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Neil DebbageView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban Climatology
• Natural Hazards
• Sustainability
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Neil Debbage, Ph.D., serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and Geography at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) within the College of Liberal and Fine Arts. His research integrates urban climatology, natural hazards, and sustainability through advanced GIS and modeling techniques to enhance urban resilience against heat and flood threats, with publications in high-impact journals including Water Resources Research and International Journal of Climatology. Education: Ph.D. in Geography, University of Georgia M.S. in Geography, University of Georgia B.A. in Geography, University of Georgia Dr. Debbage's research program centers on urban climate challenges, employing spatial analysis and numerical weather modeling to investigate the urban heat island effect, flood vulnerability, and sustainability interventions. His work examines physical and social determinants of urban environmental risk, with recent projects evaluating cool pavement efficacy and urban climate action plans. This interdisciplinary research bridges geography, environmental science, and public policy to develop practical solutions for climate-resilient cities. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent focus on urban heat mitigation strategies, environmental justice in flood risk assessment, and climate policy evaluation across megaregions. His work demonstrates evolving methodological sophistication from foundational hydrological studies to current policy-oriented climate action research, emphasizing spatial equity and practical urban adaptation measures. Scientific Awards: University of Texas San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts Stumberg Assistant Professor Researcher of the Year (2022) Dr. Debbage actively secures competitive research funding including NASA grants for air quality monitoring and urban hydrometeorological analysis, totaling over $2.3 million in collaborative projects. He serves as faculty advisor for UTSA's Gamma Theta Upsilon geographical honor society and teaches core courses in GIS, spatial analysis, and climate science. His grant portfolio demonstrates strong institutional partnerships with NASA and local sustainability offices focused on translating research into actionable urban resilience strategies. While specific laboratory facilities aren't detailed in available materials, his research involves collaborative teams analyzing urban climate data through GIS and modeling frameworks. Current projects emphasize real-world applications including San Antonio's cool pavement implementation and Texas Triangle cooling center accessibility, indicating active engagement with municipal planning agencies to operationalize climate adaptation measures.

Marten BorchersView profile

Researcher

• Smart City
• Smart Mobility
• Urban Planning
• +7 more

Marten Borchers is a Researcher at the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences, University of Hamburg. His work focuses on Business Information Systems and Socio-Technical Systems Design (WISTS) . Education : Dual Master's Degree from University of Bremen (AI, ML, NLP, IT Management), semester at University of Tartu Professional Experience : 4+ years in IT Consulting (Public Service Consultant) Research Interests include: Smart City and Climate Change Mitigation AI/ML Applications in Urban Mobility Collaboration Engineering for Citizen Participation E-Government and Digital Transformation His publications since 2023 focus on: ML-Based Energy Prediction for Electric Buses Bloom's Taxonomy in LLM-Assisted Learning Mobile Apps for Storm Flood Emergency Management AI Support for Urban Participation Platforms Scientific Awards : 2025 Hamburg Teaching Award (team award) for cross-border teaching innovations Advising & Grants : Co-author with Eva Bittner on 6 publications Collaboration with Springer, ACM, and IEEE journals Labs & Teams : Active member of WISTS (Socio-Technical Systems Design) research group Participant in D²S²C Hamburg and DDLitLab projects Collaboration with Hochbahn AG and STEAM ecosystem analysis

Ben ViningView profile

Associate Professor

• Archaeology
• Paleoclimatology
• Human-Environmental Interactions
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Ben Vining is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology and core faculty in the Environmental Dynamics program at the University of Arkansas. His research integrates archaeological approaches with paleoclimatology and geospatial modeling to understand long-term human-environmental relationships. He leads a multi-institutional project examining agroecological dynamics in Chicama Valley, Peru, supported by NSF and NASA-ROSES grants. PhD in Anthropology from Boston University Focus on Andean regions with additional research in Mediterranean, Near East, and Asia Specializes in GIS, remote sensing, agent-based models, and paleoclimatic proxy analysis His recent publications demonstrate strong focus on El Niño Southern Oscillation impacts, Andean ecological refugia, and socio-environmental modeling. Key methodologies include satellite imagery analysis (ASTER, Sentinel 2), sediment core studies, and computational simulations of preindustrial societies. Professional affiliations include Society for American Archaeology, Institute for Andean Studies, and Register of Professional Archaeologists. Courses taught range from undergraduate Introduction to Archaeology to graduate seminars in Environmental Change and Landscape Archaeology.

