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Janelle LamoreauxView profile

Assistant Professor

• Science Studies
• Gender Studies
• Genomics
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Janelle Lamoreaux is an Assistant Professor in the School of Anthropology at the University of Arizona, within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Her research focuses on the anthropology of science and technology, particularly examining intersections between reproduction, gender, and the environment. She is currently working on a book manuscript, Infertile Futures: Epigenetic Environments in a Toxic China , exploring how toxic exposure and reproductive health are framed through epigenetic research in China. Her work also includes collaborative projects on Reproducing the Environment with Katharine Dow, examining how reproductive technologies address environmental issues, and a study on coral conservation’s use of reproductive technologies in contested environments like the South China Sea. Lamoreaux teaches courses such as ANTH 200 (Intro to Cultural Anthropology) and ANTH 373 (Toxic! The Anthropology of Exposure). She co-edited the Routledge Handbook of Genomics, Health and Society , contributing a chapter on Gendered Bioeconomies . Her research frequently engages with ethical, political, and cultural dimensions of scientific practices, including environmental toxicity, reproductive technologies, and climate change. Her projects emphasize how scientific frameworks shape understandings of human and environmental futures, particularly through studies of epigenetics, toxicology, and conservation. She has conducted fieldwork in China, Taiwan, and the UK, addressing transnational environmental and health challenges. Lamoreaux’s work bridges anthropology, science studies, and environmental humanities, offering critical insights into how science and technology mediate societal and ecological crises.

Frank NilsenView profile

Professor

• Marine Parasitology
• Parasite Genomics
• Aquaculture Biology
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Frank Nilsen is a Professor at the University of Bergen's Department of Biological Sciences (BIO), specializing in marine parasitology with a focus on the salmon louse (Lepeophtheirus salmonis). His research addresses parasite adaptation, genomics, and environmental interactions, particularly in aquaculture contexts. He leads the Fish Disease Research Group (FDRG) and collaborates with institutions like the Institute of Marine Research. Research interests include parasite resistance mechanisms, molecular biology of reproduction and development, and the impact of environmental factors like salinity on parasite survival. Key contributions include studies on transcriptomic responses to low salinity, genetic basis of pyrethroid resistance, and chitin synthesis pathways in salmon lice. Recent work (2025) explores transcriptomic adaptations in sea lice, while earlier publications (2023–2018) address topics ranging from aquaculture-driven evolution of mtDNA to molecular components of egg strings. His research often involves genomic analysis, functional gene studies, and collaborations with industry stakeholders such as the Research Council of Norway and Bergen Research Foundation.

Marwa FaragView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Policy
• Health Economics
• Health Program Evaluation
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Dr. Marwa Farag is an Associate Professor at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in health policy, health economics, and program evaluation. Her research focuses on social determinants of health inequities, economic evaluation of healthcare interventions, and barriers to healthcare access. She teaches courses such as Program Planning and Evaluation, Health Policy and Politics, and Canada Health Systems. Recent grants include roles as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator on projects addressing hepatitis-C care in Indigenous communities, food insecurity among Syrian refugees, and global food security initiatives. Her work emphasizes equity-focused policy solutions and evidence-based interventions. Dr. Farag's research explores socioeconomic inequities in maternal healthcare, economic impacts of health policies, and mental health service accessibility. Her publications analyze topics ranging from sleep-related falls in older adults to youth violence risk factors. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to address complex public health challenges through data-driven approaches. Grants: SHRF Grant (2016-2018): Mobile Hepatitis-C care in First Nations communities ($40,000) SSHRC Grant (2017-2020): Food insecurity among Syrian refugees ($189,815) Queen Elizabeth Scholarship (2017-2020): Global food security initiative ($449,200) Key Research Themes: Health equity, healthcare policy, economic evaluation, global health disparities

Steven KloseView profile

Professor

• Farm Management
• Strategic Business Planning
• Risk Analysis
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Dr. Steven Klose is a Professor and Associate Head for Extension in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University. He holds BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Agricultural Economics from Texas A&M University. As Coordinator of the FARM Assistance program, he provides strategic planning and risk management analysis for agricultural producers, with the program recognized by multiple agricultural economics associations for excellence. His research focuses on farm management, strategic business planning, risk analysis, crop insurance policy, and agricultural finance. He coordinates enterprise budget publications, the Texas Custom Rates project, and contributes to Southern Ag Today. As a member of the Agricultural and Food Policy Center, he analyzes policy impacts on US farms. Recent publications examine COVID-19 impacts on agriculture, drought management strategies, and beef cattle best practices. His work has been recognized with three extension program awards from major agricultural economics associations.

