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Karoline Faustمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbial community dynamics
• Microbial systems biology
• Bioinformatics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Karoline Faust is an Associate Professor at KU Leuven, affiliated with the Laboratory of Molecular Bacteriology (Rega Institute) and the Faculty of Medicine . She contributes to the iSi Health and Leuven One Health institutes, and serves on senior academic councils. Her research spans microbial systems biology, focusing on community dynamics and network analysis. Education: PhD in bioinformatics (2010, KU Leuven) Affiliations: KU Leuven, ISME Journal editorial board, Belgian Society for Microbiology Her research investigates microbial community dynamics , systems biology approaches to microbiomes, and bioinformatics tool development . She specializes in modeling human gut microbiota , synthetic microbial communities , and environmental microbiomes (e.g., microplastic impacts on Daphnia microbiomes). Her work integrates metabolic modeling , network analysis , and experimental systems to understand microbial interactions. Recent publications highlight her contributions to microbial network inference , 16S rRNA sequencing protocols , microfluidics , and ecological modeling of microbiomes. She develops tools like manta , miaSim , and CoNet to analyze community structures. Teaching: Karoline co-teaches courses in microbiology, bioinformatics, and network analysis at KU Leuven, and has contributed to international workshops on microbial network inference. Scientific Engagement: She serves as Senior Editor at ISME Journal and Secretary of the Belgian Society for Microbiology .

• Environmental engineering
• Wastewater treatment
• Greenhouse gas mitigation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Bing-Jie (Bruce) Ni is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and a full Professor at UNSW Sydney. He is an internationally recognised leader in environmental engineering, wastewater treatment, greenhouse-gas mitigation, microplastics fate, electrocatalysis and sustainable energy systems. Education PhD in Environmental Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei (2005–2009) Research Interests Professor Ni’s research integrates process engineering, microbial biotechnology, materials science and mathematical modelling to develop sustainable technologies for high-efficiency pollutant removal, minimal carbon footprint and maximal energy recovery from wastewater. He is a global pioneer in: Modelling and control of nitrous oxide (N₂O) and methane (CH₄) emissions from wastewater systems, Micro- and nano-plastics ecotoxicity and mitigation in anaerobic digestion, Transforming sewage sludge into high-value liquid bio-energy (medium-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols), Designing cost-effective electrocatalysts from natural minerals for green hydrogen production and wastewater electrolysis. Research Output & Impact Over the last decade he has published 2 research books, 30 book chapters and >400 refereed journal papers , including 35 in Environmental Science & Technology and 85 in Water Research . His work has influenced global policy: the IPCC adopted his nitrous-oxide-emission model in 2019 to revise national greenhouse-gas inventories for the first time in 13 years. Awards & Recognition ARC Future Fellowship & ARC DECRA Fellowship Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researcher (Web of Science) Royal Society of Chemistry Highly Cited Researcher (2020–present) Mendeley Data Top 2 % Cited Researchers worldwide Listed among “Australia’s Most Innovative Engineers” (Engineers Australia, 2018) 50+ additional awards including Scopus Young Researcher Award, South Australian Water Awards, UQ Research Excellence Awards, and Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Awards. Research Funding & Leadership He has secured ≈ AUD $10 million in competitive funding (six major ARC grants plus >20 government, university and industry projects). He serves as: Lead Guest Editor, Water Research Editorial Advisory Board, Environmental Science & Technology Associate Editor for Journal of Cleaner Production , Environmental Chemistry Letters , Environmental Research , Journal of Environmental Management Editorial Board member for five additional high-impact journals. Teaching & Supervision At UTS he teaches Renewable Energy Technologies , Environmental and Sanitation Engineering , Process Dynamics and Control , and Water and Wastewater Treatment . He is available to supervise Masters and PhD students in environmental biotechnology, process modelling and sustainable energy systems. Laboratory & Commercial Translation He heads active research teams at both UNSW and UTS and is the inventor of >10 granted patents , some of which are currently being commercialised to deliver real-world impacts in greenhouse-gas-neutral wastewater treatment and renewable energy production.

