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Wenzhan SongView profile

Professor

• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Sensor Networks
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Dr. Wenzhan Song is the Georgia Power Mickey A. Brown Professor of Engineering and Director of the Center for Cyber-Physical Systems at the University of Georgia. With courtesy appointments in Computer Science and Statistics, he leads research in sensor networks, AI, and cyber-physical security. His innovations include non-invasive health monitoring systems and subsurface imaging technologies. Research spans: Cyber-physical systems for health/energy security Real-time subsurface seismic imaging Contactless vital sign monitoring (BedDot, CageDot) Zero-trust blockchain data infrastructures Awards include: NSF CAREER Award 3x Most Promising Technology awards IEEE Mark Weiser Best Paper Award Multiple best paper recognitions at top conferences Recent publications focus on cybersecurity for electric systems, contactless health monitoring, and AI-driven anomaly detection. Teaching covers Network Systems Engineering and Cyber-Physical Systems principles.

• Marine Geochemistry
• Pore Water Geochemistry
• Iron Cycling
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Susann Henkel is a Researcher in the Marine Geochemistry department at the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI) in Bremerhaven, Germany. Her work focuses on understanding biogeochemical processes in marine sediments, particularly iron cycling, pore water geochemistry, and stable isotope analysis. She investigates processes such as benthic iron fluxes, microbial interactions in methanic sediments, and the impact of environmental changes on sedimentary carbon and trace metal dynamics. Her research spans sub-Antarctic fjords, the Southern Ocean, and the North Sea, with a strong emphasis on the Helgoland Mud Area as a key study site. Recent work includes studies on iron transport pathways from South Georgia, the role of iron in DOM retention, and the effects of warming on Antarctic sediment microbial communities. Henkel employs advanced techniques like UV laser ablation MC-ICP-MS for multi-element isotope analysis and integrates field data with laboratory experiments. Her contributions address critical questions in marine geochemistry, including carbon sequestration (Blue Carbon) and the bioavailability of essential metals in polar ecosystems.

Fatemeh PourahmadianView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geomechanics
• Engineering Mechanics
• Wave Propagation
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Fatemeh Pourahmadian is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her research focuses on wave motion and inverse problems in engineering mechanics, particularly in complex materials such as metamaterials and porous media. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota (2016) MS in Geo-Engineering, University of Minnesota (2015) MS in Mechanical Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology (2010) Research Interests: Wave propagation in heterogeneous materials Inverse scattering techniques Elastic-wave cloaking and nonlinear dynamics Development of computational methods for material characterization Key Themes in Publications: Recent work emphasizes machine learning-based approaches for ultrasonic imaging, fast Fourier transform solvers for micropolar composites, and inverse elastic scattering in time/frequency domains. Her studies bridge theoretical frameworks with experimental validations in geomechanics and material science. Professional Affiliations: Society of Engineering Science (SES) Engineering Mechanics Institute (EMI) American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA)

• Reservoir Engineering
• Carbon Capture and Storage
• Pore-Scale Flow Modeling
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Rumbidzai Nhunduru is a Research Associate at the Institute of Mechanical, Process & Energy Engineering within Heriot-Watt University's School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, United Kingdom. Her research focuses on experimental and computational analysis of fluid flow in porous media with direct applications to carbon sequestration and enhanced oil recovery operations. Her core expertise spans pore-scale modeling of multiphase flow systems, specializing in fluid displacement mechanisms, wettability effects, and residual trapping phenomena. She employs advanced micromodel experiments and direct numerical simulations to investigate ganglion dynamics, surface roughness impacts, and transport kinetics in geological formations relevant to subsurface energy storage. Analysis of her publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory bridging microscopic flow observations with macroscopic reservoir behavior. Key contributions include quantifying wettability's role in dynamic fluid connectivity and elucidating surface roughness effects on residual trapping—critical insights for optimizing CO2 storage in saline aquifers and improving reservoir simulation accuracy. Dr. Nhunduru collaborates extensively with an international team led by Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer, contributing to laser-manufactured microfluidic device development and pore-scale visualization techniques. Her work supports next-generation modeling for subsurface energy applications, with recent datasets on wettability impacts and fluid displacement kinetics publicly archived through Heriot-Watt University.

