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• Food Safety
• Food Microbiology
• Bacteriophage Applications
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Dr. Siyun Wang Kazun is a Professor and Program Director in the Food, Nutrition and Health (FNH) department at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Land and Food Systems. She leads the Wang Lab of Molecular Food Safety, focusing on molecular approaches to combat foodborne pathogens. Her research integrates bacteriophage applications, pathogen genomics, and food safety interventions across agricultural and food-processing contexts. Research Interests: Dr. Wang's work spans food microbiology, bacteriophage efficacy, agri-food transformation, and pathogen control in diverse matrices (e.g., sprouts, poultry, dairy). Her lab employs Syst-Omics to study microbial communities affecting food safety and public health. Recent Publications: Her 2022–2024 articles emphasize bacteriophage-host dynamics, Salmonella/E. coli biocontrol, and food safety innovations. Trends include molecular mechanisms of pathogen inactivation, phage therapy optimization, and agricultural applications. Teaching: Courses include FNH 200 (Exploring Our Foods), FNH 413 (Food Safety), and FOOD 523 (Advances in Food Microbiology). Affiliations: Member of the BC Diabetes Research Network, BioProducts Institute, and Diversified Agroecosystem Cluster.

Juan Carlos Linares CalderónView profile

Professor

• Ecology
• Climate Change
• Forest Management
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Juan Carlos Linares Calderón is a Full Professor at Pablo de Olavide University in the Department of Physical, Chemical and Natural Systems. His research focuses on Mediterranean relict forests' response to climate change through multidisciplinary approaches combining dendrochronology , ecophysiology , genomics , and epigenetics . PhD in Science (2008) from University of Jaén Principal Investigator in 10+ national/international projects Research Themes Specializing in climate change impacts on forest ecosystems , Linares leads the Forests Ecology and Global Change Lab . His work spans from individual tree responses to large-scale biogeographical patterns, challenging CO 2 -induced growth paradigms and emphasizing forest management as climate modulator. Scientific Contributions Over 162 publications with 82,704 reads and 9,074 citations Highly Cited Author status (Ioannidis et al., 2020) Developed SAPFLUXNET global transpiration database Email: jclincal@upo.es

Karin BrockiView profile

Professor

• Executive Functions
• ADHD
• Child Development
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Karin Brocki is a Professor at Uppsala University's Department of Psychology, Division of Emotional Psychology. Her research focuses on executive function development, ADHD symptomology, and emotional regulation in children and adolescents. PhD in Psychology Associate Professor title Research interests include: Developmental hierarchy of executive functions ADHD risk factors and longitudinal trajectories Attachment theory and behavioral problems Neurocognitive impacts of radiotherapy Emotion regulation mechanisms Recent publications (2024-2025) examine fear extinction retention, cerebellar development, social attention deficits in ADHD, and pandemic impacts on child psychology. She collaborates extensively with researchers like Matilda Frick, Johan Kleberg, and international teams.

John AbbottView profile

Associate Professor

• Entomology
• Odonatology
• Biogeography
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Dr. John Abbott is an Associate Professor and Chief Curator at the University of Alabama Museums , where he leads the Department of Museum Research & Collections. With a PhD in Entomology from the University of North Texas (1999), his career spans academic research, conservation initiatives, and public outreach. Education: PhD (1999), MS (1998) from University of North Texas; BS (1993) from Texas A&M Academic Role: Associate Professor at University of Alabama Museums since 2016 Research Leadership: Editor-in-Chief of International Journal of Odonatology Research Focus: Specializes in Odonatology (dragonfly and damselfly studies), combining systematics , biogeography , and conservation biology with innovative citizen science approaches. Key projects include: Conservation genetics of endangered dragonflies Population dynamics of American Burying Beetle Citizen science data collection networks Field guide development (Texas and North America) Wing evolution and digitization projects Scientific Contributions: Author of 4+ field guides, with 1500+ research photos documenting global insect diversity. His work appears in journals like Freshwater Biology and Biological Invasions . Awards: Notable recognition includes the Hamilton Book Award at UT Austin for his Damselflies of Texas publication. Outreach: Active nature photographer and science communicator, maintaining platforms like OdonataCentral and PondWatch for public engagement.

Jonathan GreenView profile

Academic

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Environmental Economics
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Jonathan Green is a Senior Research Fellow at the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) at the University of York. He specializes in biodiversity conservation, sustainable supply chains, and natural capital accounting. His work focuses on tracing the impacts of consumption on biodiversity through global commodity trade chains, particularly in agricultural sectors. He co-leads SEI’s Global Strategic Policy Engagement for the Ocean and Biodiversity. Dr. Green holds a PhD in Zoology from the University of Cambridge and has held postdoctoral roles at institutions including the University of Oxford and Princeton University. His research integrates ecological and economic analyses to address biodiversity loss and sustainable development goals. Key projects include TRASE, a supply chain transparency initiative, and Contacted, which models biodiversity risks in global supply chains. He also leads the Indicators for socially-responsible consumption project, supported by N8 AgriFood funds. Dr. Green is actively involved in interdisciplinary research and policy engagement, aiming to align conservation strategies with equitable socio-economic outcomes. He has supervised multiple research projects and mentors postgraduate students in environmental science and policy.

