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Linda WaltersView profile

Professor

• Marine Ecology
• Estuarine Ecology
• Conservation Biology
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Linda Walters is a Pegasus Professor in the Department of Biology within the College of Sciences at the University of Central Florida. She directs the Coastal and Estuarine Ecology Laboratory (CEELAB), conducting field research at UCF's main campus and the Fellers House Field Station in Canaveral National Seashore. Her work focuses on Florida's Indian River Lagoon system, integrating ecological research with community engagement. Her research spans three primary domains: oyster reef restoration addressing boat wakes, algal blooms, invasive species, and microplastics; living shoreline stabilization studying mangrove/marshgrass recruitment and microplastic pollution; and wading bird conservation examining habitat use and human impacts. She employs interdisciplinary approaches combining field ecology, biogeochemistry, hydrodynamics, and social science, with strong emphasis on community science and K-12 outreach through children's storybooks and oyster storytelling yoga. Recent publications reveal intensifying focus on microplastic pollution pathways, climate-driven ecosystem shifts (tropicalization), and innovative restoration techniques like biodegradable materials. Her work increasingly integrates technology such as 360° virtual field trips and GIS mapping to enhance research accessibility and public engagement. Dr. Walters secures major funding from NSF, NOAA, Disney Conservation Fund, and state agencies. Her lab collaborates extensively with Florida Fish and Wildlife, National Park Service, Florida Sea Grant, and community organizations. She actively mentors undergraduate and graduate students through UCF's Biology Department, requiring prospective researchers to engage with CEELAB's restoration and outreach activities prior to developing independent projects. CEELAB operates as a hub for coastal research, bringing together biologists, engineers, social scientists, and volunteers. The lab maintains strong community ties through restoration workshops with Coastal Conservation Association-Florida and Mudhole Tackle, plus regular outreach events documented on their Facebook page. Their work directly informs regional conservation efforts in Florida's threatened estuarine ecosystems.

Peter AnthamattenView profile

Associate Professor

• Cartography
• Geography
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Peter Anthamatten is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography & Environmental Sciences at the University of Colorado Denver. His work bridges geography, environmental health, and spatial thinking, with a focus on how physical environments influence children's health behaviors. Education : PhD in Geography (University of Minnesota, 2007), MPH in Environmental Health (University of Minnesota, 2002), MA in Geography (University of Minnesota, 2001), BA in Geography, German, and Political Science with honors (University of Missouri, 1997). His research centers on health geography, examining built environments and children's physical activity, as well as geospatial education initiatives using National Geographic's giant maps. He also contributes to GIS applications in health sciences and environmental studies. Recent publications highlight his work on treeline ecology, PFAS water sampling prioritization, asthma exacerbation mapping, and innovative cartographic methods. His teaching includes courses on GIS, health geography, environmental health, and sustainable development.

Corrado LoglisciView profile

Assistant Professor

• Temporal Data Mining
• Temporal Learning
• Textual Data Mining
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Corrado Loglisci is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy. His research focuses on Temporal Data Mining , Machine Learning , and Quantum Computing , with applications in bioinformatics, medical informatics, and cybersecurity. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science with a thesis on temporal projection in longitudinal data. Research Highlights : Temporal Learning, Textual Data Mining, Quantum-Classical Hybrid Systems Collaborations : IRSTEA Research Institute (France), Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Greece) His publications address dynamic network analysis , emotion detection in social media , and quantum-enhanced classification . He contributes to program committees and journal editorial work, including a special issue on Mining Complex Patterns in the Journal of Intelligent Information Systems . Notable contributions include the jKarma framework for change detection and studies on concept drift robustness in intrusion detection systems. His work spans European/National research projects, leveraging machine learning for tasks like mobile crowd sensing trustworthiness prediction (2020) and investor behavior analysis (2023-2025).

