جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Plant Defense
• Plant Competition
• Local Adaptation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jorad de Vries is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Forest Ecology and Forest Management at Wageningen University & Research. His work focuses on the intersection of plant ecology, evolutionary biology, and forest management, with particular emphasis on plant defense mechanisms, local adaptation, and functional-structural plant modeling. He actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions and has established himself as a significant contributor to understanding plant-environment interactions. Dr. de Vries' research interests span several interconnected domains within plant ecology and evolutionary biology. His work primarily investigates how plants balance competing demands for growth and defense in varying environmental conditions. He specializes in functional-structural plant modeling to simulate complex eco-evolutionary dynamics, examining how factors like light competition, nutrient availability, and herbivore pressure shape plant communities. His research on local adaptation explores how environmental gradients drive phenotypic plasticity and evolutionary responses in plant populations. Additionally, he investigates soil-plant interactions, particularly how root functionality and mycorrhizal associations influence plant competition for resources. Analysis of Dr. de Vries' publication record reveals a strong focus on plant defense mechanisms in relation to environmental pressures. His most recent work demonstrates how plant competition influences the effectiveness of indirect defense strategies and how canopy structure affects soil moisture heterogeneity in forest ecosystems. His research consistently applies advanced modeling techniques to understand plant adaptation, with particular attention to the growth-defense trade-off under varying competitive conditions. The interdisciplinary nature of his work bridges plant physiology, evolutionary ecology, and forest management, contributing to both theoretical understanding and practical applications for sustainable forestry. Dr. de Vries actively supervises and co-supervises PhD candidates, including Ushida Neves, G. on 'Drought effects on diel and seasonal tree growth responses' and Meijers, E. on 'Tree responses to drought and management'. He serves as Principal Investigator on the project 'Linking plasticity in plant growth and defence with dynamic insect herbivore communities: a new perspective on the growth-defence trade-off' and as Co-promotor on multiple other research initiatives. His work receives substantial attention in the scientific community, with several publications garnering significant citations and reader engagement across platforms like Mendeley and social media.

Vernon Morrisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Climate Change
• Environmental Justice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Vernon Morris is a Foundation Professor and Associate Dean for Knowledge Enterprise and Strategic Outcomes at Arizona State University's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. He holds affiliations with the School of Earth and Space Exploration, the Center for Gender Equity in Science and Technology, and the Global Futures Laboratory. His research focuses on atmospheric aerosols, particularly Saharan dust, and its implications for climate, air quality, and environmental justice. Education: BS in Chemistry and Mathematics from Morehouse College (1985), PhD in Geophysical Sciences from Georgia Institute of Technology (1991). Research interests include the chemical evolution of atmospheric particulates, aerobiology, and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental science. He leads the AEROSE trans-Atlantic expeditions, generating critical data for satellite calibration and weather modeling. Morris is committed to diversity in STEM, founding Howard University's first Atmospheric Sciences PhD program, which has produced a significant proportion of Black and Hispanic PhD graduates in the field. Key achievements include over $70M in research funding as PI, leadership in NOAA's Cooperative Science Center (NCAS-M), and outreach programs like weather camps for underserved students. Awards include AGU's Lifetime Achievement Award for Diversity (2023) and Presidential Citation (2021). Grants and advising: Raised $70M+ in research funding, guided over 150 students, and established partnerships with international institutions. His labs and teams focus on atmospheric microbiology, urban air quality, and climate modeling.

Shreedhar Maskeyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Process-Based Distributed Hydrological Modeling
• Flood Forecasting
• Drought Forecasting
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shreedhar Maskey is an academic with expertise in hydrology, civil engineering, and climate change adaptation. His roles include associate editorships for the Journal of Hydrology and the Journal of Flood Risk Management , and chairing the Mountain Hydrology Working Group under IAHS Panta Rhei. He has extensive experience in research supervision, teaching graduate and undergraduate students, and developing hydrological models for flood and drought forecasting. His research focuses on process-based distributed hydrological modeling, snow/glacier dynamics, and climate change impacts on river basins globally, including the Mekong, Yellow, Yangtze, Koshi, and numerous catchments across Africa, Asia, and Europe. He also explores uncertainty analysis in hydrological systems and the application of machine learning for water resource management. Recent publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to water security, risk management, and sediment supply dynamics in coastal regions. His work highlights the interplay between hydrological processes and ecological/social systems, particularly in mountainous terrain and vulnerable basins. He has not been explicitly noted for scientific awards, but his contributions to hydrological modeling and climate adaptation are widely recognized. While no current students or grants are listed, his supervision experience indicates active involvement in academic mentorship. His participation in IAHS Panta Rhei underscores leadership in mountain hydrology research and collaborative initiatives.

