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• Urban Forestry
• Green Infrastructure
• Plant Science
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Leena Lindén is a University Lecturer at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry and the Department of Agricultural Sciences. She specializes in urban forestry, focusing on plant material for green infrastructure development and maintenance. Her work bridges horticulture, sustainability, and ecological urban planning. Research Institutes: Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS) Helsinki Institute of Urban and Regional Studies (Urbaria) Her research explores urban forest age structure , genetic profiling of ornamental plants , and ecosystem service valuation . Key projects include Sphagnum moss as a sustainable growing medium and i-Tree for urban ecosystem assessment. Recent publications analyze frost tolerance in urban tree species, carbon sequestration in parks, and genetic relationships of common lilac cultivars. She supervises doctoral and Master’s theses and contributes to peer review for journals like Urban Forestry & Urban Greening and HortScience .

Owen AtkinView profile

Professor

• Plant Physiology
• Plant Ecology
• Climate Change Biology
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Professor Owen Atkin is a leading academic at the Australian National University (ANU) , serving as Director of the Agrifood Innovation Institute since 2024. He previously directed the ANU node of the Australian Plant Phenomics Facility (2022-2023) and the Centre for Entrepreneurial Agri-Technology (2019-2024). A Fellow of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Plant Energy Biology (2014-2021), Atkin has held faculty roles at ANU since 2008 and the University of York (1999-2008). His work bridges plant physiology, climate modeling, and agricultural innovation. Education : BSc (Hons) in Botany (1987, ANU), PhD in Plant Science (1993, University of Toronto) Prof. Atkin’s research focuses on plant metabolic responses to environmental gradients , particularly temperature effects on leaf respiration and photosynthesis. His lab collaborates with global climate modelers to refine terrestrial biosphere models and develops high-throughput screening tools for cereal energy use efficiency. Recent studies explore heat tolerance mechanisms in wheat and rainforest trees, carbon allocation in woody plants, and the role of mitochondrial capacity in C4 photosynthesis. Scientific awards include the ARC Future Fellowship (2009) and editorial roles at New Phytologist since 2007. His 2025 articles emphasize alpine plant respiration , woody plant carbohydrate dynamics , and nutrient-induced root respiration , reflecting a career-long commitment to understanding plant energy systems in a warming world. Grants : ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Energy Biology (CE140100008, 2014-2020), USA DoE Grant (2014-2018), International Wheat Yield Partnership (2016-2019) Collaborations : University of Western Australia, UMass Amherst, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, University of Minnesota, and Flinders University Labs : Leads the Atkin Group – Plant respiration in a changing world at ANU, integrating biochemical, physiological, and ecological approaches

Moschou PanagiotisView profile

Associate Professor

• Plant Developmental Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
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Moschou Panagiotis is an Associate Professor at the University of Crete , affiliated with the Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (IMBB) and the Department of Biology . His research focuses on plant developmental biology, protease functions, and stress responses. Research Interests: Plant developmental mechanisms Protease-substrate interactions Biomolecular condensates and stress adaptation Autophagy and programmed cell death Epigenetic regulation in crops Publications Trends: Recent work explores stress-induced biomolecular condensates, root development, and proximity labeling techniques in Arabidopsis. Key themes include membrane-dynamics, ROS signaling, and metacaspase roles in seed longevity. Collaborations span plant immunology, cell division regulation, and polyamine metabolism.

Rajib SahaView profile

Associate Professor

• Systems Biology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Synthetic Biology
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Rajib Saha is an Associate Professor and Graduate Chair in the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL). He holds the Richard L. and Carol S. McNeel Endowed Professorship. His research focuses on systems and synthetic biology, with emphasis on reconstructing genome-scale metabolic models, analyzing 'omics data, and engineering microbial systems for biotechnological applications. His lab, the Systems and Synthetic Biology (SSBio) Laboratory, integrates computational and experimental approaches to study non-model microbes, plants, and microbial consortia for bio-renewable production and environmental sustainability. Education: Ph.D. and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Penn State University (2014 and 2011), B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (top graduate). Research interests include metabolic engineering of photosynthetic organisms, genetic tool development, and redesigning photosynthetic apparatus for enhanced carbon fixation. Key projects include an NSF-funded collaboration on melanin as a sustainable material, a MICRA project investigating soil moisture retention through microbial innovations, and studies on plant cuticle design. He has received an NSF CAREER Award and led multi-institutional grants totaling over $2.5M. His lab advises graduate and undergraduate students, with notable mentees like Andrea Goertzen (NSF GRFP awardee) and Mohammad Mazharul Islam. Awards include the 2020 NSF CAREER Award, promotion to Associate Professor with tenure (2022), and recognition for interdisciplinary research in climate-resilient agriculture. His work bridges computational modeling (e.g., ORKA, EuGeneCiD tools) with experimental validation, contributing to synthetic biology, bioremediation, and sustainable materials science.

