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Ed Cho is a Lecturer in the Department of Economics at the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA), where he has been profiled for his work on the "The Economy of Education" in the student-run digital magazine SHIFT . He has received the Golden Apple Award for teaching excellence. His office is located at 238 Lorch Hall, with office hours Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Research Interests : Ed Cho's publications span interdisciplinary topics connecting economics with ecological systems, focusing on soil agroecology, fungal phenology, and urban agriculture. Scientific Awards : Golden Apple Award Publications Overview : His work includes systems theory applied to soil dynamics, ant-mediated microbial landscapes, and biochar applications in urban agroecology, with recent contributions examining fungal community behavior and soil health interventions.

• Economics of Education
• Public Finance
• Ecology
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Professor PJ Cullen is a faculty member at the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Sydney, and a member of the Sydney Institute of Agriculture, The Net Zero Institute, and The University of Sydney Nano Institute. He holds a B.Agr.Sc. and PhD from University College Dublin, Ireland. Prior to joining the University of Sydney in 2019, he was a professor at the University of Nottingham, UK, and held academic roles at UNSW Sydney and Technological University Dublin. His research focuses on plasma technologies for sustainable solutions in agriculture, energy, water purification, and biomedical applications, including non-thermal plasma for fertilizer-free plant growth and plasma-activated water for disinfection. Research interests include atmospheric plasmas for food safety, non-thermal plasma in agriculture, and thermal plasmas for elemental analysis (e.g., detecting arsenic in food). He leads projects on plasma-driven ammonia synthesis and green chemistry, with over 300 publications and recognition as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2017–2022). As CEO of PlasmaLeap Technologies, he translates research into industrial applications. Key awards include the 2014 ASABE Rain Bird Engineering Concept of the Year Award for plasma-based food decontamination. Current research students include Susanna KURIAN (PFAS treatment) and Wanping XU (ammonia production). His work emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, linking plasma physics, agriculture, and engineering. Notable projects involve plasma bubbles for wastewater treatment, sustainable nitrogen fixation, and biofilm eradication using plasma-activated water. He also explores plasma applications in renewable energy and rare earth element recovery from mining waste.

• Plasma Technology
• Environmental Engineering
• Agricultural Science
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Katharine (Kate) Maher is a Professor of Earth System Science at Stanford University and holds a courtesy appointment in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences. She is also a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment. Her expertise spans interdisciplinary Earth science, integrating hydrological, chemical, and biological processes to address global environmental challenges. Education: Ph.D., Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of California, Berkeley (2005) M.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering (Fluid Mechanics/Hydrology), University of California, Berkeley (2001) B.A., Environmental Earth Sciences, Dartmouth College (1999) Research interests focus on the carbon cycle, including historical CO2 impacts, soil carbon dynamics, and modern CO₂ removal strategies. She employs reactive transport modeling and advanced analytical techniques like ICP-MS to study biogeochemical processes in floodplains, shale formations, and critical zone environments. Her work bridges subsurface hydrology, isotopic fractionation, and climate feedback mechanisms, emphasizing the role of functional complexity in soil organic carbon persistence and the influence of hydroclimate on weathering gradients. Her awards include the James B. Macelwane Medal (2015) for outstanding contributions to geophysical sciences and the Allan Cox Medal (2012) for mentoring undergraduate research. This reflects her dual focus on scientific innovation and education. Advising and grants involve mentoring students and securing funding for projects on hydraulic fracturing impacts, shale-fluid interactions, and airborne geophysical surveys. Her collaborative efforts span institutions and disciplines, advancing environmental monitoring and sustainable resource management. Labs and fieldwork include studies in Colorado’s Slate River Floodplain and the Rifle Aquifer, leveraging geophysical data and reactive transport modeling to explore subsurface processes and contaminant dynamics.

• Carbon Cycle
• Environmental Science
• Geochemistry
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Professor Bogdan Dlugogorski is a distinguished academic and researcher in the Energy and Resources Institute at the Faculty of Science and Technology . He holds dual doctorates in Fire Safety Science (Newcastle) and Chemical Engineering (McGill), with additional engineering degrees from the University of Calgary. His research focuses on advancing sustainable industrial processes through innovations in lithium mineral refinement, fluorine-free firefighting foams, and pollution mitigation strategies. Key achievements include supervising over 50 PhD students (many now global academics), developing award-winning environmental technologies, and holding leadership roles in international fire safety organizations. His work addresses critical challenges in energy storage, circular economy implementation, and reducing environmental impacts of industrial processes. Notable recognitions include the prestigious Howard Emmons Lectureship and multiple fellowships from engineering and science institutions. Current projects involve decarbonizing lithium extraction processes, recycling brominated flame retardants, and improving fire safety standards through advanced material science. With an H-index of 54 and over 3,600 citations, his research spans combustion kinetics, pollution control, and sustainable resource management.

