جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Development
• Ecosystem Management
• Conservation Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Pierre L. Ibisch is a Professor of Social Ecology of Forest Ecosystems at Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde (HNEE). He serves as Founding Director of the Centre for Econics and Ecosystem Management and co-founded the Biosphere Reserves Institute. His work integrates ecological, social, and ethical dimensions of forest conservation. Current academic affiliation: HNEE (since 2024) Previous roles: Professor for Nature Conservation (2004-2024), Research Professorships (2009-2024) Research Focus: Ecosystem-based sustainable development, adaptive vulnerability management, and econics. He emphasizes transdisciplinary approaches to forest conservation and climate protection. Scientific Contributions: Recent publications analyze post-fire forest recovery, climate change impacts on forests, road infrastructure effects, and policy implementation challenges. His work demonstrates systemic understanding of forest ecosystems through empirical and conceptual studies. Notable 2025 studies: Post-fire regeneration dynamics, EU restoration policy implementation, roadless area conservation Awards & Memberships: Advisory Board Member, German Federal Ministry for the Environment (2024) Founding Program Director, B.Sc. Social-Ecological Forest Management Board member of multiple conservation organizations

James Lindholmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Ecology
• Marine Conservation Policy
• Benthic Habitat Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Lindholm is a Professor in the Department of Marine Science at California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB), holding the James W. Rote Distinguished Professorship in Marine Science & Policy. His research focuses on marine ecology, fisheries management, and the application of science to policy. He leads the Video & Image Analysis Lab and chairs the Marine Science Program and Scientific Diving Program. Dr. Lindholm earned his Ph.D. from Boston University and completed a postdoc at the National Undersea Research Center. His work spans global marine ecosystems, emphasizing benthic habitats, bottom trawling impacts, and MPA design. He has authored 42 peer-reviewed articles and a textbook, Dynamic Modeling for Marine Conservation (Springer, 2002). He advises policymakers on marine conservation, including contributions to a Presidential Executive Order and congressional briefings. Lindholm teaches courses like Marine Fish Ecology and Scientific Diving Techniques. His research integrates technologies such as ROVs, AUVs, and acoustic telemetry for ecological insights.

Laura Aileen Saulsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Political Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Governance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Laura Aileen Sauls is an Assistant Professor at George Mason University’s Global Affairs Program, specializing in political ecology, biodiversity conservation, and climate change governance. Her research combines environmental justice frameworks with community-driven approaches, particularly in Latin America. Previous Roles: Leverhulme Early Career Fellow (University of Sheffield), Teaching Fellow (College of the Holy Cross) Education: PhD in Geography (Clark University), MA in Geography (Clark University), MPhil in Development Studies (University of Oxford), BA in International Relations and Environmental Science & Policy (College of William & Mary) Her work focuses on: Land rights struggles and remote sensing technologies Climate finance justice in Mesoamerican forests Impacts of extractive industries on community governance Geospatial tools for conservation and territorial defense Migration dynamics linked to environmental degradation Philanthropy’s role in rights-based conservation Laura’s recent publications analyze drone-based conservation, data justice in biodiversity, and infrastructure’s effects on forest communities. She collaborates with Indigenous groups across Mexico and Central America. Scientific Awards: Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship Contact: lsauls@gmu.edu | Office Hours: Monday 4-5 pm, Tuesday/Thursday 10:30-11:45 am (online)

