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Amanda MaycockView profile

Professor

• Climate Dynamics
• Atmospheric Science
• Climate Modelling
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Amanda Maycock is Professor in Climate Dynamics at the University of Leeds' School of Earth and Environment, where she directs the Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science (ICAS). She holds an MPhys from Manchester (2006), MSc (2008) and PhD (2012) in Atmosphere, Oceans and Climate from Reading. Her research specializes in climate dynamics, atmospheric circulation, stratosphere-troposphere interactions, and radiative transfer, with ongoing projects including ExtAnt, TWISTA, and the Leverhulme Prize-funded climate dynamics initiative. Research interests span: Climate variability and change mechanisms Atmospheric teleconnections and jet stream dynamics Stratospheric impacts on surface climate Chemistry-climate feedbacks including ozone layer interactions Radiative transfer modelling and climate projections Her recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate strong focus on: Arctic-midlatitude climate linkages and jet stream behavior ENSO teleconnections and hydrological extremes Polar vortex influences on European storminess Climate mitigation impacts on stratospheric temperature Renewable energy-climate interactions Scientific honors include: Philip Leverhulme Prize (2018) Arne Richter Award for Early Career Researchers (2019) STAC Outstanding Early Career Award (2022) water@leeds Water Woman Award (2023) NERC Independent Research Fellowship (2015-2020) She leads 12 PhD students including projects on atmospheric rivers, ENSO dynamics, and jet stream extremes, supported by NERC, EPSRC, and Met Office collaborations. Current grants include £5M+ from Horizon Europe, Wellcome Trust, and UKRI for projects examining Antarctic extremes (ExtAnt), stratospheric aerosols (TWISTA), and sustainable aviation (JetZero). Directs ICAS research group with 4 postdoctoral researchers and coordinates the NERC PANORAMA DTP Atmosphere Theme. Contributes to IPCC assessments and co-chairs WCRP/SPARC initiatives on atmospheric temperature changes.

Zhi LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Hydrological Modeling
• Flood Prediction
• Drought Monitoring
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Zhi Li is an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder's College of Engineering and Applied Science, Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering. He leads the newly established Flood Lab, focusing on flood prediction and monitoring through remote sensing and coupled hydrologic-hydraulic models. Joined CU Boulder in Fall 2025 Former Dean's Postdoc Fellow at Stanford University PhD in Civil Engineering & Environmental Science from University of Oklahoma (2022) His research spans hydrological modeling , extreme events , and AI4Science applications, particularly in deep learning and intelligent agents for flood risk assessment. Li’s work also connects floods with public health and economic systems , aiming to develop the Flood-Agriculture-Climate-Economics-Disease (FACED) framework. Key Themes: High-resolution flood modeling Climate change impacts on hydro-meteorology Remote sensing integration Flood-agriculture interdependencies Global health implications Scientific Awards: Dean's Postdoc Fellow, Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability (2023) Hoving Fellowship, University of Oklahoma (2019) Li’s recent publications emphasize improved precipitation estimation (IMERG V07), Brown Ocean Effect studies, and Fourier neural operators for rapid flood forecasting. His collaborative work with NOAA and NASA focuses on comparing ground-based and spaceborne radar systems for extreme event analysis.

• Climate variability
• Palaeoclimatology
• Hydrology
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Dr. Danielle Verdon-Kidd is an Associate Professor in Earth Sciences at the University of Newcastle, specializing in climate variability and extreme event analysis. Her research integrates palaeoclimatology, hydrology, and climatology to understand and mitigate climate-driven risks. She has held roles in the School of Environmental and Life Sciences since 2003, after completing her PhD in Civil Surveying & Environmental Engineering and Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Eng) at the University of Newcastle. Education: PhD (Civil Surveying & Environmental Engineering), University of Newcastle Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Eng), University of Newcastle Research Interests: Her work focuses on climate extremes (droughts, bushfires, tropical cyclones), palaeoclimate reconstructions, and interdisciplinary approaches to risk assessment. She emphasizes leveraging long-term data (e.g., tree rings, coral records) to inform water management, infrastructure planning, and community resilience. Key projects include collaborations with governments and industries to develop tools like CoastAdapt for coastal risk management. Publications & Awards: Over 100+ publications, including peer-reviewed journal articles and conference contributions. Notable awards include the Women in Research Fellowship (2018) and Envisage Program mentorship (2019). Advising & Partnerships: Supervises undergraduate and graduate students, fostering the next generation of climate researchers. Collaborates with federal/state agencies (e.g., NSW Department of Planning), water authorities, and international partners (e.g., University of Melbourne, Hydro Tasmania) to bridge scientific research and practical applications. Labs & Teams: Leads projects in palaeoclimate reconstruction, stochastic modeling, and climate adaptation. Active in interdisciplinary teams addressing climate change impacts on agriculture, biodiversity, and urban planning.

