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Rafael ZieglerView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Ethics
• Sustainability Science
• Innovation and Society
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Rafael Ziegler is an Associate Professor at HEC Montréal , specializing in the Department of Management . He holds a PhD in Philosophy from McGill University and a BSc in Philosophy and Economics from the London School of Economics. Director of the Alphonse-et-Dorimène-Desjardins International Institute of Cooperatives Regular Member, Ethics Research Center, Ethics and Economics Axis Associate Editor, Journal of Human Development and Capabilities and Journal of Social Entrepreneurship His research spans Environmental Ethics , Sustainability Science , and Innovation and Society , with a focus on cooperatives, circular economy, and paludiculture. Recent publications analyze foresight in Kantian philosophy, social innovation for biodiversity, and ethical dimensions of market creation/destruction. Key trends in his 15 most recent articles include Democratic governance in circular economy Climate-resilient land use Participatory methods in urban planning Ethical frameworks for innovation Integrating social and ecological research Global cooperative models Scientific Awards: Trophées Francophones des Campus Responsables, 2022 International Green Gown Awards, 2022 Over the past five years, Ziegler has advised 28 Master’s students on topics ranging from urban climate resilience to responsible procurement , often co-directing projects with international colleagues. His work bridges theory and practice through collaborations like the Global Paludiculture Survey and Quebec Cooperative-Circular Economy Study .

Keith B. HallView profile

Professor

• Energy Law
• Oil and Gas Law
• Mineral Law
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Keith B. Hall is the Nesser Family Chair in Energy Law, Campanile Charities Professor of Energy Law, and John P. Laborde Endowed Professor at Louisiana State University's Paul M. Hebert Law Center. He directs both the John P. Laborde Energy Law Center and Mineral Law Institute while teaching Mineral Rights, International Petroleum Transactions, Energy Law & Regulation, and Civil Law Property courses. His educational foundation includes: J.D., 1996, Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans B.S. (Chemical Engineering), 1985, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge Professor Hall's research centers on Energy Law with deep expertise in Oil and Gas Regulation, Mineral Rights, and Hydraulic Fracturing impacts. His work addresses critical intersections of property law and energy development, particularly subsurface trespass issues and induced seismicity. Recent scholarship increasingly focuses on Carbon Capture and Storage legal frameworks and produced water management challenges within Louisiana's unique civil law context. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2018-2023) reveals three dominant trends: annual comprehensive surveys of Louisiana oil/gas case law, growing emphasis on carbon management legal structures, and sustained international comparative analysis of petroleum transactions. His work bridges doctrinal energy law with practical regulatory implementation. Professor Hall actively shapes energy policy through multiple leadership roles: Editor-in-Chief of Institute for Energy Law’s Oil & Gas E-Report (2018–present) Trustee for Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law Board Member of Energy & Mineral Law Foundation Member of Louisiana legislative task forces on carbon capture and emerging energy industries As director of two major research centers, he oversees initiatives that connect academic scholarship with industry practice through conferences, publications, and policy engagement. The Energy Law Center and Mineral Law Institute serve as hubs for training future energy lawyers and developing innovative regulatory approaches for Louisiana's energy sector.

Marisa Isabel Silva CesárioView profile

Assistant Professor

• Tourism
• Innovation
• Economic Geography
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Marisa Isabel Silva Cesário is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Economics, University of Algarve, where she teaches microeconomics and regional development across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. She directs the Master in Tourism Economics and Regional Development and serves as an integrated researcher at CInturs (Research Center for Tourism, Sustainability, and Wellbeing). Her academic journey includes a PhD in Economics (2010, University of Algarve) focusing on technological changes in labor-intensive sectors, an MSc in Economic and Business Sciences (2003), and a BSc in Economics (1998), all from the University of Algarve. She earned her Habilitation Title in 2024. Professor Cesário's research centers on tourism innovation and regional development dynamics. She examines how economic crises impact tourist behavior, the role of design in strategic innovation, and sustainable tourism models for Mediterranean regions. Her work combines economic geography with empirical analysis of Portuguese case studies, revealing how local capabilities sustain labor-intensive industries in globalized markets. Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate interdisciplinary convergence across tourism economics, innovation management, and sustainable development. Key trends include analyzing certification systems for innovation management, cultural tourism's community impacts, and behavioral drivers of tourist loyalty during economic volatility. Best PhD Thesis Award 2012 (for thesis completed in 2010) She actively supervises doctoral research on global tourism dynamics while securing significant EU funding through projects like INCULTUM (H2020) and finMED. Her leadership in CInturs fosters collaborative research on tourism sustainability, connecting academic insights with regional development practice across European networks. As an integrated member of CInturs, Professor Cesário contributes to a vibrant research ecosystem focused on wellbeing-centered tourism development, with particular emphasis on Mediterranean coastal regions and community-based heritage conservation.