Ronald G. Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Complex Fluids
• Fluid Mechanics
• Polymer Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ronald G. Larson serves as the George Granger Brown Professor of Chemical Engineering and A. H. White Distinguished University Professor at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering, with additional appointments in Mechanical Engineering and Macromolecular Science & Engineering. His research leadership spans multiple departments within the Chemical Engineering Division, where he directs the Larson Lab focused on fundamental and applied soft matter physics. His research program investigates complex fluids through computational and theoretical frameworks, emphasizing polymer physics, rheology, and molecular simulations. Key thrusts include polymer melt processing, biomembrane dynamics, colloidal systems, and polyelectrolyte coacervation. The group employs advanced techniques like Brownian dynamics, coarse-grained modeling, and multiscale simulation to address challenges ranging from industrial polymer processing to biomedical applications. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal strong momentum in rheological modeling of complex fluids, with particular emphasis on self-healing materials, wax deposition in pipelines, and crystallization mechanisms. The work bridges fundamental molecular insights with industrial applications, demonstrating consistent high-impact output across polymer science, soft matter physics, and chemical engineering domains. The Larson Lab operates as a collaborative hub within the Chemical Engineering Department, leveraging computational resources to advance understanding of fluid mechanics and material properties. Current projects integrate machine learning with traditional modeling approaches, reflecting the group's commitment to methodological innovation while maintaining strong connections to experimental validation and real-world engineering problems.

Mathieu Sauthierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Homogeneous catalysis
• Eco-compatible synthesis
• Atom efficiency
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mathieu Sauthier is a Professor at the University of Lille, affiliated with the National School of Chemistry of Lille and the Unit of Catalysis and Solid State Chemistry (UCCS). His research focuses on homogeneous catalysis for organic synthesis, emphasizing atom efficiency, greener chemistry, and polyol valorization. He specializes in carbon monoxide and 1,3-butadiene chemistry, including carbonylative Suzuki couplings, hydroformylation, alkoxycarbonylation, and domino reactions under one-pot conditions. His work targets catalyst improvements for activity (TOF), selectivity, and lifetime (TON) while minimizing synthetic steps. 2011–Present: Professor, University of Lille 2002–2011: Assistant Professor, University of Lille 2001–2002: Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Amsterdam 1998–2001: Ph.D. in Homogeneous Catalysis, University of Rennes 1997–1998: Master’s in Porphyrin Synthesis, University of Burgundy His research portfolio includes innovative approaches to domino carbonylative reactions for constructing complex molecules, selective 1,3-butadiene etherification, and nickel-catalyzed hydroalkoxylation for agro-based polyol valorization. He has contributed to nonconventional reaction media in catalysis, such as biphasic aqueous systems and ionic liquids, and has co-authored book chapters on carbohydrate chemistry and C-1 building blocks in organic synthesis. The trends in his publications highlight sustainable methodologies using nickel and palladium catalysts for bioresource conversion (e.g., lignin, sorbitol, glycerol), with a strong emphasis on atom economy and clean reaction conditions. His work spans catalyst design, mechanistic studies, and industrial applications. Professor Sauthier is based at the National School of Chemistry of Lille, Scientific City, Building C7, France. He is part of the UCCS unit, a collaborative research environment associated with CNRS (UMR 8181) and partners like Universiteit van Amsterdam. His laboratory, CASECO (Catalysis and Eco-Compatible Synthesis), drives innovations in greener chemistry.

• Environmental Technology
• Bioprocess Engineering
• Anaerobic Digestion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Barış Çallı is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Technology, Faculty of Engineering, Marmara University (Turkey). He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Technology from Boğaziçi University (2003) and received the Marie Curie Intra European Fellowship (2006) for his work on fermentative hydrogen production in Belgium. Since 2008, he has served as a full-time professor, leading 20 research projects focused on environmental bioprocesses, anaerobic digestion, biogas technology, resource recovery, and solid waste management. Ph.D. in Environmental Technology, Boğaziçi University (2003) Marie Curie Intra European Fellowship (2006) His research integrates bioprocess engineering with sustainable waste management, emphasizing biogas production, membrane technologies, and circular economy principles. Recent publications (2025-2021) address energy-neutral wastewater treatment, heavy metal recovery from sludge, and VFA-driven fermentation. Key subfields include anaerobic digestion , bioleaching , membrane reactor design , and agricultural waste valorization . Marie Curie Intra European Fellowship (2006) With 116 WoS publications and an H-index of 33 (Scholar), he has supervised 17 thesis advisories and contributed to 20 projects. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (6, 7, 11, 12).

