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Brad GemmellView profile

Associate Professor

• Marine Ecology
• Fluid Dynamics
• Animal Behavior
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Brad Gemmell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of South Florida (USF), within the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on marine ecology, fluid dynamics, and animal behavior, particularly investigating how organisms interact with fluid environments. He employs advanced imaging techniques like particle image velocimetry and holographic cinematography to study predator-prey dynamics, environmental pollutant impacts, and bio-inspired design principles. Education: Ph.D. in Marine Science (University of Texas, Austin, 2011); B.S. in Biology (University of Victoria, 2006). Research Interests: Gemmell explores fluid-organism interactions, evolutionary arms races between predators and prey, and the ecological consequences of marine pollutants such as oil spills. His work bridges biology and physics, with a focus on jellyfish propulsion, ctenophore predation, and the hydrodynamics of swimming in marine organisms. Lab and Collaborations: The Gemmell Lab develops biohybrid robotic jellyfish and examines the role of marine organisms in ecosystem processes. Current projects include studies on salp colony locomotion, shark scale bristling, and the ecological impacts of gelatinous zooplankton. Advising and Grants: Gemmell actively mentors graduate students and has secured grants for research on ctenophore predation, marine fluid mechanics, and bio-inspired engineering. He is currently accepting graduate students for collaborative projects.

Ben BaylisView profile

Research Fellow

• Biophysics
• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
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Ben Baylis is a Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of Guelph supervised by John Dutcher, specializing in biophysical characterization of soft nanomaterials using atomic force microscopy (AFM). His work focuses on phytoglycogen nanoparticles, examining structural and mechanical responses to acid hydrolysis, shear extrusion, and hydration. His research spans biophysics, nanotechnology, and materials science, with significant contributions to understanding nanoparticle deformability, binding affinity, and biomedical applications. Recent extensions include machine learning analysis of polymer pipes and zebrafish heart regeneration studies investigating triiodothyronine's role in immune response and tissue repair. Analysis of his 2017-2025 publications reveals consistent innovation in AFM methodologies for soft matter, particularly in mapping how processing conditions alter phytoglycogen properties. His work bridges fundamental nanoscience with practical applications in biomedicine (heart regeneration) and food science (oleogel structuring). Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned in source text. Advising and Grants: No student supervision or grant details provided; current role indicates active postdoctoral research under Prof. Dutcher's mentorship. Labs and Teams: Integral member of John Dutcher's research group at the University of Guelph, advancing soft matter physics through cutting-edge AFM techniques and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Yanyan ZhangView profile

Professor

• Flavor Chemistry
• Food Biotechnology
• Aroma Characterization
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Yanyan Zhang is a Professor and Director of the Department of Flavor Chemistry at the University of Hohenheim. Her research focuses on aroma characterization, natural flavor production through biotechnology, and sensory quality improvement in foods and beverages. Research utilizes advanced techniques including GC-MS-Olfactometry and SAFE extraction to identify key flavor compounds and their formation pathways. Current projects explore fungal fermentation for novel non-alcoholic beverages and valorization of agricultural byproducts. Awards include the DECHEMA Young Scientist Award and Nestlé Silver Award for Flavor Science. Zhang serves on editorial boards and leads international research collaborations in food biotechnology.

Maryam MohammadipourView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Management
• Inventory Management
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Dr. Maryam Mohammadipour is a Senior Lecturer in Operations Management at Middlesex University's Faculty of Business and Law, Department of Strategy, Leadership & Operations. She specializes in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, and Inventory Management with a focus on digitalization and omnichannel strategies. Education: BSc/MSc in Industrial Engineering, PhD in Business Forecasting (Brunel University). Research interests include intermittent demand forecasting, supply chain agility, and grocery retail optimization. Teaches modules such as Operations Management and International Logistics Management. Supervising PhD students: Adwoa Owusu-Nimoh (2020–present) and Golshan Ahmadi (2023–present) Recent research focuses on digital transformation in supply chains and perishable inventory management Publications span forecasting methodologies, supply chain strategies, and omnichannel logistics with 173 total downloads of her work.

