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Graham SanderView profile

Professor

• Soil Erosion
• Hydrology
• Environmental Science
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Professor Graham Sander is a Professor of Hydrology at Loughborough University, affiliated with the School of Civil and Building Engineering. His research focuses on mathematical modeling of soil erosion, unsaturated soil flow, contaminant transport dynamics, and nonlinear diffusion-convection equations. He leads the NERC-funded project on multi-dimensional soil erosion and chemical transport, collaborating with Lancaster University’s Department of Environmental Science. His academic qualifications include a BSc (Hons) and PhD. Recent research emphasizes integrating particle size-selective models to predict sediment and contaminant delivery to water bodies, supported by lab and field experiments. He has also pioneered pseudospectral methods for infiltration modeling and explored flood risk management through nature-based solutions like leaky barriers. Key contributions include advancing understanding of rainfall-driven erosion dynamics, including splash effects and rock fragment coverage impacts. His work spans experimental hydrology, numerical simulation, and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges. He co-edits hydrology journals and advocates for rigorous scientific communication in the field. Grants: NERC-funded soil erosion project, Australian Research Council project on unsaturated soil flow. Labs/Teams: Collaborator with Lancaster University’s Environmental Science Department.

Meredith FowlieView profile

Research Fellow

• Environmental Economics
• Energy Economics
• Industrial Organization
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Meredith Fowlie is a Research Fellow at the University of California, Berkeley, affiliated with the Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics and the Environment and Energy Economics Program. Her work focuses on environmental economics, energy policy, and industrial regulation, with particular expertise in climate policy, emissions trading, and market-based solutions. University : University of California, Berkeley School : College of Natural Resources Department : Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics Role : Co-Director of the Environment and Energy Economics Program, Research Fellow Over the past two decades, Fowlie has led influential research on carbon pricing, insurance market adaptations to climate change, energy efficiency programs, and regulatory design. Her publications span topics like NOx trading programs , satellite-based air quality analysis , and default effects in electricity pricing . She has collaborated extensively with scholars such as Catherine Wolfram, Christopher R. Knittel, and Nicholas Muller. Her recent work (2025-2022) emphasizes catastrophe insurance equity , climate risk classification , and carbon pricing mechanisms . Earlier studies (2020-2008) addressed co-benefits in regulatory analysis, emissions leakage in incomplete markets, and optimal pollution regulation across stationary/non-stationary sources.

Regina RaganView profile

Professor

• Nanomaterials
• Self-Assembly
• Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS)
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Regina Ragan is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the Samueli School of Engineering, University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on nanomaterials, self-assembly, and surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) for applications in optical communication, energy systems, and biomedical diagnostics. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Physics, California Institute of Technology, 2002 M.S. in Applied Physics, California Institute of Technology, 1998 B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Los Angeles, 1996 Her work integrates scanning probe microscopy and first-principles calculations to study thermodynamic driving forces in self-assembly and structure-function relationships. Recent publications highlight applications in antimicrobial susceptibility testing, environmental monitoring, and plasmonic device fabrication. The Ragan group develops low-cost diagnostic tools using SERS for telemedicine applications. Current lab members include graduate students and postdoctoral researchers working on nanoscale systems from atomic to mesoscale. Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award for fundamental studies of biological/inorganic interfaces Research Trends: Recent articles show a focus on SERS-based diagnostics, plasmonic nanoantennas, machine learning-assisted spectral analysis, and scalable synthesis of 3D graphene architectures. Subfields span quantum plasmonics, stress-activated materials, and biofilm monitoring.

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Quality
• Wastewater Treatment
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Dr. Srinivas Prabakar is a Professor of Instruction in the Department of Civil Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). He specializes in water quality, wastewater treatment, and environmental engineering, with a focus on chloramine stability, disinfection by-products, and sustainable water management. Dr. Prabakar holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from UTA (2012), an ME in Chemical Engineering from Annamalai University (2004), and a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from the University of Madras (2000). Education: PhD, Civil Engineering, UTA (2012) ME, Chemical Engineering, Annamalai University (2004) B.Tech, Chemical Engineering, University of Madras (2000) His research interests center on improving water distribution systems and addressing challenges in wastewater management. Notable projects include investigations into factors affecting chloramine stability in UTA’s water systems and studies on biosorption of heavy metals. Dr. Prabakar has authored or co-authored over 30 publications, including peer-reviewed articles on topics like chlorine decay dynamics and microbial fuel cell applications. His teaching portfolio includes courses such as Principles of Environmental Engineering and Biological Processes, reflecting his commitment to educating future environmental engineers. Dr. Prabakar has advised numerous graduate students and served on dissertation committees, mentoring research in areas like concrete durability and landfill biocovers. Dr. Prabakar’s service roles include Faculty Advisor for Civil Engineering undergraduates, membership in the Texas Water Science & Research Division, and reviewer positions for journals like ASCE Journal of Environmental Engineering . He has received awards including the 2024 Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award and the 2019 Tau Beta Pi-Eminent Engineer distinction. His current grants focus on advancing nanocomposite materials for sewer pipe longevity and identifying critical source areas for non-point pollutants in North Texas watersheds. Dr. Prabakar’s interdisciplinary work bridges environmental engineering challenges with practical solutions for sustainable infrastructure.