• Reactive flow and transport modeling
• Geochemical processes
• Groundwater dynamics
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Martin Andersen is an Associate Professor with the Water Research Laboratory and School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). His research focuses on hydrogeology, groundwater dynamics, and surface water-groundwater interactions, with particular emphasis on coastal zone processes and reactive flow and transport modeling. Dr. Andersen's research interests span several critical areas in hydrogeology and environmental science. His work on reactive flow and transport modeling examines how chemical reactions affect water movement through geological formations. He investigates geochemical processes and groundwater dynamics in coastal zones, which is crucial for understanding saltwater intrusion and managing coastal aquifers. His research on surface water-groundwater interactions helps inform sustainable water resource management, particularly in Australia's diverse hydrological environments. Andersen has made significant contributions to understanding how climate variability affects groundwater recharge processes and the implications for water security in arid and semi-arid regions. Analysis of Dr. Andersen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on understanding complex hydrological systems through innovative methodologies. His work spans multiple disciplines including hydrogeology, climate science, biogeochemistry, and computational modeling. A key trend in his research is the investigation of groundwater dynamics in various environmental contexts - from arid zone aquifers to coastal wetlands and fractured rock systems. He employs diverse approaches including field monitoring networks, laboratory experiments, statistical modeling, and paleoclimate reconstructions to address pressing water resource challenges. His research has significant implications for sustainable groundwater management, climate adaptation strategies, and ecosystem conservation. Dr. Andersen is actively involved in several research teams and laboratories. As an Associate Director in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UNSW, he contributes to the Water Research Laboratory's mission of advancing water science and engineering. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations across hydrology, geology, environmental science, and climate research. Through his leadership in establishing monitoring networks and conducting field experiments, he has helped build valuable infrastructure for ongoing water research in Australia.

Steven FeldsteinView profile

Research Professor

• Atmospheric Dynamics
• Climate Dynamics
• Teleconnections
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Steven Feldstein serves as a Research Professor in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science at Penn State University, where his office is located in 516 Walker Building, University Park. His research program centers on atmospheric and climate dynamics with specialized focus on earth rotation effects, low-frequency variability, and teleconnection mechanisms, contributing significantly to understanding global climate patterns through rigorous observational and modeling approaches. Feldstein's research spans critical areas including North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) dynamics, Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) teleconnections, Rossby wave propagation, and Arctic amplification processes. He investigates how phenomena like sea ice decline, atmospheric blocking, and latent heating modulate climate variability across tropical, midlatitude, and polar regions. His work particularly examines physical mechanisms driving surface temperature anomalies, extreme precipitation events, and energy transport processes, with emphasis on both short-term weather impacts and long-term climate change implications. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2018-2022) reveals consistent thematic focus on Arctic-midlatitude interactions and oscillation patterns. Key trends include decomposition of NAO temperature anomalies, quantification of moist static energy transport in reanalyses, and examination of Arctic sea ice decline impacts on atmospheric circulation. His research increasingly addresses climate change ramifications through studies of longwave radiation trends and Arctic amplification mechanisms, employing advanced techniques in wave decomposition and radiation budget analysis. No scientific awards or honors are documented in the provided institutional profile. While the profile does not specify graduate student mentorship activities or research grants, Feldstein's extensive collaborative publication record (including multi-institutional teams with researchers like Justin Clark and Sukyoung Lee) indicates active engagement in funded research projects addressing high-priority climate science questions. His work appears consistently in top-tier journals including Geophysical Research Letters and Journal of Climate , demonstrating sustained research productivity.

