Komal Agarwal is a researcher at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Department of Physics and Technology, focusing on bio-inspired materials, acoustic microscopy, and biomedical applications. Her work bridges materials science, biomedical imaging, and renewable energy technologies. Research interests include: Bio-inspired materials for acoustic transducers and optical microscopy calibration Acoustic and photo-acoustic imaging for biomechanical properties Advanced materials for cancer drug screening and tissue engineering Ultrasonic wave propagation and composite design Article trends show expertise in acoustic microscopy (2024-2022), bioimaging (2023-2022), and helicoidally structured composites (2022-2020). Recent work emphasizes hydrogel calibration tools (2024) and Arctic acoustic sensing applications (2023). Scientific awards: EIC Tech to Market Pioneer Program (Cymoplive) EIC Tech to Market Venture Program (Cymolive) SUTD PhD Fellowship (2016-2021) Gold Medalist (institutional highest undergraduate GPA) Advising includes Camille Corrio (BSc intern). Secured multiple grants including Norwegian Research Council funding (2024) for optical microscopy calibration prototypes and Arctic acoustic sensing projects. Key lab affiliations: Ultrasound, Microwaves, and Optics research group at UiT.
Christine Dupuy is a full Professor at La Rochelle University , affiliated with the CNRS/INSU - LIENSs Laboratory (UMR 7266). Her research focuses on Aquatic Ecology , Microbial Ecology , and Blue Carbon dynamics, particularly in coastal environments like marshes and intertidal zones. Deputy Director of LIENSs Laboratory (2020–present) Member of EMBRC-France (2018–2021) Coordinator of multiple national/international projects (ANR VASIREMI, BIOMIC, TETRAE, etc.) Her research interests center on microbial trophic networks, planktonic-benthic coupling, and climate change impacts on coastal ecosystems. She uses innovative methodologies including ZooScan/ZooCAM imaging systems, stable isotope analysis, and biofilm mesocosm studies. Her publication trends (135+ peer-reviewed papers) reveal a strong focus on: Microbial community responses to environmental changes Carbon cycling in temperate and tropical coastal systems Trophic interactions in anthropized marshes Blue Carbon assessment frameworks Long-term ecological monitoring (Bay of Biscay, Charente-Maritime) She has served as: Expert for ANR CE32 (2018–2021) Member of CNU 67 (2007–2009, 2011–2019) Coordinator of educational programs (BIOSOUM, BIOEM diplomas) Her laboratory (LIENSs) engages in regional and international collaborations through networks like Acclimaterra , NAIADES , and PEPR Faircarbon . Current projects include: ESA Blue Carbon Project (2024–2026) LIFE MARAISILIENCE (2024–2028) PPR RIOMAR (2023–2028)
Özkan DOĞAN serves as a full-time Lecturer at Kaman Vocational School, Kırşehir Ahi Evran University, specializing in Food Technology since 2012. His teaching portfolio includes 10 courses across food processing disciplines including Meat Product Technology, Fruit-Vegetable Processing, and Food Hygiene. Education: Master's Degree in Advanced Technologies (Thesis) from Kırşehir Ahi Evran University (2020-2023) BSc in Food Engineering from Çukurova University Faculty of Agriculture (2001-2005) His research bridges food science with emerging technologies, particularly focusing on machine learning applications for fish quality assessment and geothermal energy utilization in food drying processes . This practical approach targets real-world implementation in food industry quality control systems and sustainable processing methods. His two conference publications demonstrate growing research activity in computational food science, with increasing citation metrics placing him in the top 263 researchers nationally in Food Sciences and Engineering. Collaborations: Worked extensively with Şefik Tekle and Emre Yavuzer (2021-2022) on machine learning applications Collaborated with Memduh Köse (2022) on fish quality research Current teaching responsibilities span nutrition principles, packaging technology, ready-meal systems, and food ethics across vocational diploma programs.
