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Jonathan Christopher MattinglyView profile

Professor

• Stochastic Dynamics
• Stochastic Partial Differential Equations
• Fluid Dynamics
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Jonathan Christopher Mattingly is the Kimberly J. Jenkins Distinguished University Professor of New Technologies at Duke University, holding professorships in Mathematics and Statistical Science within Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. His research spans stochastic dynamics, fluid dynamics, and quantifying gerrymandering, with notable contributions to stochastic partial differential equations and redistricting analysis. He earned his BS from Yale University and PhD from Princeton University under Yakov Sinai. Mattingly has held roles at Stanford University and the Institute for Advanced Study before joining Duke in 2003. He is a fellow of the American Mathematical Society and the Institute of Mathematical Statistics, and recipient of the PECASE and Sloan Fellowship. His work on gerrymandering has influenced legal cases, including Rucho v. Common Cause. Education B.S. in Applied Mathematics with Physics concentration, Yale University (1992) PhD in Applied and Computational Mathematics, Princeton University (1998) Research Interests Mattingly’s work focuses on long-time behavior of random dynamical systems, stochastic PDEs, and applications to fluid dynamics and biological systems. He pioneered methods to mathematically assess gerrymandering using ensemble analysis of districting maps. Recent projects include studying enhanced dissipation in fluid flows and central limit theorems on stratified spaces. Grants & Awards National Science Foundation RTG Grant (2021–2026) Simons Foundation Stochastic Dynamics Grant (2024–2025) Defender of Freedom Award (Common Cause, 2018) Advising & Contributions Mattingly mentors graduate and undergraduate researchers, with notable alumni advancing in academia and industry. His lab collaborates on redistricting software tools and stochastic modeling. Current projects include quantifying partisan bias in North Carolina’s legislative maps and analyzing mixing rates in fluid systems. Labs & Collaborations He leads the Duke Quantifying Gerrymandering group, developing computational methods to evaluate electoral fairness. Collaborates with statisticians and legal experts on high-impact cases, integrating mathematical rigor into public policy debates.

• Environmental Health
• Air Quality Monitoring
• Public Health
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Dr. Dong Gao is an Associate Research Scientist in Environmental Health Sciences at Yale School of Public Health. She holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (2019) and joined Yale in 2020 under Dr. Krystal Pollitt's lab. Her research focuses on air quality monitoring, particulate matter (PM2.5) oxidative potential, and health impacts of air pollutants. Education: BS in Environmental Engineering (Sun Yat-sen University, 2014), MS in Computational Science & Engineering (Georgia Tech, 2019), PhD in Environmental Engineering (Georgia Tech, 2019). Research Interests: Air quality modeling and monitoring Oxidative potential of PM2.5 Exposure assessment for respiratory pathogens (e.g., SARS-CoV-2) Environmental health disparities Recent Work: Published studies on PM2.5 oxidative potential variations in Colombian cities (2025), wearable passive samplers for chemical exposure (2023), and SARS-CoV-2 air sampling methods (2022). Collaborates with global teams on environmental health projects. Labs/Teams: Krystal Pollitt Lab at YSPH, part of Environmental Health Sciences department.

Geoffrey M. BowersView profile

Associate Professor

• Geochemistry
• Solid-State NMR
• Mineral-Fluid Interfaces
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Geoffrey M. Bowers is Associate Professor and Chair of Chemistry and Biochemistry at St. Mary's College of Maryland. His research focuses on physical geochemistry, mineral-fluid interfaces, and environmental applications of spectroscopy. Bowers directs an active research group involving undergraduate students in NSF and DOE-funded projects. Research Areas: Specializes in molecular-scale analysis of fluid behavior in nanoporous materials using solid-state NMR, with applications in energy recovery, carbon sequestration, and environmental remediation. Current projects investigate supercritical fluid interactions in shale formations and natural organic matter-mineral complexes. Mentorship: Has supervised over 25 undergraduate researchers, with students receiving DOE internships and presenting at national conferences. Maintains collaborations with Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and international institutions. Honors: Recipient of the Norton T. Dodge Award and Steven Muller Distinguished Professorship recognizing scholarly achievements and educational leadership.