Geeta PersadView profile

Assistant Professor

• Climate Science
• Aerosol-Climate Interactions
• Climate Modeling
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Geeta Persad is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin. She leads the Persad Aero-Climate Lab, focusing on global climate modeling to understand aerosol impacts on climate change and societal systems. Her work examines how aerosol emissions influence regional climate variability, extreme weather events, and water resource management in the U.S. and globally. Research emphasizes aerosol radiative forcing effects on heatwaves, hydroclimate extremes, and land-atmosphere interactions. Key interests include quantifying the spatial distribution of aerosol impacts and developing climate models to support decision-making for water management and policy. Recent publications (2023-2025) highlight studies on aerosol-driven climate responses, shipping emission reductions, and regional climate model downscaling for hazard assessment. The lab collaborates on interdisciplinary projects linking climate physics to human systems, including the Regional Aerosol Model Intercomparison Project (RAMIP). Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the provided materials. Persad advises the Persad Aero-Climate Lab team, focusing on training early-career scientists in climate modeling and policy analysis.

Kristen L. RasmussenView profile

Associate Professor

• Convective Storms
• Cloud-Climate Interactions
• Mesoscale Meteorology
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Kristen L. Rasmussen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University (CSU), affiliated with the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering. She holds a Ph.D. (2014) and M.S. (2011) in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Washington, and dual B.S. (Meteorology and Mathematics) and B.A. (Music) from the University of Miami (2007). Before joining CSU in 2016, she was an Advanced Study Program Postdoctoral Fellow at NCAR (2015–2016). Her research focuses on convective storms, cloud-climate interactions, mesoscale meteorology, and hydrometeorology. Key interests include analyzing extreme rainfall, tropical convective systems, and the impacts of climate change on storm dynamics. She leads the Rasmussen Group, which investigates topics like the NASA INCUS satellite mission, subtropical storms in South America, and climate modeling. Received awards such as the 2015 AMS Mesoscale Processes Conference Very Early Career Award and the 2011 NASA Earth System Science Graduate Fellowship. Active in field campaigns like RELAMPAGO in Argentina and PRECIP in Taiwan/Japan. Teaches courses on synoptic and mesoscale meteorology, hydrometeorology, and mountain meteorology. Her group includes researchers and students studying topics ranging from convective storm environments to stratospheric aerosol injection impacts. Ongoing projects include the INCUS mission and climate projections for extreme precipitation in the U.S. Midwest.

Gary T. MitchumView profile

Professor

• Climate Change
• Sea Level Rise
• Oceanography
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Professor Gary T. Mitchum serves as Associate Dean for Research and Professor in the College of Marine Science at the University of South Florida (USF), where he has been since 1996. Previously, he held a faculty position at the University of Hawaii’s Department of Oceanography and directed its Sea Level Center. His research focuses on sea level rise, ocean physics, satellite and in-situ data analysis, El Niño phenomena, and fisheries applications. He holds a Ph.D. and B.S. from Florida State University (1984 and 1980). Key projects include multi-model sea level forecasts for the U.S. coast (NOAA-funded) and climate data records of sea level change (NASA-funded). He has led or co-led four major research projects between 2013–2022. His awards include the 1992 AGU Editor’s Citation and a National Merit Scholarship. Research interests span satellite altimetry, ocean eddies, and climate impacts. He teaches courses like Geophysical Fluid Dynamics and Physical Oceanography. His work addresses coastal vulnerability, global sea level acceleration, and ocean dynamics. Active in advisory roles, he contributes to the USF Office of Corporate Partnerships and the College’s Tenure Committee.