Ryan MulliganView profile

Associate Professor

• Coastal Engineering
• Nearshore Oceanography
• Hydrodynamics
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Ryan Mulligan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Queen's University, affiliated with the Smith School of Engineering. He serves as Research Director at the GeoEngineering Centre and holds a cross-appointment with the Beaty Water Research Centre. His research focuses on coastal engineering and nearshore oceanography, particularly the physical forces shaping coastal regions under extreme events like hurricanes. He contributes editorially to Journal of Geophysical Research - Oceans and explores marine renewable energy impacts. Dr. Mulligan earned his PhD from Dalhousie University (2008), M.A.Sc from the University of British Columbia (1999), and B.A.Sc from Queen's University (1997). His work integrates field observations and numerical models to study coastal processes across spatiotemporal scales, including wave dynamics, sediment transport, and coastal resilience. Recently, he has investigated storm surge modeling in Lake Erie, hurricane-induced coastal erosion, and tidal energy systems in the Bay of Fundy. His research highlights the interaction between nearshore hydrodynamics and geomorphology, with particular attention to macrotidal environments and climate change adaptation strategies. Key applications include managed dyke realignment for flood mitigation and experimental analysis of landslide-generated tsunamis.

Kai BrökerView profile

Researcher

• Geomechanics
• In-Situ Stress Measurements
• Hydraulic Stimulation
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Kai Bröker is a Researcher at the University of Neuchâtel's Faculty of Science, affiliated with the Centre for Hydrogeology and Geothermics (CHYN). His expertise focuses on geomechanics, in-situ stress measurements, and hydraulic stimulation in fractured rock systems. He leads research into enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) and subsurface CO2 storage, leveraging large-scale field experiments in underground laboratories like the Bedretto Lab, Switzerland. Bröker's research emphasizes hydromechanical processes in crystalline rock masses, including seismic anisotropy analysis, stress heterogeneity effects, and multi-stage hydraulic stimulation protocols. His work integrates interdisciplinary methods such as mini-frac tests, borehole breakout analysis, and seismic monitoring to optimize subsurface energy use. Recent Focus: Over 15 articles (2023–2025) explore stimulation pattern engineering, induced seismicity, and stress field characterization. Key projects include hectometer-scale experiments at Bedretto Lab to assess fluid flow and rock response under high-pressure injections. Key Locations: Bedretto Underground Laboratory (Swiss Alps), SB borehole array. Bröker collaborates with the Geothermics and Reservoir Geomechanics Group and contributes to international efforts to advance geothermal energy and carbon sequestration technologies.

• Urban Planning
• Food-Water-Energy Nexus
• Transdisciplinary Approaches
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Maryam Ghodsvali is an Assistant Professor at the Laboratory of Geo-information Science and Remote Sensing. Her research focuses on integrating transdisciplinary approaches to address the Food-Water-Energy Nexus, urban planning challenges, and sustainable development through innovative tools like decision support systems, digital twins, and serious games. She actively contributes to systemic urban planning methodologies and adaptive governance frameworks. Her recent editorial activity includes peer reviewing for the ISPRS Technical Commission IV Symposium 2024, demonstrating her engagement in academic publishing and professional networks. Key research interests span transdisciplinary frameworks for nexus governance, circular economy experiments in smart districts, and participatory policy design using gamification. Her work emphasizes bridging theory and practice through case studies and empirical analysis, aiming to inform policymakers and urban planners. While no formal awards are listed, her contributions to systemic urban planning and nexus research reflect a commitment to impactful interdisciplinary scholarship. She has advised no students in available records and no grants are explicitly mentioned, though her publications indicate active research collaborations.

• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
• Underground Hydrogen Storage
• Reservoir Engineering
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Saeed Ghanbari serves as a Research Fellow at Heriot-Watt University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, affiliated with the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. His work focuses on advanced subsurface energy storage systems within geological formations. His research expertise spans Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), Underground Hydrogen Storage, and Reservoir Engineering, with specialized investigations into CO2 plume migration dynamics, legacy well integrity assessment, and numerical simulation of geochemical/microbial processes in storage reservoirs. Recent work emphasizes risk-based modeling frameworks for CO2 storage applications and the development of novel simulation techniques for hydrogen storage systems. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals a strong trend toward computational modeling of subsurface flow phenomena, particularly examining how geological heterogeneities and background flow conditions impact long-term storage security. His work consistently addresses critical challenges in geological storage safety and efficiency, contributing directly to clean energy transition technologies. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. No information regarding student supervision or research grant funding was available in the scraped content.

