Hinsby Cadillo-Quiroz is Professor in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University, researching microbial controls on methane cycling in tropical peatlands. His work examines climate feedback mechanisms through biogeochemical analysis of Amazonian and boreal wetlands, with field sites across the Peruvian Amazon. Leads the PanAm Peat project studying carbon-water interactions across tropical peatland biomes. Research combines metagenomics, gas flux measurements, and ecosystem modeling to understand: microbial regulation of methane production/consumption; peatland responses to disturbance; restoration challenges in mined landscapes; and functional adaptations of archaeal communities. Current projects investigate Bathyarchaeia metabolism in Amazonian peat, mercury mobilization in gold mining areas, and stem methane fluxes in northern forests.
Diana Calvo Martinez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering, Construction Management, and Environmental Engineering at Northern Arizona University, focusing on innovative solutions in environmental biotechnology and sustainable engineering. Her work bridges environmental systems with microbiological and material science applications. Her research interests include Environmental Engineering , Wastewater Treatment , Microplastics and Nanoplastics Remediation , Membrane Technology , Biodiesel Production from Microalgae , and Gut Microbiome Modulation via Synbiotics . These areas reflect a strong interdisciplinary approach combining chemical, biological, and environmental processes. The recent publications highlight her work in biofilm-based reactors , gas separation membranes , and microplastic degradation , showing a consistent trend toward sustainable environmental technologies and health-related applications. Her research integrates both environmental protection and human health, particularly through synbiotic interventions for autism spectrum disorder. Scientific Contributions: Active research in drinking water distribution systems and mycotoxin mitigation Development of microalgal biofilm reactors for wastewater treatment and biofuel production Innovative use of H₂-induced denitrification in biofilm matrices Exploration of synbiotics for improving gut health in neurodevelopmental conditions Diana Calvo Martinez has collaborated with leading environmental engineers such as Bruce Rittmann and César Torres. While no formal advising or grant information is available, her publication record indicates active engagement in funded, peer-reviewed research. She contributes significantly to advancing membrane technologies and microbial systems for environmental and biomedical applications.
Dr. Jesús Colprim Galceran is a University Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Girona (UdG). With over 30 years of research experience since his doctoral thesis (1992-1998), he focuses on urban/industrial wastewater treatment, particularly nutrient removal and process optimization. Specializes in autotrophic nitrogen removal (partial nitrification, anammox) Explores bioelectrochemical denitrification and CO2-to-methane conversion Advances in phosphorus/potassium recovery technologies Scientific contributions: 125 peer-reviewed articles (H-index: 50) 8 patents Principal investigator for 31+ projects (including 4 international) 65+ research/transfer/advisory contracts with sector companies Awards and recognitions: 4 six-year research periods (Spain's National System for Knowledge Transfer) 6 teaching periods (research evaluation framework) 1 transfer period (industry collaboration recognition)
Prof. Gregor Rehder is Professor of Marine Chemistry and Deputy Head of the Marine Chemistry Section at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW), an institute affiliated with the University of Rostock. Since 2006, he has led the Biogeochemistry of Environmentally Relevant Gases Working Group, focusing on greenhouse gas dynamics in marine systems. His work spans Research Priority 1 and 2 of the IOW program, emphasizing Baltic Sea biogeochemistry. Rehder holds a Diploma (1993) from the University of Bayreuth and a Ph.D. (1996) from the University of Kiel. His career includes positions at GEOMAR Kiel and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Research interests center on marine greenhouse gases (CH₄, N₂O, CO₂), carbon cycling, and ocean acidification. He develops advanced sensors for gas monitoring and studies land-sea interactions affecting coastal biogeochemistry. Recent work explores methane leakage impacts, carbon dioxide removal technologies, and Baltic Sea acidification. Publications (2018-2025) show strong emphasis on: Baltic Sea greenhouse gas fluxes and carbon dynamics Coastal peatland rewetting effects Ocean alkalinity enhancement strategies Nord Stream methane leak impacts In-situ sensor development for marine gases He actively advises doctoral students, with 10+ completed PhD supervisions on topics like methane fluxes, ocean acidification, and trace gas liberation. Current projects include: RINGO (ICOS readiness for global observations) BONUS INTEGRAL (Baltic carbon/gas monitoring) EVAR (Benguela Upwelling System under climate change) Baltic Transcoast (land-sea matter flows) Rehder coordinates equipment on the VOS Finnmaid research vessel (ICOS infrastructure) and collaborates in international networks including ICOS-Oceans and the American Geophysical Union.