• Applied Geology
• Groundwater Vulnerability
• Hydrogeology
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apl. Prof. Wolfgang Gossel is a Senior Scientist and Adjunct Professor in Hydrogeology at Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg. His research focuses on groundwater vulnerability assessment, hydrogeological modeling system coupling, and large-scale GIS applications in hydrology. He leads a multidisciplinary team including Dr. Christoph Bott, Dr. Andreas Englert, and others. Education: 1990: Diploma in Geology, RWTH Aachen University 1999: Doctor of Natural Sciences, Freie Universität Berlin 2008: Habilitation (venia legendi in Applied Geology), MLU Research Interests: Specializes in applied geology challenges such as groundwater system modeling interfaces and vulnerability analysis. His work bridges theoretical hydrogeology with practical GIS applications for environmental management. Publications: Recent work includes studies on groundwater vulnerability in India, paleo-saltwater intrusion modeling in Northeast Africa, and large-scale aquifer system analysis. Themes emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to complex hydrological systems. Team & Infrastructure: Manages a lab with researchers and assistants focusing on geospatial hydrology. Coordinates international collaborations through projects like the Nubian Aquifer System modeling.

Imre SalmaView profile

Professor

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Air Pollution
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Imre Salma is a Professor at the Department of Analytical Chemistry within the Faculty of Science at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE). His research focuses on atmospheric chemistry, aerosol physics, and environmental science, with an emphasis on particle formation, air quality, and health impacts. He holds a Doctor of Science (DSc) degree and has extensive experience in analytical techniques, including eddy accumulation and convolutional neural networks for particle detection. Salma’s work examines ultrafine particles in urban environments, investigating their sources, dynamics, and health consequences. His research spans long-term data analysis (e.g., 11-year datasets), lockdown effects on pollution, and regional comparisons across Europe. He also explores oxidative potential of particles, lung deposition mechanisms, and firework-related air quality degradation. Key applications include improving air quality monitoring, informing policy, and advancing climate models. His publications span aerosol nucleation mechanisms, hygroscopic properties, and interdisciplinary approaches bridging chemistry, computer science, and public health. Salma collaborates internationally, contributing to initiatives like the COST Action 633. His lab is located at the Institute of Chemistry in Budapest, with a focus on cutting-edge analytical methods and environmental problem-solving.

Braden LimbView profile

Researcher

• Sustainability
• Techno-Economics
• Life Cycle Analyses
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Dr. Braden Limb is a Research Scientist in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Colorado State University, affiliated with the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering. He works under Dr. Jason Quinn in the Sustainability Research Laboratory, focusing on techno-economic analyses and optimization of sustainable technologies like electrified transportation and carbon capture systems. Education: PhD in Systems Engineering, Colorado State University MS and BS in Mechanical Engineering, Utah State University Research Interests: His work spans techno-economics, life cycle analyses, and optimization of sustainable systems. Key areas include carbon capture technologies, renewable energy integration, thermal energy storage, and biofuel sustainability assessments. He evaluates the economic viability of emerging green infrastructure and climate financing mechanisms. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees listed. His research is supported by institutional collaborations within the Sustainability Research Laboratory. Labs/Teams: Active member of the Sustainability Research Laboratory, contributing to cross-disciplinary projects on energy systems and environmental policy.

• Biomedical Informatics
• Nursing Informatics
• Clinical Research Informatics
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Mollie R. Cummins is a Professor of Nursing and Adjunct Professor of Biomedical Informatics at the University of Utah, holding the Jon M. Huntsman Presidential Chair. With a PhD in nursing science and information science from Indiana University, she has pioneered the application of complexity science, AI, and data science in healthcare since joining the University of Utah in 2004. Her work spans biomedical informatics , exposure health informatics , and telemedicine , with a focus on health information exchange between emergency departments and poison control centers. Education : PhD (Indiana University), MSN (Northern Kentucky University), BSN (University of Illinois at Chicago) Her research develops models for bidirectional data exchange, sensor metadata integration in pediatric asthma studies (NIEHS R24), and digital phenotyping of PASC (NHLBI RECOVER). She leads national telemedicine trend analyses and co-directs the University of Utah's Exposure Health Informatics Ecosystem . Key contributions include: Scientific Awards Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) Fellow of the American College of Medical Informatics (FACMI) Jon M. Huntsman Presidential Chair She has mentored junior researchers in studies of poisoning communication, telehealth VR applications, and decentralized clinical research, with over 200 peer-reviewed publications. Her work aligns with the Institute of Medicine's learning health system vision, integrating population health, clinical care, and discovery through informatics innovation.