Jason Montgomeryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Morphology
• Traditional Architectural Design
• Classical Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jason Montgomery is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies at the School of Architecture and Planning, Catholic University of America. He is also a practicing architect and principal at Truong Montgomery Architect. With a professional degree from the University of Notre Dame (1992), he has worked internationally on significant projects including the extension to Selwyn College of Cambridge University and the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve. Professor Montgomery's educational background includes: Master of the Arts in Architecture, University of Wales at Cardiff Graduate Diploma in Architecture, Prince of Wales’s Institute for Architecture Bachelor of Architecture, University of Notre Dame Professor Montgomery's research centers on urban morphology and traditional architectural design. He explores place-based sustainability, spatial typologies, and combats urban social stratification through analytical modeling. His work integrates historical analysis with contemporary urban challenges, focusing on post-COVID city reimagining and ecological stewardship, as evidenced in his contributions to Sephardic palace studies and Brooklyn civic infrastructure research. His recent publications (2020-2024) reveal a consistent focus on urban housing crises, spatial equity, and post-pandemic urban space transformation. Montgomery bridges architectural theory with practical design solutions, emphasizing Brooklyn's public spaces and systemic housing challenges. His scholarship demonstrates interdisciplinary integration of historical cartography, social infrastructure, and sustainable urban development frameworks. Professor Montgomery has received the following recognition: Futures Fellow, City University of New York Graduate Center (2021) With extensive teaching experience at Notre Dame, Yale, and CUNY institutions, Montgomery has organized symposia on Brooklyn's urban development and affordable housing. His role as Associate Dean for Graduate Studies involves significant oversight of academic programs and curriculum development, though specific student advising details are not publicly documented. He has contributed to architectural pedagogy through text-based learning methodologies and place-based educational frameworks. As a board member of CNU NYC and principal at Truong Montgomery Architect, he leads design projects and collaborates through international conferences on 21st-century urban complexity. His professional practice and academic work converge in examining materiality, tectonics, and the social dimensions of urban space.

• Productivity and Efficiency Analysis
• Environmental Economics and Policy
• Agricultural Economics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Atakelty Hailu is an Associate Professor at the UWA School of Agriculture and Environment, University of Western Australia. He serves as Graduate Research Coordinator and Coordinator of the Master of Agricultural Economics program. His educational background includes a BSc in Agricultural Economics from Alemaya University (1990) and PhD from University of Alberta (1998), with postdoctoral research at the Canadian Sustainable Forest Management Network. Research Expertise: Hailu's research spans productivity and efficiency analysis, environmental policy design, whole-farm bioeconomic modeling, agent-based computational economics, and non-market valuation. His current projects examine marine recreation valuation, economic-hydrologic modeling, China's carbon abatement costs, and human development indicators. Publication Focus: Hailu's recent publications reflect his interdisciplinary approach, addressing technical efficiency in agriculture across multiple countries (Vietnam, Pakistan, Kenya, Bangladesh), sustainable intensification practices, fisheries management innovations, and economic valuation methods. His work consistently integrates econometric methods with environmental policy applications. Awards and Recognition: Outstanding Doctoral Thesis Award (Canadian Agricultural Economics Society) Chancellor's Gold Medal for undergraduate achievements Publication of Enduring Quality Award (CAES, 2018) Graduate Supervision: Hailu has supervised numerous PhD students on projects including marine reserve effectiveness, agricultural efficiency in Vietnam and Ethiopia, conservation valuation in national parks, and fisheries management systems. Current PhD advisees focus on topics ranging from no-take marine reserves to efficiency in Kenyan agriculture. Research Funding: Hailu has secured multiple grants including projects on natural hazard economics (Bushfire CRC), marine conservation strategies (Australian Marine Conservation Society), environmental service policies (AgriFutures Australia), and conservation tender optimization (Dept of Agriculture).

Peter Arceseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Biology
• Population Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Arcese is the FRBC Chair of Applied Conservation Biology and co-Director of the Centre for Applied Conservation Research in the Faculty of Forestry at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on ecology and evolution of small populations, conservation biology, and human impacts on ecosystems. He has led long-term studies on song sparrows and other species, emphasizing population genetics, inbreeding effects, and invasive species management. With over 100 publications and 28 graduate students, his work bridges theoretical and applied conservation, addressing biodiversity loss and reserve design. Education: PhD in Zoology (UBC), postdoctoral work in Tanzania. Awards include NSF Young Investigator Award and Fellowship in the American Ornithologists Union. Active in global conservation initiatives, including Andean bear conservation and Garry Oak ecosystem restoration. His lab develops tools like the prioritizr R package for conservation prioritization. Key contributions include documenting human-driven ecosystem changes, designing nature reserves, and guiding policy through empirical research. Collaborations span institutions like The Nature Trust of BC and international conservation groups. Current projects address climate adaptation, genetic rescue in small populations, and urban biodiversity challenges.

