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Josep Ribes BertomeuView profile

Associate Professor

• Wastewater Treatment
• Anaerobic Membrane Bioreactors (AnMBR)
• Mathematical Modeling of Bioprocesses
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Josep Ribes Bertomeu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Valencia, Spain, within the School of Engineering. He is a key member of the CALAGUA-UV Research Group on Environmental Technologies, where he has conducted extensive research since 1999. His research focuses on wastewater treatment , particularly using anaerobic membrane bioreactors (AnMBR) , mathematical modeling , process control , and optimization through artificial intelligence. He has made significant contributions to the development of simulation tools such as DESASS and LoDif-BioControl, and has worked on parameter calibration and control algorithms for wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in energy recovery , resource valorization , and sustainable water management , aligning with circular economy principles. He has also been active in chemical engineering education , innovating laboratory teaching and virtual learning strategies. Principal Researcher, LIFE MEMORY Project (University of Valencia) Supervised 3 PhD theses Published over 35 international journal papers Co-author of 3 registered software programs and 5 invention patents He has contributed to numerous applied research and technology transfer projects with public and private entities, emphasizing real-world impact.

• Functional Analysis
• Metric Geometry
• Banach Space Geometry
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Florent Baudier is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University's Department of Mathematics, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on Functional Analysis, Metric Geometry, Banach Space Geometry, and Geometric Group Theory. He is actively involved in workshops such as the Banach and Metric Space Geometry Research Seminar and the STEaLTH Workshops. His work explores embeddings of metric spaces, Ribe Program, Kalton Program, and the geometry of graphs and Banach spaces. Key research interests include the study of metric embeddings, stability of metric spaces, and the interplay between nonlinear geometry and Banach space theory. He has organized conferences and participated in programs such as the Workshop in Analysis and Probability at Texas A&M. His teaching spans courses like Real Variables, Foundations of Mathematics, and Differential Equations. Recent research trends in his articles emphasize metric distortion, coarse geometry, and embeddings into Banach spaces, with contributions to understanding expander graphs, Wasserstein metrics, and operator algebras. His work bridges abstract mathematical structures with applications in theoretical computer science and geometric analysis.

Aida Sanahuja RibésView profile

Professor

• Inclusive Education
• Teacher Training
• Educational Equity
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Aida Sanahuja Ribés is a Professor in the Department of Pedagogy and Didactics of Social Sciences, Language and Literature at Universitat Jaume I. She holds a PhD in Education and advanced degrees in Secondary Education, Family Mediation, and Early Childhood Education. Her work focuses on inclusive education, teacher training, and educational equity. She collaborates with the MEICRI research group and the LISIS laboratory, emphasizing intercultural and LGBTQ+ visibility in education. Key research areas include Universal Design for Learning (UDL), cooperative learning strategies for inclusion, and the role of LGBTQ+ educators' life stories in pre-service training. She leads projects like UniDiversidad, empowering youth with intellectual disabilities through vocational training and university inclusion. Her pedagogical innovations include participatory assessment models and pandemic-era teaching adaptations. Publications span 2022-2025, emphasizing action research methodologies and collaborative educational practices. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed, but her work demonstrates sustained commitment to educational equity through institutional partnerships and community engagement.

Xavier Ribes GuàrdiaView profile

Researcher

• World Wide Web
• Interactivity
• Radio
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Xavier Ribes Guàrdia is a Researcher at the Department of Audiovisual Communication and Advertising at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), associated with the Center for Studies and Research for an inclusive society (CERSIN) and the GRISS research group. He holds a Ph.D. in Audiovisual Communication - New Technologies from UAB (2003). His work focuses on digital media transformation, artificial intelligence in radio production, and audience participation in interactive media. He has been a key investigator in projects like 'KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS OF PERSONALISATION ALGORITHMS' (2024-2027) and 'StepForME: Steps Forward to Meaningful Employment' (2021-2023). Research interests include AI applications in media, cross-media strategies, and the evolution of public television programming. His recent publications explore AI tool classifications in radio production and the role of algorithms in digital platforms. He has collaborated internationally on initiatives promoting social inclusion through artistic education and youth employment post-pandemic. Professional activities include supervising 7 academic works and contributing to over 70 research outputs across articles, books, and commissioned reports. His work bridges technological innovation with societal impact, particularly in media accessibility and cultural policy.

