جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Stable Isotopes
• Dendrochronology
• Dendroclimatology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Iain Robertson is a Reader in Geography at Swansea University, affiliated with the Department of Geography within the School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics. His research focuses on stable isotopes, dendrochronology, dendroclimatology, and environmental remediation using biochar. He supervises postgraduate students in projects related to climate reconstruction, mine pollution, and sustainable waste management. Robertson’s work integrates field studies, isotopic analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches to address global environmental challenges. His research highlights include long-term climate reconstructions using tree rings, biochar applications in contaminated environments, and assessing water quality downstream of abandoned mines. Robertson collaborates internationally, with studies spanning tropical regions, European watersheds, and African ecosystems. He teaches modules such as GEG100 (Geographical Skills) and contributes to the Geography Dissertation program, emphasizing practical research skills and independent project development. Recent publications explore topics like tropical tree-ring chronologies, pyrolysis of faecal sludge for nutrient recovery, and biochar’s role in remediating microplastic and metal contaminants. His work bridges environmental science with sustainable solutions, addressing issues like circular economy practices and climate change mitigation.

Larba Hubert Balimaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Plant Ecology
• Biodiversity
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Larba Hubert Balima is a Researcher at the Institute of Biology and Biochemistry, University of Potsdam, Germany, within the Biodiversity Research / Systematic Botany group. He also holds an affiliation with the Laboratory of Plant Biology and Ecology at the University Joseph Ki-Zerbo in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. His research bridges ecological science and sustainability in West African savannas. Education: Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (2007–2010) Master’s in Botany and Plant Ecology, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (2011–2013) PhD in Plant Biology and Ecology / Biodiversity and Climate Change (2016–2020) His research focuses on the dynamics and productivity of West African savannas , the interface between biodiversity, ecosystem functioning, and ecosystem services , and the effects of land use and climate change on these systems. His work integrates field ecology, geospatial modeling, and allometric analysis to assess carbon stocks, species distribution, and sustainability in tropical ecosystems. Dr. Balima’s recent publications (2018–2023) reflect a strong trend in climate change impacts on African tree species, particularly Afzelia africana , and the development of biomass and carbon models for savanna ecosystems. His research spans disciplines including plant ecology, environmental monitoring, agroforestry, and ethnobotany, with a geographic focus on Burkina Faso and West Africa. Scientific Affiliations and Projects: University of Potsdam – Biodiversity Research / Systematic Botany University Joseph Ki-Zerbo – Laboratory of Plant Biology and Ecology Involved in research projects: GreenGaDe (Greenhouse Gas Determination), GCEF (Global Change Experimental Facility), and others related to savanna ecology and climate change. He maintains active scholarly profiles via ORCID, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar, and is engaged in collaborative research across Germany and West Africa. While no formal advisees are listed, his work contributes significantly to training and capacity building in ecological research in Burkina Faso.

Sumant Nigamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climate Dynamics
• Teleconnections
• Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sumant Nigam is a Professor and Chair of Atmospheric & Oceanic Science at the University of Maryland, College Park, with a joint appointment in the Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center (ESSIC). Specializing in climate dynamics, he investigates teleconnections, ocean-atmosphere interactions, monsoon variability, and desert expansion. His research integrates observational analysis, modeling, and dynamical diagnosis to understand climate mechanisms such as the Sahara's expansion and North American droughts. Education: M.Sc. Physics (1978), Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur Ph.D. Geophysical Fluid Dynamics (1984), Princeton University Postdoctoral Fellowship (1984–1987), MIT Research Interests: Focuses on climate teleconnections, ENSO impacts, Arctic sea ice decline, and the Atlantic Multidecadal Oscillation. Leads the Laboratory for Experimental Hydroclimate Prediction, issuing seasonal forecasts for the South Asian monsoon and ENSO. Active in climate policy, serving as Editor-in-Chief of Elsevier's Encyclopedia of Climate System Science and advisor to US State Department initiatives. Scientific Contributions: Landmark studies on Sahara desert expansion and its climate drivers Advances in understanding North Pacific Oscillation impacts and atmospheric river dynamics Development of SST-based monsoon prediction frameworks Awards: Fellowships: AMS, Royal Meteorological Society Jefferson Science Fellow (2016–17), Fulbright-Nehru (2020) AGU Holton Award (2013) and WMO Gerbier-MUMM Award (2013) Leadership: Directed NSF's Large-scale Dynamic Meteorology Program (2000–2002), chaired AMS Climate Variability Committee, and advises global climate initiatives like the Mekong River Basin study. Education & Mentorship: Teaches graduate courses in climate dynamics, advised 19 Ph.D. and 13 M.S. students, and mentors undergraduate researchers in teleconnection analysis.

