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Oscar Eduardo GaggiottiView profile

Professor

• Population Genetics
• Evolutionary Biology
• Ecological Genetics
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Oscar Eduardo Gaggiotti is a Professor and Director of Research at the School of Biology, University of St Andrews. He holds affiliations with the Centre for Research into Ecological & Environmental Modelling, St Andrews Bioinformatics Unit, and Marine Alliance for Science & Technology Scotland (MASTS). His research focuses on spatial patterns of genetic diversity, population genetics, and metapopulation dynamics using Bayesian statistical frameworks. He develops integrative methods combining genetic, demographic, and environmental data to study evolutionary processes and local adaptation. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life on land and below water. Key collaborations span global institutions, with recent studies on cetaceans, deep-sea ecosystems, and insect population genetics. Gaggiotti has authored over 100 publications, including peer-reviewed articles in Molecular Ecology Resources, PNAS, and Nature Communications. He leads projects such as the H2020-funded Behaviour-Connect initiative and actively participates in academic activities like invited talks and peer reviews. Notable datasets include studies on whale population connectivity and beaked whale genomics. His research emphasizes conservation applications, leveraging cutting-edge techniques like drone sampling for genetic material and deep learning for genomic analysis.

Yves-Marie BozecView profile

Research Fellow

• Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation
• Coral Reef Ecology
• Ecological Resilience
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Dr. Yves-Marie Bozec is a Research Fellow in the School of the Environment at the University of Queensland, focusing on coral reef dynamics and climate change impacts. He holds a PhD in Environmental Sciences from Pierre and Marie Curie University. His work integrates empirical data and mechanistic models to assess coral resilience under cumulative stressors like warming, cyclones, and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks. Key projects include resilience-based management tools for the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) and evaluating climate adaptation strategies. He is available for PhD supervision and actively involved in interdisciplinary research funded by organizations like the Australian Government and Great Barrier Reef Foundation. Education: Masters in Population Ecology (Université Paris 6) Masters in Marine and Estuarine Ecology (Pierre and Marie Curie University) PhD in Environmental Sciences (Pierre and Marie Curie University) Research Focus: Coral reef resilience, climate change adaptation, ecological modeling, and management interventions. Notable Projects: Reef Restoration and Adaptation Program (RRAP) Resilience-based mapping for GBR restoration Cumulative impact assessments across the GBR Grants: Modelling and Decision Support grants (2020–2025) Great Barrier Reef Foundation-funded restoration initiatives

Annie GuillerView profile

Professor

• Evolutionary Biology
• Population Genetics
• Landscape Genetics
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Annie Guiller is a Full Professor at the University of Picardie Jules Verne (UPJV), affiliated with the EDYSAN (Ecology and Dynamics of Anthropized Systems) research unit, a CNRS-UPJV joint laboratory. Her work spans evolutionary biology, population genetics, and conservation science, with a focus on invasive and threatened species. She holds leadership roles in multiple national and international research projects and contributes to academic governance at institutional and national levels. PhD in Evolutionary Biology, University of Rennes Postdoctoral position, University of Nottingham, UK Assistant Professor, University of Rennes 1 (1995–2015) Full Professor, University of Picardie Jules Verne (2015–present) Annie Guiller's research centers on evolutionary and integrative biogeography, particularly examining the genetic and ecological dynamics of invasive and threatened species. Her key areas include phylogeography, landscape genetics, invasion biology, and conservation genetics. She investigates how spatial genetic variation in quantitative and qualitative traits is influenced by environmental and anthropogenic factors. Her work integrates molecular tools with ecological modeling to understand species responses to global change, habitat fragmentation, and climate shifts. The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward integrating genetic data into species distribution models, analyzing spatial genetic structure in fragmented landscapes, and understanding invasion mechanisms in plants and invertebrates. Her research spans from molecular phylogeography of land snails to agrivoltaic systems' ecological impacts, showing a broad interdisciplinary reach across conservation, evolutionary biology, and sustainable land use. Annie Guiller has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. She actively supervises PhD and Master’s students, including Pedro Poli, Erwan Le Jeune, and Clémentine Inghels, on topics ranging from climate-driven species redistribution to agrivoltaic impacts. She has secured competitive research grants from the Hauts-de-France Region, PHC Polonium, PHC Ulysse, and BiodivERsA. Her administrative roles include co-leading Axis 2 (Functional Ecology of Forest Neo-ecosystems) at EDYSAN, membership in the Scientific Council of the Regional Natural Heritage of Hauts-de-France, and serving as a substitute member of the CNU Section 67 and an HCERES expert. Guiller is a core member of the EDYSAN research unit and collaborates extensively within the FLEUR network and on pan-European projects like WOODNET. Her research integrates field studies, genetic analysis, and modeling to address pressing questions in biodiversity conservation and ecosystem dynamics under global change.

