جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Alan Osbornمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Great Plains Archaeology
• Paleoindian Adaptations
• Nutritional Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alan Osborn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology & Anthropology at the University of Nebraska-Omaha's College of Arts and Sciences. He also serves as Curator of Anthropology at the University of Nebraska State Museum, overseeing artifact collections and public engagement initiatives. BA in Anthropology and Geology (1970), University of Missouri MA (1974) and PhD (1977) in Anthropology, University of New Mexico His research focuses on Great Plains archaeology, specializing in Paleoindian adaptations during climatic shifts like the Younger Dryas Cold Event. Key interests include prehistoric diet analysis, equestrian adaptations among Native Americans, and high-altitude cooking technologies. Publications demonstrate expertise in North American prehistory, with particular emphasis on lithic technology (Clovis sites), paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and ethnobiological applications. Recent work explores intersections between climate stressors and cultural innovation. Outstanding Research Award (2016) Service Award (2017) With 45 years of University of Nebraska service, he has directed the Nebraska Archaeological Survey, taught 22 distinct anthropology courses, and coordinated major museum projects including the Native American gallery revisions and the "First Peoples of the Plains" exhibit.

Henrik Hovland Svensenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sedimentary Basin Processes
• Volcanology
• Fluid Flow in Geology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Henrik Hovland Svensen is a Professor at the University of Oslo specializing in crustal processes within sedimentary basins. He is affiliated with the Section for Crustal Processes and maintains an active research profile through the Department of Geosciences (inferred from geo.uio.no domain and geological building address). His educational background includes a Doctor of Science in Geology and Geochemistry from the University of Oslo (2000). Research focuses on metamorphic, volcanic, and fluid flow processes in sedimentary basins, with particular emphasis on Large Igneous Provinces (LIPs) and their links to environmental changes and mass extinctions. Key areas include hydrothermal vent complexes, gas venting mechanisms, contact metamorphism of shale, and sill emplacement dynamics across multiple geological periods (PETM, Toarcian, end-Permian, Triassic-Jurassic). Recent publications (2021-2025) reveal consistent thematic focus on LIP-sediment interactions, mercury cycling as a volcanic proxy, and climate impacts of thermogenic degassing. His work spans field studies in the Karoo Basin (South Africa), Vøring Basin (Norway), and East Siberia, utilizing geochemical and structural methodologies. Svensen leads multiple research projects including HOTMUD (hydrothermal systems), MAPLES (magma-sediment interactions), VICCO (CO 2 storage), and VIKINGS (volcanic impacts on Viking society). He contributes to research groups focused on CO 2 Storage and Crustal Processes, supervising graduate students through courses like GEO1100 (Earth Evolution), GEO4012 (Scientific Writing), and GEO4014 (Basin Analysis).

Kazimieras Černisمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Galactic structure
• Star formation
• Dust clouds
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kazimieras Černis serves as a Chief Researcher at the Institute of Theoretical Physics and Astronomy (ITPA) within the Faculty of Physics at Vilnius University. His work bridges observational astronomy with theoretical analysis of celestial phenomena, utilizing data from Lithuania's Moletai Astronomical Observatory and international collaborations. Research Focus Černis specializes in two primary research domains: galactic structure studies focusing on star formation and dust clouds in the Orion and Perseus arms of the Milky Way Galaxy, and solar system research centered on comets and asteroids. His galactic work involves analyzing interstellar extinction patterns and open star clusters using multicolor photometry and Gaia DR2 astrometric data. In planetary science, he determines precise orbital parameters for solar system objects discovered at Lithuanian observatories, including the transneptunian object (420356) Praamžius. Publication Trends His 2016-2022 publications reveal consistent dual-track research: galactic studies often involve collaborations with V. Straižys analyzing star clusters King 7, IC 1369, and IC 4996; while solar system work documents asteroid and comet discoveries from Moletai Observatory. His research methodology combines observational data with computational analysis to determine precise orbital mechanics and galactic structures, demonstrating Lithuania's integration into global astronomical research networks. Science Outreach Černis actively engages in science popularization through astronomy lectures at "Researchers' Nights" events at Moletai Astronomical Observatory, contributions to the periodical "Lietuvos dangus" (Lithuanian Sky), and interviews for the television program "Mokslo sriuba" (Science Soup), effectively translating complex astronomical concepts for public audiences.