• Lithium Mineral Processing
• Fire Safety Engineering
• Environmental Pollution Mitigation
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Dimosthenis L. Giokas is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Ioannina, Greece. His research focuses on analytical chemistry, environmental chemistry, nanotechnology, and their applications in sample preparation, spectroscopic analysis, and environmental remediation. He holds editorial roles in journals like Microchimica Acta and Separations, and has received several reviewing awards for his contributions to peer review processes. Educational Background: BSc in Environmental Sciences, MSc in Chemical Technology, PhD in Analytical Chemistry His research interests span molecular and atomic spectroscopy, liquid chromatography, chemiluminescence, microfluidic devices, and the development of low-cost analytical tools like paper-based assays. He has pioneered methodologies for trace metal analysis using vesicular surfactant assemblies and nanomaterial-based sensors. His work addresses environmental challenges such as water purification, heavy metal remediation, and pollutant detection in natural waters. Recent research highlights include the creation of superhydrophobic cotton filters for oil spill cleanup, MOF-based sorbents for heavy metal removal, and photography-based UV photometry for field diagnostics. His contributions have been recognized through awards like the Best Oral Communication at SEQA 2017 and multiple reviewer excellence certificates. Key Contributions: Over 200 peer-reviewed articles, patents on superhydrophobic materials, and editorial leadership in analytical chemistry journals.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Nanotechnology
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Dr. Shadi Saadeh is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering Management at California State University, Long Beach, College of Engineering. He joined CSULB in 2007 after research positions at Texas Transportation Institute (2003-2005) and Louisiana Transportation Research Center (2006-2007). His research focuses on experimental characterization and modeling of highway materials, with emphasis on sustainable infrastructure development. Education includes: BSc Civil Engineering - University of Jordan (1997) MSc Civil Engineering - Washington State University (2002) PhD Civil Engineering - Texas A&M University (2005) Research spans granular material behavior, asphalt technology, and advanced characterization using X-ray CT and image analysis. Recent work emphasizes sustainable materials including recycled plastics, biochar additives, and permeable pavements to reduce environmental impact. Publications demonstrate strong focus on pavement performance testing (82% of recent articles), recycling technologies (43%), and advanced material characterization (37%). Trends show increasing emphasis on sustainability aspects since 2020.

• Granular Materials
• Asphalt Mixes
• Pavement Design
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Prof. Wolfram Spreer is a Professor at HSWT (Hochschule Weiden) in the Department of Agriculture, Food, and Nutrition, part of the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition. He specializes in sustainable agricultural practices with a focus on irrigation management, crop physiology, and tropical fruit production systems. His research emphasizes optimizing water use efficiency, developing innovative irrigation systems, and improving postharvest quality through advanced monitoring technologies. Key areas of expertise include mango and longan production optimization in Thailand and Myanmar, biochar applications in soil amendment, and thermal imaging for crop stress assessment. He leads major projects such as the 'Innovative methods in modern greenhouse systems for Tunisian tomato production' and has collaborated on international initiatives like the Thailand-Japan mango export quality studies. His work integrates machine learning (Random Forests, ANN) with agricultural data analysis, advancing precision agriculture through sensor-based monitoring and predictive modeling. Over 30 years of research output (1980s–present) demonstrates consistent contributions to tropical horticulture, water-saving techniques, and postharvest technology for perishable commodities. Current projects involve developing guidelines for industrial waste heat utilization in agriculture and assessing the economic viability of water-saving irrigation methods in upland regions. Collaboration with international teams and industry partners underpins his applied research approach.

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Irrigation Management
• Crop Physiology
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Morgan Hawker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fresno. She holds a B.S. in Chemistry from UC Santa Cruz and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Colorado State University. Her postdoctoral work at Tufts University focused on silk-based biomedical materials through the NIH-funded TEACRS program. Her research focuses on plasma-modifying polymeric materials for biomedical applications, including natural polymers like silk fibroin. Key areas include tuning material surface chemistry, developing hydrophobic materials, and creating functionalized biomaterials. Teaching emphasizes general/physical chemistry with a focus on growth mindset and metacognitive strategies. Dr. Hawker’s lab actively engages undergraduates in synthesizing, modifying, and characterizing polymers. She has secured NIH grants for biomedical materials research and maintains a lab website (Hawker Research Lab). Professional activities include teaching Chem 1A, Chem 1AL, and advanced courses in physical chemistry. Her work bridges material science and education innovation, with notable contributions in plasma surface engineering and specifications grading methodologies in STEM education.

