جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Victoria Chraibiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Freshwater Ecology
• Paleoecology
• Aquatic Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Victoria Chraibi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Tarleton State University. Her research focuses on freshwater ecology, particularly the paleoecology of diatoms and lake sediment records of ecosystem responses to human activities, climate shifts, and food web dynamics. She teaches courses in biology, marine biology, ecology, and limnology. Education: PhD in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (University of Nebraska, 2016); MS in Water Resources Science (University of Minnesota, 2013). Research emphasizes using diatom fossils to reconstruct historical environmental conditions, informing contemporary water resource management. Key projects include studies on Lake Superior’s ecological changes and hydrological trends in Texas river basins. Dr. Chraibi also explores game-based approaches to education and water governance. Her lab supports undergraduate and graduate students in fieldwork, microscopy, and molecular techniques, fostering presentations at national/international conferences. Collaborative projects include studies on the Colorado River’s biodiversity and the impact of climate warming on Great Lakes diatoms. Her work bridges ecological science with practical conservation strategies for transboundary water systems.

Juan Agustín Santana Talaveraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Anthropology
• Tourism Studies
• Cultural Heritage
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Juan Agustín Santana Talavera is a Full Professor at the Universidad de La Laguna (Tenerife), Spain, in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology. He is a member of the ISTUR Institute and founder/director of PASOS: Revista de Turismo y Patrimonio Cultural , an international peer-reviewed journal. His research focuses on Social Anthropology applied to tourism, cultural heritage preservation, and social research methodologies. He has authored numerous publications since 1983, with an h-index of 18 and 35 i10-indexed papers as of 2020. Education: PhD in Sociology from Universidad de La Laguna (1990), with a thesis analyzing tourism development and environmental impacts on coastal fishing communities in Gran Canaria. Research Interests: Tourism governance, marine tourism sustainability, cultural heritage management, and community-based tourism development. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address socio-environmental challenges in tourism destinations. Key Projects: Principal investigator of the EU-funded INTURMAR project (2014–2020) and the Food-E initiative (EU H2020). Previously led over 20 competitive research projects and 40+ contracts in Canary Islands tourism. Awards: While no specific prizes are listed, his extensive publications and leadership in tourism research highlight his academic prominence. The PASOS journal, under his direction, has become a key platform for interdisciplinary tourism studies. Advising & Grants: Supervised numerous research initiatives involving stakeholder engagement and governance models in coastal and heritage tourism contexts. Current projects address blue economy synergies and sustainable marine tourism practices. Labs/Teams: Director of the PESCATUR research group ( Pesca, turismo y gestión de recursos naturales ), focusing on fisheries, tourism, and natural resource management. Collaborates with international teams on issues like marine protected areas and culinary heritage.

• Marine Ecology
• Socio-Economics
• Ecosystem Services
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Natasha Bhatia serves as Assistant Dean (Academic) in the College of Science and Senior Lecturer at the Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University (NTU). She specializes in marine ecology and socio-economics, focusing on the interplay between human activities and coastal ecosystems. Her research emphasizes ecosystem services valuation, coastal management, and socio-economic frameworks for sustainable development. Dr. Bhatia holds a first-class honors degree in Marine and Freshwater Biology from the University of Hull and a PhD in environmental economics. Her professional experience includes roles at the Institute of Estuarine and Coastal Studies, where she collaborated with governmental and private sectors on conservation assessments, marine protected areas, and coastal hazard management. She actively engages in science communication, previously chairing Cafe Scientifique and promoting women in science through Soapbox Science initiatives in Hull. Research interests span blue carbon dynamics, urban coastal resilience, public perception of eco-engineering, and interdisciplinary approaches to ecosystem management. Her work bridges natural and social sciences to address global environmental challenges.

Stephen Paul Ellnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community Ecology
• Population Biology
• Evolutionary Patterns and Processes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen Paul Ellner is the Horace White Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Cornell University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on theoretical ecology, particularly structured population models, community ecology, and evolutionary dynamics. He holds a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley (1975), a Ph.D. from Cornell University (1982), and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Weizmann Institute (1984-1985). Education: B.A. in 1975, Ph.D. in 1982 (Cornell), Postdoc at Weizmann Institute (1984-1985). Research Interests: Community ecology, population dynamics, evolutionary patterns, sustainability, and infectious disease modeling. His work emphasizes trait-based models and applications to ecological problems like species coexistence, disease transmission, and invasive species management. He is a Fellow of the Ecological Society of America (2016) and contributes to open-source software like Integral Projection Models (R packages) and LENNS for ecological analysis. His teaching includes courses on dynamic models in biology and ecological modeling. Grants & Projects: Explores eco-evolutionary dynamics, pathogen transmission in plant-pollinator networks, and the impacts of environmental variability on population outcomes. Labs/Teams: Leads the Ellner Lab, focusing on theoretical and computational ecology.

