جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Food Technology
• Functional Foods
• Food Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jose Angel Perez Alvarez is a Professor in the Department of Agro-Food Technology at Miguel Hernández University of Elche. He holds leadership roles as Director of the Catedra Palmeral d'Elx and Member of the University Senate (Sector 1). His academic activities include coordinating courses like Biotechnology of Functional Foods and Food Development and Innovation at bachelor's and master's levels, and directing the Industrialization of Animal Raw Materials research group. Teaching: Biotechnology, Food Science, and Master's in Agro-Food Technology Research: Food technology, antioxidant properties, coproduct valorization Labs: Director of Industrialization of Animal Raw Materials group His research focuses on functional foods, coproduct utilization, and techno-functional properties of food ingredients. Recent work includes evaluating bioaccessibility of polyphenols, developing prebiotic-enriched foods, and exploring natural additives like beetroot juice and mushroom flours. He has contributed to food stabilization techniques and laser spectroscopy applications. His 15 most recent publications span 2025-2017, emphasizing food innovations (e.g., royal jelly applications, persimmon flour), analytical technologies (laser spectroscopy), and interdisciplinary studies in food safety and medical applications. Key collaborations include projects on antioxidant potential, gut microbiota, and sustainable food processing. Jose Angel Perez Alvarez leads the University Institute for Agro-food and Agro-environmental Research and Innovation, with facilities in Orihuela, Alicante. His work addresses agricultural resources, food quality, and technological advancements through both fundamental and applied research.

• Agroecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Insect Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christoph Scherber is a Professor at the Leibniz Institute for the Analysis of Biodiversity Change (LIB), where he leads multiple research projects focused on sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation. His work bridges entomology, agroecology, and conservation science, with particular emphasis on developing innovative monitoring techniques and nature-based solutions for agricultural systems. His research examines biodiversity patterns in agricultural landscapes, pesticide impacts on non-target organisms, and the ecological benefits of diversified farming practices. Scherber's work consistently addresses the intersection of agricultural productivity and ecosystem conservation, employing both field experiments and technological innovations. Scherber's publications demonstrate a strong focus on: Developing automated insect monitoring systems (Malaise traps, sensor networks) Assessing pesticide impacts across trophic levels Quantifying biodiversity benefits of agricultural diversification Creating standardized protocols for conservation assessment Translating research into practical conservation strategies He directs significant projects including PhenoRob2 (robotics for sustainable plant production), Tr.i.fl.e (insect tracking via eDNA), and BALIN (light pollution reduction for insect conservation). These interdisciplinary initiatives combine field ecology with technological innovation to address biodiversity decline in human-modified landscapes.

• Honeybee Health
• Entomology
• Agricultural Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Theotime Colin is a Research Fellow at Macquarie University's School of Natural Sciences, holding an ARC Early Career Industry Fellowship. His work focuses on honeybee health, agricultural entomology, and ecological dynamics of parasites affecting pollinators. Key projects include developing RFID tracking methods for foraging behavior analysis, colony weight monitoring systems, and probiotic solutions against pathogens. He collaborates on global parasite invasion studies and small hive beetle control. Research Interests: Bee ecology, agricultural technology, parasite control, and computational modeling of hive dynamics. His recent articles emphasize innovative monitoring techniques and parasite management strategies, with a focus on translating research into industry practices. Awards include the ARC Fellowship recognizing his industry-relevant contributions. Grants & Projects (2021–2028): Varroa mite control, probiotic therapies, and hive beetle management initiatives.

Michele Dudashمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Plant Mating Systems
• Plant-Pollinator Interactions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michele Dudash is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Natural Resource Management at South Dakota State University (SDSU), within the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. She holds a B.A. from Millersville State University, a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and completed a postdoc at the University of Toronto. Her academic career includes roles as Emeritus Professor at the University of Maryland (2017-present), and prior positions as Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor in their Botany/Plant Biology/Biology departments from 1989–2016. She has also held visiting roles at institutions globally, including the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and the University of Edinburgh. Her research focuses on evolutionary ecology, plant mating systems, plant-pollinator interactions, and population demography, with an emphasis on inbreeding depression and conservation genetics. She has contributed to understanding the genetic management of fragmented populations and the ecological implications of pollination syndromes. Her work integrates field studies, genetic analyses, and experimental approaches to address conservation challenges. Her articles highlight trends in plant-pollinator dynamics, population genetics, and conservation strategies. Notable topics include outcrossing rates in invasive species, bat pollinator declines, and the genetic basis of inbreeding effects. She emphasizes the application of ecological and genetic insights to inform conservation practices for threatened taxa and ecosystems. Dr. Dudash’s professional memberships include the American Society of Naturalists, Botanical Society of America, and Ecological Society of America. Her lab, the Dudash Lab , focuses on evolutionary and conservation biology, with ongoing projects in North America and Thailand. She advocates for paradigm shifts in genetic management of fragmented populations and collaborates internationally on pollinator ecology and species conservation.