• Water Resources Policy
• Environmental Policy
• Watershed Management
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Kamal A. Alsharif is an Associate Professor in the School of Geosciences at the University of South Florida. He specializes in interdisciplinary water resources policy, watershed management, and sustainable domestic water policy. His research focuses on water scarcity, hydropolitics, urban water management, and environmental benchmarks using Data Envelopment Analysis. He holds a Ph.D. (2004), M.S. (1996), and B.S. (1992) from the University of Minnesota, Minnesota State University, and St. Cloud State University, respectively. Education: Ph.D., University of Minnesota (2004) M.S., Minnesota State University (1996) B.S., St. Cloud State University (1992) His research interests span stormwater management, lawn irrigation policy, non-point source pollution, decision support systems, and climate change impacts. Notable projects include the Connor Park Project , Water Management in Arid Areas , and RET in Engineering and Computer Science Site . He has received awards such as the 2017 Editor’s Choice Paper Award and recognition in Who's Who in America (2011). Alsharif teaches courses including Introduction to Environmental Science , Environmental Science , and Water Quality Policy/Management . He has secured grants from the National Science Foundation and the Tampa Bay Environmental Restoration Fund. He advises students and serves on committees like the Graduate Committee and Water Institute Advisory Group . Awards: Multi-Cluster TeamWork Award (1996) Minnesota Project Wet Facilitator of the Year (1999) Outstanding TeamWork Award (1999) Who's Who in America (2011) Editor’s Choice Paper Award (2017) His work integrates policy, education, and community engagement, exemplified by initiatives like the Make A Splash Festival and collaborations with organizations such as the Tampa Estuary Program.

Diego Riveros-IreguiView profile

Professor

• Ecohydrology
• Biogeochemistry
• Water Resources
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Diego Riveros-Iregui is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, recognized for pioneering research in ecohydrology and biogeochemistry. His work focuses on water-carbon-nitrogen interactions in tropical ecosystems, urban-rural gradients, and climate-impacted watersheds, employing high-frequency monitoring and advanced modeling techniques to address critical environmental challenges. His research interests center on tropical ecohydrology, particularly in Andean páramos and Galápagos Islands, examining carbon cycling in peatlands, nitrogen dynamics across land-use gradients, and stormwater impacts on urban streams. He integrates stable isotope analysis, machine learning, and field observations to study how geomorphology and climate variability regulate biogeochemical fluxes, with emphasis on vulnerable ecosystems facing anthropogenic pressures. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals dominant trends in high-resolution watershed monitoring, tropical carbon emissions, and urban hydrology. Key methodological innovations include machine learning for water use estimation, isotope-based tempestology, and bias correction in contaminant plume mapping, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches spanning environmental engineering, climatology, and ecosystem science. Professor Riveros-Iregui has received the following scientific awards: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), the U.S. government's highest honor for early-career scientists, nominated by the National Science Foundation As a PECASE awardee, he leads NSF-funded research programs examining watershed processes across tropical and temperate regions. His collaborative work includes contributions to the EU-funded WELL CARE consortium on water security, though specific grant details and student mentorship records aren't documented in the source material. Current research priorities involve scaling point observations to watershed-level fluxes and assessing climate change impacts on island hydrology. While no dedicated laboratory is specified, his field studies leverage international partnerships in Ecuador's páramos and the Galápagos archipelago, focusing on microclimate-soil microbiome interactions and sustainable water resource management in high-elevation ecosystems.

