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Michael T. MyersView profile

Associate Professor

• Rock and fluid properties
• Static and dynamic properties of porous media
• Reservoir characterization
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Dr. Michael T. Myers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Petroleum Engineering at the University of Houston, part of the Cullen College of Engineering. He holds the Ali Daneshy Endowed College Professorship. With 25 years of research experience in rock and fluid properties, he previously served as Adjunct Faculty before transitioning to full-time. His research focuses on static and dynamic properties of porous media, with applications in reservoir characterization and well-log analysis. Education: PhD in Physics (Nonlinear Optics) and MS in Physics from the University of Michigan, and BS in Physics from Michigan Technological University. He teaches PETR 6312: Well Log Evaluation of Petroleum Formations. His recent publications (2017–2018) emphasize shale reservoir imaging, rock salt elasticity, and electromagnetic rock properties. He advises four current graduate students and has collaborated widely in geophysical and petrophysical studies. Research trends include multidisciplinary approaches combining microscopy, seismic modeling, and dielectric measurements for reservoir evaluation. Professional activities and honors remain unstated. His work is grounded in both academic and industry experience, bridging theoretical physics and practical petroleum engineering challenges.

Tanja WilliamsonView profile

Adjunct Assistant Professor

• Soil Science
• Hydrology
• Water Resource Management
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Tanja Williamson is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at the University of Kentucky and a Research Hydrologist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Water Science Center. Her work focuses on hydrological processes, soil-water interactions, and the environmental impacts of land-use changes, particularly in agricultural and natural systems. Education: PhD in Soil and Water Science (University of California, Riverside, 1999), MS in Earth Science (UC Riverside, 1995), BS in Geoscience (Pennsylvania State University, 1992). Research Interests: Williamson’s expertise spans soil-water dynamics, hydrologic modeling, climate change effects on water resources, and the application of remote sensing (e.g., UAS photogrammetry) to monitor agricultural and environmental systems. Her projects address challenges such as tile-drain mapping, sediment transport in agricultural watersheds, and the resilience of farming practices under climate variability. Professional Experience: Since 2010, she has led USGS research on water-resource sustainability. Her adjunct role at UK bridges academic and applied research, emphasizing collaboration with universities and agencies. Key projects include quantifying phosphorus/sediment transport in the Great Lakes region and simulating soil-water availability under climate scenarios.

Becki ScottView profile

Lecturer

• Forensic Science
• Archaeological Materials Analysis
• Portable XRF Technology
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Becki Scott is a Lecturer in Forensic Science at the School of Health and Life Sciences (SHLS) at the University of Teesside. She holds a PhD from Cranfield University (2011) focusing on forensic and archaeological glass analyses. Her expertise includes material provenancing using portable XRF, heritage crime investigation, and forensic geosciences. Education: PhD: Cranfield University (2011) MSc Forensic Archaeology & Anthropology: Cranfield University (2007) MSc Cultural Landscape Management: University of Wales Lampeter (2005) BSc Archaeology: University of Wales Lampeter (2002) Her research interests revolve around the application and limitations of portable XRF technology, archaeological material provenancing, and combating heritage crime. She has conducted fieldwork in the Caribbean and contributed to projects like the ERC ARCHGLASS initiative investigating Roman glass production. Her work bridges academic research and industry, with four years in commercial analytical services.

Livia LantiniView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Civil Engineering
• Geosciences
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
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Dr. Livia Lantini is a Senior Lecturer in Civil Engineering at the School of Computing and Engineering, University of West London. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering and an MSc in Infrastructure and Transportation Engineering from Rome Tre University, Italy, and a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of West London. Her research focuses on non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, particularly Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), for civil engineering infrastructure assessment and tree health monitoring. She has been recognized with the 'Best Paper' award at the 2020 IEEE International Conference on Telecommunications and Signal Processing. Education: BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering, Rome Tre University, Italy MSc in Infrastructure and Transportation Engineering, Rome Tre University, Italy PhD in Civil Engineering, University of West London, UK Research Interests: Lantini’s work emphasizes innovative applications of GPR and other NDT techniques to evaluate infrastructure integrity and tree health. Her research includes GPR-based tree root mapping, decay detection in tree trunks, and the use of radar for bridge monitoring. She explores integration of GPR with technologies like LiDAR and deep learning for enhanced accuracy and cost-effectiveness. Her studies contribute to sustainable urban planning and infrastructure resilience. Grants & Collaborations: She actively collaborates on projects involving tree-root interactions with infrastructure, bridge health monitoring, and geostatistical analysis of urban tree systems. Her work bridges civil engineering and environmental science to address challenges in urban ecosystems and infrastructure longevity. Labs/Teams: Coordinates the Early Career Researcher (ECR) Network at her university, fostering interdisciplinary research collaborations. Engages in international forums, including presentations at the House of Lords and EGU General Assemblies, promoting applied NDT innovations.

