جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christopher C. Gilbertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Primate Paleontology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Phylogenetic Systematics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Christopher C. Gilbert is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY), where he teaches and supervises undergraduate and graduate students. He leads the Gilbert Primate Evolution Lab, which houses osteological and cast collections analyzed via 3D imaging and anatomical tools. Dr. Gilbert is also a member of the doctoral faculty in the PhD Program in Anthropology at the Graduate Center, CUNY, and a research associate at the American Museum of Natural History's Division of Paleontology. Primary Affiliation: Hunter College (Department of Anthropology) Additional Roles: Graduate Center, CUNY (Doctoral Faculty); New York Consortium in Evolutionary Primatology (NYCEP); American Museum of Natural History (Research Associate) Educational Background: B.A., Biological Anthropology and Anatomy, Duke University Ph.D., Stony Brook University (2008), advisor John Fleagle Postdoctoral Fellowship, Yale University, working with Andrew Hill and Eric Sargis Research Focus: Dr. Gilbert is a primate paleontologist studying 66 million years of primate and mammalian evolution, with emphasis on craniodental anatomy and phylogenetic systematics. His work spans the Eocene to present, including: African and Asian hominoid evolutionary history and biogeography Old World monkey systematics (especially Plio-Pleistocene African papionins) Fieldwork in the Indian Siwalik Hills (2010-present) and Wind River Basin, Wyoming (collaborative projects) Ecological and climatic responses in early primates during the Early Eocene Climatic Optimum Publications Trends: His recent work focuses on: Hominoid evolution gaps (e.g., Ramnagar Miocene ape) Cercopithecoid phylogeny and biogeography 3D imaging applications in fossil analysis Taphonomy and paleoecology of Miocene sites Collaborative studies linking primate and hominin evolution Grants & Collaborations: Dr. Gilbert's research is funded by the National Science Foundation, Leakey Foundation, Wenner-Gren Foundation, and CUNY grants. Collaborators include Rajeev Patnaik (Panjab University), Biren Patel (USC), Chris Campisano (Arizona State), Ross Secord (University of Nebraska), Stephen Chester (Brooklyn College, CUNY), and Amy Chew (Brown University). Labs & Teams: He oversees the Gilbert Primate Evolution Lab at Hunter College and participates in the New York Consortium in Evolutionary Primatology (NYCEP) and the Nutritional Ecology Lab.

André Desbiensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Automation and Control Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Data-driven Estimation and Optimization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

André Desbiens is a Full Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering at Laval University , affiliated with the Process Observation and Optimization Laboratory (LOOP) and the Research Center for Geology and Mineral Resources Engineering (E4M). He has been active in automation and control engineering since 1995. Ph.D., Electrical Engineering (1995) B.Sc.A., Physical Engineering (1988) His research focuses on data-driven estimation and control , aircraft performance modeling , and process control in chemical engineering . Recent work emphasizes economic model predictive control in mineral processing and fluidized bed dryer optimization . Scientific awards include multiple Teaching Star distinctions from the Faculty of Science and Engineering (2007–2019). Notable funded projects involve hypersonic glider command , helicopter simulator qualification , and laser plasma spectroscopy for mining .