Dr. Song Qian is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Toledo, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. His research focuses on quantitative methods for environmental and ecological data analysis, particularly using Bayesian hierarchical models to study cross-scale ecological processes. Ph.D. from Duke University (1995) M.S. from Nanjing University B.S. from Tsinghua University Research interests include: water quality modeling, stream ecosystem responses to urbanization, harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie, statistical methods for chemical measurements, and ecological applications of Bayesian networks. Recent work addresses grass carp spawning dynamics, climate change effects on phenology, and nutrient management challenges. Contact: song.qian@utoledo.edu | Phone: 419.530.4230 Article trends show strong focus on invasive species management (12/15), water quality assessment (10/15), and climate change impacts (7/15) using advanced Bayesian techniques across aquatic ecosystems in North America, China, and Antarctica.
Nis Sand Jacobsen is a Senior Researcher at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), working within the National Institute of Aquatic Resources (DTU Aqua) in the Section for Ecosystem based Marine Management. Based in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark, his research focuses on fisheries science, marine ecosystem dynamics, and sustainable management of aquatic resources. With over 50 publications and involvement in numerous research projects, Jacobsen contributes significantly to understanding fish population dynamics, particularly in the North Sea and Baltic Sea regions. Dr. Jacobsen's research interests center on ecosystem-based fisheries management, with particular expertise in North Sea and Baltic Sea ecosystems. His work examines fish stock dynamics, food web interactions, and the impacts of climate change on marine populations. He specializes in herring and sandeel fisheries, investigating spawning patterns, migration behaviors, and the effects of environmental changes on fish distribution. His research integrates ecological, socioeconomic, and management perspectives to develop sustainable approaches for fisheries management. Analysis of Jacobsen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on ecosystem-based approaches to fisheries management. His work increasingly incorporates climate change impacts, spatial management strategies, and multispecies interactions into stock assessment models. A notable trend is the development of integrated modeling frameworks that combine biogeochemical processes with fisheries dynamics, as seen in his work on the FEISTY library. His research also addresses the socioeconomic dimensions of fisheries management, examining how fishing industries adapt to changing fish distributions. Member of International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) since 2014 Active participant in multiple working groups including Herring Assessment Working Group (HAWG) As a research supervisor, Jacobsen serves as Main Supervisor for PhD student M. V. Strange, whose work focuses on cormorant and seal predation of fish in inner Danish waters. He coordinates multiple research projects including SOS-Fisk, which investigates the influence of cormorants and seals on fish stocks in Danish waters, and TRUST 2, which examines spatial stock structure for North Sea sandeel. His collaborative work extends to international efforts through the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES), where he has been an active participant since 2014. Dr. Jacobsen's laboratory and team work within the Section for Ecosystem based Marine Management at DTU Aqua focuses on integrating ecological, fisheries, and socioeconomic data to develop comprehensive management strategies. His team collaborates with Danish fisheries organizations, European research institutions, and international bodies to address challenges in sustainable marine resource management, particularly focusing on the impacts of climate change on fish distribution and the resulting management implications.
Dr. Yağmur Nil Doğan is an Associate Professor at Gaziantep University, İslahiye Vocational School, Veterinary Medicine Department . She holds an ORCID iD and is affiliated with YÖK (Turkish Council of Higher Education). PhD in Veterinary Food Hygiene and Technology (2016, Afyon Kocatepe University) BSc in Veterinary Medicine (2010, Selçuk University) Her research focuses on food safety , microbial quality of animal products , biogenic amines , and public health risks in food systems . She investigates the role of Lactic Acid Bacteria in fermented foods and the impact of toxins like aflatoxins and antibiotics in milk and fish. Recent publications highlight seasonal variations in aflatoxin levels , antibiotic resistance in Enterococcus , and microbial interactions in dairy farms . She has contributed to understanding oxidative stress markers in buffalo milk and probiotic effects on poultry . She has led projects on lactic acid bacteria in fermented foods, antibiotic residues in aquaculture, and starter cultures for meat preservation. Her role as Department Head (2021-2028) reflects leadership in veterinary education. Teaching includes Hygiene and Sanitation , General Microbiology , and Veterinary Public Health at both undergraduate and graduate levels. She has international research experience at University of Naples Federico II (2024) and industry exposure at Pınar Entegre Et ve Un Sanayii A.Ş. (2009).
