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Wilfried PfingstenView profile

Researcher

• Reactive Transport Modelling
• Nuclear Waste Management
• Geochemical Processes
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Wilfried Pfingsten is a Senior Scientist at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) within the Laboratory for Waste Management, part of the Center for Nuclear Engineering and Sciences. He holds an adjunct Lecturer role at ETH Zurich's Department of Environmental Systems Science (2010–2020). His research focuses on nuclear waste management, reactive transport modeling, and geochemical processes in subsurface systems. Pfingsten leads projects such as MODATS (monitoring data management) and contributes to global initiatives like EURAD and SITEX.Network. Education: PhD (Dr.-Ing.) in Civil Engineering from Leibniz University Hannover (1990), with earlier roles as a Research Scientist at the Institute of Water Resources Management (1987–1991) and Laserzentrum Hannover (1987). Research Interests: Machine learning applications in geochemical modeling, parameter uncertainty quantification, and digital twins for nuclear waste disposal. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed papers and delivered presentations at major conferences including EURAD Annual Events and the International Conference on Nuclear Engineering. Professional Contributions: Member of PSI’s Research Committee (2003–2013), CCEM Research Committee (2006–2017), and emergency staff (2010–2024). Active in civil society engagement through UMAN project dialogues on nuclear waste uncertainties.

Mojgan Hadi MoslehView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Geo-environmental Engineering
• Carbon Sequestration
• Wellbore Integrity
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Mojgan Hadi Mosleh serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Solids and Structures within the School of Engineering at the University of Manchester. She leads experimental research in geo-environmental engineering with a focus on sustainable solutions for geo-energy environmental challenges and actively supervises PhD students in this field. Her educational background includes a PhD in geological carbon sequestration from Cardiff University (2017) and postdoctoral research at Imperial College London (2015-2017), complemented by over five years of industry experience in geotechnical engineering and mining consultancy. Dr. Hadi Mosleh's research centers on developing sustainable materials for hazardous pollutant remediation in oil-contaminated sites, enhancing sealing material integrity in energy wells, creating solutions for gas leakage in carbon sequestration, and managing geothermal contaminants. Her work extends to applied digital technologies including Building Information Modelling and LiDAR/3D laser scanning, directly contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through: Design of low-cost localized solutions for VOC emissions in socioeconomically deprived communities Development of high-pressure laboratory facilities for geo-material testing Collaborations with Chinese institutions on geo-environmental challenges Her recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a cohesive research trajectory focusing on sustainable composite materials for environmental remediation, particularly biochar-MOF systems for heavy metal and VOC removal, alongside advanced cement formulations for high-temperature geo-energy applications like carbon sequestration and geothermal energy. Dr. Hadi Mosleh has earned significant recognition including: Arthur Holmes Centenary Research Award (2016) Building Innovation Award 2022 finalist buildingSMART 2020 Professional Research Category prize Construction Computing Awards 2021 Health and Safety Software of the Year She currently supervises PhD projects on sustainable materials for oil-contaminated sites and geo-energy technologies while leading the Centre for Crisis Studies and Mitigation research project. Her funded work includes the EPSRC/Research Councils project 'Managing Boron in geothermal outflow water' (2020-2022) in Turkey, with additional grants from the European Commission for RFCS review activities and Newton Fund evaluations. Dr. Hadi Mosleh directs advanced experimental capabilities in geo-environmental engineering at Manchester, associated with the Sustainable Futures Research Beacon, Thomas Ashton Institute, and Manchester Environmental Research Institute. Her international network includes ongoing collaboration with Imperial College London (as Visiting Researcher until 2020) and active partnerships with Chinese universities including China University of Petroleum and China University of Mining and Technology.

