جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Karen Casciottiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nitrogen Cycle Biogeochemistry
• Stable Isotope Geochemistry
• Marine Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karen Casciotti is a Professor in the Department of Oceans and Professor of Earth System Science at Stanford University, where she has held a faculty position since 2011. She serves as Senior Fellow at the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment and as Victoria and Roger Sant Director of the Earth Systems Program. PhD in Geosciences from Princeton University (2002) MS in Geosciences (Princeton) and Oceanography (UCSD) B.S. in Environmental Engineering Science from Caltech Her research focuses on marine nitrogen cycle biogeochemistry, particularly nitrate, nitrite, and nitrous oxide (N2O) cycling in ocean waters. She combines stable isotope geochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, and geochemical modeling across scales from benchtop to global ocean systems. Recent work demonstrates urea utilization by diverse deep-sea microorganisms and its role in chemoautotrophy. Key publications (2023-2025) examine N2O dynamics in tropical oceans, nitrate assimilation pathways, urea metabolism in dark ocean communities, and isotopocule analysis methodologies. Her team developed the pyisotopomer software package for nitrous oxide isotopocule analysis. John Hayes Award (2020) Terman Fellow (2011) NRC Postdoctoral Fellow (2002) Harold W. Dodds Fellowship (2001) She advises doctoral students in oceanography and earth system science while serving as Co-Chair of the GEOTRACES Scientific Steering Committee and former Associate Editor for Marine Chemistry . Her lab investigates microbial nitrogen cycling, seawater chemistry, and climate-relevant trace gas production.

G. Philip Robertsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agricultural Sustainability
• Biogeochemistry
• Nitrogen Cycling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

G. Philip Robertson is a University Distinguished Professor at Michigan State University (MSU), affiliated with the Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences within the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. He leads research on agricultural sustainability, focusing on ecosystem services, nitrogen cycling, and greenhouse gas mitigation. His work integrates field crop systems, biogeochemistry, and climate science. Education: B.A. from Hampshire College and PhD in Biology from Indiana University. Research Interests: Dr. Robertson studies the sustainability of field crop ecosystems, including corn, soybean, and bioenergy crops like switchgrass. He investigates nitrogen availability and loss, soil carbon dynamics, and greenhouse gas fluxes (CO₂, N₂O, methane). His lab addresses climate change impacts on agroecosystems and strategies for reducing agricultural nitrogen pollution and carbon emissions. Recent Trends in Publications: Recent work emphasizes the climate mitigation potential of bioenergy crops via albedo effects, soil carbon sequestration, and reducing nitrous oxide emissions. Studies also address farmer conservation practices, phosphorus management, and the scalability of sustainable agricultural practices. Awards: Elected to the National Academy of Sciences for contributions to sustainable agriculture. Grants & Collaborations: Leads long-term agroecosystem research at the Kellogg Biological Station (KBS), part of the USDA Long-Term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) network. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on climate policy, bioenergy systems, and ecosystem modeling. Labs/Teams: Directs research at the Kellogg Biological Station, focusing on agroecology and global change studies. Engages with the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center and the Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) program.

• Biogeochemical Element Cycling
• Pelagic Foodweb Ecology
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kai Schulz is an Associate Professor in the School of Environment, Science and Engineering at Southern Cross University. He holds a PhD from the University of Bremen and focuses on ocean change impacts, mitigation strategies, and biogeochemical cycles. His research employs experimental, observational, and modeling approaches to address topics like carbon sequestration, coral bleaching, and ecosystem restoration. Education: MSc and PhD from the University of Bremen, Germany. Research grants include multiple awards from the Australian Research Council (ARC). Research Interests : Climate change impacts on marine ecosystems, ocean acidification, plankton physiology, and Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) technologies. He explores how OAE affects carbon cycling, plankton communities, and sediment dynamics through projects like OAEPIIP. Publications highlight interdisciplinary work on carbon dioxide removal, coral resilience, and plastic pollution effects. Recent studies investigate OAE efficiency, Sargassum decomposition, and coral shading responses under thermal stress. Awards : Senior Researcher Award for Research Excellence (2022). Advising and grants: Supervises research students and leads ARC-funded projects on climate mitigation. Collaborates with global teams on OAE and coral reef metabolism studies. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Southern Cross University's Environmental Analysis Laboratory and contributes to international initiatives like the Ocean Alk-Align project.

