جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Leticia Avilésمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolution of Sociality
• Multilevel Selection
• Metapopulation Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Leticia Avilés is Professor of Zoology at the University of British Columbia, investigating the evolutionary forces driving social organization and their population-level consequences. Her research employs multilevel selection theory to examine social evolution, metapopulation dynamics, and cooperative systems, with emphasis on spider sociality as model systems. Key research areas: Origins and maintenance of cooperation in social spiders Evolution of skewed sex ratios in subdivided populations Metapopulation ecology and life history evolution Antipredator strategies and extended phenotypes Mutualistic interactions across environmental gradients Her work integrates field experiments across elevational gradients in the Andes, theoretical modeling, and genomic approaches to study convergent social evolution. Recent publications explore kleptoparasite impacts on spider colonies, energetics of group living, neural investment patterns, and mutualism mediation mechanisms. Experimental manipulations test how environmental factors like precipitation and predation shape social evolution.

Barbara Fischerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Evolutionary Medicine
• Obstetric Selection
• Pelvic Evolution
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Barbara Fischer is an Elise Richter Fellow and Lecturer at the University of Vienna, Department of Evolutionary Biology. Her research investigates the evolutionary biomechanics of human childbirth, combining geometric morphometrics, comparative anatomy, and evolutionary modeling to resolve the 'obstetric dilemma'. Key contributions include the cliff-edge model of obstetric selection explaining rising Caesarean rates, analyses of sexual dimorphism in hominin pelves, and methods for skeletal age estimation using pubic symphysis morphology. Comparative work extends to Darwin's finches' self-medication behaviors and stickleback adaptation plasticity. She develops statistical approaches for morphological integration studies and teaches biostatistics, mathematical biology, and evolutionary medicine. Recognized with an Elise Richter Fellowship and science communication awards.

• Forest Growth and Yield Modeling
• Forest Biometrics
• Pine Plantation Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mingliang Wang serves as a Researcher at the Plantation Management Research Cooperative (PMRC) within the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia. His expertise centers on forest biometrics, with a specialization in growth and yield modeling for loblolly pine plantations across the southeastern United States, leveraging long-term experimental data to inform sustainable management practices. His research portfolio emphasizes: Forest Growth and Yield Modeling Pine Plantation Dynamics Forest Carbon Sequestration Silvicultural Treatment Impacts Stand Structure Analysis Statistical Biometrics He employs advanced regression techniques and longitudinal studies to quantify effects of thinning, fertilization, and site quality on plantation productivity. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on loblolly pine ecosystems, with dominant themes including carbon stock dynamics, thinning efficacy, and species performance comparisons. Methodologically, he integrates nonlinear mixed-effects models and long-term experimental designs to address critical gaps in plantation forestry science. Dr. Wang actively contributes to the Plantation Management Research Cooperative (PMRC), a collaborative hub advancing science-based solutions for sustainable forest management through partnerships between academia, industry, and government stakeholders.

Jürgen Aosaarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Silviculture
• Forest Ecology
• Carbon Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Jürgen Aosaar (b. 1983) is a leading silviculture and forest-ecology researcher at the Estonian University of Life Sciences , Institute of Forestry and Engineering, Chair of Silviculture and Forest Ecology. After completing BSc, MSc and PhD degrees in forestry at the same university (2005–2012), he advanced from research engineer (2007) to senior research fellow (2018–2024) and since May 2024 holds the rank of Associate Professor. Research focus centres on biomass production of fast-growing broadleaved species, carbon and nitrogen dynamics, and climate-smart forest management . He has authored or co-authored ≈95 peer-reviewed articles and led or co-led over 30 national and international projects (>€5 million total funding), including Horizon Europe and Estonian Research Council grants. Education & Training PhD Forestry, Estonian University of Life Sciences, 2012 MSc Forestry, Estonian University of Life Sciences, 2007 BSc Forestry, Estonian University of Life Sciences, 2005 Numerous specialised courses (SLU, UBC, COST Actions, etc.) Scientific Awards 2024 – Estonian University of Life Sciences Science Popularization Award, 1st Prize 2007 – State Forest Management Centre Award for Best Master’s Thesis in Forestry Doctoral & Master’s Supervision Currently supervising 2 PhD and 2 MSc students; 8 theses already defended under his guidance (topics range from carbon balance of Scots-pine and birch stands to environmental education in forest estates). Labs & Teams Active member of the university’s Centre of Bioeconomy council and several curriculum-development committees; leads the Master’s programme in Forest Management and Forest Ecology.

