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Frederi G. Viensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Probability Theory
• Stochastic Processes
• Quantitative Finance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Frederi G. Viens is a Professor of Statistics at Rice University, where he leads research in probability theory, stochastic processes, and their applications to finance, climate science, and agro-ecology. Previously, he was a full professor at Michigan State University (2016–2022) and Purdue University (2000–2015), serving as Department Chair and Director of Actuarial Science. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical problems in agriculture, economics, and nuclear physics. Education: Ph.D. Mathematics, University of California, Irvine (1996) M.S. Mathematics, University of California, Irvine (1991) Maîtrise de Mathématiques Pures, Université de Paris VII, France (1991) Research Interests: Probability Theory & Stochastic Analysis Quantitative Finance & Actuarial Science Climate Science & Bayesian Statistics Agro-ecology & Agricultural Economics His collaborative projects include climate modeling, nuclear physics simulations, and sustainable crop diversity initiatives like the DRIVES network. Awards & Honors: Fellow of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics (2012) Franklin Fellow, U.S. State Department (2010) Purdue College of Science Research Award (2013) Grants & Collaborations: Funded by the NSF, USDA, and private donors, Viens has organized major conferences and serves on editorial boards for journals like Annals of Finance . He advises transnational research groups, including Sustainability Lake Chad , addressing agrarian sustainability in West Africa. Labs & Initiatives: Founding member of the DRIVES agro-ecology collaborative and moderator of the Seminar on Stochastic Processes.

Bano Mehdi-Schulzمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ecohydrology
• Water Quality Management
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bano Mehdi-Schulz is an Assistant Professor at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), leading the 'Eco-hydrological and Land Use Modelling' group at the Institute of Hydrology and Water Management. She is a Substitute Member of the Ethics Committee. Her research focuses on ecohydrology, integrating hydrological and agricultural sciences to address water quality impacts from anthropogenic changes and future climate scenarios. Education: B.Sc. in Soil Science, M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, and Ph.D. from McGill University's Department of Geography. Awards include the Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (2009) and FWF Elise Richter Fellowship (2019). Her work bridges natural and social sciences, employing models to assess land use change and water resource management. Research Interests: Quantifying impacts of land use and climate change on water quality, ecohydrological modeling uncertainty, sustainable intensification strategies, and nitrate transport dynamics. Her team explores how farming practices and climate interact to influence water systems, with projects like ALUCSI (FWF-funded) and NitroClimAT (ACRP). Grants & Projects: Recent projects include ALUCSI (2019-2023), NitroClimAT (2018-2022), and UnLoadC3 (2014-2017). Current student advisees include researchers studying SWAT model uncertainty, sustainable intensification pathways, and water quality in East African basins. Labs/Teams: Leads the Eco-hydrological and Land Use Modelling group, collaborating with institutions like IIASA and SEC. Research emphasizes model coupling (e.g., SECLAND-SWAT) and satellite data integration for data-scarce regions.

• Agricultural Sustainability
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Animal Behavior and Welfare
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maurizio Ramanzin is a Full Professor at the University of Padova , affiliated with the School of Animal Science and Department of Agronomy, Animals, Food and Natural Resources (DAFNAE) . His research focuses on Agricultural Sustainability , Environmental Impact Assessment , and Precision Livestock Farming . Academic Field : AGR/19 Email : maurizio.ramanzin@unipd.it Address : Agripolis - Viale dell'università, 16 - Legnaro (Padova) – ITALY His work explores the interactions between livestock systems and ecosystem services in mountainous regions, with emphasis on: Grazing Management and biodiversity conservation Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of dairy and beef systems Climate Change Adaptation in Alpine ungulates Animal Welfare in small-scale farms Technological Tools (GPS, NIRS) for monitoring grazing behavior Key trends in his recent publications include: Quantifying environmental drivers of wolf predation on livestock Developing low-cost biologging systems for dairy cows Analyzing social-ecological trade-offs in mountain agriculture Assessing microbial dynamics in alpine soils