Bano Mehdi-SchulzView profile

Assistant Professor

• Ecohydrology
• Water Quality Management
• Climate Change Impacts
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Bano Mehdi-Schulz is an Assistant Professor at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), leading the 'Eco-hydrological and Land Use Modelling' group at the Institute of Hydrology and Water Management. She is a Substitute Member of the Ethics Committee. Her research focuses on ecohydrology, integrating hydrological and agricultural sciences to address water quality impacts from anthropogenic changes and future climate scenarios. Education: B.Sc. in Soil Science, M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, and Ph.D. from McGill University's Department of Geography. Awards include the Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (2009) and FWF Elise Richter Fellowship (2019). Her work bridges natural and social sciences, employing models to assess land use change and water resource management. Research Interests: Quantifying impacts of land use and climate change on water quality, ecohydrological modeling uncertainty, sustainable intensification strategies, and nitrate transport dynamics. Her team explores how farming practices and climate interact to influence water systems, with projects like ALUCSI (FWF-funded) and NitroClimAT (ACRP). Grants & Projects: Recent projects include ALUCSI (2019-2023), NitroClimAT (2018-2022), and UnLoadC3 (2014-2017). Current student advisees include researchers studying SWAT model uncertainty, sustainable intensification pathways, and water quality in East African basins. Labs/Teams: Leads the Eco-hydrological and Land Use Modelling group, collaborating with institutions like IIASA and SEC. Research emphasizes model coupling (e.g., SECLAND-SWAT) and satellite data integration for data-scarce regions.

Shan YuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Statistical Methodology
• Machine Learning
• Neuroimaging Analysis
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Shan Yu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of Virginia. His research focuses on developing statistical and machine learning methods for large-scale, complex data, with applications in neuroimaging, genomics, spatial epidemiology, and health disparities. He employs advanced techniques including non/semi-parametric regression, functional data analysis, and distributed learning while emphasizing data privacy. Yu received his Ph.D. in Statistics from Iowa State University (2020), advised by Professors Lily Wang and Dan Nettleton, following a B.S. from the University of Science and Technology of China. His work bridges statistical methodology and real-world problems, addressing challenges in environmental science (e.g., nitrogen dioxide inequalities), public health (e.g., pandemic forecasting), and computational biology (e.g., genotype-environment interactions). He collaborates on tools like the GgAM R package for generalized geoadditive models and contributes to open-source projects such as fFLM for functional linear regression. Key research trends include spatially varying coefficient models, fusion learning for heterogeneous data, and integration of satellite data with environmental health studies. His publications span journals in statistics, epidemiology, and environmental science, reflecting interdisciplinary impact.

Roy BrouwerView profile

Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Water Economics
• Sustainable Development
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Roy Brouwer is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Waterloo and holds the University Research Chair in Water Resource Economics (2018). As Executive Director of Waterloo's Water Institute since 2016, he leads the Water Economics Research Group while teaching Climate Change Economics and Water Resource Economics courses. His research bridges environmental economics with practical water policy solutions across Canada, Europe, and South Asia. MSc in Agricultural Economics (Wageningen Agricultural University) PhD in Environmental Economics (University of East Anglia) Specializing in water economics , Brouwer's work spans valuation methods, hydro-economic modeling, and policy instruments for sustainable resource management. Recent research trends focus on: Multi-regional water allocation optimization Behavioral economics in water governance Green infrastructure-water security nexus Climate change adaptation strategies Risk attitudes in flood protection decisions Policy learning through BMP adoption His publications (2019-2025) demonstrate methodological innovation in discrete choice experiments, input-output modeling, and spatial econometrics applied to water systems. Notable achievements include: 2024 IWA Best Scientific Book Prize 2021 Faculty of Arts Research Excellence Award Founding Editor of Water Resources and Economics journal Advisory roles for Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences and Great Lakes Science Advisory Board