Sophie KupplerView profile

Researcher

• Nuclear Waste Governance
• Long-term Governance
• Public Participation
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Sophie Kuppler is a Researcher at the Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS) of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), specializing in nuclear waste governance , long-term planning , and public participation . Her work bridges socio-technical systems analysis with energy transition studies, focusing on repository research, conflict management, and transdisciplinary collaboration. Education BSc in Environmental and Resource Management, Technical University of Cottbus MSc in Technical and Socio-Economic Planning, University of Roskilde PhD in Sociology, University of Stuttgart (2016) Research Focus Long-term governance of nuclear waste repositories Public participation in infrastructure conflicts Socio-technical analysis of energy systems Comparative governance frameworks (Germany/Switzerland) Transparency in nuclear waste management Her publications emphasize place-sensitive governance , institutional learning , and participatory mechanisms in high-risk contexts. Current projects include co-designing geothermal energy concepts and analyzing nuclear cultural heritage. Kuppler's methodological approach combines qualitative case studies, stakeholder workshops, and comparative policy analysis. Scientific Contributions Co-developed frameworks for long-term nuclear waste governance Proposed place-based strategies for repository siting Advanced analytical tools for stakeholder engagement Investigated transparency mechanisms in nuclear facilities

Luca MenegonView profile

Professor

• Structural Geology
• Metamorphic Petrology
• Crustal Deformation
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Luca Menegon is a Professor at the University of Oslo, focusing on Earth's crustal processes. His research explores structural geology, metamorphic petrology, and tectonophysics, with a specialization in lower-crustal deformation and earthquake dynamics. University: University of Oslo Email: luca.menegon@geo.uio.no Research Themes: Crustal deformation, earthquake cycle, fluid-rock interactions, metamorphic reactions, shear zone evolution Mengon's recent publications investigate strain localization under extreme conditions, fluid-driven seismicity, and microstructural records of tectonic processes. His work often integrates field studies with experimental techniques like nanoindentation and geochronology. Key projects linked to his research include Break-Through Rocks – ERC BREAK , CO2Basalt , and COLOSSAL , which involve international collaborations. He is affiliated with research groups such as Interface Dynamics in Geophysical Flows (EarthFlows) and the Goldschmidt Laboratory.

Vladimir CvetkovicView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Urban Development
• Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering
• Environmental Contaminant Transport
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Dr. Vladimir Cvetkovic is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology’s Resources, Energy and Infrastructure department, affiliated with the Digital Futures research center. He serves as Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) for the Humanizing the Sustainable Smart City eXtended (HiSSx) project and previously led the HiSS initiative. His research bridges geotechnical engineering, environmental systems, and urban sustainability, focusing on rock fracture mechanics, contaminant transport, and socio-environmental resilience. Key areas of expertise include: Fracture network analysis and grouting technologies Sustainable smart city development Socio-behavioral modeling for energy consumption Hydrogeology and subsurface processes Recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to urban challenges, combining digital technologies with environmental science. His projects address radioactive waste disposal, smart city infrastructure, and socio-environmental system dynamics. Research outputs span over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with a focus on fluid dynamics in fractures, contaminant transport modeling, and urban policy design. He collaborates internationally on initiatives such as Baltic Sea nutrient management and climate-resilient urban planning in cities like Nanjing and Chicago. Contact: vdc@kth.se | Address: Osquars Backe 5, 100 44 Stockholm, Sweden

Magdalena KrolView profile

Associate Professor

• Contaminant Transport Modeling
• Innovative Groundwater Remediation Technologies
• Microbially Influenced Corrosion of Used Nuclear Fuel Containers
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Dr. Magdalena Krol is an Associate Professor at the Lassonde School of Engineering , York University , specializing in Environmental Engineering within the Civil Engineering department. She holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Toronto and M.E.Sc./B.E.Sc. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Western Ontario. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario Co-founder of the iWaTER Lab for interdisciplinary water research Research Focus Her work bridges groundwater remediation and nuclear waste management , utilizing numerical modeling to address: Subsurface gas dynamics during thermal remediation Migration of nano-scale zero valent iron (nZVI) particles Microbially influenced corrosion in nuclear repositories Green roof hydrology and CO2 sequestration modeling Publication Trends Her recent articles focus on BTEX biodegradation , bisulfide transport in bentonite , and coupled geothermal remediation systems , reflecting her expertise in contaminant hydrogeology and engineered environmental solutions . Scientific Recognition NSERC Post Doctoral Fellowship Early Career Award (International Association of Hydrogeologists) Lassonde Excellence in Graduate Mentorship Award Lassonde Innovation Award Dr. Krol actively mentors students like Aditi Chowdhury and collaborates on deep geological repository safety and thermal remediation optimization.