Casey P TerhorstView profile

Professor

• Community Ecology
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Microbial Ecology
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Casey P Terhorst is a Professor in the Biology Department at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), where he has served since 2013. He teaches Biological Principles I, Principles of Ecology, Biometry, and graduate seminars while chairing the Graduate Studies Committee and actively promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through campus service roles. His educational background includes: Ph.D. from Florida State University (2010) M.S. from California State University, Northridge (2004) B.A. from University of Southern California (1998) Dr. Terhorst's research spans Community Ecology, Evolutionary Ecology, Microbial Ecology, and Evolution, with experimental and theoretical approaches to eco-evolutionary dynamics in coral reefs, pitcher plant communities, and invasive species systems. His work emphasizes genetic variation's role in ecological responses to environmental change, particularly temperature stress in marine organisms. Analysis of recent publications reveals dominant themes in climate change impacts on marine ecosystems (kelp, corals), symbiont adaptation to thermal stress, and eco-evolutionary feedbacks in community assembly. Key methodological approaches include experimental microcosms, field studies of invasive species, and genetic analyses of symbiotic relationships. No scientific awards are documented in the available information. As Graduate Studies Committee Chair, he mentors thesis students (BIOL 698C) and oversees graduate programs. His research has received NSF RUI funding for projects on contemporary evolution in communities and coral reef symbiont adaptation to climate change. He directs the EcoEvoLab (http://www.ecoevolab.com), fostering collaborative research on eco-evolutionary processes with emphasis on inclusive practices and real-world applications for conservation.

Pedro Miguel CardosoView profile

Researcher

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Environmental Sciences
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Dr. Pedro Miguel Cardoso is a visiting scholar at the Finnish Museum of Natural History under the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences at the University of Helsinki . As a researcher and doctoral program supervisor, his work spans ecology, evolutionary biology, and environmental sciences, with interdisciplinary links to computer science. His recent research emphasizes biodiversity assessment, island biogeography, and the application of artificial intelligence in ecological studies. Research Interests: Cardoso’s primary focus lies in ecology and environmental sciences , particularly biodiversity conservation, island biogeography, and spider community dynamics. He has pioneered tools like the R package 'red' for IUCN Red List assessments and explored metacommunity functional structures through projects like METAFOR. Scientific Trends: His 2025 publications highlight AI-driven ecological modeling and biodiversity quantification under landscape transformation, reflecting a shift toward computational approaches in conservation biology. Earlier works (2017–2020) address biogeographic patterns, taxonomic variation, and insect decline. Projects & Collaborations: Key projects include Biodiversity drivers on islands and continents , Trait-based prediction of extinction risk , and the global trade of live tarantulas. He collaborates with institutions across Portugal, Finland, and the U.S., and chairs roles in the International Union for Conservation of Nature . Labs & Teams: Based at Biocentre 3 in Helsinki, he engages in hosting academic visitors and peer-review activities, contributing to global biodiversity research networks.

