جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Farzaneh Sadriمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Hydrometallurgy
• Materials Engineering
• Resources Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Farzaneh Sadri is an Assistant Professor in the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining Engineering at Queen’s University. She holds an affiliation with Smith Engineering and previously served at the University of Alberta (2022–2023) and as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Queen’s University’s Hydrometallurgy and Environment Group. Her research focuses on hydrometallurgy, mineral processing, and sustainable recovery of critical and precious metals from ores and secondary resources like waste batteries and industrial residues. She leads the Hydrometallurgy Research Group, aiming to advance sustainable extraction methods through fundamental and applied studies. Education: Ph.D. in Chemical and Materials Engineering Postdoctoral Training in Hydrometallurgy Research Interests: Dr. Sadri’s work emphasizes chemical extraction of metals (e.g., gold, lithium, rare earth elements), hydrometallurgical process optimization, recycling of secondary resources, and environmental applications such as CO₂ sequestration in tailings. Her group employs electrochemical analysis, adsorption studies, and process modeling to address challenges in resource recovery and sustainability. Publications: Her recent publications highlight innovations in thiosulfate leaching, battery waste processing, and rare earth element separation. Key themes include improving gold recovery from refractory ores, optimizing lithium extraction from waste batteries, and advancing CO₂ utilization in industrial tailings. Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the text. Advising & Grants: While specific grants or advisees are not listed, her role as a faculty member indicates active involvement in student mentorship and research funding. The Hydrometallurgy Research Group at Queen’s University serves as a hub for collaborative projects in sustainable metallurgical processes. Labs & Teams: Her Hydrometallurgy Research Group focuses on cutting-edge projects in chemical extraction, solution purification, and environmental metallurgy, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across materials science and engineering disciplines.

Elizabeth Watkinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Ecology
• Mining Biotechnology
• Bioleaching
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Elizabeth Watkin is a distinguished academic and Associate Dean (Science and Mathematics) at Edith Cowan University's School of Science. She holds a PhD in Microbiology from Murdoch University (1999) and has over 20 years of expertise in microbial ecology, particularly in mining biotechnology, bioleaching processes, and microbial fouling mitigation. Her research focuses on extremophiles like Acidihalobacter species, which are critical for recovering rare earth elements and mineral resources from challenging environments. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, Murdoch University, 1999 Affiliations: Collaborator with CSIRO-Land and Water, CSIRO-Mineral Resources, and multiple mining industries Her research explores biotechnological applications of extremophiles, including microbial leaching of metals, biofilm control in marine environments, and symbiotic nitrogen fixation in legumes. Key projects include saline water biomining, corrosion resistance in metallic materials, and genomic studies of acid-tolerant bacteria. Recent articles highlight her work on Acidihalobacter genomics, biofilm dynamics on minerals, and novel corrosion inhibitors. She has secured significant grants, including a $1.046M project on intertidal ecosystems and a $473K analytical chemistry fellowship. Her supervisory contributions span over 20 PhD and masters students, with notable projects on bioleaching, microbial diversity, and biomaterials. Professional recognitions include Fellow status with the Australian Society for Microbiology and leadership roles in international biohydrometallurgy initiatives.

• Biochemistry
• Biotechnology
• Metabolism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vasu Appanna serves as Full Professor in Laurentian University's School of Natural Sciences, where he has held academic positions since 1989. Previously Dean of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and six-year Department Chair, his institutional leadership spans decades of service to the university. Educational credentials include BSc Chemistry from University of Bombay, MSc Chemistry from University of Wales, and PhD Biochemistry from University of Waterloo. These foundations underpin his extensive research career focused on metabolic pathways and cellular stress responses. His research program investigates environmental stress impacts on microbial and mammalian cells, yielding breakthroughs in biomining, bioremediation, and disease mechanisms. With over 150 peer-reviewed publications, his work bridges biotechnology, metabolism, and toxicology to address industrial and medical challenges including obesity and neurological disorders. Recent publications (2007-2012) reveal consistent thematic focus on metabolic adaptation, with growing emphasis on translational applications for environmental remediation and disease biomarkers like homocysteine. Dr. Appanna has mentored 135+ HQP including Laurentian's inaugural PhD graduate, while securing international funding from Russia, Vietnam, China, and France. His grant leadership extends to advisory roles for U.S. Department of Energy and Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation. Current initiatives include commercializing biomining technology and homocysteine detection kits through partnerships with AMRIC and MIRARCO, alongside editorial duties for PLOS ONE and other journals.