Daniel Ingramمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Conservation
• Ecology
• Sustainability
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Daniel Ingram is a Research Fellow in Conservation and Sustainability at the University of Kent's Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE). He joined the university in 2022 after holding postdoctoral research positions at the University of Stirling and University College London's Centre for Biodiversity and Environment Research. His work focuses on advancing conservation outcomes through equitable scientific research and on-the-ground conservation efforts aimed at curbing biodiversity loss, ensuring sustainable natural resource use, restoring ecosystems, and promoting nature reconnection. His research interests include: Natural resource use and sustainability of foraging, hunting, and gathering (Re)wilding, ecosystem restoration, and species reintroduction Sustainable living and pro-environmental behaviors Impacts of environmental change on biodiversity and people Nature connection, biodiversity, and human-wellbeing/health linkages Dr Ingram's recent publications reveal a strong focus on wildlife trade dynamics, particularly pangolin conservation and bushmeat consumption patterns across Africa and Southeast Asia. His work increasingly examines the intersection of conservation science with digital platforms, public health concerns (particularly zoonotic diseases), and innovative monitoring technologies. A significant portion of his research employs interdisciplinary approaches combining quantitative ecological data with qualitative social science methods to address complex conservation challenges. He currently supervises 10 PhD students across multiple institutions including University of Kent, University of Sussex, and international universities in Czech Republic and USA. His students focus on diverse topics including beaver expansion, pine marten reintroductions, Eurasian lynx reintroduction in Scotland, and wild meat consumption patterns. Professional roles include: Associate Editor of Conservation Letters (since 2023) Steering Committee, Field Science Co-Chair: IUCN SSC Pangolin Specialist Group Scientific Advisor: African Aquatic Conservation Fund, Senegal Dr Ingram established the Food and Nature Programme and currently leads a UKRI-funded research program on Wildlife Consumption in Urban Tropical Africa. He is also a founder of the WILDMEAT Project, which aims to develop a global evidence-base on wildlife hunting, consumption, and trade to inform sustainable management decisions.

Turo Uskaliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Media
• Journalism Studies
• Media Ethics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Turo Uskali is a leading academic in media and communication studies at the University of Jyväskylä's Department of Language and Communication Studies, part of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. His research focuses on digital media evolution, innovation in journalism practices, and ethical challenges in modern communication. He spearheads projects like Journalism Research News—an international news service for journalism studies—and explores emerging technologies like virtual reality (VR) in both education and reporting. His work critically examines topics such as algorithmic transparency, emotional journalism, and geospatial technology applications in conflict reporting. Notable contributions include studies on Finnish Moscow correspondents during the Cold War, the role of social media in post-publication gatekeeping, and pedagogical innovations using immersive technologies. Uskali has published extensively on media ethics, digital journalism, and technological adoption. Recent themes include trust in news media among young adults, the ethical use of satellite imagery, and collaborative journalism in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. His research often bridges academic inquiry with practical applications, such as VR campus environments and responsible drone journalism frameworks. Uskali leads two major research projects: 'Ephemerality and Visuality in Social Media News Content' analyzing fleeting digital content, and 'From the Fog of War' documenting Finnish war correspondents' experiences in Ukraine. These projects emphasize cross-disciplinary collaboration and real-world impact.

Michelle Annette Meyerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Disaster Recovery
• Disaster Mitigation
• Social Vulnerability
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michelle Annette Meyer serves as Director of the Hazard Reduction & Recovery Center and Associate Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning at Texas A&M University's College of Architecture. Her interdisciplinary work bridges sociology, urban planning, and disaster management across multiple continents. Her research focuses on disaster recovery, social vulnerability, and environmental sustainability , examining how structural inequalities manifest in disaster contexts through the lenses of social capital and collective efficacy. Key projects include nonprofit collaboration for recovery, social media use among vulnerable populations, citizen science protocols for stormwater equity, and Haiti-based protective action research. Her work spans Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Colorado, New York, California, Sri Lanka, Haiti, Peru, India, and Turkey. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong emphasis on community-centered resilience , with recurring themes of nonprofit capacity building, equitable resource distribution, and interdisciplinary approaches to hazard mitigation. Her work increasingly integrates computational methods with community-engaged research, particularly in coastal resilience contexts. NSF CAREER grant (2020) for disaster survivors' unmet needs LSU Tiger Athletic Foundation Undergraduate Teaching Award (2017) Robert Dentler Award from ASA Section on Sociological Practice (2012) Next Generation of Hazards Researchers Fellowship (2014) Meyer actively mentors students, having supervised 30+ undergraduates (many first-generation), plus doctoral candidates like Judanne Lennox-Morrison (FEMA-funded CERT research) and Joy Semien (now EPA Deputy Director). She leads major collaborative grants including the $4.2M NSF Coastlines and People Hub focusing on tribal community resilience, working with engineers, anthropologists, and computer scientists. Her Hazard Reduction & Recovery Center serves as a nexus for transdisciplinary disaster research with real-world impact.