Daniel Ierodiaconouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Ecology
• Environmental Management
• Geology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Daniel Ierodiaconou is a marine ecologist at Deakin University, where he serves as Professor in Marine Science and leads the Deakin Marine Mapping Group. He acts as Victorian Node Leader for the Integrated Marine Observing System (IMOS), Board Director for the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority, and Coastal Lead Scientist for the CoastRI Initiative. His work combines multi-disciplinary approaches to advance marine ecosystem-based management. Doctor of Philosophy, Deakin University Bachelor of Science (Aquatic Science), Deakin University Bachelor of Science (Fisheries Management & Aquaculture), Deakin University Daniel's research focuses on Benthic Habitat Mapping , Marine Protected Areas , and Coastal Process Monitoring . His work integrates Remote Sensing , Image Classification , and Change Detection techniques to inform marine conservation and climate adaptation strategies. Recent publications highlight advancements in Seafloor Habitat Classification , Coastal Erosion Modeling , and Seagrass Restoration . Scientific awards include: 2020 Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science 2020 Victorian Coastal Award for Innovative Applied Research 2018 Victorian Coastal Award for Partnership Research 2009 Tall Poppy Award Daniel supervises 10 current doctoral students and has advised 16 PhD completions. His grants portfolio exceeds $7 million, including a $5 million NCRIS-funded CoastRI Coastal Monitoring Network. He specializes in integrating Geospatial Technologies with Marine Conservation through his leadership in citizen science drone programs and Victoria's first wave buoy network.

Katherine Mosebyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• conservation biology
• desert ecology
• reintroduction biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Katherine Moseby is a wildlife ecologist and conservation biologist at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), focusing on arid and semi-arid ecosystems. Her work spans applied research in species translocation, predator-prey dynamics, and biodiversity conservation, with a particular emphasis on threatened Australian mammals like bilbies, quolls, and numbats. She leads large-scale field experiments and co-founded key conservation initiatives such as Arid Recovery , Wild Deserts , and Tetepare Island , which have influenced national policies on predator management and ecosystem restoration. Her research has driven the adoption of conservation fences and predator thresholds to enhance reintroduction success beyond fenced reserves. Her current projects include studies on feral cat impacts, heat stress in desert mammals, and trophic cascades in fenced reserves. She actively supervises students in ecological research and collaborates with institutions like the National Environment Science Program Resilient Landscapes Hub and Great Victoria Desert Biodiversity Trust .

Stavros Sakellariouمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Wildfire Management
• Drought Monitoring
• Flood Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stavros Sakellariou serves as a Research Fellow (Marie Curie) in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Brunel University London's College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. His expertise centers on geospatial analysis of natural disasters, particularly wildfires and droughts, leveraging remote sensing and AI for risk management. His educational background includes: PhD in Environmental Hazards Management and Spatial Planning, University of Thessaly (2016) MSc in Geospatial Technologies (Erasmus Mundus Joint Degree), 2016 MSc in Spatial Planning & Development, University of Thessaly (2010) MEng in Spatial Planning and Regional Development, University of Thessaly (2008) Dr. Sakellariou's research integrates geographic information systems , remote sensing , and artificial intelligence to address wildfire dynamics, drought/flood modeling, and climate change impacts. His work emphasizes spatial decision support systems for disaster prevention and resilience engineering in Mediterranean ecosystems, with significant contributions to early warning frameworks and urban-wildland interface safety. Recent publications reveal a concentrated focus on wildfire risk assessment (40% of works), drought monitoring (30%), and climate adaptation modeling (20%), predominantly utilizing satellite data fusion and spatiotemporal analytics. Key innovations include optimization methods for firefighting resource deployment and vulnerability assessments of agroecosystems. His accolades include: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (FIREWISE project, 2024) 7 national/international scholarships and awards With 11.5 years of teaching experience across undergraduate and master's programs at Greek universities, he has contributed to 8 multi-partner research projects on disaster management. His service includes reviewing for 25+ journals and guest-editing special issues on natural hazards. Current work centers on the FIREWISE project's integrated framework for proactive wildfire resilience.

