IOW, managing long-term moorings and microstructure profiling activities. Collaborates with international teams on Arctic expeditions and African upwelling studies.

Victor PerottiView profile

Professor

• Digital business
• Digital entrepreneurship
• Web 2.0
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Victor Perotti is a Professor and Department Chair of MIS, Marketing, and Digital Business at the Saunders College of Business, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). He holds a Ph.D., MA, and MS in Cognitive and Experimental Psychology, along with a BS in Computer Science from The Ohio State University. His research focuses on digital business ecosystems, social media dynamics, and entrepreneurship in marginalized communities. Notable projects include studies on brand community engagement, disaster-impacted customer experiences, and career growth for deaf workers. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, including work on social network analysis in startups and the ethical challenges of social media in branding. Perotti teaches advanced business analytics, digital entrepreneurship, and marketing strategy courses. He leads RIT’s Department of MIS, Marketing, and Digital Business, which has seen rapid national ranking growth in the past five years. His academic innovations include a Digital Journalism Incubator grant (2013) to develop interdisciplinary education models. He also co-invented a patent for visualizing web usage patterns (2002) and has presented at global conferences like AMCIS and PDMA. His work bridges cognitive psychology, technology, and business strategy, emphasizing real-world applications in digital transformation and inclusive entrepreneurship.

Denish ShahView profile

Associate Professor

• Marketing Strategy
• Digital Technologies in Marketing
• Customer Relationship Management
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Dr. Denish Shah is the Barbara and Elmer Sunday Professor and Associate Professor of Marketing at Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business. He serves as Founding Director of the Social Media Intelligence Lab and Executive Director of the Marketing RoundTable, with a secondary appointment at the Institute for Insight. His research bridges marketing strategies with financial outcomes, digital technologies' impact on marketing practices, and social impact initiatives. Dr. Shah holds a Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut, an MBA from École nationale des ponts et chaussées (France), and a B.E. from Mumbai University. His research has been published in top journals such as the Journal of Marketing Research , Harvard Business Review , and Marketing Science . Notable achievements include the 2018 Varadarajan Award for early-career impact in marketing strategy, the 2015 MSI Young Scholar recognition, and seven teaching excellence awards. He has received multiple best paper awards, including the MSI Paul Root Award and ISMS Practice Prize. Dr. Shah advises the AMA Atlanta Executive Advisory Board and the Board of Trustees for SMILE (supporting underprivileged communities in India). His work emphasizes societal spillovers of marketing, metaverse applications, and non-profit performance optimization.

• Macro-Finance Theory
• Applied Econometrics
• Financial Economics
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Mehmed Ganic is a Full Professor of Economics at the International University of Sarajevo, specializing in Macro-Finance Theory, Applied Econometrics, and Financial Economics. With 14 years of academic experience and 11 years in the finance industry, he focuses on Eastern/Central European economies, securities market regulation, and growth-finance models. He has authored four books and numerous articles in reputable journals. His research emphasizes extending theoretical models in growth-finance, FDI dynamics, and EU integration. Notable areas include the impact of digitalization on growth, financial inclusion, and capital mobility in emerging markets. He has contributed to policy analysis on banking sector efficiency, Basel principles, and financial stability in Western Balkan economies. Publications span topics like FDI-GDP linkages, banking sector determinants, and the effects of global crises on regional economies. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics and has advised on regulatory frameworks for securities markets, with expertise in mutual funds and audit practices. His academic contributions include analyzing the Western Balkans' economic transition, EU membership implications, and the role of governance in attracting FDI. He has also explored the socio-economic challenges of emigration and labor markets in the region.

Patrick EmersonView profile

Professor

• International Development
• Labor Economics
• Industrial Organization
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Patrick Emerson is a Professor in the School of Public Policy and the Department of Applied Economics at Oregon State University. He specializes in international development, labor economics, industrial organization, and applied microeconomics. His research focuses on child labor dynamics, corruption in developing economies, and their implications for economic development. He joined OSU in 2006 after earning his Ph.D. from Cornell University in 2000. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Cornell University, 2000 Joined Oregon State University in 2006 Research Interests: Dr. Emerson’s work examines the intergenerational persistence of child labor, the economic consequences of corruption, and the impact of policy interventions. He has extensively studied how child labor affects adult earnings and the role of fiscal policy in shaping labor market outcomes in developing countries. Publications: His articles span topics like demographic aging’s impact on growth, microloans and development, and the relationship between housing costs and marriage rates. Key themes include economic policy analysis, institutional responses to demographic shifts, and the integration of theoretical and empirical approaches in development economics. Dr. Emerson’s contributions highlight the critical interplay between economic structures, policy design, and societal outcomes in fostering sustainable development.