Ryan Cecil JobsonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Energy and Extractive Resource Development
• Technology and Infrastructure
• Racial Capitalism in the Americas
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Ryan Cecil Jobson is the Neubauer Family Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of Chicago, affiliated with the Center for the Study of Race, Politics, and Culture, and the Center for Latin American Studies. His work focuses on energy and extractive resource development, technology and infrastructure, and racial capitalism in the Americas. He holds a PhD from Yale University (2017) and specializes in the Caribbean and the Americas, examining issues like climate change, sovereignty, and decolonization. Recent projects include a forthcoming book, *The Petro-state Masquerade: Oil, Sovereignty, and Power in Trinidad and Tobago* (2024), analyzing Trinidad and Tobago’s fossil fuel governance and its 'masquerade of permanence.' Jobson also works on a collection of essays on climate habitability in the Caribbean and a theoretical manuscript on anthropological methods amid climate extinction. His research critiques postcolonial state narratives, linking fossil fuels to political power while highlighting grassroots resistance. He has published widely on topics like petro-state dynamics, extractivism, and decolonial theory, with affiliations strengthening interdisciplinary engagement in race, culture, and global studies.

Robert ColauttiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Evolutionary impacts of climate change
• Ecological impacts of climate change
• Biological sciences
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Dr. Robert Colautti is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Queen’s University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Science. He holds a former position as the Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Rapid Evolution. His research focuses on evolutionary and ecological responses to climate change, particularly in invasive species. Colautti earned his PhD in Botany from the University of Toronto (2010), with previous degrees from the University of Windsor (BSc 2001, MSc 2003). Postdoctoral work included roles at Duke University, the University of British Columbia, and the University of Tübingen. His research integrates genomic, computational, and field-based methods to study rapid evolutionary changes in species under global change pressures. Key interests include the genetic and environmental bases of ecological success in novel environments, with applications to invasive species management and conservation biology. His team collaborates globally while conducting field studies at Queen’s University Biological Station (QUBS). Education: PhD in Botany (2010) – University of Toronto MSc in Biology (2003) – University of Windsor BSc (Honours) in Biology (2001) – University of Windsor Scientific awards include the prestigious Canada Research Chair (Tier 2), recognizing his contributions to understanding rapid evolutionary processes. His work bridges fundamental research with applied solutions to ecological challenges. Lab activities and collaborations emphasize field-based experimentation and genomic analysis, with projects such as the Global Garlic Mustard Field Survey. Recent studies explore climate-driven adaptation in plants and pathogens, including tick-borne diseases and SARS-CoV-2 dynamics.

• Public Mental Health
• Suicide and Self-Harm
• Psychiatric Epidemiology
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Professor Keith Lloyd serves as Head of Swansea University's School of Medicine and is a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry specializing in community psychiatry within the Department of Psychiatry. He completed his medical training before specializing in psychiatry and maintains an active clinical practice as a community psychiatrist in Swansea. Lloyd places equal emphasis on mental health as physical health in his professional approach and is deeply committed to supporting innovation in health and social care services. His research interests focus on public mental health, suicide prevention, self-harm, psychiatric epidemiology, and health informatics. He utilizes routinely collected health data to study mental health patterns and interventions across Wales. A key aspect of his work involves examining mental health disparities, patient perspectives, and the management of mental disorders in primary and community care settings. Lloyd's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on suicide prevention, mental health data linkage, and population health approaches to understanding mental illness. His work frequently involves large-scale analyses of Welsh health records to identify patterns and opportunities for intervention in mental health care. The research shows consistent emphasis on applying epidemiological methods to real-world mental health challenges. He serves as Chair of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in Wales and the Welsh Psychiatrists Association, and is a member of HAFAL's professional reference panel. Lloyd also chairs the Board of Volcano Theater Company and serves as a trustee of Heartbeat Trust UK. Previously, he led NISCHR (now Health and Care Research Wales), the Welsh Government body responsible for health and social care research policy. Lloyd is principal investigator at the National Center for Mental Health and leads the Accelerate programme, an innovative collaboration between Welsh universities and the Welsh Life Science Hub aimed at rapidly translating innovative ideas into health sector technologies and services. His commitment to mental health advocacy and research innovation has positioned him as a key figure in Welsh mental health policy and practice development.

