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Prof. Richard L. Peters is a Professor and Head of the Chair of Tree Growth and Wood Physiology at the Technische Universität München (TUM) since 2024. His research focuses on tree physiology, wood formation, and climate-forest interactions. He holds a doctorate summa cum laude from the University of Basel (2018) and has conducted postdoctoral research at the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest Science (WSL) and Ghent University. His work integrates forest ecology, dendrochronology, and ecophysiology to address climate change impacts on forests. Education: B.Sc./M.Sc. in Biology at Utrecht University, Ph.D. from University of Basel (2018). Key career steps include a Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) fellowship at Ghent University and coordination of the Swiss Canopy Crane II project (2021). Research Interests: Tree water-use strategies, drought tolerance mechanisms, carbon allocation dynamics, and the physiological basis of tree growth. He leads interdisciplinary projects to monitor forest responses to environmental stress using tools like the TreeNet network. Awards: Early Postdoc Mobility Fellowship (SNSF, 2019), Doctorate summa cum laude (2018). Contributions: Authored >180 publications, co-developed the datacleanr R package for ecological data processing, and pioneered methods linking tree-ring data with climate models. His work emphasizes the need for better observational data to improve vegetation models.

• Tree Physiology
• Wood Formation Science
• Forest Ecology
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Prof. Dr. Ina Christin Meier serves as Head of Department and Head of Research Unit for Functional Forest Ecology at the University of Hamburg, within the Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences. She is affiliated with the Institute of Wood Sciences (Institut für Holzwissenschaften) in the Department of Biology, where she leads research on forest ecosystem responses to global environmental changes at Ohnhorststrasse 18, 22609 Hamburg. Dr. Meier's research focuses on the impacts of global change factors —including increasing atmospheric CO 2 concentration, summer drought, nitrogen deposition, and intensified management—on the biogeochemistry and biodiversity of temperate, boreal, Mediterranean, and global forest biomes. Her work spans functional ecology of forest trees and grasslands , interactions between roots, mycorrhizal fungi and soil , ecophysiology , and long-term changes in forest ecosystems . She has made significant contributions to understanding root carbon allocation, tropical forest responses to climate change, and the role of mycorrhizal relationships in forest ecosystems. Analysis of Dr. Meier's publication record reveals a strong emphasis on belowground ecology and global change biology , with particular attention to root systems across diverse biomes. Her research bridges plant physiology, ecosystem ecology, and climate science, often synthesizing data from multiple studies to identify broader patterns. She frequently investigates how carbon allocation to root exudates affects soil sequestration and drought response, and has developed important frameworks for understanding root trait responses to multiple global change drivers. Dr. Meier actively collaborates with international research teams across continents. Her work on Nature's Contributions to People has demonstrated that securing essential ecosystem services requires maintaining at least 20-25% semi-natural habitat in human-modified landscapes. She also investigates the chemical complexity of root exudates and their ecological significance, contributing methodological advances to this challenging area of research.

• Forest Ecology
• Global Change Biology
• Root Ecology
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Prof. Anja Müller-Wood holds a Professorship in English Literature at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz since 2003. She earned her Ph.D. (1995) from Philipps-Universität Marburg and completed her Habilitation (2002) at the University of Trier. Her research focuses on early modern English literature (16th-17th centuries), 19th-20th century English literature, and interdisciplinary fields like narratology, stylistics, and literary linguistics. She teaches advanced BA/MA courses on these topics and co-leads core modules like 'Introduction to Literary Studies' and 'Colloquium' for literature and education students. Her work explores intersections between literature and cultural identity, particularly in post-Reformation religious dynamics and narrative form. She actively supervises theses aligned with her research areas. Her recent publications include analyses of Jacobean drama, cognitive approaches to narrative, and studies on Angela Carter and Ian McEwan. She serves on the editorial board of the International Journal of Literary Linguistics and maintains academic profiles on ResearchGate and academia.edu. Research emphasizes cognitive narratology, examining how literary forms interact with human cognitive processes. She also investigates transnational cultural exchanges in early modern and modern British literature, blending historical analysis with contemporary theoretical frameworks.