Lydakis-Simantiris Nikosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Protection
• Soil Science
• Heavy Metal Pollution
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lydakis-Simantiris Nikos is a Professor at the Department of Mineral Exploitation , School of Mineral Resources Engineering , Technical University of Crete . His research integrates environmental chemistry, geochemistry, and biotechnology to address heavy metal pollution and resource recovery challenges. Specializes in heavy metal-soil interactions, bioaccumulation, and phytoremediation Develops innovative mass spectrometry methods for environmental analysis Leads projects in biomining and advanced waste management Recent publications highlight his work on deep eutectic solvents for polyphenol extraction (2022), microfluidic nebulizers for ICP-MS (2022), and algae-based pollution monitoring (2019-2020). His research spans applications in soil remediation , groundwater protection , and metal recovery technologies . Scientific Awards : Archimedes III Grant (2011-2014) Thales Grant (2011-2014) State Scholarships Foundation Postdoc Support (2020-2022)

• Functional evolution of ribosomes
• Total reconstitution of ribosomes
• Biomining
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ricardo Amils is a Full Professor of Microbiology at the Department of Molecular Biology, Centre for Molecular Biology (UAM-CSIC), Autonomous University of Madrid, and Senior Scientist at the Centre for Astrobiology (INTA-CSIC). He serves as Interdisciplinary Scientist for the Mars Express Mission (2002-present) and previously held leadership roles including Dean of the Faculty of Sciences (1987-1993) and Director of the Department of Astrobiology (2003-2009). Education: Chemistry Degree, University of Barcelona (1969) Doctor of Science, University of Barcelona (1973) His research spans astrobiology , microbial ecology of extreme environments , and molecular biology of extremophiles with pioneering work on ribosome functional evolution, biomining, and bioremediation. He extensively studies the Río Tinto ecosystem in Spain—an acidic environment serving as a Mars analog—focusing on microbial survival mechanisms in extreme conditions and biogeochemical processes involving metal sequestration. Analysis of his 2010-2015 publications reveals consistent focus on extremophile microbiology in acidic environments, biomineralization processes, and astrobiological implications. Key themes include microbial community structure in extreme settings, iron/sulfur cycling, and planetary habitability assessments, particularly through Mars analog research at Río Tinto. Scientific Awards: Group Achievement NASA Award (2006) Torre de Nerva (2007) Grantee European Commission (1993-1996) Fellow European Molecular Biology Organization (1983) Recipient Antibiotic award Compania Espanola de Penicilina (1973) Professor Amils secured competitive funding including European Commission grants and NASA collaborations. He serves on editorial boards for Astrobiology , Extremophiles , and Environmental Microbiology , and actively mentors researchers through his leadership roles. His international collaborations include ESA advisory groups and the American Society for Microbiology. He leads interdisciplinary teams at the Centre for Astrobiology focusing on planetary habitability and extreme-environment microbiology, conducting field studies in Río Tinto and contributing to space missions like Mars Express. His lab investigates microbial-mineral interactions with applications in biomining and environmental remediation.

