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Bob Becking is a Professor at Utrecht University (Netherlands) specializing in the intersection of historical climatology and ancient Near Eastern studies. He delivered a guest lecture on December 3, 2013, titled "Paleoclimatology and ancient Israel - two examples: David and the exile" as part of the academic series "The Hebrew Bible and its Contexts" chaired by Thomas Römer at Site Marcelin Berthelot. His research examines how Holocene climate oscillations influenced human behavior and historical trajectories in Iron Age Israel/Palestine (1200-331 BCE), integrating evidence from the GISP II-project in Greenland with archaeological and textual analysis. He critically engages with biblical narratives like the Davidic monarchy, emphasizing evidence-based reconstruction of historical constraints including demography, technology, landscape, and politics. Becking's work bridges paleoclimatology and religious studies, challenging uncritical appropriations of biblical figures while establishing environmental parameters for historical interpretation. His methodology prioritizes empirical evidence over narrative convenience in reconstructing ancient socio-political dynamics.

• Paleoclimatology
• Ancient Israel
• Hebrew Bible Studies
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Michel Legrand is a Research Director at CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique) affiliated with LISA (Laboratoire Interuniversitaire des Systèmes Atmosphériques), a French research laboratory focused on atmospheric systems. His work primarily centers on ice core analysis to study historical atmospheric composition and pollution across Europe, the Caucasus, and polar regions. Dr. Legrand's research focuses on understanding atmospheric processes through the analysis of ice cores from various regions including the Alps, Caucasus, and Antarctica. His work spans several critical areas of atmospheric science: Desert aerosol cycles and their impact on climate Historical pollution patterns and their sources Organic carbon aerosols and their evolution Atmospheric chemistry of trace elements and pollutants Climate reconstruction using ice core records Anthropogenic impacts on atmospheric composition since pre-industrial times Analysis of Dr. Legrand's recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong focus on using ice cores as historical archives of atmospheric composition. His work demonstrates how industrial activities, military operations, and natural processes have altered atmospheric chemistry over centuries. Key trends include documenting the anthropogenic impact on trace elements like bromine, chlorine, phosphorus, and heavy metals, with particular attention to European pollution history. His research combines precise chemical analysis of ice cores with atmospheric modeling to reconstruct past atmospheric conditions and identify pollution sources, showing significant increases in pollutants linked to specific industrial processes and historical events like World War II. Dr. Legrand actively collaborates with international research teams across Europe and North America, working with institutions involved in polar and high-mountain research. His laboratory work at LISA involves advanced analytical techniques for ice core analysis and atmospheric chemistry, contributing significantly to our understanding of historical atmospheric composition and the human impact on air quality over time.

• Atmospheric Science
• Ice Core Analysis
• Aerosol Research
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Claire Damesin is a Professor at the University of Paris-Saclay, affiliated with the Plant Ecophysiology team at the Laboratoire Écologie, Société et Évolution (IDEEV). Her work bridges plant physiology, ecology, and interdisciplinary studies with art, focusing on tree carbon dynamics and human-nature relationships. Her educational background includes: Admission to Ecole Normale Supérieure (ENS Lyon) in 1988 French national agrégation in Life and Earth sciences in 1991 Master of General Ecology (DEA) from University Paris Sud in 1992 PhD from the Center of Functional and Evolutionary Ecology in Montpellier (1993-1996) Professor Damesin's research centers on tree ecophysiology , particularly in carbon functioning of woody parts (ring growth, reserve dynamics, stem respiration, and stem photosynthesis), stable carbon isotope composition (13C/12C) in leaves and rings, and tree responses to drought and climate variations. She pioneers art-science collaborations exploring intimacy with trees and interdisciplinary approaches to human-nature relationships, integrating ecology, art, anthropology, and philosophy. Her methodology combines field studies on mature forest trees and potted plants. Analysis of her publications reveals a strong focus on carbon cycling in trees using stable isotopes to understand climate responses and tree decline across species like beech, oak, and pine. A notable evolution is her expansion into human-nature relationship studies through art-science projects, reflecting interdisciplinary innovation. She actively contributes to academic leadership as co-manager of the EVEF sector in the Master BEE program and manager of the 'Adaptations to change' teaching unit. Her teaching spans all levels from undergraduate to master's programs, covering botany, plant anatomy, soil-vegetation relationships, and field trainings, with recent innovations in creativity workshops and human-nature relation courses. Professor Damesin leads the Plant Ecophysiology team within IDEEV laboratory, driving research on tree responses to environmental changes and fostering science-art collaborations that redefine ecological engagement.