Alice TiptonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Ecology
• Plant-Fungi Interactions
• Grassland Restoration
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Alice Tipton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Saint Louis University, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on ecological interactions, particularly plant-soil fungal relationships in grassland ecosystems. She investigates how environmental factors influence mycorrhizal fungi communities and their role in restoration ecology. Education: Ph.D., University of Missouri - Columbia. Research emphasizes grassland restoration, microbial community dynamics, and the ecological impacts of land use and climate. Her publications highlight topics like mycorrhizal dispersal patterns, microbiome manipulation in restoration, and root pathogen responses to disturbance. No scientific awards are listed. She has no formal advisees noted. Her work is centered in labs focused on plant-microbe interactions and ecosystem recovery.

Deirdre Griffin LaHueView profile

Associate Professor

• Soil Health
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Agricultural Practices
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Deirdre Griffin LaHue is an Associate Professor in Soil Health & Sustainable Soil Management at Washington State University's College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS). She holds a PhD in Soils and Biogeochemistry from UC Davis (2018), an MS in the same field (2015), and a BS in Environmental Science from the University of Maryland (2012). Her research focuses on agricultural practices' impacts on soil health, including cover cropping, tillage, and nutrient cycling, with a systems approach linking micro-scale soil processes to field-scale outcomes. She works to establish regionally relevant soil health benchmarks and collaborates on soil sustainability strategies for long-term resilience in cropping systems. Key areas include biosolids applications' long-term effects, biodegradable plastic mulch degradation, and nitrogen dynamics in blueberry systems. She co-authored WSU Extension guides on soil health indicators and vineyard management. Her work spans diverse climates and cropping systems, emphasizing sustainable practices and agroecosystem resilience. Collaborations include interdisciplinary teams addressing soil health, plastic pollution, and climate adaptation. Publications highlight innovations in soil microbial analysis, cover crop impacts, and policy-informed agricultural decision-making. Her research bridges laboratory and field scales, with grants focused on soil health assessment and sustainable farm inputs. She actively participates in Washington State's soil health initiatives and extension programs.

Adam CelizView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Materials Engineering
• Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Biomedical Engineering
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Adam Celiz is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. He leads the Celiz Lab, which focuses on developing biomaterials for tissue repair and regeneration. His affiliations include the CRUK Convergence Science Centre, Cancer Technology Network, and Centre for Advanced Therapeutics. Education: BSc (First Class) in Pharmaceutical & Chemical Sciences (University of Brighton, 2006); PhD in Chemistry (University of Cambridge, 2010). Postdoctoral research included work at the University of Nottingham and Harvard University’s Wyss Institute. Awards include the Larry Hench Young Investigators Prize and an Early Career Researcher Award from the American Vacuum Society. Research interests span biomaterials for stem cell interactions, high-throughput screening of polymers, and tissue adhesives. His lab develops hydrogels for dental regeneration, cardiac tissue repair, and lymphangiogenesis. Key facilities include the Kinexus Ultra+ Rheometer and ElectroForce 5500 DMA platforms. Publications highlight advancements in biomaterial strategies for endodontic regeneration, dental pulp stem cells, and tough adhesives for wet surfaces. His work has been featured in Science , Nature Materials , and Advanced Materials , with media coverage in BBC, Newsweek, and Popular Science. Awards: Larry Hench Prize (2017), American Vacuum Society Award (2015) Lab Facilities: Rheometer, Dynamic Mechanical Analysis systems Collaborations: NHLI, Aglaris Bioreactor

Ming LiView profile

Associate Professor

• Lysosome Biology
• Quantum Memories
• Quantum Repeaters
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Dr. Ming Li is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair for Facilities in the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at the University of Michigan. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and a B.S. from Fudan University. His research focuses on lysosome biology, protein quality control mechanisms, and quantum technologies including quantum memories and quantum computing using rare earth ions and neutral atom arrays. Research interests span cellular organelle function, quantum optics, and atomic physics, with particular emphasis on: Lysosome biogenesis and quality control pathways Quantum repeater systems for secure communications Rydberg atom arrays for quantum simulation Nanophotonic interfaces for quantum systems Solid-state quantum emitters Publication analysis reveals strong focus on: Plant cell biology and hormone signaling (60% of recent works) Protein degradation mechanisms (25%) Quantum information systems (15%) Major research transitions occurred around 2020 from plant molecular biology to quantum systems. Scientific recognition includes student achievements: 2023: Helen Hay Whitney Fellowship (Arines) 2022: ProQuest Distinguished Dissertation Award (Zhang) Multiple best talk/poster awards at MCDB Retreat Current research projects: NIH R35 grant on lysosome membrane quality control Cystinosis Research Foundation grant for disease mechanisms DOE-funded quantum networking initiatives Lab includes 2 postdocs, 6 graduate students, and 3 technicians focusing on experimental quantum systems and biological imaging.

