جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Patricia Spellmanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Karst Hydrogeology
• Surface-Groundwater Interactions
• Island Hydrology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Patricia Spellman is an Assistant Professor in the School of Geosciences at the University of South Florida, specializing in karst hydrogeology, island hydrology, and hydrological modeling. She holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Michigan Technological University and leads multiple state-funded projects on aquifer systems. Research expertise encompasses karst vadose zone dynamics, surface-groundwater interactions in carbonate landscapes, and sustainable water management in island environments. Current projects focus on Floridan Aquifer nitrates, Bahamian blue hole systems, and agricultural impacts on water quality. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on karst hydrology innovations, with recent work advancing spectral analysis techniques for vadose zone characterization and multivariate statistical approaches for contamination tracking. Fieldwork spans Florida, Alaska, and Bahamian archipelago. Grants & Projects: Florida DEP Springs Monitoring ($142k) Suwannee River WMD Projects ($67k) NSF RAPID Storm Response ($25k) Florida Fish & Wildlife Isotope Analysis ($22k) Teaching includes Environmental Hydrology and Numerical Modeling courses. Advises 8 graduate students on topics ranging from San Salvador Island hydrology to agricultural impacts on water chemistry. Extensive field methodology expertise including cave diving and sensor deployment.

Amanda N. Laubmeierمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mathematical Ecology
• Theoretical Ecology
• Applied Mathematics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amanda N. Laubmeier is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Texas Tech University. Her research integrates mathematical modeling with ecological systems, focusing on predator-prey dynamics, pest suppression, and biodiversity mechanisms. She holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from North Carolina State University (advised by H. T. Banks) and a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Arizona. Her postdoctoral work at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (under Richard Rebarber and Brigitte Tenhumberg) further developed her expertise in ecological modeling. Her research interests emphasize theoretical exploration and data-driven validation of ecological processes, particularly in agricultural and climate-sensitive contexts. Key areas include predator community dynamics, temperature effects on ecosystems, and the compatibility of biological control with pesticides. She actively engages in scientific outreach to promote inclusivity in academia and supports underserved communities in STEM. Her recent publications explore topics such as trap crop efficacy, predator-prey models under climate change, and parameter estimation in ecological systems. These studies highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining mathematical theory with empirical validation. She also contributes to educational initiatives like the Science Meets Popular Culture Speaker Series, bridging academic research with public engagement. Laubmeier advises students through her research group, which focuses on ecological modeling projects. While no named advisees are listed, her group’s work is detailed on her website. Her grants and funding history are not explicitly mentioned, but her CV (dated Jan. 2025) likely provides further details. She advocates for inclusive academic practices and integrates outreach into her professional activities.

• Religious Education
• Catholic School Identity
• Mission Formation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

William Francis Sultmann is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy, La Salle Academy. His research focuses on religious education, Catholic school identity, mission formation, and leadership in faith-based institutions. He has collaborated extensively with scholars like Janeen Lamb, David Hall, and Gary Borg on curriculum development and educational policy. Key areas of research include student and teacher perspectives on religious education curricula, salutogenic approaches to school leadership, and the integration of ecological ethics into Catholic educational missions. His work emphasizes practical applications, such as the Catholic School Formation Index (CSFI) and leadership guides for mission-driven institutions. Publications span peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Religions , Journal of Religion and Health ) and books on topics like liturgical charism and institutional renewal. Sultmann’s contributions bridge theological theory and educational practice, addressing contemporary challenges in religious education systems.

