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Craig MoyerView profile

Professor

• Marine Microbial Ecology
• Geomicrobiology
• Hydrothermal Vent Systems
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Craig Moyer is a Professor of Biology at Western Washington University, affiliated with the College of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on marine microbial ecology, geomicrobiology of hydrothermal vents, and the Zetaproteobacteria's role in iron-oxidizing microbial mats. He has led expeditions to the Mariana Arc and contributed to establishing the Mariana Marine Sanctuary. His work integrates molecular techniques like genome-resolved metagenomics and geochemical analysis to study extremophiles in deep-sea environments. Education and Research Interests: His expertise spans microbial oceanography, volcano microbiology, and biogeochemical cycles. He investigates microbial communities in high-iron environments, deep subsurface biospheres, and serpentinization-driven ecosystems. Collaborations include projects with NOAA, IODP, and institutions like the College of Charleston and University of Hawaii. Key Projects: FeMO (Iron Microbial Observatory), Submarine Ring of Fire expeditions, and studies on Mariana Forearc mud volcanoes. Awards: Paul J. Oscamp Research Award (2018), Fouts Foundation Innovation Award (2016). Teaching and Outreach: Teaches courses in microbiology, molecular phylogeny, and microbial ecology. Engages in educational outreach with schools in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, promoting STEM through fieldwork and cultural partnerships. Labs/Teams: Leads the Moyer Lab, focusing on microbial mat dynamics, extremophile adaptation, and ecosystem engineering by Zetaproteobacteria. Collaborates with international teams on deep-sea sampling and metagenomic analysis.

Eric SeabronView profile

Assistant Professor

• Nanomaterials
• Metamaterials
• Microwave Electronics
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Dr. Eric Seabron is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Howard University's College of Engineering and Architecture. He earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from Morgan State University (2013) and PhD in Materials Science from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2017), with postdoctoral training at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory as a National Research Council Fellow. His research focuses on nanoscale electronic materials, including 1D/2D nanostructures, phase-change chalcogenides for reconfigurable RF electronics, and hyperbolic optical crystals. Expertise includes novel scanning probe microscopy techniques for quantum material characterization, terahertz metasurface design, and carbon nanotube purification methods. Current projects involve VO 2 -based tunable polarization converters and neuromorphic phase-change metamaterials. Prior to academia, he worked as a Principal Microelectronic Engineer at Northrop Grumman. He leads multiple collaborations with national laboratories, including ARL and NRL projects on optical crystals and neuromorphic computing.

Po ChenView profile

Associate Professor

• Seismology
• Computational Geophysics
• 3D Seismic Tomography
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Po Chen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Wyoming , affiliated with the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences and the School of Energy Resources . His research bridges computational methods with seismology for advanced Earth structure and earthquake source modeling. Education : PhD in Seismology (University of Southern California, 2005), BS in Geophysics and Economics (Beijing University, 2000). Po Chen's research focuses on Full-3D Waveform Tomography (F3DT) , leveraging high-performance computing to solve nonlinear structural inversion problems. He develops and applies numerical methods for seismic wave propagation, fault-plane ambiguity resolution, and ground-motion estimation. Recent work integrates machine learning for real-time earthquake detection (e.g., RED-PAN, RockNet) and landslide parameter inversion. His publications highlight advancements in seismic source inversion, GPU-accelerated algorithms, ambient-noise tomography, and critical zone imaging. Key collaborations include tools like UCVM (3D velocity model querying) and pSIN (seismic interferometry). Teaching emphasizes active learning and the synergy between research and education, with graduate advisees contributing to projects in seismic imaging and hazard analysis.

