جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Environmental Toxicology
• Wildlife Ecology
• Marine Pollution
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Tomasz Maciej Ciesielski is a Research Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) specializing in environmental toxicology within Arctic and marine ecosystems. His work focuses on contaminant bioaccumulation, biomonitoring, and ecological impacts of pollutants. His research spans critical environmental domains: Environmental Toxicology of emerging contaminants Arctic wildlife biomonitoring using reindeer and seabirds Rare earth elements as pollution tracers Heavy metal and PFAS bioaccumulation pathways Long-term environmental change assessment Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on Arctic contamination dynamics, particularly through studies of Svalbard reindeer antlers (mercury history), seabird plasma (metal exposure), and fjord waters (pollutant tracing). His work consistently bridges field ecology with advanced analytical chemistry. Professor Ciesielski actively supervises graduate students, having guided four theses to completion between 2019-2023. His collaborative network spans European institutions, with frequent co-authorship on high-impact environmental journals. Current research includes 2024-2025 studies on hunting stress physiology, contaminant transfer in bird eggs, and novel PFAS detection in marine birds, indicating sustained research activity and likely active grant funding.

Murat ÖZBEKمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Freshwater Amphipoda
• Taxonomy
• Hydrobiology
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Professor Murat ÖZBEK is a distinguished faculty member at Ege University's Faculty of Fisheries, Department of Basic Fisheries Sciences, specializing in the Department of Inland Water Biology. With over 30 years of experience at the university, he has developed an extensive collection of freshwater invertebrates spanning diverse habitats across Türkiye, from mountain lakes to lowland rivers. Professor Özbek's primary research focuses on the taxonomy of freshwater amphipod species of Turkey , particularly within the Gammarus and Echinogammarus genera. He and his colleagues also conduct significant research on the ecological characteristics of macrobenthic invertebrates inhabiting Turkish freshwaters. His work has led to the discovery and description of numerous new amphipod species, contributing substantially to our understanding of Anatolian freshwater biodiversity. His publication record demonstrates consistent research output across multiple decades, with recent work (2022-2023) continuing to describe new species and analyze freshwater ecosystems. The research spans various subfields including cave biology, stream ecology, morphometrics, and biogeography, with particular emphasis on Anatolian endemism and species differentiation. His studies often incorporate both morphological and molecular approaches to species identification and phylogenetic analysis. Professor Özek has made significant contributions to documenting Turkey's freshwater biodiversity, with numerous publications in international journals including Turkish Journal of Zoology, Zoology in the Middle East, Zootaxa, and Crustaceana. His work provides critical baseline data for conservation efforts and environmental monitoring programs across Anatolian freshwater ecosystems. His research methodology involves extensive field sampling across diverse freshwater habitats, detailed morphological examinations, and increasingly sophisticated molecular analyses. He has conducted studies throughout Turkey's major biogeographic regions, contributing to comprehensive understanding of freshwater invertebrate distribution patterns and ecological requirements.

Rafał Olszyńskiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Diatom Taxonomy
• Aquatic Ecology
• Anthropogenic Ecosystems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rafał Olszyński serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Algology and Mycology within the Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection at the University of Lodz since October 2022. His academic journey at the university began with part-time bachelor's studies in Environmental Protection in 2006, followed by full-time master's studies completed with distinction in 2012, and doctoral research culminating in a defended dissertation in March 2021 titled "Species Diversity and Autecology of Diatoms in Aquatic Ecosystems of Anthropogenic Origin". His research focuses on diatom ecology and taxonomy, with particular emphasis on inter- and intra-species variability, development of new indicator values for diatoms, and studies of diatom communities in anthropogenic ecosystems such as post-mining reservoirs. Since 2022, he has established a freshwater diatom culture laboratory for ecological and taxonomic research. Key interests include molecular methods for diatom analysis, which represent a growing focus in his recent work. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong concentration on diatom taxonomy in anthropogenic environments, with significant contributions to new species descriptions (including Nitzschia nandorii , Aulacoseira pseudomuzzanensis , and Chamaepinnularia plinskii ), ecological indicator development, and interdisciplinary applications in biofouling prevention. His work bridges phycology, environmental science, and materials engineering, particularly evident in his research on anti-biocorrosion coatings. Marshal of Łódź Voivodeship Award for best dissertations and works related to Łódź Voivodeship (December 2022) Dr. Olszyński contributes to major international research projects including Biodiversa+ DNAquaIMG (2024) on aquatic biodiversity monitoring using DNA tools and image recognition, and previously served as executor for the LIDER/5/0011 project on anti-biocorrosion coatings (2022-2023). His teaching responsibilities span Biology, Forensic Biology, Environmental Protection, and Ecocity programs. Outside academia, he pursues diving (primarily in the Red Sea), Norwegian language learning, and interests in science fiction literature and gaming.