• Tree Ecophysiology
• Carbon Cycling in Trees
• Stable Isotope Analysis
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Dr. Fousiya A A is an Assistant Professor at the School of Earth, Environmental and Sustainability Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, since November 2024. A certified diver and the first woman from Lakshadweep to earn a PhD and complete postdoctoral research in Marine Geosciences, she specializes in paleoclimate reconstruction through geochemical and isotopic analyses of marine carbonate records. Education: PhD in Marine Geosciences from Anna University, Chennai Experience: Postdoctoral Fellow at IIT Kanpur (2022–2024), Project Scientist at NCSCM (2019), Research Associate at IIT Kanpur (2021–2022) Her research focuses on climate change impacts on marine ecosystems , using stable isotope tracers to study ocean-atmosphere teleconnection processes, extreme weather events, and anthropogenic influences on coastal environments. Her work bridges scientific knowledge with policy-making for vulnerable coastal regions. Selected publications highlight her expertise in coral and bivalve isotopic records , precipitation isotope analysis , and coastal environmental risk assessment , with studies tracing thermal stress events, El Niño impacts, and monsoon variability through marine proxies. Scientific Awards: Goldschmidt 2025 Conference Grant Scientist of the Year 2024 (Environmental Sciences) Goldschmidt 2023 Conference Grant Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship (2022) Best Paper Presentation Award (RTCCS-18, 2018) Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship (2013–2017) She actively seeks PhD candidates with CSIR-NET/JRF or GATE fellowships to join her research group focusing on paleoclimate studies, geochemistry, and environmental sustainability.

• Paleoclimate reconstruction
• Stable isotope geochemistry
• Ocean-atmosphere interactions
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Eric Chaumillon is a Professor at the University of La Rochelle and Head of the Coastal and Environmental Observatory (OLE), specializing in coastal geology and sediment dynamics. His research integrates very high resolution seismic stratigraphy , core sampling, geomorphological monitoring, and numerical modeling to study coastal environments. His research focuses on semi-closed coastal systems (estuaries, lagoons, river mouths, sandbanks) where high sedimentation rates preserve environmental change records spanning decades to millennia. Key projects include analyzing the Arçay Spit's evolution in the Vendée Atlantic coast and the Longe de Boyard sandbank within estuaries. His work addresses two primary objectives: (1) linking morphological evolution with hydrodynamic processes, and (2) deciphering sedimentary records of sea-level changes, climate shifts, storm-induced submersions, and anthropogenic impacts. Chaumillon's publication record demonstrates expertise in tsunami and storm deposit discrimination , coastal carbon sequestration , and historical bathymetric reconstruction . His research spans global sites including the Lesser Antilles, American Samoa, East African lakes, and French Atlantic coastlines, with methodological innovations like X-ray tomography for sediment fabric analysis. As Head of the Coastal and Environmental Observatory (OLE), he leads multidisciplinary research on coastal resilience and environmental change. His work integrates field observations, geophysical surveys, and numerical modeling to address contemporary challenges in coastal management and climate adaptation.

• Coastal Geology
• Sedimentology
• Seismic Stratigraphy
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Matthieu LE BAILLY is a Professor at Université de Franche-Comté, affiliated with the CNRS UMR 6249 Chrono-Environnement. His research focuses on paleoparasitology, parasitology, bioarchaeology, and paleoecology, aiming to trace the evolution of human and animal parasites through time using coprology, immunology, and molecular biology. Key projects include studies on ancient parasite biodiversity, host-parasite relationships, and paleoclimatic impacts on parasite prevalence. Notable contributions include analyses of intestinal parasite resistance in ancient soils, interdisciplinary approaches to Neolithic lifeways, and the application of AI to paleoparasitological data. His work spans global archaeological sites, from Peru to Russia, and integrates bioarchaeological and environmental datasets. Recent publications (2021–2025) highlight advancements in understanding parasite migration, Roman urban defense systems, and climate change effects on Neolithic parasite ecosystems. He advises three PhD/Master’s students and collaborates on projects like Mont’Prospect2.0 and Néolithisation du Nord-Ouest de la Russie (2NOR). Labs/Teams: Chrono-Environnement (CNRS/UFC), with multidisciplinary collaborations in environmental archaeology and paleoparasitology.