Nadine Fosterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Musculoskeletal Pain
• Low Back Pain
• Osteoarthritis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Nadine Foster is a NHMRC Leadership Fellow (Level 2) and Director of the University of Queensland (UQ) Clinical Trials Centre , affiliated with the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences and School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences . She is a physiotherapist and lifelong Fellow of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (UK) , renowned for her work in musculoskeletal pain , clinical trials , and rehabilitation science . Education : Bachelor (Honours), University of Ulster Doctor of Philosophy, University of Ulster Research Interests revolve around musculoskeletal pain (low back pain, osteoarthritis, shoulder pain), health services research , and interprofessional collaborative practice . Her work emphasizes stratified care models and clinical trials to improve patient outcomes. She has led over 31 RCTs and contributed to 311+ peer-reviewed publications, including the Lancet Series on Low Back Pain . Recent research trends focus on clinical trial fidelity , patient-centered service design , comparative effectiveness of surgical vs. conservative care , and implementation strategies for evidence-based interventions (e.g., STarTBack tool). Her studies span biomechanics , return-to-work programs , and eHealth . Scientific Awards & Recognition : Elected to Australian Clinical Trials Alliance (ACTA) Board (2024) NHMRC Investigator Grant (2024–2029) Stanley Paris Visiting Fellowship (2023) NIHR Senior Investigator Award (2020) Supervision includes 15 completed PhDs and 19 Masters students. She currently supervises projects on collaborative clinical practice , FORENSIC low back pain trial , and shoulder osteoarthritis management . Her grants exceed $145M, including NHMRC , NIHR , and PCORI funding. She leads international collaborations such as the FORENSIC trial (lumbar fusion vs. conservative care) and RAPSODI trial (shoulder replacement approaches).

• Urban Resilience
• Environmental Planning
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Isabelle Thomas is a Full Professor at the School of Urban Planning and Landscape Architecture, Faculty of Urban Planning, University of Montréal. Her research focuses on urban resilience, environmental planning, and climate change adaptation, with a particular emphasis on vulnerability analysis and flood risk management in urban areas. She leads projects funded by agencies like FRQSC and CRSH, collaborating with organizations such as the Quebec Ministry of Public Safety. Education: - Ph.D. in Geography from Sorbonne University, Paris (Thesis: Urban Sprawl and Industrial Brownfields in Ohio Cities) - Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Louisville (2001–2003) - Former Professor at Universities of Houston and New Orleans, and Visiting Professor at Virginia Tech. Research Interests: Her work integrates action research and theoretical inquiry, emphasizing community engagement in resilience-building. Key areas include: - Flood resilience strategies and urban planning - Development of vulnerability assessment tools (e.g., RésiliAction) - Green infrastructure for climate adaptation - Post-disaster reconstruction frameworks Publications: Her 2017 co-edited book La ville résiliente: Comment la construire? outlines foundational principles for resilient communities. Recent articles address topics like eco-districts, urban flood resilience, and participatory disaster recovery processes. Awards: - 2004 Prix Eugène Gallois for her book Étalement urbain et friches industrielles . Grants & Teams: - Leads the ARIACTION research team (Adaptation-Resilience-Innovation-Action) - Co-founded the Observatoire Ivanhoé Cambridge du développement urbain - Collaborates with international networks like i-Rec and AFPCN. Labs & Projects: - Developed the COPARI T-REX initiative for post-flood learning - Involved in the RIISQ network for flood risk management research

• Agricultural Climate Change Adaptation
• Farming Systems Resilience
• Climate Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julian Ramirez-Villegas is a Special Professor on Agricultural Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation at Wageningen University's Plant Production Systems group and a Principal Scientist/Leader of Data Science for Climate Action at CGIAR (Rome). He holds a PhD from the University of Leeds (UK). His research focuses on climate adaptation in farming systems, particularly in low/middle-income countries, with over 60 peer-reviewed publications in journals like PNAS and Nature. Recognized by the United Nations for climate adaptation work, he leads a team of researchers specializing in agricultural modeling, climate services, and socio-economic analysis. At Wageningen, his key research questions address adaptation effectiveness, interplay between adaptation forms (coping/systems change/transformation), and trade-offs between adaptation/mitigation in tropical systems. His work bridges academic research with global policy, emphasizing data-driven solutions for climate-resilient agriculture. Publications highlight innovative approaches in climate data modeling (e.g., CMIP5 projections, EcoCrop model applications), biodiversity conservation strategies, and policy frameworks for climate-smart agriculture. He collaborates widely with CGIAR centers and international organizations to translate research into actionable climate adaptation strategies.