• Functional Analysis
• Banach Space Geometry
• Metric Geometry
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Florent P. Baudier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on the geometry of metric spaces, Banach spaces, and their applications to theoretical computer science and topology. He explores embeddings of graphs and metric spaces, metric invariants, and the Ribe and Kalton programs. Baudier has co-organized numerous conferences and workshops, including SUMIRFAS and events at the Erwin Schrödinger Institute and Casa Matemática Oaxaca. His work appears in top journals like Advances in Mathematics, Inventiones Mathematicae, and the Journal of the American Mathematical Society. He actively participates in seminars such as the Banach and Metric Space Geometry Research Seminar and contributes to outreach through workshops and educational initiatives.

• Early Childhood Education
• Physical Activity Promotion
• Music Education
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VLADIMIR ESSAU MARTINEZ BELLO is a Professor at the Faculty of Teacher Training , Universitat de València , specializing in Didactics of Body Expression . He is affiliated with two research groups: COS Body, Movement, Music and Curricular Practices and AFIPS Physical Activity and Health Promotion Group . Education: Doctorate in Muscle and Hematological Effects of rHuEpo (2011), supervised by Drs. José Viña Ribes, M. Carmen Gómez Cabrera, and Federico V. Pallardó Calatayud Doctorate in Human Rights Education in Early Childhood Materials (2019), supervised by Dr. José Roberto Pérez Salom Research Interests focus on physical activity promotion in early childhood , movement-music integration , gender and cultural representation in educational materials , and inclusive curriculum design . His recent work explores structured movement programs, sedentary behavior correlates, and interdisciplinary training for educators. Key Trends in Publications include: Systematic reviews on activity patterns in toddlers Development of evidence-based movement-music programs Analysis of gender stereotypes in textbooks and media Collaborative projects on child protection (e.g., EDUCAP, MoviMusi) Labs & Teams: He actively contributes to the COS and AFIPS research groups, focusing on curricular innovation, health promotion, and multidisciplinary teacher training initiatives.

• Algebraic Statistics
• Applied Algebra
• Algebraic Geometry
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Aida Maraj is a mathematician holding a W2 professorship at the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI CBG) in Dresden, where she leads the Algebraic Statistics for Biology research group. She is also a Young Investigator in the Department of Mathematics at TU Dresden and maintains an affiliation with the Department of Mathematics at the University of Tirana. Her academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Kentucky (2015-2020), followed by postdoctoral positions at the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in the Sciences, University of Michigan, and Harvard University. Dr. Maraj's research focuses on applied and asymptotic algebra and geometry with applications in statistics and biology. Her work employs tools from algebraic geometry, commutative algebra, combinatorics, formal language theory, and symbolic computation to address complex biological questions. She has developed expertise in discovering algebraic and geometric properties of hierarchical models and Gaussian models, particularly in high-dimensional settings where classical statistical methods fail. Her recent publications demonstrate growing interdisciplinary impact, bridging mathematical theory with biological applications in areas like cnidarian morphogenesis, tissue remodeling, and biomechanical determinants of shape diversity. She actively organizes major academic events including the Dive into Research in Dresden program for summer 2026 and has co-organized the CIMPA summer school Mathematical Methods in Data Analysis at the University of Tirana in 2022. Among her scientific recognitions are the NSF Grant DMS2306672 as Principal Investigator and a Simons Travel Grant. She previously received the IBL Desapio fellowship during her time at the University of Michigan. Currently mentoring 5 postdocs (Soham Basu, Danai Deligeorgaki, Oskar Henriksson, Carlotta Langer, Maximilian Wiesmann) Supervising 2 PhD students (Yue Jiao, Se Eun Choi) Hosting multiple interns annually including Joan Pascual Ribes, tahda queer, and Joseph Leach Organizing the 2026 Combinatorics in Algebraic Statistics and Game Theory summer research program Dr. Maraj maintains strong connections with Albanian academic institutions and has been instrumental in creating opportunities for Albanian students through international collaborations. Her work exemplifies the growing importance of algebraic methods in modern biological research and data analysis.