Marius Maskoliūnasمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Stellar Astrophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marius Maskoliūnas is a Researcher at the Institute of Theoretical Physics and Astronomy (ITPA), Vilnius University. His scientific work focuses on astronomy and astrophysics, with research interests spanning stellar parameters, stellar remnants, interstellar dust and extinction, gravitational lensing, and photometric optical observations. Dr. Maskoliūnas contributes to the Polish–Lithuanian Black Hole hunt project (S-LL-19-2) funded by the Research Council of Lithuania. He teaches the "Electricity and Magnetism" course and actively participates in science popularization through events like "Erdvėlaivis Žemė" and "Studentas vienai dienai".

• Galactic open clusters
• Interstellar reddening and extinction
• Interstellar clouds
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Justas Zdanavičius is a Senior Researcher at the Institute of Theoretical Physics and Astronomy (ITPA) within Vilnius University's Faculty of Physics. His research spans multiple areas of observational astronomy and astrophysics with a focus on galactic structure and stellar phenomena. Dr. Zdanavičius specializes in galactic open clusters, interstellar reddening and extinction, interstellar clouds, stellar classification, black holes, galactic structure and evolution, and the search and positional observations of comets, asteroids and near-Earth objects. His work combines theoretical approaches with observational data from major astronomical surveys and missions, particularly utilizing Gaia mission data for precision astrometry and photometry. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on gravitational microlensing events, stellar cluster analysis, and interstellar medium studies. His research often involves multicolor photometry techniques and collaboration with international teams across Europe. The work shows consistent contributions to understanding galactic structure through observational astronomy, with particular emphasis on stellar populations and their environments. Dr. Zdanavičius is actively involved with the Molėtai Astronomical Observatory, which is mentioned in the institutional sidebar as part of the research infrastructure. His work on asteroids and near-Earth objects suggests involvement with observational programs at this facility.

• Geophysics
• Geochemistry
• Paleomagnetism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Courtney J. Sprain serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Florida, a position she began in fall 2020. She is establishing a dedicated 40 Ar/39 Ar geochronology laboratory within the department to support her research on Earth's historical evolution. Her research integrates geophysics and geochemistry to investigate Earth's most dramatic historical events, employing paleomagnetism, numerical geodynamo simulations, and 40 Ar/39 Ar geochronology. Key focus areas include long and short-term trends in Earth's magnetic field and their implications for deep interior evolution, alongside developing precise geochronologic constraints for pivotal events like mass extinctions. This work bridges surface and deep-Earth processes to reconstruct planetary development timelines. Dr. Sprain is actively recruiting graduate students for research in geochronology, paleomagnetism, and Earth History, with no current advisees named in the text. While no scientific awards or grants are specified, her laboratory development represents a significant institutional contribution. The geochronology lab under construction will enable high-precision dating crucial for understanding Earth's historical milestones and magnetic field behavior.

Danijela Dimitrijevićمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Paleontology
• Marine Ecology
• Coral Evolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Danijela Dimitrijević is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Chair of Palaeontology at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU). Her work focuses on the evolutionary and ecological dynamics of marine reef communities across deep time, particularly the morphological trait evolution of scleractinian corals and their responses to climate upheavals. Education: PhD in Paleontology (FAU, 2024) International Master in Geosciences: Palaeobiology (FAU, 2021) International Master in Applied Ecology (EMMC-IMAE, 2015) BSc in Geospatial and Environmental Science (University of Belgrade, 2011) Research Interests: Danijela investigates coral reef evolution , trait-based extinction risk , and marine community responses to hyperthermal events . Her projects integrate quantitative trait analysis (e.g., corallite size) with paleoclimatic data to assess long-term ecological resilience. She also co-developed the Ancient Reef Traits (ART) database for global reef-building organism data. Publication Trends: Recent work spans census-based reef carbonate production , bioerosion patterns in Triassic corals , and trait decoupling in extinction events . She emphasizes open science and data equity in paleontological research. Fieldwork & Collaboration: Active in field studies (e.g., Silurian reefs in Sweden) and international collaborations, Danijela bridges geological history with modern conservation challenges through interdisciplinary research and science communication initiatives.