• Freshwater Ecology
• Ecotoxicology
• Salinity Effects
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ben KEFFORD is an Associate Professor at the University of Canberra, affiliated with the Centre for Applied Water Science and Systems Ecology. His research focuses on the ecological effects of contaminants and environmental stressors in freshwater systems. He leads projects addressing salinization, pesticide impacts, climate change, and alpine stream ecology. Key areas of expertise include macroinvertebrate community dynamics, toxicology, and ecosystem function assessment. He is actively involved in 15+ research projects, including studies on firefighting chemical effects, alpine ecosystem resilience to climate change, and ecological impacts of mange treatment in wombats. His work emphasizes bridging laboratory experiments and field observations to inform conservation and management strategies. KEFFORD's research outputs (107+ publications) highlight innovative methods for assessing environmental risks, such as improved toxicity testing and trait-based biomonitoring. He collaborates globally, with recent contributions to initiatives like GLOBSALT analyzing freshwater salinization impacts. His projects often integrate mesocosm experiments with large-scale ecological data to address pressing environmental challenges. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive grant history and project leadership reflect his recognition in freshwater ecology. He advises PhD students exploring chemical stressors in streams, ecological realism in risk assessment, and trait-based approaches to biomonitoring. KEFFORD's work extends to policy-relevant areas like algal bloom management in Lake Burley Griffin and the effects of road de-icing salts in alpine regions. His interdisciplinary approach combines field studies, experimental work, and trait databases to advance freshwater conservation science.

• Applied Mathematics
• Mathematical Biology
• Epidemiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Paul Tupper is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Simon Fraser University (SFU), part of the Faculty of Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Scientific Computing from Stanford University (2002). His research focuses on applied mathematics with emphasis on mathematical modeling in epidemiology, speech perception, neural networks, and computational linguistics. He teaches advanced courses in probability, numerical linear algebra, and calculus for social sciences. His work bridges theoretical mathematics and real-world applications, particularly in understanding complex systems like disease transmission dynamics and cognitive processes. Recent studies include modeling the transition of pandemics to endemic states, genomic analysis of viral spread, and audio-visual perception mechanisms in speech. He actively contributes to public health policy discussions through epidemic modeling research. Professor Tupper's research has been published in high-impact journals and conferences, with notable contributions to diversity metrics in biology and geometry, stochastic differential equations, and connectionist models of linguistic phenomena. His courses reflect interdisciplinary interests, integrating mathematical rigor with practical computational methods.

İpek İmamoğluمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Chemistry
• Organic Compound Fate
• Microplastic-Organic Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. İpek İmamoğlu is a Professor of Environmental Engineering at Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara, Turkey, specializing in environmental chemistry and pollutant fate. She holds leadership roles, including former Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2012-2015) and Vice Chair of the Environmental Engineering Department (2009-2012). Her research focuses on organic compound fate, microplastic interactions, contaminated site management, and receptor modeling for pollutants like PCBs and PBDEs. Education: PhD from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2001), M.S. from University of Newcastle upon Tyne (1996), and B.S. from METU (1995). Awards include the METU Ph.D. Dissertation Supervision Award (2017, 2010) and the British Chevening Scholarship (1995/96). She has supervised over 20 PhD and MS students in environmental chemistry and engineering. Research spans contaminated sediment remediation, PCB/PBDE degradation pathways, and policy impacts of microplastics. Her projects include TUBITAK-funded studies on microplastic-organic interactions and POPs management. She advises on national policies, including Turkey’s implementation of the Stockholm Convention on POPs. Key Projects: Molecular Level Microplastic-Organic Interactions (TUBITAK 2021), PCB Fate in Aquatic Sediments (TUBITAK 2015), and Zeolite-Wastewater Treatment (METU Funded 2002). Awards: UWM Dissertator Fellowship, NATO Travel Grant, and ISO 17025 Auditor Certification. Her publications (over 80) cover environmental forensics, receptor modeling, and bioremediation. She actively participates in international conferences and serves as a consultant for UNDP and EU-funded initiatives.