Shawn LehmanView profile

Professor

• Evolutionary Anthropology
• Primate Ecology
• Conservation Biogeography
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Dr. Shawn Lehman is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto. His research program integrates evolutionary ecology and conservation biogeography to model primate responses to anthropogenic disturbances, focusing on lemurs in Madagascar's tropical dry forests around Ankarafantsika National Park. Specializes in primate evolutionary ecology Conservation biogeography of Madagascar and South American primates Director of the Tropical Research in Edge Effects (TREE) program Active in Madagascar since 1998 with long-term research in Guyana and Suriname Research focuses on forest loss , fragmentation , and edge effects using GIS and remote sensing. Key projects include: Ambanjabe Forest Fragment Project (42 fragments) Maririano Coastal Region Studies Perrier's Sifaka Conservation Fandriana-Marolambo Corridor Assessment Collaborates with Malagasy Institute for the Conservation of Tropical Environments (MICET). Research integrates primate behavior , plant-animal interactions , and climate change mitigation strategies. Supervises graduate students Malcolm S. Ramsay, Fernando Mercado-Malabet, and Tristan Frappier-Brinton.

• Veterinary Epidemiology
• Animal Disease Outbreaks
• African Swine Fever Dynamics
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Prof. Dr. Carola Sauter-Louis serves as Head of the Institute of Epidemiology (IfE) at the University of Rostock's Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. As a veterinarian epidemiologist with specialization in veterinary public health (Dip. ECVPH), she leads research on animal disease outbreaks and their socioeconomic implications. Veterinary Medicine Doctorate (Dr. med. vet.) Postdoctoral Degree (PD Dr.) European College of Veterinary Public Health (Dip. ECVPH) certification Her research focuses on African Swine Fever and Lumpy Skin Disease epidemiology, examining transmission dynamics in wild boar populations, environmental risk factors, and vaccine development. Recent work includes spatial analysis of outbreaks and economic impact assessments of animal disease control measures. Key publication trends show strong emphasis on: Disease seasonality and environmental drivers Epidemiological modeling of infection spread Wild boar population dynamics Cost-benefit analysis of veterinary interventions As an active participant in international science-policy conferences (ICASH, ISESSAH), she contributes to developing effective animal health surveillance systems through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Félix ForestView profile

Researcher

• Plant Evolutionary Biology
• Molecular Systematics
• Phylogenetics
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Dr Félix Forest is a plant evolutionary biologist at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, within the Kew Science division. He holds a PhD from the University of Reading (2004) and specializes in integrating phylogenetics with biodiversity conservation. His educational background includes: BSc from the University of Montréal, Canada (1995) MSc from the University of Montréal, Canada (1999) PhD from the University of Reading, UK (2004) Forest's research focuses on molecular systematics of plant families (particularly Iridaceae in South Africa's Cape region), pollination syndrome evolution, and biogeographical drivers of speciation. He pioneers conservation applications of phylogenetics, notably through the EDGE (Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered) framework for plants, having co-developed the gymnosperm EDGE list and now leading its expansion to angiosperms. His publication record (2007-2024) reveals consistent innovation in conservation phylogenetics, with high-impact studies in *Nature*, *PNAS*, and *Scientific Reports* addressing phylogenetic diversity metrics, extinction risk assessment, and evolutionary processes in biodiversity hotspots. Forest leads major initiatives including Kew's Tree of Life project, palm evolution research for the Global Tree Seed Bank, and biodiversity metrics development for the British Virgin Islands. He serves on the *Kew Bulletin* Editorial Board, as Associate Editor for the *Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society*, and as a member of the IUCN SSC Phylogenetic Diversity Task Force and Future Earth’s EvolvES network.

Leah B. ShawView profile

Associate Professor

• Mathematical Biology
• Epidemiology
• Ecological Modeling
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Leah B. Shaw is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the College of William and Mary, with an affiliate appointment in the Applied Science Department. Her research integrates applied mathematics, physics, and biology to model population dynamics in ecological and epidemiological systems. Education: BS in Physics and Mathematics, Virginia Tech MS in Mathematics, Virginia Tech PhD in Physics, Cornell University Her research focuses on the interplay between network structure, stochasticity, and population dynamics. She develops mathematical models to study epidemic spread, ecosystem resilience, and extinction risks. Key areas include adaptive networks, marine population dynamics (particularly oysters and blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay), and stochastic extinction pathways. Her methodological toolkit spans statistical mechanics, nonlinear dynamics, and computational simulations. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on epidemic modeling in complex networks, with recurring themes of adaptive behavior, multistrain interactions, and control strategies. Her work often bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications in public health and environmental conservation. She also explores fundamental questions in nonequilibrium systems and synchronization phenomena. Scientific Contributions: Developed models for epidemic control using behavioral adaptation and vaccination in networked populations. Studied bistability in oyster reef ecosystems, informing restoration strategies. Advanced theoretical understanding of stochastic extinction paths in finite populations. Mentored undergraduate researchers in mathematical biology projects. Published extensively in interdisciplinary journals such as Bulletin of Mathematical Biology , Physical Review E , and Journal of Theoretical Biology . Dr. Shaw mentors PhD students in Applied Science with interests in mathematical biology and welcomes undergraduate researchers, particularly those seeking summer fellowships. She emphasizes collaboration and interdisciplinary training. Her group investigates topics ranging from polio control using defective interfering particles to opinion dynamics and nonequilibrium traffic models, reflecting a broad yet cohesive research vision.