Rashid BashirView profile

Associate Professor

• Unsaturated flow and transport
• Unsaturated soil mechanics
• Effect of Climate Change on Geotechnical Design
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Rashid Bashir serves as an Associate Professor of geotechnical/geoenvironmental engineering in the Civil Engineering Department at the Lassonde School of Engineering, York University. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from McMaster University, specializing in contaminant hydrogeology and computational mechanics, and brings over 14 years of combined academic and industry expertise in Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering, Mine Hydrogeology, and Computational Mechanics. His educational foundation includes advanced computational modeling for contaminant transport in unsaturated soils developed during doctoral studies at McMaster University, directly enabling his practical contributions to soil cover design for global tailings and landfill facilities. Dr. Bashir's research program addresses critical environmental engineering challenges through focused investigation of unsaturated flow and transport phenomena, unsaturated soil mechanics, and climate change implications for geotechnical infrastructure. He actively develops innovative solutions for mine waste management and soil cover systems while advancing understanding of contaminant hydrogeology, mining hydrogeology, and soil-structure interaction to promote sustainable resource extraction practices. Prior to academia, Dr. Bashir held significant industry positions: as a senior geotechnical engineer at Golder Associates, he led the Unsaturated Soils Group in designing soil covers for tailings facilities worldwide and developing performance-monitoring test plots; at Cameco Corporation, he served as Corporate Mine Hydrogelogist managing Cigar Lake Mine dewatering, implementing depressurization systems at operating mines, and providing expert testimony to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission for Canada’s Deep Geological Repository site selection. His professional profile includes extensive project management of complex mining initiatives, Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) auditing certification, and TapRooT® root cause analysis expertise. While current student advising and grant details are unspecified in available materials, his industry-academia bridge positions him for impactful research mentorship in geoenvironmental engineering.

• Environmental Hydrology
• Subsurface Flow Modeling
• Vadose Zone Hydrology
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Dr. Tissa H. Illangasekare serves as the AMAX Distinguished Chair of Environmental Sciences and Research Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado School of Mines. He directs the Center for the Experimental Study of Subsurface Environmental Processes, focusing on flow and transport in permeable media. His research spans subsurface hydrology, CO2 sequestration, PFAS contamination, and humanitarian engineering applications. His work includes numerical modeling of saturated/unsaturated flow, environmental impacts of energy development , and wireless sensor networks for monitoring. Recent publications emphasize PFAS transport mechanisms, geologic CO2 storage, and multiscale hydrologic modeling. Notably, he has led studies on climate change impacts and human health risks related to groundwater contamination. Elected foreign member of Academia Europaea (2022) PSIPW International Groundwater Prize (2016) Henry Darcy Medalist by European Geoscience Union (2012) Honorary Doctorate, Uppsala University (2010) As Editor of Frontiers in Water and AGU's Perspectives in Earth and Planetary Sciences , he shapes global hydrologic research discourse. His lab conducts intermediate-scale experiments bridging laboratory and field studies for subsurface process validation.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil-Structure Interaction
• Tunnel Engineering
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Dr. Anne-Catherine A.A.M. Dieudonné is an Assistant Professor in Geotechnical Field Testing and Monitoring at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Structural, Seismic, and Geotechnical Engineering from Politecnico di Milano, where she previously worked as a doctoral researcher and assistant professor until joining TU Delft in 2022. Her research focuses on experimental, numerical, and theoretical analysis of soil-structure interaction problems, including foundations, tunnels, embankments, and slope retaining systems. Key interests include developing simplified models for infrastructure design, improving sustainability and reliability of structures, and understanding time-dependent material responses. Her work spans geotechnical monitoring with fiber optics, constitutive modeling of geomaterials (e.g., cement-bentonite mixtures), and energy geotechnics. Notable contributions include studies on tunnel face stability, pile-supported embankments, and bio-cemented soils. Publications emphasize THM modeling for geothermal systems, fracture mechanics, and nuclear waste repository optimization. She collaborates internationally, contributing to advanced multiphysics approaches in geomechanics.