Barbara Smithمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Agroecology
• Farmland Ecology
• Pollination Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Barbara Smith is an Associate Professor at Coventry University's Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience, and Associate Director of the Centre for Pollination Studies at Calcutta University. She chairs the Agricultural Ecology Special Interest Group of the British Ecological Society. Her research focuses on agroecology, farmland ecology, pollination, and ecosystem services, with a particular emphasis on mitigating the impacts of agricultural intensification. She has extensive experience in habitat restoration, stakeholder collaboration, and policy engagement, including work in India with farmers and policymakers. Key research areas include biodiversity management, restoration ecology, and the integration of local knowledge systems. She leads projects like the 'TRansition to sUs' initiative (2017–2021), exploring sustainable legume-based food systems. Her work spans Europe and India, emphasizing transdisciplinary approaches to sustainable agriculture. Dr. Smith has collaborated widely, publishing over 40 articles and contributing to policy dialogues on biodiversity and ecosystem services. Her recent publications address topics like automobility's environmental impact, polycultural cropping systems, and prescribed burning in heathland management. She actively participates in conferences and advisory roles, such as the UK-India Agricultural Ecology Initiative. Her vision is to advance agro-ecological evidence for equitable and productive food systems while preserving biodiversity.

• Agroecology
• Soil Science
• Bioenergy Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Randy Jackson is a Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His primary affiliation is with the Mechanical Engineering program, and he holds a PhD in Engineering from UW-Milwaukee, an MS in Mechanical Engineering from San Diego State University, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from UW-Madison. His research focuses on agroecology, soil health, and sustainable agricultural systems, particularly in the context of perennial grasslands and bioenergy crops. Key research interests include soil carbon dynamics, grazing management practices, and the integration of perennial vegetation into agricultural systems to enhance environmental sustainability. He has contributed to advancements in agroecosystem modeling, particularly with the Agro-IBIS model, and has explored strategies for mitigating climate change through regenerative agricultural practices. His recent work emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in soil health, water quality, and carbon sequestration. Collaborative projects include evaluating the impacts of pasture and crop management on ecosystem services, as well as developing decision-support tools for conservation grazing practices in the Midwest. Dr. Jackson’s publications highlight trends in perennial agriculture, soil organic carbon persistence, and the environmental benefits of integrating livestock systems with perennial crops. His findings underscore the potential of agroecological innovations to achieve triple-bottom-line outcomes in agricultural sustainability.

Anna Treydteمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biodiversity and Conservation
• Climate Change Impacts
• Human-Wildlife Coexistence
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anna Treydte is an Associate Professor in Nature and Environmental Management with a focus on Sustainable Development at Stockholm University's Department of Physical Geography. She also holds Adjunct Professor positions at the University of Hohenheim (Ecology of Tropical Agricultural Systems) and the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (Department of Life Sciences and Bioengineering). Her work spans multiple continents, addressing biodiversity conservation and human-wildlife coexistence across temperate climates (Germany, Sweden, Italy), desert environments (Mongolia, Saudi Arabia), savanna systems (eastern and southern Africa), mountain regions (Andes), and tropical forests (China, Vietnam, Thailand, Tanzania). Dr. Treydte's research centers on biodiversity and conservation challenges in human-impacted, changing environments. She investigates how climate change and human activities alter structural, species, and functional biodiversity in natural and agro-ecological systems. Her work examines plant-animal interactions, animal population management, human-wildlife coexistence, and livestock impacts on rangelands. She specifically studies shifts in nutrient cycling, carbon stocks, and species diversity in landscapes under varying human land use pressure, including corridors, buffer zones, protected lands, and cultivated areas facing climate-induced weather extremes. She integrates socio-ecological aspects into her research, emphasizing that sustainable human-wildlife coexistence requires local stakeholder involvement in resource use decision-making. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on landscape ecology, rangeland management, and human-wildlife conflict across diverse ecosystems. Her work combines field observations, GPS tracking of wildlife and livestock, socio-ecological surveys, and advanced spatial modeling techniques. Key thematic areas include pastoral mobility patterns, invasive species management, pollination networks in rangelands, and the impacts of land use change on wildlife habitat suitability. Her research consistently addresses the intersection of ecological processes and human livelihoods in changing environments. Dr. Treydte actively supervises numerous PhD, MSc, and BSc students across multiple institutions, with current projects investigating human-wildlife coexistence in Sweden and Tanzania, rangeland restoration techniques, and invasive plant species management. She leads several major research projects including 'Human-Wildlife Coexistence: Reaching a sustainable human-wildlife coexistence by understanding patterns, predicting conflict hotspots and improving communication' and 'Rangeland Ecology: Adapting to change – co-management scenarios of local pastoralists and protected area management to maintain cultural and biological diversity in the Dzungarian Gobi, Mongolia.' Her laboratory, 'NG| Landscape Ecology,' focuses on how landscape patterns, climate, and land use influence ecological processes, biodiversity, and ecosystems. The group employs interdisciplinary approaches that bridge natural and social sciences to address contemporary environmental challenges in a changing world.