Carina Ribe FerneeView profile

Associate Professor

• Outdoor Therapy
• Wilderness Therapy
• Mental Health
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Carina Ribe Fernee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sports Science and Physical Education at the University of Agder. Her research focuses on outdoor and wilderness therapies, particularly their application in mental health care for children, adolescents, and young adults. She leads and collaborates on projects like the WAYA2 study, evaluating nature-based rehabilitation programs for cancer survivors. Key interests include nature-based interventions, relational dignity in therapy, and the role of environmental contexts in therapeutic outcomes. Her work bridges clinical practice and environmental science, with publications in journals such as International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-being and Frontiers in Psychology . She co-authored the book Utendørsterapi: En introduksjon (Outdoor Therapy: An Introduction), providing foundational insights into the field. Fernee’s research emphasizes qualitative methodologies and mixed-methods evaluations to understand the efficacy and mechanisms of outdoor therapies. She is affiliated with the ROPE research group (Research in Outdoor and Physical Education) and contributes to interdisciplinary studies on family therapy, wilderness programs, and mental health policy. Her recent work explores how natural environments can support emotion-focused therapy and improve well-being through structured outdoor activities.

Solveig KringlebotnView profile

Professor

• Opera
• Vocal Performance
• Music Education
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Solveig Kringlebotn is a Professor of Singing at the Academy of Opera within the Oslo National Academy of the Arts and holds a part-time professorship at the Barratt Due Institute of Music. Her academic roles are complemented by a distinguished international performing career spanning major opera stages globally. She holds a permanent 50% academic position since 2018, transitioning to her current professorship in 2019. Education: She trained at the Stockholm Academy of Opera. Career Highlights: International breakthrough roles include Fiordiligi in Cosi fan tutte at the Salzburg Festival and the 1991 premiere of Lutosławski’s Chantefables et Chantefleurs at London’s Royal Albert Hall. She remains active performing in venues like Paris’ Philharmonie and as Carlotta in Norway’s Phantom of the Opera production. Research Focus: Explores Wagnerian vocal landscapes, sustainable performing arts practices, and pedagogical innovations. Recent work includes studies on masterclasses’ relevance, youth vocal development, and cultural entrepreneurship through concert production analysis. Awards: Knight 1st Class of the Order of St Olav (2004), Critics’ Award for La Bohème (Norwegian Opera), and prestigious honors like the Lindeman Prize and Spellemann Award. She has also contributed to TV mentorship programs such as Stjernekamp. Teaching & Mentorship: Known for nurturing Norway’s leading singers, emphasizing technical mastery and artistic expression. Collaborates frequently with Nils Harald Sødal and Benedikte Sofie Ribe on interdisciplinary projects addressing mental health and sustainability in the arts.