Stergios-Aristoteles MitoulisView profile

Associate Professor

• Infrastructure Resilience
• Sustainable Construction
• Digital Transformation of Built Environment
• +5 more

Stergios-Aristoteles Mitoulis serves as Associate Professor in Engineering and Project Management at University College London's Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction. A Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE) with memberships in ASCE, EAEE, IABSE and FHEA, he directs the MetaInfrastructure.org and BridgeUkraine.org initiatives while coordinating major EU-funded projects including ZEBAI (€5M), RISKADAPT (€2.5M), and PORTAL (€1.8M). His research centers on three pillars: (1) threat-agnostic resilience frameworks for infrastructure under cascading risks; (2) AI-driven decision systems integrating remote sensing and digital twins; and (3) sustainable retrofitting of transport assets using recycled materials. With over £8 million in research funding from UKRI and Horizon Europe, his work directly informs Eurocode standards and national infrastructure policies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong emphasis on multi-hazard fragility modeling (particularly bridges), AI-enabled damage identification, and climate-resilient transport networks. His work consistently bridges theoretical innovation with practical implementation, evidenced by 20+ peer-reviewed papers in 2024-2025 alone spanning reliability engineering, structural safety, and sustainable development. Thorpe Medal for outstanding engineering research IStructE Research Award for infrastructure innovation Editor-in-Chief of ICE Journal of Bridge Engineering Regular contributor to Eurocode standardisation committees Mitoulis actively supervises 40+ doctoral and postdoctoral researchers across 10+ international projects. His REF2029 Impact Case Study focuses on digital technologies for infrastructure resilience, while his £8M+ grant portfolio includes major collaborations with Ukrainian institutions through bridgeUkraine.org. He leads the MetaInfrastructure research group developing counterfactual engineering approaches for the metaCity concept, with recent media coverage by BBC on conflict-damaged infrastructure recovery. The MetaInfrastructure team operates through dedicated labs for digital twin development, AI/ML applications, and sustainable materials testing. Current initiatives include the PORTAL project for AI-driven infrastructure monitoring and ReCharged for circular economy in transport networks. Mitoulis' educational contributions feature a FutureLearn MOOC on critical infrastructure resilience and CPD training for ICE professionals.

• Environmental Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Sustainable Design
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David E. Schaad is a Professor of the Practice in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering, serving as Director of Undergraduate Studies for CEE and Interim Director of the First Year Design Program. He maintains affiliations with the Duke Initiative for Science & Society and Duke Global Health Institute, reflecting his interdisciplinary focus on societal impact. His educational background includes: B.A. from Denison University (1990) M.S. from University of Colorado, Boulder (1991) Ph.D. from Duke University (1998) Schaad's research integrates Environmental Engineering with Engineering Education , emphasizing Sustainable Design for global communities. His work bridges technical civil engineering applications with pedagogical innovation, particularly through service-learning frameworks addressing water resources and disaster response in international contexts. Publication analysis reveals a distinct shift from environmental engineering applications (1992-2009) toward educational leadership (2013-2022), where his recent work focuses on institutionalizing Grand Challenge frameworks in engineering curricula while earlier research established expertise in hydrology, remediation, and international water projects. Scientific honors include: Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society (1990) Sigma Pi Sigma National Physics Honorary Society (1990) Pi Mu Epsilon National Mathematics Honorary Society (1990) He advises students through CEE 294/493/494 independent studies and teaches cross-listed courses (RIGHTS/PUBPOL/ENVIRON/CEE 315) on sustainable design. Though specific grants aren't detailed, his field projects in Bolivia and Southern Africa imply international development funding. News coverage highlights his leadership in disaster response initiatives and global infrastructure projects. Schaad directs Duke's First Year Design Program and Grand Challenge Scholars Program, leading teams that engineered a 55-foot-high school pathway in Bolivia and bridges in Southern Africa, demonstrating applied solutions for underserved communities through Duke's engineering outreach.