• Palaeoparasitology
• Parasitology
• Bioarchaeology
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Marianne Greff is a Professor and Director of the Department of Training and Doctoral Studies at Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris (IPGP), Université Paris Cité. She serves as deputy director in charge of formation and maintains an active research program in geomagnetism and geophysics. Her office is located at IPGP - Bureau 137 - 1, rue Jussieu - 75238 Paris cedex 05. Professor Greff's research focuses on Earth's deep interior processes, particularly geomagnetism, mantle dynamics, and planetary science. Her work integrates satellite gravity measurements with geodynamic modeling to understand mass redistribution in Earth's mantle, polar wander phenomena, and the relationship between deep Earth processes and surface observations. She has made significant contributions to understanding how mantle convection influences surface topography, plate tectonics, and Earth's rotation over geological timescales. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent research trajectory examining Earth's deep structure and dynamics through innovative combinations of satellite geodesy, seismology, and geodynamic modeling. Her work often explores the connections between deep mantle processes and observable surface phenomena, with particular emphasis on how mass redistribution affects Earth's rotation and geodetic measurements. Recent publications demonstrate her leadership in using satellite gravity data (particularly from the GOCE mission) to constrain mantle properties and dynamics. Active researcher with publications spanning from 2010 to 2024 Specializes in integrating multiple geophysical datasets to study Earth's interior Focus on the relationship between deep Earth processes and surface observations As Director of the Department of Training and Doctoral Studies, Professor Greff oversees academic programs and doctoral research at IPGP, guiding the next generation of geoscientists while maintaining her own active research agenda in Earth sciences.

• Geomagnetism
• Geophysics
• Earth's Mantle Dynamics
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Cyril GAGNAISON is an Associate Professor in Geosciences at UniLaSalle since 2007, affiliated with the B2R (Geology/Geosciences) research unit (U2R 7511). He holds a PhD from Sorbonne University (2006), a DEA in Paleontology from the University of Montpellier II (2003), and a Geological Engineering diploma from the Albert-de-Lapparent Institute (2002). His teaching includes courses on paleontology, sedimentology, and geology field modules. Research focuses on Paris Basin geology, Miocene vertebrate fossils, and geoarchaeology. Collaborates with institutions like the National Museum of Natural History (MNHN), BRGM, and regional geological heritage commissions. Leads field missions in France and internationally (e.g., Emirates, Oman, Morocco). His research interests span paleontology, stratigraphy, and geological heritage preservation. Key projects include studies on decapod crustaceans in the Miocene 'Faluns' of Anjou-Touraine and Paleocene marine incursions in Amazonia. His work integrates field geology, biostratigraphy, and geochemical analyses to address paleoenvironmental and biogeographic questions. Publications emphasize decapod systematics, vertebrate paleontology, and sedimentological interpretations. He has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2000, focusing on Miocene and Paleocene strata.

• Paleontology
• Stratigraphy
• Geoarchaeology
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Bruno Malaizé is a Lecturer in paleoclimatology at the University of Bordeaux, where he is actively engaged in research on past climate dynamics and their interactions with human civilizations. He leads the Isotopie platform, dedicated to stable isotope analysis, and serves as an elected member of the national Artémis committee for radiocarbon dating in France. Research Interests: His work spans the Quaternary period, focusing on hydroclimatic rhythms, monsoon variability, Saharan dust transport, and the impact of climate change on ancient societies such as the Maya, Inca, Mesopotamians, and Pacific islanders. He integrates geological, geochemical, and archaeological data to reconstruct environmental changes over millennia. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in using marine and lacustrine sediment records to decode long-term climate patterns, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. These studies often bridge paleoclimatology with human history, emphasizing climate as a driver of societal change. Bruno Malaizé contributes to public understanding of climate science through media appearances and educational outreach, including contributions to the Encyclopedia of the Environment and public talks on global warming and ancient civilizations. Leadership and Service: Member, Artémis Committee (C14 dating, France) Head, Isotopie Platform (stable isotope analysis) Contributor, Encyclopedia of the Environment (University of Grenoble) Public Engagement: He has participated in media discussions on climate change impacts on ancient civilizations and delivered public lectures, such as at the Grand Bivouac Festival. His outreach underscores the relevance of paleoclimatology to contemporary climate challenges.