• Climate Science
• Glaciology
• Ice Core Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dorthe Dahl-Jensen is a Professor of Geophysics at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, where she leads the Ice, Climate and Geophysics research group. As Director of the Center of Excellence for Ice and Climate, she oversees major international research initiatives focused on understanding past climate through ice core analysis and modeling ice sheet dynamics. Her leadership extends to chairing the NEEM Steering Committee and previously leading the NGRIP deep drilling program. University of Copenhagen (2002-present): Professor, Niels Bohr Institute Center of Excellence for Ice and Climate: Director NEEM Deep Drilling Project: International Coordinator IPY Cluster 'Stability of the Greenland Ice Sheet': Cluster Leader Royal Danish Academy of Sciences: Member Dahl-Jensen's research focuses on reconstructing past climate records using ice cores and borehole data, with particular emphasis on the Greenland Ice Sheet. Her work combines theoretical modeling of ice flow with empirical analysis of ice core data to understand both historical climate patterns and future ice sheet behavior. She specializes in developing anisotropic flow laws to describe ice deformation and uses radio echo sounding to map ice fabric and subglacial conditions. Her current research projects include the ERC Advanced Grant WATERundertheICE and the EU FP7 Past4Future program, which aim to understand past warm periods and improve projections of ice sheet response to climate change. Her publication record demonstrates expertise across multiple disciplines, with recent work spanning glaciology, remote sensing, paleoclimatology, and climate science. The research themes consistently focus on ice sheet dynamics, climate reconstruction, and the implications of past climate changes for understanding current and future warming. Her team's work on the Northeast Greenland Ice Stream has provided critical insights into ice fabric evolution and deformation mechanisms that govern ice flow. EU Descartes Price (2008) VEGA Medal (2008) Amalienborg Prize (2009) Munch Prize (2009) Multiple foundation honors including Inge Lehman's, Christine Meyers, and Ole Rømers Foundations Professor Dahl-Jensen has advised 38 PhD and Master's students throughout her career, currently supervising 4 PhD candidates and 2 Master's students. She has secured significant research funding including the ERC Advanced Investigators Grant WATERundertheICE (2010-2014) and coordination of the EU FP7 Past4Future project. Her leadership extends to chairing the Danish National Committee for the International Polar Year and serving on numerous international scientific boards including the Scientific Council of the ISAC and the Advisory Board for IDPO. She leads the Center of Excellence for Ice and Climate and coordinates the international NEEM deep drilling program involving 14 nations. Her research group operates multiple field sites in Greenland and maintains strong collaborations with international polar research institutions. The team utilizes advanced techniques including radio echo sounding, ice core analysis, and high-resolution climate modeling to investigate ice sheet dynamics and past climate conditions.

• Glaciology
• Paleoclimatology
• Climate Change
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rahul Dey is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Niels Bohr Institute , University of Copenhagen, specializing in Ice, Climate and Geophysics . He focuses on glaciology and paleoclimatology through ice core analysis. His research integrates Fieldwork in polar regions Laboratory analysis of ice cores Computational climate data modeling Recent publications emphasize Digital ice core imaging techniques Antarctic climate variability reconstruction IPCC report collaborative assessments Ice shelf surface mass balance patterns Radar-ice core data correlation External affiliations include Project Scientist at National Center for Polar and Ocean Research (2023-2025). Peer review activities for journals like Frontiers in Water and The Cryosphere demonstrate his academic engagement.

Mario Nerviمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Electrical Engineering
• Power Systems
• HVDC Transmission
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mario Nervi is an Associate Professor at the University of Genoa in the Department of Naval, Electrical, Electronic, and Telecommunications Engineering (DITEN). He teaches core electrical engineering courses including Electric and Magnetic Fields, Circuit Complements, Basic Numerical Methods and Optimization Techniques for Electromagnetic Systems, and Circuit Theory and Electrical Laboratory across bachelor's and master's degree programs. His research focuses on: HVDC transmission systems and sea/ground electrodes Electromagnetic interference mitigation in power infrastructure Computational methods for electromagnetic field analysis Optimization techniques for power systems Marine energy transmission challenges Electrode material selection and corrosion management Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on HVDC electrode design, with recent work (2023-2025) addressing offshore electrode efficiency, interference mitigation, and cost-benefit analysis of submarine systems. Earlier work (2012-2021) established foundations in computational electromagnetics, electrode material science, and deep-water installation techniques. No awards or student advising information was found in available sources. Contact via mario.nervi@unige.it with appointment-based office hours (remote or in-person).

Carol Clelandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Philosophy of Science
• Philosophy of Biology
• Astrobiology
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Carol Cleland is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Colorado Boulder and Director of the Center for the Study of Origins. She is also a SETI Institute Affiliate and former collaborator with the NASA Astrobiology Institute (NAI). Her work bridges philosophy and astrobiology, focusing on the definition and detection of life beyond Earth. Research Interests: Cleland investigates the philosophical foundations of science, particularly the challenges of defining life and detecting non-Earth-like organisms. She advocates for tentative criteria over rigid definitions in astrobiological research and explores the epistemology of historical sciences like geology and evolutionary biology. Key Articles: Her publications highlight interdisciplinary themes, including historical contingency in mineralogy, the shadow biosphere hypothesis, and methodological differences between historical and experimental sciences. These works often address the epistemological limits of generalizing from Earth’s life to extraterrestrial possibilities. Books: Cleland authored The Quest for a Universal Theory of Life (2019) and co-authored The Nature of Life (2010), both offering philosophical frameworks for understanding life’s diversity and origins. Interdisciplinary Leadership: As director of the Center for the Study of Origins, she fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration between natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities to study historical phenomena like climate change and cultural collapses.

