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Carol Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Soil & Physical Sciences at Lincoln University, New Zealand, where she serves as Head of Department since 2017. She has been an elected academic staff member of the Lincoln University Council from 2018-2022. Dr. Smith holds a PhD from the University of Aberdeen, an MSc from the University of Reading, and a BSc(Hons) from the University of Portsmouth, forming the foundation of her expertise in soil science and physical geography. Her research spans both fundamental and applied aspects of pedology. On the fundamental side, she investigates Quaternary pedology and paleoenvironmental reconstruction using loess stratigraphy, geomorphology, and micromorphology, which provides critical data for verifying future climate change predictive models. Applied research focuses on sustainable use of recycled organic matter and rehabilitation of degraded soils. She collaborates internationally on multidisciplinary projects involving paleoclimate reconstruction, paleoliquefaction, Antarctic soils, and viticulture. Dr. Smith is passionate about teaching and science communication, employing experiential learning methods to develop practical field skills in soil science through 'soil judging competitions' in New Zealand and Australia. Her research addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals including Life on Land (15), Climate Action (13), and Quality Education (4). Among her notable recognitions are the Norman H Taylor Memorial award 2020 from the New Zealand Society of Soil Science for outstanding contributions to soil science in New Zealand and Fellowship in the Royal Geographical Society, London. She serves as Associate Editor of Natural Sciences Education and was previously editor of Quaternary Australasia. Dr. Smith has supervised numerous graduate students through research-based supervision, with completed projects covering diverse topics from soil patterns in Southland to Antarctic soil ecology. She teaches advanced courses in field research, soil science, and physical landscapes, and has developed innovative approaches to teaching during the pandemic, including virtual field trips.

• Soil Science
• Pedology
• Geomorphology
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Hai-Feng (Frank) Ji is Professor of Chemistry and affiliated faculty in Materials Science at Drexel University. He earned his PhD from Chinese Academy of Sciences and has published over 215 papers spanning nanomaterials, sensors, and drug design. His research develops phosphorus-based 1D/2D nanomaterials for energy applications, microcantilever biosensors for medical diagnostics, plasma-treated polymers for biomedical use, and structure-based cancer therapeutics. Recent breakthroughs include high-mobility amorphous red phosphorus films and ultra-long crystalline phosphorus nanowires. He authored the ACS book 'Fundamentals and Applications of Phosphorous Nanomaterials' and holds patents in sensor design and nanomaterial synthesis.

• Nanomaterials
• Drug Discovery
• Microcantilever Sensors
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Jonathan B. Martin is a Professor at the University of Florida's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on hydrogeochemical processes in diverse environments including carbonate karst aquifers, coastal systems affected by sea-level change, and deglaciated watersheds in Greenland. He leads the Research Coordination Network on Carbonate Critical Zones and holds an NSF grant for Greenland watershed studies. Education: BA in Environmental Science, Wesleyan University (1980) MS in Geology, Duke University (1987) PhD in Earth Sciences, University of California, San Diego (Scripps Institution of Oceanography) (1993) Research Interests: Martin's work examines geochemical fluxes driven by biogeochemical reactions coupled with hydrological flow. This includes: (1) Water-solute-isotope dynamics in carbonate karst aquifers like Florida's Floridan Aquifer and Bahamian/Yucatan systems; (2) Coastal aquifer-estuary exchanges impacting metal mobilization and greenhouse gas fluxes; and (3) Weathering processes in deglaciated landscapes affecting global carbon cycles. His lab develops field methods to quantify submarine groundwater discharge and contaminant transport. Publications: Recent articles demonstrate strong emphasis on climate-aquifer interactions, with recurring themes including Greenland glacial meltwater biogeochemistry, coastal karst aquifer responses to sea-level rise, and carbonate mineral reactions in global carbon cycling. Work frequently integrates field measurements with geochemical modeling. Laboratory: Directs the Hydrogeochemistry Laboratory with capabilities including ion chromatography, cavity ring-down spectroscopy, nutrient autoanalysis, and fluorescence spectrometry for studies of water-rock interactions.