• Limnology
• Zooplankton Ecology
• Aquatic Ecosystems
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Anna Badosa Salvador is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biosciences, Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC), with extensive research experience in Limnology and Zooplankton Ecology of Mediterranean aquatic ecosystems. She specializes in Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration , Biodiversity Conservation , and Environmental Impact Assessment . Institutional Affiliation : UVic-UCC and previously University of Girona Research Network : Institute of Aquatic Ecology Research Interests focus on understanding: Ecological dynamics of Mediterranean coastal lagoons and temporary ponds Mechanisms governing zooplankton diversity and community assembly Effects of hydroperiod , nutrient composition , and predation on aquatic systems Applications of size-based ecology for environmental assessment Research Trends show consistent work across Ecological Restoration of wetlands and lagoons Community Ecology through taxon and size-based approaches Environmental Toxicology studies on Microtox® effects Climate Change Impacts via comparative studies Scientific Contributions include 15 peer-reviewed publications (2004-2024) 6 research grants as principal investigator 2 book chapters on Mediterranean wetlands Teaching & Mentorship encompasses Doctoral thesis supervision (2020-2024) Project-based learning methodology development 14 continuing education activities in aquatic ecology

Camille PoitrimolView profile

Research Fellow

• Community Ecology
• Benthic Biodiversity
• Hydrothermal Vent Ecosystems
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Camille Poitrimol is a postdoctoral research fellow in marine biology at Université Laval's Department of Biology, affiliated with the IRL Takuvik joint research unit (CNRS-UL). She specializes in benthic biodiversity and ecology, particularly focusing on hydrothermal vent ecosystems in the Southwest Pacific. Ph.D. in Benthic Ecology from Sorbonne Université (2019-2022) MSc in Oceanography and Marine Environment from Sorbonne Université (2016-2018) BSc in Life Sciences/Marine Biology from Université de La Rochelle (2013-2016) Her research explores community ecology, biodiversity partitioning, and the influence of ecosystem engineers in marine environments. Current work involves studying hydrothermal vent gastropods' population structures and reproductive biology. Recent publications focus on integrative taxonomy of vent mollusks, biogeographic patterns in fragmented ridge systems, and genetic diversity analysis of deep-sea organisms. Her work connects evolutionary biology with oceanographic dispersal mechanisms. 2023 Deep-Sea Biology Society Conference Support Award (£750) 2023 Roscoff Biological Station AJC travel grant (600€) Active in field research (CCGS Amundsen expedition 2024), laboratory work, and international collaborations. Current projects examine species connectivity across back-arc basins and environmental drivers of biodiversity patterns.

Stephanie CoopmanView profile

Professor

• Communication Studies
• Public Speaking Pedagogy
• Experiential Learning
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Stephanie Coopman is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at San Jose State University, College of Social Sciences. Her academic focus spans public speaking pedagogy, experiential learning, disability studies, health communication, and organizational behavior through digital, intercultural, and narrative lenses. Primary Affiliation: Department of Communication Studies, San Jose State University Key Research Areas: Pandemic communication imperatives, civil discourse frameworks, public speaking best practices, and technology-enhanced experiential learning Research Focus Coopman’s work examines the communication discipline’s role in global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring how effective communication strategies can mitigate public health challenges. She investigates teaching methodologies for public speaking and communication courses, emphasizing experiential learning’s short- and long-term impacts through internships and study abroad programs. Her research also delves into: Disability representation in digital spaces Privacy dynamics in technologically mediated workplaces Intercultural adaptation of international students Storytelling functions in religious organizations Person-centered approaches in healthcare teams Publication Trends Her scholarly output reveals a trajectory from 1970s behavioral neuroscience foundations through 1990s organizational narratives to 2010s digital communication explorations, with recent works integrating gamification and tech startups into pedagogical frameworks. The pandemic-era research demonstrates her adaptability to contemporary challenges. Academic Leadership While no specific awards appear attributed in the provided texts, her editorial work with Kevin Wright and participation in Faculty Awards programs indicates active academic engagement. Her research bridges theoretical inquiry (personal construct theory, metamyths) with practical applications (Blackboard LMS critique, gamification studies). Teaching Philosophy Coopman’s pedagogical research emphasizes: Evolution of public speaking instruction Information interview techniques Experiential learning assessment Technology-enhanced engagement