Umesh HaritashyaView profile

Professor

• Glaciology
• Remote Sensing
• GIScience
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Dr. Umesh Haritashya is a Professor and Director of the Sustainability Program at the University of Dayton’s College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Earth and Environmental Geosciences. He also contributes to the Hanley Sustainability Institute. With a Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology (2005), his postdoctoral work included NASA’s GLIMS project and USAID collaborations. He teaches courses in environmental geology, remote sensing, geomorphology, and glacial geology. His research focuses on climate change impacts on the cryosphere, glacial hydrology, and high-mountain hazards like GLOFs and landslides. Using satellite and field data, he explores glacier dynamics, sediment transport, and sustainable development connections. His interdisciplinary work spans over $3 million in grants since 2012, including NASA-funded projects on Himalayan glaciers and Karakoram hazards. Key research interests include machine learning in remote sensing, GIScience applications, and cryospheric geomorphology. He has authored/co-authored numerous publications on glacial lakes, climate change, and disaster risk reduction, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions to mountain hazards and sustainability challenges.

Brandon VogtView profile

Associate Professor

• Geomorphology
• Mountain meteorology and microclimate
• Terrestrial 3D laser scanning
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Brandon Vogt is an Associate Professor and Graduate Director in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). His roles include teaching advanced courses in geomorphology, meteorology, and geospatial technologies while leading the Master of Applied Geography program. Vogt’s research focuses on mountain meteorology, geomorphology, and geovisualization, with notable work on Colorado’s lightning patterns, terrain-climate interactions, and field-based educational practices. Education - PhD in Geography, Arizona State University (2007) - MA in Geography, Arizona State University (2000) - BS in Natural Resource Management, University of Missouri (1992) Research Interests Vogt’s work bridges physical geography and applied education. Key areas include: - Mountain weather systems and microclimates - Terrestrial laser scanning for landscape analysis - GIS applications in environmental monitoring - High-impact teaching methods like field studies Recent Work Trends Publications emphasize Colorado’s climatic and geomorphic features, with recurring themes in lightning mapping, educational innovation, and geospatial technologies. Recent articles highlight experiential learning in mountain meteorology and GIS curriculum development. Service & Awards - 2020 Teaching Online Program (TOP) Badge Holder - 2014 LAS Outstanding Teaching Award - AAG Applied Geography Specialty Group Award (2010) - Leadership roles in AAG divisions and applied geography conferences Grants & Advising Recipient of the 2012 AAG Enhancing Departments and Graduate Education (EDGE) Grant. Advises graduate students in applied geography and co-teaches interdisciplinary courses like Sonic Landscapes (integrating art and geography). Labs & Teams Maintains UCCS’s geography website and organizes the Cafe Scientifique public lecture series. Active in the Mountain Geography Specialty Group (MGSG) as Secretary/Treasurer (2021–2022).

Wilfried van SarkView profile

Professor

• Solar Energy
• Smart Grids
• Photovoltaics
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Wilfried van Sark is a Professor of Solar Energy Integration at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, Utrecht University. He specializes in photovoltaics, smart grids, and renewable energy systems. With over 35 years of experience, his research focuses on solar energy integration, including building-integrated photovoltaics, offshore floating PV systems, and smart grid technologies. Education: M.Sc. in Experimental Physics (1985), Utrecht University Ph.D. in III-V Solar Cell Development (Nijmegen University) Research Interests: Photovoltaic module performance and life cycle analysis Solar forecasting and energy yield optimization Offshore and floating solar systems Smart grid integration and electric mobility Publications & Roles: Over 200 peer-reviewed publications and four co-edited books Associate Editor of Solar Energy and Frontiers in Energy Research Member of IEEE, ISES, and organizing committees for global PV conferences Key Contributions: Pioneered research on offshore floating PV systems Developed spectral shifting processes for next-gen photovoltaics Advocated for data-driven solar energy policy and grid management