• Karst Aquifers
• Coastal Aquifers
• Sea Level Change
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Dr. Roselina Angel is a Professor in the Department of Animal and Avian Sciences at the University of Maryland's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. With expertise in poultry nutrition, she holds a PhD in Poultry Nutrition from Iowa State University and has been with the university since 1998, initially joining as an Assistant Professor. Research Focus Areas Calcium and phosphorus metabolism in poultry Phytase and enzyme supplementation Environmental impact reduction Nutritional strategies for exotic animals Feed additive efficacy Mineral utilization optimization Her recent publications (2025–2023) concentrate on mechanistic modeling of mineral digestibility, circadian nutrient regulation in laying hens, and the environmental implications of poultry nutrition. These studies frequently examine interactions between dietary calcium/phosphorus ratios, phytase application, and ingredient selection across broilers and laying hens.

• Poultry Nutrition
• Nutrient Utilization
• Environmental Sustainability in Animal Agriculture
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Prof. Dr. Andreas Kappler is a Professor of Geomicrobiology at the University of Tübingen's Applied Geosciences department. He leads the Geomikrobiologie workgroup and holds an honorary professorship at Aarhus University. His research focuses on microbial interactions with iron, sulfur, and carbon cycles in environments ranging from permafrost thaw zones to ancient ocean analogs and extraterrestrial settings like Enceladus. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Microbiology (2000, University of Konstanz) Diploma in Chemistry (1997, University of Konstanz) Postdoctoral work at Caltech (USA), EAWAG/ETH Zurich (Switzerland), and the Marine Biological Laboratory. Research Interests: His work explores microbial-driven mineral formation (e.g., pyrite, siderite), iron and sulfur biogeochemistry, permafrost thaw impacts on greenhouse gases, and ancient ocean geochemistry. He investigates how microbial processes shape Earth's element cycles and potential biosignatures for astrobiology. Key Contributions: Recent studies include iron-carbon interactions in thawing permafrost, nitrate-reducing Fe-oxidizing microbes, and microbial mineralization pathways under Enceladus-like conditions. His ERC-funded research examines Fe-oxidizing bacterial communities in modern/ancient systems. Awards & Recognition: Terry Beveridge Award (2012) ERC Starting Grant (2012) Fellow of the American Society of Microbiology Member of Akademie der Wissenschaften zu Göttingen Grants & Advising: Recipient of multiple grants including the prestigious ERC Starting Grant. Advises on microbial processes in extreme environments and collaborates internationally on astrobiology and climate change projects. Labs/Teams: Leads the Geomikrobiologie group at University of Tübingen, specializing in biogeochemical process analysis using state-of-the-art microscopy and geochemical techniques.

• Geomicrobiology
• Biogeochemistry
• Iron and Sulfur Cycling
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Hans Christian Bruun Hansen is a Professor in Environmental Chemistry at the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on solid-solution processes governing pollutant fate in soils and sediments with applications in soil and water remediation. His primary research areas include: Engineering and reactivity of iron(II)iron(III) hydroxides ("green rusts") Phosphate bonding in anoxic soils Fate of natural toxins like ptaquiloside and glucosinolates Hansen pioneered critical discoveries in environmental chemistry, including demonstrating green rusts' reducing capacity for nitrate-to-ammonium conversion and dehalogenation of chlorinated compounds. His recent work shows green rusts can form 1 nm thick iron oxide sheets for catalytic applications. His research on natural toxins documented carcinogenic ptaquiloside in soil and elucidated degradation kinetics. Hansen has secured over 35 million DKK in research funding through projects like SupremeTech (phosphorus remediation) and Iron-X (solvent degradation). He teaches environmental chemistry from BSc to PhD levels and has supervised 69 MSc and 25 PhD theses. As Head of the Section for Environmental Chemistry and Physics (40 researchers), he leads initiatives like the EnvEuro MSc program and Sino-Danish Water Research Center. His laboratory focuses on nanoscale remediation materials and natural toxin analysis.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Soil Chemistry
• Green Rusts
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Dr. Marion Schrumpf is a Group Leader in the Soil Biogeochemistry research group at the Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry, affiliated with the Department of Biogeochemical Processes. Her work focuses on soil carbon dynamics, mineral-organic matter interactions, and climate change impacts on soil systems. Research areas: Soil biogeochemistry, carbon cycling, mineral-soil interactions, nutrient stoichiometry, microbial ecology, and climate modeling. Email: mschrumpf@... Phone: +49 3641 57-6182 Office: B2.015 Her recent publications address themes like mineral control over soil carbon stabilization, drought effects on soil processes, microbial stoichiometric adaptation, and the Jena Soil Model's role in simulating carbon-nutrient interactions. She leads efforts to disentangle the complex relationships between land use, mineralogy, and soil organic matter turnover across diverse ecosystems.