Ian Willisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Glaciology
• Glacier Hydrology
• Ice Sheet Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Ian Willis is a University Professor in Physical Geography at the University of Cambridge and a leading glaciologist with expertise in the meteorology, hydrology, and dynamics of glaciers and ice sheets. He is affiliated with the Department of Geography and the Scott Polar Research Institute, where he teaches courses on glacial processes, polar studies, and fieldwork. His research spans Antarctica, Greenland, Iceland, Svalbard, and the Himalayas. Education: BSc, PhD Research Interests: Ian focuses on glacial hydrology, ice sheet stability, remote sensing of cryospheric systems, and climate change impacts on glaciers. His work integrates field geophysics, satellite/airborne remote sensing, and physics-based computer modeling. Publication Trends: His recent articles emphasize Antarctic ice shelf slush dynamics, Greenland Ice Sheet meltwater transfer, Himalayan glacier energy balance, and leveraging satellite data (Sentinel, Landsat) for cryospheric monitoring. Scientific Awards: Fellow, International Glaciological Society Advising & Grants: He supervises PhD students like Konstantinos Alexopoulos and has contributed to NERC-funded projects. He actively reviews grants for NERC, NSF, and other agencies. Labs & Teams: Willis collaborates with the Glaciology and Glacial Geology research group at Cambridge and partners such as CIRES (Boulder), University of Washington, and University of Canterbury.

• Glaciology
• Remote Sensing
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Rebecca Dell is an Assistant Professor in Glaciology at the Scott Polar Research Institute (SPRI), University of Cambridge, and a Director of Studies and Geography Fellow at Trinity Hall, Cambridge. She specializes in remote sensing and fieldwork-based studies of Antarctic ice shelves , focusing on meltwater dynamics and stability. Her research integrates machine learning with satellite data to advance understanding of polar environments. PhD in Polar Studies (2021), University of Cambridge MPhil in Geography (2017), Newcastle University BSc (First Class) in Geography (2016), University of Durham Dr Dell's research explores the spatio-temporal variation of ice shelf meltwater using remote sensing and machine learning. She developed a Random Forest Classifier to detect slush and ponded water across Antarctica, improving climate models. Her work spans collaborations with NSF/NERC projects and ESA's Climate Change Initiative. Recent publications highlight her contributions to Antarctic surface hydrology , including studies on meltwater-induced fracture, slush detection, and SAR/optical satellite integration. She has conducted fieldwork in Antarctica and Iceland. NERC Field Spectrometry Facility Loan (2022) ESA Climate Change Initiative Fellowship (£83,000) (2020) NERC PhD Studentship (~£78,000) (2017) Dr Dell supervises postgraduate students on topics like ice shelf stability and supraglacial hydrology. She is affiliated with Trinity Hall, Cambridge, and previously held roles at Newnham College and the European Geosciences Union.

• Materials Science
• Cultural Heritage Conservation
• Nanotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Laura Bergamonti is a researcher in the Department of Chemical, Life and Environmental Sustainability Sciences at the University of Parma. Her research focuses on innovative materials and methods for cultural heritage conservation, particularly for stone, wood, and artwork preservation. She specializes in nanotechnology applications for conservation, including N-doped TiO2 coatings for self-cleaning properties Hydrophobic treatments for artifacts Bio-based materials for wood restoration Laura's work encompasses analytical chemistry techniques such as FTIR spectroscopy Raman spectroscopy GC/MS analysis X-ray diffraction for material characterization in cultural heritage contexts. Her research has significantly contributed to Understanding pigment-binder interactions Developing cleaning methods for artworks Investigating aging effects on materials Green extraction methods for nanomaterials Laura is actively involved in teaching, currently delivering courses on 'Chemistry and Technologies of Innovative Materials' for Mechanical Engineering students at the University of Parma. She serves as a reference teacher for the Mechanical Engineering bachelor's degree program.