• Conservation Biology
• Ecology
• Biodiversity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gareth Russell is an Associate Professor in the Biological Sciences department at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). His research focuses on conservation biology, ecology, and biodiversity, with emphasis on species richness, extinction risk, and human impacts on ecosystems. He has led and collaborated on federal grants, including projects on automated species identification and urban forest ecosystem services. Notable contributions include studies on African elephant movement, mosquito abundance monitoring, and camera trap methodologies. Key research interests include understanding ecological networks, conservation strategies, and applying technology like deep learning to ecological data. His work spans diverse ecosystems, from tropical forests to urban environments, addressing challenges such as habitat fragmentation and invasive species management. Russell has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to media discussions on sustainability and biodiversity initiatives. Projects: ODOMATIC (species identification tools), ULTRA-Ex (urban forest dynamics), and real-time reef fish monitoring systems. Grants: Multiple National Science Foundation grants (2007–2019). Media: Featured in articles on urban gardens, mosquito surveillance, and environmental policy. His research integrates fieldwork with computational models, aiming to inform conservation policies and mitigate human-driven ecological disruptions.

Ann-Kathrin Stalderمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Wastewater pollutants
• Chemical risk assessment
• Water quality and toxicity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ann-Kathrin Stalder is a Researcher at the Institute of Geography, University of Bern. Her work focuses on wastewater pollutants, chemical risk assessment, and environmental toxicity. She holds a PhD under the EU Marie Curie Fellowship and has extensive international experience through Fulbright and DAAD scholarships. Her research combines analytical chemistry with epidemiological methods to study drug consumption and pesticide exposure at catchment scales. Education highlights include: Fulbright Fellowship (2010–2012) for Master’s studies at San Diego State University (SDSU) DAAD Scholarship (2008–2009) for research at UCSD, San Diego Marie Curie Fellowship (2013–2016) for PhD training in the SEWPROF network Key research interests include: In-sewer transformation of drugs and pollutants Wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) for public health insights Toxicity and fate of emerging contaminants Sediment and bee bread as environmental biomarkers Her publications span topics like pesticide mass balance, real-time detection systems, and enantiomeric drug profiling. Notable awards include the 2015 Best Presentation Award at Testing the Waters II conference. Advancing environmental analysis through inter-laboratory quality control systems and innovative field technologies remains central to her work.

Paulo De Souzaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Planetary Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Paulo De Souza is the Executive Dean of the School of Engineering at Edith Cowan University (ECU). With over two decades of experience, he bridges science, industry, and society, focusing on engineering solutions for environmental challenges, Mars exploration, and industrial processes. His career includes roles as Dean (Research) at Griffith University, Science Director at CSIRO, and Collaborating Scientist with NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover program. Education: PhD (Dr rer. nat.) in Physics from Johannes Gutenberg Universität, Mainz Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from UFES, Brazil Research Interests: Environmental monitoring via sensor networks and machine learning Planetary science and Mars geology RFID technology for ecological studies Verification and validation of aerospace systems Key Awards: Fellowships from Australian Computer Society, Governance Institute of Australia, and Engineers Australia Contributor to 2004 Science Magazine Breakthrough of the Year Advising & Grants: Leadership in interdisciplinary research teams Experience in securing industry and government funding for large-scale projects Labs & Teams: Active in environmental sensor network design, Mars rover data analysis, and bioengineering projects involving stingless bees.

