جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Catalysis
• Electrochemistry
• Sustainable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Max Garcia Melchor is an Adjunct Professor in Chemistry at Trinity College Dublin, leading the Computational Catalysis and Energy Materials (CCEM) Group. He holds a prestigious position as one of the youngest investigators in the AMBER Centre, funded by Science Foundation Ireland. His research focuses on computational methods and artificial intelligence to design sustainable energy catalysts, with a particular emphasis on homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, electrochemical water oxidation, and two-dimensional materials. Education: BSc and MSc in Chemistry from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), PhD in Chemistry (UAB), followed by postdoctoral fellowships at ICIQ (Spain), Stanford University, and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Since 2021, he is the Course Director of the MSc in Energy Science at Trinity College Dublin. Research interests include: Electrocatalysts for sustainable energy Two-dimensional materials for catalysis Metal oxides catalysis Homogeneous catalysis Key scientific contributions include groundbreaking work on oxygen evolution catalysts (e.g., gold-supported cerium-doped nickel oxide), precious metal-free water oxidation catalysts, and strain-engineered ceria materials. His work has been featured in high-impact journals and recognized with awards such as the Roger Parsons Medal and Springer Theses Award. Awards and recognitions are highlighted in a Roger Parsons Medal (2021) Best Young Scientist Award (2020) Beatriu de Pinós Fellowship (2014) Collaborations span global institutions, and his group's work has led to over 50 peer-reviewed articles, 1 book, and 2 book chapters. He serves on the editorial boards of ChemCatChem and Frontiers in Catalysis . Labs/Teams: CCEM Group (Trinity College Dublin), AMBER Centre.

Frances Hamiltonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gender Sexuality and the Law
• LGBTQ+ International Academic Mobility
• Gender Pay Gap Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Frances Hamilton is an Associate Professor in the School of Law at the University of Reading, serving as Academic Lead and Deputy Director of Teaching and Learning. She holds roles including Module Convenor for EU Law and Law and Society. Her research focuses on Gender, Sexuality, and the Law, with emphasis on LGBTQ+ International Mobility, Gender Pay Gaps, and EU/ECHR approaches to same-sex marriage. She co-developed the award-winning LGBTQ+ Travel Tool, used by over 30 universities to improve international policy. Dr. Hamilton has held visiting positions at the University of Pisa and contributed to Horizon Europe-funded gender equality projects. She has authored/co-edited multiple books with Routledge, including Same-Sex Relationships, Law and Social Change (2020) and The Evolution of the Gender Pay Gap (2023). Education: PhD and LLM from Northumbria University, MA Cantab from Cambridge, qualified solicitor (England & Wales), and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her teaching includes core EU Law modules and Gender and Law electives. She pioneered Yuja Lecture Recording and Blackboard Ultra implementation at Reading. Research interests span LGBTQ+ legal protections, gender pay gap analysis, and transnational marriage law. She has published widely in journals like Journal of Homosexuality and International Human Rights Law Review , focusing on ECtHR case law, EU citizenship rights, and comparative legal frameworks. Awards include the 2024 University of Reading Impact Prize and contributions to Northumbria’s Queen’s Anniversary Prize-winning Student Law Office. She serves as External Examiner at the University of Central Lancashire and is a member of the Law Society and Society of Legal Scholars.

Qingping Zouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physical Oceanography
• Coastal Engineering
• Environmental Fluid Mechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Qingping Zou is a Professor of Coastal Dynamics at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with The Lyell Centre for Earth and Marine Science and Technology and the Institute for Infrastructure and Environment within the Global Research Institutes. She holds a PhD from Scripps Institution of Oceanography (USA) and a B.S. from Nanjing University (China). Her research focuses on physical oceanography, coastal engineering, environmental fluid mechanics, and marine renewable energy, with emphasis on coastal resilience, sediment transport, and marine pollutants. She supervises PhD students and is actively involved in interdisciplinary projects aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Education: Ph.D., Physical Oceanography, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, USA B.S., Electric Engineering/Physics, Nanjing University, China Research Interests: Coastal flooding and climate adaptation Fluid-structure interactions and scour processes Nature-based solutions for coastal protection Transport of marine plastics and pollutants Wave-current-tide interactions Marine renewable energy systems Advising & Grants: Accepts CSC and self-funded PhD students in coastal dynamics, marine engineering, and environmental fluid mechanics. Prior roles include tenure at University of Plymouth (UK) and University of Maine (USA). Labs/Teams: Active at The Lyell Centre and collaborates internationally on coastal resilience and marine technology projects.