Ben Maybeeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Atmospheric Dynamics
• Deep Convection
• Mesoscale Convective Systems (MCSs)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ben Maybee is a Research Fellow in Tropical Meteorology at the School of Earth and Environment, University of Leeds. His research focuses on atmospheric dynamics, particularly the physics of deep convection and Mesoscale Convective Systems (MCSs) in km-scale models. He investigates how MCSs interact with their environment and influence processes like tropical cyclone formation and climate change impacts. He contributes to major projects such as NERC Huracan, Met Office UPSCALE, and DRENCH. His work bridges high-resolution modeling and climate science, addressing hazards and climate variability. Education: PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics (University of Edinburgh), MPhys and BSc in Theoretical Physics (University of Leeds). Professional Memberships: Institute of Physics, Royal Meteorological Society. Research interests include MCS dynamics, tropical cyclogenesis, and upscale impacts of convection. He collaborates on projects like the LMCS global MCS tracking intercomparison (MCSMIP) and flood forecasting initiatives in Yorkshire. His interdisciplinary work spans atmospheric science, climate modeling, and hydrology. Dr. Maybee’s contributions to initiatives like FOREWARNS and HyCristal highlight his focus on climate predictability and societal impacts. He actively supervises PhD/MSc projects and is affiliated with the Atmospheric and Cloud Dynamics group and the Institute for Climate and Atmospheric Science. His GitHub repository MCS_shear_evaluation supports his 2024 paper on wind shear effects in convection-permitting models, emphasizing entrainment processes and tropical circulation links.

Jayasankar C Bمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Regional Climate Modeling
• Global Climate Modeling
• Climate Change Projections
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jayasankar C B is a Research Fellow at the Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies (COAPS), Florida State University, specializing in regional climate modeling and monsoon dynamics. His research focuses on high-resolution climate projections, extreme weather events, and dynamical downscaling techniques to assess climate change impacts. Education: Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences (Regional Climate Modeling & Climate Change Projections), AcSIR/CSIR-4PI, Bangalore, India (2013–2019) M.Sc. in Meteorology, Cochin University of Science and Technology (2010–2012) B.Sc. in Physics, University of Calicut (2007–2010) Research Focus: Jayasankar investigates climate variability, monsoon systems, and extreme events using advanced regional coupled models (e.g., WRF-ARW, RSM-ROMS). His work emphasizes improving seasonal forecasts and climate projections for regions like India, Florida, and Central America, with applications in agriculture, hydrology, and disaster preparedness. Awards & Honors: Postdoc Five Minute Research Finalist, FSU (2022) INSPIRE Fellowship, DST India (2013) University First Rank in M.Sc. Meteorology, CUSAT (2012) International Travel Support, SERB India (2019)

• Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Landscape Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert Washington-Allen serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Agriculture, Veterinary and Rangeland Sciences at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research integrates remote sensing and GIS technologies to address critical challenges in dryland sustainability, ecological restoration, and pastoral system resilience across global arid ecosystems. His educational background includes: Hamilton Township H.S. (1978) B.S. from The Ohio State University (1983) M.S. from Utah State University (1994) Ph.D. from Utah State University (2003) Washington-Allen's research focuses on dryland ecosystem dynamics using cutting-edge geospatial technologies. His work spans landscape ecology , erosion processes , carbon accounting , and vegetation monitoring , with particular emphasis on rangeland sustainability and pastoral communities. Key methodologies include satellite remote sensing, LiDAR, and ground-based sensor networks for quantifying environmental change. Recent publications (2020-2025) reveal strong thematic continuity in dryland resource monitoring , with increasing focus on groundwater depletion, fire impacts, and precision agriculture applications. His work demonstrates methodological evolution from traditional field sampling toward integrated sensor networks and machine learning approaches for large-scale ecological assessment. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. Washington-Allen actively mentors undergraduate researchers through projects like the 2011 NSF REU site in Costa Rica's tropical cloud forests. His grant portfolio includes studies on dryland carbon dynamics, rangeland monitoring, and ecological restoration, though specific funding amounts were not disclosed. His fieldwork spans diverse dryland ecosystems including Mozambique's miombo woodlands, Nevada's sagebrush steppe, and Texas rangelands. Current research emphasizes sensor integration for real-time monitoring of dryland degradation processes and climate adaptation strategies for pastoral communities.

• Global Ecology
• Climate Change
• Earth Observations
• +۷ مورد دیگر

David Skole is a Professor at the Department of Forestry, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Michigan State University. His work bridges global ecology, climate change, and earth observations through advanced remote sensing techniques. PhD in Natural Resources, University of New Hampshire, 1992 MS in Environmental Science, Indiana University, 1980 AB in Biological Sciences, Indiana University, 1977 Skole specializes in forest carbon dynamics, pioneering high-resolution satellite monitoring of deforestation, degradation, and tree carbon stocks. His research extends to actionable science for climate policy, carbon markets, and sustainable development in tropical regions. Recent publications focus on trees outside forests , continental-scale carbon mapping , and agroforestry solutions for climate mitigation. His work with the Global Observatory for Ecosystem Services lab emphasizes integrating earth observations with ground data for global carbon cycle analysis. Scientific Awards: 2007 Nobel Peace Prize (IPCC) Skole has advised graduate students including Emily David, Matricardi E.A.T., Dieng M., and Kashongwe H.B. His lab, the Global Observatory for Ecosystem Services , leads projects like Carbon2Markets , combining carbon valuation with agroforestry for smallholder farmers.

Kevin Hicksمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Air Pollution
• Climate Change
• Ecosystem Services
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin Hicks is a Researcher at the Stockholm Environment Institute at the University of York (SEI-Y), where he has worked since 1997. His research focuses on air pollution impacts on terrestrial ecosystems, ecosystem services, air pollution issues in developing countries, linkages between air pollution and climate change, and science-policy integration. Education: PhD in Nitrogen Deposition Impacts on Vegetation, BSc in Plant Science His work includes coordinating Sida-funded programmes (RAPIDC, GAP Forum) leading to intergovernmental agreements on air pollution in South Asia, Southern Africa, Eastern Africa, and Western Africa. He co-managed the UNEP/WMO Integrated Assessment of Black Carbon and Tropospheric Ozone and serves as Principle Investigator for a US State Department grant on Short-Lived Climate Forcers (SLCPs). He is actively involved in the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) and the International Nitrogen Initiative (INI). Recent research highlights trends in nitrogen pollution, SLCP mitigation, and integrated strategies for climate and air quality. His projects include Pollution and Climate Smart Agriculture in China (PaCSAC), Integrated Nitrogen Management on Yorkshire Farms (INMY Farm), and NERC-funded Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Sustainability (BESS) Programme. Hicks has over 25 peer-reviewed publications and 40 reports/book contributions, with collaborations spanning environmental science, climate policy, and sustainable agriculture. Scientific contributions include: Coordinating the European Nitrogen Assessment EU FP7 ECLAIRE project on climate-air pollution interactions Development of LEAP-IBC integrated assessment tools