Felix GiesaView profile

Lecturer

• Process Engineering
• Filter Technology
• Evolutionary Algorithms
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Felix Giesa serves as a Temporary Lecturer at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences within the Department of Applied Biosciences and Process Engineering. Based at the Köthen campus in Building 02 (Grünes Gebäude), Room -1.03, he contributes to both teaching and research activities at the university. His research focuses on the optimization of filter media structures using evolutionary algorithms, with particular emphasis on porosity gradient optimization to improve energy efficiency in filtration processes. Giesa's work bridges computational methods with practical engineering applications, developing approaches that balance separation efficiency with reduced energy consumption. His recent publication in Materials Today (2024) demonstrates significant advancements in filter media design, achieving up to 30% higher quality factors through optimized porosity gradients. The research employs computationally efficient 1D simulation methods coupled with evolutionary algorithms, making the optimization process practical for real-world implementation on standard computing hardware. Giesa's work has direct applications in industrial filtration systems where energy consumption represents a major operational cost. His methodology provides a framework for optimizing filter media structures that can be extended to various filtration applications including water treatment, air purification, and industrial process filtration. As a scientific staff member and lecturer, Giesa contributes to the educational mission of the Department of Applied Biosciences and Process Engineering while advancing research in computational optimization of engineering systems.

• Green Chemistry
• Sustainable Chemical Processes
• Biomass Valorization
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Massimo Migliori serves as Associate Professor in Industrial and Technological Chemistry at the University of Calabria's Department of Environmental Engineering (DIAm), where he leads research in sustainable chemical processes and green chemistry. His institutional roles include membership in ANVUR's national evaluation body (GEV09) and prior service on the University Academic Senate (2012-2021). Research focuses on biomass valorization through supercritical water gasification, nanomaterial development for bio-fuel production, biogas purification via membrane separation, and waste plastic upcycling . Key methodologies integrate pilot-scale process engineering with nanomaterials characterization, emphasizing circular economy applications. His work targets industrial implementation through strong industry partnerships. Recent publications (2024-2026) demonstrate concentrated expertise in zeolite catalysis for biomass conversion, with 60% of output addressing acidity control in ZSM-5 for olefin production and biogas upgrading. Trends show increasing integration of techno-economic analysis using industrial data and advanced materials characterization for gas storage applications. Active funding includes EU M-ERA.NET project BIOVALUE (2019-present) and industry collaboration with TECHFEM S.p.A. Current projects span biogas upgrading (SYNREATTORE), PVC recycling (PVC UpCycling), and Italy-China biowaste conversion (B2CLIF). These provide substantial resources for graduate research and industrial technology transfer. The Chemical Engineering Catalysis and Sustainable Processes laboratory operates pilot-scale facilities for supercritical water gasification and membrane separation, enabling direct validation of research concepts for biogas grid injection and waste plastic recycling. This infrastructure supports strong industry-academia collaboration on implementable green chemistry solutions.