Davit PotoyanView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Biophysics
• Molecular Dynamics
• Biomolecular Condensates
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Davit Potoyan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Iowa State University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, with courtesy faculty appointments in both the Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology (BBMB) and Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BCB) programs. His research group, CATBio (Computation, AI & Theory-Driven Biophysics), develops computational approaches to study biomolecular systems. Professor Potoyan's research interests focus on computational biophysics, particularly using multi-scale computational tools rooted in statistical physics, machine learning, and data analytics to study biologically motivated problems. His group investigates the condensation of disordered proteins and nucleic acids, enzyme dynamics, chromatin organization, and epigenetic networks of stem cells. Current research is organized into four main directions: developing AI- and physics-based methods to predict allosteric communication in biomolecular assemblies; uncovering sequence-encoded dynamics in biomolecular condensates using multi-scale computational models; constructing mesoscopic and systems-level models to elucidate transcriptional and epigenetic regulation of chromatin; and advancing generative and explainable AI approaches for modeling and interpreting biomolecular dynamics. Analysis of his recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a strong focus on biomolecular condensates, chromatin organization, and protein-RNA interactions. His work combines computational approaches with theoretical biophysics to address fundamental questions in phase separation, allosteric regulation, and nuclear organization. The research spans from atomistic simulations to mesoscale modeling, demonstrating an integrated approach to understanding biological phenomena across multiple spatial and temporal scales. Professor Potoyan actively recruits postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and undergraduate students with backgrounds in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics who have experience with scientific coding (C/C++/Python).

Sanjit DebView profile

Associate Professor

• Soil Physics
• Hydrological Modeling
• Agricultural Water Management
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Dr. Sanjit Deb is an Associate Professor of Soil Physics in the Department of Plant and Soil Science at Texas Tech University, part of the Davis College of Agriculture. His research focuses on optimizing soil and water resource management in semi-arid agricultural systems through applied soil physics, hydrological modeling, and sustainable practices. He holds a Ph.D. in Biological and Environmental Engineering from The University of Tokyo, with prior postdoctoral experience at New Mexico State University and the University of Hawaii-Manoa. Education: Bachelor's in Agricultural Engineering, Bangladesh Agricultural University Master's in Irrigation Engineering & Management, Asian Institute of Technology (Thailand) Ph.D. in Biological & Environmental Engineering, University of Tokyo (Japan) Research emphasizes soil-water-plant interactions, vadose zone hydrology, and precision agriculture strategies for improving crop productivity while conserving resources. Key areas include biochar applications, deficit irrigation, cover crop impacts, and soil health assessment in arid regions. Collaborative efforts address challenges in cotton, corn, and pasture systems across the Southern High Plains. Teaching responsibilities include courses on soil physical properties, environmental soil science, and advanced soil physics. His work integrates field experimentation, numerical modeling (e.g., HYDRUS), and remote sensing techniques to develop scalable solutions for water-limited environments. Recent research highlights include optimizing biochar rates for crop resilience under water stress, modeling root zone dynamics in cotton-weed interactions, and evaluating cover crops' role in nitrogen cycling and soil structure improvement.

• Plant Biochemistry
• Metabolic Adaptation
• Glycolysis
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Professor Jean RIVOAL holds a full professorship at the University of Montreal's Department of Biological Sciences within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. He is affiliated with the Institut de recherche en biologie végétale (IRBV) and teaches courses such as Plant Physiology and Redox Biology. His research focuses on regulatory mechanisms of plant primary metabolism under environmental stress, particularly glycolytic pathway dynamics in non-photosynthetic tissues like roots and cell cultures. Key techniques include enzyme characterization, metabolic flux analysis, and transgenic plant studies. RIVOAL has supervised numerous graduate students and leads grants on metabolic control, stress adaptation, and biotechnology applications. His lab investigates redox regulation, protein modifications, and phosphorylation effects on enzyme activity. Collaborative projects include SEVE research center initiatives and equipment grants for centrifuges and analytical tools. Education: Expertise in plant biochemistry and metabolism, with a focus on enzymatic and genetic regulation. Grants: Holds funding from CRSNG and FRQNT for projects on metabolic control analysis, stress response, and transgenic plant systems. Labs/Teams: Leads research in the IRBV, focusing on metabolic pathways and stress biology. Research themes emphasize plant metabolic adaptation to abiotic stress, with studies on enzymes like glyceraldehyde-3-phosphate dehydrogenase and S-glutathionylation mechanisms. His work bridges biochemical analysis, genomics, and systems biology approaches to understand stress resilience in crops.

