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• Marine Geochemistry
• Trace Metal Speciation
• Hydrothermal Systems
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Andrea Koschinsky-Fritsche is a Professor of Geosciences at Constructor University (formerly Jacobs University Bremen). With a career spanning over three decades, she specializes in marine geochemistry , focusing on trace metal behavior , hydrothermal systems , and deep-sea mineral resources . Her work bridges analytical geochemistry , experimental studies , and thermodynamic modeling , contributing to understanding biogeochemical cycles and environmental impacts of deep-sea mining . Education: Diploma in Chemistry (Technical University of Clausthal, 1989) Ph.D. in Geochemistry (Free University of Berlin, 1993) Habilitation in Geochemistry (Free University of Berlin, 2002) Her research explores trace metal dynamics in marine environments , including adsorption on mineral phases , hydrothermal fluid geochemistry , and metal-organic complexation . Recent work examines environmental implications of polymetallic nodule mining and metal cycling in estuarine systems like the Amazon plume. Collaborations span institutions in Germany, New Zealand, Brazil, and the U.S., with participation in 11 oceanographic cruises. Scientific awards include the Viktor-Moritz-Goldschmidt Medal (2004) and the Geochemical Journal Award (2010) . She has supervised numerous diploma and doctoral theses and serves on editorial boards for journals in marine science and geochemistry . Her teaching includes courses in Integrated Environmental Studies and Earth and Space Sciences at Constructor University.

• History of Christianity
• Biblical Studies
• Mormon Theology
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Jennifer Lane is Professor of Religious Education and Dean of the Faculty of Religious Education at Brigham Young University Hawaii, where she has taught since 2002. She holds a Ph.D. in Religion with emphasis in History of Christianity from Claremont Graduate University (2003), an M.A. in Ancient Near Eastern Studies from Brigham Young University (1994), and a B.A. in Honors History with Philosophy minor from Brigham Young University (1993). Her research focuses on comparative scriptural studies spanning the Book of Mormon, New Testament, and Old Testament, with specialized expertise in medieval pilgrimage traditions, Christological development, and Latter-day Saint theology. Her publications demonstrate consistent exploration of redemption themes across religious traditions, soteriological models, and the intersection of ancient texts with modern religious practice. Dr. Lane has received multiple honors including the Faculty Citizenship Award (2019), Exemplary Faculty Award (2010), and Honors Professor of the Year (2007). She has served in key administrative roles including: Dean of Faculty of Religious Education (2019-present) Dean of College of Human Development (2017-2018) Associate Academic Vice President for Curriculum (2010-2017) She teaches courses on the Book of Mormon, New Testament, world civilizations, and religious doctrine. Her extensive committee service includes chairing the University Curriculum Council and GE Review Working Group.

Gao NiuView profile

Associate Professor

• Actuarial Science
• Financial Risk Management
• Big Data Analytics
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Gao Niu serves as Associate Professor in Actuarial Science and Professor of Mathematics and Economics at Bryant University, concurrently holding the position of Department Chair for the Department of Mathematics and Economics. His academic leadership spans interdisciplinary domains including quantitative finance, data science, and earth systems research. Dr. Niu's educational foundation comprises: Ph.D., University of Connecticut M.S., Western Illinois University B.S., Iowa Wesleyan University His research program exhibits extraordinary interdisciplinary range, anchored in Actuarial Science and Financial Risk Management while extending into Big Data Analytics, Historical Linguistics, and Paleoclimatology. Core contributions include pension plan analysis, financial protection frameworks for families with special needs children, and innovative applications of statistical modeling to reconstruct ancient climate conditions through plant fossil analysis. Methodologically, he integrates computational techniques from fog computing and machine learning to address complex problems across finance and earth sciences. Analysis of Dr. Niu's publication trajectory (2017-2024) reveals a distinctive cross-disciplinary evolution: initial work focused on actuarial applications in insurance and financial planning progressively incorporated big data visualization techniques, culminating in significant contributions to paleoclimatology since 2020. His earth science collaborations demonstrate how statistical models originally developed for financial risk assessment can be repurposed to analyze stomatal parameters in fossilized plant material, creating novel pathways for ancient CO2 reconstruction. This fusion of quantitative finance with geological data processing represents a unique scholarly signature.