• Paleoclimatology
• Quaternary Climate Change
• Ocean and Climate Interactions
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Kyle Harper is Professor of Classics and Letters at the University of Oklahoma and Fractal Faculty at the Santa Fe Institute. He currently holds the annual Sustainable Common Future Chair at the Collège de France for the 2023-2024 academic year, where he delivered his inaugural lecture Climate Change and Social Dynamics: Historical Perspectives on the Grand Challenge in February 2024 and taught courses on history, society, and climate. Dr. Harper's research integrates natural sciences into historical scholarship, focusing on how climate change and infectious diseases have shaped human societies throughout history. His work examines humanity as agents of ecological change, exploring how historical perspectives can inform contemporary issues in biodiversity, public health, and sustainable development. He approaches these topics through the lens of complex systems theory, analyzing the interplay between environmental factors and social resilience. His publications reveal a consistent trajectory examining the relationship between environmental factors and human history, with increasing focus on climate change and disease ecology. The works demonstrate interdisciplinary methodology combining historical analysis with insights from paleoclimatology, epidemiology, and systems theory to understand long-term historical patterns. His notable awards include: Guggenheim Fellowship from John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Award from Carnegie Corporation of New York Fellowship from Dumbarton Oaks Institute As Sustainable Common Future Chair at the Collège de France, Harper has developed teaching programs examining historical climate-society interactions from Roman times through the Little Ice Age, investigating themes of resilience, fragility, and social tipping points. His work bridges historical scholarship with contemporary environmental challenges, providing deep-time perspectives on current climate crises.

• History of Infectious Disease
• Climate Change History
• Ecological History
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Edouard Bard is a Professor at the Collège de France, holding the chair "Climate and Ocean Evolution." His laboratory is based at the European Center for Research and Education in Environmental Geosciences ( CEREGE ), a joint research unit in Aix-en-Provence. PhD in Geology, University of Paris-Saclay (1987) Postdoctoral Fellow, Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory (1987-1990) Professor, University of Aix-Marseille (1991-2001) His research integrates climatology, oceanography, and geology to reconstruct Earth's climate history using geochemical archives like ocean sediments, corals, stalagmites, and ice cores. He employs mass spectrometry and isotopic dating to model climate forcings and distinguish natural versus anthropogenic impacts. Recent lectures (Feb-Apr 2026) explore climatic and societal interactions over the past 2000 years. His work spans global warming contexts, ocean-carbon cycle feedbacks, and extreme climate events. Member, Académie des Sciences (2010) Fellow, American Geophysical Union (1997) International Member, US National Academy of Sciences (2014) European Geosciences Union Honorary Member (2013) Publications focus on sea level reconstruction , deglaciation dynamics , and interhemispheric climate links , leveraging U/Th and 14C dating for precise chronologies.

• Paleoclimatology
• Oceanography
• Geology
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Pascal BARRIER is an Associate Professor in Geosciences at Campus de Beauvais, affiliated with the B2R research unit. His expertise spans both applied geology and geoarchaeology, with a focus on sedimentary basins, petroleum reservoirs, and archaeological site analysis across France, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. He holds a PhD and HDR in Earth Sciences and collaborates with institutions like the University of Delft and University of Catania. His research integrates field studies with laboratory analysis, addressing topics ranging from carbonate diagenesis in Oman to Pleistocene coastal dynamics in Calabria. Education: PhD and HDR in Earth Sciences (dates unspecified). His work bridges academia and industry, with specializations in: Paleoecology and reservoir geometry Tectono-sedimentary processes in transform margins Geoarchaeological material provenance studies Recent studies analyze plastic transport in Mediterranean watersheds and Pleistocene vertebrate sites like the Grotte du Lazaret. He leads modules in the Geosciences engineering program and advises on geological heritage conservation. Collaborative projects include sedimentological mapping of the Miocene Peloritani Mountains and tectonic studies of the Arabian Plate margin.