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Soil Ecology
• Arthropod Biology
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Massimo MIGLIORINI is a contract professor specializing in biodiversity, soil ecology, and arthropod biology. His research focuses on ecological communities in Mediterranean environments, including studies on soil microarthropods, invasive species, and disturbance ecology. He has conducted extensive work on oribatid mites, carabid beetles, and their roles as bioindicators of environmental health. His investigations span topics ranging from the molecular biology of Drosophila germ cells to the conservation of Mediterranean pine woodlands. Key research areas include the impact of human activities (e.g., agriculture, urbanization, fire) on soil biodiversity, the structure of forest ecosystems, and the use of taxonomic and functional approaches to assess community dynamics. He has contributed to debates on neutral theory, stochastic processes in biodiversity, and the application of geometric models to biological measurements. His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, blending field studies, molecular analyses, and theoretical ecology. While no awards are explicitly mentioned, his work demonstrates sustained contributions to understanding Mediterranean and global ecological systems. No advising or grant details are provided in the text.

• Sports Media
• Gender Studies
• Racial Representation
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Rich Johnson is an Associate Professor at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Arizona State University (ASU). He previously served as an Associate Professor of Journalism at Creighton University. His research focuses on sports media framing practices that marginalize women’s athletics and minority athletes, particularly analyzing gender and racial representation in social media platforms like Instagram. Education: Johnson earned his PhD from ASU’s Cronkite School. He has taught courses such as Multimedia Storytelling, Sports Media Ethics, and Podcasting & Audio Storytelling since 2017. Research Interests: His work critiques how media perpetuates stereotypes through visual and textual framing. Key themes include NCAA gender policies, racial commodification, and audience engagement with sports content. He employs qualitative methods to analyze Instagram posts, highlight shows, and athletic department webpages. Publications: Over 15 articles (2017-2025) explore topics like gendered visual framing of female athletes, toxicity in sports journalism harassment, and NCAA’s commodification of Black hardship. His 2023 work on Instagram gender equality and 2017 Olympic gender framing studies highlight his focus on digital narratives. Awards: No scientific awards listed. Grants and advising details are unavailable in current records.

Tiffany SchrieverView profile

Associate Professor

• Community and ecosystem ecology
• Freshwater ecology
• Herpetology
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Dr. Tiffany Schriever is an Associate Professor jointly appointed in the Department of Biological Sciences and the School of Environmental, Geography, and Sustainability at Western Michigan University. Her research focuses on community and ecosystem ecology in freshwater habitats, emphasizing how environmental variability influences ecological dynamics across scales. Key areas include hydrology's impact on communities, stable isotope-based trophic studies, and biodiversity patterns in temporary water bodies. Education : Ph.D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Toronto (2010) Postdoctoral Research, Oregon State University (2010-2012) M.S., Biology, Southeastern Louisiana University (2005) B.S., Biology, Winona State University (2003) Research Interests : Dr. Schriever investigates freshwater ecosystems, particularly wetlands and streams, exploring topics such as hydrologic variability effects, food web structures using stable isotopes, and functional traits influencing biodiversity. Her lab employs experimental and comparative field methods, with recent focus on Great Lakes interdunal wetlands and montane desert streams. Awards & Grants : While specific awards are not listed, her active research program suggests sustained grant support from environmental agencies or foundations, given the complexity of her fieldwork and isotopic analyses. Lab & Advising : Her research group includes PhD students Adam Austin and Sara Diller, and M.S. student Jennifer Shamel. The Schriever Lab maintains an active webpage and collaborates widely, as evidenced by publications in journals like Ecosphere and Ecology. Labs/Teams : Primary affiliation with the Schriever Lab at Western Michigan University, focusing on freshwater ecology and environmental dynamics. Collaborations likely exist with regional conservation agencies and universities.

Guillaume BlanchetView profile

Assistant Professor

• Community Ecology
• Statistical Ecology
• Spatial Modelling
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Guillaume Blanchet is an Assistant Professor in the Département de biologie at Université de Sherbrooke. His research group develops innovative modeling approaches for complex biological systems in biodiversity and health sciences, integrating ecology, informatics, mathematics, and statistics. Blanchet's work focuses on spatial and spatiotemporal modeling, multivariate statistics, and numerical ecology to analyze biodiversity patterns and health-related data. His interdisciplinary approach aims to enhance prediction and management capabilities for ecological and health systems through advanced data utilization. Recent publications demonstrate Blanchet's focus on ecological modeling (trait-based interactions, meta-ecosystems), Arctic ecosystem dynamics, IoT applications in health diagnostics, and advanced statistical methods for data imputation and biomarker analysis. His work consistently integrates cross-disciplinary approaches to address complex biological questions.