Katherine Selena TaylorView profile

Research Fellow

• Water Policy
• Water Governance
• Water Security
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Dr. Katherine Selena Taylor serves as an Adjunct Research Fellow at the Water Justice Hub within the Crawford School of Public Policy at the Australian National University. Her research and practice in Central and Western Australia address critical issues in environmental technology, drinking water risk management, and water policy, with dedicated focus on water rights, responsibilities, and decolonisation. Her academic qualifications include: PhD, Australian National University BSc (Hons) Environmental Science BSc Conservation Biology Taylor's research spans water policy, governance, security, and decolonisation of water management, emphasizing Indigenous water rights and knowledge systems. Her scholarship critically examines international frameworks like the OECD's water governance principles through a justice lens, advocating for systemic change recognizing Indigenous sovereignty. She investigates intersections of environmental technology, risk management, and policy to advance equitable water access for Indigenous communities. Analysis of her publications (2005-2023) reveals progressive deepening of Indigenous water governance engagement, evolving from technical wastewater irrigation studies to high-level policy critique. Her work consistently bridges academic research with community action, co-authored with Indigenous leaders, addressing drinking water quality gaps, non-market valuation of Indigenous values, and water security policy fragmentation across Australia's administrative landscapes. Her scientific recognition includes: Australian Post Graduate Award (2018) Australian Parliamentary Library Summer Scholar Though specific student advising details are limited in public records, her Water Justice Hub role suggests mentorship potential. Collaborative outputs like the 'Water Justice Podcast' and policy briefs demonstrate applied research impact beyond academia, including co-authoring a 2022 Indigenous water reserves policy brief for ANU. As a core Water Justice Hub member, Taylor contributes to interdisciplinary scholarship with Indigenous-led initiatives transforming Australian water governance, emphasizing Indigenous law and knowledge as central to achieving water justice through initiatives like the Martuwarra Fitzroy River Council partnership.

Amin AmirlatifiView profile

Associate Professor

• Geomechanics
• Quantum Computing Applications
• Predictive Maintenance
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Dr. Amin Amirlatifi is an Associate Professor and Cleveland Endowed Professor at the Swalm School of Chemical Engineering, Mississippi State University. He serves as Associate Director of the PATENT Lab. His research focuses on geomechanics, quantum computing applications, CO2 sequestration, predictive maintenance, and big data analytics. He has industry experience in reservoir engineering and numerical simulation. Education: Ph.D., Missouri University of Science and Technology, 2013 M.Sc., University of Petroleum Technology, 2005 M.Eng., University of Calgary, 2005 B.Sc., University of Petroleum Technology, 2003 Research Interests: Geomechanics, Quantum Computing, Carbon Capture and Storage, Enhanced Oil Recovery, Big Data Analytics, Hydraulic Fracturing, and Energy Storage Solutions. His work bridges engineering challenges with advanced computational methods. Labs/Teams: Leads the PATENT Lab, focusing on innovation in energy and environmental systems. Collaborates on machinery fault prediction, CO2 sequestration, and quantum computing applications. Grants/Advising: Active in securing grants for geomechanical and CO2 storage projects. Advises on interdisciplinary topics at the intersection of AI and engineering systems.