• Early Modern English Literature
• 19th-20th Century English Literature
• Narratology
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Professor Dr. habil. Elmar Buchner serves as Vice President for Research and Research Career Development and Head of the HNU Doctoral Centre at Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences. His academic career spans multiple institutions including extensive work at the University of Stuttgart's Institute of Planetology from 1997 to 2013, where he later became a Privatdozent in Geology. Dr. Buchner's research focuses on the interface of Earth and Health Sciences, with particular expertise in: Impact Geology and Crater Studies Structural Geology and Tectonics Sedimentology and Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction Geothermal Energy and Social Acceptance Healthcare Technology and Digital Ethics His groundbreaking work primarily centers on the Ries and Steinheim impact structures in Germany, where he has challenged the long-held belief that these were formed by a binary asteroid impact. Through detailed stratigraphic and seismic analysis, Buchner and colleagues have presented compelling evidence for two independent impact events separated by approximately 0.5 to 1 million years. This research has significant implications for understanding impact cratering processes on Earth and other planetary bodies, with applications to Martian geology through terrestrial analog studies. His publication record reveals an evolving research trajectory that increasingly bridges geological sciences with health applications. While his core expertise remains in impact cratering and structural geology, recent work extends into geothermal energy social acceptance studies and the ethical dimensions of digital healthcare technologies, demonstrating his commitment to applying geological knowledge to contemporary societal challenges. With 231 publications, over 66,000 reads, and 1,471 citations, Professor Buchner has established himself as a leading researcher in impact cratering studies. His collaborative work spans multiple international institutions and research teams, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern impact crater research. As Head of the HNU Doctoral Centre, Professor Buchner oversees doctoral training and research career development at Neu-Ulm University. His leadership in research administration complements his active research program, demonstrating his commitment to fostering the next generation of scientists while maintaining his own cutting-edge research in Earth sciences.

• Impact Geology
• Geothermal Energy
• Health Care
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Susan Marie Mentzer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences within the Faculty of Science at the University of Tübingen, specializing in geoarchaeology with emphasis on micromorphological analysis of anthropogenic sediments. She leads the Geoarchaeology research group at the Institute for Archaeological Sciences (INA) and is actively affiliated with the Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Anthropology with Concentration in Archaeology and Minor in Geosciences from the University of Arizona (2011), an M.A. in Archaeology with Minor in Geosciences from the University of Arizona (2005), and a B.A. in Archaeology and Earth Sciences summa cum laude from Boston University (2003). Her doctoral research focused on the Macro- and Micro-scale Geoarchaeology of Üçağızlı Caves in Turkey. Mentzer's research integrates micromorphology with micro-FTIR and micro-XRF to analyze Paleolithic caves, Neolithic tells, and experimental materials like plaster and wood ash. Her work spans Eurasian Paleolithic sites, African Middle Stone Age contexts, and ritual spaces, with particular expertise in combustion features, site formation processes, and human-environment interactions during the forager-farmer transition. Recent publications demonstrate methodological innovation in analyzing rockshelters, hearths, and stratigraphic sequences across global contexts from South Africa to Anatolia. As an Associate Editor for Geoarchaeology , she contributes significantly to scholarly discourse. Her methodological leadership is evident in developing online teaching strategies during the pandemic, as documented in The SAA Archaeological Record . Mentzer teaches specialized courses including Anthropogenic Deposits and Site Formation Processes, Stratigraphy, Archaeological Micromorphology, and Microanalytics. Her laboratory work involves stable isotope analysis, micro-XRF, and experimental archaeology to reconstruct ancient human behaviors through sediment micromorphology.

• Geoarchaeology
• Archaeological Micromorphology
• Human-Environment Interactions
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Jakob Blankenhagen is a research assistant at the Chair of Metal Construction at the Technical University of Munich . He holds an M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from TUM and specializes in additive manufacturing , fire safety engineering , and hybrid steel-timber structures . B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2015-2019) M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2019-2022) International Welding Engineer (2021) His research focuses on optimizing fatigue-stressed hollow section structures using Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) and developing fire-safe hybrid steel-timber constructions. Current projects include TRR277 A06, which investigates LPBF fundamentals for structural steel elements. Key publications address material characterization , fire behavior of hybrid structures, and machine learning-based pore detection in additive manufacturing. He contributes to advancing 3D-printed steel components and sustainable construction methods . He teaches courses on steel construction, composite building, and computational design at TUM, with a focus on practical implementation of additive manufacturing in construction.