Seongho SongView profile

Professor

• Bayesian Statistics
• Biostatistics
• Statistical Modeling
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Seongho Song is a Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cincinnati. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Connecticut (2005). His research focuses on Bayesian statistical methods, biostatistics, and computational biology, with applications in genetics, environmental science, and healthcare. Song has led or collaborated on grants totaling over $4.7M, including projects funded by DARPA, NIH, and the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology. Education: Ph.D. in Statistics, University of Connecticut (2005) Positions: Assistant (2005-2011) → Associate (2011-2019) → Full Professor (2019–Present) Research interests include Bayesian hierarchical models, longitudinal data analysis, and bioinformatics. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Biostatistics , Frontiers in Genetics , and Journal of Productivity Analysis . Recent work involves modeling circadian rhythms, lung disease progression, and oceanographic systems. Teaching responsibilities include graduate courses in Bayesian analysis, statistical computing, and linear models. He has served on editorial boards for Sankhya Series B and IEEE Transactions on Computational Biology , and chairs the EAC-ISBA Special Interest Group.

Jennifer GallowayView profile

Professor

• Palynology
• Paleoecology
• Climate Change
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Jennifer Galloway is a Researcher at the Geological Survey of Canada and a Professor at Brandon University's Department of Geology. She specializes in palynology and paleoecology , focusing on climate change impacts across various time scales, particularly in Arctic Canada and northern ecosystems . Her work spans Jurassic-Cretaceous stratigraphy , Holocene lake sediments , and contaminant geochemistry in mining-impacted environments. Education: PhD in Earth Sciences from Carleton University (2002-2006), BSc in Biology from Queen's University (1997-2002) Her research integrates palynological biostratigraphy , geochemical analysis , and environmental monitoring to address questions about terrestrial vegetation changes , volcanic impacts , and metal contamination dynamics . Recent publications highlight studies on peat accumulation rates , Arctic wildfire history , and arsenic mobility under climate change. She has served as Editor-in-Chief for the Bulletin of Canadian Energy Geoscience (2020-2024) and editorial advisory boards for journals like the Journal of Cretaceous Research. Key scientific awards include the Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada Visiting Fellow in Canadian Government Laboratory (2009) . She has collaborated with international institutions such as Aarhus University (Denmark) and Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland . Her fieldwork includes significant projects in Ellesmere Island , Vancouver Island , and Northwest Territories , utilizing techniques like Itrax XRF core-scanning and uranium-lead zircon dating . She has also contributed to environmental monitoring frameworks for mining impacts and climate change resilience studies in subarctic lakes.

Arthur J. RagauskasView profile

Professor

• Biorefining
• Lignocellulosic Biomass Conversion
• Biofuels
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Arthur J. Ragauskas is the UT-ORNL Governor’s Chair for Biorefining and Acting Department Head in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Tennessee, with a complementary appointment in the Department of Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries. He is affiliated with Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s Energy and Environmental Sciences Directorate. Education: PhD (1985) and BS (1980) in Chemistry from the University of Western Ontario. His research focuses on sustainable bioresources, lignocellulosic biomass conversion, biofuels, and upcycling waste plastics. He leads a team of graduate students, postdocs, and researchers, with over 488 publications. Research Interests: Biorefining, lignin valorization, nanolignocellulosics, green chemistry, and bio-based materials. He explores novel technologies for biomass fractionation, enzymatic hydrolysis, and biorefinery integration. Awards: 2024 Lithuanian Global Award, 2022 RSC Environment Prize, 2018 Royal Society of Chemistry Fellow, 2012 AAAS Fellow, and 2008 Fulbright Chair in Alternative Energy. Grants & Collaboration: Sponsored by NSF, USDA, DOE, and industry consortia. He advises on global initiatives, including the U.S. DOE’s Bio Energy Science Center (BESC). Labs & Teams: Directs interdisciplinary research labs focused on biomass conversion, catalytic processes, and sustainable materials. Active in editorships and advisory roles globally.

Kenneth H. CarlsonView profile

Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Resources Management
• Energy Systems
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Kenneth H. Carlson is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University (CSU), with over 25 years of expertise in water and wastewater management. He directs the Center for Energy Water Sustainability (CEWS), focusing on optimizing energy-water synergies, produced water treatment, and climate adaptation strategies for military installations. His research spans hydraulic fracturing wastewater management, real-time groundwater monitoring, and GIS-based decision tools for oil and gas operations. Education: B.S. in Chemical Engineering (University of Wisconsin, 1983), M.S. in Civil Engineering (CSU, 1993), Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (University of Colorado Boulder, 1996). Research Interests: Energy-water nexus, produced water treatment innovations, climate resilience in infrastructure, and agricultural reuse of treated wastewater. Current projects include using treated produced water for biofuel crop irrigation, analyzing soil and crop impacts, and developing climate adaptation frameworks for military bases. Key Contributions: Pioneered water stewardship models for oil and gas operators, explored methane emission reduction in natural gas engines, and advanced AI-driven membrane separation technologies. His work bridges environmental engineering, sustainability, and policy, addressing global challenges in resource management. Labs/Teams: Director of the Center for Energy Water Sustainability (CEWS), collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on water-energy-food systems integration and smart cities initiatives.