Thomas BallesteroView profile

Associate Professor

• Hydrology
• Water Resources Engineering
• Stormwater Management
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Thomas P. Ballestero is an Associate Professor and Director of the UNH Stormwater Center at the University of New Hampshire's College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. His affiliations include the Civil and Environmental Engineering and Ocean Engineering departments. He holds a Ph.D. from Colorado State University (1981), an M.S. from Pennsylvania State University (1977), and a B.S. from the same institution (1975). Education: PhD Civil Engineering (Colorado State University), MS and BS in Civil Engineering (Penn State). Research Interests His work focuses on applied water resources engineering, including stormwater management, stream restoration, groundwater hydrology, and environmental remediation. He leads the UNH Stormwater Center, studying green infrastructure and low-impact development (LID) systems. His research also addresses hydraulic fracturing impacts, international water resources projects, and climate adaptation strategies. Key Contributions Dr. Ballestero has pioneered studies on porous pavements, subsurface gravel wetlands, and the performance of stormwater control measures. His international projects include groundwater development in Brazil, Colombia, and Puerto Rico, as well as stream restoration in Argentina and the U.S. He has advised on hydraulic fracturing risks and served on federal panels like the EPA's Hydraulic Fracturing Review. Awards & Recognition 2016 ASCE/EWRI Water Visionary Award 2015 Meritorious Service Award (New England APWA) Multiple Fulbright Scholar awards (1991, 1992) University of New Hampshire Outstanding Teaching Awards (1991, 1988) Grants & Collaborations He directs the NH Water Resources Research Center (1986–1999) and has led over 80 technical projects. His collaborations include the U.S. EPA, FEMA, and international agencies like the UN's IAEA. Current projects involve living shorelines, climate-resilient infrastructure, and contaminant transport modeling. Labs & Teams He oversees the UNH Stormwater Center, a $1M+ annual research hub evaluating stormwater technologies. The center's work informs EPA guidelines and urban sustainability practices nationwide.

Scott WhiteView profile

Professor

• Coastal Processes
• Geophysics
• Seismology
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Scott White is a Professor in the Department of Earth Ocean and Environment at the University of South Carolina's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in marine geology and geophysics. His research focuses on revealing patterns and processes in underwater environments from deep seafloors to wetlands. Research interests span coastal processes, geophysics, seismology, volcanology, oceanography, tectonics, and marine geology, with particular emphasis on submarine volcanic processes, coastal geomorphology, and groundwater interactions. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on machine learning applications in seafloor mapping and advanced geomorphological analysis techniques. Award recognition is currently not detailed in available records. Laboratory resources include marine geology equipment and computational modeling capabilities within the School of Earth, Ocean and Environment.

Dorthe WildenschildView profile

Professor

• Flow and Transport in Porous Media
• Subsurface Water Pollution
• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
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Dorthe Wildenschild is a Professor and holds the DeVaan Chair in the Department of Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering at Oregon State University's College of Engineering. She leads the Clean Water Technology Initiative and directs the Multi-phase Flow and Micro-Imaging Lab. Her research focuses on porous media flow, subsurface water pollution, and energy storage solutions. She earned a Ph.D. (1996) and M.S. (1991) in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Danish Technical University. Research interests include geologic CO2 storage optimization, biofilm dynamics under microgravity (collaborating with NASA), and advanced imaging techniques using deep learning. Key labs include the OSU MicroCT Facility. Recent work emphasizes clean water innovation, groundwater remediation, and sustainable energy systems. Labs and teams: Multi-phase Flow and Micro-Imaging Lab, OSU MicroCT Facility. Professional contributions include the College of Engineering Faculty Lecture Series and leadership in the Water and Environment research group. Grants and advising details are not explicitly listed here.

Yaning LiuView profile

Associate Professor

• Machine Learning
• Uncertainty Quantification
• Monte Carlo Methods
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Yaning Liu is an Associate Professor and Director of Statistical Programs at the Department of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Denver. Their research focuses on surrogate modeling with machine learning, uncertainty quantification, Monte Carlo methods, hydrological modeling, and subsurface energy storage. Education: PhD in Applied and Computational Mathematics from Florida State University (2013), MS in same field (2011), BS in Information and Computational Science from Zhejiang University (2006) Yaning develops and teaches advanced courses including Monte Carlo Methods , Machine Learning Methods , and Uncertainty Quantification . Their work combines computational mathematics with energy system modeling, particularly for compressed air and CO2 storage applications in aquifers. Publications cover: Subsurface energy storage dynamics Multivariate sensitivity analysis Hybrid energy system modeling Environmental impact assessments Computational grouting materials Bayesian parameter inversion techniques They actively contribute to Open Educational Resources (OER) through co-authored textbooks like First Semester in Numerical Analysis with Python and Probability and Simulation: A Python Companion .