Cullum ClarkView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Macroeconomic Policy
• Economic Geography
• Urban Economics
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J.H. Cullum Clark is an Adjunct Professor of Economics at Southern Methodist University (SMU) and Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from SMU (2017), an A.M. in Political Science from Harvard University (1993), and a B.A. in History from Yale University (1989). His research focuses on macroeconomic policy, economic geography, urban economics, and modern economic history, with recent work emphasizing housing policy and regional growth strategies. Prior to academia, Clark spent 25 years in the investment industry, including roles as President of Prothro Clark Company (2002–2018) and portfolio manager at firms like Brown Brothers Harriman and Warburg Pincus. He has served on SMU’s Investment Committee since 2008 and chairs the Tate Lecture Series Board. His volunteer leadership extends to boards of Uplift Education, the Eugene McDermott Foundation, and Yale University Art Gallery. Clark’s recent publications analyze urban housing crises, regional economic disparities, and policy solutions for sustainable growth. His work bridges economic theory with practical governance, emphasizing data-driven approaches to urban development and fiscal strategy.

Edward N. GambleView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sustainability
• Accounting Research
• Social Impact Measurement
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Edward N. Gamble is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at the Grossman School of Business, University of Vermont. He is affiliated with the Gund Institute for the Environment and holds a Chartered Professional Accountant (Canada) certification. His research focuses on reducing social, environmental, and economic inequality through sustainable accounting practices, including performance measurement, tax policy, and fraud prevention. Dr. Gamble earned a Bachelor’s from McMaster University, Master’s in Business (University College Dublin), Master’s in Taxation (Villanova University), and a Ph.D. in Accounting (Lancaster University). He has taught at Montana State University and was a research fellow at the Initiative for Regulation and Applied Economic Analysis. His research explores themes such as social impact measurement, environmental accountability, and nonprofit transparency. Notable works include studies on Dodd-Frank’s banking impacts and B Corp certification effects. He has published in journals like Journal of Business Ethics and Academy of Management Perspectives . Awards: 2018 Montana CPA Outstanding Educator of the Year Dr. Gamble’s advising and grants focus on sustainability and tax policy. He collaborates with the Gund Institute to address environmental accountability challenges in industries like skiing and community banking. His work bridges academic research with practical solutions for equitable economic systems.

Ryan L. SriverView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate Dynamics
• Earth System Modeling
• Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions
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Ryan L. Sriver is an Associate Professor in the Department of Climate, Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), with a joint appointment at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). He joined UIUC in 2012 following a NOAA Climate and Global Change postdoctoral fellowship at Penn State. Dr. Sriver holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences from Purdue University. Education: Ph.D. Earth and Atmospheric Science, Purdue University (2008) M.S. Physics, Purdue University (2003) B.S. Physics, Purdue University (2001) Research Focus: Dr. Sriver's work integrates observational data, statistical methods, and numerical models to understand climate variability, extreme weather events, and future climate projections. Key areas include: Climate dynamics and Earth system modeling Uncertainty quantification in climate risk Tropical cyclones and sea-level rise impacts Machine learning applications for climate prediction His research addresses physical drivers of climate extremes and their societal implications through multi-scale modeling approaches. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019–2025) demonstrate a strong focus on uncertainty quantification in climate projections, extreme event analysis (wildfires, floods, cyclones), and methodological innovations in downscaling and machine learning. Over 60% of recent publications address climate risk assessment methodologies. Awards: NOAA Climate and Global Change Postdoctoral Fellowship Research Leadership: Dr. Sriver leads the Climate Dynamics and Variability Group at UIUC, which develops advanced modeling frameworks to analyze climate extremes and decision-relevant risks. The group collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects spanning climate science, statistics, and impacts modeling.

Zexi WangView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Executive Compensation
• Real Effects of Financial Markets
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Prof. Zexi Wang is an Associate Professor of Finance (Senior Lecturer) at Lancaster University since 2020, following roles as Assistant Professor at Lancaster University (2019–2020) and fixed-term Assistant Professor at the University of Bern (2014–2019). He holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Zurich and Swiss Finance Institute (2010–2013), and a Master’s in Applied Mathematics from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (2005–2007). His research focuses on corporate finance, executive compensation, real effects of financial markets, and biodiversity education. His work has been published in top journals such as the Journal of Financial Economics and has received recognition like the Best Paper Award at the Western Finance Association (WFA) 2023. He has presented at leading conferences including the American Finance Association (AFA) and European Financial Management Association (EFMA). His research explores topics like stock liquidity’s impact on corporate cash holdings, the productivity effects of stock markets, and the implications of central bank policies in China. Zexi’s academic contributions span corporate governance, executive compensation dynamics, and the intersection of financial markets with broader economic factors. He has collaborated with institutions like The Ohio State University (visiting scholar in 2018 and 2016) and engages actively in policy discussions through platforms like the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance. His teaching includes advanced courses on corporate finance strategy, empirical corporate finance, and international finance. He has also contributed to policy-oriented research, such as analyzing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act’s impact on corporate payout policies and exploring the role of biodiversity bonds in financial innovation.