Adam Frostمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electron Cryo-Microscopy
• Structural Biology
• Membrane Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam Frost, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Utah School of Medicine and a member of the Cell Response and Regulation Program at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. His research employs structural biology approaches to investigate fundamental cellular processes with implications for understanding cancer and other diseases. Education: Postdoctoral Fellowship: University of California, San Francisco MD: Yale University School of Medicine PhD: Yale University BS: Brigham Young University Dr. Frost specializes in the molecular and structural biology of membrane trafficking, with a particular emphasis on mechanisms that determine membrane shape and topology. His laboratory utilizes electron cryo-microscopy to obtain molecular-scale views of cellular machinery as it engages with and reshapes cellular membranes. This work has direct relevance to understanding cancer, as several components of the cell division machinery have been genetically implicated in tumor formation. His research bridges structural biology, membrane biology, and cell division mechanisms, providing critical insights into how cellular membranes are dynamically remodeled during essential biological processes. Analysis of Dr. Frost's publications from 2011-2015 reveals a consistent focus on membrane remodeling proteins and their roles in cellular processes. His work spans multiple model systems and employs diverse structural biology techniques, with a particular emphasis on cryo-EM. The research demonstrates how membrane-binding proteins influence membrane topology during critical cellular events, especially cell division. These studies have provided direct molecular insights into cellular machinery that was previously difficult to visualize, opening new avenues for understanding disease mechanisms related to membrane dynamics.

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Carbon-Negative Technologies
• Microbial Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Largus T. Angenent is a W3 Professor in Environmental Biotechnology at the University of Tübingen, within the Faculty of Science and Department of Geosciences. He leads the Angenent Lab, a research group dedicated to advancing carbon-negative technologies and sustainable bioprocesses. His work bridges academic innovation and real-world application through entrepreneurial ventures and international collaborations. His research focuses on developing novel biological and thermochemical technologies to recover and utilize carbon from waste streams, including anaerobic digestion, chain elongation, pyrogenic biochar production, and CO2 capture. He aims to transform industries such as wastewater treatment, chemical production, and food systems into carbon-negative processes. The Angenent Lab emphasizes innovation through microbiome engineering and systems analysis. The research trends indicate a strong focus on sustainability, climate change mitigation, and circular bioeconomies, leveraging both biological and thermochemical pathways to convert waste carbon into valuable products like fuels, plastics, and food. Humboldt Professor Max Planck Fellow Prof. Angenent is actively involved in mentoring PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, fostering innovation through close collaboration. His lab has successfully translated research into two startups—Electrochaea and Capro-X—and is developing more spin-offs. He serves as a Co-PI team member of the Novo Nordisk Foundation CO₂ Center at Aarhus University, enhancing scale-up and industrial collaboration. He also participates in university sustainability initiatives and hiring committees. The Angenent Lab operates as a dynamic, interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of environmental science, biotechnology, and engineering. It functions as a satellite facility for the Novo Nordisk Foundation CO₂ Center and maintains a strong entrepreneurial culture focused on translating bench-scale discoveries into scalable, sustainable technologies.

Nicholas G. Brownمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cell Cycle Regulation
• Mitosis
• Ubiquitin Ligases
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicholas G. Brown, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine , where he leads research on ubiquitin-dependent protein degradation. He is a member of the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center . Research focuses on cell cycle regulation via ubiquitin ligases Expertise in structural biology techniques (X-ray, cryo-EM, NMR) Research Interests: His lab investigates molecular interactions in the ubiquitination cascade, particularly the interplay between APC/C, UBE2C, and UBE2S. This work reveals novel allosteric activation mechanisms and has implications for cancer therapeutics through targeted protein degradation technologies. Scientific Trends: Recent publications emphasize structural dynamics of APC/C activation, cryo-EM analysis of ubiquitin chain elongation, and computational approaches to ubiquitin pathway diseases. Key sub-fields include PROTACs, RING E3 ligase architecture, and neurodevelopmental chromatin regulation. Collaborations: Engages in industry and academic partnerships for drug discovery. Utilizes hybrid technological approaches for enzyme characterization.