Malek Batal is a Professor at the University of Montreal in both the Faculty of Medicine - Department of Nutrition and the School of Public Health - Department of Social and Preventive Medicine . His research focuses on the environmental, social, economic, and cultural determinants of food choices, particularly among Indigenous populations. He leads the Canada Research Chair in Inequalities in Nutrition and Health (2020-2028) and serves as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada and the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. His work bridges nutrition , public health , and food systems , with special emphasis on Indigenous food sovereignty , food insecurity , and health inequalities . He has conducted extensive fieldwork in First Nations communities across Canada, Haiti, and Ecuador, analyzing traditional food systems, ultra-processed food consumption, and the social-ecological pathways to dietary health. His publications highlight collaborations with teams in environmental health, agroecology, and policy development. Batal's recent articles demonstrate trends in indigenous nutrition (e.g., salmon reintroduction in Okanagan communities), maternal-infant feeding practices in Haiti, and agroecological interventions in Ecuador. He employs mixed methods, including dietary modeling, contaminant analysis, and participatory research, to address systemic inequities in food access and health outcomes. Scientific Awards : CIHR Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Nutrition and Health Inequalities (2020-2028), Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Research Affiliations : Center for Public Health Research (CReSP), TRANSNUT (WHO Collaborating Centre on Nutrition Transition and Development) He collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across Canada, Brazil, Australia, and Ecuador, addressing global challenges in food systems and health equity through empirical and policy-oriented research.
Francesco Savorani is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) within the College of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Turin. With extensive experience in chemometrics and spectroscopic techniques, he leads research in food analysis, authentication, and quality control. His work bridges analytical chemistry with practical applications in food science and sustainability. Dr. Savorani's research spans multiple disciplines focused on chemometrics, including Near Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, and multivariate data analysis. His primary interest lies in applying these techniques to food authentication, fraud detection, and quality assessment. He has developed innovative approaches for analyzing coffee, cheese, hazelnuts, rice, and other food products, with particular emphasis on geographical origin determination and detecting adulteration. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to the field of food analysis through spectroscopy and chemometrics. The research shows a clear trajectory from fundamental method development (like the icoshift algorithm for NMR spectra alignment) to practical applications in food industry settings. Recent work focuses on real-time monitoring, portable sensor applications, and data fusion techniques that combine multiple analytical methods for more robust food authentication systems. Full Member of The International Council for Near Infrared Spectroscopy (ICNIRS), United Kingdom (2017-2023) Full Member of Italian Society of NIR Spectroscopy (SISNIR), Italy (2016-2023) Program Committee Member, 18th Chemometrics in Analytical Chemistry Conference (CAC) (2022) As a dedicated educator and mentor, Dr. Savorani supervises multiple PhD students working on cutting-edge applications of chemometrics in food science and materials analysis. His research portfolio includes significant projects funded by competitive tenders, including DESPITE FRAUD (2024-2027) for food fraud detection and the IZS PLV 04/23 RC project (2023-2025) for developing safer meat and fish products. His work connects academic research with practical industry applications through numerous commercial research contracts focused on food quality and authentication. Dr. Savorani is actively involved in the Institute of Chemistry (DISAT) and contributes to the Sustainable Processes for Agribusiness research group. His laboratory work spans multiple facilities including the Compositional Analysis Laboratory and Environmental Catalysis Laboratories, where he applies advanced spectroscopic techniques to solve complex food science challenges.
Susana Ferreira is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Applied Economics within the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Based at 314D Conner Hall in Athens, Georgia, she maintains an active research program examining the economic dimensions of environmental change with contact available via sferreir@uga.edu and 706-542-0086. Her academic foundation includes advanced training from the University of California, San Diego: Ph.D. in Economics (2004) M.A. in Economics (2002) B.S. from Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain (1997) Dr. Ferreira's research centers on environmental and natural resource economics with distinctive focus on non-market valuation of ecosystem services. She investigates how environmental changes impact human wellbeing through interdisciplinary lenses connecting economic systems, public health, and ecological processes. Her methodological approach frequently employs applied econometrics to analyze life satisfaction data, satellite nightlights metrics, and contingent valuation surveys, particularly examining externalities not captured by conventional markets. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals consistent thematic threads: valuation of natural infrastructure (especially flood mitigation services), climate policy acceptability across European contexts, innovative measurement of environmental health impacts, and economic analysis of disease-environment interfaces. Her work demonstrates methodological versatility through applications of hedonic pricing, spatial econometrics, and behavioral frameworks to diverse settings from Florida coastlines to Indian fisheries. No scientific awards or honors were documented in the available materials. While specific student names and grant details weren't provided, her extensive publication record indicates active graduate supervision and substantial research funding. Her international collaborations—evident in studies spanning Gujarat, Florida, and African disease hotspots—suggest robust research partnerships and likely support from agencies like NSF or USDA. Future work appears oriented toward refining non-market valuation techniques and deepening analysis of climate adaptation economics. Information regarding dedicated laboratories or formal research teams was not included in the source documentation.
