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Jan KretinskyView profile

Professor

• Verification
• Synthesis
• Probabilistic Model Checking
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Jan Kretinsky is a full professor at the Faculty of Informatics, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic, and holds an affiliated professorship at the Chair for Foundations of Software Reliability and Theoretical Computer Science at Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany. He specializes in formal methods, focusing on verification and synthesis of probabilistic systems, applications of machine learning in verification, and explainable AI. His research bridges theoretical foundations with practical tools, including the Automata Tutor teaching platform and the Rabinizer tool for LTL-to-automata translation. Education: PhD from TU Munich (advisor: Javier Esparza) and Masaryk University (advisor: Antonín Kučera), both with distinction. Previously an IST Fellow at IST Austria and a tenure-track assistant professor at TUM. Research interests span verification of neural networks, probabilistic model checking, temporal logics, and automata theory. He leads the LiVe Lab and collaborates on EU projects like the ERC grant InOVationCS. Active in organizing workshops (LiVe series, Dagstuhl seminars) and serves on program committees for conferences like CONCUR, LICS, and TACAS. Teaching includes courses on complexity, automata theory, and quantitative verification at both institutions. Supervised numerous PhD and master's students, with notable projects in decision tree controllers, runtime monitoring, and attack-defense analysis. Key grants include DFG projects (e.g., GOPro, ConVeY) and EU initiatives. Tools developed: Automata Tutor, Rabinizer series, dtControl, SeQuaiA, and QUADTool. Research highlights include PAC guarantees for MDPs, semantic abstraction for motion planning, and formal methods for cybersecurity.

• Soil Conservation
• Erosion Control
• Environmental Protection
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Dr. Snežana Belanović Simić is a Full Professor at the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Forestry, specializing in Erosion and Conservation of Soil and Water. She holds a Doctorate in Forestry (2007) and has completed postdoctoral research at The James Hutton Institute (UK). Her teaching spans undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, covering subjects like Soil Conservation, Land Reclamation, and Phytoremediation. Education: Bachelor's: Forestry (1995), University of Belgrade Master's: Environmental Protection (2000) PhD: Soil Ecology (2007) Research Interests: Soil quality and degradation Erosion modeling and mitigation Phytoremediation strategies Land use sustainability Her research focuses on environmental risk assessment, heavy metal contamination, and ecosystem restoration in degraded areas. Over 20 scientific papers and 2 textbooks highlight her contributions. She leads the Soil Quality Monitoring Laboratory at the Faculty of Forestry and serves in academic committees. Recent work includes studies on wind erosion sensitivity in Vojvodina and ecological risk assessment near mining sites. Her projects integrate GIS, remote sensing, and field data to address land degradation challenges.

Slobodan MilanovićView profile

Professor

• Forest entomology
• Forest protection
• Insect-host interactions
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Prof. Slobodan Milanović is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Forestry, University of Belgrade, specializing in forest protection and entomology. He holds a PhD in Forestry from the same institution (2011) and has over two decades of academic experience, progressing from researcher to Full Professor. His professional roles include: Full Professor (2022–present) Associate Professor (2018–2022) Research Assistant at Mendel University, Czech Republic (2015–present) Research focuses on insect-plant interactions, forest pathogens, and fire management. Key contributions include studies on Lymantria dispar (gypsy moth) behavior, Phytophthora pathogen impacts, and forest fire modeling. Teaching responsibilities span undergraduate and graduate programs in forest protection and fire ecology. Collaborations include international projects like the Phytophthora Research Centre (Czech Republic) and EU-funded initiatives. Recent work emphasizes climate change effects on forest ecosystems, machine learning applications in fire risk assessment, and biopolymer-based pest control solutions. Grants and projects include Serbian Ministry of Science funding and multilateral Danube Region programs.

Elizabeth McCartyView profile

Associate Professor

• Forest Biology
• Forestry
• Insect Pest Management
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Dr. Elizabeth McCarty is an Associate Professor and Forest Health Specialist at the University of Georgia, affiliated with the Department of Entomology. Her work focuses on forest entomology, pest management, and environmental risk assessment. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee (2016), an M.S. from the University of South Alabama (2006), and a B.S. from the University of Mobile (2002). Education: Ph.D. (2016), M.S. (2006), B.S. (2002) Her research emphasizes pine pest management (Nantucket pine tip moth, hemlock woolly adelgid), pesticide environmental impacts, and aquatic insect ecology. Recent work explores climate-driven shifts in pest phenology and systemic insecticide effects on pollinators like Osmia lignaria. Key publications include studies on pine disease mycobiomes (2024), longleaf pine arthropod communities (2024), and imidacloprid's ecological risks in forest systems (2017–2020). She collaborates with the UGA Forest Health Lab and Southern Pine Health Research Cooperative.