Brian CepparuloView profile

Lecturer

• Economic Consequences of Pandemic Policies
• Labour Markets
• Economic Impact Analysis
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Brian Cepparulo is a Lecturer in Economics at Goldsmiths, University of London, holding an academic position since 2021 as an Associate Lecturer and promoted to Lecturer in Economics in October 2023. He also serves as Deputy Director for Undergraduate Economics Programs and Erasmus Coordinator for the Institute of Management Studies (IMS). His academic background includes a Bachelor's in Economics from Università degli Studi di Siena (2013) and an MSc in Business & Economics from Erasmus University (2019). His research focuses on three core areas: evaluating pandemic-era government policies' economic impacts, analyzing labor market shifts during the pandemic, and leveraging big data for economic research. Teaching responsibilities include modules like From National Statistics to Big Data and Intermediate Macroeconomics, alongside personal tutoring roles. Brian’s publications explore the economic ramifications of mobility restrictions and regional policy responses to the pandemic. He actively contributes to curriculum development and international academic partnerships through his Erasmus coordination role.

Abby DollView profile

Professor

• Military Strategy
• Military Logistics
• Military Force Deployment
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Abby Doll is a Political Scientist at RAND Corporation and Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. She specializes in military strategy, force deployment, and wargaming, focusing on Indo-Pacific security dynamics and multi-domain operations. Her research addresses logistical challenges, deterrence mechanisms, and adversary decision-making in future conflict scenarios. Dr. Doll holds an M.A. in International Affairs from Texas A&M University’s George Bush School of Government and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Previously, she worked on nuclear security at Sandia National Laboratories. Her career includes roles as Co-Director of RAND’s Center for Gaming and as an analytic liaison to U.S. Army Pacific. Key research interests include: Military capabilities assessment Operational unpredictability and deterrence Russian military limitations Special warfare innovation Her publications emphasize strategic foresight, force modernization, and defense acquisition reform. No formal awards are listed, but her work has informed U.S. military planning and international security policy.

• Fire Ecology
• Landscape Ecology
• Geospatial Information Systems
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Dr. Stefania Ondei is a Research Fellow at the University of Tasmania's Fire Centre , affiliated with the School of Natural Sciences and the Biological Sciences department. Her research focuses on fire ecology, landscape ecology, and geospatial analysis, particularly examining plant flammability and fire management strategies for climate change adaptation. Education: PhD in Fire Science, University of Tasmania (2017) Master's in Environmental Science, University of Milan (2010) Stefania's research addresses critical intersections of fire regimes, biodiversity conservation, and climate change adaptation. She investigates: Plant flammability dynamics in natural and urban landscapes Fire-adapted garden design principles Spatial patterns of vegetation boundaries affected by fire Historical fire regime analysis using geological proxies Multi-scale fire management strategies Climate change impacts on fire ecology Her recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate growing expertise in: Fire risk assessment methodologies Defensible space design Edaphic controls on vegetation Fire history reconstruction Pollinator-plant-landuse relationships Fire behavior modeling Dr. Ondei supervises: Cristian Santiago Montalvo Mancheno (2020-present) Thomas James Keen (2024-present) Completed supervision of Carley Nichole Fuller (2017-2022) and Vishesh Leon Diengdoh (2017-2022) Previously supervised Honours student on fire regimes in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area She actively engages with: FireLab3 - University of Tasmania's fire research facility City of Hobart's Sparking Conversations Igniting Action initiative Australian Plants Society Tasmania Blakes Opening fire regime research in Tasmania's World Heritage areas

Tim DaleyView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate Science
• Physical Geography
• Paleoclimatology
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Dr Tim Daley is an Associate Professor of Physical Geography and Associate Head of School for Strategy at the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (University of Plymouth). He specializes in climate science, sustainability, and paleoenvironmental reconstructions. His roles include Admissions Tutor for Environmental Programmes and former Deputy Director of the Sustainable Earth Institute (SEI), a cross-faculty research institute. His teaching spans modules on climate change, environmental science, and policy across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Research Interests: Climate system dynamics and Holocene environmental change Paleoclimatic reconstruction using peatlands, isotopes, and sediment archives Sea-level change and ocean-land interactions Anthropogenic environmental impacts and sustainability strategies Articles Trends: Recent work focuses on Holocene climate variability in the Southern Hemisphere, sea-level reconstructions in the South Atlantic, and the ecological consequences of land-use changes. Key themes include integrating paleo-proxy data with modern observations to understand climatic tipping points and human-environment interactions. Scientific Awards: None explicitly mentioned in the texts. Advising & Grants: Supervised 4 PhD completions (Jasper Newman, Thomas Newton, Havananda Ombashi, Emma Rice) and 2 MRes students. Collaborates with initiatives like Agri-Tech Cornwall to advance agricultural sustainability. Labs/Teams: Active in the Sustainable Earth Institute and leads interdisciplinary climate research teams at the University of Plymouth.