Prathap RamamurthyView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate Change
• Energy Sustainability
• Environmental Fluid Dynamics
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Prathap Ramamurthy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at City College of New York (CCNY) . He holds affiliations with the CUNY-CREST Institute, Earth System Science and Environmental Engineering, and NOAA-CESSRST. His research focuses on urban climate dynamics, environmental fluid dynamics, and climate sustainability. Key research areas include: Urban boundary layer dynamics and heat mitigation strategies Coastal urban meteorology and convective precipitation Air quality modeling and remote sensing applications Climate change impacts on urban environments His work combines field campaigns (e.g., CoURAGE experiment), numerical modeling, and AI-driven approaches to address challenges in urban resilience and energy systems. Major projects include studies on misting infrastructure, heat pumps in winter climates, and hurricane impacts on Puerto Rico's climate. Recent articles emphasize data-driven solutions for extreme weather adaptation and urban-rural atmospheric interactions. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to advance climate science and community-focused environmental monitoring initiatives.

Sean GallenView profile

Associate Professor

• Landscape Evolution
• Tectonics
• Natural Hazards
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Prof. Sean Gallen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Colorado State University (CSU), USA. He holds a Senior Humboldt Research Fellowship at the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, where he collaborates with Prof. Jean Braun's team in the Earth Surface Process Modeling section. His research integrates fieldwork, numerical modeling, geochronology, and GIS to study landscape evolution, tectonics, and natural hazards. Gallen earned his Master's (2008) from Western Washington University and PhD (2013) from North Carolina State University, followed by a Turner Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Michigan. Research Focus: His work examines climate-landscape interactions, subduction zone dynamics, and extreme event impacts on erosion. Notable projects include studying Colorado Front Range topography using cosmogenic nuclides and modeling climate effects on volcanic island landscapes. His interdisciplinary approach addresses topics like tectonic uplift quantification, silicate weathering feedbacks, and landscape-fish coevolution. Awards: Recipient of the NSF CAREER Award (2021) and Senior Humboldt Fellowship (2024). His research has been supported by NSF grants focusing on critical zone dynamics and subduction zone hazards. Current Projects: Investigating climatic controls on river incision in hotspot volcanoes and quantifying glacial erosion impacts on fault slip in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Collaborates internationally, including with Tribhuvan University (Nepal) on coseismic landslide studies.

Andrew KulmatiskiView profile

Associate Professor

• Plant-soil feedbacks
• Soil ecology
• Plant physiology
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Andrew Kulmatiski , Associate Professor in the Wildland Resources department at Utah State University , specializes in plant-soil interactions and their ecological implications. His research focuses on soil ecology, plant physiology, and climate change adaptation in rangeland systems. PhD in Biology (Plant-soil interactions), Utah State University (2005) Forest Soils training, Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies (1999) BA in Biology (Environmental Science, Chemistry), Colby College (1994) Research highlights include: Plant-soil feedback mechanisms driving invasion and productivity Woody encroachment in grasslands linked to precipitation patterns Activated carbon applications for native plant restoration Depth-controlled tracer techniques for water/nutrient uptake Key awards: 2014 Oikos article ranked #16/769 via Altmetrics 2013 Nature Climate Change special feature Top 1% most cited in Ecology (2012) Invited expert in invasion ecology literature (2011) Academic mentorship includes guiding 11 graduate students (MS and PhD), and teaching courses on Wildland Soils , Rangeland Plant Taxonomy , and Plant Physiological Ecology . His lab investigates belowground processes for managing invasive species, enhancing productivity, and restoring native communities.

Ángel F. Adames CorralizaView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate Dynamics
• Tropical Meteorology
• Atmospheric Physics
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Ángel F. Adames Corraliza is an Associate Professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison , where he holds the Ned P. Smith Distinguished Chair of Climatology . He leads the Large-scale Tropical Dynamics Group , focusing on physical processes driving tropical atmospheric circulations and their response to CO2 increases. Education: PhD from the University of Washington His research integrates observations, modeling, and theoretical frameworks to study phenomena like Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) , El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) , tropical convection , and inertio-gravity waves . Key themes include moist thermodynamics , moisture mode theory , and tropical-extratropical teleconnections . Article trends highlight interdisciplinary work on tropical wave dynamics , climate model validation (CMIP5/CMIP6) , and environmental impacts (e.g., methane emissions from oil platforms). His group collaborates globally and emphasizes public science communication. Scientific Awards: Ned P. Smith Distinguished Chair of Climatology His team includes undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers . Outreach efforts include the Spanish-language podcast "Tiempo, Clima y Tierra" and workshops on atmospheric science.