Lucy Bastinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biodiversity Informatics
• Remote Sensing
• GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lucy Bastin is a Professor in the School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies at Aston University, part of the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. She holds academic roles since 2003, including leadership in the Digital Observatory for Protected Areas (DOPA) project at the European Commission. Her research focuses on biodiversity informatics, remote sensing, and citizen science, with applications in conservation planning and sustainable development. She advises PhD students on topics like GIS, remote sensing, and citizen observatories. Education: BSc Zoology (University of Nottingham), MSc GIS (University of Leicester), PhD in Spatial Population Ecology (University of Birmingham). She also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. Research Interests: Essential Biodiversity Variables, metadata standards for citizen science, uncertainty in conservation models, disease mapping (e.g., MRSA), and environmental policy support. She developed the DOPA toolkit for protected area monitoring and co-authored the Bari Manifesto for biodiversity variables. Key Projects: DOPA Explorer 2.0, FLIERS EU project, EuroGEOSS initiatives Recent Awards: Midlands Women in Tech Finalist (2021), Best Paper Award (2018) Teaching: Software Engineering, Professional Ethics in Computing, GIS modules Labs/Teams: Part of the Computer Science Research Group and Aston Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Application. Collaborates with global partners on initiatives like BIOPAMA and the Green Deal Data Space.

• Sustainable Development
• Spatial Inequalities
• Climate Change
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hamid Rabiei is an Assistant Professor in Geography at the School of History and Geography, Dublin City University. He holds a PhD in Spatial Planning and Urban Development from Politecnico di Milano, Italy. His research focuses on sustainable development, spatial inequalities, climate change, and remote sensing/GIS applications. He has secured prestigious grants like the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship and published extensively in top-tier journals such as Habitat International and Applied Geography . His work bridges engineering, social science, and data science to address global challenges like environmental degradation and urbanization patterns. Key research interests include smart cities, spatial composite indicators, gentrification, and social vulnerability to natural hazards. He has contributed to developing novel models like the Adaptive Inverse Distance Weighting (AIDW) for population estimation and the Ordered Geographically Weighted Averaging (OGWA) for composite indicators. Recent work includes spatial analysis of internal migration impacts in Iran, Afghan immigrant segregation in Tehran, and ensemble modeling of extreme temperatures. He serves on editorial boards of academic journals in environmental studies and urban planning. His research emphasizes policy relevance, collaborating with decision-makers to translate findings into actionable strategies. Publications span 2023-2025, reflecting interdisciplinary approaches to urban sustainability, disaster risk, and big data applications. Grants and fellowships highlight his international recognition, particularly in integrating geospatial techniques with socioeconomic analysis.

• Climate Change
• Crop Ecology
• Plant Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Niels Anten is a Full Professor of Crop and Weed Ecology at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in plant interactions and sustainable agricultural systems. His research focuses on climate change impacts, crop diversification, and optimizing plant productivity under environmental stress. He leads projects on cocoa production resilience, intercropping strategies, and root-shoot signaling mechanisms in cereals and legumes. Key research interests include crop-weed competition, light-mediated plant responses, and the ecological roles of lianas in tropical forests. Anten has supervised 21 PhD candidates, including studies on potato stress responses, spatial crop diversification, and cocoa agroecology. His work integrates field experiments, functional-structural plant modeling, and big data analysis to address global food security challenges. Recent articles highlight breakthroughs in understanding CO2-driven photosynthetic efficiency, drought effects on cocoa yields, and far-red light influences on root systems. His datasets and collaborations span institutions globally, addressing topics like coffee genetic adaptation and arid ecosystem root dynamics. Anten frequently engages in media discussions on climate impacts on agriculture and sustainable farming practices.