İBRAHİM HALİL GEÇİBESLERView profile

Associate Professor

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Toxicology
• Antioxidant Activity
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İBRAHİM HALİL GEÇİBESLER is an Associate Professor at Bingöl University's Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Occupational Health and Safety. He holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry from Gaziosmanpaşa University and has been instrumental in establishing the Occupational Health and Safety undergraduate program at Bingöl University, the first of its kind in state universities in Turkey. His expertise spans occupational health, toxicology, and natural product chemistry. He has led numerous research projects on phytochemicals, antioxidant activity, and environmental science, funded by institutions like TÜBİTAK and TAGEM. Dr. GEÇİBESLER has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on plant-derived compounds' biological activities and their applications in health and industry. He has advised students on topics like propolis isolates and antioxidant properties of endemic plants. His work also extends to corrosion inhibition mechanisms and radiation interaction studies. Education: PhD in Organic Chemistry (Gaziosmanpaşa University), MSc in Organic Chemistry, BSc in Chemistry. Administrative roles include Department Head of Occupational Health and Safety, Dean's Assistant, and project leadership in BAP, DPT, and TÜBİTAK initiatives. His research highlights include bioactive compounds from Rheum ribes and Diplotaenia bingolensis, and antioxidant mechanisms of natural extracts.

MUSA TARTIKView profile

Lecturer

• Synthetic Biology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Yeast Genetics
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Dr. MUSA TARTIK is a Lecturer at Bingol University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics. He currently holds a visiting researcher position at UNC School of Medicine (2024–present) and has held roles as a Research Associate at Bingol University since 2020. His work focuses on synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, and yeast-based systems for biotechnological applications. Tartik has conducted research at Chalmers University of Technology (2019–2020) and holds prestigious fellowships including the Aziz Sancar Postdoctoral Fellowship and TUBITAK 2219 Fellowship. Education: Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Genetics from Bingol University (2018), M.Sc. in Molecular Biology from Istanbul Technical University (2013), and B.Sc. in Biology from Istanbul Technical University (2011). His doctoral thesis explored Saccharomyces cerevisiae resistance to PCM and its metabolic trans-effects on PC3 cells. Research Interests: Tartik’s work integrates synthetic biology and systems biology to engineer microbial cell factories for sustainable production of compounds like flavonoids. Key projects include yeast biosensor development for microplastics, optimization of carotenoid production in yeasts, and studies on bacterial DNA uptake mechanisms. He has led projects funded by TUBITAK and CRDF Global, emphasizing biosafety and biosecurity in laboratory settings. Grants & Awards: As a Principal Investigator, Tartik leads projects such as the Microplastic Patrol Yeast Biosensor (TUBITAK 1001, 2025–2028) and has developed bactosensor prototypes for chrysotile asbestos detection. His research has been supported by fellowships focusing on synthetic biology and public health training. Labs & Teams: Tartik is actively involved in the Sancar Lab at UNC and the Synthetic Biology group at Chalmers University. His team collaborates on projects like yeast engineering for flavonoid production and DNA repair mechanisms in bacteria. He mentors students in both graduate and undergraduate research programs.

Jan StøvringView profile

Researcher

• Landscape Architecture
• Urban Development
• Sustainable Stormwater Management
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Jan Støvring is a Senior Research Consultant at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, University of Copenhagen, serving as Head of Studies for the Bachelor of Science program in Landscape Architecture since 2022. With a professional landscape architecture degree (MDL) and PhD completed between 2012-2017, he transitioned to academia in 2008 after six years of professional practice. His educational background includes a professional landscape architecture qualification (MDL) and doctoral studies culminating in a PhD awarded between 2012 and 2017. Støvring's research confronts urban development challenges through innovative design solutions targeting congestion and climate change impacts. He specializes in sustainable stormwater management with deep expertise in permeable pavements, circular economy implementation, and sustainable landscape creation. His work bridges theoretical research and practical application in urban resilience. Recent publications reveal strong interdisciplinary trends, integrating artificial intelligence into planting design, advancing circular material systems in urban paving, developing sophisticated stormwater modeling techniques, and pioneering film-based methodologies for landscape analysis and community engagement in projects like the Gels Å and Ribe Å river systems. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Støvring actively teaches undergraduate landscape architecture courses and supervises both bachelor's and master's students while coordinating internship programs for practical experience. His collaborative work includes the Ribe Å system pilot project (2021-2022) and participation in multiple landscape restoration initiatives across Danish river systems.