• Ecotoxicology
• Environmental Science
• Wildlife Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Scott McMurry is a Regents Professor in the Biology Department at Oklahoma State University (2007-present). His research examines how environmental stressors like contaminants, agricultural practices, and habitat changes affect wildlife, particularly amphibians and birds. He works across terrestrial/aquatic systems in North/Central America with dual field-laboratory approaches. Research Themes : Contaminant impacts on amphibian immunity/development Playa wetland conservation and carbon sequestration Avian nest-site selection under multifarious selection pressures Human-wildlife conflict in agricultural landscapes Key Collaborations : US Army Corps of Engineers (juniper habitat management) Syngenta Crop Protection (amphibian mesocosm studies) USDA (CRP policy analysis, carbon algorithm development) His article trends (2025-2020) span ecotoxicology (atrazine, fungicides), wetland ecology (playas, CRP habitats), and conservation biology (bird nesting behavior, crocodile dimorphisms). Notable subfields include developmental toxicity assays, sensory system metal toxicity, and pollinator community dynamics. Grants & Collaborations include: 10+ US Army Corps of Engineers projects (2015-2023) Syngenta-funded atrazine studies (2018-2026) USDA ecosystem service research (2017-2023) He teaches graduate research courses, Animal Behavior (undergraduate), and Population/Community Ecotoxicology (2017-2024), with a focus on field methodologies and contaminant risk assessment.

• Freshwater ecology
• Wetland monitoring and health assessment
• Indigenous led and co-designed research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Dobbs is a Research Fellow at The University of Western Australia's School of Agriculture and Environment, based in Kununurra in the Kimberley region of Northern Australia. With over 15 years of experience working in the Kimberley, she specializes in freshwater ecology research with a focus on integrating Indigenous knowledge systems and Western science approaches. Position: Research Fellow, UWA School of Agriculture and Environment Location: Based in Kununurra, Western Australia Research Focus: Freshwater ecology in tropical and temperate river systems Key Collaborations: Works extensively with Indigenous ranger groups across the Kimberley region Major Projects: Leads development of Indigenous wetland monitoring toolkit with Environs Kimberley Rebecca Dobbs' research interests center on freshwater ecology in both tropical and temperate river systems, with particular emphasis on wetland monitoring and health assessment through multiple evidence-based approaches. Her work integrates Indigenous knowledge systems with Western scientific methods to develop culturally appropriate monitoring protocols for freshwater ecosystems. She has extensive experience in using aquatic fauna (macroinvertebrates and fish) as ecological indicators to assess river health and environmental change. Her research addresses critical issues including environmental water requirements, river health assessment in wet/dry tropical systems, and sustainable management of Northern Australian freshwater ecosystems. Her research program demonstrates significant impact through numerous grants and collaborative projects. Funding sources include Western Australian State NRM funding ($255,513), Caring for our Country Interim funding ($145,000), various TRaCK Knowledge Adoption and Synthesis Projects ($20,000), and multiple other grants totaling over $400,000. She has coordinated the Waterways Education Program in the Kimberley since 2009, developing community skills and knowledge related to science, research, and management, with particular focus on Indigenous communities. Dobbs leads several major initiatives including the development of an Indigenous wetland monitoring and management toolkit, the Working Together for Wetlands project with Environs Kimberley and Kimberley Indigenous Ranger groups, and the Kimberley Indigenous Saltwater Science Project. Her approach emphasizes co-design with Indigenous communities, ensuring research meets local needs and contexts while contributing to broader-scale management and research frameworks.