• Lichenology
• Forest Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
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Paweł Czarnota is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ecology and Environmental Protection at Rzeszów University, Poland. With over 100 publications and significant research impact (over 32,000 reads and 1,483 citations), he is a leading researcher in lichenology and forest ecology in Central Europe. Dr. Czarnota's research focuses on several key areas: Lichen biodiversity and conservation in the Carpathian Mountains Effects of natural disturbances (windstorms, bark beetle outbreaks) on forest ecosystems Chemical properties and potential applications of lichen secondary metabolites Wildlife ecology and conservation, particularly large carnivores like Eurasian lynx Forest dynamics and biomass changes in mountain ecosystems His recent publications (2022-2024) demonstrate a strong focus on lichen diversity in managed and protected forests, the ecological role of lichens as bioindicators, and the potential pharmacological applications of lichen compounds. His work often bridges pure taxonomy with applied conservation biology, making significant contributions to both theoretical understanding and practical conservation strategies in Central European ecosystems. Dr. Czarnota leads research activities in several key areas: Lichenology and biodiversity assessment in Polish forests Wildlife monitoring using camera traps in protected areas Chemical analysis of lichen compounds for potential medical applications

Andrei Tsurykauمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Lichens
• Mycology
• Biodiversity
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Andrei Tsurykau is a Professor at the Department of Biology, Francisk Skorina Gomel State University in Gomel, Belarus. His research spans lichenology, mycology, biodiversity, and chemotaxonomy, with a focus on taxonomic revisions, fungal ecology, and conservation biology in Eastern Europe. He earned his PhD from the same institution (2005–2009) and maintains an active research profile. His work emphasizes the taxonomy and distribution of lichen genera such as Usnea , Sarcogyne , and Parmelia , utilizing morphological, chemical, and molecular approaches. Primary research interests include: Lichen and fungal diversity in Belarus and Northern Eurasia Chemotaxonomy of secondary metabolites Conservation strategies for cryptogamic species Lichens as bioindicators in forest ecosystems Tsurykau's recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong focus on taxonomic revisions, regional biodiversity surveys, and contributions to global fungal classification systems. His articles frequently address species discovery in understudied regions like Belarus, Kamchatka, and the Baltic, integrating field ecology with laboratory analysis. He actively collaborates with international mycological consortia and contributes to foundational resources like the Outline of Fungi . No awards, students, or contact details are documented in the source material.

Timothy Beckerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Genomics
• Deep Learning
• Generative Modeling
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Timothy Becker serves as the John D. MacArthur Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Connecticut College, where he joined in 2023. His research focuses on transforming complex datasets into functional instruments through advanced computational techniques. His academic background includes: B.M. in Music Production from The Hartt School of Music B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Hartford Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Connecticut Becker specializes in genomics applications but maintains active interdisciplinary collaborations in ecology and transportation. His core methodology integrates deep learning, generative modeling, and data visualization to develop open-source software tools. He emphasizes practical implementations for real-world data analysis and creates interactive tutorials to foster persistent student learning. His publication record from 2018-2025 reveals consistent contributions to bioinformatics and environmental data science, particularly in structural variation analysis and river connectivity modeling. Key trends include developing neural network frameworks for genomic data integration and creating visualization methods for multi-omic datasets. Becker actively seeks undergraduate research collaborators, encouraging students with domain-specific data or research questions to initiate projects. His interdisciplinary approach connects computer science with life sciences and environmental studies through numerous cross-institutional partnerships.