Christoph Müller is a Professor of Experimental Plant Ecology at Justus Liebig University Giessen (since 2009) and a Visiting Professor at University College Dublin's School of Biology and Environmental Science (since 2007). His work bridges soil science, plant ecology, and climate change biogeochemistry. PhD in Soil Science (Lincoln University, NZ, 1995) MSc in Soil Water Management (University of Reading, 1991) Diploma in Horticulture (FH, 1990) Research centers on climate change impacts on terrestrial ecosystems , focusing on elemental cycles and trace gas production in soils. He pioneered 15N/13C isotope tracing to quantify gross nitrogen transformations and developed Ntrace software for analyzing these processes. His landmark Giessen FACE experiment (20+ years) demonstrates how elevated CO2 alters rhizosphere microbiomes and nutrient dynamics. Recent publications (2021-2023) reveal mechanisms linking soil clay minerals to nitrogen cycling, quantify DNRA patterns across ecosystems, and explore biochar-nitrapyrin synergies for emission reduction. Grants from EPA Ireland and Department of Agriculture Ireland support his work on greenhouse gas mitigation and sustainable fertilization . Collaborations span institutions like UCD, with co-authors including Gerald Moser , Daniela Senkbeil , and Lea Meng . Current editorial roles involve European Journal of Soil Science and Frontiers in Terrestrial Microbiology . His methodology integrates stable isotope tracing , metabarcoding , and process-based modeling to unravel soil-plant-microbe interactions.
Dr. Holger Rupp is a Researcher at the Department of Soil Systems Research , Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ , with a career spanning since 1979. His work focuses on soil-water interactions, nutrient dynamics, and environmental pollution assessment. Research Focus: Investigations into water and substance balance of soils, wetland substance dynamics, and diffuse-source water pollution. He contributes to projects like ReKKS (2017-2020), optimizing water supply through soil management in Kazakhstan and Siberia, and the systemic soil model BODIUM for simulating soil functions. Soil hydrological modeling Nutrient leaching analysis Floodplain contamination studies Climate change adaptation in agriculture Publications highlight his expertise in nitrogen/phosphorus leaching, lysimeter methodology, and soil structure dynamics. He collaborates with institutions including Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Leibniz University Hannover, and Amazonen-Werke. Education: Diploma in land reclamation engineering (University of Rostock, 1983), followed by a PhD (1987). His career includes roles at GKSS Research Centre (1993-1995) before transferring to UFZ in 1995.
Hans van der Kwast is an academic affiliated with IHE Delft Institute for Water Education since 2012. He previously worked as a researcher at the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) between 2007 and 2012, focusing on spatial dynamic environmental modeling. His teaching emphasizes Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and open data for professionals in the Global South, fostering innovative entrepreneurship. At IHE Delft, he coordinates eLearning support for partners and leads research on spatial data infrastructure (SDI), Citizen Observatories, and remote sensing for water productivity. He is a QGIS Certified Lecturer, developing OpenCourseWare, online courses, and training programs in GIS, remote sensing, and hydrological modeling. He initiated the GIS OpenCourseWare platform and authored the book QGIS for Hydrological Applications . He contributes actively to the QGIS and FOSS4G communities, serves on the Dutch QGIS User Group board, and developed the PCRaster Tools plugin for QGIS. His YouTube channel, with over 17k subscribers, provides tutorial videos on GIS and remote sensing. His research spans water resource management, climate change impacts, and environmental modeling, with a focus on tropical regions. He has collaborated on projects addressing nitrogen dynamics in rivers, floodplain inundation mapping, and uncertainty analysis in remote sensing-derived evapotranspiration estimates. Van der Kwast’s work integrates technology and education to enhance capacity building in water management, particularly leveraging open data and collaborative platforms. His contributions bridge academic research with practical training, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in developing contexts.
Mathieu Olivier is an Assistant Professor in Isotopic Geochemistry at the University of Burgundy's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, affiliated with the SEDS (Sédimentologie, Environnement et Dynamique Sédimentaire) research team within the CNRS UMR 6282 Biogéosciences. His work focuses on carbon and nitrogen biogeochemical cycles' role in global change, particularly greenhouse gas emissions and organic matter dynamics. He employs stable isotope techniques (e.g., δ¹³C, δ¹⁵N) and advanced analytical methods like Py-GC-MS. Research interests include soil respiration, nitrogen cycling, and microbial contributions to carbon sequestration. His studies integrate field measurements (e.g., soil moisture imaging) with lab-based analyses, addressing agricultural and environmental challenges such as vineyard water management and microplastic contamination. Teaching spans 250+ hours/year across undergraduate and postgraduate levels at Université de Bourgogne. He supervises postgraduate labwork and has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles since 2006, focusing on isotopic methods, soil-plant interactions, and climate change impacts.
