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• Biogenic Dynamics
• Bioacoustics
• Nonlinear Dynamics
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A/Prof Sebastian Oberst is an Associate Professor and Acting Director of the Centre for Audio, Acoustics and Vibration at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). He holds positions in the School of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, coordinating the 'Embedded Mechatronic Systems' course. His research focuses on biogenic dynamics, bioacoustics, nonlinear dynamics, and acoustic metamaterials, with applications in vibration control, structural health monitoring, and termite communication mechanisms. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (UNSW, 2011). Professional roles include Chief Investigator on multiple ARC-funded projects, including 'Unlocking the mechanisms of vibro-acoustic communication in termites' (2024-2028) and 'Meta-Lattice Composites for Satellite Survivability' (2022-2025). He has received prestigious awards such as the EASD Junior Research Prize (2017) and the JSPS Fellowship (2016). Research interests span bioacoustics, metamaterials, and nonlinear dynamics. Notable contributions include studies on termite vibrational communication, acoustic radiation force manipulation, and structural dynamics modeling. He has supervised multiple PhD theses on topics ranging from laser Doppler vibrometry to uncertainty analysis in mechanical systems. Service roles include editorial positions in journals like Frontiers in Acoustics and PeerJ - Life and Environment , and chair roles in international conferences such as the Asia-Pacific Vibration Conference (2019). His work bridges fundamental research and industrial applications, advancing sustainable vibration control and acoustic engineering.

Jeff WhitworthView profile

Associate Professor

• Integrated Pest Management
• Row Crops
• Household Pests
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Jeff Whitworth is an Associate Professor in the Department of Entomology at Kansas State University. His research specializes in integrated pest management (IPM) for row crops and structural pests, with extensive work in developing practical solutions for agricultural and household insect control. He earned his Ph.D. in Entomology from Kansas State University in 1980. Research Focus Dr. Whitworth's work spans: Field crop protection (corn, soybean, wheat, sorghum) Structural pest management (termites, pillbugs) Stored product insect control Development of extension materials for farmers and pest control professionals Publications Overview His recent publications (2004-2011) demonstrate a strong focus on applied entomology, emphasizing pest management protocols, insecticide efficacy, trap design improvements, and regional pest population analyses. Work consistently integrates field research with practical extension resources. Awards and Honors No awards are documented in the available text. Academic Service Active in producing cooperative extension bulletins covering multiple crops. Collaborates extensively with agricultural experiment stations and extension services across Kansas.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Theoretical Ecology
• Evolutionary Genetics
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Ido Pen is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences. His research focuses on theoretical evolutionary ecology, particularly the evolution of social behavior, sex allocation, and aging in social insects and other organisms. Key areas include eusociality evolution, parental effects, and temperature-driven sex determination mechanisms. Pen leads the Pen Group, which integrates theoretical models with empirical studies to explore evolutionary processes. Recent work examines inbreeding effects on reproductive senescence in birds, cooperative breeding dynamics, and maternal manipulation in eusociality origins. His research spans diverse topics such as harbor seal rehabilitation, vocal coordination in gorillas, and pest control strategies for Drosophila suzukii. Projects often involve collaboration with international teams and interdisciplinary approaches, blending genetics, ecology, and mathematical modeling. Pen has supervised PhD students like John Kreider and Maria Santos Mira, contributing to datasets on social polymorphism and genetic sex determination. He actively engages in open science initiatives, advocating for community-driven preprint systems to accelerate ecological and evolutionary research dissemination. Key contributions include theoretical frameworks on social insect caste determination and the role of environmental predictability in parental effects. His work frequently addresses evolutionary trade-offs, such as between survival and reproduction, and the interplay between genetic and epigenetic mechanisms in aging. Pen’s research also highlights the importance of understanding evolutionary feedback from adaptive plasticity, as seen in studies on sex ratio control and conflict resolution in insect societies.

