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Prof. Dr. Günther Dissertori is a Full Professor and Rector of ETH Zurich, where he oversees teaching and academic affairs. His academic journey began at the University of Innsbruck, followed by a doctoral position at CERN, and he joined ETH Zurich as an Assistant Professor in 2001 before becoming a Full Professor in 2007. Academic Role: Full Professor of Particle Physics Institutional Leadership: Rector of ETH Zurich (since 2022) Contact: guenther.dissertori@sl.ethz.ch Research Interests: Dissertori's work spans Particle Physics and Experimental Physics , notably contributing to the CMS experiment at CERN, which was instrumental in the Higgs boson discovery. His group also developed cost-effective PET devices, leading to the spin-off Positrigo AG . Research keywords include Detector Development , Medical Imaging , and Quantum Physics . Teaching Excellence: Recognized with multiple Golden Owl awards (2005–2020) and the Credit Suisse Award for Best Teaching (2013), Dissertori is celebrated for his pedagogical impact in the Department of Particle Physics. Scientific Contributions: His publications include advancements in CMOS technology, quantum dynamics, and medical applications, reflecting interdisciplinary expertise in high-speed electronics, environmental science, and architectural history.

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Experimental Physics
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Tom Ian Battin is a Full Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). He holds roles in three departments: the River Ecosystems Research Laboratory (RIVER), the Laboratory of Management of Infrastructures, Networks and Construction (LIMNC-GE), and the SSIE Teaching Unit (ENS). His research focuses on aquatic ecosystems, microbial communities in glacier-fed streams, climate change impacts, and biogeochemical processes in alpine environments. He advises numerous doctoral students and has supervised over ten theses at EPFL. Battin teaches courses such as 'Fundamentals in Ecology,' 'Aquatic Ecosystems,' and 'Global Change Ecology and Fluvial Ecosystems.' He is actively involved in academic governance, serving on the EPFL Academic Strategic Committee (ASC) and the ENAC Academic Evaluation Committee (CEA). His work investigates how glacier retreat affects stream microbiomes, dissolved organic carbon dynamics, and ecosystem resilience. Key themes include microbial metabolism, biofilm functionality, and the interplay between hydrology and biogeochemistry. Battin leads research projects on global glacier-fed stream biogeography and the resistome of stream biofilms. His interdisciplinary approach bridges ecology, microbiology, and environmental engineering, addressing critical questions about mountain ecosystems under climate change.

• Environmental Sciences
• Aquatic Ecosystems
• Microbial Ecology
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Marcus Christl is a Lecturer at the ETH Zürich Department of Physics and Head of the Laboratory of Ion Beam Physics (LIP) . His academic profile focuses on Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) , cosmogenic nuclide dating, and environmental applications of isotope geochemistry. Office: HPK H 33, Otto-Stern-Weg 5, 8093 Zürich, Switzerland Phone: +41 44 633 38 84 / +41 44 633 65 07 Email: mchristl@phys.ethz.ch ORCID: 0000-0002-3131-6652 Dr. Christl teaches courses in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry and Quaternary Dating Methods , including: 402-0180-00L Ethics and Scientific Integrity for Doctoral Students in Physics 402-0620-00L Current Topics in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry and Its Applications 402-0621-00L Introduction to Accelerator Mass Spectrometry His research spans multiple disciplines through cosmogenic isotope analysis: Climate Science : Using 10 Be and 14 C records to reconstruct solar activity cycles and climate fluctuations over millennial timescales Geochronology : Developing novel dating techniques using 36 Cl/ 10 Be ratios for ice cores and landscape features Geomorphology : Quantifying erosion dynamics in diverse environments from the Alpine foreland to South African pediments Oceanography : Tracing Atlantic water transport patterns using 129 I– 236 U dual tracers Radiochemistry : Advancing methods for nuclear forensics and environmental pollutant analysis Recent publications reveal trends in: Refining AMS systems for analyzing transuranic elements Quantifying landscape evolution through multi-isotope approaches Understanding ocean circulation pathways using artificial radionuclides Investigating soil dynamics in glaciated and tropical environments Correlating cosmogenic production with sea level and climate changes

• Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS)
• Cosmogenic Nuclide Dating
• Erosion and Sediment Dynamics
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Michael W.I. Schmidt is a Full Professor of Physical Geography in the Department of Geography at the University of Zurich (UZH) . He has been a faculty member since 2002, advancing from Assistant to Full Professor in 2014. His research focuses on soil biogeochemistry, particularly soil carbon cycling under climate change, microbial carbon use efficiency, and the stability of pyrogenic organic matter. Research Interests: His work investigates how deep soils respond to warming, the role of microbes in carbon sequestration, and the long-term fate of biochar in soils. He leads the Swiss National Science Foundation project Deep C: Deep soil carbon cycling in a warming world (2017–2023) and collaborates with international institutions including the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry, Lawrence Berkeley Lab, and Cornell University. Publication Trends: His recent articles (2019–2025) reflect a strong focus on climate change impacts on soil carbon, with frequent publications in high-impact journals such as Nature , Nature Geoscience , and Global Change Biology . Key themes include microbial carbon use efficiency, deep soil warming, peatland carbon dynamics, and the stabilization of organic matter. His work increasingly integrates field experiments, molecular analysis, and global synthesis. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Mercator Fellow, German Research Foundation (DFG), 2021 Teacher of the Hour 2020 (student election) Advising and Grants: While specific students are not listed, he leads major funded research projects and has supervised numerous PhD and Master’s theses. He has served as Program Director for five Bachelor and Master programs at UZH (2018–2020), indicating strong academic leadership. His research is supported by the Swiss National Science Foundation and international collaborations. Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with the Department of Geography at UZH and participates in international networks such as the National Hub of the European Joint Program Soil and the Deep Soil Warming Experiment Network. His work involves interdisciplinary teams focusing on soil biogeochemistry, climate change, and sustainable land use.

• Soil Biogeochemistry
• Soil Carbon Cycling
• Climate Change Impacts on Soils
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Prof. Kristopher McNeill is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Environmental Systems Science, where he heads the Institute of Biogeochemistry and Pollutant Dynamics. Born in 1970 in Tucson, Arizona, he earned his BA in Chemistry from Reed College (1992) and PhD from UC Berkeley (1997), followed by postdoctoral work at MIT. His academic career includes positions as Assistant and Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota and Visiting Professorship at Stanford. McNeill's research focuses on environmentally relevant chemical reactions, particularly catalytic and photocatalytic transformations in aquatic systems. Key areas include environmental fate of emerging contaminants, photochemistry in surface waters, and metal-mediated dehalogenation reactions. His group emphasizes mechanistic studies using modern spectroscopic techniques like NMR and time-resolved laser spectroscopy to understand degradation pathways of contaminants. His publication trends show consistent focus on photochemical processes in environmental systems, with recent work expanding into polymer degradation, DNA photochemistry, and atmospheric chemistry. The research demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary integration of analytical chemistry, materials science, and environmental modeling. McNeill teaches multiple courses including: Introduction to Environmental Organic Chemistry Organic Chemistry Term Paper seminars Human Health, Nutrition and Environment

• Environmental Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• Catalysis
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Dr. Christine Christ is a Researcher at the Faculty of Theology of the University of Basel. Her work spans theological disciplines with a focus on historical, ethical, and intercultural perspectives. Institution: University of Basel School: Faculty of Theology She contributes to research areas including theology, religious studies, ecumenism, and ethics, though specific projects are not detailed in the provided texts. Her role involves academic collaboration and guest research initiatives. Recent publications highlight trends in soil science, environmental monitoring, and climate-related research, suggesting potential interdisciplinary engagements or data inconsistencies. These works address multi-scale soil quality frameworks, sediment source apportionment, peatland carbon dynamics, and radionuclide tracing methodologies. Dr. Christ's contact details include the email christine.christ@unibas.ch . No scientific awards or student supervision details are mentioned in the provided data.

• Theology
• Religious Studies
• Ecumenical Research
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Prof. Johan Six is a Full Professor of Sustainable Agroecosystems at ETH Zürich's Institute of Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on agroecosystem management, biogeochemical cycling, and global change impacts. He leads experimental and modeling studies across scales, integrating soil, plant, and microbial interactions to enhance food system resilience. His work spans tropical Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Education: PhD in Soil Science from Colorado State University (1998), followed by roles at UC Davis and ETH Zurich. Awards include AAAS Fellowship, Philippe Duchaufour Medal, and Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher recognition (2015-2020). Research interests emphasize carbon-nutrient dynamics, climate mitigation strategies, and sustainable farming practices. He develops models to predict agroecosystem responses to global change, collaborating on bio-economic assessments and interdisciplinary projects like the World Food System Center. Teaching includes courses on agroecosystems, biogeochemical modeling, and tropical cropping systems. His lab engages in international projects addressing food security, circular bioeconomy practices, and climate-smart agriculture.