• Hydrology
• Hydrogeology
• Climate Change Impact
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nathan Young is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sustainable Resources Management at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). His research focuses on physical hydrology and environmental science, with a particular emphasis on understanding how heat, water, and solutes move through the environment in response to climate change and landscape alterations such as permafrost thaw, sea-level rise, and environmental hazards like wildfires and landslides. He integrates fieldwork, numerical modeling, and quantitative analysis to improve predictive models for sustainable water management. Education includes a Ph.D. in Geology and Environmental Science (2019, Iowa State University), an M.S. in Earth and Environmental Science (2014, Wright State University), and a B.A. in Geology and Sociology/Anthropology (2012, Earlham College). Research interests span hydrogeology, climate change impacts, permafrost dynamics, and groundwater flow modeling. His work often involves advanced tools like MATLAB, R, Python, and numerical models such as MODFLOW and HydroGeoSphere. He emphasizes fieldwork in student mentorship, valuing hands-on experience and quantitative skills. Teaching includes courses like Watershed Hydrology (FOR 340) and Watershed Ecology and Management (FOR 442). Current advisee Ford Ford is pursuing an MS in Environmental Science. Awarded funded graduate assistantships and undergraduate research positions are available to qualified candidates with academic excellence, research experience, and enthusiasm for hydrological studies. His lab focuses on cryohydrogeological systems, particularly in Arctic regions like Nunavik, Québec, and investigates the interplay between thermal regimes, permafrost degradation, and subsurface hydrology.

Matthew Mitchellمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ecosystem Services
• Conservation Biology
• Environmental Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Matthew Mitchell is an Assistant Professor jointly appointed in the Department of Forest Resources Management at the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and the Faculty of Forestry, University of British Columbia (UBC). His research focuses on multifunctional landscapes, integrating ecological and socio-economic dimensions to balance biodiversity conservation with human well-being. He co-leads the M2L2 Lab, which emphasizes equitable and sustainable management of urban and agricultural systems. Mitchell’s work bridges landscape ecology, ecosystem service science, and conservation policy, leveraging interdisciplinary methods like socio-ecological modeling and participatory research. His research areas include community ecology, ecosystem services and conservation policy, and environmental change. He collaborates with stakeholders to co-design solutions for urban greenspace planning, agricultural sustainability, and mineral exploration that respect biodiversity. Mitchell’s lab actively engages in reconciliation efforts, acknowledging Indigenous land stewardship and UBC’s location on Musqueam territory. Notable contributions include studies on forest restoration trade-offs, flood mitigation via ecosystems, and biodiversity-ecosystem service linkages. Mitchell advises students like Dan Forrest (UBC Public Scholar) and MSc candidate Aaron Aguirre, exploring urban bat ecology and mutualistic city design. His work informs national conservation strategies and urban planning, emphasizing equity and ecological resilience. Lab activities focus on developing tools for multifunctional landscape planning, such as indices for restorative nature and frameworks balancing mineral prospectivity with conservation. Mitchell’s research underscores the urgency of addressing global biodiversity loss through inclusive, science-driven policies.

Will Fithianمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theoretical Statistics
• Applied Statistics
• Post-Selection Inference
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Will Fithian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of California, Berkeley. He holds a position in the College of Letters & Science, specializing in theoretical and applied statistics. His research focuses on post-selection inference, scalable algorithms for big data, high-dimensional data analysis, and ecological statistics. Fithian has taught courses such as Theoretical Statistics (Stat 210A), Forecasting, and industry-relevant statistical methods. His work bridges statistical theory with applications in fields like genomics, ecology, and machine learning. Education and Career: While specific educational details are not explicitly provided, his academic rank and research focus suggest advanced training in statistics. He previously taught at Stanford University and has held roles such as Assistant Professor before his current position at Berkeley. Research Interests: His interests include developing robust statistical methods for handling modern data challenges, including false discovery rate control, selective inference, and computational efficiency in high-dimensional settings. He collaborates across disciplines, applying statistical tools to ecological and biomedical problems. Awards: Fithian received the Teaching Award from the Berkeley Statistics Department in 2012 and the Centennial Teaching Award (University-wide) in 2015, reflecting his dedication to pedagogy. His research contributions have been recognized through publications in top journals and conferences. Teaching and Service: He leads advanced courses like Stat 210A, a core PhD-level theoretical statistics course. His teaching emphasizes foundational concepts while addressing contemporary challenges. He also contributes to Berkeley’s Industry Alliance Program, fostering academic-industry partnerships.