• Synthetic Biology
• Biotechnology
• Microbial Biotechnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ligia Rodrigues is a researcher affiliated with the Universidade do Minho, focusing on synthetic biology, microbial biotechnology, and bioprospecting of biosurfactants. Her work spans applications in pharmaceuticals, food science, and environmental sustainability. Universidade do Minho - College of Biological Engineering Partex Oil and Gas Holdings Corp (2019-2024) Research Interests : • Biosurfactant production and medical applications • Synthetic biology for prebiotic and bioactive compound synthesis • Metagenomic analysis of saline/oily environments Recent Publications highlight her expertise in engineering microbial systems (E. coli, S. cerevisiae) for flavonoid and chondroitin production, alongside innovations in nanocarrier design for cancer therapy and aptamer-based diagnostics. Key Grants include: Bi3S - Biodiversity and Bioprospecting of Biosurfactants in Saline Environments (2021-2024) Laboratório Associado em Biotecnologia, Bioengenharia e Sistemas microELetromecânicos (2021-2025) Her work intersects metabolic engineering , nanotechnology , and microbial adhesion studies , with collaborations spanning Portugal, Poland, Brazil, and Spain.

SARA GONZALEZ GARCIAمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Sustainability Assessment
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sara Gonzalez Garcia is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Higher Technical School of Engineering and the Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Environmental Technologies (CRETUS). She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the same university (2009), supervised by Dr. Gumersindo Feijoo Costa and Dra. Maria Teresa Moreira Vilar, focusing on environmental assessments of wood and non-wood products. Her research emphasizes sustainability evaluation through Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and carbon footprint analysis in industrial, agricultural, and food systems. Key research areas include environmental biotechnology, circular economy, and waste valorization. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers (56 as first author), 8 book chapters, and contributed to 3 PhD theses. Her work bridges environmental science with practical applications, such as optimizing biorefineries, sustainable farming practices, and eco-labeling frameworks for the hospitality sector. She leads the BIOGROUP (Environmental Biotechnology Research Group) and has received the prestigious Agustin de Betancourt y Molina Medal (2016) for young researchers. Her academic contributions span international collaborations and policy-relevant studies, including assessments of municipal carbon footprints and the environmental impact of dietary patterns. Current projects focus on multi-criteria sustainability indicators for urban systems and advancing bio-based economies through circular principles.