• Biomedical Materials
• Polymer Chemistry
• Plasma Processing
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Elisabeth Grohmann is a Professor of Microbiology at the Berlin University of Technology (Department of Life Sciences and Technology) and holds concurrent roles as a Professor and Group Leader in the Department of Infectious Diseases at the University Hospital Freiburg. Her career includes positions such as Visiting Researcher at the University of the Basque Country (Spain) and postdoctoral fellowships in Spain and Austria. She specializes in microbial genetics, conjugative plasmids, antibiotic resistance, and environmental microbiology. Her research focuses on mechanisms of horizontal gene transfer, biofilm formation, and the impact of wastewater irrigation on microbial communities. Education: PhD in Molecular Biology (Graz University of Technology, 1994), Habilitation in Molecular Biology (Technical University of Berlin, 2003). Research Interests: Conjugative plasmid transfer in Gram-positive bacteria, antibiotic resistance dissemination, microbial biofilms, environmental microbiology, and pathogen adaptation in extreme environments such as space habitats. She leads the AG Grohmann lab, which investigates antimicrobial resistance mechanisms and develops novel antimicrobial surface coatings. Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on type IV secretion systems, AGXX antimicrobial coatings, and the role of wastewater irrigation in ARG spread. Key contributions include identifying TraG/TraM proteins in Enterococcus conjugation and demonstrating the efficacy of AGXX coatings against multi-resistant pathogens. Lab Members: PhD students (e.g., Michelle Bölcke, Florian Martin), postdocs (Leila Soufi, Daniela Wischer), and collaborations with institutions like the University of Freiburg and the ISS space mission teams.

• Microbiology
• Antibiotic Resistance
• Conjugative Plasmids
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Paola Foladori is Associate Professor at University of Trento's Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering. Her research specializes in advanced wastewater treatment technologies including membrane bioreactors, flow cytometry applications, and microalgal-bacterial systems. Recent work focuses on wastewater-based epidemiology for SARS-CoV-2 surveillance, microplastic removal techniques, and sustainable nutrient recovery methods. Pioneered flow cytometry applications for rapid microbial analysis in treatment plants. Current investigations examine biochar from waste materials for pollutant adsorption. Research contributes to energy efficiency in wastewater treatment, benchmarking consumption patterns across Italian plants. Teaches fundamental courses in wastewater treatment processes and environmental engineering principles.

• Wastewater Treatment
• Membrane Bioreactors
• Flow Cytometry
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Héctor Miguel Conesa Alcaraz is a Full Professor at the Polytechnic University of Cartagena (Spain), affiliated with the Higher Technical School of Agricultural Engineering. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor (2016–2023) and held a Ramón y Cajal Tenure Track position (2011–2016). He earned a PhD in Agricultural Engineering and has extensive experience in postdoctoral research at institutions like ETH Zurich (Switzerland). His research focuses on soil contamination, phytomanagement of mining areas, and edaphological processes in semiarid environments. Key research interests include: (1) phytoremediation strategies for metal-contaminated soils, (2) plant-soil interactions under stress conditions, (3) organic amendments for soil restoration, and (4) ecological restoration of degraded landscapes. He has supervised 3 PhD theses and contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles, including high-impact journals like Science of the Total Environment and Environmental Geochemistry and Health. Conesa leads projects such as the EU-funded SOILPROM (modeling pollutant transport in ecosystems) and national grants like FiAmbRes (phytomanagement of mining wastes). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining soil science, plant physiology, and environmental engineering. Media engagements include TV appearances and articles in regional newspapers discussing soil restoration and ecological solutions for contaminated sites. Teaching includes subjects on agricultural chemistry and soil management at the undergraduate and graduate levels. His lab collaborates internationally with institutions like ETH Zurich and CEBAS-CSIC, addressing global challenges in environmental sustainability and soil health.

• Phytomanagement
• Soil Contamination
• Environmental Geochemistry
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Dr. Francisco José Jiménez Cárceles is an Associate Professor at the Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena, affiliated with the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry within the School of Agricultural Engineering. He holds a PhD in Biology from the same university (2006) and specializes in environmental science, focusing on coastal ecosystems, soil biogeochemistry, and ecotoxicology. His research emphasizes nutrient dynamics, heavy metal contamination, and phytoremediation strategies in Mediterranean environments. Education: PhD in Biology (2006), Universidad Politécnica de Cartagena Research Interests: Dr. Jiménez Cárceles investigates the functional role of coastal wetlands and salt marshes in mitigating pollution (e.g., nutrient and metal contamination) in ecosystems like the Mar Menor Lagoon. His work integrates soil science, plant physiology, and ecological restoration, particularly in semiarid regions. He explores phytomanagement techniques using native vegetation and biochar to remediate mine tailings and eutrophic waters. Grants & Contracts: Lead researcher in projects funded by Spanish Ministry of Science (e.g., CGL2014-54029-R, PID2020-118941RA-I00) Consultancy contracts with regional governments for environmental monitoring and conservation (e.g., Wetland Protected Area monitoring) Awards: ANECA Accreditation as Associate Professor (2013–2018). Research metrics: H-index 8, 159 total citations, 10 Q1 publications. Teaching & Mentorship: Taught courses on Environmental Impact Assessment and supervised the thesis of Isabel María Párraga Aguado. Collaborates with Dr. José Álvarez Rogel's research group. Consultancy & Industry: Manager of Tecoma S.L., an environmental consulting firm specializing in ecological restoration, water quality studies, and environmental management systems.