• Environmental Hazards
• Emergency Management
• Wildfire Evacuation Analysis
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Thomas Cova is a Professor at the University of Utah's School of Environment, Society & Sustainability , with a 27-year academic career spanning from 1999 to present. His expertise bridges human geography , disaster management , and geospatial technologies , focusing on wildfire evacuation systems, earthquake response, and environmental hazard mitigation. His educational background includes a BS in Computer and Information Science from University of Oregon (1986) PhD in Geography from University of California Santa Barbara (1999) Research highlights include pioneering work in wildfire evacuation modeling using GPS data, equifinality reduction in agent-based simulations , and social vulnerability analysis in environmental hazards. He has developed novel methodologies for warning trigger systems and spatial resilience metrics , with applications in earthquake early warning, flood modeling, and post-disaster recovery assessment. Recent publications demonstrate cross-disciplinary impact, including studies on racial disparities in air quality monitoring (2024), disaster resilience spatial analysis (2024), and machine learning applications for evacuation decision modeling (2023). His work combines geospatial information systems human behavior simulation emergency management frameworks public policy analysis Scientific awards include the 2016 Excellence in Mentoring Award 2015 National Science Foundation Mentoring Program Advisor Teaching activities span advanced geographic programming, disaster geography, and PhD thesis supervision since 2023. Current grants focus on household wildfire resilience (2023-2026) spatial data analysis (2021-2025) multiple NSF-funded hazards research initiatives

Lajos JuhászView profile

Assistant Professor

• Ancient Visual Culture
• Roman Numismatics
• Greek Provincial Medallions
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Lajos Juhász is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Classical and Roman Archaeology , Institute of Archaeological Sciences , Eötvös Loránd University . He holds a PhD in Classical Archaeology (2015) and has been affiliated with the university since 2018, previously serving as a University Assistant Professor (2015-2018) and Research Assistant (2013-2015). Education : PhD (2015), ELTE BTK Bachelor of Arts in Scandinavian Studies (2010), ELTE BTK Certified Archaeologist (2009), ELTE BTK Juhász specializes in ancient visual propaganda , Roman numismatics , and Sarmatian coin imitations , analyzing their role in barbarian societies and Roman frontier dynamics . His work bridges coin hoard analysis with military campaign artifacts , focusing on the Danube Limes and Carpathian Basin . Recent publications highlight trends in late Roman coin hoards (2024), Sarmatian amulets (2023), and Brigetio bath excavations (2023), revealing shifts in economic and political landscapes during Roman decline. His 2021 monograph on the Aquincum hoard connects barbarian invasions (258-260 AD) to civil settlement abandonment . Scientific Awards : Erasmus Scholarship (2008) Ernst Mach Scholarship (2010) Hungarian Numismatic Society Broad Membership (2017) Serbian Archaeological Society Broad Membership (2021) Juhász collaborates with institutions like the Klapka György Museum and Bulgarian archaeologists . He contributes to rescue excavations (e.g., flood control projects) and examines bronze statuettes as Roman military propaganda . His 2021 study on Thracian medallions in Brigetio underscores their role in eastern campaign souvenirs .

• Hydrology
• Climatology
• Climate Change
• +5 more

Paola Mazzoglio is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Environmental, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at Politecnico di Torino. She is also a member of the Interdepartmental Center SmartData@PoliTO - Big Data and Data Science Laboratory. Her academic work spans multiple educational programs including Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental and Land Management Engineering, and Urban and Regional Planning. Her research focuses on hydrology, extreme weather events, and climate change impacts, with particular expertise in precipitation analysis and flood risk management. Dr. Mazzoglio's work integrates advanced data science techniques with traditional hydrological methods to address pressing environmental challenges related to climate adaptation. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical applications of hydrological research, particularly in urban settings and infrastructure resilience. The research trend shows increasing integration of big data approaches, crowdsourced information, and GIS technologies to improve flood prediction and management systems. Her work bridges the gap between theoretical hydrology and practical civil protection measures. Dr. Mazzoglio actively supervises PhD students in the Civil and Environmental Engineering program, currently guiding Pietro Bogoni and Giulio Paradiso in their research. She leads the SIREN (Saving Italian hydRological mEasuremeNts) project (2024-2025), which is EU-funded research focused on hydrological measurements. She teaches across multiple programs including Civil Protection, Hydraulic Protection of the Territory, Prevention and Protection from Climate Risks, and specialized courses on data visualization for scientific research. Her teaching spans both undergraduate and graduate levels across Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Environmental and Land Management Engineering programs.