• Steel Construction
• Additive Manufacturing
• Fire Safety Engineering
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Dr. Yevheniia Shyshkina serves as a Research Fellow at the Leibniz Institute for Jewish History and Culture – Simon Dubnow (Dubnow Institute) since September 2024. Her academic foundation includes a PhD in History from V.Karasin Kharkiv National University (2008), specializing in historiography and source studies with a dissertation on Ukrainian emergency paper money (1914–1925) as historical evidence. Her educational background: PhD in History (2008), V.Karasin Kharkiv National University, Ukraine. Thesis: "Emergency Paper Money of Ukraine in 1914–1925 as a Historical Sources" Studies in History and Archival Science (1999–2004), V.Karasin Kharkiv National University, Ukraine Dr. Shyshkina's research centers on critical source analysis across three interconnected domains: historical monetary systems (emergency money in post-imperial Europe), Holocaust studies (anti-Semitic propaganda on interwar German/Austrian notgelds), and contemporary disinformation (Russian-Ukrainian information warfare and "Russkiy Mir" ideology). Her methodology bridges economic history, visual symbolism analysis, and digital source criticism, revealing how propaganda evolves from physical currency to modern hybrid warfare tactics. Analysis of her 2021–2025 publications shows a decisive shift toward examining Russian imperialist strategies, particularly through educational frameworks and memory politics. While maintaining her foundational work on emergency money as historical evidence, she now applies source-critical techniques to digital warfare, demonstrating how historical propaganda mechanisms inform current disinformation campaigns during the Ukraine invasion. No scientific awards are documented in the available information. Dr. Shyshkina has secured competitive research funding including a VolkswagenStiftung grant for her 2022–2023 project at Moldova-Institut Leipzig and participated in the 2024 Leibniz ScienceCampus "Eastern Europe – Global Area". She co-edited the 2024 volume "Unsagbar: Erlebensgeschichten ukrainischer Frauen über die russische Invasion" documenting Ukrainian refugee women's testimonies. Her current Dubnow Institute fellowship focuses on visual-symbolic representations of the Jewish Question preceding the Holocaust. She collaborates with the Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center (Kyiv, 2021) and contributes to the Dubnow Institute's research on Eastern European Jewish history, particularly examining how wartime experiences reshape collective memory and cultural identity in conflict zones.

• Holocaust Studies
• Source Criticism
• Propaganda Studies
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Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Bach serves as a Professor of Petrology at the MARUM Center for Marine Environmental Sciences (University of Bremen), leading the Petrology of the Ocean Crust research group since 2005. His work bridges magmatic petrology and inorganic geochemistry with a focus on global hydrothermal systems. PhD (1996) & Diplom (1991) from Justus Liebig University Giessen Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (1996-2005) as Postdoc/Research Associate IODP leadership roles (2003-2005) and ECORD Science Operator collaboration His research examines ocean crust formation/destruction cycles , including seafloor spreading, hydrothermal alteration, mantle recycling, and chemosynthesis-driven ecosystems. Key methods involve: Micromineralogy of altered basalts and serpentinites Geochemical analysis (ICP-MS, laser ablation, fluid inclusion studies) Thermodynamic modeling of fluid-rock-microbe interactions Recent publications (2024-2025) highlight advances in CO2 sequestration in marine basalts , hydrothermal sulfur cycling , and mantle-derived hydrogen production across diverse settings from Arctic ridges to subduction zones. Collaborative work spans 30+ international institutions and integrates data from IODP expeditions and ECORD programs . He contributes to ocean drilling infrastructure at the University of Bremen, maintains the MARUM Research Academy training initiatives, and advises on subseafloor biosphere exploration through projects like IODP Expedition 336 and Surtsey volcano monitoring.

• Marine Environmental Sciences
• Petrology
• Geochemistry
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Dr. Thies Staack is a researcher at the University of Hamburg's Centre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures (CSMC), serving as spokesperson for the Research Field '(Re-)Shaping Written Artefacts' within the Cluster of Excellence 'Understanding Written Artefacts' (2019–2025). His work focuses on early Chinese manuscripts, particularly bamboo and wood texts from the Qin and Han dynasties, and their reconstruction through codicological analysis. He holds a PhD in Sinology from the University of Hamburg (2015), with a dissertation exploring verso analysis techniques for manuscript reconstruction. Key research areas include legal manuscripts of the Qin dynasty, medical recipe manuscripts from 19th–20th century China, and the materiality of written artifacts. Staack has led projects such as 'Folk Healing in Late Imperial China' and 'Collecting and Exchanging Medical Recipes in the Age of Print,' examining how knowledge circulated through manuscripts. His contributions span theoretical frameworks in manuscriptology, comparative studies of written artifacts, and the intersection of administrative practices with textual preservation. Staack's publications address codicological typology, textual layering, and the dynamics of multilayered written artifacts. He actively participates in international workshops, including events on note-taking practices and manuscript formatting, furthering interdisciplinary dialogues in manuscript studies. His research bridges archaeological material analysis with textual criticism, offering innovative methodologies for understanding ancient Chinese administrative and medical knowledge systems.