Chris McGonigle serves as a Senior Lecturer in the School of Geography and Environmental Sciences at Ulster University's Faculty of Life & Health Sciences. His academic profile spans marine biodiversity research, acoustic monitoring techniques, and environmental conservation with significant societal impact. Education: PhD in Benthic Habitat Mapping (Ulster University, 2010) PgCHEP in Higher Education Practice (2015) BSc Hons in Marine Science (Ulster University, 2006) His research operates at the critical intersection of marine ecology , acoustic technology , and spatial modeling , focusing on biodiversity conservation in marine environments. Current projects integrate mid-water/ocean floor mapping for fisheries assessment with hydrodynamic modeling for benthic habitat conservation, directly supporting UN Sustainable Development Goals for marine life preservation. Recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate evolving expertise from foundational acoustic backscatter research toward integrated solutions for marine protected areas, species conservation, and sustainable resource management. Key trends include machine learning applications in habitat mapping and interdisciplinary approaches bridging ecology with cultural heritage conservation. As coordinator of Ulster's Diploma in Professional Practice program, he facilitates industry placements while leading externally funded projects including UK Defra's RESONANCE initiative (2022-2025) and ERC-funded underwater archaeological preservation research. His international collaborations include previous affiliation with Alaska Pacific University (2017-2019).
Professor Cliff Jones is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Ichthyology and Fisheries Science at Rhodes University (RU), South Africa. With over 20 years of experience in aquaculture and fisheries education, he has supervised 56 postgraduate students to graduation and currently mentors 11 postgraduate researchers. His work focuses on aquaculture technology development, circular economy systems, and water remediation in both freshwater and marine environments. PhD in Fisheries Science from Rhodes University (2003) Research Programs: Industrial effluent remediation via algal ponding, constructed wetlands, and hydroponics Abalone feed optimization with macro-algae integration IMTA system development for macro-algae-mussel/abalone co-farming Alternative sex reversal techniques for Nile tilapia Scientific Contributions: 38+ peer-reviewed publications 112+ conference presentations R22-million in research funding (2006-2019) Professional Leadership: Coordinator, Edulink II PhD curriculum development across Africa Head, COTRA African staff/student mobilization program NRF Research Technology Fund auditor South African Bureau of Standards panel member
Dr Andrea Taylor is an Associate Professor at the University of Leeds , with joint appointments in the Leeds University Business School and the School of Earth and Environment . Her work bridges cognitive psychology and behavioral decision research to address challenges in climate and weather risk communication. Co-Investigator on multiple high-impact climate service projects (e.g., Newton Fund, Met Office collaborations) Co-leads interdisciplinary initiatives like the Business and Organisations for Sustainable Societies (BOSS) Research Group and the WMO High Impact Weather Task Team Research Interests: Specializes in behavioral decision-making under uncertainty, focusing on public responses to climate and weather risks. Key areas include: Risk perception and communication Expert judgment in climate services Decision-making for climate adaptation Sustainability and consumer behavior Impact-based weather forecasting Role of emotion in risk decisions Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize the integration of behavioral science into climate services, user-centered approaches to weather warnings, and cross-cultural studies of public risk responses. Collaborations with climatologists and health economists are evident. Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD students in climate risk communication and adaptation, including Hellen Msemo, Cathrine Liontou, and Rachel Harcourt. Secured over £9 million in research funding from organizations like the Global Challenges Research Fund and the Met Office.