• Integrated Pest Management
• Public Health Entomology
• Vector Biology
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Dr. Dawn H Gouge is a Professor and Public Health Entomologist at the University of Arizona, specializing in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and vector ecology. She leads applied research and Extension programs addressing medically significant arthropods and commensal rodents, with a focus on low-income housing, schools, and healthcare facilities. She serves on federal advisory committees, including the U.S. EPA’s Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee and the National School IPM Steering Committee. Education: Ph.D. Entomology/Nematology, University of Reading, UK (Dissertation: Biological Control of Sciarid Flies with Entomopathogenic Nematodes) B.S. Applied Biology, University of Wales, UK Research Interests: Dr. Gouge’s work spans IPM implementation in sensitive environments, mosquito and tick-borne disease mitigation, rodent management in urban settings, and pesticide safety. She emphasizes community engagement through citizen science and educational outreach, particularly in schools and tribal communities. Her research integrates ecology, public health, and policy to address emerging threats like climate change impacts on pest distributions. Articles Trends: Recent publications focus on climate action frameworks in academia, cancer resistance strategies inspired by farming practices, and urban pest management in home and garden ecosystems. Earlier work includes innovations in termite biocontrol using nematodes and scorpion parasitism. Awards: Recognized for IPM excellence, environmental achievement, and contributions to school pest management. Notable awards include the International IPM Award of Excellence (2018), PESP Gold Tier Shining Star Award (2012), and multiple EPA honors. Advising & Grants: Hosts graduate/undergraduate interns, serves on thesis committees, and collaborates on funded projects addressing vector surveillance, bed bug management in housing, and tribal public health IPM. Leads initiatives for pest-proofing schools and reducing pesticide exposure risks. Labs/Teams: Central to the Arizona Pest Management Center and University of Arizona Cooperative Extension , fostering interdisciplinary teams for applied entomology solutions.

Angel Quiros OlozabalView profile

Associate Professor

• Electronics
• Hardware Design
• FPGA Development
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Angel Quiros Olozabal is an Associate Professor at the University of Cadiz, affiliated with the Department of Automatic, Electronic, Computer Architecture and Networks Engineering. His research focuses on hardware development, FPGA optimization, and circuit design, with applications in Boundary Scan (JTAG) test automation, power quality monitoring, neuromorphic systems, and biomedical devices like TMS coils. His work spans diverse subfields including digital signal processing, electromagnetic modeling, and educational technologies. Key methodologies involve VHDL synthesis, boundary element analysis, and real-time system implementation. Current research trends emphasize privacy-preserving data collection protocols, thermal modeling for medical devices, and low-cost embedded platforms for circuit emulation. Scientific awards are not explicitly mentioned in the provided data. No student advisement records were found. For collaboration or inquiries, his email is angel.quiros@uca.es .

Rupert C SoarView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Technologies
• Biomimetics
• Freeform Construction
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Rupert C Soar is an Associate Professor in Sustainable Technologies at the School of Architecture Design and the Built Environment, Nottingham Trent University. He previously held roles including Director of Freeform Construction Ltd & the Termes Trust (2008-2010) and part-time Lecturer at the University of Greenwich (2001-2008). His research focuses on biomimetic construction, additive manufacturing, and digital fabrication, with collaborations spanning institutions like Harvard University and the Namibian National Museum. Education: BSc Hons. in Production and Operations Management (1990-1993), University of Nottingham – 1993 PERA Award recipient MSc in Manufacturing Systems (1994-1995), University of Nottingham PhD in Additive Manufacturing (1995-1998), University of Nottingham Research Highlights: Swarm Intelligence in Living Buildings: Collaborative project with Harvard and India’s Tata National Centre Freeform Construction: Mega-scale additive manufacturing for construction funded by IMRC (£1.25M) Biomimetic studies on termite mound ventilation (£421K EPSRC grant) Awards: 1993 PERA Award for research excellence (BSc) Advising & Grants: Supervised 6 PhD students across topics like acoustic absorption and smart metal structures Total research funding exceeds £3M from EPSRC, IMCRC, and industry partners Labs & Teams: Core member of the Rapid Manufacturing Consortium and Freeform Construction Group, leading interdisciplinary projects in smart materials and bio-inspired design.