• Infectious Diseases
• Virology
• Clinical Medicine
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Dr. Matthias Schmid is a researcher affiliated with Newcastle University , focusing on infectious diseases, virology, and clinical medicine. His work spans epidemiology, public health, and immunology, with significant contributions to understanding HIV, malaria, Hepatitis C, and SARS-CoV-2 dynamics. Key Research Areas: Infectious disease management, antiretroviral therapy, viral mutation analysis, and mucosal immunity. Clinical Expertise: High-consequence infectious diseases (HCID), complication management in viral infections, and pandemic response protocols. Education & Policy: Involved in medical elective recommendations and global health education frameworks. Recent publications highlight his focus on SARS-CoV-2 immunity, monkeypox clinical features, and energy-efficient building technologies, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement. Collaborations span NHS institutions, TropNet surveillance networks, and international research consortia.

Paweł MazierskiView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Environmental Engineering
• Photocatalysis
• Nanotechnology
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Dr. Paweł Mazierski is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Gdańsk, affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Environmental Technology, and Laboratory of Photocatalysis. His research focuses on environmental technology, particularly photocatalytic processes for water purification, CO 2 conversion, and pollutant degradation. University of Gdańsk Faculty of Chemistry Department of Environmental Technology Laboratory of Photocatalysis His work explores nanomaterials like TiO 2 nanotubes, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) for wastewater treatment and sustainable energy applications. Recent studies investigate noble metal modifications, ionic liquid effects on semiconductor surfaces, and machine learning-driven catalyst design. The analysis of his 2024–2025 publications reveals trends in visible-light photocatalysis, bimetallic heterostructures, and hybrid materials combining MOFs with TiO 2 for enhanced CO 2 photoreduction and antibiotic resistance gene removal. His research emphasizes practical solutions for disinfection by-products (DBPs) and emerging contaminants. He actively contributes to environmental applications of metal-organic frameworks, including their use in passive samplers for contaminant monitoring and solar-driven reactors for water treatment. His lab develops innovative materials like polyethersulfone-encapsulated CNT beads and UV LED-based continuous flow systems.

Mei TessumView profile

Academic

• Air Pollution
• Environmental Monitoring
• Aerosol Science
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Mei Tessum serves as a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the University of Illinois' College of Engineering. Her work bridges agricultural engineering with environmental health science, focusing on innovative monitoring techniques for air quality assessment and agricultural safety applications. Position: Research Assistant Professor Institution: University of Illinois Department: Agricultural and Biological Engineering Research Focus: Air pollution monitoring, aerosol science, environmental exposure assessment Dr. Tessum's research interests center on environmental monitoring methodologies with particular emphasis on air pollution exposure assessment. Her work integrates mobile and stationary measurement systems to characterize spatial and temporal variations in air quality across different environments. She investigates both agricultural settings (particularly grain safety and spray technologies) and urban environments (focusing on traffic-related pollution sources). Her research combines field measurements with data analysis techniques to improve understanding of human exposure to air pollutants, particularly PM2.5. She has developed expertise in electrostatic charge measurement in spray systems and mobile monitoring platforms for capturing fine-scale pollution patterns. Analysis of Dr. Tessum's publication record reveals a consistent focus on methodological improvements for environmental monitoring. Her work demonstrates progression from basic measurement techniques (such as electrostatic charge on spray drops) to increasingly sophisticated exposure assessment approaches that integrate multiple monitoring platforms. A notable trend is her development of hybrid monitoring strategies combining mobile platforms with stationary reference sites to create high-resolution exposure maps. Her research has practical applications in both agricultural safety (preventing grain entrapment) and urban public health (understanding PM2.5 exposure sources in cities). Dr. Tessum collaborates extensively with environmental health researchers including Marshall, Vedal, and Larson on air quality studies. Her work has been referenced in policy sources and has gained attention in academic circles with significant Mendeley readership. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, her research appears to involve field measurements, data analysis, and development of environmental monitoring methodologies across both agricultural and urban settings. Her research group likely operates specialized laboratories for aerosol measurement and environmental monitoring, with capabilities for both field deployments and controlled environment testing. The fingerprint analysis of her work highlights key technical areas including surfactants, water spray systems, passive sampling devices, collection efficiency, and mobile monitoring technologies.