Andrew Kleinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geographic Information Science
• Remote Sensing
• Cryosphere Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrew Klein is a Professor of Geosciences at Texas A&M University, holding the EOG Teaching Professorship. He serves as Director of Distance Education, Faculty Program Leader for the Master of Geoscience program (focusing on GIS in the Energy Industry), and Speaker of the Faculty Senate. His academic roles include advancing GIS education and leading Antarctic environmental monitoring initiatives. Education: Ph.D. in Geological Sciences (Cornell University, 1997); B.A. in Geology and Environmental Studies (Macalester College, 1990). His research spans cryosphere dynamics, remote sensing applications, and Antarctic environmental science. He co-leads NSF-funded projects on Antarctic benthic communities and Arctic ecosystems using AI-driven satellite analysis. Research Interests: Synthesizing 15 years of McMurdo Station impact data; Antarctic sea ice effects on macroalgal communities; UAV-based snow depth mapping. Key contributions include MODIS snow-cover algorithm development and Antarctic Treaty compliance studies. Publications highlight Antarctic environmental remediation, GIS education, and glaciology. His work bridges field studies, satellite analysis, and policy advocacy. Awards include Texas A&M’s Distinguished Teaching Award (2017) and College of Geosciences’ Selfless Service Award (2017). Advising and Grants: Mentor to Manuel Salgado (UAV snow studies); co-PI on NSF grants (Antarctic benthic ecosystems, Arctic satellite monitoring). Active in curriculum development for GIS programs and university core curriculum reform. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with NASA, US Antarctic Program, and international glaciology societies. Maintains educational outreach via polar expeditions (e.g., Polartrec.com) and social media (Island to Ice Facebook page).

• Robotics
• Swarm Intelligence
• Human-Robot Interaction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Danesh Tarapore is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton, focusing on robotics, swarm intelligence, and human-robot interaction. He is affiliated with the Agents, Interaction and Complexity group, Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute, and the Centre for Robotics. His research emphasizes resilient robot swarms, human-swarm collaboration, and adaptive learning systems. Key Projects: Rapid fault-recovery strategies for resilient robot swarms (EPSRC-funded) Towards Flexible Autonomy for Swarms (Alan Turing Institute collaboration) Research Interests: Swarm robotics and decentralized control User-aware collaborative systems Resilient autonomous systems Human-robot teaming Publications Trends: Recent work (2023–2025) highlights advancements in human-robot collaboration, swarm resilience, and navigation in constrained environments. Notable contributions include multimodal datasets for social robotics and minimalist navigation frameworks for degraded-perception scenarios. Advising & Grants: Supervises six PhD students across topics like swarm intelligence and edge learning. Active in securing research funding from EPSRC and the Alan Turing Institute. Labs/Teams: Part of interdisciplinary teams advancing marine robotics, autonomous systems, and trustworthy multiagent systems.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Internet of Things
• Ubiquitous Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Deepak Sahoo is an Associate Professor in the School of Mathematics and Computer Science at Swansea University, part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on innovative interfaces between people and computers, with particular emphasis on sustainable and ubiquitous technologies. He is actively involved in postgraduate supervision and has contributed to over 70 publications since 2001, spanning topics from robotics and IoT to nanotechnology. His work explores novel materials like liquid metals and photovoltaic surfaces to create interactive systems that enhance human-computer interaction. Dr. Sahoo collaborates internationally, addressing challenges in community policing, elderly care technology, and slum community co-design. He teaches modules including 'Robotics Fundamentals' and 'Future Interaction Technologies MRes Project.' Research Interests: Dr. Sahoo specializes in designing interfaces that leverage cutting-edge materials and energy-efficient methods. His work includes tactile displays using liquid metals, self-powered IoT devices, and co-design methodologies for socially impactful technologies. He emphasizes sustainability and accessibility in his projects, such as developing companion robots for older adults and community-driven policing tools. Publications Overview: His recent work (2021–2025) highlights advancements in multimodal robotics, self-powered interfaces, and participatory design for marginalized communities. Earlier contributions (2001–2017) explore nanoscale imaging, spintronic sensors, and acoustic manipulation techniques. These studies reflect his interdisciplinary approach, bridging computer science, materials science, and engineering. Grants & Projects: He leads projects like 'PV-Interfaces: Self-Powered Interfaces via Photovoltaic Surfaces' (2018) and collaborates on initiatives involving slum community co-design of smart materials. His research frequently intersects with real-world applications, such as improving physical activity in older adults and enhancing public safety through technology. Labs & Teams: Based at Swansea's Computational Foundry, he contributes to the university's research themes in Future Interaction Technology and Sustainable Computing. His team develops prototypes like liquid-metal displays and energy-harvesting systems, emphasizing hands-on innovation.