Alex PoultonView profile

Professor

• Marine Ecology
• Ocean Biogeochemistry
• Plankton Ecology
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Alex Poulton is a Professor of Plankton Ecology and Biogeochemistry at Heriot Watt University's The Lyell Centre for Earth and Marine Sciences and Technology in Edinburgh. He holds a PhD in Biological Oceanography from the University of Southampton and previously worked at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) as a Senior Researcher and Principal Researcher. His research focuses on marine ecology, ocean biogeochemistry, plankton diversity, and carbon cycling, with a particular emphasis on coccolithophores and their role in climate change. Current projects include studying carbon export via internal tides (CarTRidge), coccolithophore controls on ocean alkalinity (CHALKY), and the impacts of bottom trawling on seabed carbon storage. He has participated in 20 research cruises across major oceans and published over 115 peer-reviewed articles. Poulton is an editorial board member for the Journal of Plankton Research and contributes to NERC peer-review processes. His research interests encompass global plankton ecology, nutrient dynamics, and the interplay between biodiversity and biogeochemical processes. Recent work highlights include investigating Southern Ocean carbon flux dynamics, diatom vertical distribution patterns, and the ecological impacts of climate change on marine systems. Poulton also explores novel scientific paradigms, such as the adaptation of fossilized coccolithophores to environmental shifts ('swimming with dinosaurs').

Heather DeShonView profile

Professor

• Earthquake Physics
• Induced Seismicity
• Seismogenic Zone Processes
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Heather DeShon is a Professor of Geophysics and Department Chair in the Roy M. Huffington Department of Earth Sciences at Southern Methodist University (SMU). Her research focuses on earthquake physics, induced seismicity, and seismogenic zone processes, particularly in subduction zones and intraplate faults. She holds a B.S. in Geophysics and Mathematics from SMU (1999) and a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences from the University of California Santa Cruz (2004). Her work integrates advanced seismic techniques such as local earthquake tomography, waveform cross-correlation, and InSAR data to study fault dynamics and earthquake mechanisms. Key projects include analyzing induced seismicity in Texas basins (e.g., Fort Worth, Delaware), subduction zone processes in Costa Rica and Ecuador, and volcano seismology. She leads collaborative efforts to improve seismic monitoring and hazard assessment in industrial and natural settings. Recent studies emphasize the spatiotemporal evolution of human-induced earthquakes, stress drop variations near disposal wells, and fault slip potential linked to fluid injection. She has developed high-resolution seismic catalogs and 3D velocity models to better understand seismicity patterns in oil and gas regions. DeShon’s research also explores seismogenic zone characteristics through teleseismic relocations and fault imaging. She advises on scientific communication strategies for public safety during seismic events, particularly in urban areas like Dallas-Fort Worth.

Jyun-Syung TsauView profile

Researcher

• Enhanced Oil Recovery
• Carbon Capture and Storage
• CO2 Flooding
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Jyun-Syung Tsau, Ph.D., serves as Associate Scientist Director for CO2 Flooding & Sequestration at the Tertiary Oil Recovery Program (TORP) within the Department of Chemical & Petroleum Engineering at the University of Kansas. Based in Slawson Hall, Room 270E (1420 Naismith Drive, Lawrence, KS 66045), he directs research on tertiary recovery methods for Kansas oil fields with contact details tsau@ku.edu and (785) 864-2913. TORP, established in 1974 by the State of Kansas, evaluates oil/gas recovery potential including waterflooding and expanded ventures in natural hydrogen, CCUS, enhanced geothermal systems, and critical minerals. Dr. Tsau's research centers on CO2-based enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and sequestration technologies, focusing on optimizing tertiary recovery processes for regional operators. His work integrates subsurface energy systems analysis with carbon management strategies, addressing post-COVID energy transition challenges through workshops on AI-driven waterflood optimization and CCS/CCUS applications. TORP's recent initiatives include the September 2024 "CCS/CCUS and IOR" workshop and field/lab services for unconventional reservoir characterization. Scientific Awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the provided materials. Advising and Grants: The text specifies no student advising roles, doctoral committees, or grant funding details for Dr. Tsau, though TORP collaborates with industry partners on recovery technology implementation. Laboratories and Teams: Dr. Tsau leads TORP's CO2 flooding research unit, which operates specialized laboratory and field services for regional operators. The program maintains multidisciplinary teams focused on conventional/unconventional IOR processes and hosts annual workshops with partners like PTTC, featuring case studies on Kansas reservoirs and AI applications in subsurface engineering.