Werner AeschbachView profile

Professor

• Hydrology
• Paleoclimatology
• Isotope Geochemistry
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Prof. Dr. Werner Aeschbach is a Professor at Heidelberg University leading the Hydrospheric Tracers and Proxies (HydroTraP) research group within the Institute of Environmental Physics. His work is closely integrated with the Heidelberg Center for the Environment (HCE) and the Heidelberg Environmental Analytics Platform (HEAP), positioning him at the forefront of environmental physics research. Prof. Aeschbach's research focuses on utilizing trace elements, compounds and isotopes in water and ice for multiple critical applications: Age dating of water resources Reconstructing chronology of environmental archives Understanding dynamics of surface/subsurface waters and glaciers Reconstructing past climate conditions using atmospheric noble gases and water isotopes as environmental proxies The HydroTraP group maintains sophisticated analytical capabilities across specialized laboratories: Noble gas mass spectrometry (³H, ³He, ⁴He, isotopes of Ne, Ar, Kr, Xe) ATTA extraction (³⁹Ar, ⁸¹Kr, ⁸⁵Kr) Gas chromatography (SF₆, CFCs) ¹⁴C extraction and graphitization Radon monitoring (²²²Rn) Stable isotope analysis (²H, ¹⁸O) Prof. Aeschbach has developed significant analytical software tools including Noblebook, PANGA, and Boxmodel V3, which are freely available for the scientific community. These tools enable modeling of noble gas concentrations in groundwater and interpretation of age tracer data, representing important contributions to hydrological research methodology. The HydroTraP group also offers analytical services on commission, demonstrating active engagement with the global research community in water resources management and paleoclimate reconstruction.

Paul "Jim" RoscoeView profile

Professor

• anthropology of war
• cultural ecology
• political evolution
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Professor Paul "Jim" Roscoe is a leading anthropologist at the University of Maine, holding concurrent appointments as Cooperating Professor in the Climate Change Institute and the School of Policy & International Affairs. His work bridges the anthropology of war, cultural ecology, and political evolution, with extensive fieldwork in contact-era Polynesia and Melanesia, particularly among the Yangoru Boiken and Mountain Arapesh of Papua New Guinea. Educational background: Ph.D., University of Rochester, 1983 M.A., Manchester University, 1977 M.Sc., Manchester University, 1973 B.Sc., Manchester University, 1971 His research spans sociopolitical complexity, sustainable consumption, and the human dimensions of climate change. Recent publications analyze trade-offs in resource allocation, warfare dynamics, and the intersection of status competition with environmental sustainability. Roscoe integrates cross-cultural case studies—from New Guinea’s forager communities to medieval England—to develop comparative models of social evolution and conflict management. His work on climate change explores how anthropological insights can refine predictive models and policy frameworks. Roscoe also contributes to methodological debates in religious studies, archaeology, and the use of ethnographic analogy for understanding prehistoric social systems.

Julie LattaudView profile

Assistant Professor

• Carbon biogeochemistry
• Paleoclimate
• Aquatic carbon cycling
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Julie Lattaud is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science at Stockholm University, specializing in carbon biogeochemistry and paleoclimate research. With a background in geology and organic geochemistry, she leads research on sensitive climate regions including the Arctic and tropical wetlands. Her research focuses on understanding carbon cycling processes through biomarker analysis, with particular emphasis on methane production and oxidation in Arctic environments, carbon dynamics in tropical wetlands like the Okavango Delta, and the effects of glacier melt in Greenlandic fjords. She employs advanced molecular techniques to reconstruct past environmental conditions and understand current climate change impacts. Dr. Lattaud's work reveals significant patterns in carbon biogeochemistry across diverse environments, showing how molecular proxies can track environmental changes from the Arctic to tropical regions. Her recent publications demonstrate expertise in lipid biomarkers, isotope geochemistry, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction across multiple temporal and spatial scales. Scientific Awards: SIAM talent grant awarded in June 2022 Ambizione Grant for new project starting summer 2023 Career seed grant from ETHZ BioArt and Design Award for Microbiocene project She actively mentors students including PhD candidate Lukas Bigler and Master's student Joshua Hellman, while teaching courses in environmental biogeochemistry, laboratory methods, and field studies. Her current research projects include investigating methane cycling in the Canadian Arctic, tracking glacier melt effects in Greenlandic fjords, and studying carbon cycling in the Okavango Delta.