Joost VervoortView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Governance
• Foresight and Scenarios
• Transformative Imagination
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Dr. Joost Vervoort is an Associate Professor of Transformative Imagination at Utrecht University's Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, part of the Faculty of Geosciences. He specializes in environmental governance, foresight methodologies, and the role of imagination in societal transformations. His research bridges ecology, gaming, and creativity to address complex sustainability challenges. Education & Experience PhD from Wageningen University (2010) 7-year tenure at the University of Oxford's Environmental Change Institute Current roles: Visiting Fellow at Kyoto's Research Institute for Humanity and Nature, Fellow of the Urban Futures Studio Research Focus Joost's work centers on three pillars: Leveraging gaming, music, and psychedelics as tools for societal imagination Impact of resonant actions on public futures visions (e.g., Fossielvrij campaign) Building infrastructures enabling participatory futures exploration Key Projects NWO Vidi 'Anticiplay' (games for better futures) H2020 'CreaTures' (creative practices for transformations) CGIAR Climate Futures project (150+ global foresight processes) Awards & Recognition Ecological Society of America's 2019 Innovation in Sustainability Science Award NWO Vidi Fellowship (2018) Teaching Develops innovative courses like 'The Sustainability Game' (collaboration with Utrecht University of the Arts) and 'Global Transformation Project' involving 30+ countries. Creative Endeavors In his spare time, he is the singer of black metal band Terzij de Horde, whose 2022 album ranked #6 in NRC's Dutch albums list.

Mischa RepmannView profile

Lecturer

• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
• CO2 Mineralization
• Environmental Engineering
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Mischa Repmann is a Lecturer at the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, ETH Zurich. His research focuses on carbon capture and storage (CCS), particularly CO2 mineralization processes that integrate capture, storage, and utilization. He holds an MSc in Environmental Sciences from ETH Zurich and completed a PhD on CO2 mineralization using serpentine activation. Repmann has contributed to projects like SCCER-SoE (Swiss Competence Center for Energy Research) and the CARMA initiative, advancing CCS feasibility in Switzerland. Education: MSc in Environmental Sciences, ETH Zurich Doctoral Thesis: 'Combined CO2 Capture and Storage by Mineralization' Research Interests: Repmann’s work centers on designing scalable CO2 mineralization systems, converting flue gas emissions into durable carbonate products. He emphasizes combining capture, storage, and utilization to create economic and sustainable solutions. Key areas include serpentine activation kinetics, flue gas interactions, and process integration. Publications & Projects: His recent works include studies on flue gas CO2 mineralization using thermally activated serpentine and kinetic modeling of dissolution processes. He also promotes CCS outreach through initiatives like the Carbon Storage Showcase. Awards: Best Student award at IEA GHG R&D Programme Summer School, 2009 Outreach: Repmann actively communicates CCS science to policymakers and the public, addressing misconceptions through visual models and educational projects.

• Ocean Acoustics
• Physical Oceanography
• Marine Sciences
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Dr. Olaf Boebel is a Researcher at the Alfred Wegener Institute's Physical Oceanography department in Bremerhaven, Germany. He leads the Ocean Acoustics Group and specializes in ocean acoustics and the physical oceanography of the Weddell Sea. His work integrates acoustic monitoring, physical oceanography, and climate science to study Southern Ocean dynamics, ice shelf interactions, and marine biodiversity. Affiliations: Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research Key Roles: Head of Ocean Acoustics Group, Principal Investigator for Weddell Sea expeditions His research focuses on understanding Weddell Gyre circulation, under-ice shelf eddies, and acoustic tracking of marine mammals. He has led major projects like the MOSAiC expedition and contributed to acoustic monitoring frameworks for global ocean observation networks. Boebel's work bridges observational data (e.g., moored instruments, Argo floats) with climate modeling to address pressing environmental questions. Publications emphasize integrating acoustic data from Southern Ocean moorings with satellite observations, advancing techniques for whale presence detection, and analyzing hydrographic patterns influencing nutrient distribution. His contributions are critical to the Weddell Gyre Upwelling and Dynamical Processes (WedUP) initiative and global ocean sound monitoring efforts.

Freek van der MeerView profile

Professor

• Hyperspectral Remote Sensing
• Geothermal Energy
• Geological Exploration
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Freek van der Meer is Professor and Vice Dean at the University of Twente's Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation, where he leads the Department of Earth System Analysis. He holds adjunct positions at Delft University of Technology and Utrecht University. His research specializes in hyperspectral remote sensing for geological applications, geostatistical modeling of geothermal systems, and geoscience education. Key projects include EU Asialink BRIDGE and GEOCAP, focusing on sustainable geosystem exploration across Southeast Asia. Recent publications emphasize geoscience curriculum development, ecosystem resilience monitoring via spectroscopy, and advanced hyperspectral data processing techniques. His teaching covers physical principles of remote sensing and hyperspectral data analysis methodologies.

