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• Wood building technology
• Structural health monitoring (SHM)
• Cross-laminated timber (CLT)
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Michael Dorn is an Associate Professor at Linnaeus University's Department of Building Technology since 2016, with research focusing on wood products , timber connections , and structural health monitoring . He holds a PhD from Vienna University of Technology and has led projects like Biobaserade skivmaterial within Framtidens byggande och boende , while coordinating the Competitive CLT initiative. Research Focus His work spans experimental and numerical analysis of timber-glass composites , CLT elements , and moisture/temperature monitoring systems in buildings. Key themes include load distribution , dowel connection mechanics , and carbon footprint reduction in wood construction. Publications & Projects Recent outputs address dynamic testing of timber buildings, hybrid structural evaluation , and environmental effects on CLT . Active projects include House Charlie (Växjö timber office building) and House Limnologen (CLT apartment structures). Teaching & Leadership Teaches steel/timber construction , structural analysis , and project courses . Serves as program coordinator for bachelor's engineering programs and internationalization coordinator . Supervises thesis works and develops structural health monitoring curricula.

Marcus MäderView profile

Researcher

• Aeroacoustics
• Numerical Mechanics
• Room Acoustics
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Dr. Marcus Mäder is a Researcher at the Chair of Vibroacoustics of Vehicles and Machines within the Department of Engineering Physics and Computation at the Technical University of Munich . He specializes in aeroacoustics, numerical mechanics, and machine learning applications in acoustics, with a focus on source identification, acoustic metamaterials, and uncertainty quantification. His work bridges experimental and computational approaches in vibroacoustics. Research Topics: Aeroacoustics Acoustic Metamaterials Machine Learning in Engineering Experimental Vibroacoustics Uncertainty Quantification Fluid-Structure Interaction Recent Publications highlight advancements in neural network-driven object classification, energy harvesting from coupled systems, and physics-informed modeling for acoustic boundary conditions. His collaborations span interdisciplinary projects in automotive noise reduction, structural dynamics, and metamaterial design. Teaching Contributions: Experimental Vibroacoustics Machine Learning in Computational Engineering Mechanics Industrial Applications of Vibroacoustics

• Plant Evolutionary Biology
• Molecular Ecology
• Conservation Genetics
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Dr. Steven Janssens is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biology , KU Leuven , where he leads and co-leads research projects in plant evolutionary biology, conservation genetics, and genomics. His work spans molecular ecology, climate-resilient agriculture, and forensic botany. Research Focus : Phylogenomics, species delimitation, energy sensing systems in plants, and climate-smart crop production. Projects : Includes "Reconstructing Evolution of the Plant Energy Sensing System" (2025–2028) and "Genomic barcoding to trace illegally logged African trees" (2018–2024). Key Collaborations : Partnered with institutions across Europe, Africa, and Asia on biodiversity monitoring and crop improvement. Publications highlight his expertise in resolving taxonomic controversies (e.g., Impatiens, Galianthe) and advancing DNA-based identification tools for economically significant species like Coffea and Pterocarpus . He also co-supervises PhD students in molecular biodiversity studies.

Michael Kevin HamedView profile

Associate Professor

• Herpetology
• Wildlife Ecology
• Conservation Biology
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Michael Kevin Hamed is a Collegiate Associate Professor at the Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation, College of Natural Resources and Environment, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. His research focuses on anthropogenic impacts on Southern Appalachian vertebrates, particularly herpetofauna, and utilizes advanced technologies like RFID and PIT tags to inform conservation strategies. Education: B.S. from Tennessee Technological University (1995), M.S. from East Tennessee State University (2001), Ph.D. from University of Tennessee (2014) Dr. Hamed's research integrates ecological monitoring, spatial analysis, and conservation technology to address wildlife management challenges. His work includes: Mitigating road mortality for marbled and spotted salamanders using ecopassages Long-term studies on four-toed salamander nesting ecology and site fidelity Investigating arboreal habitat use in green salamanders through detection models His publications cover salamander conservation, ranavirus impacts, habitat modification effects, and innovative wildlife monitoring techniques. Collaborations with Tennessee Valley Authority and UVA-Wise enhance practical applications of his research for forest management and biodiversity protection.