Li Caiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Finance
• Investments
• Econometrics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Li Cai is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Stuart School of Business, Illinois Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on investments, with specializations in socially responsible investing, econometrics, risk management, hedge funds, mutual funds, and index tracking. She holds an FRM certification and has industry experience as a quantitative research analyst in New York City. Education: Ph.D. in Finance, University of Massachusetts Amherst M.S. in Financial Mathematics, University of Warwick, England B.S. in Numerical Mathematics, Wuhan University, China Research Interests: Dr. Cai’s work emphasizes optimizing financial systems through advanced analytics. Her studies on socially responsible investing explore ethical finance frameworks, while her econometric research applies statistical models to market dynamics. In risk management, she develops strategies for mitigating financial uncertainties. She also investigates index tracking methodologies and evaluates the performance of hedge and mutual funds. Her work bridges theoretical finance with practical applications, often leveraging quantitative tools like reinforcement learning and optimization algorithms. Publications Trends: Her recent articles address cutting-edge challenges in wireless networks, edge computing, and IoT systems. A recurring theme involves minimizing latency (e.g., age of information) and optimizing resource allocation under constraints. She also explores hybrid technologies like RIS (Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces) for enhanced network efficiency. These studies reflect her interdisciplinary approach, combining financial expertise with computational and engineering methodologies. Awards & Grants: No specific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Advising & Labs: No student advisees or lab affiliations are mentioned. Her professional activities include conference presentations at the Financial Management Association and the China International Conference in Finance.

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Biology
• Metabolic Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joey Bernhardt is an Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph , affiliated with the Bernhardt Lab . His research focuses on understanding the drivers of biodiversity change and their consequences for human well-being, leveraging metabolic processes as a unifying framework. He employs interdisciplinary approaches combining theoretical, experimental, and synthetic methods to study ecological responses to global change. Education: BSc in Biology, Brown University (2009) PhD in Ecology, University of British Columbia (2018) Postdoctoral Researcher, Yale University & University of British Columbia (2018–2022) Research Interests: Dr. Bernhardt investigates how metabolic processes shape organismal, community, and ecosystem-level responses to environmental change. Key areas include thermal biology, climate change impacts on species distributions, ecosystem services, and human-environment interactions. His work bridges ecological theory with applied challenges like biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. Research Trends: Recent publications explore thermal limits of disease vectors, metabolic theory advancements, and experimental insights into climate variability effects. Themes include global change biology, ecological observatory networks, and biodiversity-ecosystem function relationships. Labs & Recruitment: The Bernhardt Lab at the University of Guelph focuses on global change solutions. They actively recruit graduate students and postdoctoral researchers for Fall 2023, emphasizing training in open science practices and interdisciplinary methodologies.

Martin Schaeferمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• GIS
• Spatial Data Management
• Surveying and Data Capture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martin Schaefer is the Spatial and Data Services Manager at the University of Portsmouth's Faculty of Science & Health, with a part-time lecturing role from 2006–2022. He holds a BSc in Geography from the University of Sheffield (1999) and an MSc in GIS from the University of Portsmouth (2001), alongside a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching (2006). His expertise spans GIS, drone applications, surveying, and climate research in Arctic/Alpine environments and marine biology. Research focuses include GIS service provision for researchers, drone-based hazard analysis post-Hurricane Maria in Dominica, and climate interactions in Finnish Lapland and Kilimanjaro. He leads commercial surveying projects using GPS, LiDAR, and 3D scanning, emphasizing error propagation and precision. Collaborations include the Institute of Marine Sciences and NERC-funded projects. Key articles explore GIS-based erosion control, coral reef fisheries sustainability, and UAV hurricane damage assessments. His work bridges technical geospatial tools with environmental and disaster management applications.