Malabika SarkerView profile

Professor

• Implementation Research
• Global Health
• Public Health
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Malabika Sarker is the Associate Dean for Global Engagement and Professor of the Practice of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University's School of Public Health. She holds a Master's in Public Health from Harvard University and a Doctorate in Public Health from the University of Heidelberg. Over her 30-year career, she has worked across four continents, focusing on implementation research in Sub-Saharan Africa and Bangladesh. She has secured over $10 million in grants and published 150 peer-reviewed articles. Her roles include Chair of the Advisory Board for the HRP Alliance and Evaluation Advisory Committee Member for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. Dr. Sarker's research emphasizes mixed-methods approaches in global health, including reproductive health, STI/HIV prevention, tuberculosis control, and nutrition. She previously served as Associate Dean and Acting Dean at BRAC University in Bangladesh, founding the Center of Excellence for Implementation & Scale-Up (SISU). She teaches two courses at Brown SPH: PHP2710 on disability/death in the Global South and PHP2727 on implementation science. Education: MPH (Harvard), DrPH (University of Heidelberg) Grants: $10M+ in research/capacity-building grants Publications: 150+ peer-reviewed articles and 6 book chapters Awards: Heroines of Health global award (2018) Her advisory roles span The Lancet Global Health, World Federation of Public Health Associations, and UK Medical Research Council. Her recent work focuses on vaccine equity, pandemic response, and primary healthcare frameworks in South Asia.

• Environmental Neurotoxicology
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Air Pollution Health Effects
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Deborah A. Slechta, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, holding joint appointments in Environmental Medicine, Neuroscience, and Public Health Sciences. A leading expert in environmental neurotoxicology, her research focuses on understanding how chemical and non-chemical environmental exposures impact brain development and neurological disorders. Her work emphasizes the role of air pollution, metals (lead, mercury, arsenic), and endocrine-disrupting chemicals in neurodevelopmental disorders, with a particular interest in cumulative risk assessment and health disparities. Dr. Slechta earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Minnesota (1977), following earlier degrees from Western Michigan University (BS, 1971; MA, 1972). She completed postdoctoral training at the University of Rochester and the National Center for Toxicological Research. Her research projects include studying the synergistic effects of developmental lead exposure with maternal stress, the neurodevelopmental impacts of air pollution (particularly ultrafine particles), and the epigenetic consequences of prenatal stress combined with lead exposure. She has pioneered translational approaches linking animal models to human populations, emphasizing sex differences in vulnerability and the importance of contextual factors in environmental risk assessment. Awarded the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences New Investigator Award (1982–1985) and honored for her contributions to women in science, Dr. Slechta has held leadership roles including Chair of the Department of Environmental Medicine and Director of the NIEHS Environmental Health Sciences Center. She currently serves as Principal Investigator of the Cory-Slechta Lab, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on projects addressing environmental justice and cumulative exposure risks. Her lab’s recent studies highlight air pollution’s role in brain iron accumulation and neurodegeneration, as well as the enhanced neurotoxicity of metals when combined with stress. She advocates for policy changes to reduce environmental health disparities and improve public health protection strategies against neurotoxicants.

Dora BiroView profile

Professor

• Animal Cognition
• Collective Behavior
• Primate Behavior
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Dora Biro is the Beverly Petterson Bishop and Charles W. Bishop Professor of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester, serving as Interim Chair of the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences. Her research focuses on animal cognition, collective behavior, and decision-making in primates and other species. Key interests include navigation, tool use, social learning, and animal culture. She leads studies in Gorongosa National Park, Guinea-Bissau, and other野外 environments, employing deep learning technologies for behavior analysis and social network mapping. Research emphasizes primate behavioral ecology, particularly in chacma baboons and chimpanzees, exploring how environmental factors (e.g., predation, seasonality) shape social and foraging strategies. She investigates cumulative culture in animal groups, collective intelligence, and cognitive evolution through tool-use studies. Her work bridges neuroscience, ecology, and anthropology. Education: Not explicitly stated in provided text. Affiliations: School of Arts & Sciences, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, University of Rochester. Recent studies analyze leadership hierarchies in homing pigeons, collective learning dynamics, and the impact of human activity on wildlife behavior. She collaborates on projects involving genomic analysis of baboon populations and fossil records in Mozambique. Her lab integrates field observations with computational models to explore emergent behaviors in animal groups.