William StrosniderView profile

Associate Professor

• Ecological Engineering
• Biogeochemistry
• Water Quality Management
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William Strosnider is an Associate Professor at the Belle W. Baruch Institute for Marine and Coastal Sciences within the School of the Earth, Ocean and the Environment at the University of South Carolina. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (University of Oklahoma), M.S. in Environmental Studies (College of Charleston), and B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (University of Dayton). His research focuses on ecological engineering applications, particularly in coastal areas, addressing water quality challenges through sustainable solutions like floating treatment wetlands, bioreactors, and living shorelines. Specific interests include mine water remediation, pollutant dynamics, and appropriate technologies for developing regions. He has contributed extensively to understanding biogeochemical processes in wetlands and their role in ecosystem restoration. His publications highlight innovative approaches to water treatment, including co-treatment of mine drainage and municipal wastewater, and the design of cost-effective systems like BOLTS. Recent work emphasizes plant suitability for brackish water applications and phosphorus cycling in constructed wetlands. Dr. Strosnider has advised numerous graduate and undergraduate students on projects ranging from karst hydrology to agricultural runoff management. His work bridges applied research and real-world environmental challenges, with a focus on global sustainability and community-driven solutions.

James P. LandersView profile

Professor

• Bioanalytical Chemistry
• Clinical Chemistry
• Microfluidics
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James P. Landers is the Commonwealth Professor in the Departments of Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, and Pathology at the University of Virginia. His interdisciplinary research bridges chemistry, engineering, and clinical sciences, focusing on developing microfluidic technologies for rapid, cost-effective diagnostic and forensic applications. He is currently on leave but remains an active faculty member. Education: B.S., University of Guelph, Canada, 1983 Ph.D., University of Guelph, Canada, 1988 Canadian Medical Research Council Fellow, Mayo Clinic, 1991 Dr. Landers' research centers on bioanalytical and clinical chemistry , with a focus on microchip electrophoresis , integrated microfluidic devices , and DNA analysis for clinical and forensic use. His lab has pioneered low-cost, rapid fabrication methods (e.g., laser print/cut/ laminate) for microfluidic chips, enabling point-of-care diagnostics and high-throughput screening. Key applications include kidney function testing, lymphoma detection, and forensic STR analysis. His recent publications highlight a strong trend toward integrated, sample-to-answer microfluidic systems , particularly for DNA processing, with emphasis on automation, low-cost materials, and visual detection. These works span journals like Lab on a Chip , Analytical Chemistry , and Forensic Science International: Genetics , reflecting interdisciplinary innovation in diagnostics and forensic science. Scientific Awards: Jefferson Scholars Award for Excellence in Teaching, 2014 Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, 2002 Dr. Landers has secured significant research grants supporting the development of microfluidic platforms for clinical and forensic use, particularly in DNA extraction, amplification, and detection. He mentors graduate students and leads the Landers Lab, which focuses on translating microchip technology into real-world diagnostic tools. His work on integrated diagnostic chips (ID-chips) aims to revolutionize laboratory medicine by enabling rapid, portable, and automated analysis. The Landers Lab develops microfluidic systems for applications in clinical diagnostics, forensic science, and biomedical research. The team focuses on integrating sample preparation, PCR amplification, and electrophoretic separation into single microchips, advancing toward fully automated, portable diagnostic devices.

• Environmental Toxicology
• Analytical Chemistry
• Biomedical Engineering
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Professor Peter Hoffmann is a Research Professor and Lloyd Sansom Chair in Biomaterials Engineering & Nanomedicine at the University of South Australia (UniSA), affiliated with the Clinical and Health Sciences department. His research focuses on environmental toxicology, analytical chemistry, and biomedical applications, particularly in assessing bioavailability of contaminants like PFAS and herbicides, and developing advanced diagnostic tools using mass spectrometry and biosensors. He holds a prominent role in the Future Industries Institute and Health and Biomedical Innovation at UniSA. His work integrates environmental science with medical diagnostics, such as investigating PFAS toxicity in soil and developing DGT techniques for pesticide analysis. He has contributed to breakthroughs in MALDI-MSI for cancer research and food safety, as well as SPR-based biosensors for medical applications. He supervises research degrees and has secured grants like NHMRC 1186337. His interdisciplinary approach bridges environmental engineering, biotechnology, and clinical diagnostics. Key achievements include advancing in vivo bioavailability assessment methods, optimizing DGT for herbicide measurement, and applying mass spectrometry imaging to plant and human tissue analysis. His research teams collaborate across UniSA’s STEM, Future Industries, and Health Sciences units, addressing global challenges in environmental health and precision medicine.