Clara SenaView profile

Researcher

• Hydrogeology
• Environmental Geology
• Contaminant Transport Modelling
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Clara Sena is a Researcher in Hydrogeology at the University of Oslo (UiO) since 2019, affiliated with the Section for Environmental Geosciences. Previously, she held post-doctoral positions at UiO (2016-2019) and the University of Aveiro (2013-2016). Her work spans hydrogeology, environmental geology, and numerical modelling of contaminant transport, with a focus on groundwater-surface water interactions and geochemical redox processes. Sena has participated in major initiatives like IODP Expedition 351 (2014) and coordinated the Norway-Brazil GeoSource network addressing geological resource sustainability. Education : PhD in Geosciences (2009) from University of Aveiro & AMPHOS 21, MSc in Geochemistry (2007), and degrees in Applied Geology and Hydrology. Key Projects : COLOSSAL (Flow across Scales), GeoSource (Norway-Brazil collaboration), and the LOT A2 experiment on radioactive waste repository modelling. Her research integrates numerical tools to study water-rock interactions, contaminant fate, and landslide dynamics. She actively engages in science outreach and policy support, including roles in the EUROFLEETS infrastructure project (2012-2013) and the UNOC-III conference (2025).

• Nuclear Energy and Engineering
• Nuclear Fusion
• Radioactive Wastes
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Raffaella Testoni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Energy (DENERG) within Politecnico di Torino. She serves as a member of the College of Electrical and Energy Engineering and contributes to teaching in both PhD and Master's programs. Research interests: Nuclear energy and engineering, nuclear fusion, radioactive waste management Key skills: Energy processes engineering (ERC PE8_6), climate action (SDG 13), clean energy (SDG 7) Her recent publications focus on ARC-class fusion reactor design, including neutron activation studies, thermal modeling, and safety assessments. She leads commercial research contracts with NewCleo SpA and collaborates on international projects like the Inter-University Center for Peace Studies (CISP). PhD students under her supervision include Gabriele Iob (multiphysics modeling), Danilo Caterino, Serena Crobu, Alessandro Morandi, Antonio Zurzolo, Davide Pettinari, Gabriele Ferrero, Ciro Alberghi (MHD and tritium transport), and Samuele Meschini (tokamak safety assessment).

Ahmad GhassemiView profile

Associate Professor

• Geomechanics
• Hydraulic Fracturing
• Reactive Fluid Flow in Fractures
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Ahmad Ghassemi serves as the ONEOK Chair in Natural Gas Engineering and Management and Associate Professor of Petroleum and Geological Engineering at the University of Oklahoma's Mewbourne School of Petroleum & Geological Engineering. He directs the Natural Gas Engineering and Management Program and leads one of the largest academic reservoir rock mechanics groups in the United States. His educational background includes: B.Sc. in Geological Engineering from the University of Oklahoma M.S. in Engineering Geology from South Dakota School of Mines (1988) M.S. in Geomechanics from University of Minnesota (1990) Ph.D. in Geological Engineering from University of Oklahoma (1996) Ghassemi specializes in geomechanics for unconventional petroleum and geothermal reservoir development, with nearly 30 years of research on high-temperature reservoir rock mechanics, hydraulic fracturing, and wellbore stability. His work emphasizes thermo-poroelastic effects, induced seismicity, rock heterogeneity impacts on stimulated reservoir volume, reactive fluid flow in fractures, and constitutive modeling for chemically-active rocks. Current research integrates experimental and numerical analysis of hydraulic stimulation under in-situ stress conditions. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate intense focus on the Utah FORGE geothermal project, with recurring themes in thermo-poroelastic modeling, fracture propagation in heterogeneous rocks, proppant transport dynamics, and advanced monitoring techniques using fiber optics. Key subfields include natural fracture interaction, temperature-dependent rock properties, and coupled thermal-hydraulic-mechanical-chemical processes. Notable recognition: Geothermal Resources Council Special Achievement Award (2012) for contributions to coupled process modeling Funded by federal agencies and industry for two decades, Ghassemi has led extensive research programs including experimental characterization and numerical modeling of reservoir stimulation. He has served on numerous national/international panels for geothermal systems, CO2 sequestration, and induced seismicity, including SPE Geomechanics Forums, DOE workshops, and EPA technical committees. His group maintains strong industry connections through specialized reservoir geomechanics courses. Experimental work occurs within OU's integrated geomechanics/petrophysics characterization program, while numerical efforts employ finite element and boundary element modeling of THM processes. Current activities focus on Utah FORGE stimulation modeling, proppant transport in fracture networks, and thermal cycling effects on reservoir rocks.