Karina Yagerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Climate Change Impacts
• Remote Sensing
• Land-Cover and Land-Use Change
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Karina Yager is an Associate Professor at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), Stony Brook University. Her research focuses on the social and ecological impacts of climate change in the Andes, integrating remote sensing, ethnographic studies, and alpine ecosystem analysis. She holds a Ph.D. from Yale University (2009) and has conducted transdisciplinary work for over two decades, examining coupled social-ecological systems (SES) in mountain environments. Her projects are funded by NASA, CONICYT (Chile), and the National Geographic Society. Key research areas include glacial retreat effects on pastoral agriculture, peatland dynamics, and land-cover change. Dr. Yager collaborates with indigenous communities and leads the GLORIA South America network. Major contributions include analyzing alpine plant community shifts, bofedal management systems, and mountain resilience strategies. She maintains an active lab site and develops ArcGIS StoryMaps for educational outreach, such as the 'Andean Water Towers' project. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Studies, Yale University (2009) Research Highlights: Climate change impacts on Andean pastoral systems and water resources Remote sensing of land-use change and peatland monitoring Indigenous knowledge integration with ecological data Funding & Collaborations: Lead investigator for NASA LCLUC ROSES grants CONICYT (Chile) and National Geographic Society grants GLORIA network member since 2002 Labs & Resources: Andean Water Towers ArcGIS platform Interactive glacier change dashboards

Mélanie A. Hamelمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Coral Reef Conservation Planning
• Social-Ecological Systems
• Marine Biodiversity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mélanie A. Hamel is a Research Fellow at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and Adjunct Research Fellow at James Cook University. She specializes in integrating socioeconomic and biodiversity approaches for coral reef conservation planning in resource-dependent regions. Her work bridges ecology, spatial analysis, and community engagement. Education: PhD in Conservation Planning (2015), James Cook University MSc in Ecology, Biodiversity, and Evolution (2007), Paris 11 University Research Interests: Coral reef social-ecological systems, marine spatial planning, GIS applications, fisheries management, and conservation policy. Her work emphasizes participatory methods and transdisciplinary approaches to balance ecological integrity with human needs. Affiliations: Postdoctoral Research Fellow at CNRS-EPHE CRIOBE (French Polynesia) Adjunct at ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies (Australia) Collaborations with NGOs like Opération Cétacés Publications & Impact: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles focusing on coral reef conservation strategies, dugong population assessments, and marine planning frameworks. Recent work includes evaluating fishing ground perceptions and developing rapid biodiversity gap analysis methods.

Himmet Karamanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• GIS and Information Technologies in Planning
• Earthquake Damage Estimation
• Urban Immunity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Himmet Karaman is a Professor at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Geomatics Engineering, part of the Faculty of Civil Engineering. His research focuses on GIS applications, earthquake damage estimation, urban resilience, and disaster management. He holds a PhD in Geomatics Engineering from Istanbul Technical University (2008). Educational Background: PhD in Geomatics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (2003–2008) MSc in Geomatics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (2001–2003) BSc in Geodesy and Photogrammetry Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1997–2001) Research Interests: Prof. Karaman’s work integrates geospatial technologies with disaster risk reduction, including earthquake vulnerability analysis, decision support systems, and urban immunity strategies. He has developed tools like HAZTURK for seismic risk assessment and contributed to projects like Antarctica GNSS monitoring. His studies often combine GIS, machine learning, and multi-criteria decision analysis. Awards: Most Successful Thesis Award, Istanbul Technical University (2021) Grants & Projects: He led projects such as the ‘Turkey National Geographic Information System Infrastructure Project’ and ‘Risk Assessment for Base Station Towers in Istanbul.’ His work includes collaborations on nuclear accident vulnerability frameworks and cellular network path loss prediction using GeoAI. Professional Roles: Member of AFAD Advisory Board, The Resilience Advisors Network, and International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering. He has served as Department Vice President and Board Member at Istanbul Technical University.