Masaki Hayashiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Alpine Hydrology
• Permafrost Hydrology
• Prairie Hydrology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Masaki Hayashi is a Professor at the University of Calgary's Department of Earth, Energy, and Environment, specializing in physical hydrology across diverse environments. Educational Background: PhD Earth Sciences, University of Waterloo, 1997 MS Earth Sciences, Chiba University, 1990 BS Earth Sciences, Waseda University, 1986 His research integrates field observation with mathematical analysis to study physical processes in the hydrologic cycle. Current projects investigate alpine hydrology in the Rockies, permafrost hydrology in sub-Arctic regions, prairie hydrology, and Banff hot springs hydrogeology. He leads a research team within the CREATE for Water Security program. Recent publications focus on alpine aquifer characterization, permafrost modeling innovations, and groundwater response to climate variability across various spatial scales. Scientific Awards: Henry Darcy Distinguished Lecturer, National Groundwater Association (2018) Canada Research Chair (Tier 2, 2007-2017) Canadian Geophysical Union Meritorious Service Award (2011)

David Valentineمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biogeochemistry
• Microbiology
• Oceanography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Valentine is a Distinguished Professor of Geochemistry and Microbiology at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), holding the Norris Presidential Endowed Chair in Earth Science. He is the founding director of the Marine Science program in the College of Creative Studies. His research focuses on microbial interactions with environmental chemicals, particularly in marine systems. He earned degrees from UC San Diego and UC Irvine, followed by an NSF postdoctoral fellowship at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. With over 150 publications and three books, his work bridges fundamental science and applied environmental policy, including congressional testimony and media engagement. His lab employs field and laboratory approaches to study biogeochemical processes, microbial ecology, and carbon sequestration strategies. Education: BS in Biochemistry/Chemistry and MS in Chemistry (UC San Diego); MS and PhD in Earth System Science (UC Irvine). Research interests include microbial degradation of hydrocarbons, methane biogeochemistry, and the application of microbial technology to environmental challenges. Current projects involve deep-sea waste disposal impacts, seaweed-based carbon removal, and ocean exploration. The Valentine Lab collaborates globally, using advanced tools like submersibles and isotopic analysis. Advising and grants: Supervises graduate and postdoctoral researchers (e.g., Kelsey Gosselin, Marianna Karagiannis). Engaged in funded projects on topics such as microbial response to oil spills and nitrogen cycling in anoxic basins. His work informs policy on environmental remediation and climate mitigation.

Katherine Davisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Power Systems Operation and Control
• Smart Grid Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katherine Davis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University, part of the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on cyber-physical systems, power grid security, and resilient energy infrastructure. She holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the University of Texas at Austin. Her work addresses challenges such as cyber-physical attack detection, smart grid resilience, and integration of renewable energy systems. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering (Power and Energy Systems), University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2011 M.S., Electrical Engineering (Power and Energy Systems), University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2009 B.S., Electrical Engineering (High Honors), University of Texas at Austin, 2007 Research interests include: - Operation and control of power systems - Cyber-physical security and situational awareness - Data-driven analysis of coupled infrastructure - Interactions between computer and power networks - False data injection attack detection using machine learning Her recent publications emphasize scalable tools for cyber-physical systems, AI-driven grid optimization, and resilient energy management. Notable trends include leveraging graph neural networks for anomaly detection, blockchain for secure data exchange, and multi-agent frameworks for distributed energy resources. Dr. Davis’s work has been applied to real-world scenarios such as wildfire response optimization and geomagnetic disturbance analysis. She collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving cybersecurity, power systems engineering, and environmental resilience.