Mark E. OrazemView profile

Professor

• Electrochemical Engineering
• Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
• Corrosion Detection
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Mark E. Orazem is a Distinguished Professor and Associate Chair for Graduate Studies in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Florida. His research focuses on electrochemical engineering, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), and corrosion detection with applications in environmental sustainability and material science. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley (1983), and degrees from Kansas State University (M.S. 1978, B.S. 1976). Research interests include: Electrokinetic dewatering for environmental remediation in phosphate mining. Interpretation of impedance spectra for diverse systems (batteries, fuel cells, neural implants). Development of novel impedance analysis methods to address frequency dispersion challenges. Recent work includes patented corrosion detection sensors for infrastructure and collaborations on quantum-dot LEDs and human skin impedance. His group’s power-law model is widely used in industry for material quality assessment. Key projects involve: Impedance-based corrosion monitoring for bridges and nuclear waste repositories. Electrochemical analysis of neural stimulation devices and chronic implants. Mathematical modeling of under-deposit corrosion and coating degradation. His research emphasizes translating fundamental electrochemical insights into practical engineering solutions for sustainability and healthcare.

Anna StormView profile

Professor

• Nuclear Heritage
• Environmental History
• Industrial Landscapes
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Anna Storm is Professor of Technology and Social Change at Linköping University's Department of Thematic Studies since 2019. Her research examines industrial afterlives through cultural, environmental, and social lenses, focusing on nuclear heritage, infrastructure transformation, and long-term memory processes. PhD in History of Technology from KTH Royal Institute of Technology Associate Professor (Docent) in Human Geography from Stockholm University Research Interests: Post-industrial landscape transformation Nuclear cultural heritage and memory Socio-technical infrastructure analysis Environmental governance and ethics Deep time communication strategies Scientific Contributions span nuclear waste communication frameworks, critical heritage analyses, and interdisciplinary studies of energy landscapes from 2018-2025.

Alexandros NordasView profile

Lecturer

• Computational Mechanics
• Underground Construction
• Tunneling
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Dr. Alexandros Nordas serves as a Lecturer and Senior Scientific Associate in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering at ETH Zürich, specializing in the Chair of Underground Construction (Professur für Untertagbau). His primary institutional affiliation is with ETH Zürich's Institute for Geotechnical Engineering (IGT), where he maintains an active research and consulting profile. His educational background includes a 5-year Diploma in Civil Engineering (Honours, 2nd rank) from the National Technical University of Athens (2013), an M.Sc. in Advanced Structural/Earthquake Engineering (Distinction, top of department) from Imperial College London (2014), and a Ph.D. in Computational Structural Mechanics from Imperial College London (2019). Nordas's research focuses on life-cycle computational simulation of underground systems , particularly for radioactive waste repositories, with expertise in time-dependent ground processes, large deformation problems in rocks, and constitutive modeling. His work bridges industrial consulting—especially for Switzerland's Nagra radioactive waste disposal program—and academic innovation in computational mechanics, tunneling, and emerging applications of artificial intelligence in structural optimization. His publication record demonstrates strong thematic continuity in geomechanics and tunneling, with recent emphasis on TBM performance in challenging ground conditions, squeezing rock mechanics, and Opalinus Clay behavior for nuclear waste repositories. The research shows increasing integration of computational methods with practical engineering design. Telford Premium Prize (Institution of Civil Engineers) Letitia Chitty Centenary Memorial Prize (Imperial College) Patrick J Dowling Prize in Advanced Structural Engineering Imperial College-MIT Global Fellowship Multiple teaching excellence awards Nordas serves as an expert technical consultant for major industrial underground infrastructure projects, particularly Switzerland's planned geological radioactive waste repository. His consulting directly informs his research agenda, creating a robust industry-academia feedback loop. While no specific grants are mentioned, his Nagra-related work implies substantial project funding. He also contributes to ETH's academic mission through courses including Underground Construction I and III.