Alexander DammView profile

Professor

• Remote Sensing
• Earth Observation
• Imaging Spectroscopy
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Alexander Damm is a Professor and head of the Remote Sensing of Water Systems (RSWS) group, holding a joint appointment between the Department of Geography at the University of Zurich (UZH) and the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (Eawag). His research integrates advanced Earth observation technologies with environmental science to study water systems under changing climatic and anthropogenic pressures. University: University of Zurich Institutional Affiliation: Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology (Eawag) Department: Department of Geography Alexander Damm obtained his MSc and PhD in remote sensing from Humboldt-University Berlin. Since 2008, he has been contributing to UZH’s leadership in imaging spectroscopy and Earth observation science. MSc, Remote Sensing, Humboldt-University Berlin PhD, Remote Sensing, Humboldt-University Berlin His research focuses on the fundamentals of remote sensing as applied to terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, particularly in studying water dynamics and environmental change impacts. He specializes in sun-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF), imaging spectroscopy, and the development of methods to monitor ecosystem productivity, drought responses, and biogeochemical cycles. His work bridges physics, ecology, and environmental engineering to improve understanding of plant-water relations and ecosystem resilience. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in using airborne and satellite-based spectroscopy to assess vegetation health, water stress, forest dynamics, and atmospheric constituents. Key themes include SIF retrieval, drought monitoring, canopy structure modeling, and air quality estimation. These works span applications from croplands and forests to tundra and inland waters, reflecting a broad interdisciplinary approach grounded in quantitative remote sensing. Alexander Damm is involved in several high-profile research initiatives, including: ESA’s FLuorescence EXplorer (FLEX) mission SNSF projects: FLUO4ECO, Spatial-sustainable-finance, DeltAs MeteoSwiss: UrbanNature EU Horizon: NextGenCarbon He leads the RSWS group, which develops and applies cutting-edge remote sensing methodologies for water system monitoring. The team collaborates across disciplines and institutions, focusing on integrating field measurements, airborne campaigns, and satellite data for environmental assessment. Damm’s leadership in projects like FLEX and HyPlant underscores his role in advancing spectroscopic remote sensing for global ecosystem monitoring.

Shea TubertyView profile

Professor

• Ecotoxicology
• Aquatic Ecology
• Ecophysiology
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Dr. Shea Tuberty is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Appalachian State University, where he teaches Invertebrate Zoology, Ecotoxicology, and Fauna of Australasia. He directs the Tuberty Lab focused on sustainable water resource management and serves as Director of the Quality Enhancement Plan. Additionally, he holds board membership and treasurer roles at Environmental Stewards Consulting, Inc., a non-profit advising communities impacted by hazardous waste. His educational background includes a B.A. from Vanderbilt University, M.S. and Ph.D. from Tulane University, and postdoctoral training at the University of West Florida/US EPA. Research centers on ecotoxicology and aquatic ecology in southeastern U.S. streams, investigating impacts of coal ash spills, sewage effluents, road salts, and industrial contaminants. Key projects examine endocrine disruption in fish, toxic metal bioaccumulation, and stream recovery post-remediation. His lab collaborates with Chemistry and Sustainable Technology departments to develop toxin-removal techniques while emphasizing community engagement through school outreach and water quality initiatives. Publications reveal consistent focus on environmental toxicology since the 1990s, with recent work addressing emerging threats like road salts and invasive Didymo diatom in Blue Ribbon flyfishing rivers. Early research established foundational knowledge on heavy metal bioavailability and endocrine disruption in crustaceans. Dr. Tuberty actively mentors high school, undergraduate, and M.S. students through the Tuberty Lab and AppAqua research cluster. He leads civic engagement projects with local schools and non-profits for water quality assessment, while collaborating on regional initiatives like CSETAC conferences and Upper South Fork New River studies. The Tuberty Lab operates within the AppAqua interdisciplinary cluster, studying headwater streams across six Southern Appalachian river systems (Catawba, Linville, New, N. Toe, Watauga, Yadkin). Partnerships with Chemistry and Sustainable Technology departments drive innovation in point-source toxin degradation, directly supporting ASU's sustainability strategic plan.

• Ecohydrology
• Water Quality Management
• Environmental Impact Assessment
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Dr. Pouyan Nejadhashemi is an MSU Research Foundation Professor in the Departments of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences and Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering at Michigan State University. He serves as Director of the MSU Institute of Water Research and the Center for Intelligent Water Resources Engineering. His expertise spans ecohydrology, climate change adaptation, environmental impact assessment, and decision support systems for ecosystem sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in Biological Resources Engineering from the University of Maryland. Dr. Nejadhashemi's research focuses on water quality modeling, non-point source pollution prevention, and integrating machine learning with hydrological systems. Key areas include irrigation optimization, PFAS contamination monitoring, and watershed management. He teaches courses on water resources systems analysis and ecohydrology. Awards: MSU Research Foundation Professor Title Grants: FAA grant for PFAS remediation, grants for developing agricultural innovations in Senegal and Bangladesh Labs/Teams: MSU Institute of Water Research, Center for Intelligent Water Resources Engineering His work bridges computational methods with environmental challenges, addressing global water security, food systems, and sustainable resource management. Recent projects include modeling water quality in the Chesapeake Bay and developing AI tools for agricultural extension platforms.