Petra Levinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bacterial Cell Biology
• Antibiotic Resistance Mechanisms
• Cell Growth and Division
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Petra Levin is the George William and Irene Koechig Freiberg Professor of Biology and Associate Chair of Faculty Research and Development at Washington University in St. Louis. Her work focuses on bacterial cell division, nutrient sensing, and antibiotic resistance mechanisms. She holds a PhD from Harvard University and has pioneered studies on how environmental conditions like nutrient availability and pH influence bacterial cell size and division dynamics. Research Interests include: Cell cycle coordination with environmental signals Molecular mechanisms of cell size control ppGpp-mediated antibiotic tolerance FtsZ cytoskeletal dynamics Environmental pH effects on cell wall synthesis Recent work highlights how nutrient starvation induces metabolic changes that enhance antibiotic resistance, with implications for clinical settings. Her lab uses multidisciplinary approaches combining genetics, biochemistry, and microscopy. Awards include the NSF CAREER Award (2005), Fulbright Scholarship (2015), and election to the American Academy of Microbiology (2018). She co-hosts the This Week in Microbiology podcast and founded the EnTER program supporting underrepresented students in STEM.

• Climate Modeling
• Atmospheric Science
• Tropical Cyclones
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Benoit Vanniere is a Professor in the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on climate modeling, particularly examining tropical cyclones, extreme weather events, and the impacts of model resolution on climate simulations. He is actively involved in major international climate modeling projects including HighResMIP and PRIMAVERA. Dr. Vanniere's research interests span climate modeling, atmospheric science, and extreme weather phenomena. His work particularly emphasizes tropical cyclones, their formation and intensification, and how global climate models can better represent these extreme events. He investigates the role of model resolution in capturing critical atmospheric processes and how these models can be improved to better predict future climate extremes, including precipitation patterns and storm behavior. His research has significant implications for understanding climate change impacts on extreme weather events globally. Analysis of Dr. Vanniere's recent publications reveals a strong focus on high-resolution climate modeling, particularly through projects like HighResMIP and PRIMAVERA. His work consistently examines how increasing model resolution improves the representation of tropical cyclones, extreme precipitation events, and atmospheric dynamics. A notable trend is his investigation of the relationship between model resolution and the accuracy of climate predictions, with particular attention to how fine-scale processes affect large-scale climate patterns. His research bridges theoretical atmospheric science with practical climate modeling applications.

Clara Senaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Hydrogeology
• Environmental Geology
• Contaminant Transport Modelling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Clara Sena is a Researcher in Hydrogeology at the University of Oslo (UiO) since 2019, affiliated with the Section for Environmental Geosciences. Previously, she held post-doctoral positions at UiO (2016-2019) and the University of Aveiro (2013-2016). Her work spans hydrogeology, environmental geology, and numerical modelling of contaminant transport, with a focus on groundwater-surface water interactions and geochemical redox processes. Sena has participated in major initiatives like IODP Expedition 351 (2014) and coordinated the Norway-Brazil GeoSource network addressing geological resource sustainability. Education : PhD in Geosciences (2009) from University of Aveiro & AMPHOS 21, MSc in Geochemistry (2007), and degrees in Applied Geology and Hydrology. Key Projects : COLOSSAL (Flow across Scales), GeoSource (Norway-Brazil collaboration), and the LOT A2 experiment on radioactive waste repository modelling. Her research integrates numerical tools to study water-rock interactions, contaminant fate, and landslide dynamics. She actively engages in science outreach and policy support, including roles in the EUROFLEETS infrastructure project (2012-2013) and the UNOC-III conference (2025).