• Sustainable Mobility
• Architectural Design
• Urban Design
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Riccardo Palma is a Full Professor at Polytechnic University of Turin's Department of Architecture and Design, specializing in architectural composition and urban design. His research focuses on sustainable mobility infrastructure, particularly the design of long-distance cycling routes and integration of historical infrastructure into contemporary landscapes. He coordinates projects like CYCLING WATERWAYS (EU-funded) and Ri-REVERSE (regional development), and leads the doctoral program in Architecture History and Design. His research explores the intersection of architectural design, cartography, and sustainable mobility systems. Key interests include: Cycling infrastructure as cultural landscape Architectural theory and pedagogy Adaptive reuse of transport heritage Multiscalar territorial design Publications consistently address sustainable mobility solutions through architectural interventions, with recent works examining cycle tourism infrastructure, self-sufficient shelters for cyclists, and integration of cycling networks with cultural heritage landscapes. This research aligns with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and ERC sector PE8_3 (Civil Engineering and Architecture). Awards: PAN Ardito Desio (Landscape, Architecture, Nature) - IPSAPA (2010) Supervision & Projects: Currently mentors PhD candidates researching cycle route design methodologies. Leads multiple competitive projects including EU territorial cooperation programs and regional infrastructure studies. Coordinates commercial research agreements with municipalities for cycling network development and historical infrastructure reuse.

Stephen LivingstoneView profile

Professor

• Glaciology
• Glacial Geology
• Ice Sheet Dynamics
• +5 more

Professor Stephen Livingstone is a leading glaciologist and physical geographer at the University of Sheffield's School of Geography and Planning. He holds a BSc from the University of Bristol (2006) and a PhD from Durham University (2010) on ice sheet dynamics of the British-Irish Ice Sheet. His career includes a PDRA position at Durham and a NERC Fellowship before joining Sheffield in 2011. He was appointed Professor in 2020. His research focuses on glacial geology, ice sheet dynamics, and subglacial processes. Key areas include meltwater drainage beneath ice sheets, subglacial lake dynamics, and the reconstruction of paleo-ice stream behavior. Recent work explores surface meltwater impacts on Greenland's ice dynamics and the geomorphological legacy of past ice sheets. Research highlights include mapping subglacial meltwater corridors, analyzing subglacial lake activity in Greenland, and reconstructing the retreat of the British-Irish Ice Sheet using cosmogenic dating. His work integrates field data, remote sensing, and numerical modeling to address climate-driven ice sheet instability. Teaching responsibilities include courses on cryosphere science, remote sensing, and research methodology. He leads initiatives like the Peak District glacial history project and has secured grants totaling over £260k from NERC. His research outputs span over 100 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nature , Quaternary Science Reviews , and Earth Surface Processes and Landforms .

Ersin UzunView profile

Professor

• Usable Security and Privacy
• Network and IoT Security
• Privacy Enhancing Technologies
• +3 more

Ersin Uzun serves as the Katherine Johnson Endowed Executive Director of RIT's ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute and Professor in the Department of Cybersecurity at the Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences. His expertise spans Usable Security/Privacy, IoT Security, and Privacy Enhancing Technologies. Education: M.S. and Ph.D. from University of California Executive Ignite Program graduate from Stanford Graduate School of Business Research Interests: Focuses on bridging academic research with industry applications, including deepfake detection tools like DeFake, network-layer trust mechanisms in content-centric networking, and differential privacy in secure data aggregation. His work emphasizes practical security solutions for emerging technologies. Key Collaborations: Google Cybersecurity Clinics Fund ($500K to support cybersecurity education and public service) Alstom Signaling collaboration for transportation cybersecurity innovation Advisor to U.S. National Science Foundation, Research Council of Canada, and other global bodies Awards & Recognition: Over 100 patents and 50+ peer-reviewed publications Inducted into University of California Information and Computer Sciences Hall of Fame Labs & Initiatives: Leads the ESL Global Cybersecurity Institute, fostering interdisciplinary research in cybersecurity education, threat mitigation, and industry partnerships.

Beverley WempleView profile

Professor

• Hydrology
• Geomorphology
• Water Resources Management
• +5 more

Beverley Wemple is a Professor of Geography and Environmental Sciences at the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources, University of Vermont. She specializes in hydrologic and geomorphic processes in forested watersheds, with a focus on runoff generation, sediment production, and land-use impacts. Her work integrates field studies, simulation modeling, and GIS techniques to address environmental challenges like climate change and flood mitigation. Education: Ph.D. (1998) in Forest Ecology from Oregon State University; M.S. (1994) in Physical Geography from Oregon State University; B.A. (1986) in Economics and German from the University of Richmond. Postdoctoral research at the USFS Pacific Northwest Research Station preceded her 1999 appointment at UVM. Research Interests: Water resources management, mountain environments, and human-environment interactions. Current projects include the Mt. Mansfield Watershed Study and the Functioning Floodplain Initiative, aiming to enhance flood resiliency and water quality in Vermont. Teaching: Courses span physical geography, watershed processes, GIS, and human-environmental systems. She mentors graduate students in Geology and the Rubenstein School and engages undergraduates in field research. Grants and Collaborations: Focus on floodplain restoration, road erosion mitigation, and climate adaptation. Active in interdisciplinary initiatives like the Northeast Evaluation Testbeds for Hydrologic Impacts Forecasting. Labs/Teams: Leads field-based research programs and collaborates with academic, governmental, and community partners to translate science into policy and practice.