Pedro Pelosoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Herpetology
• Amphibian Systematics
• Phylogenetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pedro Peloso serves as a Lecturer and Research Associate in the Department of Biological Sciences at Cal Poly Humboldt, where he contributes to both undergraduate teaching and specialized research in amphibian biology. His research program centers on Neotropical amphibian systematics, with particular expertise in the taxonomy, phylogenetics, and biogeography of frog genera including Dendropsophus , Chiasmocleis , and Synapturanus . Dr. Peloso employs integrative approaches combining morphological, molecular, and ecological data to resolve complex taxonomic questions across Amazonian and Brazilian biomes. His work frequently addresses conservation challenges in biodiversity hotspots through species inventories and threat assessments. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals consistent focus on taxonomic revisions (35%), new species descriptions (30%), and evolutionary pattern analysis (25%), with significant contributions to resolving nomenclatural controversies and documenting undocumented diversity. Key trends include increasing use of genomic data in phylogenetic studies and expanding research scope from amphibians to other taxa like insects and birds, reflecting interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Peloso has not been noted for major scientific awards in available documentation. While his Research Associate position indicates active grant involvement, specific funding sources and student advisement details remain unreported in current sources. His laboratory affiliations and team structures are not specified in the provided materials.

Tommy Leungمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Parasitology
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Disease Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tommy Leung is a Lecturer in Parasitology and Evolutionary Biology at the School of Environmental and Rural Science, University of New England, Armidale, Australia. His research focuses on evolutionary ecology of host-parasite interactions, parasite life history strategies, and macroecology of disease. He also contributes to public science communication through his blog Daily Parasite and serves as Social Media Editor for the Journal of Helminthology . Education : BSc from University of Technology Sydney, PGDipSci and PhD from University of Otago His research bridges molecular, ecological, and evolutionary aspects of parasitism, with emphasis on: Evolutionary significance of parasite life cycles Macroecological patterns in parasite communities Interspecific competition among parasites Convergent evolution in parasitic adaptations Key publication trends include: Integrating ecological and evolutionary perspectives on disease Comparative analysis of parasite communities across vertebrates Role of host behavior and geography in zoonotic transmission Historical perspectives on parasitism from fossil records He collaborates with Dr. Janet Koprivnikar (Toronto Metropolitan University) on comparative parasite community analysis in reptiles and maintains active memberships in the Australian Society for Parasitology. His lab, the Evolutionary Ecology of Parasitism Lab , utilizes molecular tools and experimental models to study parasite adaptation and host manipulation.

Joseph Tomkinsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sexual Selection
• Evolutionary Biology
• Genetic Variation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joseph Tomkins is an Associate Professor at the School of Biological Sciences, The University of Western Australia. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Zoology from the University of Sheffield and a PhD from the University of Liverpool. His career spans fellowships from the Royal Society, ARC, and Forrest Research Foundation. Royal Society/UWA Fellowship (1997–2000) Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2000–2005) ARC Australian Research Fellowship (2005–2011) ARC Future Fellowship (2011–2015) Research Focus: Tomkins' work bridges fundamental and applied evolutionary biology, with emphasis on sexual selection , threshold traits , and experimental evolution . He explores the genetic architecture of sexually selected traits, allometry, and developmental integration, extending to human twinning through mathematical models and tick behavior under climate change. Current projects use experimental evolution in algae to study anisogamy evolution and climate adaptation . Scientific Awards: BBSRC David Philips Fellowship Royal Society University Research Fellowship ARC Australian Research Fellowship ARC Future Fellowship Grants & Leadership: He leads ARC-funded projects (DP 2017–2020, DP22 2022–2025) on sexual selection and anisogamy. He has coordinated teaching (2007–2014), chaired committees (Health and Safety, Research), and supervised 11 postgraduate students.