• Manuscriptology
• Early Chinese Bamboo and Wood Manuscripts
• Legal History of China
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Prof. Dr. Ralf Bachmayer is a full-time Professor at the University of Bremen 's MARUM – Center for Marine Environmental Sciences , holding the Werner Siemens Endowed Professorship for 'Marine Environmental Technology / Deep-Sea Engineering' since 2017. His research focuses on marine robotics , with a specialization in autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) , underwater gliders , and networked observation systems for persistent deep-sea monitoring. Education: Diplom in Electrical Engineering (TU Karlsruhe), PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Johns Hopkins University) Previous Roles: Postdoctoral Research at Princeton University, Research Associate at National Research Council Canada, Founder of Autonomous Ocean Systems Laboratory (Memorial University, Newfoundland) Prof. Bachmayer's research interests span the design , control , and networking of heterogeneous marine systems, particularly for harsh environments . His work includes oceanographic exploration of hydrothermal vents, subsea lava flows, and iceberg profiling using ROVs and gliders . Recent publications highlight optical seafloor imaging , Raman spectroscopy for ocean applications, and intelligent hull materials for underwater vehicles. The 15 most recent articles cover topics like long-endurance glider imaging , carbon dioxide storage in basaltic formations , and modular hull design , reflecting interdisciplinary work in marine engineering , environmental technology , and deep-sea exploration . Prof. Bachmayer has supervised numerous doctoral and postdoctoral researchers , including B. Claus, M. Zhou, and C.D. Williams. He previously collaborated with institutions like Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Johns Hopkins University, and Memorial University of Newfoundland, where he established the Autonomous Ocean Systems Laboratory (AOSL). Current projects at MARUM integrate AI-driven propulsion systems , multi-modal sensing , and coastal ocean observing networks .

• Marine Robotics
• Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs)
• Underwater Gliders
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Gerald Koch is a Privatdozent (PD) and habilitated senior researcher at the Institute for Wood Research, part of the Thünen Institute in Hamburg-Bergedorf, Germany. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in wood science and conservation. His core research focuses on: Anatomical wood species identification and database development Impact of climate change on wood formation and properties Trade regulation for CITES-protected timber species Genetic reference data for origin determination of wood Durability analysis of wood products and alternatives to endangered timbers Dr. Koch leads critical projects including automated image recognition systems for wood identification, digitization of the scientific wood collection (xylothek), and climate adaptation studies for future wood use. His completed work spans tropical wood identification in paper products, nanotomography for wood structure analysis, and sustainability frameworks for small private forests in Vietnam.

• Wood Science
• Wood Anatomy
• Timber Identification
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Christoph Wenderdel is a Professor at Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde (HNEE), specializing in Process and Manufacturing Technology within Wood Engineering. His research focuses on wood-based composite materials, fiber technology, and sustainable manufacturing processes. Education PhD from ETH Zurich (2012–2016) MSc in Wood Technology and Economics from TU Dresden (2007–2009) Dipl.-Ing. (FH) in Wood Technology from TH OWL (2004–2007) His work explores wood composites, surface treatment techniques, and formaldehyde-free bonding. Recent research examines aerodynamic spreading in cement-bonded particleboards, cold plasma treatments, and fiber morphology optimization for MDF and OSB. Publications highlight trends in sustainable material development using agricultural residues like wheat husk and straw, alongside innovations in cement-bonded plywood and multi-layer fiberboards.