Alan BetetaView profile

Research Fellow

• Enhanced Oil Recovery
• Polymer Flooding
• Reservoir Engineering
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Alan Beteta is a Research Fellow at the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering within the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. His research focuses on advanced oil recovery techniques with emphasis on polymer applications in challenging reservoir conditions. His research spans Enhanced Oil Recovery, Polymer Flooding, Viscous Crossflow mechanisms, Adsorption Kinetics, and Wettability effects in porous media. These areas address critical challenges in extracting viscous oils under varying temperature, salinity, and geological conditions, contributing significantly to sustainable energy resource management. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals a strong experimental and modeling focus on polymer flooding efficiency. Key trends include mechanistic studies of viscous crossflow in heavy oil systems, performance evaluation of ATBS polymers in low-temperature reservoirs, and wettability impacts on fluid displacement patterns. His work bridges laboratory-scale observations with reservoir-scale implications through rigorous Darcy-scale modeling. Dr. Beteta operates within Heriot-Watt University's Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering, a specialized research hub advancing geoenergy solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration. The institute provides critical infrastructure for experimental reservoir studies and computational modeling in energy transition technologies.

Gary Douglas CouplesView profile

Professor

• Geomechanics
• Reservoir Engineering
• Fluid Flow Simulation
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Prof. Gary Douglas Couples is a Professor at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society and the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering. He holds dual professorships within these units. His academic journey includes a BSc and PhD from Texas A&M University, and an MSc from Rice University. Prior to academia, he worked in the oil industry and ran a consultancy before joining Glasgow University, later moving to Heriot-Watt in 1998. His research focuses on geomechanical processes, pore-scale and grain-scale studies, fractured reservoirs, and seal behavior. Key areas include numerical simulation of geomechanical processes, fluid-flow coupling, and rock mechanics testing apparatus design. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to energy and environmental sustainability. Recent publications emphasize interactions between fluid dynamics and rock mechanics, fracture mechanics, and advanced detection technologies. He has supervised one documented research project and maintains active collaborations in geomechanics and reservoir engineering. His contributions span experimental, theoretical, and applied research, addressing practical challenges in geo-energy and environmental engineering.

• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
• Underground Hydrogen Storage
• Reservoir Engineering
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Saeed Ghanbari serves as a Research Fellow at Heriot-Watt University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, affiliated with the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. His work focuses on advanced subsurface energy storage systems within geological formations. His research expertise spans Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), Underground Hydrogen Storage, and Reservoir Engineering, with specialized investigations into CO2 plume migration dynamics, legacy well integrity assessment, and numerical simulation of geochemical/microbial processes in storage reservoirs. Recent work emphasizes risk-based modeling frameworks for CO2 storage applications and the development of novel simulation techniques for hydrogen storage systems. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals a strong trend toward computational modeling of subsurface flow phenomena, particularly examining how geological heterogeneities and background flow conditions impact long-term storage security. His work consistently addresses critical challenges in geological storage safety and efficiency, contributing directly to clean energy transition technologies. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. No information regarding student supervision or research grant funding was available in the scraped content.

Ian PattisonView profile

Associate Professor

• Holistic Flood Management
• Natural Flood Management
• Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems
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Ian Pattison is an Associate Professor in Physical Geography and Leader of Geography Education at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society and the Institute for Infrastructure & Environment. His research focuses on holistic flood management, including Natural Flood Management (NFM), Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS), and flood forecasting technologies. He actively collaborates on projects in Mexico, such as IoT-based flood monitoring systems in Colima, and contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water, climate action, and resilient infrastructure. Research interests span fluvial geomorphology, hydrology, and the integration of environmental science with civil engineering. Key areas include sediment dynamics, rainfall simulator standardization, and the socio-technical challenges of water infrastructure in developing communities. Pattison leads interdisciplinary efforts, combining field observations, experimental methodologies, and advanced technologies like IoT sensors and machine learning for predictive modeling. He has published widely on topics such as climate change impacts on river flows, urban flood resilience, and soil compaction effects on catchment hydrology. Pattison accepts PhD students and engages in knowledge co-production with stakeholders to enhance emergency response resilience during flood disasters.