• Structural Engineering
• Masonry Structures
• FRP Strengthening
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Professor Mark Masia is a faculty member in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle, specializing in structural engineering and masonry systems. He holds a PhD from the University of Newcastle, with research focused on masonry structural behavior, FRP strengthening, and seismic retrofitting. His career spans over two decades, including roles as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and Professor at the University of Newcastle. Research interests include experimental and numerical modeling of unreinforced masonry (URM) structures, FRP-strengthened masonry, and the development of design methods for URM. Teaching expertise covers statics, structural mechanics, and design of masonry, concrete, and timber structures. Administrative roles include Program Convenor for Civil Engineering and leadership in academic committees. Key Contributions: Development of semi-interlocking masonry systems for improved seismic performance. Investigations into corrosion effects on masonry wall ties and durability enhancement. Advancements in probabilistic modeling and reliability assessment of masonry structures. Publications span over 100 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on masonry mechanics, material characterization, and structural safety. His work bridges experimental testing, numerical analysis, and practical engineering applications.

• Early American Decorative Arts
• American Furniture
• Material Culture
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Philip D Zimmerman serves as Visiting Scholar of History at Franklin & Marshall College, bringing decades of expertise in early American decorative arts and material culture. A former Senior Curator at Winterthur Museum and consultant for major institutions like the New-York Historical Society, he bridges academic research with practical museum stewardship through publications, teaching, and preservation advocacy. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in American and New England Studies, Boston University (1985) M.A. in Early American Culture, Winterthur Program/University of Delaware (1980) B.A. in Philosophy, Yale University (1972) Zimmerman's research centers on two interconnected domains: the material world of early American furniture—particularly Philadelphia cabinetmaker William Savery and the Historic Odessa Foundation collections—and the cultural significance of William Rush's 1790 Indian figurehead. His methodology combines rigorous object analysis with social history, revealing how furniture reflects identity, trade networks, and craftsmanship across colonial and federal America. This approach has reshaped understanding of regional styles, maker's marks, and transatlantic influences in decorative arts. His 15 most recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on furniture chronology, regional variations, and attribution challenges. Key trends include deepening analysis of Philadelphia craftsmanship, expanding study of ethnic influences like Swedish-American traditions, and innovative dating methodologies for furniture labels and forms. The work increasingly connects objects to broader historical narratives of community, trade, and cultural exchange. Zimmerman's professional impact extends beyond publications through significant preservation roles: as Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission commissioner (2016-2023), trustee of Preservation Pennsylvania (until 2020), and advisor during critical institutional transitions like the New-York Historical Society's financial stabilization. His NEH-funded exhibition development at Winterthur underscores sustained engagement with public history.

• Fish Habitat Ecology
• Landscape Disturbance Effects
• Aquatic Community Dynamics
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Dr. Rob Mackereth is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biology at Lakehead University, affiliated with the Centre for Northern Forest Ecosystem Research (CNFER) and the Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Mining & Exploration. His research focuses on understanding how landscape disturbances such as timber harvesting and forest fires impact stream aquatic communities, particularly brook char and their habitats. He holds academic qualifications including a HBSc and MSc from the University of Western Ontario and a PhD from the University of Guelph. His research interests encompass fish habitat ecology, landscape disturbance effects on aquatic ecosystems, and conservation strategies for coldwater stream species. His work integrates field studies with molecular and hydrological approaches to address environmental challenges. Dr. Mackereth’s publications span topics including forest ecosystem dynamics, fish behavior, genetic tracking of populations, and microbial interactions. He maintains active collaborations through CNFER and contributes to sustainability initiatives in mining and exploration contexts.