Yilan Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Synthetic Biology
• Microbial Engineering
• Biotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yilan Liu is an Assistant Professor at the University of Waterloo. Her research focuses on synthetic biology and microbial engineering, particularly in designing engineered bacteria for bio-based production systems, biomining, and therapeutic applications. She specializes in CRISPR-based genome editing, metabolic pathway engineering, and microbial consortia design. Her work spans diverse areas including porphyrin synthesis, probiotic development, and sustainable chemical production. Key research interests include: Engineering microbes for biorecycling of plastics and bio-based chemicals Development of therapeutic probiotics targeting inflammatory diseases Optimization of extremophile bacteria for industrial biomining processes Design of microbial systems for enhanced extracellular vesicle production Development of novel genome editing tools for diverse bacterial species Recent work highlights CRISPR-assisted engineering for nylon/PET degradation, cross-feeding microbial consortia, and porphyrin biosynthesis optimization in E. coli systems. Her research integrates systems biology approaches with genetic engineering to address challenges in environmental sustainability and biomedical applications. Notable contributions include: A single-plasmid CRISPR/Cas9 system for Pseudomonas putida Strategies to mitigate toxic release in biomining microbes Innovative methods for agricultural byproduct sterilization Current projects involve advancing microbial strain engineering for industrial biotechnology applications and exploring synthetic biology approaches to enhance microbial productivity in extreme environments.

• Algae Biotechnology
• Marine Biology
• Carbon Sequestration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Peter Ralph is a globally recognized academic and research leader in marine biology and climate change mitigation, serving as Executive Director of the Climate Change Cluster (C3) at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). He holds a PhD (UTS, 1997) and BSc (NSW Institute of Technology, 1986). His roles include Director of C3, deputy-chair of the Sydney Institute of Marine Sciences, and founder of the NSW Deep Green Biotech Hub. He advises UNESCO’s Blue Carbon Working Group and the Czech Academy of Sciences. His research focuses on algae-based biotechnology, seagrass resilience, and photosynthetic processes under extreme conditions. Key interests include scaling microalgae cultivation, bio-refinery approaches, and developing carbon-neutral products like bioplastics and biofuels. He pioneered AI-driven algae biorefineries and zero-waste bio-manufacturing systems. Recent publications (2023–2025) emphasize applications in carbon capture, sustainable materials, and algal phenotyping. His work bridges academia with industry through partnerships in biotechnology, aquaculture, and environmental engineering. Ralph has secured $15M+ in research funding, leading projects on algal biomass production, carbon sequestration, and industrial partnerships. Awards include UTS’s Research Excellence Awards (2012, 2018) and over 280 peer-reviewed publications. He supervises PhD/Master’s students and teaches courses on ocean systems and climate change. His lab’s innovations span from photosynthetic efficiency optimization to macroalgae-based construction materials.

• Biotechnology
• Environmental Science
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Unnikrishnan Kuzhiumparambil is a Senior Research Fellow at the Climate Change Cluster (C3) at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). He leads bio-materials research and manages multidisciplinary teams focused on bioplastics and sustainable building materials. Previously, he held postdoctoral roles in forensic toxicology at UTS and worked at the Centre for Medicinal Plants Research in India. His academic journey includes a PhD in Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences from Macquarie University (2011). He coordinates the course *Bioreactors and Bio-processing* and teaches Organic Chemistry and Environmental Biotechnology. His research spans algal biotechnology, bio-based polymers, and biomining for rare earth elements. Key contributions include optimizing microalgal biomass harvesting, developing algae-based adsorbents, and advancing sustainable materials science. Funded projects include collaborations with industry partners like Southern Green Gas and PNG Natural Seafood, focusing on carbon capture, biofilm technologies, and macroalgae product development. His work integrates metabolomics, chromatography, and omics approaches to address environmental challenges.

• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Resource Recovery
• Climate Change Mitigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Phong Vo is a Research Fellow at the Climate Change Cluster (Faculty of Science), University of Technology Sydney. His research focuses on water/wastewater treatment, resource recovery via sustainable biomining, and climate change mitigation. He holds a PhD from UTS (2017–2021) and has secured over $600k in funding from bodies like the Australian Research Council and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His work emphasizes green technologies for pollutants remediation and rare earth element recovery. Key achievements include the 'Most Downloaded Paper' award (2021–22) and the Chongrak Polprasert Prize. His research has real-world applications, such as aiding Queensland’s wastewater-based COVID-19 surveillance. He actively publishes in top journals (e.g., Water Research, Environmental Science & Technology) and collaborates internationally at conferences like the Asia-Pacific Conference on Algal Biotechnology. Current projects include biomining for REEs and PFAS remediation. Research interests span bioprocess innovation, microalgae-bacteria consortia, and environmental modeling. He supervises students and offers the UTS Research Scholarship, focusing on publication training and career development.