Anuska Mosquera Corral is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain) since 2007. She holds a PhD in Chemical Sciences from the same university (1998), focusing on nitrogen removal from industrial effluents. Her postdoctoral research at TU Delft (2000–2001) specialized in aerobic granular reactors and autotrophic denitrification. She later integrated molecular biology techniques (FISH/DGGE) for microbial community analysis (2005) and pioneered biopolymer production from wastewater using mixed cultures (2011). Education: Bachelor's in Industrial Chemistry (USC, 1992) MSc in Chemical Engineering (USC, 1993) PhD in Chemical Engineering (USC, 1998) Positions: Associate Professor (USC, 2012–present) Assistant Professor (USC, 2003–2011) Postdoctoral Researcher (TU Delft, 2000–2001) Her research focuses on biological wastewater treatment , including nitrogen/carbon removal , aerobic granular reactors , and Anammox processes . She also investigates biopolymer (PHA) production from industrial effluents and employs microscopy techniques (FISH) to study microbial communities. Recent work emphasizes circular economy strategies for saline wastewater valorization and low-strength wastewater treatment in aquaculture. Her articles highlight advancements in granular sludge stability, food waste integration into urban water systems, and nitrogen removal via free nitrous acid. Her work spans environmental biotechnology and sustainable engineering , with applications in industrial and municipal wastewater management. Awards: ELAN® Technology Award (2014) Best Oral Communication (2013) Pilot-Scale Granular Reactor Innovation (2010) Grants & Projects: Leading the BIOPIGMA project (livestock waste biorefinery) IGNICIA-funded biopolymer production from fatty waste National network on holistic wastewater resource recovery She advises doctoral and master’s students on topics like PHA production , salinity effects , and bioreactor design . Her lab, part of the BIOGROUP Environmental Biotechnology , collaborates internationally on sustainable wastewater solutions.
Stephen B. Baines is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University. He holds a Ph.D. from Yale University (1993) and specializes in aquatic ecosystem ecology and ecological stoichiometry. His research focuses on understanding elemental composition variability in plankton, dissolved organic matter dynamics, and regional climate impacts on ecosystem synchrony. Education Ph.D., Ecology, Yale University, 1993 Research Interests Dr. Baines investigates how organism traits and environmental factors shape ecosystem processes, including: Elemental stoichiometry in phytoplankton and zooplankton Bioavailability of dissolved organic matter (DOM) and contaminant transport Climate-driven synchronization in lake and coastal systems Biogeochemical cycles of silicon, iron, and trace metals His lab employs techniques such as synchrotron X-ray fluorescence and biokinetic modeling to study single-cell elemental composition. Articles Overview Recent work explores Arctic tundra plant functional types, copepod stoichiometry, and marine silica cycles. Key themes include understanding how elemental ratios shape food webs and ecosystem resilience to climate change. Lab & Teams Directs the Baines Lab, focusing on aquatic biogeochemistry and ecological stoichiometry. Collaborates widely on projects involving X-ray microscopy, coastal wetlands, and global biogeochemical modeling.
Klaus Butterbach-Bahl is a Professor and Centre Director at the Department of Agroecology, Aarhus University, Denmark. He leads the Center for Landscape Research in Sustainable Agricultural Futures (Land-CRAFT). His research focuses on greenhouse gas emissions, soil processes, and agricultural sustainability, with a particular emphasis on nitrous oxide and denitrification mechanisms. He is actively involved in projects such as the 'New emission factors for nitrous oxide from crop residues' (2024–2029), addressing IPCC methodology and N₂O emissions. Key research interests include climate change mitigation, soil science, and environmental monitoring. He collaborates internationally and has contributed to over 60 publications since 2022. Notable recent works include advancements in soil chemical imaging systems and studies on nitrogen deposition impacts. Butterbach-Bahl also organizes conferences like the XXII International Nitrogen Workshop (2024) and holds an external role as Principal Scientist at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (2022–2030).