Damir UgarkovićView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate Analysis
• Forest Ecology
• Microclimate in Forest Ecosystems
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Damir Ugarković is an Associate Professor at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Forestry, Department of Wood Technology. He specializes in climate analysis, forest ecology, and microclimate dynamics. His research focuses on tree mortality, soil microbiology, and water relations in forest ecosystems. He teaches courses such as Forest Ecology, Ecological Monitoring, and General and Landscape Ecology. Dr. Ugarković's professional experience spans over 20 years at the University of Zagreb. His work includes studies on climate extremes impacting Mediterranean forests, microclimate in brown bear dens, and drought effects in protected areas like Plitvice Lakes National Park. His recent articles emphasize climate-driven changes in forest health and management strategies for urban and natural ecosystems. Key research interests include analyzing habitat factors influencing tree survival, monitoring ecological changes in Croatian forests, and applying hydrological and meteorological methods to assess environmental stressors. His interdisciplinary approach bridges forestry, climatology, and wildlife ecology.

Stjepan PosavecView profile

Professor

• Forestry Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Forest Management
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Full Professor Stjepan Posavec is affiliated with the University of Zagreb’s Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, Department of Wood Technology. His career includes roles as research assistant (2005–2009), assistant professor (2009–2013), associate professor (2013–2019), and full professor since 2019. He has held professional roles in companies like EXPORTDRVO dd (1994–1995) and HRVATSKE ŠUME D.O.O. (1997–present). His research focuses on forestry economics, environmental economics, and non-wood forest products, with particular emphasis on sustainable management, fire prevention, and ecotourism. Research interests include economic analysis of forest management strategies, certification of non-wood products, and socio-economic challenges in forestry. He has contributed to studies on urban forestry in Zagreb, carbon storage in Croatian ecosystems, and fire protection policies in karst regions. Over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2011 reflect his interdisciplinary approach, combining economic modeling with ecological and policy analyses. Advocates for integrating economic viability with environmental stewardship, his work bridges academic research and practical forestry applications. He collaborates internationally on projects like PESFOR-W and FACESMAP, addressing cross-border forestry challenges in Southeast Europe.

Matej DurcikView profile

Researcher

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Database Systems
• Geo-spatial Modeling
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Matej Durcik is a researcher at the University of Arizona's Department of Hydrology and Water Resources, affiliated with Biosphere 2 and the Critical Zone Observatory initiatives. He holds advanced degrees in information sciences (University of Pittsburgh) and nuclear physics (Comenius University, Slovakia). His career spans over three decades, encompassing roles at institutions including the Hydrologic Synthesis Project, SAHRA center, and National Metrological Centre for Radon Quantities. Education: M.S. Information Science, University of Pittsburgh Ph.D. Nuclear and Sub-Nuclear Dosimetry, Comenius University M.S. Nuclear Physics, Comenius University Research Interests: Focus areas include hydrological modeling, geospatial technologies, environmental data management, and radiation monitoring. His work integrates advanced sensors and geodatabases to study landscape evolution, water storage dynamics, and climate impacts in semi-arid regions. Key Contributions: Co-developed the Landscape Evolution Observatory (LEO) at Biosphere 2, led hydrological modeling efforts for the Colorado River Basin, and pioneered methods for distributed hydrologic parameter identification. His research spans critical zone science, streamflow forecasting systems, and environmental radiation monitoring. Projects: Catalina-Jemez Critical Zone Observatory, Multi-model Streamflow Forecasting Platform, and radiation exposure assessment in Slovak schools. His work emphasizes data-driven approaches to address water resource challenges and environmental health risks.