Christopher S. Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Solar Physics
• Stellar Astrophysics
• Space Instrumentation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christopher S. Moore is a Professor of Astrophysical and Planetary Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder, affiliated with the Center for Astrophysics and Space Astronomy (CASA) and the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP). His research focuses on solar atmospheres, magnetic cycles, and the development of advanced space instrumentation, including CubeSat missions like MinXSS. He leads investigations into coronal heating mechanisms, solar flare dynamics, and the energy budget of eruptive events. Moore has pioneered innovations in UV coatings for space telescopes and contributed to the design of multi-wavelength observatories such as SSAXI-Rocket and ECCCO. Awarded the IAU PhD Prize (2017) and AAS Rodger Doxsey Travel Prize (2018) Principal Investigator for MinXSS CubeSat missions and co-author of over 50 peer-reviewed articles Co-developed the Marshall Grazing Incidence X-ray Spectrometer and Wolter-I X-ray optics His work integrates observational data from satellites (e.g., RHESSI, Hinode) with numerical simulations to address fundamental questions in solar physics. Moore has advised multiple undergraduate researchers and mentored teams in NASA-funded projects, emphasizing STEM diversity through initiatives like the Black Student Alliance and NASA Student Ambassador programs.

• Nanomaterials
• Magnetism
• Electrochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eva Maria Pellicer Vila is a Research Professor in the Department of Physics at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), affiliated with the Group of Smart Nanoengineered Materials, Nanomechanics and Nanomagnetism (GNM3). She holds a Ph.D. from the Universitat de Barcelona (2005) and has held postdoctoral positions at the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2) and the National Microelectronics Centre. Her research focuses on nanomaterials, magnetism, electrochemistry, and energy storage, with a particular emphasis on functional materials for sustainable technologies. Recent projects include leading initiatives like GREENS (micro/nanorobotic platforms), EIFFEL (organic solar cells), and NICKEFFECT (energy-efficient coatings). She has supervised 36 students and contributed over 254 research outputs. Key contributions include advancements in magnetic materials, electrodeposition techniques, and catalytic systems for hydrogen evolution. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy. She collaborates internationally and manages labs at the UAB campus, contributing to cutting-edge research in materials science and nanotechnology.

Toshi Nishimuraمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Space Physics
• Aurora Research
• Solar wind-Magnetosphere-Ionosphere interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Toshi Nishimura is a Research Associate Professor at Boston University's Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and a core member of the Center for Space Physics. His primary research focuses on auroral phenomena, solar-terrestrial interactions, and magnetosphere-ionosphere-thermosphere (MIT) coupling mechanisms. He holds a PhD from Tohoku University (2009) and has held appointments at UCLA and Nagoya University before joining BU in 2016. His work examines auroral substorms, STEVE (Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement), proton auroras, and the dynamics of magnetospheric energy transfer. Notable contributions include discovering new energy transport pathways from Earth's dayside to nightside magnetosphere, elucidating fine-scale auroral structures via 4K imaging, and co-editing the book Cross-Scale Coupling and Energy Transfer in the Magnetosphere-Ionosphere-Thermosphere System (Elsevier, 2021). Awards include the Macelwane Medal (AGU, 2016), Young Scientist Prize from Japan's Minister of Education (2016), and multiple recognition for student research (2007-2015). His research leverages satellite data (THEMIS, DMSP), ground-based imagers, and citizen science observations to bridge micro-scale plasma processes with global space weather impacts. Key Projects: Auroral substorm triggering mechanisms, STEVE phenomenon analysis, proton aurora-SAR arc interactions, and mesoscale ionospheric flow studies. Collaborations: UCLA, Virginia Tech, Nagoya University, and international space agencies. Funding: NSF, NASA, U.S. Air Force Office of Scientific Research.