Atanas MihovView profile

Associate Professor

• International Finance
• Banking
• Operational Risk
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Atanas Mihov serves as Associate Professor of Finance and Capitol Federal Fellow at the University of Kansas School of Business, where he teaches International Finance and Commercial Credit Analysis at the undergraduate level. Since joining KU in 2020, he has maintained visiting positions with the Federal Reserve Banks of Dallas and Richmond, building on his prior role as Senior Financial Economist leading operational risk modeling for the Federal Reserve's stress-testing program. Education: Ph.D. in Finance, University of Florida Warrington College of Business (2014) B.S. in Business Administration – Finance, Ramapo College of New Jersey Research Focus: Dr. Mihov's scholarship centers on international finance, banking systems, operational risk dynamics, supply chain financial interactions, and corporate innovation mechanisms . His work bridges theoretical finance with regulatory applications, particularly examining how operational risk manifests across banking institutions and interacts with macroeconomic conditions. Current investigations explore AI's role in loss prediction, climate risk transmission, and payment timeliness effects on market returns. Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates concentrated exploration of operational risk in banking through 15 high-impact studies. Key themes include B2B payment analytics' relationship to stock returns, AI-driven operational loss modeling, climate risk quantification, workforce policy impacts on risk, and corporate espionage effects on innovation. These studies leverage unique datasets from banking institutions and regulatory filings, frequently appearing in top-tier journals like the Journal of Financial Economics . Scientific Recognition: Capitol Federal Fellow designation at University of Kansas Professional Engagement: Dr. Mihov serves as Associate Editor for Emerging Markets Review , reflecting his scholarly influence. While specific grant details aren't documented in source materials, his research trajectory indicates sustained support through Federal Reserve collaborations and university resources. His prior leadership of quantitative teams at the Richmond Fed demonstrates capacity for managing complex research initiatives. Research Infrastructure: Current work leverages KU's business school resources alongside ongoing Federal Reserve partnerships. His prior operational risk modeling team at the Richmond Fed established foundational methodologies now informing banking regulation, while KU collaborations continue advancing supply chain finance and innovation research through the Finance area's academic ecosystem.

John ArmstrongView profile

Research Fellow

• Railway Engineering
• Transportation Economics
• Infrastructure Management
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Dr. John Armstrong is a Senior Research Fellow in Engineering Economics at the University of Southampton. He specializes in railway engineering, transportation economics, and infrastructure management. His research focuses on optimizing railway systems, whole-life cost analysis of assets, and adapting infrastructure to climate change impacts. He currently teaches the Capacity, Timetabling, and Traffic Management components of the CENV3065 module. His research projects include the ACHILLES program (EPSRC-funded), analyzing railway earthworks maintenance under uncertainty, and the In2Track2 project (EU-funded), evaluating novel railway track forms. He has collaborated with industry partners like Arup and Jacobs, contributing to operational philosophy development for UK railways. Key research themes include asset lifecycle economics, timetable performance analysis, and geospatial networks of historical rail services. His work bridges engineering, economics, and environmental sustainability, addressing both technical and policy challenges in transportation systems. Current supervision includes PhD student Weiqi Wang in Engineering and the Environment. His expertise spans over 20 years in railway operations, data assurance, and transport planning, with notable contributions to noise/vibration mitigation strategies and highway economic assessments.