Tom BraeckeveltView profile

Research Fellow

• Materials Science
• Perovskite Solar Cells
• Computational Chemistry
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Tom Braeckevelt is a Research Fellow at Ghent University, Belgium, working within the computational materials science group led by Prof. Veronique Van Speybroeck. Based at Tech Lane Ghent Science Park (Technologiepark 46, Zwijnaarde), he collaborates extensively with experimental teams including Prof. Johan Hofkens (photophysics) and Prof. Sara Bals (electron microscopy), bridging theoretical modeling with advanced characterization techniques to solve stability challenges in next-generation photovoltaics. Education: PhD in Materials Science, Ghent University (2018). Dissertation: Designing 2D hybrid organic-inorganic perovskites for game-changing photovoltaics , supervised by Prof. Veronique Van Speybroeck and Dr. Kurt Lejaeghere. His research centers on perovskite stability mechanisms through multiscale computational modeling (DFT, machine learning potentials, molecular dynamics) integrated with experimental validation (TEM, GIWAXS, spectroscopy). Key focus areas include phase transition kinetics, strain engineering, doping strategies, and interfacial design for cesium lead halide perovskites. This work addresses critical barriers to commercial solar cell deployment, particularly ambient-condition stability and efficiency retention. From 2019-2025, Dr. Braeckevelt co-authored 13 high-impact publications including Science (2019), Nature Communications (2022), and ACS Nano (2025), demonstrating progression from fundamental phase transition studies to machine learning-enhanced stability solutions. Recent work expands into covalent organic frameworks and rare-event sampling algorithms, reflecting methodological diversification while maintaining photovoltaic applications as the core driver. No scientific awards or fellowships were documented in the source materials. Supported by institutional research grants at Ghent University, Dr. Braeckevelt has presented findings at 8+ international conferences including PSCO19 (Lausanne), ICAMM (Rennes), and DFT2022 (Brussels). His invited talk at the 2025 Eindhoven Psiflow workshop highlights growing recognition in machine learning for perovskites. No student supervision roles were indicated in current position. He operates within Ghent's integrated materials research ecosystem, contributing to cross-disciplinary projects that combine computational prediction with nanoscale characterization to accelerate renewable energy technology development.

Einar Eg NielsenView profile

Professor

• Marine genetics
• Population structure
• Environmental DNA (eDNA)
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Einar Eg Nielsen is a Professor at the National Institute of Aquatic Resources, Section for Marine Living Resources at Technical University of Denmark (DTU) . Active in Marine genetics, Population structure, Environmental DNA (eDNA), Fisheries management, Conservation genetics, and Aquatic biodiversity , he leads research projects and supervises students in these fields. Key research areas : Genetic impacts of stocking, eDNA applications, Population dynamics, Bycatch monitoring Supervision : Lars M. Worsøe Jacobsen, Barbara I. Dehli, Y. Jondelius Research trends : Focuses on genetic monitoring for marine species, population recovery after human interventions, and eDNA technology for biodiversity assessment. Recent publications emphasize climate change impacts on fish distributions and genomic tools for fisheries management. Projects : Leads initiatives like Passive nature restoration of marine habitats and Assessing biodiversity at offshore wind farms using eDNA , contributing to SDGs through marine conservation.

Roberto AlbertiniView profile

Associate Professor

• General and Applied Hygiene
• Aerobiology
• Medical Statistics
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Roberto Albertini is a tenured Associate Professor at the University of Parma in the Department of Medicine and Surgery . He is a Senior Biologist at the University Hospital of Parma and coordinates the Hygiene and Aerobiology Laboratory and Outdoor Aerobiological Monitoring Centers . Holding national scientific qualifications for full professorship, he serves as Director's Delegate for staff relations and has held leadership roles in multiple international scientific societies. Education: Degree in Biological Sciences Specialization in Allergology and Clinical Immunology His research interests focus on General and Applied Hygiene , Aerobiology , and Environmental Health , particularly examining airborne contaminants' impact on public health and cultural heritage preservation. Current projects include AutoPollen (European bioaerosol network), SYLVA (climate change and bioaerosols), and SAILOR Moon (spacecraft disinfection). His work bridges environmental monitoring with human health, spanning hospitals, universities, and historical libraries. Scientific contributions show 83 peer-reviewed publications (H-index 31), with recent focus on ragweed pollen modeling, air disinfection systems, and surgical environment contamination. He serves as Associate Editor for Springer's Aerobiologia and has organized major international conferences including the 11th International Congress of Aerobiology (2018) and World Aerobiology 2024. As President of the Chiara Tassoni Association since 2014, he continues advocacy for leukemia research. His scientific advisory role includes international PhD examinations, and he maintains 45.2% top citation percentile research impact with 29% international collaboration.