Farnusch KaschaniView profile

Researcher

• Proteomics
• Chemical Biology
• Molecular Biology
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Dr. Farnusch Kaschani is a researcher at the University of Duisburg-Essen, affiliated with the Center of Medical Biotechnology (ZMB) and the Faculty of Biology. He leads the Analytics Core Facility Essen (ACE), a central proteomics facility offering state-of-the-art mass spectrometry-based services for academic and industrial users. His work spans enzyme discovery, proteomics, and chemical biology, with a focus on understanding microbial systems, plant immunity, and protein dynamics. Research Interests : Proteomics, enzyme characterization, activity-based protein profiling, plant-pathogen interactions, and biocatalyst discovery. His lab develops innovative methods for analyzing protein activities and functions in complex biological systems. Publications : Recent work includes studies on archaeal metabolism, plant defense mechanisms, and protease inhibitors. Research trends emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining chemistry, microbiology, and plant biology to uncover functional proteins and pathways. Labs/Teams : Directs the ACE facility, which serves as a hub for collaborative projects in proteomics and chemical biology. Engages in international collaborations on enzyme discovery, drug development, and systems biology.

Nicole MartinView profile

Researcher

• Plant Pathology
• Ecosystem Restoration
• Nutrient Cycling
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Nicole Martin is a Faculty Research Assistant at Oregon State University's Department of Botany and Plant Pathology, affiliated with the College of Agricultural Sciences. She works under Principal Investigator Dr. Jay Pscheidt, focusing on managing hazelnut diseases such as Eastern Filbert Blight, Bacterial Blight, and Kernel Mold through experimental and applied research. Her research spans ecosystem restoration, nutrient cycling, and invasive species control in Hawaiian lowland wet forests, as well as agricultural disease management. Recent publications highlight her contributions to functional trait-based restoration, plant-animal diversity interactions, and global impacts of non-native species. Scientific Awards: Outstanding Employee of the Year, Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii (2018) Her work includes evaluating fungicides and copper-based products for hazelnut disease control, optimizing pruning strategies, and developing the REST tool for species selection in restoration projects. Collaborative efforts with institutions like the USDA Forest Service underscore her interdisciplinary approach.

• Soil Informatics
• Big Data Mining
• Ecological Theory
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Jun-Tao Wang is a Senior Lecturer at the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment (HIE), Western Sydney University, within the Soil Biology and Genomics department. His research focuses on soil informatics, big data mining, and ecological theory applied to agriculture and environmental sustainability. He joined HIE in 2019 as a Research Fellow and has since contributed to projects addressing soil health, microbial dynamics, and ecosystem resilience under climate change. Research Interests: His work bridges computational methods with ecological theory to study soil microbial communities' roles in agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability. Key areas include soil health indicators, microbial community dynamics, and global soil biodiversity patterns. Grants & Collaborations: An integrated disease management program for Australian potatoes (2024-2029) Evaluating FOGO compost benefits (2023-2024) Bio-based solutions for root pathogen management (2022-2026) Soil biological mechanisms and amendments (2022-2025) Awards: Research Support Program Fellow (Level B) - Bushfire Research: Soil Biodiversity (2021) Teaching: Soil and Substrate, Advanced Science Project B, Plant Production. Labs/Teams: Active in HIE's Soil Biology & Genomics research theme, collaborating with global networks on soil microbial ecology and climate resilience.

Christopher W. FernandezView profile

Assistant Professor

• Mycorrhizal Ecology
• Soil Microbiology
• Ecosystem Ecology
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Christopher W. Fernandez is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department at Syracuse University's College of Arts and Sciences. His research investigates mycorrhizal fungal ecology and plant-microbe interactions, focusing on how these relationships influence carbon and nutrient cycling in forest and peatland ecosystems under climate change. Dr. Fernandez examines how mycorrhizal networks mediate soil carbon storage, decomposition processes, and ecosystem resilience. His work integrates molecular ecology, ecosystem ecology, and soil science to understand functional trait diversity in fungi and its implications for biogeochemical cycles. His publications reveal research trends in climate change impacts on ectomycorrhizal networks, necromass decomposition, and belowground carbon dynamics. Recent work emphasizes soil moisture-pH interactions, microbial community responses to warming, and agricultural diversification benefits. Grants: NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (2021-2026), USDA Sun Grant Program (2024-2025) Honors: Levitan Prize (2023) Dr. Fernandez mentors graduate students in ecosystem ecology and leads field experiments examining climate change effects on fungal networks at biome boundaries.