Roderic D PageView profile

Professor

• Taxonomy
• Biodiversity Informatics
• Phylogenetics
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Professor Roderic D Page is a faculty member at the University of Glasgow, holding the position of Professor of Taxonomy (Evolution & Diversity) within the School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine. His primary affiliation is with the Institute of Biodiversity, Animal Health & Comparative Medicine. He is based in Glasgow, Scotland, and can be contacted via email at Roderic.Page@glasgow.ac.uk or through his ORCID profile (0000-0002-7101-9767). Professor Page's research focuses on biodiversity informatics, taxonomy, and phylogenetics. He is a leading advocate for open science, particularly in improving access to taxonomic literature and integrating biodiversity data through knowledge graphs. His work includes projects such as BioStor (digitizing historical biodiversity literature), the Biodiversity Heritage Library (BHL), and initiatives to link persistent identifiers (e.g., LSIDs, DOIs, ORCIDs) across taxonomic databases. Key themes in his research include: Enhancing interoperability between biodiversity datasets Developing tools for phylogenetic visualization and analysis Addressing challenges in DNA barcoding and taxonomic classification Promoting open access to biodiversity data and legacy literature His recent work explores machine learning applications in taxonomy, the limitations of current data-sharing practices in phylogenetics, and the role of knowledge graphs in synthesizing biodiversity knowledge. He frequently critiques siloed approaches to data management and advocates for global collaboration in biodiversity informatics. Grants and funding for his research include support from initiatives related to the Biodiversity Heritage Library, the LOTUS project (open natural products research), and the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF). His contributions have advanced both computational methods and policy frameworks for biodiversity data integration. Professor Page is associated with the BioNames and BHL projects, and his lab focuses on bridging gaps between taxonomic databases, genomic data, and geospatial information. He actively participates in international efforts to standardize biodiversity data and improve accessibility for researchers worldwide.

• Geographic Information Science (GIS)
• Spatial Analysis
• Public Health
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Dr. John Wilson is a Professor at the University of Southern California (USC), holding academic positions across multiple schools including Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences; Viterbi School of Engineering; Keck School of Medicine; and USC School of Architecture. He is the founding Director of the Spatial Sciences Institute and leads interdisciplinary research in spatial analytics, GIScience, and environmental health. His work integrates Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and spatial modeling to address challenges in community health, sustainability, and urban resilience. Dr. Wilson holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Toronto and advanced degrees from the University of Canterbury. His research emphasizes geodesign, digital terrain modeling, and the application of spatial technologies to public health and environmental science. He directs the Wilson Map Lab, which develops tools for healthier communities and resilient landscapes using BIM, GPS, and remote sensing technologies. His publications span GIScience, environmental health, and spatial data science, with over 130 articles and book chapters. Notable works include Environmental Applications of Digital Terrain Modeling and an upcoming book on spatial data science. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Transactions in GIS and leads multiple research initiatives, including the Southern California Environmental Health Sciences Center and the Center for Knowledge-Powered Interdisciplinary Data Science. Recent research focuses on mobility patterns, PM2.5 exposure during pregnancy, and spatial equity in healthcare access. He has secured grants for sustainability solutions and collaborates internationally, including with the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing.

Daniel IerodiaconouView profile

Professor

• Marine Ecology
• Environmental Management
• Geology
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Professor Daniel Ierodiaconou is a marine ecologist at Deakin University, where he serves as Professor in Marine Science and leads the Deakin Marine Mapping Group. He acts as Victorian Node Leader for the Integrated Marine Observing System (IMOS), Board Director for the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority, and Coastal Lead Scientist for the CoastRI Initiative. His work combines multi-disciplinary approaches to advance marine ecosystem-based management. Doctor of Philosophy, Deakin University Bachelor of Science (Aquatic Science), Deakin University Bachelor of Science (Fisheries Management & Aquaculture), Deakin University Daniel's research focuses on Benthic Habitat Mapping , Marine Protected Areas , and Coastal Process Monitoring . His work integrates Remote Sensing , Image Classification , and Change Detection techniques to inform marine conservation and climate adaptation strategies. Recent publications highlight advancements in Seafloor Habitat Classification , Coastal Erosion Modeling , and Seagrass Restoration . Scientific awards include: 2020 Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science 2020 Victorian Coastal Award for Innovative Applied Research 2018 Victorian Coastal Award for Partnership Research 2009 Tall Poppy Award Daniel supervises 10 current doctoral students and has advised 16 PhD completions. His grants portfolio exceeds $7 million, including a $5 million NCRIS-funded CoastRI Coastal Monitoring Network. He specializes in integrating Geospatial Technologies with Marine Conservation through his leadership in citizen science drone programs and Victoria's first wave buoy network.