Rhiannon Smithمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Biodiversity conservation
• Ecosystem services
• Natural capital accounting
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rhiannon Smith is a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Management at the University of New England , affiliated with the School of Environmental and Rural Science . Her work focuses on reconciling agricultural production with ecological conservation, particularly in cotton farming systems. Biodiversity conservation in production landscapes Ecosystem service provision and natural capital accounting Ecosystem restoration and carbon farming Ecological monitoring in semi-arid environments Her research has been funded by major grants from AgriFutures Australia, Cotton Research and Development Corporation, NSW Environmental Trust, and National Landcare Program. She supervises postgraduate students in natural resource management and contributes to ecosystem service markets research. Key memberships include: Australasia Pacific Extension Network Australian Rangelands Society Ecological Society of Australia Society for Ecological Restoration Australasia

Stephen Amermanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Indian History
• Urbanization of Native Americans
• Education Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Amerman is a Professor of History at Southern Connecticut State University, specializing in American Indian history with a focus on 20th-century urbanization, education, and Connecticut regional studies. He holds a PhD from the University of Utah/Arizona State University and has taught at Southern since 2003. His work bridges historical scholarship and public education, emphasizing Indigenous perspectives in urban contexts. Education Background: Grew up in Des Moines, IA; earned undergraduate degree in North Carolina; completed graduate studies in Utah and Arizona. Research Interests: Amerman’s research examines Native American experiences in urban schools, tribal sovereignty issues, and the intersection of education policy with cultural preservation. His award-winning monograph Urban Indians in Phoenix Schools, 1940-2000 (Univ. of Nebraska Press, 2010) analyzes federal relocation programs’ impact on Native communities. He actively engages in reviewing scholarly works on Indigenous topics for top journals like the Journal of American History and Western Historical Quarterly . Presentations: Active in academic conferences including the Western History Association and Native American and Indigenous Studies Association. Recent talks include discussions on Mohegan cultural festivals and urban Native identity in Connecticut schools.

• Parasitoid Wasp Taxonomy
• Insect Systematics
• Biodiversity Discovery
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Erinn Fagan-Jeffries is a Grant-Funded Researcher (B) in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Adelaide, affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. She leads the wasp systematics group within the Invertebrate Systematics and Biodiversity lab, focusing on taxonomy and systematics of parasitoid wasps, particularly the superfamily Ichneumonoidea. Her work emphasizes accelerating the documentation of Australia's undocumented insect species (70% of total) through innovative methods and citizen science initiatives like the Insect Investigators project, which engages schools in species discovery. Research interests include parasitoid wasp biodiversity, taxonomy, and community engagement in biodiversity science. She supervises Honours, Masters, and PhD students in parasitoid wasp-related projects. Her work intersects with conservation, agricultural pest management, and biogeography. Publications highlight discoveries of new species, citizen science impacts, and taxonomic revisions. She collaborates with national reserves and educational institutions to advance biodiversity understanding.

Susan Galatowitschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Restoration ecology
• Wetland ecology
• Ecological restoration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Susan Galatowitsch is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences, Policy and Management (ESPM) at the University of Minnesota, with her office in Skok Hall. She holds a Ph.D. from Iowa State University and maintains an active research program focused on advancing ecological restoration practices, particularly in Midwestern ecosystems. Education: Ph.D., Iowa State University Professor Galatowitsch's research addresses critical limitations in ecological restoration including ecological resilience assessment, organizational capacity for restoration projects, native seed availability constraints, and invasive species management. Her work develops practical tools for climate-sensitive species management in protected areas, resilience assessment protocols, native seed harvest guidelines, and invasive species response frameworks. She specializes in wetland, river, lakeshore, and prairie restoration with strong emphasis on climate change adaptation and biodiversity conservation. Recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on translating ecological theory into practical restoration applications, with recurring themes in seed harvesting sustainability (highlighted by her Editor's Choice Award-winning paper), Phragmites invasion dynamics, climate adaptation planning for rare species, and cost-effective landscape-scale restoration. Her work bridges field ecology with decision-support tools for land managers. Scientific Awards: Editor’s Choice Award (Botany, 2017) Professor Galatowitsch leads the Galatowitsch Group which conducts research on ecological restoration challenges. While specific grant details aren't provided in the source text, her active publication record and research program indicate ongoing funded projects. She mentors students through her teaching of ESPM 5071 (Ecological Restoration) and ESPM 3575/5575 (Wetlands), contributing to the next generation of restoration ecologists. The Galatowitsch Group maintains active field and modeling research programs focused on improving restoration outcomes in Midwestern ecosystems, with methodologies having global applicability for ecological restoration practitioners.