Gaurav SinhaView profile

Associate Professor

• Geographic Information Science (GISc)
• Geospatial Ontology
• Terrain Analysis
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Gaurav Sinha is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at Ohio University, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD in Geography from the University at Buffalo, SUNY, and a B.Sc. in Geological Sciences from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. His academic work is deeply rooted in Geographic Information Science (GISc), where he contributes as a researcher, educator, and curriculum leader. B.Sc., Geological Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, India (1996–1999) M.A., Geography, University at Buffalo–SUNY (2000–2005) Ph.D., Geography, University at Buffalo–SUNY (2000–2007) His research centers on geospatial ontologies, terrain analysis, and the cognitive and computational representation of geographic information. He investigates how landscapes are conceptualized and modeled, particularly through topographic ontologies and semantic frameworks for landforms and surface water. His interdisciplinary work spans environmental science, education, public health, and urban policy. The publications he has authored or co-authored reflect a strong trend in foundational GIScience, with emphasis on semantic modeling, spatial reasoning, and participatory methods. His recent work advances the automated extraction of terrain features using ontologies, integrates GIS into K–12 education, and applies geospatial analysis to issues like media deserts and transportation safety. Co-PI, Media Deserts Research Project, Democracy Fund/Duke University ($25,000) Co-PI, Tree Canopy Impact on Pavement, Ohio DOT/FHWA ($72,803) Co-PI, Mathematical Modeling and Spatial Reasoning (Modspar), Ohio Department of Higher Education ($175,598) Co-PI, Participatory GIS in Northern Tanzania, NSF ($571,859) He teaches core GIS courses including Introduction to GIS, Principles of GIS, Advanced Spatial Analysis, and a graduate seminar in GIScience. He also directs both the undergraduate and graduate GIS certificate programs at Ohio University, shaping curriculum and mentoring students. His collaborations extend across departments and institutions, involving researchers from geography, education, civil engineering, journalism, and the USGS.

• Financial Economics
• Accounting
• Corporate Taxation
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Dr. Julian Martinez Vargas is a Professor in the Department of Accountancy at the Faculty of Economics , Universitat de València. His research focuses on Financial Economics and Accounting , with particular emphasis on corporate income tax accounting, business failure prediction, and cooperative enterprise analysis. PhD in Accountancy from Universitat de València (2005) Specializes in empirical analysis of tax effects in financial statements Develops predictive models using machine learning (XGBoost, GBM) Explores fiscal pressure in cooperative enterprises across regions and industries Recent research trends include: Applying advanced algorithms to financial risk assessment Comparative studies of international stock market indices Analyzing tax treatment of subsidies and donations Investigating financial dynamics in post-conflict regions

• Forest Ecology
• Climate Change
• Biodiversity Conservation
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Natalia Tejedor Garavito is a researcher at Bournemouth University's School of Applied Sciences. Her work focuses on forest ecology, particularly the impact of climate change on montane forests and extinction risk assessment for tree species in the tropical Andes. Member of the British Ecological Society Member of the IUCN SSC Global Tree Specialist Group Her research utilizes species potential distribution modeling and IUCN Red List criteria to evaluate conservation priorities. Publications include studies on climate change effects in the tropical Andes, cost-effectiveness of dryland forest restoration, and landscape-scale ecological modeling. Current projects align with biodiversity conservation in high-altitude ecosystems, integrating climate change scenarios and spatial analysis of ecosystem services to inform conservation policy.

Bhaskar KumarView profile

Professor

• Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
• Oesophagogastric Malignancy
• Microbiome
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Bhaskar Kumar is an Honorary Professor at Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia , and a Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal and Laparoscopic Surgeon at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital since 2015. His career spans clinical practice, research, and education, with a focus on oesophagogastric cancer, microbiome studies, and benign biliary diseases. Qualified from University of Leeds Medical School (MBChB) Doctorate in Medicine (MD) from University of Leeds Higher Surgical Training in Yorkshire and North East England Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery under Prof. David Watson at Flinders Medical Centre, Australia Research Interests : Exploration of the upper gastrointestinal microbiome , oesophagogastric malignancy , and benign biliary diseases , with international collaborations including the Quadram Institute and Flinders Medical Centre. Academic Contributions : Co-authored a leading FRCS general surgery textbook , developed clinical guidelines for postoperative risk prediction, and pioneered endoluminal vacuum therapy for anastomotic leaks. Leadership & Education : Serves as Secondary Care Lead in Surgery and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery SSS Lead at Norwich Medical School. Supervises Academic Clinical Fellows , MRes , and Academic Foundation Programme doctors. Collaborations with Prof. Mark Pallen (Quadram Institute) Active in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education Member of Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery of GB and Ireland Involved in International Society for the Study of Pleura & Peritoneum

• Wood Technology
• Renewable Resources
• Biocomposites
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Dipl.-Ing. Dr. Axel Maximilian Solt-Rindler is a researcher at the Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources, Department of Agricultural Sciences, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna. Based at Konrad Lorenz-Straße 24, Tulln an der Donau, his work focuses on wood-based composites, dimensional stability, adhesive interactions, and thermal properties of wood. He has published extensively on topics including bioinsulated panels, pyrolysis behavior, and sustainable wood processing techniques. Current Affiliation : Institute of Wood Technology and Renewable Resources, Department of Agricultural Sciences, BOKU Vienna Research Interests : His research examines how adhesives affect multi-layered wood panels' dimensional stability, thermal conductivity changes in heat-treated wood, and innovative uses of agricultural biomass like oil palm trunk fibers. He explores chemical, mechanical, and environmental factors in wood composites, emphasizing sustainability and resource efficiency. Scientific Contributions : Recent articles highlight advancements in Lightweight cellulosic insulation (2024) Wood auto-ignition characteristics (2023-2024) Adhesive-induced warping (2017-2019) Bark-based porous materials (2023) Advisory Role : Supervised 2 master's theses, including Maximilian Wondrak's 2025 work on dust-based wood composites and Roman Meixner's 2023 research on bio-thermoplasts. Participated in 7 international conferences (2017-2023) across Austria, Canada, Netherlands, Portugal, and USA.