Sophie Lund Rasmussenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Wildlife Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Mammalogy
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Sophie Lund Rasmussen is an Assistant Professor at The Natural History Museum, University of Copenhagen, where she focuses on European hedgehog conservation. Known as "Dr Hedgehog," she has dedicated her career to understanding and protecting hedgehogs through scientific research and public engagement, with over 2,865 media features across 47 countries. Her educational background includes: PhD in Biology from University of Southern Denmark (2019) MSc in Biology from University of Copenhagen (2013) BSc in Biology from University of Copenhagen (2010) Dr. Rasmussen previously held postdoctoral positions at University of Oxford (2021-2023) and Aalborg University (2020-2021), and is currently a Research Fellow at University of Oxford. She gained prominence through her "Danish Hedgehog Project" (2016-2019), which engaged over 400 citizen scientists to collect and analyze 697 dead hedgehogs across Denmark, enabling research into genetics, parasitology, MRSA prevalence, pesticide accumulation, and dental health. Her research encompasses multiple aspects of hedgehog biology and conservation, including microbiome composition, food choice, and the impacts of human technologies like robotic lawn mowers. In 2024, she played a key role in the IUCN Red List assessment that changed the European hedgehog's status from "Least Concern" to "Near Threatened," leading to her invitation to address the European Parliament on hedgehog conservation. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach, combining field studies with laboratory analyses to address practical conservation challenges. Her scientific recognition includes: Top Downloaded Paper Award (2020) Best Paper Award (2025) Dr. Rasmussen maintains an active outreach presence through her website www.drhedgehog.org and has developed significant collaborations with wildlife rehabilitation centers across Europe. She is currently leading efforts to develop an EU Conservation Strategy for the European hedgehog, building on her IUCN assessment work and leveraging her extensive network of international collaborators to translate research findings into concrete conservation actions.

• Forest Ecology
• Biogeochemistry
• Heavy Metal Pollution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mads Frederik Hovmand is a Senior Researcher in the Department of Biology within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in terrestrial ecology. His current work focuses on heavy metal inventories for Copenhagen Municipalities and chemical analyses of biomass and bio-ash from power plants. Affiliated with the Terrestrial Ecology section, he maintains an active research profile through project leadership and scientific collaboration. His research interests center on quantifying inputs of plant nutrients (N, Ca, K, Mg, P) and trace elements to forest ecosystems. Element inputs originate from atmospheric deposition (dominant 1950-1990), sludge/manure applications, and wood ash recycling from energy production. With over 35 years of expertise in chemical analyses of soil, biomass, water, aerosols, fuel, and ash, his work bridges environmental monitoring and practical forest management solutions. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward sustainable wood ash utilization in forestry, examining soil pH dynamics, cadmium accumulation risks, and nutrient cycling impacts. His interdisciplinary approach integrates soil science, ecotoxicology, and biogeochemistry to address heavy metal contamination while promoting circular economy principles in agricultural and forest systems. Hovmand has led significant projects including the BARC-project (2018-2023) on wood ash application to sandy soils and the ASHBACK-project (2013-2017) focused on forest fertilization. His collaborative network spans multiple Danish institutions including Aarhus University and the National Environmental Research Institute, with publications appearing in high-impact journals like Environmental Pollution and Science of the Total Environment . His laboratory work emphasizes practical applications for municipal forestry management, particularly through chemical analysis of soil and biomass samples. Current efforts focus on optimizing wood ash recycling protocols to balance nutrient replenishment with heavy metal contamination risks in Danish forest ecosystems.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Ornithology
• Coevolution
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Wei Liang is a Professor at Hainan Normal University in Haikou, China, where he has been employed since October 2007. He holds a PhD from Beijing Normal University (1997-2000). His research focuses on behavioral ecology and coevolutionary dynamics, with specialization in avian brood parasitism systems, particularly cuckoo-host interactions across China. Primary research interests include: Behavioral adaptations of birds to urbanization Coevolutionary arms races in avian brood parasitism Geographic variation in anti-parasite defenses Acoustic communication and deception in birds Urban ecology and conservation bioindicators Liang's recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate strong focus on: Avian responses to urban environments Cuckoo-host behavioral interactions Egg rejection cognition across species Acoustic signaling and deception Morphological predictors of avian traits with fieldwork concentrated across diverse Chinese ecosystems.