• Forest Engineering
• Remote Sensing
• Digital Transformation in Forestry
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Christoph Gollob is a researcher at the Institute of Forest Growth within the Department for Economics and Social Sciences at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna . His work focuses on integrating advanced technologies like LiDAR and personal laser scanning (PLS) into forestry operations for improved inventory, monitoring, and safety. Gollob leads projects such as Digitization of round wood measurements along the forestry/wood value chain using laser scanning (2024–2027) and contributes to subprojects like Lidar based forest monitoring and harvesting planning (2023–2026). Research Interests: Digital transformation in forestry, remote sensing, forest engineering, tree species classification, and sustainable forest management. Projects: 3 active or completed research projects funded by Austrian federal ministries and the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG). Advising: Supervised 13 theses (7 master’s, 6 diploma) related to laser scanning applications, timber measurement, and forest safety. Media Appearances: 16 media mentions (print, web) discussing digital forestry solutions, including interviews and public outreach on forest monitoring and safety. Presentations: 78 lectures across 10 countries (Austria, USA, Italy, Germany, etc.), with keynotes on digital forestry and human-centered AI. Publications: 106 publications, including high-impact journal articles and conference proceedings on LiDAR, forest inventory, and smart sensor systems.

Eric T. JonesView profile

Assistant Professor

• Nontimber Forest Products
• Ethnobotany
• Cultural Mapping
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Eric T. Jones serves as Assistant Professor of Practice in the Forest Ecosystems and Society Department at Oregon State University. He teaches graduate courses on human dimensions of sustainable natural resource management, focusing on nontimber forest products, cultural traditions, and ecological systems. Jones leads interdisciplinary research on maple sugaring in the Pacific Northwest, collaborating with small agricultural businesses. His research portfolio includes agroforestry, resource stewardship, traditional ecological knowledge, community-based natural resource management, and sensory evaluation of wild foods. He advises graduate students Elizabeth Davis and Doliah Francis. His work integrates anthropological methods with practical applications in forest management and sustainable harvesting practices, emphasizing community engagement and cultural preservation.

• Conservation Biology
• Biodiversity Protection
• Environmental Policy
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Ben Earle is a Contract Instructor at the Faculty of Engineering and Design, Carleton University. His research focuses on conservation biology, biodiversity protection, and environmental policy, with an emphasis on systematic conservation planning, ecological connectivity, and freshwater ecosystems. He actively explores the integration of community science data into conservation decision-making and evaluates the effectiveness of conservation actions for imperiled species. Key research interests include the impacts of climate change on species distribution, the role of cities in biodiversity conservation, and the challenges in assessing environmental governance systems. He has contributed to developing the prioritizr R package for conservation prioritization and emphasized the importance of participatory science in bridging knowledge-action gaps. His work consistently highlights emerging threats to Arctic biodiversity, the optimization of ecological surveys, and the need for evidence-based policy frameworks. He advocates for interdisciplinary approaches that combine spatial analysis, policy evaluation, and stakeholder engagement to address biodiversity loss and habitat fragmentation challenges.

• Ecological Acoustic Monitoring
• Big Data Analysis
• Software Engineering
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Adjunct Professor Paul Roe is affiliated with the School of Computer Science in QUT's Faculty of Science. He holds a PhD from the University of Glasgow and an MEng from the University of York. His research focuses on interdisciplinary projects such as ecological acoustic monitoring, big data analysis, and Aboriginal communication systems. He leads the Microsoft-QUT eResearch Centre, a collaboration advancing tools for environmental research. Professor Roe has published over 200 papers, secured $10M+ in research funding, and supervised 21 PhD students. His work includes creating the world's first acoustic observatory (www.acousticobservatory.org) to monitor biodiversity via soundscapes. Education: MEng (Hons) in Engineering, University of York (1987) PhD in Computer Science, University of Glasgow (1991) Research Interests: Ecological Acoustic Monitoring Big Data & Machine Learning Indigenous Community Technologies Grants: Over $10M in competitive funding, with 50% in Category One research. Collaborations include Microsoft, Telstra, and Aboriginal organizations like the Anindilyakwa Land Council. Labs: Microsoft-QUT eResearch Centre, Australian Acoustic Observatory.