Erik FrankView profile

Assistant Professor

• Animal Behaviour
• Ecology
• Evolution
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Dr. Erik Frank is an Emmy Noether Group Leader and former Assistant Professor (2021-2022) at the Department of Animal Ecology and Tropical Biology (Zoology III) within the Faculty of Biology at the University of Würzburg, Germany. His laboratory, based at the Biocenter's Campus North, investigates social wound care behaviors in ants and other social insects. With research stations in both laboratory and tropical field environments, his work bridges fundamental biological research with potential medical applications through the study of evolutionary solutions to health challenges in social insects. Frank's research centers on social immunity and the evolution of medical behaviors in social insects, particularly ants. His groundbreaking work documents how species like Megaponera analis provide wound care to injured nestmates through antimicrobial treatments and even medical amputations. His investigations span predator-prey interactions, chemical communication systems, and the evolutionary drivers behind collective medical behaviors in tropical species. This research has established "social wound care" as a recognized field within social immunity studies, with implications for understanding disease management in human societies. His publications reveal consistent focus on ant medical behaviors, showing progression from initial documentation of wound care (2017-2018) to deeper investigations of mechanisms and evolutionary drivers (2023-2025). The research spans multiple disciplines including behavioral ecology, chemical communication, microbiology, and evolutionary biology, with increasing sophistication in methodology from field observations to chemical analyses and mathematical modeling. Dr. Frank has received prestigious recognition including the Emmy Noether Group Leader position from the German Research Foundation and the Hector RCD Award. His work has been featured in major media outlets worldwide including The New York Times, The Guardian, National Geographic, and Die Zeit, particularly following his 2017 discovery of ant wound care and his 2024 research on medical amputations. As a mentor, Frank supervises multiple PhD students including Vibhuti Bhat (studying Megaponera analis), Juan José Lagos Oviedo (researching Eciton genus), and Seiji Fujimoto (investigating medical amputations). His laboratory maintains colonies of various ant species including Megaponera analis, Eciton species, Dinoponera grandis, and Pseudomyrmex for behavioral and chemical analyses. Current projects are funded by the DFG and Hector Fellow Academy, focusing on social wound care evolution, interkingdom wound care between ants and plants, and medical amputation behaviors.

Mikael Lenz StrubeView profile

Associate Professor

• Microbial Ecology
• Bioinformatics
• Carbohydrate Chemistry
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Mikael Lenz Strube is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the DTU Microbes Initiative and Center for Microbial Secondary Metabolites. His research focuses on microbial ecology with applications in animal health and agriculture. Research interests center on microbial ecology, carbohydrate chemistry, and prebiotic development. Key areas include: Prevention of post-weaning diarrhea in pigs through non-medical methods Microbiota of intestines and advanced statistical analysis Bioinformatics approaches to microbial community dynamics Influence of dietary components on host gut flora Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on microbial ecology (45%), applied biotechnology (30%), and methodological innovations (25%). Trends include microbiome studies in agriculture/health (2022-2025), novel antimicrobial solutions (2024), and advanced sequencing applications (2023). Current projects include analyzing microbiomes using long-read metagenomics (2024-2027), metagenomic approaches to assess soil bacterial metabolomes (2024-2027), and quantitative ecology of Bacilli (2020-2024). Strube supervises 5 PhD students working on microbiome analysis, soil metabolomics, and resistome dynamics. Research involves collaborations across Denmark and internationally, with facilities including microbial ecology labs, sequencing facilities, and the Center for Microbial Secondary Metabolites. Recent conference presentations include work on in situ prebiotic production (2015).

Xuan ChenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Wetland Ecology
• Insect Ecology
• Social Insects
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Xuan Chen is an Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences at Salisbury University, holding a PhD in Entomology from Louisiana State University. Research focuses on wetland and coastal ecosystem dynamics, particularly insect community responses to disturbances like hurricanes and oil pollution. Specialized in social insects (ants, bees, termites), Chen investigates biodiversity patterns, colony behaviors, and pest management strategies. Recent work explores fire ant foraging adaptations, termite biocontrol, and phenological responses to climate change across North American insect populations. Publications (2019-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on behavioral ecology, disturbance impacts, and innovative pest control methods, with frequent application of field experiments and ecological modeling. No awards, advising relationships, or grant activities were detailed in available materials.

• Ecology
• Parasitology
• Animal Behavior
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Dr. Claire Fuller currently serves as Dean of the Jones College of Science, Engineering, and Technology and Professor of Biological Sciences at Murray State University. She holds a BA in General Biology from the University of California, San Diego, and MS/PhD in Zoology from Oregon State University under Dr. Andrew Blaustein. Her research focuses on ecological immunology, parasitism in social insects (e.g., termites), and environmental impacts on animal behavior and population dynamics. Research interests include: Parasite-host interactions in tropical termites Climate change effects on termite immunity Aquatic pollution impacts on dragonfly immunity Behavioral modifications induced by parasites Recent publications highlight work on Atrazine effects in dragonflies (2018), termite environmental adaptations (2014), and acanthocephalan parasite impacts (2003-2004). Funding sources include NSF, Howard Hughes Institute, and Kentucky EPSCOR grants. Advises numerous graduate/undergraduate researchers and collaborates with institutions like Northeastern University. Active in teaching courses such as Animal Behavior, Biological Inquiry, and Ecology.