• Sedimentary Geology
• Geoarchaeology
• Petroleum Geology
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Julien Azuara is an Assistant Professor affiliated with the Chrono-environment laboratory (UMR 6249 CNRS/UFC) at the Université de Franche-Comté in France. His research focuses on plant population dynamics in past and present ecosystems, with particular emphasis on Holocene forest dynamics, past climatic variations, cliff ecology, and meadow ecosystems. He holds a PhD in Paleontology from the National Museum of Natural History in Paris (2017), where his dissertation examined the influence of climate and human activities on Holocene vegetation in the northwest Mediterranean. His research interests span several interconnected fields: Palaeoclimatology - reconstructing past climate variations using multi-proxy approaches Paleoecology - analyzing historical plant-animal-environment interactions Palynology - utilizing pollen analysis for vegetation reconstruction Cliff and Meadow Ecology - studying these ecosystems as biodiversity refugia Holocene Forest Dynamics - examining long-term vegetation changes His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on reconstructing Mediterranean vegetation and climate dynamics during the Holocene, utilizing innovative techniques such as pollen-based REVEALS modeling, wavelet analysis of multi-proxy records, and plant functional type classification. The research consistently addresses human-environment interactions, climate variability impacts on ecosystems, and methodological advances in paleoenvironmental reconstruction. He actively collaborates on interdisciplinary projects including the Demeter Project investigating agrobiodiversity changes and the reconstruction of Neolithic landscapes in Mediterranean France. His work integrates approaches from paleoecology, archaeology, and climate science.

• Palaeoclimatology
• Paleoecology
• Palynology
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Claire HOUMARD is a Professor at the Université de Bourgogne Franche-Comté, affiliated with the Chrono-environnement research unit (UMR 6249 CNRS). Her work focuses on Arctic prehistory, particularly the settlement dynamics of pre-Inuit cultures (Pre-Dorset, Dorset, Thule) and Yup’ik communities. She leads the YUP’IK archaeological mission (2022–2025), funded by the French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, and co-directs a PCR project exploring the Upper Doubs Valley’s prehistoric occupations. Her research emphasizes animal bone technology as a lens to study mobility, environmental adaptation, and symbolic representations. Notable projects include analyses of whale bone tools in the Bay of Biscay and caribou wood exploitation among precontact Yup’ik societies. Recent publications span 20+ years, addressing technological continuity in Arctic cultures, subsistence strategies during climatic shifts (e.g., Little Ice Age), and bone material use across millennia. She has supervised at least one advisee, Quentin Verriez, and contributed to multidisciplinary studies combining analytical methods with ecological and historical frameworks. Her work bridges archaeology with climate science, offering insights into long-term human-environment interactions in polar regions.

• Archaeology
• Prehistory
• Arctic Studies
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Anne-Véronique Walter-Simonnet is an Assistant Professor (HDR) at the University of Franche-Comté, affiliated with the GEODE department in the Chrono-environment UMR 6249 CNRS/UFC. Her research focuses on paleoenvironments, tephrochronology, and geochemistry, with a particular emphasis on reconstructing climatic and anthropogenic impacts on natural environments. Key projects include the OdySéYeu initiative and studies of the Vosges Massif's glacial history. Research Interests: Tephrochronological frameworks for Western Europe Sedimentological and geochemical analysis of lake, peat, and coastal records Environmental history of human-impacted landscapes Articles Overview: Recent publications explore Holocene sediment dynamics in northeastern France, tephra layer identification in volcanic regions, and the legacy of metallurgical pollution in the Vosges Mountains. Methodologically, her work integrates multidisciplinary approaches like geochemical analysis and palynology to address environmental change and human impact. Labs/Teams: Active in GEODE and SOPAST research groups, focusing on geological and environmental studies in collaboration with institutions like the National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS).

• Paleoenvironments
• Tephrochronology
• Geochemistry
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