Snehamoy ChatterjeeView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence in Mining
• Remote Sensing for Geological Applications
• Mine Safety and Reliability
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Snehamoy Chatterjee serves as Associate Professor and Witte Family Endowed Faculty Fellow in the Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences at Michigan Technological University. His expertise spans ore reserve estimation, mine planning optimization, and AI-driven safety systems, with significant contributions to remote sensing applications in mining and geological hazard assessment. Chatterjee earned his PhD in Mining Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the COSMO Stochastic Mine Planning Laboratory at McGill University. His academic journey includes prior faculty positions at India's National Institute of Technology. His research program integrates cutting-edge artificial intelligence with geospatial technologies to solve critical challenges in mining safety and resource management. Key focus areas include: Generative AI frameworks for real-time mining hazard prediction Hyperspectral and InSAR remote sensing for mineral exploration Deep learning applications in geophysical inversion Stochastic optimization of mine planning under uncertainty Machine learning-driven landslide and earthquake hazard mapping Chatterjee's 15 most recent publications (2023-2024) reveal a pronounced shift toward AI-geospatial fusion , with 60% of works applying deep learning to satellite imagery for hazard monitoring. His team's research spans three critical domains: mining safety systems (33%), geological hazard prediction (47%), and resource optimization (20%), demonstrating strong interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental science and engineering disciplines. Professional recognition includes: Editor's Best Reviewer Award 2014 from Mathematical Geosciences Journal APCOM Young Professional Award 2015 at the 37th APCOM conference Chatterjee actively mentors graduate students and leads multiple federally funded research initiatives focused on mine safety innovation and critical mineral exploration. His professional service includes editorial responsibilities for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration and committee roles in major international conferences through IAMG, SME, and AGU. Current projects emphasize generative AI applications for predictive safety analytics and hyperspectral remote sensing for critical mineral discovery. His research extends through collaborations with the COSMO Laboratory network and industry partners across North America, India, and Australia, with recent fieldwork focusing on Alaskan platinum deposits and Indian coal reserves.

• Floods
• Hydrometeorology
• Radar and Satellite Remote Sensing
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Witold Krajewski is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Iowa and serves as Director of the Iowa Flood Center and Research Engineer at IIHR —Hydroscience & Engineering. He was elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), a testament to his significant contributions to flood forecasting and hydrometeorology. Education: Ph.D. in Water Resources Systems, Warsaw University of Technology, Poland M.S. in Environmental Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Poland Krajewski’s research focuses on flood modeling, hydrometeorology, radar/satellite remote sensing, and water resources systems. His work integrates advanced hydrological modeling with real-time data for improved flood prediction and mitigation strategies. His recent publications address critical challenges in flood forecasting, including radar-rainfall uncertainty quantification, ensemble data assimilation for streamflow predictions, and the application of machine learning for super-resolution flood inundation mapping. These studies emphasize cross-scale analysis, operational forecasting frameworks, and satellite data validation. Scientific Awards National Academy of Engineering (NAE) election Krajewski leads the Iowa Flood Center, where he develops cyberinfrastructure for real-time hydrological monitoring and collaborates on projects involving the National Water Model (NWM). His work bridges cutting-edge research with practical flood management solutions.

Antonio Alves Meira NetoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Hydrology
• Water Engineering
• Catchment-scale Hydrologic Theory
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Antonio Alves Meira Neto is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University. His research focuses on hydrologic processes across spatial and temporal scales, integrating field observations, modeling, and remote sensing. He leads the Hydrologic Processes Lab , established in 2024, which examines water movement in ecosystems, climate interactions, and human-water systems. Ph.D. (2019) - University of Arizona, Hydrology M.Sc. (2013) - University of São Paulo, Hydraulic and Sanitary Engineering B.Sc. (2011) - Federal University of Bahia, Civil Engineering His work employs hydrogeophysics, tracer experiments, and empirical analysis to study catchment-scale hydrology, ecohydrology, and socio-hydrology in arid regions. Recent publications highlight water security in Brazil, groundwater dynamics, and climate impacts on streamflow. Contact: ameira@colostate.edu