Anne TaylorView profile

Assistant Professor

• Soil Microbiology
• Microbial Ecology
• Environmental Engineering
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Anne Taylor is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Science at Oregon State University. Her research focuses on soil microbial ecology, particularly nitrification processes and the roles of ammonia-oxidizing archaea and bacteria in nitrogen cycling. She has contributed to understanding temperature effects on nitrification kinetics and greenhouse gas emissions. Education: B.S. in Bioresource Research (2000), M.S. in Environmental Soil Science (2001), Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (2008) - all from Oregon State University Her work spans microbial physiology, environmental engineering, and agricultural sustainability. Key studies involve thermodynamic modeling of nitrification, inhibitor-based differentiation of archaeal and bacterial activity, and impacts of climate variables on soil nitrogen dynamics. Recent publications highlight comparative analyses of nitrification responses to temperature gradients, substrate availability, and inhibition mechanisms. Collaborative efforts with researchers like Daniel D. Myrold and Peter J. Bottomley appear in high-impact journals such as ISME Journal and Soil Biology and Biochemistry. Professional activities include presentations at international conferences (e.g., International Conference on Nitrification, ISME Meetings) and participation in USDA-NIFA AFRI and EPA-funded projects. She serves on graduate committees and maintains active laboratory research programs.

Julissa Rojas-SandovalView profile

Assistant Professor

• Invasion Ecology
• Tropical Ecology and Conservation
• Biogeography
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Julissa Rojas-Sandoval is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography, Sustainability, Community, and Urban Studies at the University of Connecticut. Her research focuses on invasion ecology, tropical conservation, and the impacts of human-driven environmental changes on ecosystems. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Puerto Rico (2010) and has conducted extensive work in the Caribbean and Central America. Research Highlights: Studies biological invasions in tropical forests and urban ecosystems Explores post-hurricane recovery dynamics in Caribbean forests Examines ecosystem services and urban/exurban ecological processes Applies machine learning to ecological data analysis Key Contributions: Published over 30 peer-reviewed articles on invasion biology, tropical ecology, and biogeography Investigated alien plant species distribution patterns across Caribbean islands Assessed hurricane impacts on urban and natural vegetation structures Developed frameworks to quantify ecosystem service dynamics in disturbed landscapes Professional Affiliations: University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus Member of interdisciplinary teams addressing global change ecology

• River Ecology
• Wetland Ecology
• Biogeochemistry
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Thomas Hein is a Full Professor and Head of the Institute of Hydrobiology and Aquatic Ecosystem Management at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna. He holds a PhD in Limnology from the University of Vienna (2000) and an MSc (1993). Since 2010, he has held tenure-track positions culminating in his full professorship in 2017. Hein leads the Christian Doppler Laboratory for Meta Ecosystem Dynamics in Riverine Landscapes and coordinates doctoral studies at BOKU. His research focuses on river and wetland ecology, aquatic biodiversity, biogeochemical cycling (especially carbon and nutrient dynamics), and socio-ecohydrological systems. Key investigations include floodplain connectivity impacts, greenhouse gas emissions from aquatic systems, and restoration ecology in large river networks like the Danube. Research spans theoretical frameworks and applied conservation strategies. Hein's publications demonstrate consistent focus on river-floodplain interactions, with recent work emphasizing: (1) Meta-ecosystem dynamics in river networks, (2) Climate change impacts on aquatic biogeochemistry, (3) Advanced eDNA applications in biodiversity assessment, and (4) Nature-based solutions for water quality management. His articles frequently integrate hydrological, ecological and social dimensions. Fulbright Foreign Scholarship (2017) Wissenschaftspreis des Landes Nö (2007) Theodor Koerner Award (2003) He directs doctoral research through the Christian Doppler Laboratory and DocSchool HR21, focusing on river meta-ecosystems. His institute collaborates internationally on major projects including DANUBIUS-RI and manages field sites across the Danube basin. Current work emphasizes integrating connectivity science into practical river restoration frameworks.