• Urban Planning
• Environmental Science
• GIS and Spatial Analysis
• +3 more

Negar Ahmadpoor is a Lecturer in the School of Engineering and the Built Environment at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). Her work focuses on urban planning, environmental science, GIS applications, and the interplay between technology and spatial cognition. She explores topics such as urban resilience, greenspace utilization, and the impact of digital tools like GPS systems on navigation and urban design. Her research emphasizes understanding how digital technologies reshape human interaction with urban environments. Key areas include flood resilience in cities, spatial knowledge acquisition through mobile maps, and the morphology of urban villages in China. She also investigates transportation accessibility and its economic implications for regional growth. Notable publications span from 2017 to 2024, addressing themes like air quality comparisons between biking and driving routes in the UK, pandemic-era greenspace valuation, and the neuroscientific underpinnings of place perception. While no awards are explicitly stated, her contributions reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary urban studies. No grants, labs, or formal advising roles are documented in the provided texts. Her work bridges theoretical urban design principles with applied spatial analysis, aiming to inform sustainable and resilient urban development strategies.

Marta Borowska-StefańskaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Spatial Planning
• Environmental Management
• Flood Risk Management
• +4 more

Marta Borowska-Stefańska is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of the Built Environment and Spatial Policy, Faculty of Geographical Sciences, University of Lodz. She serves as Deputy Director of the Institute, overseeing organizational matters. Her academic roles include teaching and research. Education: PhD in Geography (2014) from University of Lodz, with a thesis on flood-prone area management. She has participated in extensive professional development, including ESRI GIS training, DAAD-funded stays in Germany, and ERASMUS+ collaborations in Romania and Slovakia. Research focuses on spatial planning, flood risk management, GIS applications, and urban mobility. Key projects include optimizing flood evacuation strategies, analyzing pandemic-induced transport changes, and assessing road network vulnerability under flooding. She leads grants like IDUB-funded studies on mobility patterns of the elderly and post-pandemic transport systems. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, with international collaborations and publications spanning disaster management, transport systems, and spatial policy. Projects often involve applied tools like network analysis and simulation modeling. Grants and Projects: IDUB grants on flood risk management and elderly mobility; ERASMUS+ initiatives enhancing academic exchange. Active in conferences and editorial roles, including co-editing the 'Biuletyn Uniejowski.'

Bodo BernsdorfView profile

Lecturer

• Geoinformatics
• Risk Management
• Remote Sensing
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Bodo Bernsdorf is a Lecturer in Geoinformatics and Spatial Analysis at Technische Hochschule Georg Agricola (THGA) and Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, specializing in Geomonitoring in mining, risk management, and geospatial technologies. He also serves as a Senior Consultant at the Post-Mining Research Center and holds leadership roles in fire department and emergency response initiatives. His career spans over three decades, with expertise in geoinformatics, remote sensing, and disaster management. Education: PhD in Physical Geography from the University of Trier (2000), with research on snowmelt erosion in Canada. Earlier studies at the University of Cologne and Trier. Research Interests: Integration of UAVs, thermal imaging, and sensor networks for environmental monitoring, risk assessment in gas infrastructure, and spatial data applications in firefighting and disaster response. Key areas include geospatial data infrastructure, emergency routing systems, and interdisciplinary approaches to safety and environmental management. Recent Research Trends: Focus on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for gas leak detection, satellite-based flood monitoring, and geospatial tools for emergency services. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in public safety and environmental policy. Professional Memberships: President of the German Geoinformation Association (until 2009), leader of the Research Committee in the VdF NRW e.V., and key roles in the vfdb e.V. communications committee. Advisory Roles: Project leader in gas safety (KaMonSys), routing optimization for volunteer fire departments, and geospatial infrastructure development for municipalities. Labs/Teams: Active in the Post-Mining Research Group and collaborates with institutions like the Institute of the Fire Department NRW and the EFTAS Remote Sensing company.