Bryana BushView profile

Lecturer

• Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Freshwater Ecosystems
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Bryana Bush is a Lecturer in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine. Her research focuses on ecological processes in freshwater and terrestrial systems, particularly examining invertebrate communities, decomposition dynamics, and the ecological impacts of invasive species and environmental disturbances. She has conducted field studies in floodplains, wetlands, and plantation forests across the southeastern United States, with a strong emphasis on understanding biodiversity responses to human and natural pressures. Her work integrates experimental approaches to assess ecosystem functions such as litter breakdown, faunal turnover, and habitat creation via natural processes like beaver activity. While no formal awards are listed, her publications reflect sustained contributions to understanding ecological indicators and management implications for freshwater and forest ecosystems. She currently holds no documented grants or advising roles, though her research aligns with broader initiatives in conservation biology and sustainable land use. Bush’s studies frequently address the interplay between hydrology and biotic communities, with recent focus on drought impacts, invasive plant effects, and the role of keystone species like beavers in shaping ecosystem complexity. Her findings provide critical baseline data for wetland restoration and agricultural ecosystem service evaluations.

Theo EvansView profile

Associate Professor

• Entomology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Ecology
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Theo Evans is an Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia's School of Biological Sciences. With over 30 years of experience, he has held positions at CSIRO, National University of Singapore, and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. His work bridges discovery and applied science, focusing on termites and dung beetles as key ecosystem engineers with global fieldwork across six continents. University of Western Australia (2015–Present): Associate Professor of Applied Entomology National University of Singapore (2011–2015): Associate Professor of Environmental Biology CSIRO Entomology (1995–2002, 2005–2011): Principal Research Scientist & Team Leader Education Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology, University of Melbourne (1996) Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Zoology, University of Western Australia (1990) Bachelor of Science in Zoology & Marine Biology, James Cook University (1989) Accelerated Leadership Program, University of New South Wales (2007) Research Themes Theo's work spans termites' vibro-acoustic communication, evolutionary ecology, and pest management systems. His dung beetle research emphasizes ecosystem services and invasive species dynamics. Current projects include: Vibration-based Termite Control Dung Beetle Activity Mapping Integrated Pest Management Tropical Microclimate Resilience Termite Mitochondrial Phylogenomics Key Contributions He discovered termite vibration-based wood assessment, demonstrated dung beetles' role in soil fertility and crop yield, and developed novel termite control systems. His 129+ publications (h-index 38) and $11M in funding reflect his impact. Teaching & Leadership Coordinates core zoology units (ANIM2207, ANIM2297) and Agriculture's AGRI5507. Leads the National Dung Beetle Ecosystem Engineer Project and serves as School Academic Integrity Officer. Scientific Appointments Includes advisory roles for Fiji Biosecurity Authority, Kyoto University's Field Cooperative Program, and United States EPA's Termite Baiting Panel. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals in environmental protection and sustainable agriculture.

Vasily DemyanovView profile

Professor

• Spatial Statistics
• Machine Learning
• Reservoir Modeling
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Affiliations and Roles Professor Vasily Demyanov holds the position of Professor at Heriot-Watt University's School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, where he leads the GeoDataScience group at the Institute for GeoEnergy Engineering. His academic career includes roles as a Research Fellow and Lecturer at Heriot-Watt since 2003, preceded by a postdoc at the University of St Andrews (2000-2002) and a PhD in Physics and Mathematics from the Russian Academy of Sciences (1998). Education Bachelor of Physics, Moscow State University (1994) PhD in Physics and Mathematics, Nuclear Safety Institute, Russian Academy of Sciences (1998) Research Interests Demyanov's research focuses on spatial statistics, machine learning, and uncertainty quantification in reservoir modeling. His work integrates AI for subsurface data analysis, Bayesian inference, and geostatistical methods to enhance reservoir management and environmental mapping. Key areas include: AI-driven reservoir workflows for pattern discovery Stochastic optimization and geostatistical modeling History matching and uncertainty quantification Machine learning for petroleum and environmental systems Recent Research Trends Recent publications emphasize AI applications (e.g., GANs, graph neural networks) in reservoir modeling, methane emissions detection via satellite imagery, and subsurface fracture analysis. His work bridges geology, data science, and engineering, with contributions to both theoretical and applied geosciences. Collaborations Key collaborators include institutions like Stanford University, University of Lausanne, and Tomsk Polytechnic University. Editorial roles include Associate Editor for Computers and Geosciences (2011-2020) and guest editorships for special issues on data science in geosciences. Advising and Labs He has supervised multiple PhD students focusing on reservoir modeling and uncertainty quantification. The GeoDataScience group develops innovative data science tools for geoscience challenges.