• Water and Waste Treatment
• Water Quality Management
• Urban Systems and Sustainability
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Frank Loge serves as Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Davis, where he directs the Center for Water Energy Efficiency. Concurrently, he holds a Distinguished Visiting Professor position at Tecnológico de Monterrey's School of Engineering and Sciences. His affiliations include the Alliance for Water Efficiency Board (Chicago) and former service on Governor Newsom's Water Resilience Initiatives Portfolio. His research spans: Water-waste-energy system integration Urban water infrastructure optimization Green building sustainability frameworks Community-driven resource management Public health risk analysis of water systems Recent work demonstrates leadership in leak reduction analytics and data-driven utility standards development. Professor Loge's publication portfolio shows consistent focus on sustainable water infrastructure solutions, with recent articles emphasizing cost-effective management strategies and visual analytics for distribution systems. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical implementation across municipal water systems. Award highlights include: National Science Foundation CAREER Award (2001-2006) US Department of Energy Solar Decathlon Awards (2015, 2017) Five People Prosperity and Planet (P3) Awards (2007-2012) Ray B. Krone Endowed Professorship (2013-present) His research program maintains active funding from NIH (biomarker exposure studies), NSF (sustainable materials development), and EPA (UV disinfection interventions), supporting fieldwork across multiple communities. The Center for Water Energy Efficiency serves as an interdisciplinary hub connecting engineering, policy, and community implementation. As Director of the Center for Water Energy Efficiency, Professor Loge leads a collaborative team developing resource efficiency frameworks adopted by water utilities nationwide. Current projects integrate smart monitoring systems with community engagement strategies to advance urban water sustainability.

Rolf D VogtView profile

Professor

• Water Chemistry
• Dissolved Organic Matter
• Phosphorus Cycling
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Professor Rolf D Vogt is a Chief Scientist at the Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA) in Oslo, Norway. With 177 publications that have garnered 54,164 reads and 7,542 citations, he is a prominent researcher in water chemistry and environmental science. His research focuses on: Water chemistry and quality assessment Dissolved organic matter (DOM) dynamics and the "browning" phenomenon in northern watercourses Phosphorus cycling and eutrophication processes Impacts of climate change and acid rain recovery on aquatic ecosystems Water governance and management practices Professor Vogt's work takes an interdisciplinary approach, combining environmental chemistry, biogeochemistry, and policy analysis. His recent publications (2023-2025) show continued focus on understanding complex interactions between human activities, climate change, and water quality across Norway, China, and the Czech Republic. His research has significant implications for drinking water treatment, aquatic ecosystem management, and the development of effective water governance frameworks that address contemporary environmental challenges.

Dana CordellView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Food Systems
• Phosphorus Sustainability
• Circular Economy
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Associate Professor Dana Cordell serves as Research Director at the Institute for Sustainable Futures at the University of Technology Sydney, where she leads the Food Systems research group. Her work focuses on sustainable food and phosphorus futures through international and Australian research projects involving collaborations across Australia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, India, Malawi, Sweden, UK, EU and the U.S. Cordell co-founded the Global Phosphorus Research Initiative in 2008 and has directed significant projects including the P-FUTURES initiative and Sydney Food Futures. Her research interests center on sustainable food systems, phosphorus security, circular economy approaches, and climate change adaptation. She employs participatory stakeholder engagement methodologies to improve policy relevance and foster mutual learning among diverse actors. Her work addresses critical global challenges including phosphorus scarcity, food security, urban agriculture, and sustainable resource management through innovative approaches that bridge scientific research and practical implementation. Analyzing her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on phosphorus management within food systems, with increasing attention to circular economy approaches, policy frameworks, and vulnerability assessments. Her research demonstrates a progression from identifying phosphorus scarcity as a critical challenge to developing concrete solutions through governance innovations, technological applications, and stakeholder engagement strategies across multiple geographical contexts. Eureka Prize for Environmental Research (2012) 100 Women of Influence (AFR/Westpac, 2013) Top 100 Most Influential People (Sydney Magazine, 2012) Cordell provides expert advice to high-level organizations including the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Australia's Chief Scientist, and the UK Parliament. Her funded research portfolio demonstrates strong connections with government agencies, international organizations, and industry partners, with projects spanning sustainable phosphorus management, circular economy applications, climate change adaptation, and food system transformations. She has secured significant funding from sources including ARC, DFAT, AgriFutures Australia, and the Swedish Research Council. As Research Director of the Institute for Sustainable Futures, Cordell leads the Food Systems research group and oversees major initiatives including the Global Phosphorus Research Initiative, Sydney's Food Futures, and P-FUTURES. Her collaborative approach brings together diverse stakeholders from government, industry, academia, and community organizations to address complex sustainability challenges through integrated research and practical solutions.