• Structural Dynamics
• Railway Structural Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
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Anders Rønnquist is a Professor and Head of the Department of Structural Engineering at NTNU’s Faculty of Engineering Science. His research focuses on structural dynamics, railway systems, and bridge engineering. He leads projects on structural health monitoring, wind engineering, and architectural collaboration in structural design. Key collaborations include work with KTH Stockholm, Vilnius University, and the University of Porto. He teaches courses such as Structural Dynamics, Steel Structures II, and Railway Catenary Systems. His work integrates advanced sensor technologies, machine learning, and probabilistic methods to address challenges in infrastructure longevity and safety. Research interests span structural monitoring, overhead contact line dynamics, and reliability assessments. Notable contributions include the development of Kalman filter-based systems for crosswind load identification and shape grammar approaches for architectural-structural design integration. His team has pioneered non-contact measurement techniques using digital image correlation and advanced neural networks for bridge rivet inspection. Publications highlight innovations in railway catenary optimization, timber structure dynamics, and probabilistic fatigue analysis. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, bridging engineering and architectural disciplines to enhance sustainable infrastructure solutions.

• Structural Mechanics
• Structural Topology
• Kinematically Indeterminate Structures
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András Lengyel is an Associate Professor in the Department of Structural Mechanics at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) , Faculty of Civil Engineering. His expertise lies in structural mechanics, topology, and discrete geometry, with a strong focus on timber mechanics, composite reinforcement, and biomechanical modeling. Education: MSc in Civil Engineering , Technical University of Budapest (1999) PhD , University of Oxford (2003) Research Interests: Dr. Lengyel’s research spans structural topology optimization , kinematically indeterminate structures , and discrete geometry . He has extensively studied timber mechanics , including the effects of knots and cracks on structural integrity. His work also involves composite materials , particularly CFRP and GFRP reinforcement of timber beams. Additionally, he has contributed to biomechanical modeling , such as the mechanical behavior of brain aneurysms using hyperelastic materials. Recent Publications: His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on experimental and numerical analysis of aged timber beams , composite reinforcement , and polyhedral geometry . Notable works include studies on CFRP-strengthened timber beams , failure mechanisms due to knots , and optimization of polyhedral structures . Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with the Department of Structural Mechanics at BME, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate education, as well as research supervision in structural analysis and mechanics.

Philippe GiguèreView profile

Associate Professor

• Mobile Robotics
• Deep Learning
• Computer Vision
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Philippe Giguère is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Laval University. His research focuses on mobile robotics , sensor fusion , and deep learning for autonomous systems in challenging environments (forests, underwater, harsh weather). He leads projects in 3D localization, terrain identification, and robotic perception. Labs : Norlab, DAMAS Affiliations : Centre de recherche en robotique, vision et intelligence machine (CerVIM), Institut Intelligence et Données (IID), CRDM (Big Data Center) His teaching includes courses on deep learning and mobile robotics . Publications cover SLAM , sensor calibration , and autonomous navigation . He works with MATLAB, Python, and ROS frameworks.

• Geographic Information Systems in Forestry
• Forest Growth and Yield Modeling
• Dendrometry
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Prof. Turan SÖNMEZ serves as a faculty member in the Department of Forest Engineering within the Faculty of Forestry at Bursa Technical University. His expertise spans Geographic Information Systems in Forestry, Forest Growth Models, Forest Yield, and Dendrometry, with active contributions to forest management practices in Türkiye's Mediterranean and Marmara regions. His research focuses on developing advanced forest growth and yield models for species like Calabrian pine and Turkey oak, integrating Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing technologies for precision forest monitoring. Key areas include UAV-based inventory systems, land-cover change analysis using elevation and settlement proximity metrics, and honey forest potential mapping. His methodological innovations in competition index development and single/double-entry volume equations have enhanced forest management planning accuracy. Prof. SÖNMEZ's publication record shows consistent output over 15+ years, with 31 articles accumulating 242 citations and an H-index of 8. Recent work demonstrates increasing integration of deep learning (e.g., U-Net architectures) with traditional forestry techniques, particularly in Istanbul and Bursa forest directorates. His research bridges theoretical modeling and practical forest management applications across Mediterranean ecosystems. His academic service includes developing spatial databases for forest management plans and contributing to national standards for forest inventory methodologies in Türkiye.