Christopher P. Kempesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Complexity Science
• Physical Biology
• Astrobiology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Christopher P. Kempes is a Professor at the Santa Fe Institute and an External Professor at the Complexity Science Hub Vienna, where he conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of biology, physics, and complex systems. His work is focused on uncovering universal principles governing life across scales—from cells to cities. Research Interests: Dr. Kempes explores the fundamental laws underlying biological organization, the origins of life, ecological dynamics, and the complexity of human systems. His approach integrates physical constraints, mathematical modeling, and data-driven analysis to predict large-scale patterns in nature and society. Key themes include scaling laws, metabolic theory, astrobiology, urban systems, and evolutionary transitions. Publication Trends: Over the past 15 years, his research has consistently advanced theoretical frameworks in complexity science. His publications reveal a strong focus on universal patterns in biology and society, with recurring themes in scaling, thermodynamics, and system-level organization. He applies these principles to diverse domains including climate change, inequality, biosignatures, and organizational growth. Scientific Recognition: Work featured in BBC, Wired, and other major media outlets. Contributions to foundational theories in complexity and biological organization. Advising and Grants: While specific students and grants are not listed, his senior faculty role at leading complexity research institutes suggests active mentorship and leadership in funded interdisciplinary projects. He likely advises postdoctoral researchers and collaborates on large-scale initiatives in complexity science, astrobiology, and urban sustainability. Labs and Research Groups: Dr. Kempes is affiliated with the Santa Fe Institute’s core faculty, participating in its collaborative, theory-driven research environment. He also contributes to the Complexity Science Hub Vienna, engaging in cross-institutional projects on complex systems in natural and social domains.

Ana Costaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Marine Biology
• Genetics
• Cetacean Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Summary of Ana Costa Ana Costa is a Lecturer at the Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, University of Miami. Her research focuses on cetacean biology, evolutionary ecology, and conservation genetics, particularly in bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops spp.) and other marine mammals. She investigates genetic diversity, morphological adaptation, and taxonomic classification of marine species in varying environmental conditions. Her work spans topics like thermal adaptation mechanisms, ecotype differentiation, and historical biogeography. Notable projects include studies on spinner dolphin genetic assessments in Brazilian basins, taxonomic revisions of Lahille’s bottlenose dolphin, and the discovery of new subspecies in the eastern tropical Pacific. Costa employs integrative approaches combining morphological analysis, genomic data, and ecological observations. Publications consistently highlight her expertise in marine mammal evolution and conservation, with a strong emphasis on how environmental pressures shape species divergence and adaptation. Her recent work (2023–2025) explores parallel adaptations to geothermally warmed habitats and the predictability of morphological evolution under climate change scenarios. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. She currently holds no recorded advisee students.

Jim Usherwoodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Locomotor Biomechanics
• Animal Locomotion
• Terrestrial Locomotion
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jim Usherwood is Professor of Locomotor Biomechanics and a Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellow at the Structure & Motion Laboratory, Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences, The Royal Veterinary College (RVC), University of London. His research integrates biomechanics, engineering, and biology to understand how animals move efficiently across land and air. He leads a major 5-year Wellcome Trust project on the 'Muscle-Mechanical Compromise Framework' and collaborates on bio-inspired flight systems with the US Air Force Office of Scientific Research. Research Interests: Jim's work centers on the mechanical optimization and trade-offs in animal locomotion. He explores how animals achieve propulsion and weight support without wheels or propellers, using experimental techniques and engineering analyses. Key areas include terrestrial and aerial locomotion, gait dynamics, legged robotics, flapping flight, and bio-inspired design. His research spans species from birds to humans, examining how musculoskeletal systems adapt to mechanical challenges. Publication Trends: His recent publications emphasize bio-inspired engineering, particularly in flight and robotics. Themes include gust tolerance in bird flight, morphing air vehicles, robotic leg design, and energy-efficient locomotion. The integration of biological principles into engineering solutions is a consistent thread, supported by interdisciplinary methods such as high-speed motion capture and aerodynamic modeling. Scientific Awards: Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellow Grants and Advising: Jim is principal investigator on a 5-year Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellowship and co-investigator on an AFOSR-funded project with Richard Bomphrey. He has also secured funding from BBSRC, EPSRC, and ARIA for projects in biomechanics and robotics. While no formal students are listed, he mentors researchers within the Structure & Motion Laboratory and collaborates widely across institutions. His work bridges fundamental science and translational applications, particularly in robotics and aerospace. Labs and Teams: Jim is a core member of the Structure & Motion Laboratory at RVC, a leading center in comparative biomechanics. The lab conducts interdisciplinary research combining biology, physics, and engineering to study animal movement. He collaborates with the University of Bristol and international partners on projects involving avian flight, robot locomotion, and aerodynamic modeling.