Rachel Ankenyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History and Philosophy of Life Sciences
• Agricultural and Food Studies
• Bioethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rachel Ankeny is a Professor & Chair of Philosophy at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) and holds honorary/affiliate roles at the University of Exeter and University of Adelaide. Her interdisciplinary work spans history/philosophy of life sciences, agricultural studies, bioethics, and science policy. She leads the Philosophy Group at WUR and oversees research at the ARC Training Centre for Future Crops Development. Ankeny holds advanced degrees from the University of Pittsburgh (BA, MA, PhD) and University of Adelaide (MGAstronomy, online education certificate). Research Interests: Epistemic issues in agricultural and medical science Regulatory frameworks for biotechnology Animal welfare and consumer ethics Indigenous knowledge integration Professional Activities: Board member, Ann Johnson Institute (USA) Advisory roles on Australian Commonwealth committees (FSANZ, OGTR) Editor-in-Chief, Studies in HPS Current Projects: Focus on genomic ethics, livestock welfare, and transdisciplinary science policy. Active in public engagement via initiatives like the EchidnaCSI conservation project.

Maria Mercedes Millan Escricheمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Heritage Education
• Sustainable Development Education
• Territorial Planning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Mercedes Millán Escriche is a Research Fellow at the University of Murcia within the School of Mathematical and Social Sciences , Department of Didactics of Social Sciences . She holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Murcia, with her thesis focusing on the LEADER community initiative in local development in the Murcia region. Main Research Lines: Heritage Education, Sustainable Development Education, Territorial Planning and Management, Management of Tourist Spaces and Destinations Research Trends: Her work emphasizes the interplay between tourism, heritage, and sustainability, particularly in rural and coastal areas of Murcia. Recent publications explore gastronomic tourism, experiential travel, and the integration of educational strategies into tourism practices. Collaboration & Impact: She collaborates with researchers across Europe and Latin America, focusing on multidisciplinary approaches to sustainable tourism and territorial development.

Ralph Fyfeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Science
• Archaeology
• Climate Change
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Ralph Fyfe, currently at the University of Plymouth , serves as Professor in Geospatial Information and Associate Dean of Research for Science and Engineering. His research focuses on reconstructing past environmental change, with applications to conservation and climate change mitigation. Interdisciplinary expertise in archaeology, ecology, and climate science Lead Leverhulme Trust projects: "Deforesting Europe," "Transforming the Face of the Mediterranean," and "Reclaiming Exmoor" Contributed to over 115 academic papers and book chapters Ralph’s work combines pollen-landscape calibration datasets to quantify historical land cover changes, revealing human-driven transformations dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods. His research informs modern conservation strategies and has influenced UK National Park Authorities and COP26 climate policies. Recent publications highlight collaborations with international teams on Holocene vegetation dynamics, megafauna extinction impacts, and climate modeling. Key outlets include Global Change Biology and Scientific Reports . Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts He teaches GIS skills , palaeoecology , and employability skills , integrating fieldwork and problem-based learning in locations like Iceland and Dartmoor.

Kim Bernardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polar Zooplankton Ecology
• Marine Ecosystems
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kim Bernard is a Professor at Oregon State University (OSU), affiliated with the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences (CEOAS). She leads the Bernard Zooplankton Ecology Lab, focusing on how climate change and anthropogenic factors influence polar zooplankton ecology, particularly Antarctic krill. Her work integrates physical oceanography and ecological dynamics to understand ecosystem responses to environmental changes. Education: BSc(Hons), MSc, and PhD from Rhodes University, South Africa (2001–2007). Her research spans krill physiology, predator-prey interactions, and the role of physical oceanographic features in structuring marine ecosystems. She has pioneered projects like Project SWARM and collaborates on initiatives such as Polar STEAM to enhance public engagement in polar science. Key research areas include krill reproductive biology, humpback whale-krill relationships, and the impacts of climate change on Antarctic ecosystems. Her work emphasizes the importance of subsurface eddies and Lagrangian coherent structures in sustaining biological hotspots. She actively promotes interdisciplinary approaches, bridging science with education and art. Grants and projects include collaborative efforts on Antarctic krill recruitment, ecosystem-based management, and the ecological role of invasive species like Pyrosoma atlanticum. Her lab’s outreach efforts aim to broaden participation in polar research through STEAM collaborations with educators and artists.