• Clinical Psychology
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Psychopathology
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Dirk Hermans is a Professor at the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences , KU Leuven , Belgium. He is a Clinical Psychologist and Behavior Therapist with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and experimental psychopathology. Currently, he serves as Director of the Research Unit 'Behavior, Health and Psychopathology' Director of KU Leuven's postgraduate CBT training Principal Investigator for the KU Leuven Center for Excellence (Generalization Research) Principal Investigator for KU Leuven's C1 program 'Extinction, Avoidance, Generalization' Research Interests His work centers on autobiographical memory and psychopathology and associative mechanisms of fear (extinction, generalization, avoidance). Key subfields include Exposure therapy for anxiety and related disorders Virtual reality applications in adolescent mental health Implementation science for evidence-based practices Posttraumatic stress in high-risk professions Repetitive negative thinking in emotional disorders Scientific Contributions Recent publications explore mechanisms in exposure therapy, virtual reality interventions for social anxiety in adolescents, and predictive models linking fear extinction to anxiety outcomes. His research is funded by grants such as KU Leuven Center for Excellence Hercules Foundation infrastructure grants European Meeting of Human Fear Conditioning Notable Awards Fellow, Association for Psychological Science (2010–present) Fellow, Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (2017–present)

Dan ChallenderView profile

Research Fellow

• Wildlife Conservation
• Wildlife Trade Policy
• Conservation Governance
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Dr. Dan Challender is a Senior Research Fellow at the Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science (ICCS) and the Oxford Martin Programme on Wildlife Trade at the University of Oxford. His research focuses on wildlife trade sustainability, pangolin conservation, and the effectiveness of international agreements like CITES. He leads initiatives on pangolin policy, wildlife trade governance, and capacity-building in West Africa. Additional affiliations include the IUCN SSC Pangolin Specialist Group (former Chair) and the IUCN CEESP/SSC Sustainable Use and Livelihoods Specialist Group. Education details are not explicitly provided, but his work reflects expertise in conservation science and policy. Research interests emphasize policy analysis, community engagement in conservation, and applied solutions to illegal wildlife trade. He co-edited the seminal book Pangolins: Science, Society and Conservation (2020). His recent articles analyze CITES governance, pangolin trade dynamics, and machine learning applications in tracking wildlife trade trends. Collaborative efforts include mentoring visiting researchers (e.g., Dr. Franklin T. Simo) and partnerships with organizations like the Wildlife Conservation Society. He advocates for evidence-based policy and community-centered approaches to conservation challenges. Future projects include developing IWT masterclasses for West Africa (2025–2026) and advancing pangolin conservation strategies through ICCS and global networks.

Christopher LeanView profile

Research Fellow

• Philosophy of the Life Sciences
• Bioethics
• Environmental Ethics
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Christopher Lean is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at Macquarie University, affiliated with the School of Humanities Ethics and Agency Research Centre and the ARC Centre of Excellence in Synthetic Biology under Prof. Wendy Rogers. His research focuses on the philosophy of life sciences (biology, ecology, medicine) and ethics (bioethics, environment, technology), particularly exploring the role of biotechnology in conservation science and invasive species management. Lean holds a PhD from the Australian National University (2019) in Ecological Kinds and the Units of Conservation. His work bridges philosophy and applied science, addressing ethical dilemmas in biotechnology applications, conservation strategies, and synthetic biology governance. Key research interests include explicit value trade-offs in conservation, the ethics of synthetic biology, and the implications of de-extinction. He has contributed to high-impact journals like Trends in Ecology & Evolution and Cambridge Prisms , focusing on topics such as invasive species ethics, moral hazard in biotechnology, and biodiversity preservation. Lean received the Australian Association of Philosophy Media Prize (2024) and leads the Native Yeast Biobank: A Resource for Synbio Research project (2022–present). His media engagements include expert commentary on The New York Times and ABC's The Philosophers Zone . His academic contributions span interdisciplinary collaborations, emphasizing the intersection of philosophical inquiry and scientific practice in addressing global environmental challenges.