• Environmental Science
• Soil Chemistry
• Ecotoxicology
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Professor Hongqi Sun is a Professor of Chemistry and ARC Future Fellow at the School of Molecular Sciences, University of Western Australia. He leads research in catalysis using nanostructured materials for solar-to-chemical/fuel conversion (e.g., hydrogen) and environmental remediation. His work addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy, environmental protection, and sustainable resource management. Roles: Node Leader (Chemicals for Space, International Space Centre), Board Director (Minerals Research Institute of WA), Delegate (Australia-USA Hydrogen Partnerships). Grants: ARC/Australia-USA partnerships, industry collaborations (e.g., Tianqi Lithium). Awards: 2023 WA Premier’s Mid-Career Scientist of the Year, Highly Cited Researcher (Clarivate, 2019–2022), Top 40 Australian Research Superstars (2020). Research interests span hydrogen production, solar energy, catalysis, nanomaterials, and lithium resource valorization. Recent projects include decarbonization via lithium carbonate production from CO₂ emissions and circular economy innovations in Australia’s lithium sector. Publications focus on advanced oxidation processes, photocatalysis, and sustainable catalytic systems. Key contributions include carbon nitride-based catalysts, single-atom catalyst engineering, and Fenton-like reaction mechanisms. Grants/Projects: 5 active ARC grants (e.g., photothermal catalysis for hydrogen, 3D solar-driven ammonia conversion). Labs/Teams: Leads international collaborations in clean energy, environmental remediation, and space chemicals research.

• Hydrogen Production Technologies
• Solar Energy
• Catalysis
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Mauro Pazmino Betancourth is a Research Associate in the Host-Parasite Interactions & Pathogenesis group at the University of Glasgow. His research focuses on developing mid-infrared spectroscopy and machine learning techniques for vector surveillance, particularly in mosquitoes and tsetse flies. He holds a Biotechnology Engineering degree from the Armed Forces University in Ecuador, a Master's in Parasitology and Vector Biology from Keele University, and a multidisciplinary PhD in quantum cascade laser applications for mosquito surveillance funded by the Lord Kelvin Adam Smith Scholarship. His work emphasizes improving disease surveillance through innovative spectroscopic methods, including age-grading mosquitoes to assess their disease transmission potential. Key areas include malaria and African trypanosomiasis control, with datasets generated from laboratory and field studies. He has presented at international conferences such as the PanAfrican Mosquito Control Association (PAMCA) and the British Society for Parasitology. Grants include funding from the Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland (2024–2025) and Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (2023–2024). His research outputs span peer-reviewed articles, conference proceedings, and datasets related to mosquito ageing, spectral analysis, and public health applications.

• Vector Biology
• Mosquito Surveillance
• Mid-Infrared Spectroscopy
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Saeed Yari is a Research Fellow and Project Leader in the Electrochemical Engineering group at Hasselt University (Belgium). He specializes in post-Li-ion battery technologies, focusing on electrode heterogeneity, cell aging dynamics, and in-situ characterization techniques. His work bridges theoretical insights with experimental validations, addressing challenges in battery performance and longevity. Yari holds a PhD from Hasselt University (2017–2021), supervised by Prof. M. Safari, following a Master’s in Materials Engineering from the University of Tehran (2013) and a Bachelor’s from the University of Tabriz (2010). His research has explored nano-composite coatings, electrodeposition processes, and advanced battery materials. His articles emphasize battery electrode design, polysulfide regulation in Li-S systems, and solid-state electrolytes. Key themes include current distribution in large-area electrodes, fracture-induced aging in cathodes, and the impact of surface modifications on electrochemical performance. Yari leads projects on next-generation energy storage systems, particularly post-Li-ion technologies. His contributions span both fundamental electrochemistry and applied material science, addressing global energy storage challenges.

• Electrochemical Engineering
• Battery Technology
• Materials Science
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