Bella StruminskayaView profile

Associate Professor

• Survey Methodology
• Smartphone Surveys
• Data Donation
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Bella Struminskaya is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University’s Department of Methodology & Statistics, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. She is also an affiliated researcher at Statistics Netherlands and previously held a senior researcher role at GESIS - Leibniz Institute for the Social Sciences. Her work bridges survey methodology with digital data collection techniques, focusing on smartphone sensors and passive data donation. Education: PhD in Survey Methodology, Utrecht University M.A. in Sociology, University of Mannheim B.A. in Sociology, Novosibirsk State University Her research explores innovative data collection methods, including smartphone surveys, mixed-mode designs, and ethical frameworks for data donation. She investigates how mobile technologies can reduce survey burden while addressing nonresponse bias and measurement errors. Recent work emphasizes integrating digital trace data with traditional surveys to enhance accuracy and scope. Key article trends highlight applications of smartphone sensors in health studies, GDPR compliance for data access, and methodological advancements in smart surveys. Her contributions span technical tools like the Port software and theoretical insights on panel conditioning and ethical data augmentation. Scientific Awards: GOR Thesis Award 2015 She serves as a board member for the German Society for Online Research, Program Chair for the General Online Research Conference (GOR), and holds advisory roles in organizations like the European Social Survey, SHARE ERIC, and ODISSEI. She is an associate editor for multiple journals, including the Journal of Survey Statistics and Methodology and Survey Research Methods.

Pradeep DewapriyaView profile

Research Fellow

• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Contaminants
• Mass Spectrometry
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Dr. Pradeep Dewapriya is a Research Fellow at the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS) within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland. With expertise in analytical chemistry and environmental health sciences, his work focuses on detecting and identifying emerging environmental contaminants using advanced mass spectrometry techniques. Dr. Dewapriya earned his academic credentials through an international journey: Bachelor of Food Science and Technology from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2008) Master of Science in Biochemistry from Pukyong National University, South Korea (2013) PhD in Natural Products Chemistry from the University of Queensland (2019) His doctoral research at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience focused on developing strategies to investigate novel and bioactive microbial secondary metabolites using high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS). Following his PhD, he conducted postdoctoral research at the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research in Kiel, Germany, specializing in detecting small organic molecules in complex matrices. In 2020, he joined QAEHS where he continues to advance methods for monitoring human exposure to emerging environmental contaminants. Dr. Dewapriya's recent research output demonstrates a strong focus on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), wastewater-based epidemiology, and non-target screening methodologies. His work spans environmental monitoring, analytical method development, and exposure assessment, with particular emphasis on identifying novel contaminants in water systems, consumer products, and the food chain. His publications reveal expertise in mass spectrometry-based analytical techniques and non-targeted metabolomic approaches applied to environmental health challenges. Dr. Dewapriya has made significant contributions to environmental science through: Discovery of over 25 novel compounds Development of HRMS-based workflows for contaminant detection Identification of novel PFAS compounds in Australian farm animals Detection of tyre-related toxic compounds in surface water Characterization of new metabolites of psychoactive compounds in wastewater As an active researcher and mentor, Dr. Dewapriya serves as Associate Advisor for PhD students working on PFAS capture technologies and non-target identification methods. He collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple institutions to transfer knowledge and expertise to Australian academia, advancing analytical chemistry in the region. His work at QAEHS involves cutting-edge research on environmental contaminants and their impact on human health, with a particular focus on developing innovative analytical approaches for exposure monitoring.

Sara Ghorbani GorjiView profile

Research Fellow

• Environmental Health Sciences
• Chemical Exposure Science
• Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
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Dr. Sara Ghorbani Gorji is a Research Fellow at the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS), The University of Queensland, specializing in environmental health and chemical exposure science. Her work focuses on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) , passive sampling methodologies , and advanced analytical techniques for contaminant detection. Education: PhD in Food Science (2018), The University of Queensland Research interests include environmental contaminant mapping , chemical risk assessment , and metabolomics applications in food and environmental systems. She develops targeted and non-target mass spectrometry strategies to analyze persistent pollutants across water, soil, and consumer products. Recent publications highlight PFAS in compostable packaging , neonicotinoid ecotoxicity , and passive sampling innovations . Her work has informed policy guidelines for chemical regulation and industry standards for sustainable product development. Grants: Advance Queensland Women's Research Assistance Program (2021-2023) FOGO Contamination Study (2022-2024) Seafood PFAS Assessment (2023-2025) As Associate Advisor for multiple PhD candidates, she guides research on glyphosate exposure reduction , neonicotinoid fate , and FOGO material contaminants . Collaborations span government agencies, industry partners, and international institutions.