• Agroecosystems
• Biogeochemical Cycling
• Climate Change
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Prof. Daniel Hunkeler is a Full Professor of Hydrochemistry and Contaminants at the University of Neuchâtel's Faculty of Science, leading the Laboratory of Hydrochemistry and Contaminants within the Centre for Hydrogeology and Geothermics. He holds a PhD from ETH Zurich and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Waterloo, Canada. His research focuses on chemical and microbial behavior in aquifers, employing advanced analytical techniques like compound-specific isotope analysis and tracing methods. Key areas include pesticide metabolite transport, PFAS fate, and interactions between hydrological and biogeochemical processes in drained organic soils. Recent projects investigate: Pesticide metabolite persistence in soil-groundwater systems PFAS migration from soil to groundwater Nitrate leaching dynamics in agricultural settings Microbial activity at river-aquifer interfaces Teaching responsibilities include courses in hydrogeochemistry, contaminant hydrogeology, and tracer applications at both bachelor's and master's levels. He directs the University of Neuchâtel's 20-year-old continuing education program on contaminated site management and advises governmental agencies on groundwater policy. Professional roles include vice-directorship of the Swiss Society for Hydrogeology and membership in water quality commissions. Research outputs emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining field monitoring with modeling to address water quality challenges. Publications from 2023-2025 highlight innovations in noble gas tracers, microbial cytometric analysis, and climate change impacts on groundwater systems.

• Environmental Hydrochemistry
• Contaminant Transport
• Groundwater Quality
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Moritz Lehmann is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Sciences , University of Basel , specializing in Aquatic and Isotope Biogeochemistry . His research spans Aquatic Biogeochemistry , Stable Isotope Geochemistry , and Microbial Ecology , with a focus on lake and marine systems. Education: PhD in Environmental Geochemistry/Stable Isotope Geochemistry from ETH Zurich (2002). Professional Roles: Full Professor (2017–present), Head of Department (2019–2023), Cox Visiting Professor at Stanford University (2018). Research Trends: Recent publications highlight his work on lake sediment priming effects , oxygen isotope calibration , nitrous oxide kinetics , and methanogenesis in oxic waters . Collaborative projects with institutions like ETH Zurich and Stanford emphasize stable isotope analysis and biogeochemical modeling . Leadership & Grants: Served on the Department Board of Directors (2017–2023) and as Dean of Research (2014–2017). Led projects funded by agencies including the Federal Office for Agriculture and Zurich Basel Plant Science Centre .

• Aquatic Biogeochemistry
• Stable Isotope Biogeochemistry
• Organic Geochemistry
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Florian Breider is a Researcher and Head of the Central Environmental Laboratory (GR-CEL) at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) and the Institute of Environmental Engineering (IIE). He also serves as a Lecturer in the SSIE - Enseignement unit, contributing to environmental sciences education at EPFL. His research focuses on environmental chemistry, particularly the formation and detection of disinfection by-products such as N-nitrosamines in water systems, the role of disinfectants in promoting antibiotic resistance, and the development of advanced analytical methods using stable isotope techniques. His work integrates analytical chemistry, biogeochemistry, and water treatment engineering to address critical challenges in water safety and quality. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on N-nitrosamine formation mechanisms, chlorinated organic compounds, and isotopic tracing in environmental systems. Key themes include micelle-catalyzed nitrosation, chloroform formation from natural organic matter, and the use of UV-photolysis and chemiluminescence for total N-nitrosamine quantification. These studies are primarily published in high-impact journals such as Water Research , Environmental Science & Technology , and Analytical Chemistry . Formation mechanisms of N-nitrosamines and chlorinated organics Stable isotope analysis for environmental forensics Development of analytical tools for water contaminant detection Disinfection processes and their unintended consequences He has supervised at least one PhD student at EPFL, Margaux Océane Voumard, and is actively involved in teaching courses such as Analysis of Pollutants in the Environment and Urban Dialogues: Sustainability and Mediation . His research is supported by ongoing projects related to disinfection agents and antibiotic resistance in wastewater. He leads a research unit focused on environmental laboratory analysis and method development.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Water Quality
• Disinfection By-products
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Gerald Dicen is a researcher and PhD candidate in Environmental Geosciences at the University of Basel, Switzerland, affiliated with the Department of Environmental Sciences under the Faculty of Natural Sciences. He holds an MSc in Environmental Science (Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines) and a BSc in Physics (Silliman University, Philippines). His research spans biogeochemistry, soil science, and environmental radioactivity. Current focus areas: plant-microbe interactions, radiocesium transfer in plants, carbon cycling in mangrove sediments, and heavy metal bioaccumulation in agricultural systems. Key awards: MEXT NSRA Nuclear Research Fellow (Japan Atomic Energy Agency, 2022–2023). Prior roles: Science Research Specialist at DOST-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (2018–2023), lecturer at Loyola Student Center (2013, 2017), and faculty member at Berea Arts and Sciences High School (2013–2014). His published work includes studies on soil contamination, radiation shielding, and nutrient dynamics in ecosystems, with co-authorship in peer-reviewed journals like Journal of Environmental Radioactivity and Environmental Science and Pollution Research . Gerald's research integrates interdisciplinary methods in environmental systems biology and geochemistry.