Y. Samuel Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Causal Discovery
• Graphical Models
• High-Dimensional Statistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Y. Samuel Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics and Data Science at Cornell University. He holds a PhD in Statistics from the University of Washington and a BS in Applied Mathematics and Economics from Rice University. Prior to academia, he worked as a management consultant and served as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business. His research focuses on causal discovery, graphical models, mixed membership models, and high-dimensional data analysis, with applications in network science, environmental studies, and healthcare. Education: PhD in Statistics, University of Washington BS in Applied Mathematics & Economics, Rice University Research Interests: Development of interpretable statistical methods for causal inference and graphical model structures High-dimensional data analysis, particularly in non-Gaussian settings Applications in collaborative networks, environmental microbiology, and healthcare outcomes Recent Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize causal discovery under latent confounding, functional graphical models, and gender dynamics in scholarly collaborations. Methodological contributions include robust high-dimensional inference techniques and computational tools for cyclic structural equation models. Professional Activity: Licensed on GitHub, Google Scholar, and ORCID GitHub repositories include projects on causal discovery (highDNG), gender homophily analysis (genderHomophily), and mixed membership models (mixedMem)

Bryce Frederick John Kellyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Hydrogeology
• Isotope Chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Bryce Frederick John Kelly is an academic at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), affiliated with the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogeology, and groundwater management, with a specialization in methane and carbon dioxide isotopic analysis. He leads the Greenhouse Gas Measurement Laboratory, which analyzes gas isotopes to trace emissions from coal seam gas (CSG), agriculture, and urban environments. Education: BSc (Hons) in Environmental Geology (UNSW, 1989); PhD in Environmental Geophysics (UNSW, 1995). Research Interests: Measuring methane emissions from CSG, coal mining, and agriculture Soil carbon sequestration and groundwater sustainability Isotope geochemistry for source attribution of greenhouse gases Satellite and airborne greenhouse gas monitoring Impact of CSG development on aquifers and ecosystems Key Projects: Leading the United Nations Environment Programme Methane Science Studies team, quantifying emissions in the Surat Basin. Co-supervising 60+ students. Collaborating with ANSTO on soil carbon and groundwater modeling. Awards: 2016 Cotton Seed Distributor Researcher of the Year finalist, 2011 Eureka Prize finalist for water research, and multiple industry awards for hydrogeological innovation. Labs/Teams: Connected Water Initiative, Centre for Ecosystem Science, Earth and Sustainability Science Research Centre (ESSRC). Active in policy outreach through The Conversation and Australian Geographic.

Lars Rehmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biofuels
• Biochemical Conversion Processes
• Anaerobic Digestion
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lars Rehmann serves as a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Western Ontario. He also holds a Visiting Professor position at RWTH Aachen University in Germany. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Queen's University (Canada), a Diplom in Biotechnology from Technical University of Braunschweig (Germany), and an NSERC Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the University of Manchester (2007-2009). Dr. Rehmann's research focuses on sustainable biochemical conversion processes for producing biofuels and value-added chemicals. His work spans multiple interconnected areas including anaerobic digestion, biorefinery design, biochar applications, wastewater treatment, and microbial metabolism in Clostridia species. He has made significant contributions to understanding acetone-butanol-ethanol (ABE) fermentation processes, pyrolysis byproduct valorization, and advanced extraction techniques using ionic liquids. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on circular economy approaches, particularly in utilizing biochar to enhance biogas production from aqueous pyrolysis condensates. His work increasingly integrates sustainability metrics through exergetic and techno-economic analyses, with recent research expanding into metabolic oscillation phenomena in Clostridia and novel wastewater denitrification methods using solid-phase carbon sources. NSERC Post-Doctoral Fellow (University of Manchester, 2007-2009) Dr. Rehmann maintains an active research program with numerous graduate student opportunities in biochemical engineering. His laboratory infrastructure supports advanced fermentation studies, biomass conversion processes, and analytical characterization of biofuels and biochemicals. Current research directions include developing sustainable alternatives for wastewater treatment, optimizing biochemical conversion pathways for maximum resource recovery, and investigating metabolic engineering strategies for improved product yields in microbial systems.

