DNA Metabarcoding Professors and Supervisors

Kaiya L. Provostمشاهده پروفایل

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Adelphi UniversityUnited States

Kaiya L. Provost serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology within Adelphi University's College of Arts and Sciences, where she leads research at the intersection of computational biology and avian evolutionary studies. Her work focuses on phylogenomics, bioacoustics of bird communication, and machine learning applications to biological questions, particularly regarding Southwestern desert organisms. Education: Ph.D. in Comparative Biology, Richard Gilder Graduate School, American Museum of Natural History (2020) Master's in Conservation Biology, Columbia University (2016) Bachelor's in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Cornell University (2014) Professor Provost's research program investigates how evolutionary processes shape biological diversity through genomic and behavioral lenses. She examines phylogeographic patterns in desert birds, cultural evolution in bird song, and develops computational methods for trait discovery across the Tree of Life. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges ornithology with artificial intelligence, using machine learning to analyze large-scale bioacoustic and genomic datasets while considering ecological and geographical contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) phylogenomic studies of parrots and desert birds using genomic landscape analysis, (2) bioacoustic investigations into how climate and cultural factors drive song variation across sparrow species, and (3) development of machine learning tools for evolutionary biology including hierarchical prototype learning and interpretable transformers. These works span computational biology, evolutionary ecology, and ornithology, appearing in high-impact journals across disciplinary boundaries. Professor Provost actively mentors the next generation of scientists through formal thesis supervision and undergraduate research projects. She has served as primary advisor for multiple Master's theses on topics including alarm call composition in shorebirds and desert bird color evolution, while chairing committees for research on foraging behavior and locomotion. Her lab website (kaiyaprovost.com) supports a collaborative research environment where students develop computational and analytical skills applicable to evolutionary biology careers.

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Andelija Milicمشاهده پروفایل

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Queensland University of TechnologyAustralia

Dr. Andelija Milic is an accomplished researcher at Queensland University of Technology's Faculty of Science, specializing in aerobiology and atmospheric science. Her work focuses on pollen monitoring, airborne particulate matter, and the relationship between environmental factors and public health. She has been instrumental in the AusPollen Aerobiology Collaboration Network, contributing to national pollen monitoring standards and research. Her research interests span aerobiology, pollen monitoring systems, atmospheric chemistry, and the health impacts of airborne particles. Milic's work has significant implications for understanding how climate variations affect pollen distribution and allergen exposure, particularly in Australian contexts. She has pioneered methods for pollen identification, quality control in monitoring networks, and the application of environmental DNA analysis to study pollen diversity. Analysis of her publication record shows a strong focus on advancing pollen monitoring methodologies, understanding regional and seasonal variations in pollen distribution, and exploring the intersection between environmental factors and public health outcomes. Her research spans from fundamental atmospheric science to applied public health applications, with increasing emphasis on climate change impacts on pollen patterns. Among her notable contributions are the development of quality control protocols for pollen monitoring networks, investigations into long-term pollen trends in subtropical regions, and innovative citizen science approaches for pollen monitoring during the pandemic. Her work on the relationship between airborne pollen and SARS-CoV-2 infection rates represents important interdisciplinary research connecting environmental science and epidemiology. Dr. Milic has made significant contributions through her leadership in major collaborative projects including the AusPollen Partnership Project, which has established comprehensive pollen monitoring across eastern Australia. Her technical expertise spans advanced analytical methods including metabarcoding, environmental DNA analysis, and sophisticated statistical approaches to environmental data.

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Ida Hartvigمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Dr. Ida Hartvig is an Assistant Professor at the Section for Hologenomics within the Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen, where she leads research in molecular ecology and conservation biology. Her work focuses on plant-microbe interactions, species conservation, and biodiversity assessment methods, with particular emphasis on orchid ecosystems and Southeast Asian timber species. Research Interests: Hartvig's interdisciplinary research integrates conservation genomics, eDNA metabarcoding, and ecological studies to address biodiversity loss. Key areas include: Orchid-mycorrhizal fungal relationships and their role in ecosystem health Population genomics of endangered plant species Development of molecular tools for species identification and delimitation Ecological applications of environmental DNA analysis Conservation strategies for threatened Asian rosewoods Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on conservation genomics, particularly regarding orchids and endangered timber species. Recent work shows increasing emphasis on mycorrhizal interactions and genomic adaptation to environmental stressors. Awards & Recognition: Horizon Europe MSCA Fellowship (2023) Carlsberg Reintegration Fellowship (2021) Carlsberg Internationalisation Fellowship (2019) Hartvig actively advises graduate students, offering MSc/BSc projects combining fieldwork and laboratory analysis of orchid microbiomes. She collaborates internationally on conservation initiatives, with research referenced in policy documents and news outlets.