Charlotte KrawczykView profile

Professor

• Geophysical exploration
• Seismic methods
• Deformation and mass transport analysis
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Charlotte Krawczyk is a Professor of Geophysics at Technische Universität Berlin and Director of the Department of Geophysics at GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences since 2016. Her research focuses on geophysical exploration, seismic imaging, and structural analysis of deformation processes in Earth's crust. Academic Training: PhD in Geophysics (GEOMAR and Kiel University, 1995) Diploma in Geophysics (Kiel University, 1991) Vordiplom in Oceanography/Physics (Kiel University, 1986) Her research spans seismic methods, fault detection, salt tectonics, and urban geophysics applications. She has pioneered shear-wave reflection seismics for near-surface imaging and geothermal energy exploration. Recent publications (2021-2018) emphasize fiber-optic sensing, evaporite karst dynamics, and fracture network characterization. Notable awards include membership in Academia Europaea (2018), the German Science Foundation (DFG) Senate (2020), and multiple EAGE/SEG recognitions. She leads the Geophysical Imaging section at GFZ and has held leadership roles at LIAG Hannover.

• Geophysics
• Earth System Processes
• Active Tectonics
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Professor Tim Henstock is a Professor of Geophysics at the University of Southampton, specializing in applying physics to study Earth processes. His research focuses on imaging Earth structures using seismic waves and numerical modeling, with applications in offshore engineering, active tectonics, and oceanic lithosphere evolution. He co-leads the NERC-supported Ocean Bottom Instrument Facility and supervises multiple PhD students. Education: BA Natural Sciences (Physics/Theoretical Geophysics), University of Cambridge (1987–1990) PhD Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge (1990–1993) Career Progression: Lecturer (1999–2004) → Senior Lecturer (2004–2013) → Reader (2013–2015) → Professor (2015–present) His research interests include imaging Earth structures at scales from centimeters to thousands of kilometers, active tectonics, and subduction zone dynamics. He collaborates across disciplines and has contributed to understanding seabed sediment properties for offshore engineering, particularly in optimizing marine power cable ratings. External Roles: Member, IFREMER (France, 2023) Member, Geological Society of London (since 2019) Teaching responsibilities include leading field courses and advanced modules in geophysics and seafloor surveying.

Anthony CharitonView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental DNA Research
• Aquatic Ecology
• Community Ecology
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Dr Anthony Chariton is an Associate Professor in the School of Natural Sciences at Macquarie University, Australia. He leads the Environmental e(DNA) and Biomonitoring Lab, pioneering environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding for aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem monitoring. His work integrates 'omic' technologies with traditional ecology to assess community responses to environmental stressors, including anthropogenic impacts like pollution and climate change. Chariton’s research focuses on sedimentary and groundwater ecosystems, leveraging eDNA to track taxa distribution—from fish in aquatic systems to mammals via leeches and mosquitoes. He has contributed to global guidelines, including the revised Australian and New Zealand Sediment Quality Guidelines, and served as President of the Society of Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology Australasia. His mid-career research was recognized with their prestigious Mid-Career Researcher Medal in 2020. Key projects include using mosquito DNA to detect mammals in semi-arid regions, establishing groundwater health indices in the Murray-Darling Basin, and developing data governance frameworks. Chariton’s interdisciplinary collaborations span environmental chemistry, microbiology, and remote sensing, with over 94 publications and 2,454 citations. His work bridges academic research and practical applications, aiding regulators and industries in adopting eDNA tools for ecosystem management. Recent trends in his articles emphasize satellite-based eDNA monitoring, microbial community responses to stressors, and innovative sampling methods in groundwater systems.

Mark BrusseauView profile

Professor

• Contaminant Transport
• Environmental Chemistry
• Subsurface Hydrology
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Mark Brusseau is a Professor at the University of Arizona, affiliated with the Brusseau Lab. His research focuses on contaminant transport, fate, and remediation in environmental systems, including modeling soil and groundwater contamination. He teaches courses such as Environmental Monitoring and Remediation (ENVS 430R) and Reclamation and Redevelopment of Impacted Lands (ENVS 482). Brusseau holds a PhD in Subsurface Hydrology and Environmental Chemistry from the University of Florida. His work intersects Critical Zone Science, Environmental Quality, and Sustainable Water Management. Key research themes include mass-transfer processes in porous media and pollution dynamics in impacted ecosystems. He leads the Brusseau Lab, which specializes in advancing technologies for environmental remediation and sustainable land use. Though no specific grants or awards are listed, his academic contributions are tied to interdisciplinary environmental science initiatives. His professional affiliations include roles in the UA’s Environmental Quality, Justice & Health programs, reflecting a commitment to applied environmental science and societal impact.