• Theoretical Quantum Physics
• Quantum Information Theory
• Open Quantum Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maarten Wegewijs is an Associate Professor (apl. Prof.) at RWTH Aachen University and a permanent staff member at the Peter Grünberg Institute (PGI-2) for Theoretical Nanoelektronik at Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany. He leads research in theoretical quantum physics with a focus on quantum information, open quantum systems, and quantum transport. He is actively involved in teaching the Quantum Technology Master program at RWTH Aachen and collaborates with leading research groups across Europe. Research Interests: Theoretical and mathematical foundations of quantum information Quantum dynamics and non-Markovianity Quantum thermodynamics and heat transport Fermionic duality and exact symmetries Driven quantum systems and geometric effects Quantum transport in nanoscale and molecular junctions His recent research, reflected in 15 key themes from 2012–2023, shows a strong trend toward foundational aspects of quantum theory, particularly in information recovery, higher-order operations, and thermodynamic consistency in open systems. The work bridges mathematical physics, quantum information, and condensed matter theory. Scientific Awards and Recognition: No explicit awards listed for Maarten Wegewijs. Former student Konstantin Nestmann is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow, indicating high-quality mentorship. Advising and Research Collaborations: He has advised PhD students including Konstantin Nestmann and collaborates with prominent groups such as Mario Berta (RWTH Aachen), Janine Splettstoesser (Chalmers), Dirk Schuricht (Utrecht), and Herre van der Zant (Delft). His research has been supported through positions at the Helmholtz Association and European Commission networks. Labs and Research Teams: He leads the theoretical research group within PGI-2 at Forschungszentrum Jülich and maintains a strong affiliation with the Institute of Quantum Information at RWTH Aachen. His former Helmholtz Young Investigator Group focused on single-molecule quantum transport, continuing through international collaborations.

• Infectious Disease Modeling
• Mathematical Biology
• Partial Differential Equations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cameron Smith is a Research Associate in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath, specializing in mathematical modeling of infectious diseases and evolutionary dynamics. His work bridges mathematical theory with biological applications, focusing on hybrid modeling approaches to solve complex problems in disease transmission and pathogen evolution. Dr. Smith earned his Master of Mathematics from the University of Bath (2012-2016) followed by a Master of Research in Mathematics (2016-2017). He completed his PhD titled Developing hybrid frameworks for modelling reaction-diffusion systems in June 2021 under the supervision of Professors Yates and Adams. His research focuses on the intersection of mathematical biology and infectious disease dynamics with particular emphasis on: Hybrid modeling approaches combining different mathematical frameworks Within-host and between-host infectious disease transmission Evolutionary dynamics of pathogens and parasite virulence Reaction-diffusion systems applied to biological problems Spatial variation in infection dynamics Mathematical modeling of defensive symbionts and their impact on disease evolution Analysis of his publication history reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on mathematical approaches to understanding infectious disease transmission across multiple scales. His 2025 publications demonstrate continued innovation in coupling different modeling frameworks, while his 2023 work on SARS-CoV-2 evolution shows responsiveness to contemporary public health challenges. Dr. Smith frequently collaborates with Dr. Ashby, indicating a productive research partnership focused on evolutionary epidemiology. Dr. Smith's work has gained recognition in the academic community, with his 2023 paper on SARS-CoV-2 evolution in immunocompromised hosts receiving 11 citations. His research appears in high-impact journals including Journal of Theoretical Biology, Journal of Evolutionary Biology, and Evolution, Medicine, and Public Health, demonstrating both methodological rigor and biological relevance.

Jeremy Nathansمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Neuroscience
• Neurobiology of Disease
• Molecular Genetics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jeremy Nathans is a Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His research spans developmental neuroscience and the neurobiology of disease, with a focus on Frizzled receptors and their role in mammalian development. His research interests include neural and vascular development, Wnt signaling, retinal biology, and the molecular basis of sensory systems. The Nathans laboratory employs gene manipulation in mice, cell culture models, and biochemical reconstitution to investigate molecular events in development and disease. Key areas include axon guidance, neural tube closure, retinal vascularization, and planar cell polarity. The trends in his recent publications highlight a strong focus on neurovascular development, particularly through Wnt and Norrin signaling pathways. His work integrates single-cell genomics, structural biology, and mouse genetics to understand barrier formation, limb development, and disease models. Themes include Frizzled receptor function, endothelial cell biology, and transcriptional regulation in neural and vascular tissues. Dr. Nathans has mentored numerous researchers and contributed to major advances in visual pigment genetics and retinal disease mechanisms. His laboratory has developed innovative technologies for genetic manipulation and visualization of cell populations in the mouse. He has secured significant research funding to support his work in developmental signaling and disease modeling. He leads an active research lab focused on the molecular mechanisms of development, particularly in the visual system and central nervous system. The lab utilizes advanced techniques including genetically directed cell labeling, single-cell RNA sequencing, and structural analysis to dissect signaling pathways in vivo.