• Soil Biogeochemistry
• Carbon Cycling
• Mineral-Soil Interactions
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Aziz Amoozegar is a Professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at NC State University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. His research focuses on environmental soil physics, specifically investigating water and pollutant movement through soils, phosphorus dynamics, and soil characterization for agricultural and engineering applications. Research programs include evaluating soil-water interactions in contaminated environments, assessing fertilizer-enhanced phosphorus transport, and developing soil analysis techniques. Key areas of study involve pollutant migration through saprolite, cadmium release kinetics in amended soils, and hydraulic functioning of compacted soils. His work bridges environmental science, agricultural engineering, and soil chemistry. Recent publications cover topics such as phosphate mobility under unsaturated conditions, cadmium release in contaminated soils, and bioenergy grass residue effects on evaporation. He has contributed to methodological advancements in soil testing and remediation strategies for heavy metals like lead. Dr. Amoozegar's research emphasizes practical applications for sustainable agriculture and environmental protection. No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided information, but his involvement in USDA and EPA-related programs suggests active collaborative research efforts.

• Environmental Soil Physics
• Water Pollution
• Phosphorus Fate and Transport
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Daniel Beat Müller serves as Professor at the Industrial Ecology Programme within the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim. His office is located at Realfagbygget Gløshaugen (E4-120) with contact details daniel.mueller@ntnu.no and +4791897755. His research centers on analyzing human needs in relation to material/energy flows and environmental impacts, with two primary focus areas: (i) urban evolution and associated material flows for managing building/infrastructure stocks, and (ii) national/global metal cycles to identify supply constraint reduction strategies. His methodology integrates design, modeling, and decision-making through transdisciplinary stakeholder engagement. Müller teaches Material Flow Analysis and Systems Analysis of the Built Environment for Industrial Ecology and Civil Engineering Master's students. His research outputs demonstrate strong trends in circular cities, critical mineral management, and urban metabolism, with recent publications emphasizing building information modeling, electric vehicle battery systems, and phosphorus cycling. His work consistently addresses resource criticality within energy transition contexts. As (ad interim) chair of the International Society of Industrial Ecology’s MFA-ConAccount section, he contributes to methodological standardization. He previously served on the U.S. National Research Council’s Committee on Defense Stockpiles and remains active in Switzerland's National Research Programme 65 "New Urban Quality". Müller supervises numerous Master's and doctoral students, with thesis topics spanning lithium-ion battery recycling, building stock dynamics, and urban resource flows. His projects frequently involve industry collaboration for practical implementation of material stewardship strategies.