• Soil Science
• Environmental Science
• Agricultural Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Agustín Merino García is a Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry within the Higher Polytechnic School of Engineering. He earned his PhD in 1993 from the same institution, focusing on Factors that determine ion mobility in artificially acidified Galician soils , under the supervision of Dr. Eduardo García Rodeja Gayoso. His research aligns with strategic groups Strategic Grouping in Sustainable Management and Production of Bioresources (BioReDes) and UXAFORES (Sustainable Environmental and Forest Management Unit) . Research interests span soil biogeochemistry, fire ecology, agroforestry systems, and environmental restoration. He investigates soil carbon dynamics, post-wildfire recovery, and sustainable land-use practices. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, addressing both applied and theoretical challenges in tropical and Mediterranean ecosystems. Publications highlight advancements in soil amendment development, cadmium contamination in agroforestry systems, and fire impacts on soil properties. He emphasizes knowledge transfer through service-learning initiatives in forest fire management and collaborates internationally on land degradation projects (e.g., Erasmus+). No formal student advisees are listed, though collaborations with global institutions and projects suggest active mentorship roles. His email agustin.merino@usc.es is publicly accessible.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy
• Sample Preparation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alatzne Carlosena Zubieta is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Faculty of Science, University of A Coruña (UDC), Spain. She is an active member of the Applied Analytical Chemistry research group, contributing significantly to analytical methodologies in industrial, environmental, and agro-food sectors. Her research interests include: Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy Sample Preparation Techniques Green Analytical Chemistry Environmental and Industrial Analysis Water and Material Quality Assessment Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on environmental monitoring, particularly concerning microplastics, bioplastics, and metal contamination in water and consumer products. She has developed methodologies for lead detection, polyphenol analysis, and nanoparticle-based sensing, aligning with sustainable and green chemistry principles. She has received research funding from national bodies like the Ministry of Science and Innovation, regional agencies such as the Xunta de Galicia, and industrial partners including Repsol and Endesa. Her collaborative projects often involve interdisciplinary teams addressing real-world environmental and industrial challenges. Alatzne Carlosena has supervised multiple PhD and Master’s theses, mentoring students such as Javier Terán Baamonde, Susana Carballo Paradelo, Mónica Felipe Sotelo, and María Jesús Cal Prieto. Her academic advising emphasizes methodological rigor and environmental relevance. She teaches a wide range of courses including General Chemistry, Analytical Strategies, Water Treatment, and Nanomaterials Characterization across undergraduate and graduate programs in Chemistry, Nanoscience, and Environmental Management.

Qingguo Huangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Catalysis
• Electrochemical Water Treatment
• Enzyme-based Remediation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Qingguo (Jack) Huang is a Professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on catalysis for environmental remediation, electrochemical wastewater treatment, and nanotechnology applications. Specializes in enzyme-based and electrochemical methods for pollutant degradation Develops novel catalytic materials for PFAS removal and biofuel production Investigates environmental implications of nanomaterials and bioactive micropollutants Active in molecular modeling for reaction pathway elucidation His lab employs advanced analytical tools like UPLC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and FT-IR for environmental chemistry studies. Recent work includes optimizing titanium suboxide anodes for PFAS degradation and developing enzyme-catalyzed oxidative humification processes. Key contributions appear in electrochemical oxidation technologies and environmental catalysis, with over 110 peer-reviewed publications. Current projects focus on: Reactive electrochemical membrane systems Electrooxidation of pharmaceuticals and antibiotics PFAS treatment train strategies Environmental life cycle assessment of remediation technologies

Didier Michotمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Soil Science
• Environmental Science
• Remote Sensing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Didier Michot is a researcher affiliated with the French Higher Education Institution in Agriculture, Food, Horticultural and Landscape Sciences, specifically within the Department of Physical Environment, Landscape Architecture and Territorial Development in Rennes, France. His work focuses on soil science, environmental assessment, and remote sensing applications in agricultural systems, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions. Key research areas include soil salinity, organic carbon dynamics, and sustainable irrigation practices. Mechanisms such as near-infrared spectroscopy, electromagnetic conductivity surveys, and Sentinel satellite data are central to his studies. These methods enable large-scale soil property prediction, spatiotemporal salinity monitoring, and phytodesalinization techniques using halophytic plants like Echinochloa stagnina . Collaborative efforts span institutions in France, Niger, Tunisia, and Algeria, addressing issues like saline water management and agricultural productivity. His recent publications highlight advancements in digital soil mapping, machine-learning applications for SOC prediction, and geophysical tools for salinity assessment. These studies cover diverse contexts from the Algerian Sahara to Western France, reflecting his expertise in integrating field data with remote sensing technologies. Despite extensive contributions, no scientific awards or student advisement details are mentioned in the provided information.