Vivek RanadeView profile

Professor

• Process Intensification
• Chemical Reactor Engineering
• Multiphase Flows
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Prof. Vivek Ranade is a Bernal Chair Professor of Process Engineering at the Bernal Institute, University of Limerick, and a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Queen's University Belfast. He leads research in multiphase reactors, process intensification, and sustainable energy/water technologies. His work spans applications in energy, water, and fine chemicals sectors, with contributions to industrial flow modeling, CFD, and digital twins. Education: B.Tech in Chemical Engineering (1983) and PhD (1988) from the Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai. Postdoctoral research at ETH Zurich (1988–1990). Served as Deputy Director at CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (NCL) until 2016. Holds adjunct roles at the Institute of Chemical Technology and Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research. Research Interests: Multiphase flow dynamics, reactor engineering, process intensification, hydrodynamic cavitation, and sustainable technologies. Co-founded Tridiagonal Solutions and VIVIRA Process Technologies to commercialize innovations. Awards: Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize (2004), Swarnajayanti Fellowship, Fellowships from IChemE, Indian National Science Academy, and multiple academies. Advising: Guided over 20 PhD students; involved in industrial collaborations and start-ups. Labs/Teams: Leads the Multiphase Reactors group at UL and QUB, and collaborates on projects like the MAGIC initiative for specialty chemicals.

Jonathan W. MooreView profile

Professor

• Aquatic Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Freshwater Ecosystems
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Jonathan W. Moore is a Professor of Aquatic Ecology & Conservation and Liber Ero Chair of Coastal Science and Management at Simon Fraser University's Department of Biological Sciences. His research focuses on the conservation and ecology of aquatic systems, particularly Pacific salmon ecosystems, and integrates field experiments, modeling, and stable isotope techniques to address human impacts on freshwater and coastal environments. He leads the Salmon Watersheds Lab, collaborating with over 40 organizations on projects across British Columbia. Education: B.A. from Carleton College, Ph.D. from University of Washington, Seattle, and postdoctoral fellowship at National Marine Fisheries Service. Research Interests: Glacier retreat and salmon habitats, climate change impacts on salmon populations, estuary resilience to sea-level rise, Indigenous data sovereignty, and terminal fisheries management. Moore’s work emphasizes conservation implications, such as mitigating mining claims on future salmon habitats, restoring estuaries, and advancing adaptive management strategies. His lab has published in high-impact journals like Science and collaborates with First Nations on land-use planning and stewardship. Notable grants include funding for the Watershed Futures Initiative. He advises numerous graduate students and has contributed to policy discussions on salmon futures through media and podcasts.

Ammar Al-BaziView profile

Associate Professor

• Operations Research
• Supply Chain Management
• Simulation and Optimization
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Dr. Ammar Al-Bazi is an Associate Professor in Operations and Supply Chain Simulation at Aston Business School, part of the College of Business and Social Sciences at Aston University. He holds a PhD in Simulation and Optimization from Teesside University and an MSc in Statistics and Operational Research from the University of Baghdad. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and has led multiple funded projects, including those supported by Innovate UK and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). His research focuses on applying simulation, optimization, AI, and digital technologies to solve real-world challenges in logistics, energy, and manufacturing. Education: PhD in Simulation and Optimization, Teesside University (UK) MSc in Statistics and Operational Research, University of Baghdad (Iraq) BSc (Honors) in Operational Research, Al-Mansour College University (Iraq) Research Interests: Simulation and optimization techniques for supply chain management Energy efficiency and demand-side management Transportation and logistics optimization (including drones) Artificial Intelligence applications in manufacturing and healthcare Risk mitigation and disruption management in operations Recent Article Trends: Dr. Al-Bazi's recent work emphasizes digital twin technology, IoT integration in energy systems, and resilience in supply chains. His studies often combine machine learning with traditional optimization methods to address challenges like emissions prediction, consumer behavior modeling, and pandemic logistics. Awards and Roles: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) External Examiner for PhD programs at multiple universities Editorial board member of journals like Supply Chain Analytics and Journal of Information and Communication Technology Grants and Funding: £39,751 (Innovate UK) for dynamic railway contaminant control barriers £202,308 (KTP, Innovate UK) for collaboration with The Birmingham Assay Office Multiple KEEN and KTP projects focusing on SME performance improvement Advisory and Teaching: He supervises PhD students on topics like behavioral decision-making in healthcare logistics and renewable energy integration. He teaches courses in operations management, simulation for project management, and business analytics.