• Industrial Ecology
• Material Flow Analysis
• Urban Metabolism
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Robin Slawson is a Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Biology at Wilfrid Laurier University's Faculty of Science in Waterloo, Ontario. With expertise in antibiotic resistance , microbial communities , and waterborne pathogens , he leads the Laurier Environmental Microbiology Laboratory, which serves as the Pathogen Resilience Platform for the Southern Ontario Watershed Consortium. Education : PhD in Environmental Microbiology (University of Guelph, 1993), MSc in Biology (University of Waterloo, 1989) His research focuses on microbial water quality , particularly the environmental persistence of antibiotic-resistant pathogens. Key projects include studying biofilm formation in water distribution systems, constructed wetland bioremediation , and plant-microbe interactions in wetland root systems. Prior to Laurier, he worked as a research assistant professor at the University of Waterloo on microbiological aspects of drinking water treatment. Recent publications highlight trends in waterborne pathogen dynamics , antibiotic resistance in wetlands , and biofilter optimization for contaminant removal. His work integrates ecological modeling , microbial community analysis , and water treatment engineering . The lab's initiatives include the Southern Ontario Watershed Consortium's Pathogen Resilience Platform, investigating microbial responses to environmental stressors in drinking water systems and wetlands.

• Environmental Microbiology
• Antibiotic Resistance
• Microbial Communities
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Beate Paulus is a Professor for Theoretical Chemistry at the Freie Universität Berlin , affiliated with the Chemistry and Biochemistry college and the Chemistry department. Her research focuses on advanced quantum chemical methodologies and applications to 2D materials, spintronics, and catalysis. Current affiliation: Freie Universität Berlin Key research areas: Quantum Chemistry, Density Functional Theory, 2D Materials, Spintronics, Electrocatalysis Her work spans computational modeling of electronic structures, magnetic properties, and chemical reactions using Density Functional Theory (DFT) with specialized corrections. She investigates systems like MoS2 , graphene heterostructures , and transition metal complexes , aiming to understand and optimize properties for energy applications, biosensors, and nanoelectronics. Recent publications highlight her contributions to quantum mechanical fluorine tunnelling , spin-selective transport in doped nanoribbons , and surface functionalization strategies for 2D materials. Her group also explores mechanically interlocked molecules and redox-responsive polymers with potential biomedical applications. Beate Paulus leads the Paulus Group , which actively publishes in high-impact journals and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving experimental and theoretical approaches.

• Quantum Chemistry
• Theoretical Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
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Andrea Crovetto is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the National Centre for Nano Fabrication and Characterization and the Department of Nanofabrication. His research focuses on advanced materials for photovoltaic applications, including solar cell technologies, thin films, and semiconductor materials. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy. Key research interests include photovoltaic materials discovery, tandem solar cell design, and semiconductor characterization. Notable achievements include developing monolithic selenium/silicon tandem solar cells and pioneering studies on phosphosulfide semiconductors. He has authored over 90 publications and datasets, including high-impact articles in journals like JPhys Energy and PRX Energy . Dr. Crovetto has received the Young Scientist Award (2016) and actively supervises PhD students in projects such as Experimental Discovery of Phosphosulfide Materials for Solar Cells and Thiophosphate Thin Films for Quantum Technology . His research also involves collaborations on material synthesis, computational modeling, and device fabrication. He has presented at international conferences, including talks on monolithic tandem solar cells and materials discovery methodologies. His lab, based at DTU’s Produktionstorvet , integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to advance sustainable energy technologies.

• Photovoltaics
• Solar Energy Conversion
• Thin Film Technology
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Barış Çallı is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Technology, Faculty of Engineering, Marmara University (Turkey). He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Technology from Boğaziçi University (2003) and received the Marie Curie Intra European Fellowship (2006) for his work on fermentative hydrogen production in Belgium. Since 2008, he has served as a full-time professor, leading 20 research projects focused on environmental bioprocesses, anaerobic digestion, biogas technology, resource recovery, and solid waste management. Ph.D. in Environmental Technology, Boğaziçi University (2003) Marie Curie Intra European Fellowship (2006) His research integrates bioprocess engineering with sustainable waste management, emphasizing biogas production, membrane technologies, and circular economy principles. Recent publications (2025-2021) address energy-neutral wastewater treatment, heavy metal recovery from sludge, and VFA-driven fermentation. Key subfields include anaerobic digestion , bioleaching , membrane reactor design , and agricultural waste valorization . Marie Curie Intra European Fellowship (2006) With 116 WoS publications and an H-index of 33 (Scholar), he has supervised 17 thesis advisories and contributed to 20 projects. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (6, 7, 11, 12).