Thomas Fredrik Hansen is a Professor at the Department of Biosciences, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Oslo, where he is affiliated with the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis (CEES). His research primarily focuses on evolutionary biology, theoretical biology, and quantitative genetics, with particular emphasis on evolvability, macroevolution, and phylogenetic comparative methods. Hansen's research interests span evolutionary quantitative genetics, morphological evolution, evolvability, and macroevolutionary dynamics. His work integrates theoretical frameworks with empirical data to understand how genetic architecture influences evolutionary potential and constraints. He has made significant contributions to understanding how evolvability shapes macroevolutionary patterns, the role of epistasis in morphological divergence, and the application of phylogenetic comparative methods to study evolutionary processes across diverse taxa. His theoretical work on evolutionary constraints and adaptive landscapes has provided new insights into the mechanisms that govern long-term evolutionary change. Analysis of Hansen's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the intersection of quantitative genetics and macroevolution. His work demonstrates how microevolutionary processes scale up to macroevolutionary patterns, with particular attention to evolvability as a key determinant of evolutionary trajectories. He has pioneered approaches to measuring and modeling the relationship between genetic architecture and evolutionary potential across different time scales. His research often involves collaborations with empirical evolutionary biologists to test theoretical predictions using data from diverse organisms including plants, insects, fish, and mammals. Hansen has been actively involved in mentoring students and collaborating with researchers across various institutions. His work has contributed significantly to methodological advances in evolutionary biology, particularly in the areas of phylogenetic comparative methods and quantitative genetics. He has also contributed to important theoretical debates regarding evolutionary constraints, the measurement of selection, and the interpretation of evolutionary patterns in the fossil record. Hansen maintains an active research program through the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis (CEES), where he collaborates with researchers studying diverse aspects of evolutionary biology, ecology, and biodiversity. His work bridges theoretical and empirical approaches to evolutionary biology, making substantial contributions to our understanding of how genetic architecture shapes evolutionary potential across different biological scales.
Anna Christiernsson is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in Environmental Law at the Department of Law, Stockholm University. Her research focuses on legal frameworks for marine biodiversity protection, fisheries regulation, and ecosystem-based management, often involving cross-border and interdisciplinary challenges. PhD in Law (2011), Luleå University of Technology Researcher at Uppsala University (2013–2016) and Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment Associate Professor at Uppsala University (2016) and Stockholm University (2017–present) Her research spans marine spatial planning , adaptive management , environmental quality standards , and conflicts between climate transition and cultural heritage . Recent projects include FORCE (marine recovery in climate change) and REKO (energy use and heritage preservation). Anna supervises PhD students Edith Lalander Malmsten, Rebecka Thurfjell, and Emma Flevaud Dufau. She teaches Swedish, EU, and international environmental law, and has developed courses on civil law, transboundary environmental law, and legal methods. She serves on the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency's Scientific Council for Biodiversity (2016–present) and contributes to legislative processes and public seminars, including presentations on herring law and net-zero buildings .
Dr. Lubos Polerecky is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences, specializing in NanoSIMS analysis since March 2013. His research focuses on aquatic biogeochemistry and microbiology, particularly the regulation of microbial function by environmental factors and mass transfer phenomena. His primary research interests include benthic primary productivity (photosynthetic and chemosynthetic), bioirrigation effects on sediment biogeochemistry, and method development with emphasis on high spatial resolution analytical methods including microsensors and imaging. His work spans multiple scales from single-cell analyses to ecosystem-level biogeochemical processes. Dr. Polerecky's recent publications demonstrate extensive work on cable bacteria, sulfur cycling, biomineralization processes, and advanced imaging techniques. His research integrates field observations, laboratory experiments, and mathematical modeling to understand complex biogeochemical systems, with particular expertise in applying NanoSIMS technology to environmental microbiology questions. BIOMARIS Forschungspreis zur Förderung der Meereswissenschaften im Land Bremen (2010) Marie-Curie scholarship, University of Paris-South, Orsay, France (2001) PhD scholarship, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland (1998-2002) Dr. Polerecky has developed strong collaborations across multiple disciplines, working with researchers in marine microbiology, geochemistry, and environmental engineering. His laboratory at Utrecht University maintains specialized equipment for microsensor measurements and NanoSIMS analysis, supporting research on microbial processes in sediments and aquatic systems.