• Geometallurgy
• Mineral Processing
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julie Hunt is a geologist and geometallurgist at the Centre for Ore Deposit and Earth Sciences (CODES) within the School of Natural Sciences at the University of Tasmania. As of February 1, 2025, she transitioned to adjunct status while maintaining active research collaborations. Her work bridges geology and mineral processing with a focus on geometallurgy, critical metals, and sustainable resource extraction. Her research interests center on geometallurgy, mineral processing/beneficiation, geochemistry, and critical metals. Dr. Hunt specializes in understanding the geological controls on mineral processing behavior, with particular expertise in IOCG (Iron Oxide Copper Gold) deposits, tungsten systems, and Tasmanian mineral resources. Her work integrates geological, mineralogical, and geochemical data to optimize resource extraction while minimizing environmental impacts. Dr. Hunt's recent publications reveal a strong focus on critical metals in Tasmanian deposits, geometallurgical characterization of various ore systems, and environmentally sustainable production methods. Her work demonstrates how geological understanding can directly inform processing decisions, particularly for complex deposits where traditional approaches may be inefficient. She has secured significant funding for research projects related to geometallurgy and critical metals, demonstrating the practical applications of her work for the mining industry. Dr. Hunt actively supervises doctoral and masters students, with completed supervision including Karla Alejandra Morales Leiva, Nathaly Estefania Guerrero Ramirez, Cassady Lee Harraden, Paula Andrea Montoya Lopera, Angela Jane Escolme, Stacey Leichliter, and Natalee Kate Bonnici. Her current doctoral supervision includes projects on Nautanen IOCG deposit characterisation, Critical Metal Potential in Savage River Magnetite Deposit, and Pathways to Production for Critical Metals at the Kara W deposit.

Maartje Boonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Engineering
• Energy Storage
• Geomechanics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maartje Boon is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Mechanics (MIB) , University of Stuttgart , leading the Porous Media department. Her research focuses on subsurface energy systems, particularly hydrogen and CO2 storage in geological formations. Specializes in multiphase flow dynamics and rock heterogeneity Applies microfluidics and computational modeling Collaborates with institutions like Stanford and TU Delft Research Highlights : Experimental characterization of hydrogen/brine interactions in porous rocks (2024) Microbial-induced wettability alteration for storage optimization (2024) Dynamic contact angle analysis for subsurface flow modeling (2022) Publications (2016-2024) demonstrate expertise in: Multiphase flow in heterogeneous sandstones Anisotropic saturation functions for reservoir simulation Geochemical mixing and dispersion mechanisms

Kashif Mahmudمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Remote Sensing
• Hydrogeology
• Terrestrial Carbon Cycle
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Kashif Mahmud is an Assistant Professor at the Kimbell School of Geosciences, Midwestern State University, and an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of New South Wales. His research integrates remote sensing, hydrogeology, and carbon cycle dynamics, focusing on karst environments, groundwater recharge, and climate change impacts. Develops innovative methodologies using terrestrial LiDAR and drip loggers for subsurface hydrology studies Specializes in data assimilation for improving terrestrial biosphere model predictions Collaborates on international projects like the ARC-funded 'Caves and their stalagmites: linking climate to groundwater recharge' His lab engages in advanced geospatial projects, including the 'Texas as Art' initiative and NSF-funded GeoTech Center activities. Research areas span from cave hydrology to wildfire smoke impact analysis, with a strong emphasis on computational modeling and environmental sustainability. Recent publications highlight his expertise in: Stochastic modeling of karst aquifers with training image algorithms LiDAR-based biomass estimation for urban forests Climate change feedbacks in terrestrial carbon cycling Wildfire PM2.5 pollution dynamics using satellite data The lab's work has received recognition through student awards (AIPG Shoemaker Award, GSA Karst Division Grant) and collaborative grants like the $3,038,909 ARC project. He supervises graduate students in projects ranging from cave exploration with emerging technologies to spatiotemporal deforestation analysis, maintaining active fieldwork at sites like Natural Bridge Caverns, Texas.