• Environmental Technology
• Bioprocess Engineering
• Anaerobic Digestion
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Dr. Markus Venohr is a Senior Scientist and Research Group Leader at the Leibniz-Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) in Berlin, Germany, where he leads the River System Modelling research group within Department 1 (Ecohydrology and Biogeochemistry). He holds a PhD from Humboldt-University Berlin and has been with IGB since completing his doctorate, first as a Post-doc (2006-2008) and then as a Senior Scientist since 2009. Dr. Venohr received his PhD from Humboldt-University Berlin (2001-2005), following studies in Geography, Meteorology and Oceanography at Christian-Albrechts University Kiel (1996-2000), and initial Geography studies at Ruhr-University Bochum (1994-1996). His research focuses on nutrient fluxes from land to sea , nutrient transport and transformation , biotic-abiotic coupling , river system modelling , climate change and management adaptation , and recreation ecology . Dr. Venohr specializes in understanding how human activities impact freshwater systems, particularly through nutrient pollution from agricultural and urban sources, and develops models to assess and predict these impacts. His work bridges the gap between scientific research and practical water management solutions. Dr. Venohr's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on nutrient modeling (particularly the AGRUM-DE framework), water quality assessment across scales from Berlin waterways to the Danube basin, and the impacts of human activities on freshwater ecosystems. His research increasingly addresses urban pollution sources, recreation ecology impacts, and climate adaptation strategies, with significant international collaborations evident in his work on topics ranging from the Kakhovka Dam destruction to nicotine contamination in surface waters. AQUATAG (2019-2022): Water-based recreational activities analysis BAUM (2015-2018): Climate adaptation measures in Brandenburg MARS (2014-2018): Multiple stressors in aquatic ecosystems OSCAR (2017-2020): Riparian buffer strips optimization RESI (2015-2018): Ecosystem services of rivers and floodplains He leads the River System Modelling group at IGB, which develops and applies advanced modeling approaches including MONERIS and AGRUM-DE to understand human impacts on freshwater systems. The group works closely with water management authorities across Germany and Europe to translate scientific findings into practical management solutions, particularly regarding nutrient pollution reduction and climate adaptation strategies.

• Nutrient fluxes
• River system modelling
• Water quality management
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Tyler L Cocker is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Michigan State University , pioneering ultrafast terahertz nanoscopy. His research focuses on developing lightwave-driven THz-STM to capture femtosecond-scale electron dynamics at atomic resolution, with recent work revealing molecular orbital dynamics and black phosphorus heterostructures. Education: Ph.D., University of Alberta (2012) B.Sc., University of Victoria (2006) His group explores ultrafast processes in quantum materials using complementary techniques like s-SNOM and THz spectroscopy, addressing fundamental questions about nanoscale charge transport and elementary excitations. Recent publications include Nature Photonics and Nature Nanotechnology papers on atomic-scale THz spectroscopy and interlayer transport in 2D materials. Awards include the 2024 DOE Early Career Award, 2021 ARO Young Investigator Award, and 2020 IRMMW-THz Young Scientist Award. Scientific Awards: DOE Early Career Award (2024) MSU Teaching Award (2023) ARO Young Investigator Award (2021) IRMMW-THz Young Scientist Award (2020) Jerry Cowen Endowed Chair (2019) The group has secured multiple grants from ONR, AFOSR, and DURIP, supporting development of third-generation THz-STM systems. Former students like S. Eve Ammerman (first PhD graduate, 2022) and Vedran Jelic (now at NRC Ottawa) have received prestigious fellowships and awards.

• Ultrafast Microscopy
• Terahertz Spectroscopy
• Condensed Matter Physics
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