• Environmental Geosciences
• Biogeochemistry
• Soil Science
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Professor Anneleen Foubert is a faculty member in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Fribourg , affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Medicine . Her research focuses on sedimentology, tectonics, and geochemical processes in extreme environments. Key areas of expertise include continental rift systems (e.g., Danakil Depression), cold seep ecosystems, and carbonate diagenesis. She leads studies on the interplay between biotic activity and geologic processes, particularly in submarine environments. Recent work explores Evaporite dynamics in Afar rift basins Gas migration mechanisms in Mediterranean sedimentary systems High-pH hydrothermal mineralization at Lost City Stratigraphic architecture of Jurassic Opalinus Clay Her fieldwork spans Ethiopia, Turkey, Spain, and the Mediterranean Sea, combining geological mapping, core analysis, and geochemical modeling. Current projects investigate Afar's magma-rich rifting and Mediterranean cold-water coral mound archives.

• Geosciences
• Sedimentology
• Alpine Geomorphology
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Dr. Carolina Fernandes Moreira de Carvalho is a researcher at the Professorship for Surface Earth Evolution at ETH Zürich. Her work focuses on isotopic fractionation processes, particularly oxygen isotopes in enzymatic reactions and environmental systems. Key research themes include: Stable isotope analysis in biogeochemical cycles Enzymatic reaction kinetics Photosynthesis efficiency in aquatic organisms Environmental applications of microalgal systems Recent publications highlight methodological advancements in isotope-ratio mass spectrometry and fundamental studies on oxygen isotope dynamics. Her work bridges geochemical processes with biochemical mechanisms across diverse environmental contexts. Contact: carolina.carvalho@eaps.ethz.ch

• Isotope Geochemistry
• Environmental Science
• Biochemistry
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Dr. Martin Glaus is a Research Scientist at the Laboratory for Waste Management, Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), Switzerland. Since 1992, he has led research on radionuclide transport in geological media, focusing on diffusion processes in clay-rich environments and organic matter interactions. He currently heads the Diffusion Processes Group and manages projects under the EU's FUTuRE initiative. Education: PhD in Inorganic Chemistry (1989, ETH Zurich) with a thesis on iron mobilization from transferrin. M.Sc. in Biochemistry (1984, ETH Zurich). Professional experience includes postdoctoral research at EAWAG (1989–1992) and teaching/research at ETH Zurich (1984–1989). Research interests span experimental studies of radionuclide speciation, solute diffusion in compacted clays, organic polymer degradation, and analytical techniques like ion chromatography. His work emphasizes understanding radionuclide retention mechanisms in geological repositories. Expert activities include co-supervision of 4 PhD theses (ETH Zurich, University of Bern) and peer review for journals like Applied Geochemistry and Radiochimica Acta . He serves on expert panels for waste management projects in Finland and Switzerland. Laboratory leadership includes managing the Diffusion Processes Group and contributing to large-scale initiatives like the Swiss Deep Drilling Campaign. His research bridges fundamental clay science with applied radioactive waste management solutions.

• Radionuclide transport in geological media
• Clay mineral diffusion
• Aqueous coordination chemistry
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Jay Gates Slowik is a Scientist at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), Switzerland, affiliated with the Laboratory of Atmospheric Chemistry under the Center for Energy and Environmental Sciences. His research leverages aerosol mass spectrometry and statistical techniques to analyze atmospheric pollutants, with a focus on organic aerosols and combustion emissions. Education: 1997–2001: Chemistry student, Williams College, USA 2001–2006: Doctoral student, Boston College, USA 2006–2010: Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Toronto, Canada 2011–present: Atmospheric Scientist, Paul Scherrer Institut Research Interests: Slowik's work centers on: (1) Chemical/physical characterization of aerosols using advanced instrumentation; (2) Source apportionment of organic aerosols via statistical methods like positive matrix factorization; (3) Development of novel techniques for real-time aerosol analysis; (4) Biomass burning emissions and their atmospheric aging; (5) Health impacts of particulate matter in urban and regional environments. Publication Trends: His recent articles (2024–2025) predominantly investigate biomass/coal combustion aerosols, oxidative potential of pollutants, and source apportionment in global regions including India, China, and Europe. Methodological innovations in mass spectrometry and statistical modeling are consistent themes. Awards: NASA Earth Systems Science Fellowship (2003–2006) Outstanding Poster Award, EMSI Workshop (2003, 2004) ACCESS VIII Participant (2005) SNF Ambizione Research Fellow (2011–2013) Laboratory & Teams: Slowik leads research at PSI's Laboratory of Atmospheric Chemistry, collaborating on multinational projects addressing air pollution in Delhi, Beijing, Paris, and other megacities.

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Aerosol Science
• Organic Aerosols
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