• Sustainable Forest Operations
• Forest Engineering
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
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Martin Kühmaier is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) , affiliated with the Institute of Forestry Engineering under the Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity . His work bridges forest engineering , sustainability metrics , and digital innovation , focusing on mitigating environmental impacts of forestry through advanced technologies. Education: PhD in Forestry, BOKU (2011) Diploma in Forestry, BOKU (2003) Research interests center on life cycle assessment (LCA) of timber supply chains, soil compaction from harvesting, and digital tools like LiDAR and RFID for forest operations. His recent studies explore the intersection of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and forestry, alongside CO2 emissions in mechanized logging. Key scientific contributions include: Advancing multi-criteria optimization for biomass logistics Systematic reviews on sustainable logging indicators Development of mobile laser scanning for forest road monitoring Awards highlight his expertise: the Stadt Wien-BOKU Research Funding Program (2013) and the Stiftung 120 Jahre BOKU Award (2008) . He has presented 53 times globally, from Austria to New Zealand, addressing challenges in steep terrain harvesting and eco-efficient forest management .

• Decision Making
• Economic Evaluation
• Environmental Impact Assessment
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Marta Carla Bottero is a Full Professor at the Interuniversity Department of Territorial Sciences, Planning and Policies (DIST) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. She serves in functions aggregated to the Pro-Rector regarding relations with government structures and is a member of the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab. Her academic focus spans decision making, economic evaluation, environmental impact assessment, and urban management. Her research interests center on multicriteria analysis, strategic environmental assessment, and sustainability assessment. She applies these methodologies to urban planning challenges, with particular emphasis on heritage conservation, energy communities, and sustainable city development. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in urban regeneration and policy development. Dr. Bottero's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable urban development, with particular attention to cultural heritage reuse, energy communities, and urban resilience. Her research integrates quantitative methods like multicriteria analysis with spatial and environmental considerations, creating innovative approaches to complex urban challenges. Her scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous awards: Outstanding paper awarded by Emerald (2021) 4th Jean Pierre Brans PROMETHEE Award presented by PROMETHEE Days, Belgium (2017) Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing awarded by European Journal of Operational Research (2017) ICCSA Best Paper Award 2014 given by ICCSA 2014, Portugal (2014) Management of Environmental Quality: Highly Commended Paper (2013) Leading JMCDA article award (2011) Best paper award at Sue-Mot conference (2009) Dr. Bottero actively supervises PhD students in the Urban and Regional Development program, with current advisees including Sebastiano Barbieri, Emanuele Dell'Oca, and Marco Volpatti. She has secured significant research funding through competitive grants including REGENERATE (2024-2027), TReE (2023-2025), and QUEST (2019-2022), as well as numerous commercial research contracts with municipal and industrial partners. She participates in multiple research teams including the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab and collaborates extensively with international institutions, having served as Visiting Researcher at Queensland University of Technology (2019) and National University of Singapore (2017).

• Radiocarbon Dating
• Environmental Radioactivity
• Isotope Geochemistry
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Marta Richtáriková is a researcher at the Department of Nuclear Physics and Biophysics within the Faculty of Mathematics, Physics and Informatics at Comenius University , Slovakia, where she has been affiliated since 1989. Her work focuses on radiocarbon sample preparation and analysis for climate change and environmental studies. PhD in Analytical Chemistry (1984), Faculty of Natural Sciences, Comenius University Her research spans radiocarbon dating , atmospheric CO2 monitoring , and isotope hydrology , with significant contributions to nuclear power plant impact assessments and cosmic radiation studies . Recent projects include isotope analysis of meteorites and environmental radionuclide monitoring under IAEA grants. Key publication trends involve AMS (Accelerator Mass Spectrometry) , groundwater tracers , and nuclear process investigations , reflecting her expertise in environmental radioactivity and isotope geochemistry. She collaborates on international projects and has contributed to tree-ring radiocarbon records and thermal water dating . Her laboratory work includes optimizing ion sources and target preparation for AMS/IBA facilities, enhancing Slovakia's capacity for nuclear and environmental research. She employs techniques like gas proportional counting and IRMS spectrometry for carbon and cesium isotope analysis.