Mario Stankeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Genomics
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Mario Stanke is a Professor of Bioinformatics at the Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Greifswald, Germany. He leads a research group focused on probabilistic models, machine learning, and algorithm development for genome annotation and biological sequence analysis. His research interests lie in probabilistic models and machine learning methods for structured biological data. He specializes in developing and applying recurrent neural networks , conditional random fields , and hidden Markov models for tasks such as gene prediction, genome annotation, and multiple sequence alignment. His work is instrumental in advancing computational tools for genomics. His most notable contributions include the development of the AUGUSTUS gene prediction program and the BRAKER pipeline, both widely used in the bioinformatics community. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in integrating deep learning with traditional statistical models for protein and genome analysis, particularly in multi-genome and comparative annotation frameworks. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: Prof. Stanke supervises bachelor's and master's theses in bioinformatics and computational genomics. While specific grants are not listed, his long-standing research output and leadership in major genome projects suggest active grant funding. He collaborates widely across institutions, as evidenced by co-authorship in large-scale genomics consortia. Labs and Teams: He leads a bioinformatics research group at the University of Greifswald, contributing to the development and maintenance of the AUGUSTUS and BRAKER software suites. The group operates a bioinformatics web server providing gene prediction services and tools.

• Radar Systems
• Atmospheric Science
• Meteorology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Julio Urbina is a Professor in Electrical Engineering, active in diverse research areas including radar systems, atmospheric science, and wireless power transfer. His work intersects engineering innovation with environmental and biological applications, as seen in projects like climate change impacts on pollinators and educational initiatives for graduate engineering students. Key Research Areas: Radar systems, upper atmosphere dynamics, wireless power transfer, and engineering education. Grants & Collaborations: Leads multiple NSF-funded projects, including studies on tropospheric coupling with the upper atmosphere and international research on pollinators. Recent Grants: 2022-2026: Collaborative Research on upper atmosphere forcing from extreme weather systems. 2021-2027: Initiative to strengthen graduate engineering workforce pathways. 2020-2025: International research on pollinators in changing climates. Publications: Focus on metasurface design, wireless power transfer, and interdisciplinary applications in biology and education. Collaborations: Works with international teams across disciplines, including meteorology, ecology, and engineering.

Helen Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Oceanography
• Marine Pollution
• Environmental Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Helen White serves as Provost and The William H. and Johanna A. Harris Professor in Environmental Studies and Chemistry at Haverford College. Her research focuses on marine environmental chemistry, particularly the fate of oil and plastic pollutants in ocean systems. Her educational background includes: 2000: M. Chem. Master of Chemistry, Minor in American Studies from the University of Sussex (U.K.) 2006: Ph.D. in Chemical Oceanography from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) 2007-2009: Postdoctoral Fellow in the Microbial Science Initiative at Harvard University White's research investigates the persistence and transformation of human-derived compounds in the marine environment, with emphasis on oil spills and plastic waste. She examines how chemical structure, physical associations, and bioavailability influence pollutant cycling and fate. Her interdisciplinary work bridges chemistry, oceanography, and environmental science, often involving student collaborators. Analysis of her publication record reveals sustained focus on Deepwater Horizon oil spill impacts, development of rapid analytical methods for environmental monitoring, and emerging concerns like plastic-debris mediated oil transport. Her research spans chemical oceanography, environmental chemistry, and biogeochemistry with strong policy relevance. White's research group has secured significant funding from: National Science Foundation (NSF) American Chemical Society Petroleum Research Foundation (ACS-PRF) Gulf of Mexico Research Initiative (GoMRI) National Academies Gulf Research Program (GRP) Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation She leads an active research team at Haverford College that collaborates with students and external partners to address critical marine environmental challenges. Her work is inspired by diverse topics including Inhabited Sea, Marine Life of Mumbai, Kitchen Oceanography, The Deep Sea, and the Periodic Table of Elements in the Ocean.

James Makinsonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Behavioral Ecology
• Animal Communication
• Collective Decision-Making
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Doctor James Makinson is a Research Fellow at the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment (HIE), Western Sydney University. His research focuses on the foraging ecology and communication behavior of social Hymenoptera, particularly stingless bees, honey bees, and bumblebees. He leads studies on stingless bee pollination of tropical crops like macadamia, avocado, lychee, and mango, leveraging telemetry and hive monitoring technology. Previous Positions : Previously at Queen Mary University of London and Rothamsted Research, he used harmonic radar to track honeybee and bumblebee flight paths. His PhD at the University of Sydney explored collective behavior in honeybee swarms, analyzing waggle dance communication. Research Interests : Makinson’s work spans behavioral ecology, animal communication, collective decision-making, pollination systems, and foraging strategies. He emphasizes translating ecological insights into practical pollination management strategies for agriculture. Grants & Collaborations : Key projects include: Supporting Australian stingless bee industry expansion (Hort Innovation Australia, 2023–2028) Climate change impacts on mango pollinators (Australia-India Council, 2022–2025) Global pollinator trends analysis (HIE collaborations with international teams) Awards : Recognized for science communication (FameLab 2014), research excellence (Anne Sleep Award 2017), and postgraduate scholarships (APA, Endeavour Fellowship). Labs/Teams : Works within HIE’s Plants-Animals Interactions theme, collaborating with Prof. James Cook and others on pollination networks and insect behavior. His fieldwork spans Australia, Thailand, the UK, and Spain.