Fanghui DengView profile

Researcher

• Geodesy
• Remote Sensing
• Geophysics
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Fanghui Deng is a Researcher in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Houston. She specializes in using satellite and ground-based geodetic data to analyze Earth's surface and subsurface changes, focusing on coastal regions, oil and gas fields, volcanoes, and earthquakes. Education: Ph.D. in Geology (University of South Florida, 2020), M.E. in Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (Wuhan University, 2015), B.E. in Remote Sensing Science and Technology (Wuhan University, 2012) Research Interests Deng’s work integrates geodetic techniques like InSAR and LiDAR to assess natural and anthropogenic hazards. Key areas include: Volcanic and tectonic deformation Fluid injection and extraction impacts Seafloor monitoring via offshore platforms DEM generation for hazard modeling Post-seismic deformation analysis Glacial dynamics in polar regions Scientific Awards Deng has received: NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship (NESSF), 2017-2020 Richard A. Davis Endowed Fellowship, University of South Florida, 2020 Advising and Collaborations While no direct students are listed, Deng collaborates on projects involving volcano hazard assessment, earthquake dynamics, and glacial monitoring. Her work often involves field studies and student training opportunities.

Claire WeltyView profile

Professor

• Urban Hydrology
• Hydrologic Modeling
• Water Quality
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Dr. Claire Welty is Professor of Environmental Engineering and Director of the Center for Urban Environmental Research and Education at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She holds a PhD from MIT, MS from George Washington University, and BS from University of Virginia. Her research develops end-to-end systems of field-deployed sensors and coupled mathematical models to quantify urban hydrologic and biogeochemical cycles from neighborhood to regional scales. This work supports sustainable urban water management through improved prediction of flow paths, fluxes, and stores of water and chemicals. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on urban watershed dynamics, integrating field measurements with advanced modeling approaches. Recent work explores spatial heterogeneity in stream chemistry, groundwater storage dynamics, and urban heat island effects on waterways.

Birol DindorukView profile

Professor

• Enhanced Oil Recovery
• CO2 Sequestration
• Thermodynamics of Phase Behavior
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Dr. Birol Dindoruk is the American Association of Drilling Engineers Endowed Professor at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering, holding dual roles in the Department of Petroleum Engineering and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. He specializes in enhanced oil recovery (EOR), CO2 sequestration, and reservoir fluid thermodynamics, with significant contributions to data science integration in energy systems. His research bridges traditional petroleum engineering with emerging areas like geothermal energy and machine learning. Education: Ph.D. (Petroleum Engineering, Stanford University), M.S. (Petroleum Engineering, University of Alabama), MBA (University of Houston), and B.S. (Petroleum Engineering, Technical University of Istanbul). Research focuses on phase behavior, fluid dynamics in porous media, and the application of AI to energy challenges. Notable achievements include membership in the National Academy of Engineering (2017), SPE Lester C. Uren Award (2014), and leadership roles as Editor-in-Chief of SPE Journals and Elsevier’s Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering. Current advising includes postdoctoral fellows and Ph.D./MSc students working on CO2 utilization, geothermal systems, and machine learning. His lab, the Interaction of Phase Behavior and Flow (IPB&F) Consortium, addresses complex fluid systems and energy transitions.

Xiaonan ShanView profile

Associate Professor

• Energy Storage
• Battery Technology
• Catalytic Reactions
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Dr. Xiaonan Shan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Houston. His research focuses on advanced imaging and sensing techniques for applications in energy storage, catalytic reactions, environmental monitoring, and biomedical systems. He leads the Laboratory for Advanced Imaging and Sensing, developing optical microscopy, spectroscopy, and chemical sensing methods to study battery dynamics, CO₂ capture, and hydrogen production. Notable contributions include in-operando optical microscopy for battery reactions, electrochemical impedance imaging, and SERS-based biosensors. He has advised numerous students and collaborated with researchers across disciplines. Current projects include AI-driven self-driving labs for material discovery and wireless subsurface CO₂ monitoring systems. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Arizona State University), M.S. and B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Peking University). Research emphasizes battery interfacial reactions, CO₂ mineralization, and plasmonic-based sensing. Recent publications highlight advancements in solid-state battery imaging, dendrite-free zinc batteries, and microwave plasma for environmental applications. His lab offers PhD opportunities in optical imaging and catalytic material research. Labs/Teams: Laboratory for Advanced Imaging and Sensing, collaborations with Drs. Yang Yang, Jiefu Chen, and Lars Grabow.