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Brandon Samuel Whitleyمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Brandon Samuel Whitley is a Research Fellow at the Natural History Museum of Denmark, University of Copenhagen, specializing in Arctic Plant Diversity and Pollination Networks. His research employs molecular and computational tools to investigate ecological networks in high-latitude systems undergoing climate change. His primary research interests include: Arctic and community ecology Ecological network theory Plant-pollinator interactions Global change biology DNA metabarcoding techniques Biodiversity conservation applications Whitley's work focuses on building Arctic plant-pollinator interaction networks through DNA metabarcoding of pollinators collected in Greenland, comparing pollen DNA to custom barcode libraries. His research is critical for understanding climate change impacts on Arctic ecosystems and informing conservation policy. His recent publications examine bio-climatic drivers of vegetation change, harmonization of digitized herbarium data for Greenland's flora, and national DNA barcoding initiatives. These works span ecology, climate science, botany, and molecular biology with specific applications to Arctic biodiversity monitoring and conservation. Professional affiliations include: British Ecological Society, Conservation Ecology Group - PhD student representative Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (Danish Chapter) - Chair Te Tira Maurikura network for emerging researchers - Member Faculty Board of Natural History Museum of Denmark - PhD student representative He has co-supervised MSc students and served as teaching assistant for multiple university courses. His extensive fieldwork spans Greenland, Svalbard, Germany, France, Netherlands, and Belgium, focusing on plant-pollinator interactions and ecosystem monitoring.

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Tobias Guldberg Frøslevمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Tobias Guldberg Frøslev serves as an Affiliated Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen's Globe Institute within the Section for Geogenetics. His research focuses on cutting-edge applications of environmental DNA and metabarcoding techniques across diverse ecosystems. His research interests span environmental DNA methodology , ancient DNA analysis , and biodiversity assessment across marine, terrestrial, and soil environments. Frøslev's work particularly emphasizes fungal ecology, vertebrate diversity monitoring, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction through innovative DNA-based approaches. His research bridges traditional taxonomy with modern genomic techniques to address fundamental ecological questions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward methodological innovation in environmental DNA applications, with significant contributions to marine paleoecology, fungal systematics, and terrestrial biodiversity monitoring. His work demonstrates increasing recognition through substantial citation metrics and media coverage, particularly for research on airborne environmental DNA. Frøslev maintains active collaborations across international research networks as evidenced by his extensive co-authorship patterns and geographic collaboration maps. His research output shows consistent productivity with 80 total publications and significant engagement through platforms like Mendeley and social media. He leads research activities within the Geogenetics section, focusing on developing and applying DNA-based methods for biodiversity assessment and ecological monitoring. His work contributes significantly to the Globe Institute's mission of understanding Earth's past environments through genetic approaches.

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Iñaki Odriozola Larrañagaمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Iñaki Odriozola Larrañaga is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Copenhagen's Globe Institute, specifically within the Section for Hologenomics. His research focuses on advanced genomic techniques to study host-microbe interactions across diverse species. His research interests span hologenomics, metagenomic analysis, environmental DNA applications, and microbiome dynamics. Dr. Odriozola Larrañaga specializes in developing and implementing genomic methodologies to understand how environmental factors influence microbial communities in various organisms, from mammals to fish. His work bridges computational biology with field ecology to address fundamental questions about host-microbe coevolution. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on methodological development in hologenomic research, with particular attention to DNA extraction protocols, data generation standards, and functional inference techniques. His research shows consistent collaboration with the Alberdi and Gilbert research groups, focusing on comparative studies across vertebrate species and environmental contexts. Dr. Odriozola Larrañaga maintains active research collaborations across multiple institutions, as evidenced by his co-authorship patterns and international publication record. His work has generated significant academic interest, with multiple publications receiving substantial attention on academic social networks and research platforms.

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Jonathan Donhauserمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CopenhagenDenmark

Jonathan Donhauser serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Terrestrial Ecology. His research investigates soil-ecosystem interactions with a focus on microbial communities and environmental change. Research interests encompass: Soil ecology and biogeochemistry Microbial community responses to aridity and elevation Greenhouse gas fluxes and soil organic matter dynamics Bioinformatic tool development for microbial trait modeling Methodological innovations in soil DNA extraction His recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize methodological advances and climate change impacts on soil functions. Key themes include the development of the R package MicEnvMod, analysis of Europe-wide forest soils, and the role of soil properties in mediating microbial activity and ecosystem services. Scientific awards: None mentioned. Advising and grants: No information provided. Dr. Donhauser maintains active collaborations across European institutions, contributing to international research networks in soil science and ecology.

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