• Marine Biology
• Environmental Science
• Biotechnology
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Federica Rebecchi serves as a Research Fellow within the Department of Pure and Applied Sciences (DiSPeA) at the University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Italy. Her academic profile centers on marine environmental research, utilizing benthic foraminifera as model organisms to assess anthropogenic impacts and develop biotechnological restoration tools. Her role involves experimental studies on electrical pollution effects and innovative device development for ecosystem monitoring. Her research spans Marine Biology, Environmental Science, and Biotechnology with specific focus on foraminiferal responses to electrical stimulation, Arduino-based pollution simulation, and flow cytometric environmental diagnostics. She pioneers low-cost biotechnological solutions for marine conservation, investigating physiological mechanisms in benthic organisms while addressing electromagnetic pollution challenges through interdisciplinary approaches combining marine ecology, electrophysiology, and engineering. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals a cohesive trajectory in marine environmental biotechnology, consistently employing foraminifera as bioindicators across electrical stimulation experiments, cytometric diagnostics, and pollution simulation. Her work demonstrates increasing emphasis on restoration technologies, particularly through foraminiferal-based biotechnologies for anthropogenic impact mitigation as evidenced by her 2025 publication, highlighting practical applications for marine ecosystem health. No scientific awards or honors were documented in the provided source materials. Information regarding academic advising of students or secured research grants was not included in the available text. The provided materials do not specify any dedicated laboratories or collaborative research teams associated with Dr. Rebecchi's work, though her publications indicate active collaboration with researchers including Fabrizio Frontalini, Patrizia Ambrogini, and Davide Lattanzi on marine environmental projects.

Tatjana Mijošek Pavinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Environmental Toxicology
• Metal Bioaccumulation
• Aquatic Ecosystem Pollution
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tatjana Mijošek Pavin is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Laboratory for the biological effects of metals within the Institute for Marine and Environmental Research at Rudjer Boskovic Institute in Zagreb, Croatia. She holds a PhD in Biological responses in indicator organisms to wastewater exposure in Dinaric and Pannonian rivers from the Faculty of Science, Zagreb (2021), and a Master's degree in Morphological and genetic diversity of populations of the invasive crayfish Pacifastacus leniusculus from the same institution (2015). Her educational background includes doctoral research at the University of Zagreb focusing on biomarker responses in aquatic organisms exposed to wastewater in Croatian river systems. Her Master's thesis examined genetic diversity of invasive crayfish populations, establishing her early interest in aquatic ecology and anthropogenic impacts on freshwater systems. Dr. Mijošek Pavin's research program centers on environmental toxicology with emphasis on metal bioaccumulation in aquatic food webs. She investigates how wastewater discharges affect metal(loid) distribution in karst river ecosystems, particularly the Krka River in Croatia. Her innovative work explores acanthocephalan parasites as sensitive bioindicators of environmental pollution, examining molecular mechanisms through transcriptomics and advanced imaging techniques. She has developed expertise in electrochemical determination of metallothioneins, metal distribution in fish calcified structures, and multi-biomarker approaches to assess ecological risks. Analysis of her publication record reveals a sophisticated evolution from basic ecotoxicology to integrated molecular approaches. Her recent work combines traditional biomonitoring with cutting-edge techniques like NanoSIMS imaging and CiteSpace literature analysis. A consistent theme is the examination of parasite-host systems as environmental sentinels, with particular attention to spatial and temporal patterns of pollution in karst hydrological systems. While specific awards are not documented in the available information, her extensive publication record in high-impact journals including Scientific Reports, Environmental Pollution, and Science of the Total Environment indicates significant recognition within the environmental toxicology community. Dr. Mijošek Pavin actively participates in collaborative research networks, frequently co-authoring with Vlatka Filipović Marijić, Zrinka Dragun, and Sara Šariri. Her work appears to be supported by institutional research programs at Rudjer Boskovic Institute focused on environmental monitoring and pollution assessment in Croatian aquatic ecosystems. Within the Laboratory for the biological effects of metals, she contributes to multidisciplinary teams investigating metal speciation, bioavailability, and toxic effects in freshwater systems. Her research integrates field studies in contaminated river sites with laboratory analyses of biomarkers, metal distribution, and molecular responses across multiple trophic levels.