Kerry NiceView profile

Research Fellow

• Urban Climate Modelling
• Artificial Intelligence
• Deep Learning
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Dr. Kerry Nice is a Research Fellow at the Melbourne School of Design (The University of Melbourne), specializing in urban climate modeling, artificial intelligence, and sustainable urban development. His work integrates software engineering expertise with environmental science to address urban challenges such as heat mitigation, active transport, and public health. He holds a PhD from Monash University, focusing on urban microclimate modeling (VTUF-3D) and the impact of vegetation/water-sensitive design on human thermal comfort. Research interests include: Urban modeling using artificial neural networks and deep learning Climate adaptation strategies for green/blue infrastructure Analysis of urban mobility patterns and bicycle infrastructure equity Impact assessment of irrigation and water management on urban cooling His publications (2020–2025) explore topics such as: System dynamics modeling for urban resilience Machine learning applications in thermal perception prediction Global pandemic mobility shifts and heat mitigation techniques He collaborates with the Transport, Health and Urban Design (THUD) research hub and maintains affiliations with the International Association for Urban Climate (IAUC) and Australian Meteorological & Oceanographic Society (AMOS).

Takeshi ShirabeView profile

Associate Professor

• Geographic Information Science
• Spatial Optimization
• Geodesign
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Takeshi Shirabe is an Associate Professor in the Division of Geoinformatics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden. He holds positions in the Department of Urban Planning and Environment, School of Architecture and the Built Environment (ABE), and is part of the Digital Futures cross-disciplinary research center. His research focuses on spatial optimization, geographic information science (GIS), and geodesign, with particular emphasis on raster-based models for spatial decision support and route improvisation. He has taught numerous courses including GIS Architecture and Algorithms, Computational Methods in GIS, and Spatial Planning with GIS. Shirabe's academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania (USA), a Master’s in City and Regional Planning from the same institution, and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Tokyo. Before joining KTH in 2010, he served as an Assistant Professor at Vienna University of Technology, Austria, where he earned his Habilitation in Geoinformation. His research interests span combinatorial optimization in geography, spatial decision support systems, and GeoDesign. Notable projects include the Space Time Alarm Clock (STAC), an Android app for pedestrian route improvisation, developed with Adrian C. Prelipcean and Falko Schmid. This tool uses real-time spatial-temporal analysis to guide users toward destinations efficiently. Shirabe has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications since 2002, focusing on raster-based GIS methods for corridor design, least-cost path analysis, and spatial allocation modeling. His work bridges theoretical computational geometry with practical urban planning applications. Courses he oversees emphasize algorithmic and computational foundations of geospatial technologies.

Maud LanauView profile

Assistant Professor

• Industrial Ecology
• Socioeconomic Metabolism
• Circular Economy
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Maud Lanau is an Assistant Professor at Chalmers University of Technology's Department of Building Technology within the School of Architecture and Civil Engineering. Her research focuses on sustainable built environments, integrating industrial ecology, socioeconomic metabolism, and circular economy principles to reduce environmental impacts. She specializes in material stock and flow analysis, carbon accounting, and urban resource cadasters. Education: PhD in Environmental Engineering (2020), University of Southern Denmark MSc in Industrial Ecology (2014), Chalmers University of Technology Mastère in Housing Engineering (2011), University Paul Sabatier of Toulouse BSc in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry (2012), University Paul Sabatier of Toulouse Research Interests: Lanau’s work examines how built environment stocks can support circular economy transitions. She develops methods for material stock modeling, integrates data collection frameworks for construction practitioners, and explores urban morphology-material stock relationships. Her projects include the NUMMS initiative linking urban form to material stocks and the Future URCs project addressing circular logistics in construction. Collaborations & Teaching: She co-supervises PhD students on topics like construction plastics circularity and sustainable mass handling. Lanau teaches the master’s course 'Sustainability Analytics and Visualization,' emphasizing industrial ecology tools and visualization techniques. She actively participates in interdisciplinary projects like CREATE and the Swedish Circular Economy Colloquium.