Ajay Pillarisettiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Household Energy Use
• Air Pollution Exposure
• Human Health Impacts
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ajay Pillarisetti is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Berkeley's School of Public Health, Department of Environmental Health Sciences. His research focuses on the interplay between household energy use, air pollution exposure, health outcomes, and climate change in low- and middle-income countries. A graduate of UC Berkeley (PhD) and Emory University (MPH, BS), he has led global projects in India, Mongolia, Nepal, Guatemala, Peru, and Rwanda. PhD – Environmental Health Sciences, UC Berkeley MPH – Global Environmental Health, Emory University BS – Biology, Emory College His work employs low-cost air quality sensors, longitudinal surveys, and randomized controlled trials like the HAPIN study to assess health impacts of clean fuel interventions. Key subfields include exposure assessment, implementation science, pollution's metabolic effects, and policy-driven energy transitions. He collaborates with teams across four continents and has published extensively on household air pollution's multi-scale health burdens. Recent articles (2023–2025) highlight trends in quantifying PM2.5's health effects, optimizing sensor networks, and evaluating LPG interventions for maternal/child health. His studies span Guatemala's RESPIRE cohort, Rwanda's HAPIN trial, and India's community monitoring systems, addressing gaps in exposure-response modeling, biomarker analysis, and policy advocacy.

Matthew R. Ryanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable cropping systems
• Agroecology
• Cover crops and ecological weed management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew R. Ryan is an Associate Professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science (Soil and Crop Sciences Section) at Cornell University. His research focuses on sustainable cropping systems, agroecology, and cover crop management with an emphasis on ecological weed suppression and organic production. Ryan leads the Sustainable Cropping Systems Lab and co-directs the Organic @ Cornell initiative. Education: PhD in Agronomy (2010), MS in Agronomy (2007) from The Pennsylvania State University; BS in Biology (2001) from Kutztown University. Research Interests: Development of diversified cropping systems that integrate perennial grains like Kernza Evaluation of cover crop genetics and management strategies Optimization of no-till systems for organic crop production Assessment of agronomic practices' environmental impact Recent Work Trends: Over 15 publications (2023–2025) emphasize cover crop genetics, no-till weed management, and perennial grain development. Collaborative projects across 16 U.S. states highlight regional adaptation strategies. Awards: No formal awards listed, though his work has been featured in news articles about cover crop adoption and perennial grain development. Teaching & Mentorship: Teaches PLSCI 1900 and 3800 courses. Advises graduate students in Soil and Crop Sciences. Coordinates multi-university courses like the Cover Crop Challenge. Labs/Teams: Leads Sustainable Cropping Systems Lab and collaborates with Cornell's Agricultural Experiment Station. Active in regional farmer-extension partnerships.

Yiyi Heمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Urban Planning
• GIScience
• Climate Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Yiyi He is an Assistant Professor at the School of City and Regional Planning (SCaRP) in the College of Design at Georgia Tech. Her research focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to climate change resilience, urban planning, GIScience, and artificial intelligence. She examines the impacts of extreme weather events—such as flooding, wildfires, and heat—on critical infrastructure and vulnerable communities, leveraging data-driven methods like GIS, machine learning, and spatial statistics. Education: Bachelor’s degree from Nanjing University Master’s and Ph.D. from UC Berkeley Research Interests: Her work emphasizes understanding uncertainties and asymmetric impacts of climate change on urban systems. Specific areas include: Climate-resilient infrastructure networks GIS-based flood modeling Social vulnerability analysis Policy-driven resilience strategies Articles Overview: Recent publications highlight global flood impacts on road networks, cascading failures in health infrastructure, and lightning strike hazards in aviation systems. Themes consistently address data-driven resilience strategies and interdisciplinary solutions to climate challenges. Awards and Grants: No specific awards or grants mentioned in the provided text. Labs and Teams: While not explicitly detailed, her research aligns with Georgia Tech’s initiatives in climate resilience and urban systems.