Reza SoltanianView profile

Associate Professor

• Hydrogeology
• Subsurface Fluid Flow
• Environmental Science
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Reza Soltanian is an Associate Professor of Hydrogeology in the Department of Geology at the University of Cincinnati. His research focuses on subsurface fluid flow, reactive transport, and multiphase flow in porous media, with applications to carbon sequestration, contaminant fate, and ecohydrology. He holds a PhD in Earth and Environmental Sciences from Wright State University (2015), preceded by an M.Sc. from the University of Tehran (2010) and a B.S. from the University of Shiraz (2008). Dr. Soltanian has held roles such as Subsurface Modeling Lead at Subsurface Insights, LLC and Civil Inspector at DAELIM Industrial Company. His work bridges theory, numerical simulations, and field-scale approaches to address critical environmental challenges. Current active grants include Department of the Army funding for monitoring subsurface biogeochemical hot spots (Role: PI) and American Chemical Society support for methane emissions modeling (Role: PI). His research interests emphasize geologic CO₂ sequestration, multiphase fluid dynamics, and the impacts of heterogeneity on subsurface processes. Notable projects include studies on gravitational instabilities in carbon storage and hyporheic exchange dynamics in karstic streams. Grants: NSF Conference Grant (Role: Collaborator): $93,806 DoD Monitoring Grant (Role: PI): $115,000 ACS Methane Modeling (Role: PI): $125,000 Awards: Wright State University Research Excellence Award GSA Graduate Research Award He serves on the Hydrogeology Journal editorial board and contributed to the Cranfield CO₂ sequestration project simulations. His recent work advances understanding of methane-CO₂ interactions in brine formations and shale gas sorption mechanisms.

• Climate Change Science
• Geology
• Hydrology
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Dr. Nathan Moodie is a Research Assistant Professor in the Civil & Environmental Engineering Department at the University of Utah, affiliated with the Carbon Science Initiative (CSI) and the Energy & Geoscience Institute (EGI). He has been with EGI since 2011, completing his Master's and Ph.D. there before transitioning to his current role. His research focuses on multiphase numerical simulations for geologic carbon storage, emphasizing the impact of relative permeability and capillary pressure on modeling outcomes. He collaborates on DOE-sponsored projects in the western U.S., specializing in CO2 storage in saline aquifers and enhanced oil recovery. Education: Began as a graduate student in 2011, earned both Master's and Ph.D. degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from the University of Utah through EGI. Research Interests : - Multi-phase flow modeling in porous media - CO2 storage capacity and leakage risk assessment - Integration of geophysical monitoring with reservoir simulations - Uncertainty quantification in subsurface systems Articles Trends : Recent work emphasizes risk-based site characterization (e.g., San Juan Basin CarbonSAFE), advanced numerical methods for reservoir simulation, and machine learning applications in subsurface modeling. Key themes include CO2 plume dynamics, fault seal analysis, and legacy well risk mitigation. Advising/Grants : Actively involved in DOE-funded projects, though specific grant details are not listed. Advising roles (students/mentees) are not explicitly mentioned in available texts. Labs/Teams : Core member of the Carbon Science Initiative (CSI) and Energy & Geoscience Institute (EGI), contributing to interdisciplinary teams focused on industrial decarbonization and subsurface energy solutions.