Nives Novosel Vlašićمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Marine Biology
• Microalgae Research
• Environmental Stress Response
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nives Novosel Vlašić, Ph.D., is a Researcher at the Ruđer Bošković Institute in Zagreb, Croatia, where she works in the Institute for Marine and Environmental Research within the Laboratory for biogeochemistry of the sea and atmosphere. Her research focuses on the behavior and surface properties of microalgae as indicators of environmental changes in aquatic ecosystems. Her research interests span Marine Biology, Microalgae Research, Environmental Stress Response, Biogeochemistry, and Cell Surface Properties. Dr. Novosel Vlašić investigates how marine microalgae respond to various environmental stressors including salinity changes, temperature fluctuations, and heavy metal pollution. Her work employs multimethod approaches combining biophysical, electrochemical, and microscopic techniques to analyze algal cell behavior, surface properties, and physiological responses. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on environmental stressors affecting marine microalgae, particularly examining how changes in salinity, temperature, and pollutants like cadmium impact algal cell behavior, surface properties, and physiological responses. Her research demonstrates how microalgae can serve as sensitive bioindicators of environmental changes in aquatic ecosystems, with particular attention to cell adhesion, motility, and surface characteristics as measurable response parameters. Dr. Novosel Vlašić has collaborated extensively with researchers from the Faculty of Science at the University of Zagreb and other international institutions. She has contributed to numerous conference proceedings and has served as an editor for academic symposia, including the 11th ISE Satellite Student Regional Symposium on Electrochemistry (2022). Her doctoral work completed in 2022 at the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb, focused on 'Behavior and surface properties of microalgae as indicators of stress in aquatic ecosystems,' building upon her earlier graduation thesis from 2018 on 'Adhesion properties of the phytoplankton species Dunaliella tertiolecta Butcher under stressful conditions.'

John D. Baldwinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Population genetics
• Molecular ecology
• Wildlife conservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John D. Baldwin serves as Professor of Biological Sciences at Florida Atlantic University, concurrently holding leadership roles as Associate Dean for Faculty Development in the College of Science and Interim Director of the School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability. His work integrates academic administration with active ecological research focused on South Florida's critical ecosystems. His educational foundation includes: B.S. from University of Maryland, College Park Ph.D. from University of California, Davis, Bodega Marine Laboratory Dr. Baldwin's research centers on population genetics and molecular ecology applied to conservation challenges, with particular emphasis on Everglades restoration and marine species management . His lab employs interdisciplinary field-laboratory approaches examining biodiversity through genetic, developmental, and population lenses. Current projects address climate resilience in coastal habitats, species conservation in altered estuaries, and sustainable wildlife corridor planning—directly informing regional restoration policies through actionable science. Analysis of his 2012-2024 publications reveals consistent focus on marine/coastal systems with emerging emphasis on climate adaptation. Key trends include increasing collaboration on large-scale initiatives (e.g., Florida Wildlife Corridor report), methodological integration of molecular and field ecology, and applied conservation outcomes for imperiled species like sea turtles and diamondback terrapins. The work spans fundamental biogeography to actionable management frameworks. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly listed in source material. While specific grant details aren't provided, Dr. Baldwin's leadership in multi-institutional projects (e.g., Archbold Biological Station collaborations) and mentorship of undergraduate researchers—evidenced by co-authorship in FAU's Undergraduate Research Journal—demonstrates active funding acquisition and student development. His administrative roles further indicate sustained institutional support for his research program. His research laboratory operates across FAU's Davie campus and field sites throughout South Florida, specializing in molecular analysis of wildlife samples combined with extensive field monitoring. Current team efforts focus on climate-resilient conservation strategies through the School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability, with strong partnerships in Everglades restoration and marine protected area management.