Sarah Harmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Physics
• Materials Science
• Surface Spectroscopy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Sarah Harmer is a leading applied physicist at Flinders University's College of Science and Engineering, affiliated with the Physical Sciences department. She holds academic roles as Director of Flinders Microscopy and Microanalysis and Deputy Director of the Flinders Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology. Her research focuses on surface spectroscopic analysis using advanced techniques including Photoemission Electron Microscopy (PEEM) and Synchrotron X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (SXPS). Education: BAppSci (UniSA, 1999), PhD (Ian Wark Research Institute, UniSA, 2003). Professional milestones include establishing Australia's first Photoemission Electron Microscope (NanoESCA III) and securing major grants totaling over $30M. Notable awards include the 2024 Vice-President's Excellence in Teaching Award and 2022 Winnovation SA Science Award. Research interests span mineral surface interactions, biomining, and nanotechnology applications. Key grants include CRC TiME Mine Closure ($10.2M), ARC LIEF Spectromicroscopy Facility ($920k), and ARC Future Fellowship ($648k). Supervised students have received accolades such as best poster awards and thesis competitions. Labs/Teams: Leads Flinders' microscopy facilities and contributes to national synchrotron initiatives. Engaged in policy roles including the Premier's Science and Innovation Council and Australian Synchrotron committees.

• Critical Minerals
• Sensor-Based Characterization
• Mining Waste Management
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Adriana Guatame is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth, Energy, and Environment at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Science, with a joint appointment in the School of Public Policy. She obtained her PhD in Resource Engineering from Delft University of Technology and specializes in critical mineral resources and sustainable mining practices. Her research program focuses on three key areas: developing advanced characterization methods for primary and secondary mineral resources, implementing sensor-based technologies throughout the mining value chain, and creating policy frameworks for resilient critical minerals supply chains. She has particular expertise in geostatistical mapping, mining residue characterization, and developing remediation strategies for mine waste. Guatame received the 2020 Eramet Best Young Scientist Award and contributes to diversity initiatives as a co-founder of GeoLatinas. Her recent work addresses emerging environmental concerns such as thiolated arsenic speciation in legacy mine tailings and multi-isotope assessment of metal sedimentation in the Great Lakes.

Uche Onwukweمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Nanomaterials Synthesis
• Nanomaterials Characterisation
• Biomimetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Uche Onwukwe serves as a Research Fellow II at Brunel University's College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. Holding a PhD in biomimetics focused on green synthesis of functional materials, they leverage extensive expertise in advanced characterization techniques including electron microscopy (TEM/SEM), spectroscopy (Raman/FTIR), and X-ray analysis (XRF/XRD). Research interests span: Nanomaterials synthesis and characterisation Biomimetics and green chemistry Phytomining using hyperaccumulator plants Microplastic investigation via Micro FTIR and TOF-SIMS Heavy metal decontamination in soils AI-enhanced recycling technologies Recent publications (2016-2025) demonstrate a consistent trajectory toward circular economy applications, with increasing focus on bioplastics from marine biomass, lithium recovery from mine soils, and AI-driven plastic separation systems. The work integrates spectroscopic, microscopic, and thermal analysis to address environmental challenges through biological solutions. Key funded projects include: Net Zero Environments Rethinking Phyona (Innovate UK, 2023-) PhytoREE (Innovate UK, 2023-2024) CSTO2NE (Marie Curie Actions, 2023-2026) Environmental Marine Litter Monitoring (ESA, 2021) As an institutional leader, Uche serves as Radiation Protection Supervisor, EDI Champion since 2021, and elected IRLCA Committee member. They teach postgraduate Mass Spectrometry courses and collaborate with Natural Resources Wales, Royal Holloway, and National University of Athens through the ETC, IMM, and MCP research groups.