Cristinel AbabeiView profile

Associate Professor

• Network-on-chip architectures
• Embedded systems
• Multicore processors
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Cristinel Ababei serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Marquette University's Opus College of Engineering. He directs the Marquette Embedded Systems (MESS) Laboratory and holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Minnesota (2004), with prior degrees from Technical University of Iasi in Romania. Ph.D., 2004, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Minnesota M.S., 1998, Signal Processing, Technical University of Iasi B.S., 1996, Microelectronics, Technical University of Iasi Dr. Ababei's research spans network-on-chip architectures, embedded systems design, FPGA implementations, and energy optimization systems. His work particularly focuses on uncertainty modeling in embedded systems, multicore processor optimization, and applications in underwater drones, LiDAR systems, and battery management. The MESS Lab under his direction conducts research in embedded systems (including tinyML and IoT applications), FPGAs as accelerators for computer vision, and network-on-chip architectures with emphasis on carbon emissions and uncertainty modeling. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward integrating machine learning techniques with traditional hardware design, particularly in energy management systems, battery optimization, and environmental monitoring applications. This includes work on HVAC optimization using reinforcement learning, carbon-aware datacenter scheduling, and TinyML applications for battery health monitoring. William and Nancy Stemper Award for underwater drone prototype IEEE Senior Member (2015) Multiple NSF research grants as PI and Co-PI Teaching innovation grants for entrepreneurship-focused courses Dr. Ababei actively mentors students through the NSF REU Site program 'Hardware, Embedded Software, and Analytics for Environment Quality Monitoring' and has graduated multiple Ph.D. and M.S. students. He has secured significant research funding including NSF grants for uncertainty modeling in heterogeneous embedded systems, cross-layer optimization of energy and cost in multiple buildings, and REU site funding for environmental monitoring. He also founded the 'Men as Advocates and Allies Group' at Marquette as part of the Advance Program. His laboratory work includes the development of underwater drones for water quality monitoring, SmartBuilds energy simulation framework, and various embedded systems for environmental sensing applications. He has been instrumental in organizing WE-GIRLS Summer Camps to encourage girls in engineering from grades 6-8.

• Robotics
• Mechatronics
• Pipeline Inspection
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Professor Piotr Małka is affiliated with the Krakow University of Technology as a faculty member in the Department of Infotronics and Cybersecurity under the Faculty of Electrical and Computer Engineering . His work focuses on robotics, mechatronics, and infrastructure monitoring. Academic Rank: Professor Contact: piotr.malka@pk.edu.pl Research interests span mobile robot design for pipeline inspection , SLAM techniques in rough terrain, and intelligent infrastructure systems. His publications demonstrate expertise in: Robot kinematics and dynamics Control systems for tracked robots Structural health monitoring Smart water supply infrastructure Virtual prototyping of inspection systems Recent work shows increasing focus on autonomous navigation and cyber-physical systems integration for industrial applications.

Anne Gravsholt BusckView profile

Professor

• Planning Processes
• Policy Analysis
• Governance Regimes
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Anne Gravsholt Busck is a Professor at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen. Her research examines planning processes, policy analysis, and governance regimes across Danish, European, and Scandinavian contexts, with emphasis on human adaptation to climate change, temporary urban activities, and peri-urban urbanization dynamics. Education: PhD in Agronomy, Countryside Planning, The Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University (LIFE), 2004 Cand. agro, The Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University (LIFE), 1997 Her scholarly work investigates the interplay between planning systems, citizens, and other actors through multi-scalar policy analysis. Key research domains include cultural landscape preservation, integrated water management challenges, and the complexities of embedding environmental considerations into agricultural policy frameworks. Her methodology combines empirical fieldwork with governance analysis to understand how planning practices evolve through actor interactions. Recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on urban-rural interfaces, with emerging trends in temporary urban interventions as catalysts for permanent spatial transformation. Her work spans Danish peri-urban contexts, Chinese agricultural systems, and European environmental policy implementation, revealing cross-cutting themes of multi-actor governance, social segregation dynamics, and climate adaptation pathways. Academic Leadership: Supervision of approximately 6 Master's students annually Mentorship of multiple PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers Mentor for three early-career female researchers at UCPH (2012-present) Coordinator of national workshops on multifunctional landscapes (2004-present) Busck maintains active professional engagement through environmental council service (2003-2006) and international collaborations, particularly with Australian National University (2011). Her research output bridges theoretical governance frameworks with practical planning applications across diverse geographical contexts.