• Climate Dynamics
• Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP)
• Atmospheric Modeling
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Professor Eigil Kaas is affiliated with the Niels Bohr Institute at the University of Copenhagen . His work spans climate dynamics , numerical weather prediction (NWP) , and atmospheric modeling . As former Section Head of Climate and Computational Geophysics , he leads research on climate-chemistry coupling and sea ice impacts. Education : MSc (1987) and PhD (1993) in Meteorology from University of Copenhagen Research Focus : Climate dynamics and physics Numerical methods in atmospheric models Machine learning for weather prediction Arctic sea ice-climate interactions Thunderstorm electricity and radiation Coupled atmosphere-ocean modeling Article Trends : Recent work combines neural networks with radiative transfer optimization Focus on storm dynamics and gamma-ray flashes Extreme precipitation modeling under climate change Pioneering tidal flow studies in Faroe Island fjords Teaching Legacy : Instructor of Atmospheric Physics and Dynamical Meteorology courses Developed zonally averaged climate model for educational use Mentored 12 PhD/MSc students with DMI/ECMWF collaborations Professional Roles : Chairman of BFI Group 28 (Geosciences & Climate) Scientific Advisory Committee member at ECMWF Project lead in EU ENSEMBLES and PEGASOS initiatives

Lilit YeghiazarianView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Resource Management
• Porous Media
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Lilit Yeghiazarian is an Associate Professor at the University of Cincinnati’s School of Energy, Environmental, Biological & Medical Engineering and the Department of Biomedical, Chemical & Environmental Engineering. She holds a Ph.D. in Biological Engineering from Cornell University (2001), an M.S. in Industrial Engineering from the American University of Armenia (1995), and a B.S. in Automation and Control (Summa Cum Laude) from Yerevan Polytechnic Institute (1992). Her research focuses on Multifunctional advanced materials and environmental sensing Biomimetic robotics and autonomous sensors Porous media flow simulation and design Watershed sustainability and stochastic contaminant transport modeling Her work bridges microscopic and macroscopic scales, integrating stochastic systems, control theory, and environmental engineering for applications like urban flood management and pathogen transport. Key contributions include the Urban Flooding Open Knowledge Network (UF-OKN) , a framework for real-time flood forecasting and risk communication, and the Pore Topology Method for porous material design. She has secured over $10 million in federal grants, including NSF CAREER and RAISE awards. Awards include the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (2006–2008) and Alpha Epsilon Honor Society (1998). She serves on multiple editorial and review boards, including the Water Environment Research Foundation.

• Physical Geography
• Soil Erosion
• Hydrology
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Artemio Cerda Bolinches is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Geography and History, University of Valencia, Spain. His academic work centers on Physical Geography, with a strong emphasis on soil erosion, hydrological processes, land degradation, and wildfire impacts. He leads the SEDER (Soil Erosion Rates and Runoff Generation) research group, reflecting his leadership in environmental process studies. His educational background includes a PhD from the Universitat de València in 1993, with a thesis on soil infiltration in the Valencian region, supervised by Dr. Adolfo Calvo Cases. This foundational research has evolved into a prolific career in geomorphology and environmental change. Cerda Bolinches’ research interests span soil erosion dynamics , wildfire-soil interactions , sustainable land management , and Mediterranean environmental systems . His work integrates field experiments, modeling, and global meta-analyses, often using GIS and machine learning to analyze spatial patterns of erosion and degradation. He explores biological influences on hydrology, post-fire recovery, and nature-based solutions for flood and erosion control. His recent publications (2022–2025) reveal a strong trend in interdisciplinary environmental science, with frequent studies on machine learning applications in soil mapping, fire impacts on hydrology, and sustainability in agricultural systems. His work spans regions including Spain, Iran, China, Ethiopia, and Bangladesh, indicating broad international collaboration and relevance. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his leadership in special issues and editorial contributions (e.g., introducing FIRElinks and fire-hydrology special issues) highlights recognition in the academic community. He is actively involved in advising and research supervision, implied by his PhD and research group leadership. His projects often address applied environmental problems, including soil conservation in vineyards, wildfire management, and climate change adaptation. He has contributed to policy-relevant studies, such as the EU Soil Observatory’s role in erosion monitoring. Cerda Bolinches is affiliated with the SEDER research group, which conducts long-term experimental studies on soil erosion, such as at the El Teularet-Sierra de Enguera experimental station in Valencia. This lab supports field-based research on erosion processes, land management, and sustainable viticulture.