Robert Szilagyiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Bioinorganic Chemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Robert Szilagyi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus. He holds the Tier 1 Principal's Research Chair and serves as a graduate student supervisor. His research focuses on computational chemistry of iron-sulfur coordination compounds, clusters, nanoparticles, and mineral surfaces, as well as the chemical structure and properties of templated carbon materials. Dr. Szilagyi's educational background includes formal training with B.Eng., M.Sc., and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Veszprém in Hungary, specializing in oil and carbon technology, organic/organometallic chemistry, and computational chemistry. His postdoctoral training includes work at Emory University (Morokuma lab: computational chemistry) and Stanford University (Solomon/Hodgson/Hedman labs: synchrotron spectroscopy and electronic structure). His research program bridges theoretical and experimental approaches to understand complex inorganic systems. Recent work demonstrates increasing integration of multiple techniques including X-ray absorption spectroscopy, computational modeling, and synthesis of biomimetic clusters. His publications consistently focus on iron-sulfur chemistry, spectroscopy, and materials science with applications in biogeochemistry, energy, and biomimetic systems. His work connects fundamental chemical principles with practical applications across multiple disciplines. Dr. Szilagyi has secured significant research funding from multiple prestigious sources: US Department of Energy: Probing Novel Pathways of Metal Sulphide Acquisition and Trafficking From Minerals In Model Biocatalytic Systems (2021-2023) Visegrad Fund+Japan Science and Technology Agency: Atomic Design of Carbon-Based Materials for New Normal Society (AtomDEC, 2021-2023) NSF Chemistry of Life: Synthetic Biomimetic Design of Radical SAM Maquettes from Experiment and Theory (2016-2020) As a graduate student supervisor, he mentors students in computational and experimental approaches to inorganic chemistry problems. His international collaborations span institutions including Ibaraki University, University of Pannonia, Hokkaido University, and Eotvos Lorand University. His research integrates computational modeling with spectroscopic techniques to address fundamental questions in bioinorganic chemistry and materials science. Dr. Szilagyi maintains an active research group focused on computational chemistry and spectroscopy, with particular emphasis on iron-sulfur systems and carbon-based materials. His work connects with broader scientific communities through his website elementologia.org, which provides detailed information about his ongoing research projects, methodologies, and collaborative efforts.

• Systems Biology
• Stem Cell Research
• Hepatology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nidal Ghosheh is a Researcher at the University of Skövde within the School of Bioscience . His work focuses on systems biology , stem cell differentiation , and AI-driven medical applications . He actively contributes to projects like TransTissuE (tissue-engineered vascular transplants) and BioMine (biomarker discovery through biomedical data mining). Research Interests : Transcriptomic analysis of stem cell derivatives, batch effect reduction in big data, and AI automation in biological systems Collaborations : Partnerships with AstraZeneca Gothenburg, Takara Bio Europe, and XVIVO His recent publications explore hepatocyte differentiation , DNA methylation patterns , and organoid formation using decellularized extracellular matrix. Key projects emphasize precision medicine and advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs) . Research spans from 2013 to ongoing initiatives through 2025.

• Bioinformatics
• Systems Biology
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dario Melguizo Sanchis is an Associate Professor in Bioinformatics at the Department of Biosciences, School of Bioscience, University of Skövde. His work focuses on integrating AI and computational methods into biomedical research, with a strong emphasis on systems biology and precision medicine. Research Interests Developing AI-driven tools for precision medicine and drug development Deep learning applications in cellular quality assessment Biomarker discovery and validation using large-scale biomolecular data Collaborative projects between academia, industry, and healthcare Key Projects AI-Driven Precision Medicine (AID-PM): Leading efforts to position Sweden as a global leader in precision medicine through AI-based solutions Digital HEAlth Research (DHEAR): Designing AI tools for safety assessment of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) BIO-AID: Addressing scientific challenges in AI applications for biomedical data analysis BioMine: Mining large-scale biomolecular data for biomarker discovery and validation Collaborations Partnered with AstraZeneca Gothenburg and Takara Bio Europe Active in cross-disciplinary initiatives like Sweden Game Conference and ShiftLabs