• Wastewater Treatment
• Process Control
• Mathematical Modeling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

John Copp is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing and Software at McMaster University , specializing in wastewater treatment modeling and process control. His work bridges environmental engineering with computational methods, focusing on simulation benchmarks, digital twin applications, and real-time monitoring systems. Adjunct Assistant Professor, Computing and Software, McMaster University Research Interests include: Wastewater treatment process modeling Respirometry-based control strategies Digital twin development for water resource recovery Automation and fault detection systems Biological nutrient removal optimization His scholarly output spans over 25 years with notable trends in: Development of benchmark simulation models (BSM1, BSM2) Integration of anaerobic digestion with activated sludge processes Multi-biomass modeling for enhanced nutrient removal Machine learning applications in water quality monitoring

Verena Carvalhoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Marine Microbiology
• Microbial Ecology
• Environmental Microbiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Verena Carvalho is a Lecturer in the Department of Microbiology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. With a Ph.D. in Marine Microbiology from the University of Bremen, Germany (2011), her research focuses on large sulfur bacteria, microbial ecology, and biogeochemical processes in marine and extreme environments. Department: Microbiology Email: vcarvalho@umass.edu Location: 306 Morrill Science Center IVN Her work explores the physiology, genome plasticity, and ecological roles of giant sulfur bacteria like Achromatium oxaliferum and Beggiatoaceae. This includes studies of calcium carbonate dynamics, sulfur cycling, and adaptation mechanisms in hydrocarbon seeps, Arctic sediments, and salt marshes. She employs single-cell sequencing and field experiments to investigate microbial community interactions and their environmental impacts. Key article trends highlight her expertise in microbial biogeochemistry, sulfur cycling, and extremophile adaptation. Publications span topics such as intracellular calcite formation, denitrification processes, and evolutionary complexity in giant bacteria.

• Soil Biogeochemistry
• Soil Carbon/Nutrient Cycling
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yunying Fang is a Senior Lecturer at Griffith University's School of Environment and Science, affiliated with the Australian Rivers Institute. She holds a PhD from the University of Sydney and previously worked at the NSW Department of Primary Industries (2013–2023). Her research focuses on Soil Biogeochemistry, Soil Carbon/Nutrient Cycling, and Greenhouse Gas Emissions, with an emphasis on Nature-Based Solutions to Climate Change and Soil Health Resilience. Education: PhD in Soil Science, University of Sydney Research Interests: Soil Carbon Sequestration Mechanisms Impact of Land Management and Climate Change on Ecosystem Processes Stable Isotope Methodologies for Soil Amendment Studies Funded Projects (Selected): Developing Standard Protocols for Microplastics in Soils (Solving Plastic Waste CRC, 2025–2028) Climate Change Effects on Phosphorus Cycling (Griffith University Internal Grant, 2023) Innovative Microbial Carrier Products Evaluation (High Performance Soils CRC, 2023–2026) Teaching & Supervision: Associate Supervisor for doctoral projects on Land Management in Rubber-Based Systems and Organic Amendments in Soil Carbon Sequestration Affiliations: Member of Australian Rivers Institute Research Entity Griffith Sciences Group