Amina SchartupView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Toxicology
• Biogeochemistry
• Mercury Cycling
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Amina Schartup is Associate Professor at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, affiliated with the Geosciences Research Division. Her research examines mercury cycling in marine environments, climate change impacts on contaminant distribution, and public health implications. Research focuses on: Mercury biogeochemical cycling Trace metal interactions Marine food web contamination Climate-contaminant interactions Environmental toxicology Leads the Schartup Lab investigating trace metal effects on planetary and human health. Current projects include mercury speciation time series at Scripps Pier and studies of mercury dynamics in coastal systems.

Zong LiuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Agricultural Engineering
• Manure Management
• Water Quality
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Zong Liu serves as an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M University within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, affiliated with the WMHS Program. His research addresses critical agricultural waste management challenges, particularly in dairy operations and water resource protection. His primary research domains include: Agricultural Engineering Manure Management Systems Water Quality Monitoring Dairy Production Technology Environmental Pathogen Control Machine Learning Applications Dr. Liu develops engineering solutions for pathogen reduction, nutrient recovery, and sustainable disposal methods, with recent work expanding into virtual reality educational tools and emergency response protocols for dairy crises. His publications demonstrate consistent integration of computational methods with practical agricultural engineering. Analysis of his 2015-2025 publications reveals dominant focus areas: dairy manure treatment (60% of works), pathogen reduction technologies (40%), and emerging applications of machine learning (15%). The research trajectory shows progression from fundamental laboratory studies (2015-2017) toward integrated field solutions and crisis management systems (2020-2025), with increasing interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental science, data analytics, and extension education domains.

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Wastewater Treatment Processes
• Quantum Computing Applications
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Po-Heng (Henry) Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on wastewater engineering, environmental biotechnology, and quantum computing applications in microbial systems. He leads the Industrial Biotechnology Hub, Microbiome Network, and Quantum Engineering, Science and Technology initiatives. Dr. Lee holds a PhD from Iowa State University (2010) and earlier degrees from institutions in Taiwan. His academic career includes roles at Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2012-2018) and Inha University (2010-2012) before joining Imperial College in 2019. His research integrates quantum information theory with environmental engineering, exploring electron transfer mechanisms, anaerobic digestion optimization, and water reuse in AI/semiconductor contexts. Techniques include quantum computing platforms (IBM Qiskit, Xanadu), meta-omics, and Gaussian Bosonic Sampling. Key application areas include enhancing antibiotic and nitrogen removal via microbiome-conductive material interactions, smart chemical dosing for industrial cooling systems, and optimizing full-scale wastewater plants. His work bridges quantum mechanics and microbial ecology to address sustainability challenges. Dr. Lee's lab develops innovative solutions for resource recovery, greenhouse gas reduction, and bioplastic production. Major collaborations focus on AI-driven process control and semiconductor manufacturing wastewater treatment.

Viviane YargeauView profile

Professor

• Water Resources Management
• Environmental Engineering
• Wastewater Treatment
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Viviane Yargeau is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at McGill University. She holds degrees in Chemical Engineering (ing, BChE, MScA, PhD) from Université de Sherbrooke. Her research focuses on protecting water resources through advanced treatment technologies, including photocatalysis, ozonation, and toxicity assessment of contaminants. She leads the Controlling Contaminants of Concern (3Cs) research group. Her work addresses emerging contaminants such as tire wear compounds (6PPDQ), pharmaceuticals, and microplastics. She explores innovative materials like TiO₂ nanotubes for water purification and evaluates ecological impacts of agricultural chemicals via mesocosm experiments. She pioneered wastewater-based epidemiology to monitor drug use across global cities. Key contributions include developing high-throughput toxicity assays (e.g., LuminoTox) and optimizing catalytic ozonation processes. Her lab investigates the environmental fate of nanomaterials and endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Recent studies highlight contaminants in remote ecosystems and urban air pollution from tire wear. She collaborates internationally on multi-year wastewater surveillance projects and advises on policy for contaminant management. Her research bridges engineering, chemistry, and ecology to address 21st-century water challenges.