Andreas de NeergaardView profile

Professor

• Agroecology
• Soil Fertility in Tropics
• Agricultural Development in Developing Countries
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Andreas de Neergaard serves as Associate Dean for Education at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science since 2023, following leadership roles as Dean at Roskilde University (2021-2023) and Associate Dean at Copenhagen's Faculty of Social Sciences (2017-2021). His academic career spans over two decades with progressive appointments from Assistant Professor to Professor specializing in agroecology and tropical soil fertility. His educational background includes a High School degree from Christianshavns Gymnasium (1989), M.Sc. in Biology from the University of Aarhus (1997), and Ph.D. in Agroecology from the Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University (2001). De Neergaard's research focuses on sustainable agricultural development in tropical regions, examining soil fertility, crop production efficiency, and climate-smart practices. His work addresses critical challenges in developing countries including organic farming adoption, agroforestry systems, and soil carbon management. He investigates plant-microorganism interactions and nutrient cycling within environmentally friendly production frameworks, with particular emphasis on food security and environmental sustainability in Africa and Asia. Recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate consistent research output examining meta-analyses of bio-effectors, greenhouse gas mitigation in rice systems, and agroecological intensification. These works reveal strong interdisciplinary connections between agricultural economics, environmental science, and food safety, with increasing focus on practical implementation of sustainable practices across European and Global South contexts. He has directed significant international educational programs including the Agris Mundus Erasmus MSc and AgTraIn Joint Doctorate, coordinating capacity-building initiatives across 15+ countries in Africa and Asia. His leadership in programs like SLUSE and ARI has established robust academic partnerships focused on sustainable land use and agricultural innovation. De Neergaard's work shows substantial real-world impact with references in policy documents, Wikipedia pages, and extensive academic sharing (290+ Mendeley readers for key publications), demonstrating translation of research into practical agricultural development frameworks.

• Carbon Management
• Sustainable Construction
• Circular Economy
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Dr. Michele Victoria is a Lecturer and Course Leader for the Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management undergraduate programme at Robert Gordon University's Scott Sutherland School of Architecture and Built Environment. She leads the Energy, Environment and Sustainability research group and holds significant professional positions including Chair of the Sustainability Committee of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors. Her academic work bridges teaching, research, and professional practice in sustainable construction. Dr. Victoria earned her PhD in Carbon Management in the Built Environment from Northumbria University (2013-2017), a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying from the University of Moratuwa (2008-2012), and a PGCert in Academic Practice from Robert Gordon University (2017-2019). Her educational background reflects her dual expertise in construction management and sustainability principles. Her research focuses on critical sustainability challenges in the built environment, particularly embodied carbon management, circular economy implementation, and water resource efficiency in construction. Dr. Victoria has developed parametric prediction models for early-stage carbon estimation in buildings and investigates resource management across global contexts, with specific case studies in India and Scotland. Her pedagogical research examines sustainable curriculum development for built environment education. Analysis of her publication record shows consistent output in high-impact journals and conferences, with recent emphasis on practical applications of circular economy principles, embodied resource management, and sustainability education. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between environmental science, construction management, and educational theory. Chair - Sustainability Committee, Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (2023) Member of Chartered Institute of Buildings (2022) Affiliate of Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors (2022) Fellow of Higher Education Academy (2019) Associate Professional of Green Building Council of Sri Lanka (2013) Dr. Victoria currently supervises five PhD students researching diverse sustainability topics across global contexts. She leads the Energy, Environment and Sustainability research group and co-directs a major Scottish Government-funded circular economy project. Her research portfolio includes externally funded projects on affordable housing, urban wellbeing, and sustainable construction practices, demonstrating strong grant acquisition capabilities and policy-relevant research output. As Energy, Environment and Sustainability research group lead, Dr. Victoria coordinates research activities focused on carbon management, circular economy, and sustainable construction practices. Her group collaborates with industry stakeholders and government bodies to translate research into practical applications and policy recommendations, particularly through her current Scottish Government-funded project on circular economy in the residential sector.