Daniel Chaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Bioremediation
• Waste Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Daniel Cha holds a faculty position in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Delaware. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, followed by a Master's from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor's from McGill University. His academic and industrial career spans over three decades with expertise in environmental biological processes, microbial community dynamics, and sustainable waste management solutions. Dr. Cha has worked as a consulting engineer and held roles at the Sacramento Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. His research focuses on microbial-driven systems, including energy/fertilizer recovery from food waste, biocomposite material synthesis from wastewater microorganisms, and genomic analysis of mixed culture microbial communities. Key areas also include zerovalent iron-based water treatment technologies, sulfate reduction for acid mine drainage mitigation, and innovative fecal sludge management systems in urban contexts. Notable projects include field demonstrations of breathable membrane toilets in India and pilot-scale bioretention systems integrating biochar. His work bridges environmental chemistry with engineering solutions, addressing contaminants like perchlorate, energetic compounds, and heavy metals in industrial wastewater. Publications span advanced oxidation processes, microbial ecology, and novel membrane technologies. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive patent portfolio includes systems for treating energetic compound wastewaters and biodegradation enhancement methods. His lab collaborates on projects involving both academic and industrial partners, emphasizing scalable environmental engineering solutions.

Konrad Kochمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Anaerobic Digestion
• Waste Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Konrad Koch is a Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), leading the working group on energy-efficient wastewater treatment since 2012. He holds the Chair of Urban Water Management within the TUM School of Engineering and Design. His career includes a habilitation in 2018 and appointment as an Extraordinary Professor (Apl.-Prof.) in 2023. He previously worked at the Bavarian State Research Center for Agriculture and earned his PhD from TUM in 2010. Education: PhD (Dr.-Ing.), Technical University of Munich (2010) Diploma in Waste Management and Contaminated Sites, TU Dresden (2007) Research at TU Hamburg-Harburg (2006–2007) Research focuses on sustainable use of organic waste streams, anaerobic digestion, wastewater treatment innovation, and energy recovery. Key areas include biological methanation, CO₂ utilization, and process optimization for resource efficiency. Koch actively bridges lab-scale to full-scale applications, emphasizing practical implementation in urban wastewater systems. Publications highlight advancements in biogas potential testing standardization, microbial methanation, and co-digestion strategies. His work addresses challenges like nitrogen oxide emissions and substrate selection for anaerobic processes. Lab affiliation: Chair of Urban Water Management, TUM. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects like ENCOVER, CANDO, and the Urban Water-Energy-Food Nexus. Editor for Bioresource Technology and Environmental Technology & Innovation .

Laura Leffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Ecology
• Aquatic Ecosystems
• Bacterial Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura Leff is a Professor and Chair at Kent State University's Environmental Science and Design Research Institute. Her research focuses on microbial ecology in aquatic ecosystems, particularly bacterial responses to environmental stressors like urbanization, pollution, and habitat changes. She has held editorial roles for journals including *Applied and Environmental Microbiology* and *Microbial Ecology*, contributing to academic discourse in her field. Dr. Leff earned her Ph.D. from the University of Georgia. Her research projects include studying bacterial communities in acid mine-impacted streams, agricultural streams, and wetlands, using molecular biology and microscopy to explore microbial community structure and function. She investigates topics such as denitrification dynamics, microplastic colonization, and antibiotic resistance in urban stream biofilms. Dr. Leff has secured funding from NSF, NASA, and the EPA. Her work bridges microbiology and ecology, addressing pressing environmental issues like water quality and bioremediation. Recent studies highlight her focus on emerging contaminants, microbial interactions in biofilms, and the impacts of human activities on freshwater ecosystems. Key Affiliations: American Society for Microbiology, International Society for Microbial Ecology. Grants: NSF, NASA, EPA grants for projects on microbial ecology and bioremediation. Editorial Roles: *Applied and Environmental Microbiology* (2001–2011), *Microbial Ecology* (2001–2017).