Bernhard ZagelView profile

Academic

• Geoinformatics
• GIScience
• Glaciology
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Bernhard Zagel is a Senior Scientist in the Department of Geoinformatics at the Paris Lodron University of Salzburg . Holding the degrees Mag. and Dr., he has built a prolific career at the intersection of geoinformatics, glaciology and sustainable mobility, leading more than 37 research projects and authoring or co-authoring 87 scholarly publications since 1998. Education & Academic Standing While the exact details of his doctoral studies are not reproduced in the supplied text, his long-standing affiliation with the University of Salzburg since 1998 and his current rank of Senior Scientist testify to a robust academic trajectory in geosciences and geoinformatics. Research Interests Cryosphere & Climate: multi-decadal glacier mass-balance series for Stubacher Sonnblickkees and other Austrian glaciers; glacier–climate interactions; sea-level-rise implications. Geoinformatics & GIScience: spatial data infrastructures, GIS-based environmental monitoring, network analysis and mobility modelling. Sustainable Urban Mobility: digital-twin frameworks for 15-minute-city concepts, bike-sharing system planning, urban logistics and city-scale innovation labs. His work is explicitly aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). Publication Landscape Recent outputs (2020–2025) concentrate on three thematic pillars: (1) annual glaciological monitoring reports for the LTER Stubachtal site, (2) methodological advances in GIScience for transport and mobility, and (3) open-data repositories of glacier mass-balance records now hosted on PANGAEA. These contributions collectively advance both scientific understanding and practical tools for climate adaptation. Scientific Awards VCÖ Mobility Award 2019 (shared) for Sustainable Mobility research Esri UC Map Gallery People’s Choice Award 2009 (twice) Austrian Eco-label for Green Meetings (2015–2019 & 2019–2023) Leadership & Funding Zagel has secured and directed numerous third-party-funded projects, including the ongoing CITWIN and UML 2.0 initiatives (digital twins for sustainable mobility), and the short-term GlacierMonitorTalent 2023 project. He has served as project manager or scientific coordinator for >35 completed projects since 2006. Laboratories & Field Sites He acts as lead scientist and data manager for the LTER Site Sonnblickkees | Stubachtal , a flagship long-term ecological research platform in the Hohe Tauern National Park. The site integrates automated weather and ablation stakes, UAV surveys and participatory science for continuous glacier and permafrost monitoring.

• Dendroecology
• Tree Ring Analysis
• Climate Change
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Franco Biondi is a Professor in the Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Science at the University of Nevada, Reno, where he leads the DendroLab. His work bridges dendroecology, climate science, and forest ecology, utilizing tree rings to study ecological changes across temporal and spatial scales. His research focuses on intra-annual tree-ring features, wood anatomy, and climate-growth interactions in mountain ecosystems. He teaches courses like Natural Resource Ecology, Mountain Ecoclimatology, and advanced statistical analysis using R, with a recent honors seminar on climate change. Honors and Awards : Fulbright U.S. Senior Scholar Award (2023) NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award Hyung K. Shin Award for Excellence in Research (2008) Outstanding Researcher Award (2008) He has led the Ecological Change component of a $15M NSF-EPSCoR project, developed the Nevada Climate-ecohydrological Assessment Network (NevCAN), and collaborated internationally in Canada, Germany, France, Finland, Switzerland, Spain, and Italy.