Daniel JanzenView profile

Professor

• Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Evolutionary Biology
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Daniel Janzen is a Professor of Biology and holder of the Thomas G. and Louise E. DiMaura Term Chair at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts & Sciences. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Biology. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley (1965). His research focuses on tropical ecology, biodiversity conservation, and the intricate relationships between plants, insects, and parasitoids in Costa Rica's ecosystems. Key research areas include understanding caterpillar-plant interactions, parasitoid behaviors, and biodiversity development in conserved tropical wildlands like Area de Conservación Guanacaste (ACG). Janzen pioneered the use of DNA barcoding for biodiversity inventory and integrates taxonomy, ecology, and conservation policy to promote sustainable land use. His work emphasizes non-destructive utilization of tropical biodiversity for ecotourism, biotechnology, and environmental monitoring. Publications highlight discoveries in cryptic species identification, parasitoid wasp systematics, and microbiome studies in caterpillars. Janzen’s long-term fieldwork in Costa Rica has produced foundational insights into tropical ecosystem management and conservation engineering. Despite an extensive publication record, no specific scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the text. His research involves collaborations with institutions like the Smithsonian Institution and the Barcode of Life initiative. While no advising details are provided, his work engages with global biodiversity databases and participatory conservation frameworks involving local communities. The ACG serves as a key field site for his integrative approach to linking basic ecology with applied conservation strategies.

• Avian Migration
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Climate Change Adaptation
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Prof. Christiaan Both is a Professor of Animal Ecology at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, affiliated with the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences. His research focuses on avian migration, climate change impacts, and ecological adaptation, particularly in migratory birds. He holds leadership roles in scientific advisory boards such as SOVON and the Netherlands Ornithologists Union. Both studied Biology at Wageningen, Groningen, and Oxford, completing a PhD on avian reproductive ecology in 1998. He held postdoctoral positions globally before joining Groningen in 2004. Key research themes include phenological mismatch in migratory birds, climate-driven habitat shifts, and dispersal strategies in response to environmental change. His work has been featured in Science , Nature , and Current Biology , and he has received grants from NWO, NATO, and the Prins Bernhard Fund. Notable contributions include documenting climate-related shifts in bird migration timing and population declines in long-distance migrants. Both advises on conservation policies and has engaged the public through media outlets like TIME Magazine and National Geographic. His current projects explore genetic and behavioral mechanisms enabling bird populations to adapt to global environmental changes.

Quinn WebberView profile

Assistant Professor

• Behavioural ecology
• Disease ecology
• Conservation biology
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Dr. Quinn Webber is an Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph's Department of Integrative Biology, College of Biological Science. His research focuses on the causes and consequences of animal behavior, particularly in bats and caribou. He examines how individual behavioral variation and environmental factors influence fitness and disease outcomes, leveraging contemporary statistical methods to analyze ecological scales. His work contributes to One Health initiatives and species conservation. Research Interests: Behavioral ecology of bats and caribou Disease ecology and pathogen transmission Spatial ecology and habitat selection Conservation biology and species management Integration of social and spatial behavior Lab Environment: The lab emphasizes collaborative learning, with weekly meetings, writing groups, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Recent achievements include student publications, scholarship awards (e.g., NSERC, Vanier), and ongoing projects on behavioral aging, migration, and microbial transmission. Follow lab activities via Instagram (@uog_web_lab) or Bluesky (@qwebber.bsky.social). Grants & Advising: Mentors graduate students in PhD/Master's programs, focusing on behavioral ecology and conservation. Lab members have secured notable scholarships, reflecting strong mentorship and research impact. Labs/Teams: Active in the Department of Integrative Biology, collaborating on multi-layer social network analyses and telemetry data applications. The lab prioritizes EDI initiatives to foster inclusive research environments.

Amy K. WinterView profile

Assistant Professor

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Measles & Rubella Immunity
• Serological Data Analysis
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Amy K. Winter is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at the University of Georgia's College of Public Health. Her research focuses on infectious disease epidemiology, particularly measles and rubella immunity, leveraging serological data and epidemiological modeling to inform public health policies. She has contributed to studies assessing vaccine introduction impacts, outbreak risk prediction, and vaccination coverage gaps in low-resource settings. Her work emphasizes policy-relevant questions and collaborations with global health organizations. Key research interests include: 1) Measles/Rubella Elimination Strategies, 2) Seroprevalence Analysis, 3) Vaccination Program Effectiveness, and 4) Global Health Policy. She has conducted fieldwork in Zambia, India, Madagascar, and Pakistan, addressing challenges such as immunity gaps in childbearing-age populations and seasonal vaccination disparities. Recent publications highlight her focus on multi-pathogen serosurveillance systems, cost-effectiveness of elimination strategies, and the role of serology in pandemic response (e.g., COVID-19). While no specific scientific awards are listed, her work has been widely cited in high-impact journals like The Lancet and Science. Dr. Winter collaborates with institutions like WHO and contributes to modeling efforts for vaccine delivery optimization. Her research bridges quantitative methods with real-world public health challenges, aiming to improve disease control and equity in global health systems.