Yifeng Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Electrochemistry
• Carbon Capture & Utilization
• Wastewater Treatment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yifeng Zhang is a Professor at the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on advanced electrochemistry in environmental and resource engineering, including wastewater treatment, resource recovery, microbial electrochemistry, and sustainable carbon capture. He leads the Water Technology & Processes group and the DTU Microbes Initiative. Zhang holds a PhD from DTU (2012) and has secured over 60 million DKK in research funding, including the prestigious Carlsberg Foundation Distinguished Fellowship. His work contributes to UN SDGs related to clean water, affordable energy, and climate action. Education: Ph.D., Technical University of Denmark (2009–2012) M.Sc., Dalian University of Technology (2005–2009) Research Interests: Microbial electrochemistry Carbon capture and utilization Wastewater treatment and resource recovery Electrocatalysis and electrochemical sensors Environmental bioremediation Awards: James J. Morgan Early Career Award (ACS, Honorable Mention) Carlsberg Foundation Distinguished Fellowship World’s Top 2% Scientists His research has produced over 200 publications and 3 patents, with a focus on translating innovations into practical solutions. Current projects include microbial electrosynthesis for single-cell protein production, carbon capture via bioelectrochemical systems, and sustainable wastewater treatment technologies.

Laura Toranمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrogeology
• Urban Hydrology
• Karst Hydrology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura Toran is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science at Temple University, part of the College of Science and Technology. Her research focuses on urban hydrology, karst hydrology, and groundwater-surface water interactions. She has held the Weeks Chair in Environmental Geology since 1997 and served as Executive Editor of Groundwater (2021–2023). Her work includes over $20 million in grants from NSF, the William Penn Foundation, and others. Education: Ph.D. Geology, University of Wisconsin–Madison (1986) B.A. Geology, Macalester College (1980) Research Interests: Urban stream health, stormwater control measures, karst spring dynamics, hydrogeophysics, and fractured rock modeling. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates field monitoring, modeling, and geochemical analysis to address environmental challenges in urban and natural systems. Recent Articles: Focus on urban runoff modeling, stormwater infrastructure efficacy, karst flow path analysis, and critical zone processes. Highlights include studies on nitrogen cycling in basins and temperature dynamics in urban streams. Awards: Fellow, Geological Society of America (2005) Deans Distinguished Research Award (2018) High Value Research Award (AASHTO, 2018) Advising & Grants: Mentored over 40 undergraduates and numerous graduate students. Current projects include the Delaware River Watershed Initiative and Urban Critical Zone studies. Collaborates with institutions like Villanova University and the U.S. Geological Survey.

• Astrobiology
• Geochemistry
• Isotope geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Greg Slater is a Professor in the School of Earth, Environment and Society at McMaster University, with an associate membership in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. He leads the Environmental Organic Geochemistry Laboratory and holds a PhD (2001) from the University of Toronto, following undergraduate and master's degrees in environmental chemistry and geology from the same institution. His research focuses on geochemical signatures of microbial life, particularly in understanding organic compound sources/fates in Earth systems and astrobiological contexts. Key interests include environmental contaminants, microbial biosignatures, and subsurface biogeochemistry. Education: PhD Geology (2001), MSc Geology (1996), BSc Environmental Chemistry (1994) – University of Toronto Laboratories: Director of the Environmental Organic Geochemistry Laboratory Teaching: Courses include Advanced Environmental Geochemistry, Global Biogeochemical Cycles, and Contaminant Fate & Transport Research emphasizes astrobiology, geochemical analysis of microbial life, and applications to environmental remediation. His work bridges organic geochemistry, isotope geochemistry, and microbial ecology, with field sites ranging from oil sands reclamation sites to Antarctic microbial ecosystems. Recent projects include studying microbial communities in bentonite, naphthenic acid dynamics in pit lakes, and radiocarbon analysis of groundwater systems. Publications span 147+ articles, focusing on topics like microbial community stability, geochemical cycling in extreme environments, and isotopic tracing of contaminant pathways. His work contributes to understanding Earth's deep biosphere and astrobiological exploration strategies.