Tasnuva Ming Khanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Paleoecology
• Marine Biology
• Biodiversity Assessment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tasnuva Ming Khan is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Paleontology , GeoZentrum Nordbayern , Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) , where she focuses on paleoecology and marine biodiversity using interdisciplinary methods. She completed her PhD in Zoology at the University of Cambridge and British Antarctic Survey (expected 2025) and holds an MSc in Geosciences (2021) from FAU. Education: PhD Zoology (expected 2025) – University of Cambridge & British Antarctic Survey MSc Geosciences (2021) – Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg BSc Earth Systems Science (2018) – Cornell University Research Interests include scale-dependent drivers of marine community structure, asymmetric range shifts in planktonic foraminifera under the AGELESS project , and the influence of colonial history/global economics on fossil record biases. Her work integrates Bayesian network inference , metacommunity theory , and spatial point process analyses to study modern and fossil marine ecosystems. Key Publications cover topics like deep-sea benthic community dynamics in Antarctica, thermographic studies of humpback whales, and geothermal energy projects at Cornell. Her recent studies (2024–2025) focus on automated detection of Antarctic benthic organisms and environmental heterogeneity impacts on polar ecosystems. Collaborations span institutions including University of Oxford , University of Colorado Boulder , and University of Washington , with affiliations in projects like Deep-time Ecology Group and AGELESS (Leveraging long-term planktonic diversity data for biodiversity protection in areas beyond national jurisdiction).

Stuart Raymond Clarkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geophysics
• Basin Dynamics
• Seismology
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Stuart Raymond Clark is a geophysicist and computational geoscientist at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he currently serves as Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Director of Governance for the Faculty of Engineering. Previously, he held roles at Simula Research Laboratory and Kalkulo AS, focusing on plate tectonics, paleogeography, and numerical simulations. PhD in Geophysics, University of Sydney (2007) Graduate Certificate in University Learning and Teaching, UNSW (2022) Master of Arts, University of Melbourne (2004) BSc.(Hons)/B. Arts, University of Sydney (2002) Stuart's research explores the interplay between deep Earth processes and sedimentary basin development, with a focus on applying machine learning and numerical modeling to geological problems. He works on topics including subduction dynamics, sediment transport, and geophysical fluid dynamics, often in collaboration with industry and international partners. His recent projects include Kinematica: Inference-Based Rapid Resource Exploration Scenario Testing (Australian Research Council, 2020-2023) and Geodynamical Assessments of Subsidence in the North West Shelf in Australia (2024-2025, Australian Lead CI). He has published 48 journal articles, with 14 in top 10% journals over three years. Scientia Professor (UNSW, 2025) ARC Postgraduate Council's Supervisor Award (2021) UNSW Vice Chancellor's Teaching Excellence Award - Rising Star (2019) UNSW Engineering Hero Award (2020) Stuart supervises PhD and research master's students in geophysics, structural geology, and machine learning applications. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in geology, sedimentary resources, and seismic imaging. His research is supported by grants from the Australian Research Council, CSIRO, and industry partners like Lundin Energy.

Andrew R. Willisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Vision
• Pattern Recognition
• Image Processing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrew R. Willis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, conducting interdisciplinary research in computer vision and pattern recognition with applications spanning archaeology, medicine, and planetary science. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Scientia Machina) from Brown University (2004) M.S. in Applied Mathematics from Brown University (2003) M.S. in Electrical Sciences from Brown University (2001) B.S. in Electrical Engineering (cum laude) from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (1995) B.S. in Computer Science (cum laude) from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (1994) Dr. Willis's research focuses on computational geometry in multi-dimensional spaces, developing algorithms for 3D shape analysis, feature detection, and image processing. His work bridges engineering with cultural heritage preservation through archaeological artifact reconstruction, clinical biomechanics via surgical planning tools, and planetary geology through extraterrestrial surface analysis. Analysis of his publications reveals consistent innovation in applying vision algorithms across disparate fields, with recent work emphasizing RGBD sensor processing, thermal stress modeling on Mars, and medical image-based fracture reconstruction, demonstrating exceptional methodological transferability. Scientific recognition includes: ASB Clinical Biomechanics Award (2010) for contributions to virtual fracture reconstruction He directs the Charlotte VisionLab, advancing computer vision research through interdisciplinary collaboration while maintaining active contributions to radar systems and synthetic aperture imaging methodologies.