Kelsey Mac Leod Johansenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Tourism
• Nature-Based Tourism
• Water Recreation
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kelsey M. Johansen is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Eastern Finland's UEF Business School (Joensuu Campus), specializing in the amenity, experiential, economic, and societal value of blue spaces and trails for recreation, wellbeing, and sustainable tourism development. Her work focuses on community-centered approaches to tourism product development, knowledge mobilization across sectors, and designing transformative nature-based experiences through collaborative partnerships. Her research integrates themes of wellbeing tourism , nature-human connection , and sustainable recreation , with a particular emphasis on Japanese inbound markets to Finland. Key projects include the SenseLab (2023-2025) and collaborations with the Japanese Elämä Project and EcoConscious Japan to co-create culturally embedded wellness experiences. Current interests span transformational travel design digital tourism experiences blue space utilization community asset activation Recent publications analyze trends in wellbeing tourism (2025), virtual tourism experiences (2024), and trail tourism resilience (2022). Her work bridges forest bathing practices with academic frameworks for transformative experiences, emphasizing reflection, integration, and cross-cultural exchange.

Vivian Nguyenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Science
• Conservation Biology
• Sustainability
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vivian Nguyen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Carleton University, within the Faculty of Science. She holds a B.Sc. in Environmental Science (with minors in Biology and Business) and a Ph.D. in Biology with a focus on sociology, both from Carleton University. Her research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address environmental and societal challenges, particularly in natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, and climate change adaptation. She investigates human motivations and behaviors related to environmental issues and advocates for bridging the 'knowledge-action gap' through knowledge mobilization and co-production. Her work spans the natural and social sciences, integrating concepts from social ecology, conservation social science, and policy analysis. She collaborates extensively with stakeholders, communities, and policymakers to ensure scientific findings inform practical solutions. Nguyen's research often explores questions about pro-environmental behavior, sustainable practices in fisheries, and effective science communication strategies. Key areas of focus include human dimensions of fisheries management, conservation social science, and science-policy interfaces. She has contributed to understanding stakeholder perceptions, knowledge uptake in fisheries management, and the role of community engagement in environmental decision-making. Nguyen's commitment to actionable science is evident in her efforts to translate research into policy and practice. Her educational background in both environmental science and sociology underscores her dual focus on ecological and human systems. She maintains an active research group and engages in public outreach, such as her Science Café presentation on the societal role of social sciences in STEM. Nguyen's office is located in Herzberg 4411, and her work reflects a dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion in environmental research and education.

Oswin Maurerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tourism Management
• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Oswin Maurer is a tenured Full Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Management, University of Bolzano (Italy). His work focuses on consumer behavior, tourism management, and experimental design with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation. He teaches marketing and tourism management courses in both English and German at the Bachelor and Master levels, including the Bachelor in Tourism, Sport and Event Management and the Master in Tourism Management. Research Interests Professor Maurer explores topics such as pro-environmental behavior in tourism, food waste reduction strategies, and the impact of pricing models on tourist spending. His experimental approaches include interventions like persuasive messaging in hotel buffets and analyzing the role of social media in tourism marketing. He has pioneered studies on workation trends and the integration of work and leisure in South Tyrol. Publications His recent work spans AI adoption challenges in hospitality, metaverse-based consumption patterns, and the socio-economic impacts of tourism. Over 50 publications reflect his focus on sustainability, technology, and behavioral economics. Notable contributions include frameworks for place-related pro-environmental actions and studies on tourism's effects on community well-being. Affiliations He leads the Smart Tourism Laboratory and advises the Tourism Management Club. His research collaborations span international journals like Annals of Tourism Research and Sustainability, emphasizing open-access publishing to maximize impact. Grants & Impact His funded projects address critical issues like food waste reduction in tourism settings and the economic implications of all-inclusive travel packages. He actively engages with policy makers through frameworks for estimating tourism carrying capacity and preserving local resources.

Shenyue Jiaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Climate Change
• Geospatial Analysis
• Remote Sensing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shenyue Jia is an Assistant Professor of Geography and Director of the Geospatial Analysis Center at Miami University, Ohio. Her research focuses on leveraging satellite and crowdsourced data to analyze climate change impacts in semi-arid ecosystems and human adaptation strategies. She also innovates GIS education to democratize geospatial analysis tools beyond traditional software. Education: Ph.D. in Geography (UCLA), M.S. in Cartography (Nanjing University), B.S. in GIS (Nanjing Normal University) Her research interests include: Wildfire risk assessment using SMAP soil moisture and vegetation indices GIS applications in disaster response (e.g., power outage analysis during wildfires) Social media data utilization for crisis management GIS curriculum development emphasizing R/Python tools Recent projects include NASA DEVELOP's Kentucky tornado power outage analysis and collaborative work with CrisisReady on real-time geolocation data platforms. She has presented at AGU Annual Meetings and received grants from CADS and Miami University's CTE. Key Collaborations: CrisisReady, Thriving Earth Exchange, Google Geo for Good Teaching initiatives include a Climate Science Communication course and 3D urban modeling projects funded by the Humanities Center. She advises Slade Laszewski, whose 2024 ERC publication on WUI population trends earned recognition.