• Wood Processing Technology
• Composite Materials
• Fiber Technology
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Claudia Lenz is a Researcher in the Chemistry and Physics of Wood at the Eberswalde University of Sustainable Development (HNEE), School of Wood Engineering. She has been working at HNEE since 2016, initially in Wood Biology (2016-2019) and subsequently in Chemistry and Physics of Wood (since 2019), with a brief affiliation with Botany and Phytopathology in 2018. Her educational background includes a Master's degree in Wood Technology (M.Sc.) from HNEE (2015-2017) with distinction, focusing on 'Anatomical Studies of Spruce Cores,' and a Bachelor's degree in Wood Technology (B.Sc.) from HNEE (2011-2015), where she received the Gunther-Wolff Prize for outstanding theses. She also completed vocational training as a furniture carpenter (2009-2011). Dr. Lenz's research focuses on wood chemistry, physics, and anatomy, particularly color changes due to radiation exposure, wood aging processes, and microscopic surface analysis. Her work bridges material science, chemistry, and machine learning, with significant contributions to understanding radiation dose effects on wood coloration rather than time-based evaluation, representing a novel approach in the field. Her current research includes the WAVE project (2025-2027) using AI algorithms to predict wood aging processes, and the DFG-funded project on color changes of indoor wood (2021-2024). She has developed expertise in advanced analytical techniques including UV microspectrophotometry (UMSP) with 0.25 μm resolution for detecting aromatic compounds in wood cell structures. DFG Research Project: 'Predictability of color changes of wood used indoor' (2021-2024) WAVE: 'Wood Aging Visualization and Estimation' (2025-2027) Fichte-Trockenheit: 'Drought risk and adaptation of different spruce populations' (2016-2019) Dr. Lenz has received recognition including an honorable mention for a popular science abstract designed for 16-year-olds. She serves in university governance as Senate member since 2023 and founding member of the Equality Commission since 2024. Her laboratory work employs advanced techniques like UMSP, ATR-FTIR, UV-Vis spectroscopy, GC-MS, and SRμCT for analyzing wood surface changes and water transport capacity.

• Wood Chemistry
• Wood Physics
• Wood Anatomy
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Hannah F. Mark is a Lamont Assistant Research Professor at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory (LDEO), part of the Columbia Climate School at Columbia University. Her research focuses on understanding Earth's dynamic processes, particularly mantle dynamics, tectonics, and lithosphere structure through seismic imaging and geodynamic modeling. Education: Specific degrees are not detailed in the provided text, but her extensive research background in geophysics and seismology is evident from her publications and roles. Research Interests: Mantle Dynamics: Investigating how mantle processes shape Earth's surface and lithosphere. Tectonics and Surface Processes: Exploring interactions between tectonic activity and surface phenomena. Seismic Imaging: Utilizing active and passive seismic data to image subsurface structures. Oceanic Lithosphere: Studying the formation and evolution of oceanic plates, including the lithosphere-asthenosphere boundary (LAB). Subduction Zones: Analyzing processes like mantle hydration and faulting near subduction zones. Publication Trends: Her recent publications span cutting-edge topics in geophysics, including seismic anisotropy in the Pacific Plate, constraints on subduction zone processes, and the development of open-source tools for marine gravimetry. A significant portion of her work involves collaborative field campaigns and data-driven modeling, with a focus on understanding the mechanical and thermal structure of the lithosphere. Scientific Awards: No specific awards are mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While specific grants or students are not listed, her leadership roles (e.g., co-chairing standards for Seismica ) and extensive fieldwork imply active mentorship and funding. Labs and Teams: She is affiliated with the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, a leading research institution in Earth sciences. Her work involves the GUANACO team for Patagonian slab window studies and collaborations with institutions like WHOI (Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution).

• Mantle Dynamics
• Tectonics
• Lithosphere Structure
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Kai Zhang is a full Professor of Wood Technology and Wood Chemistry at the University of Göttingen, Germany. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry and serves as Executive Director of the Biotechnikum (Biotechnology Center) under the Faculty for Forest Sciences and Forest Ecology. Since 2024, he has been a member of the Wöhler Research Institute of Sustainable Chemistry. His career includes roles as Adjunct Professor at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (2016–2021) and Junior-Professor (Tenure-Track) at Göttingen (2015–2019). Zhang holds a PhD (summa cum laude) in Chemistry from Dresden University of Technology (2011), a Diplom in Food Chemistry (2007), and a Bachelor in Food Science and Engineering from Hefei University of Technology (2002). His research focuses on sustainable materials science, particularly nanocellulose-based composites, bio-based polymers, hydrogels, and energy conversion technologies. Key interests span structural colors in materials, photothermal systems, and functional biomaterials for biomedical and environmental applications. He leads initiatives in advanced materials design, including aerogels, carbon composites, and smart interfaces. Zhang’s editorial roles include Editorial Board positions for Supramolecular Materials (since 2024), Smart Materials in Medicine (since 2020), and Scientific Reports (since 2016). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary innovation, bridging chemistry, materials science, and sustainability. Current projects include the REACT-EU/NEuM initiative and collaborations within the GLCC 2025 framework, advancing biotechnology and eco-friendly materials. His research outputs span over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with a focus on cutting-edge materials for energy, health, and environmental sustainability. Notable contributions include scalable nanocellulose fabrication, photothermal-responsive polymers, and advanced carbon-based composites derived from biomass.

• Sustainable Chemistry
• Nanocellulose Materials
• Bio-Based Polymers
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