Robert van GeldernView profile

Associate Professor

• Isotope hydrology
• Hydrogeology
• Stable isotope geochemistry
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PD Dr. Robert van Geldern is a Privatdozent and Scientific Assistant at the Chair of Applied Geology within the GeoCenter Northern Bavaria at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg. He has been with the university since 2009 and completed his Habilitation in 2015, qualifying him as an independent university lecturer in Germany. His research focuses on isotope applications in hydrological systems across diverse geographical contexts. Dr. van Geldern earned his Diploma in Geology from FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg (1992-1998), followed by PhD research at the same institution (1998-2004). Prior to his current position, he worked as a research associate and deputy section head at the Leibniz-Institute for Applied Geophysics in Hannover (2004-2008). His primary research interests center on isotope hydrology and hydrogeology , with expertise in light stable isotope geochemistry of water and sediments. Dr. van Geldern's work encompasses method development in analytical chemistry and investigations into water chemistry and biogeochemical cycles. His research often applies isotope techniques to address environmental challenges, particularly in Mediterranean regions where climate change impacts water resources. Analysis of Dr. van Geldern's recent publications reveals a strong focus on using stable isotopes as tracers in hydrological systems. His work spans diverse geographical contexts including Corsica, Sri Lanka, Egypt, and Germany, with applications to groundwater quality assessment, carbon cycling in aquatic systems, and climate change impacts on water resources. The interdisciplinary nature of his research connects geology, environmental science, and climate studies through innovative methodological approaches. Dr. van Geldern has led significant research projects including: "Stable Isotopes in Rivers as Indicators of Climate Change in the Mediterranean Region" (2016-2017, funded by DAAD) "The Influence of High Mountain Relief on Isotope Hydrology and Associated Climate Proxies" (ongoing since 2016, funded by DFG) He maintains active international collaborations, particularly with researchers in Corsica, and has contributed to methodological advancements in stable isotope analysis for environmental applications. His work often involves field studies combined with laboratory analysis to address practical water resource management challenges in regions facing climate change pressures.

Tomoko BellView profile

Assistant Professor

• Astrobiology
• Medical Geology
• Paleoclimatology
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Tomoko Bell is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Newman University 's Division of Science and Mathematics. Originally from Tokyo, Japan, she holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Planetary Science, a Master's in Environmental Science, and a Bachelor's in Marine Biological Science from the University of Tokyo, University of Guam, and Hokkaido University respectively. Education Ph.D. in Earth and Planetary Science, University of Tokyo M.S. in Environmental Science, University of Guam B.S. in Marine Biological Science, Hokkaido University Dr. Bell's research spans interdisciplinary boundaries between biology, geology, and planetary science. Her work focuses on extremophiles and their applications for astrobiology and medical research , with particular emphasis on: Biological responses to extreme environments Cosmic radiation effects on viral mutation Coral biomineralization mechanisms Climate reconstruction via coral and speleothem geochemistry Open science initiatives democratizing scientific access Her recent publications highlight innovative approaches to understanding coral responses to ocean acidification, developing underwater drilling technologies for coral core extraction, and exploring potential links between solar cycles and pandemic emergence. The 2024 article on gene expression in Japanese whiting eggs demonstrates her expanding focus into environmental genomics. Scientific Recognition : NASA Headquarters Letter of Appreciation (2023) NASA JPL Planetary Science Summer School (2021) Best Presentation Awards from JSPS and Transporter Research Association Japan Geoscience Union Outstanding Student Presentation Award (2014) Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Research Fellowship ($150,000, 2018) Actively involved in interdisciplinary collaborations, Dr. Bell serves as subject matter expert for NASA's open science curriculum development and advocates for inclusive science education through her leadership in the Open Science movement.

Paul RoseView profile

Professor

• Corporate Governance
• Securities Regulation
• Sovereign Wealth Funds
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Paul Rose serves as Dean and Professor of Law at Case Western Reserve University School of Law, with prior academic appointments including Associate Dean and J. Gilbert Reese Chair in Contract Law at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law and Visiting Assistant Professor at Northwestern University School of Law. His professional background encompasses legal practice in corporate and securities law at Covington & Burling LLP and trading experience at Citibank. Dean Rose's research centers on corporate governance, securities regulation, sovereign wealth funds, and sustainable finance. His scholarship examines regulatory frameworks for public investment funds, climate-related financial instruments, and shareholder activism, informed by extensive consultation with U.S. government agencies including the Senate Banking Committee and SEC. Recent work demonstrates increasing focus on environmental sustainability within sovereign investment practices. His publications from 2016-2020 reveal evolving emphasis from traditional corporate governance toward climate finance and sustainable investment mechanisms, with recurring themes in sovereign wealth fund management, fiduciary duties of public funds, and regulatory responses to emerging financial instruments like green bonds. Honors include: Elected Member of the American Law Institute Non-resident Fellow of ESADEgeo-Center for Global Economy and Geopolitics Dean Rose actively contributes to policy discourse through testimony before congressional committees and regulatory bodies, while maintaining research affiliations with global institutions including the Sovereign Investment Lab at Università Bocconi and IE Business School. His work bridges academic scholarship with practical regulatory development in financial markets. He participates in international research networks focused on sovereign investment practices, including the Sovereign Wealth Fund Initiative at Tufts University and ESADEgeo-Center, facilitating cross-border collaboration on governance challenges in public fund management.