• Chemical Ecology
• Invasive Species
• Social Insects
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Eric Darrouzet is a Lecturer-researcher at the University of Tours, affiliated with the Insect Biology Research Institute (IRBI, UMR CNRS 7261) and the Professional Agrosciences Department. He specializes in chemical ecology, particularly focusing on social insects like the Asian hornet ( Vespa velutina nigrithorax ), invasive species dynamics, and the development of selective control tools. His administrative roles include director of the Professional Agrosciences Department and responsibility for the Master 1 Agrosciences program. Research Themes: Chemical communication in social insects, multi-trophic relationships, invasive species impact, and ecological control methods. Teaching: Physiology, microbiology, animal production, and communication techniques in professional licenses and masters. Public Engagement: Maintains websites ( frelonasiatique.univ-tours.fr ) and a YouTube channel ( YouTube ) to disseminate research on hornets and insect constructions. His work on the Asian hornet includes studies on its biology, thermal tolerance, venom composition, and control strategies. Collaborations include roles in the ADAPIC steering committee and CS3D scientific board. Research outputs span over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on chemical ecology, invasive species management, and insect behavior.

Corliss BeanView profile

Associate Professor

• Positive Youth Development
• Sport and Physical Activity
• Postpartum Women's Health
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Corliss Bean is an Associate Professor in Brock University's Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences. She directs the Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport and focuses on leveraging sport and physical activity to promote psychosocial and physical development in youth, postpartum women, and at-risk populations. Her work emphasizes community partnerships for program design and evaluation. Education: PhD in Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa (2017) MA in Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa (2013) BSc (Honours) in Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa (2011) Research Interests: Positive youth development Postpartum physical activity Knowledge translation in sport programs Girls/women in sport Behavior change strategies Sport evaluation methodologies Awards: 2025 Faculty of Applied Health Sciences Research Excellence Award Advising & Grants: Dr. Bean oversees graduate student research and leads the Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport , which focuses on translational research. She collaborates with organizations to design interventions addressing health equity and program efficacy. Labs/Teams: Directs the Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport and collaborates with the Centre for Sport Capacity and the Youth Research & Evaluation eXchange.

Linda Tuncay ZayerView profile

Professor

• Transformative Consumer Research
• Gender and Advertising
• Consumer Culture
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Linda Tuncay Zayer is a Professor of Marketing and the John F. Smith, Jr. Chair in Business Administration at the Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago, where she also serves as Department Chair. Her scholarly work bridges academia, industry, and nonprofit sectors with a focus on transformative perspectives in marketing. Research Interests: Her research explores the intersections of gender, advertising, consumer culture, and well-being. Key areas include transformative advertising, gender and media representation, storytelling, social media, sustainability, and healthcare marketing. She employs a transformative consumer research lens to examine issues of equity, justice, and social change. Recent Research Trends: Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on gender inclusivity in advertising, the role of storytelling beyond academia, and the application of intersectional and transformative frameworks to marketing and consumer behavior. She frequently collaborates with an international network of scholars on topics related to gender justice, marketplace rituals, and digital consumer identity. Scientific Awards: Honorable Mention/Finalist recognition for Best Article of the Year Award, Journal of Advertising Advising, Grants, and Professional Engagement: While specific students are not listed, her role as a professor and frequent co-author indicates active mentorship. She has received research grants from the American Academy of Advertising and the Association for Consumer Research (Transformative Consumer Research Grant). She is deeply engaged in professional service, serving on editorial boards for journals including Journal of Advertising , Journal of Consumer Psychology , and Advertising & Society Quarterly , and on the policy board for Journal of the Association for Consumer Research . She also serves on advisory boards for the Association of National Advertisers’ SeeHer initiative, GENMAC, and the UN PRME working group on SDG#5 Gender Equality. Labs and Centers: While not directly affiliated with a specific lab, her work is connected to broader institutional initiatives at Quinlan School of Business such as the Lab for Applied Artificial Intelligence and the focus on responsible innovation, reflecting her interdisciplinary and socially impactful approach.

Richard ReinaView profile

Professor

• Diving physiology and ecology of sea turtles and penguins
• Marine conservation biology
• Effects of secondary salinisation on amphibians
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Richard Reina is a Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at Monash University. His research focuses on diving physiology of marine megafauna, stress responses in sharks and rays, and marine conservation biology. He has led over 46 research projects, including studies on Australian fur seals, little penguins, and sea turtle conservation. Notable grants include funding from Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment and Sea World Research & Rescue Foundation Inc. His research interests span ecological physiology, climate change impacts on wildlife, and the effects of fisheries on marine life. Key areas include the use of drones for non-invasive wildlife monitoring and mitigating stress in captured elasmobranchs. Reina received the Award for Exceptional Educational Service to the Faculty of Science (2021) and has collaborated globally on projects addressing marine debris, penguin ecology, and turtle nesting behaviors. He advises on conservation strategies for endangered species and integrates technology like UAVs to enhance field research. Current projects include studying marine debris impacts on Australian fur seals and environmental changes affecting little penguins in enclosed bays. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life below water and climate action.