Dr. Willm Martens-Habbena serves as an Associate Professor at the Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center (FLREC), part of the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). His research program focuses on microbial ecology within subtropical and tropical ecosystems, specifically examining how microorganisms drive biogeochemical cycles and respond to global change pressures including sea level rise and land-use alterations in South Florida environments. Dr. Martens-Habbena's research spans microbiology, molecular biology, and biogeochemistry with emphasis on nitrogen and carbon cycling processes. His work investigates microbial responses to environmental perturbations such as altered precipitation patterns, agricultural intensification, cattle grazing, and saltwater intrusion across diverse habitats including wetlands, seagrass meadows, and subtropical preserves. Key themes include nitrification-denitrification linkages, methane flux dynamics, soil health indicators under varying vegetation covers, and the discovery of novel ammonia-oxidizing archaeal lineages. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals concentrated research on microbial mechanisms in organic matter decomposition, nutrient cycling, and greenhouse gas production under climate change scenarios. His studies consistently integrate field observations with laboratory manipulations to elucidate how microbial communities mediate ecosystem responses to environmental stressors, with particular attention to ammonia-oxidizing microorganisms in marine and terrestrial systems. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the source materials. While specific advisee names are not provided, Dr. Martens-Habbena maintains an active mentorship program as evidenced by his extensive publication record featuring student co-authors. His research likely involves collaborative grant-funded projects addressing South Florida's environmental challenges, though detailed funding information was not included in the source text. Dr. Martens-Habbena conducts research within FLREC's Microbiology/Pathogens program area, utilizing the center's facilities for field studies across South Florida ecosystems. His work involves interdisciplinary teams focused on translating microbial ecology research into practical applications for ecosystem management, agricultural sustainability, and climate change mitigation strategies in vulnerable coastal regions.
Prof. Dr. Falk Harnisch is Co-Head of the Department of Microbial Biotechnology at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ and holds a Full Professor (W3) for Electrobiotechnology at Leipzig University, Germany . He earned his venia legendi in Biochemistry/Biophysical Chemistry and completed his academic training with a PhD in Environmental Chemistry (summa cum laude, 2009) and Diploma in Biochemistry (2006) at the University of Greifswald, Germany.
Dr Jesús Colprim Galceran is a full University Professor (Catedràtic d’Universitat) of Chemical Engineering at the University of Girona (UdG). He is affiliated with the Department of Chemical, Agricultural and Agri-Food Technology Engineering and leads the LEQUIA research group within the Institute of the Environment . Since completing his PhD in 1998 he has accumulated more than 30 years of research experience. Education PhD, Chemical Engineering – University of Girona (1992–1998) Research interests His work focuses on the treatment of urban and industrial wastewaters, with particular emphasis on nutrient management. Core topics include autotrophic nitrogen removal technologies (partial nitritation–anammox), bio-electrochemical denitrification processes, CO 2 conversion to methane for biogas upgrading, and the recovery of phosphorus and potassium from waste streams. Additional lines of research cover: Process control and optimisation in biological reactors Microbial ecology of nitrogen-cycling communities Life-cycle and techno-economic assessment of novel treatment schemes Scale-up of laboratory findings to pilot and full-scale installations Scientific awards 4 six-year research quality periods (latest 2020) 6 six-year teaching quality periods (latest 2022) 1 six-year knowledge-transfer period (2002) Grants, projects and advising He has served as principal investigator of more than 31 competitive research and knowledge-transfer projects, four of them international. His group has attracted over 65 industry contracts and has been awarded 8 patents. Under his supervision 19 doctoral theses have been defended. Laboratory, teams and affiliation He directs the LEQUIA group ( Laboratori d’Enginyeria Química i Ambiental ) which is housed within the Institute of the Environment at the University of Girona. LEQUIA maintains cutting-edge experimental facilities for biological nutrient removal, bio-electrochemical systems, and pilot-scale reactor testing.
Frank Persson is an Associate Professor at Chalmers University of Technology, specializing in the Division of Water Environment Technology. His research focuses on nutrient removal from wastewater through biological treatment processes, emphasizing resource recovery and efficiency. By integrating molecular biology, ecology, and process engineering, his work addresses nitrogen removal via anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) and microbial biofilm management in drinking water and marine environments. Research Themes: Nutrient recovery, anammox processes, biofilm dynamics, microbial community analysis. Collaborations: Chalmers Water Environment Technology, Novo Nordisk Fonden, Formas, Vetenskapsrådet (VR). Projects: Phage roles in bioreactors, sustainable wastewater treatment with bioelectrochemical systems, nitrous oxide emission reduction, and full-scale aerobic granular sludge implementation. His recent publications highlight the impact of organic carbon sources on biofilm reactor performance, microbial community stratification in subsea environments, and the application of biochar filters for contaminant removal. These studies reflect a multidisciplinary approach to advancing wastewater treatment technologies.