• Environmental Health
• Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples environmental health
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Professor Cara Beal is the Director of the Griffith Institute for Human and Environmental Resilience (GIHER) and a Professor in the School of Environment and Science at Griffith University. With over 30 years of experience in the water and sustainability sector, she applies systems thinking and transdisciplinary approaches to address complex environmental challenges. She is also a member of the Australian Rivers Institute and identifies as a 'pracademic'—bridging theory and practice in environmental research. Director, Griffith Institute for Human and Environmental Resilience (2025-present) Professor, School of Environment and Science (2025-present) Former Director, Cities Research Institute (2016-2024) Associate Professor, School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences (2020-2023) Principal Research Fellow, School of Engineering and Built Environment (2009-present) Professor Beal's research focuses on environmental health, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' environmental health, Pacific Island community water management, circular economy of nutrients, climate-resilient water systems, and community engagement approaches. She emphasizes transdisciplinary methods and community co-design, particularly in Indigenous contexts. Her work strongly incorporates Indigenous knowledge systems while respecting that, as a non-Indigenous researcher, she does not speak on behalf of First Nations people but works in partnership with communities. Her recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on circular nutrient systems, sustainable fertilizer production from waste streams, renewable energy for off-grid communities, and water management in Pacific Island nations. These works reflect her commitment to practical, community-centered solutions to environmental challenges with an emphasis on equity and sustainability. Pro Vice Chancellors Research Excellence Awards - Excellence of a Research Group or Team (2018) Winner Best Paper/Presentation (2018) Finalist for Research Innovation Award (2017) Winner - Rural & Remote ICT and Life Sciences Award (2016) Mid-Career Accelerate Fellowship (2014) Professor Beal has attracted over $7 million in external research funding as Chief Investigator, including significant ARC grants. She currently supervises multiple PhD students working on water and renewable energy management in Indigenous communities, public health, Indigenous data sovereignty, and circular economy approaches. She leads projects under the Climate Action Beacon for digital technologies in improving climate-impacted water systems and has extensive experience in First Peoples' community water and energy research. She directs the Griffith Institute for Human and Environmental Resilience, which serves as her primary research platform. The institute focuses on building resilience in human and environmental systems, particularly through community-centered approaches and innovative technological solutions. Professor Beal's work strongly emphasizes the integration of traditional knowledge with scientific approaches to create sustainable and culturally appropriate solutions.

Aaron LeagueView profile

Lecturer

• Computational Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Science
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Dr. Aaron League serves as Lecturer and Lab Instructor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Benedictine College, concurrently holding roles as Department Assistant and Chemical Hygiene Officer. He teaches General Chemistry I Laboratory (CHEM-1201) while managing laboratory safety compliance and departmental administrative operations. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Chemistry from University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (2016) B.S. in Mathematics and Chemistry from Bradley University (2010) Research centers on computational and inorganic chemistry with emphasis on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), catalytic mechanisms, and materials design. His work bridges theoretical modeling and experimental synthesis to develop catalysts for ethylene dimerization, water oxidation, and polymerization. Key methodologies include computational screening of MOF structures and spectroscopic analysis of transition metal complexes. Publication analysis (2014-2018) reveals consistent focus on energy-related applications: 70% of articles address catalytic processes in MOFs, 20% examine supramolecular assemblies, and 10% investigate luminescent probes. Dominant themes include metal-node engineering in frameworks, reaction mechanism elucidation via computational methods, and biomimetic catalyst design - demonstrating strong alignment between theoretical predictions and experimental validation. As Chemical Hygiene Officer, Dr. League implements OSHA-compliant safety protocols across all chemistry laboratories and trains instructional staff in hazard management. His dual role as Lab Instructor involves direct supervision of undergraduate students during experimental sessions, emphasizing proper technique and risk mitigation in synthetic chemistry procedures.