Ulrich Wellerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Soil Ecology
• Soil System Science
• Environmental Hydrology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ulrich Weller is a researcher at the Department of Soil System Science within the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ . His work focuses on soil hydrology, rhizosphere dynamics, and land use planning, with a strong emphasis on computational modeling and geospatial analysis. Institution: Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ Department: Soil System Science Key Collaborators: Prof. Dr. Hans-Jörg Vogel, Dr. Steffen Schlüter, Dr. Doris Vetterlein Research Interests Dr. Weller’s research spans soil physics, root-soil interactions, and sustainable land management. He employs advanced imaging techniques (e.g., X-ray tomography) and computational models to study soil structure, water infiltration, and rhizosphere processes. His work in West Africa (Benin/Niger) integrates SOTER-based land evaluation with geospatial data fusion for climate-resilient agricultural planning. Scientific Contributions His publications highlight interdisciplinary trends: 2018: Systematic soil function modeling 2017: X-ray imaging of soil water dynamics 2007: Landscape-scale clay content mapping via electromagnetic induction 2002: Land use planning in Southern Benin These studies bridge soil physics, plant ecology, and environmental data science, often leveraging machine learning and geostatistical methods.

• Environmental Engineering
• Bioresources Recovery
• Agronomic Nutrient Recycling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. SM Ashekuzzaman is an Assistant Lecturer and Researcher at Munster Technological University's Department of Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering, part of the Sustainable Infrastructure Research & Innovation Group (SIRIG). He holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering & Technology from the University of Glasgow, alongside M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Environmental and Civil Engineering. His research focuses on advancing bioresource recovery, circular economy solutions, precision agriculture, and sustainable wastewater treatment processes. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering & Technology (Water Pollution and Decontamination) M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering B.Sc. in Civil Engineering Research interests include green synthesis of bio-based materials, agronomic nutrient recycling, soil health improvement, and reducing environmental footprints through innovative fertilization strategies. He has secured grants from DANIDA, Santander, and Science Foundation Ireland, and contributed to EU-funded projects like Nutri2Cycle and Renu2Farm. Key achievements include developing novel groundwater quality indices and Fenton-based wastewater treatments. He serves on international conference committees (RAMIRAN, ManuREsource) and is a CIWEM RoI Branch Committee Member since 2019. His work spans over 12 years in interdisciplinary projects, emphasizing agro-industrial waste valorization and sustainable farming solutions.

• Ecology
• Global Change Ecology
• Biogeography
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Frederik Saltre is a Senior Lecturer in Ecology and Biogeography at the University of Technology Sydney and a Research Scientist at the Australian Museum . He leads the Biogeography, Ecology & Modelling (BEAM) Lab and serves as Chief Investigator in the ARC Centre of Excellence for Indigenous and Environmental Histories and Futures. His career spans institutions including Flinders University (2017–2024), University of Adelaide (2013–2017), and Oregon State University (2011–2013). Education: PhD in Biology Geosciences Agro-resources and Environment, University Montpellier 2 (2010) MSc in Biology Geosciences Agro-resources and Environment, University Montpellier 2 (2006) BSc in Biology of Organisms, University Montpellier 2 (2004) Research Interests: Dr. Saltre specializes in global change ecology , paleoecological modeling , and species distribution dynamics . His work integrates stochastic demographic models , biomechanical constraints , and machine learning to study species responses to climate change, extinction mechanisms, and human-environment interactions. Key methodologies include process-explicit models , trophic network analysis , and radiocarbon calibration techniques . Publications & Tools: With over 50 peer-reviewed articles, his research spans megafauna extinction cascades , monsoon dynamics , and environmental watering strategies . He co-developed the R package Rextinct for extinction time estimation and CRIWM algorithm for radiocarbon chronologies. Scientific Awards: Visiting Scholarship, University of Colorado Boulder (2019) Environment Institute Grant, University of Adelaide (2014) Biogeography Society Travel Grant (2013) Assistant Professor Fellowship, France (2010) Supervision: Current: 8 PhD/Honours students Past: 2 MSc/Honours students Leadership: Coordinator, Global Ecology Laboratory Member, Weisbecker Lab Grant Reviewer: NSF, ERC, SNF, BES