Darin McNeilمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Wildlife Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Forest Birds
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Darin McNeil is an Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Management at the University of Kentucky's Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. He leads the McNeil Lab, focusing on wildlife population responses to conservation actions, particularly forest birds in the eastern United States. Ph.D. in Natural Resources from Cornell University (2019) M.S. in Biology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (2015) B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife from Michigan State University (2013) Research emphasizes: Forest management impacts on bird populations Avian demographic responses to conservation practices Non-target species effects of habitat programs Integration of theoretical ecology (metapopulation theory, source/sink dynamics) Current projects involve: Bobwhite demography and movement tracking Eastern Whip-poor-will lifecycle ecology Timber management effects on Golden-winged Warblers Nectar sampling studies for pollinator conservation The lab develops novel methodologies including: Low-cost acoustic survey techniques LiDAR applications for habitat analysis Field training video series (CEAP Avian Training)

Kaitlin Campbellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Invertebrate Zoology
• Entomology
• Pollinator Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kaitlin Campbell is Associate Professor & Assistant Chair of Biology at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, specializing in invertebrate ecology since 2016. She earned her PhD in Ecology, Evolution and Environmental Biology from Miami University after completing BS/MS degrees at The Ohio State University. Her research examines 'the little things that run the world' through projects on: Pollinator garden impacts on native bee communities Plant diversity effects on ant biodiversity Fire ant ecosystem impacts Organic crop management systems Ant-associated mite biodiversity As Co-PI of the Kids in the Garden Grant, she integrates research with the UNCP Campus Garden and Apiary. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches across entomology, conservation technology, and science education, with consistent focus on arthropod biodiversity patterns across spatial scales and human-modified landscapes.

• Insect Behavior
• Ecology
• Entomology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Tanya Latty is an entomologist at the University of Sydney's School of Life and Environmental Sciences. She holds a BSc in Biology and Environmental Science from Trent University (Canada) and a PhD in Insect Ecology from the University of Calgary (Canada). Her research focuses on insect behavior and ecology, with interdisciplinary collaborations spanning mathematics, computer science, and operations research. She is a member of the Sydney Institute of Agriculture and leads studies on pollination systems, swarm intelligence, and sustainable insect management. Her current projects include a systems approach to optimizing crop pollination via companion flowers (funded by ARC Future Fellowship) and assessing impacts of prescribed burning on honeybees (AgriFutures Australia grant). She has published extensively on topics like ant transportation networks, slime mould decision-making, and urban bee ecology. Media engagements include features on Quirks & Quarks discussing slime mould cognition and ant navigation. Research themes include bio-inspired technology development, pollination ecology, and invertebrate conservation. Her lab emphasizes Indigenous land acknowledgments, recognizing Gadigal traditional custodianship. Grants total over $2M in recent years, supporting both fundamental and applied ecological research.

Dan Charbonneauمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social Insect Behavior
• Biostatistics
• Applied Data Mining
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dan Charbonneau is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the College of Information Science at the University of Arizona, specializing in behavioral ecology and data science. His research focuses on social insect behavior, biostatistics, and applying data engineering methods to biological questions. He holds a PhD in Entomology from the University of Arizona and has prior postdoctoral experience at Arizona State University and the University of Pennsylvania. Education: PhD in Entomology, University of Arizona His research explores how decentralized systems like ant colonies allocate tasks, particularly examining 'inactive' workers and their roles in colony efficiency. He develops tools like ABCTracker to analyze collective behavior patterns, integrating biostatistics and computer vision. Research Trends: His articles consistently investigate task allocation mechanisms in social insects, emphasizing spatial interactions, aging effects, and bio-inspired technology applications. Key themes include colony resilience, sensor networks, and modeling collective behavior. Grants & Advising: His work bridges ecological studies with data science, though specific grants or advised students are not detailed here. He contributes to the Environmental, Health and Biological Sciences program within the College of Information Science. Labs/Teams: Engages in collaborative projects applying data engineering to biological systems, though specific lab affiliations are unspecified.