• Forest responses to climate change
• Carbon dioxide and water vapour exchange between plants and the atmosphere
• Stable isotopes as recorders of plant physiological processes
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Professor Lucas Cernusak is a distinguished plant ecophysiologist at James Cook University's College of Science and Engineering, where he serves as Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences. His research focuses on understanding environmental and biological controls on carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange between plants and the atmosphere, with particular emphasis on tropical ecosystems and climate change responses. Professor Cernusak earned his BSc in Biology from the University of Utah (1990-1996), followed by an MSc in Forest Resources from the University of Idaho (1997-1999), and completed his PhD in Plant Science at The Australian National University (2000-2004). His academic journey includes postdoctoral positions at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and Charles Darwin University, ARC Future Fellowships, and progressive academic appointments at James Cook University leading to his current professorship. Professor Cernusak's research program investigates forest responses to climate change through the lens of plant physiological processes. He employs stable isotope techniques to examine carbon dioxide and water vapor exchange between plants and the atmosphere, with special focus on tropical rainforests. His work bridges fundamental plant physiology with ecosystem-scale carbon cycling, providing critical insights into how tropical ecosystems might respond to and influence global climate change. His research has significant implications for understanding carbon sequestration, water use efficiency, and ecosystem resilience in a changing climate. Analysis of Professor Cernusak's recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a strong focus on tropical plant responses to climate stressors, particularly temperature and water availability. His work integrates stable isotope methodologies with physiological measurements to understand mechanisms of plant adaptation. Key themes include leaf thermoregulation in tropical trees, impacts of elevated temperature and vapor pressure deficit on gas exchange, and the role of stable isotopes in tracing carbon and water cycling through ecosystems. His research spans from cellular to ecosystem scales, with increasing attention to practical applications for forest management and climate change mitigation. WSL Fellow, Swiss Federal Research Institute for Forests, Snow and Landscapes (2022) Make Our Planet Great Again Laureate, Campus France (2018) Charles Darwin University Vice-Chancellor's Award for Exceptional Performance in Research (2010) Professor Cernusak actively mentors PhD students, currently supervising research on functional variation of plants along elevation gradients in Papua New Guinea and biogeographic perspectives of invasive weeds under climate change. His extensive grant portfolio includes significant projects such as 'Do tropical conifers differ fundamentally from angiosperms in CO2 response?' (2025-2027), 'Australian tropical rainforests in the face of climate change' (2024-2026), and 'Northern Australia Plant Biosecurity Facility' (2024-2025), reflecting his leadership in climate change ecology and tropical forest research. Professor Cernusak leads a vibrant research group focused on plant ecophysiology and stable isotope applications. His team collaborates with international researchers and institutions to address critical questions about tropical forest responses to climate change. The group's work combines field measurements in tropical ecosystems with advanced laboratory analyses, particularly using stable isotope techniques to trace carbon and water movement through plants and ecosystems.

• Movement Ecology
• Collective Animal Behavior
• Insect Ecology
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Dr. Camille Buhl is a Senior Lecturer in Plant Protection at the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine within the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology at the University of Adelaide. Her work focuses on understanding insect movement and collective behavior through interdisciplinary approaches combining experimental biology, computational modeling, and robotics. Research Interests: Buhl's research explores movement ecology, collective animal behavior, and their applications to agriculture and pest control. Key areas include locust collective movement modeling, termite nest construction mechanisms, and social insect nutrition dynamics. She employs cutting-edge technologies like drones, radar tracking, and machine learning for field monitoring. Current Projects: Her team develops robotic systems for pest detection, simulates locust band migrations using CUDA-based models, and investigates termite nest architecture evolution through computed tomography and mathematical biology. Collaborations include the Plant Accelerator, SARDI Entomology, and ECMS researchers. Grants & Supervision: Buhl is eligible to supervise Masters and PhD candidates focusing on animal behavior, computational ecology, and AgTech applications. Her work bridges ecological theory with practical agricultural solutions, emphasizing sustainable pest management strategies. Labs & Facilities: Active in the University of Adelaide's AgTech ecosystem, she utilizes advanced robotics labs and field stations for experimental work. Her research integrates field robotics, mathematical modeling, and nutritional ecology to address global challenges in sustainable agriculture.