Haoran Duanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Wastewater Treatment
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Sludge Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Haoran Duan is a Senior Lecturer and an ARC Industry Fellow at the Water Research Centre, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of New South Wales (UNSW). He obtained his Ph.D. in 2019 from the Advanced Water Management Centre (AWMC) at the University of Queensland (UQ). Prior to joining UNSW, he worked as a Senior Research Fellow at the Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology (UQ). Dr. Duan's educational background includes: Ph.D. (2019) - Advanced Water Management Centre, University of Queensland (UQ), Australia Dr. Duan's research focuses on carbon and energy efficient wastewater treatment technologies, greenhouse gas emissions from wastewater treatment processes, and excess sludge management. His work spans multiple areas including nitrous oxide emissions, denitrification processes, sludge management, and resource recovery from wastewater. He has made significant contributions to understanding nitrogen removal processes, particularly in the context of mainstream partial nitritation-anammox systems and nitrous oxide mitigation strategies. Analysis of Dr. Duan's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals strong trends in sustainable wastewater treatment, with particular emphasis on greenhouse gas emissions reduction, resource recovery from waste streams, and innovative sludge management approaches. His work increasingly integrates advanced modeling techniques with experimental validation, and shows growing interest in emerging contaminants and microplastics in water systems. Dr. Duan has received several notable scientific awards: Environmental Science & Technology Best Papers award (2018) Named in the "Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists (2024)" Dr. Duan serves as an editor for Water Research X and is actively involved in research supervision. He is a member of several professional organizations including the International Water Association (IWA), Australia Water Association (AWA), and Engineers Australia (EA). He has been a reviewer for more than 20 international journals, contributing to the advancement of water research globally. Dr. Duan is affiliated with the Water Research Centre at UNSW, where he conducts research on wastewater treatment technologies. His work involves collaboration with multiple water utilities and research institutions, focusing on practical implementation of innovative treatment approaches.

Birgitte Ahringمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomass Conversion
• Biofuels
• Biorefinery Technology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Birgitte Ahring is a Professor in the Department of Biological Systems Engineering at the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences and the Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering at Washington State University (WSU Tri-Cities). Her research focuses on biomass conversion to biofuels and high-value bioproducts, with expertise in pretreatment technologies like wet explosion, anaerobic digestion, and biorefinery design. She emphasizes full utilization of agricultural and forestry residues to reduce costs and enhance biorefinery viability. Her work spans laboratory-scale innovations to pilot testing, including jet fuel production from fungi and lignocellulosic biomass processing. Key contributions include optimizing wet explosion pretreatment for diverse feedstocks (e.g., straw, wood, hog fuel) and enhancing anaerobic digestion efficiency through pretreatment innovations. She leads the Bioproducts, Science, and Engineering Laboratory (BSEL), advancing sustainable waste-to-biofuel systems and biorefinery integration. Recent research trends highlight advancements in volatile fatty acid recovery from organic waste, membrane technologies for separation processes, and techno-economic assessments of biogas systems. Her publications reflect interdisciplinary approaches, combining microbial ecology, chemical engineering, and process design to address global sustainability challenges. Dr. Ahring’s work contributes to circular economy strategies, particularly in valorizing sewage sludge and agricultural residues. She collaborates on projects involving microbial community analysis, bioaugmentation for methane enhancement, and biochar applications for nutrient recovery. Her labs and teams focus on scalable solutions for biofuel production and waste valorization.

Anca Delgadoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bioremediation
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Microbial Processes
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anca Delgado is an Associate Professor of Environmental Engineering at Arizona State University, affiliated with the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment and the Biodesign Swette Center for Environmental Biotechnology. She also participates in the ASU Water Institute. Ph.D., Microbiology, Arizona State University, 2013 B.S., Microbiology, Arizona State University, 2008 Her research focuses on leveraging natural and synthetic microbiomes to address environmental challenges, particularly in bioremediation , microbial chain elongation , bioweathering/biomining , and environmental analytical chemistry . Projects include contaminant transformation, soil/water quality improvement, and bioproducts from waste. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary work in soil microbiology, bioreactor engineering, and environmental contaminant management. Key trends include integrating chemical oxidation with microbial processes, optimizing bioremediation technologies, and advancing analytical methods for environmental monitoring. Faculty Fellowship Program in Israel, JNF-USA, 2022 Serving University Needs (SUN) Award, ASU, 2021 Special Congressional Recognition, AZ, 2019 Quentin Mees Research Award, AZ Water Association, 2019 Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award, ASU, 2018 Delgado advises Ph.D. and M.S. students in Biological Design, Civil Engineering, and Environmental Engineering programs. Her lab collaborates with institutions like the Biodesign Swette Center and researchers such as Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown.

• Biorefinery Engineering
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Metabolic Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alberte Regueira is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Her research focuses on advancing biorefinery design, metabolic modeling, and microbial fermentation processes for valorizing organic waste into valuable chemicals like volatile fatty acids (VFAs). She leads projects such as the VIALACTEA biorefinery initiative and has co-authored numerous high-impact publications in journals like Journal of Cleaner Production and Science of the Total Environment . Education: Not explicitly stated in the text. Her research interests include: - Bioprocess optimization using metabolic and stoichiometric models - Anaerobic mixed-culture fermentations for VFA production - Integration of mathematical programming in bioreactor design - Waste-to-chemical conversion strategies Notable achievements include: - 3rd Best Oral Presentation at the 2019 Environmental Technologies Symposium - Best Video Pitch Award at the 2018 biobased products workshop She supervises doctoral and master’s students on topics like biorefinery design (Lucas Van der Hauwaert), odd-chain fatty acid production (Catalina Andrea Mieres), and culture medium effects (Miriam Baleato). Her work bridges chemical engineering, microbiology, and process systems engineering to address sustainability challenges in waste valorization. Current projects include developing lactic acid-based biorefineries (VIALACTEA) funded by national grants (PID2023-152622OA-I00).