Luciana Alvesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Tropical Forest Ecology
• Plant Population Ecology
• Carbon Dynamics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Luciana Alves is an Associate Researcher at the Center for Tropical Research within the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability (IoES) at the University of California, Los Angeles. Her work focuses on plant ecology in tropical forest systems, with particular emphasis on understanding the biological and environmental drivers of ecological dynamics in these critical ecosystems. Dr. Alves' research interests span tropical forest structure and carbon dynamics, plant population ecology, and the effects of habitat fragmentation on tree species richness and abundance. Her fieldwork is primarily conducted in Amazon and Atlantic forest sites in Brazil, where she investigates forest regeneration processes and ecological responses to environmental changes. Her recent publications reveal strong expertise in tropical forest carbon dynamics, tree hydraulic traits, and biodiversity patterns across global forest ecosystems. Her research often examines how climate variability and extreme events impact forest functioning, with particular attention to Amazonian forests. She frequently collaborates with major international research networks studying global forest dynamics. 2025-2028: PI for 'Aboveground Carbon Stock Changes in Dynamic Tropical Forests' (NASA CMS Program) 2024-2026: Co-PI for 'A Service to Quantify Forest Carbon Stock Changes in the State of Mato Grosso, Brazil' (NASA SERVIR Program) 2022-2025: Co-PI for 'Intrinsic dimensionality and data fusion to monitor Cape biodiversity' (NASA Biodiversity Program) 2018-2023: PI for 'Collaborative Research: Are Amazon forest trees source or sink limited?' Dr. Alves has established diverse collaborations across universities and research institutions in Brazil and the United States. Her previous positions include senior research scientist roles at the Institute of Botany and Institute of Agricultural Sciences in Brazil, Research Associate at the University of Colorado, Consulting Scientist for NEON, and Post-Doctoral Research Fellow for the NSF PIRE Program at the University of Arizona.

Brian Enquistمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Plant Physiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Brian Enquist is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona. He has held academic ranks from Assistant (2001-2005) to Associate (2005-2009) before becoming full Professor in 2009. He earned his Ph.D. in Biology from the University of New Mexico (1998), preceded by an M.S. (1995) and B.A. (1991) in Biology. His research focuses on integrating plant physiology, biophysics, and ecology to understand how individual-level traits influence ecosystem processes. Notable honors include the NSF CAREER Award, ESA Mercer Award, and a Fulbright Fellowship in Costa Rica (1995-1996). Research interests include scaling laws in biology, plant allometry, community ecology, and tropical forest dynamics. His lab studies functional diversity, biomass allocation patterns, and climate-vegetation interactions, with long-term fieldwork in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Conservation Area. Recent work addresses global drought patterns, biodiversity threats from mining, and the impacts of warming on mountain ecosystems. Key contributions include foundational theories on metabolic scaling, plant vascular architecture, and ecosystem gas flux modeling. He collaborates on large-scale projects like the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) and the Global Future Droughts Initiative. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with applied conservation, emphasizing data integration across scales. Awards: NSF CAREER Award, ESA Mercer Award, Fulbright Fellowship. Active in interdisciplinary research initiatives such as the Biodiversity Forecasting Initiative (BioFI) and the East River Watershed study. His research outputs span >200 peer-reviewed articles, including landmark papers in Science , Nature , and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences .

Adriane Esquivel Muelbertمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Global Forest Ecology
• Tree Mortality
• Drought Tolerance
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Adriane Esquivel Muelbert is an Associate Professor in Global Forest Ecology at the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham. Her research centers on forest responses to global change, particularly drought tolerance, tree mortality, and biodiversity dynamics in tropical and temperate forests. She is actively involved in international networks including the RAINFOR network and the International Tree Mortality Network. Education: PhD in Ecology and Global Change – University of Leeds, UK (2017) MSc (Hons) in Ecology – Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil (2012) BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences – Federal University of Paraná, Brazil (2010) Her research interests include global forest ecology, climate change impacts, drought tolerance, biogeochemical cycles, and tree mortality. She investigates how Neotropical and Amazonian forests respond to increasing water stress and rising CO₂ levels, with implications for biodiversity and ecosystem function. Her recent work also explores tree death across large geographical scales and forest resilience under climate extremes. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on forest dynamics under climate change, with recurring themes in drought stress, carbon cycling, biodiversity patterns, and large-scale ecological monitoring. Her work combines field data, remote sensing, and modeling to understand forest responses across biomes. She has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. Adriane advises no named students in the available data. She has been an external lecturer at the Ecology and Conservation postgraduate program of the State University of Mato Grosso since 2021 and is a member of the organizing committee of the International Tree Mortality Network (2020–present). She is affiliated with key research initiatives such as the RAINFOR network and contributes to global assessments of forest biomass and climate impacts.

Oleg Panferovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climate Change
• Climate Protection
• Climate Adaptation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Oleg Panferov is a Professor of Climate Change and Climate Protection at the University of Applied Sciences Bingen. He holds academic positions including Head of Climate Protection and Climate Adaptation and membership in the Department Council of FB1. His research focuses on climate adaptation strategies, green infrastructure, GHG emissions from agricultural soils, and tropical forest ecosystems. He has led multiple national and international projects, including investigations into El Niño impacts on tropical rainforests and urban climate adaptation through green roofs. His work integrates climate modeling, remote sensing, and ecological field studies to address climate change impacts and mitigation strategies. Education: Studied Meteorology, Climatology, and Geography at Lomonosov Moscow State University, followed by research roles at the Institute of Ecology and Evolution (Moscow) and the University of Göttingen, where he completed his PhD. He has coordinated numerous research projects at the University of Göttingen and served on the Scientific Advisory Board for Climate Protection in Rhineland-Palatinate. Research interests span climate adaptation, forest ecology, and environmental modeling. Notable contributions include studies on windthrow risks in forests, carbon flux dynamics in tropical ecosystems, and the role of green infrastructure in urban climate resilience. Awards and recognitions are not explicitly mentioned. Current projects include 'Kommunale Klimaanpassung im Welterbe Oberes Mittelrheintal' and 'MobiGa', focusing on modular green systems for climate adaptation. Past projects include investigations into agricultural soil emissions and climate change projections for Lower Saxony.

Raquel Marchán-Rivadeneiraمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Ecological Genomics
• Evolutionary Biology
• Adaptive Variation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Raquel Marchán-Rivadeneira is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Ohio University’s College of Arts and Sciences. She also serves as an Assistant Investigator at the Institute for Molecular Medicine and Aging and as Adjunct Faculty in the Translational Biomedical Sciences Program. Her work bridges evolutionary biology and biomedical discovery, with a strong emphasis on ecological genomics and natural products research. Education: Ph.D. in Biology, Texas Tech University M.Sc. in Biology, Texas Tech University B.S. in Biology, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador, Quito, Ecuador Dr. Marchán-Rivadeneira’s research focuses on understanding how natural populations adapt across environmental gradients using integrative approaches combining genomics and phenotypic analyses. She also explores biological diversity as a proxy for chemical diversity, aiming to identify novel antimicrobial, anticancer, and antiviral compounds from natural sources. Her work spans conservation genetics, biosynthesis, and the application of gene-editing tools like CRISPR-Cas13 in antiviral strategies. Recent publications highlight her contributions to drug discovery, particularly in polycyclic tetramate macrolactams and rapid antibiotic development. Her research also includes landscape genetics in amphibians, speciation dynamics in reptiles, and morphological responses to environmental stressors such as radiation. These works reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend integrating molecular biology, evolutionary ecology, and biomedicine. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in available text. Dr. Marchán-Rivadeneira is actively involved in research and collaborative projects, though specific details on grants or student mentorship are not provided. Her affiliations with both basic and translational research programs suggest engagement in funded research and academic training. She is likely involved in mentoring graduate students and securing external funding, given the scope and publication output of her work. She conducts her research at the Konneker Research Center on Ohio University’s Athens campus, where she maintains a laboratory focused on molecular and evolutionary studies. Her dual roles in the Institute for Molecular Medicine and Aging and the Translational Biomedical Sciences Program indicate integration into interdisciplinary teams working at the intersection of evolution and human health.