ALBERTE REGUEIRA LOPEZمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Biorefinery Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alberte Regueira López is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemical Engineering, Higher Technical School of Engineering, University of Santiago de Compostela. He holds a Doctorate in Chemical Engineering from the same institution, completing his thesis on Mechanistic understanding of mixed-culture fermentations by metabolic modeling in 2020, supervised by Dr. Juan Manuel Lema Rodicio and Dr. Miguel Mauricio Iglesias. His research focuses on environmental biotechnology, metabolic engineering, and biorefinery design, with an emphasis on microbial fermentation systems for the production of valuable chemicals from waste streams. Key research interests include metabolic modeling of mixed microbial cultures, optimization of biorefinery processes for organic waste valorization, and development of targeted production systems for volatile fatty acids (VFAs). He leads the BIOGROUP research team, investigating the synergistic interactions in microbial communities and applying systems biology approaches to improve bioconversion efficiency. His recent work explores the use of Clostridium species for gas fermentation, hollow fiber membrane biofilm reactors, and the integration of metabolic models with stochastic optimization for biorefinery design. He has pioneered methods to steer microbial production of isobutyric/n-butyric acids and lactic acid through process parameters like pH and substrate composition, while also advancing in-situ product removal strategies for bioreactor systems. Notable contributions include defining protein composition effects on microbial fermentation pathways, developing kinetic models for protein-to-VFA conversion, and applying superstructure optimization techniques for bioprocess design. His work bridges fundamental microbiology with applied engineering solutions for sustainable chemical production.

Robbert Kleerebezemمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbial Ecosystems
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Bioprocess Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robbert Kleerebezem is an Associate Professor at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Applied Sciences, Department of Biotechnology. His research focuses on microbial community engineering, particularly in anaerobic processes, bioremediation, and sustainable resource recovery. He leads projects like Unlock (syngas conversion) and FABULOUS (urban waste valorization). He teaches courses on environmental thermodynamics and microbial community engineering. His group develops bioprocesses for wastewater treatment and biopolymer production (e.g., PHA) from waste streams. Notable achievements include advancing understanding of microbial ecosystem dynamics and scaling-up PHA production. Collaborations with Wetsus and industry partners highlight applied research. Education: MSc Environmental Sciences from Wageningen University. Advised over 20 PhD students, with expertise in microbial ecology and process optimization. Active in teaching fermentation technology and environmental biotechnology at both BSc and MSc levels. His lab explores topics like anaerobic digestion, syntrophic associations, and biofilm engineering.

Flávio Baleeiroمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbial Biotechnology
• Anaerobic Fermentation
• Biorefinery Processes
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Flávio Baleeiro is a Scientist at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) in Leipzig, Germany, affiliated with the Department of Microbial Biotechnology and the Working Group Microbiology of Anaerobic Systems . He also collaborates with the Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum (DBFZ) . Research Interests: His work focuses on sustainable biotechnological processes, particularly the development and scale-up of biorefineries to replace fossil-based chemical platforms. Key areas include mixotrophic microbial communities, anaerobic fermentation, syngas and waste gas utilization, biological carbon fixation using H₂, and downstream processing for bio-based chemicals such as carboxylates and L-malate. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2019–2025) highlight a strong focus on enhancing fermentation processes through gas recirculation, shock loading, and co-fermentation strategies. The research spans microbial physiology, process optimization, and resource recovery, contributing to circular bioeconomy and carbon-negative technologies. Scientific Awards: Helmholtz Doctoral Prize in applied research - category 'Earth and Environment' (2022) Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, his research has been supported through institutional and project-based funding at UFZ and KIT. He has contributed to third-party funded projects related to bio-based chemical production and sustainable biotechnologies. His collaborations with DBFZ indicate active engagement in applied research and technology transfer. Labs and Teams: He is a key member of the Microbiology of Anaerobic Systems working group at UFZ, focusing on anaerobic fermentation and microbial community applications in biorefineries.