• Anthropology
• Art History
• Visual Anthropology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Patrick Laviolette is a Researcher III at the Art History Seminar within the Faculty of Arts at Masaryk University, Brno. He maintains dual affiliation with the Center for Modern Art and Theory, focusing on interdisciplinary research bridging anthropology and art history. Holding dual doctoral degrees (PhDr. and PhD), his academic profile emphasizes theoretical and empirical investigations into cultural practices. His research spans: Marxist, feminist, and postcolonial frameworks in anthropology Temporal and embodied experiences in contemporary societies Museum studies and heritage politics Visual and digital anthropology Environmental anthropology and the Anthropocene Narrative and autobiographical methods Analysis of his 15 publications (2020-2025) reveals consistent engagement with decolonial perspectives in art collections, critical examinations of temporality (e.g., 'Calm Time 8/11/21', 'Thumb time'), and reinterpretations of classical anthropological figures (Firth, Douglas). His work frequently addresses museum contexts (Estonian National Museum), technological interfaces (Android Galaxies), and embodied practices within EU frameworks, demonstrating methodological innovation through soundscaping, autoethnography, and visual tools. As an active member of the Center for Modern Art and Theory, Laviolette contributes to collaborative research on modern art's theoretical foundations while maintaining strong ties to anthropological discourse through conference participation (NEC Annual, Hum03 panels) and journal editorial work.

Frederik Valeur Seersholmمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• ancient DNA
• plague
• Palaeopathology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Frederik Valeur Seersholm is an Assistant Professor at the University of Copenhagen's Globe Institute, specifically within the Section for Geogenetics. His research focuses on ancient DNA analysis to investigate historical disease patterns, kinship structures, and population dynamics across human history. Dr. Seersholm's educational background includes a PhD in Ancient Genomics from Curtin University (awarded September 4, 2020), a Master's in Molecular Biomedicine from the University of Copenhagen (awarded September 10, 2015), and a Bachelor's in Molecular Biomedicine from the same institution (awarded August 1, 2013). His research expertise spans ancient DNA techniques, plague evolution, Palaeopathology, and population genomics. His scholarly work demonstrates a strong focus on applying genomic approaches to archaeological questions, particularly examining how historical events like plague outbreaks shaped human populations. His publications in high-impact journals including Nature, Nature Communications, and Global Change Biology highlight his contributions to understanding disease evolution, human migration patterns, and ecological changes through ancient DNA analysis. Recent work includes groundbreaking research on repeated plague infections across Neolithic generations and the relationship between climate change and megafaunal extinctions. Dr. Seersholm's collaborative network extends across multiple disciplines, connecting genomics with archaeology, linguistics, and climate science to address complex questions about human history and ecological dynamics.

• palaeoclimatology
• geochemical techniques
• stable isotopes analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christoph Korte is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management within the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on reconstructing Earth's past climate and environmental conditions through geochemical analysis of sedimentary records, with particular expertise in stable isotope techniques applied to fossil carbonate shells. His educational background includes a Dipl. Geol. (1993), Ph.D. (1999), and Habilitation (2008, Priv. Doz.) from Ruhr-University Bochum and Freie Universität Berlin. His career path includes research positions at Ruhr-University Bochum, Netherlands Institute for Sea Research, University Innsbruck, University of Oxford, and Freie University Berlin before joining the University of Copenhagen in 2009. Korte's research centers on paleoclimatology using stable isotopes ($$\delta^{18}\text{O}$$, $$\delta^{13}\text{C}$$, $$^{87}\text{Sr}/^{86}\text{Sr}$$, $$\delta^{34}\text{S}$$) to reconstruct seawater temperatures and atmospheric $$\text{CO}_2$$ levels across geological time scales. His work spans mass extinction events including Permian/Triassic, Triassic/Jurassic, and Cretaceous/Paleogene boundaries, with notable discoveries regarding non-correlation between temperature fluctuations and $$\text{CO}_2$$ variations during certain geological periods. His recent publications reveal connections between volcanic activity, mercury cycling, and extinction events, particularly during the Ordovician-Silurian transition and Early Jurassic Karoo-Ferrar volcanism. His scientific network shows extensive international collaboration, with research output including 235 publications across journals, conference abstracts, book chapters, and reviews. Current research projects investigate orbital-scale climate changes during the Late Maastrichtian and chemostratigraphic signatures across major geological boundaries.

Judith Lochheadمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theory
• Musicology
• Contemporary Music Practices
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Judith Lochhead is a Professor in the Department of Music History & Theory at Stony Brook University. Her scholarship bridges music theory and musicology, focusing on contemporary practices in North America and Europe. Key Publications: Reconceiving Structure: New Tools in Music Theory and Analysis (2015), Music’s Immanent Future: Beyond Past and Present (2016, co-edited), and Sound and Affect: Sound, Music, World (2021, co-edited). Current Projects: Contributions to the Oxford Handbook of the Phenomenology of Music on Liza Lim’s Extinction Events and Dawn Chorus , a Festschrift for Leo Treitler in Musical Quarterly , and a queering analysis of Chaya Czernowin’s Anea Crystal . She teaches courses on rock/popular music, timbre analysis, new materialisms, and post-1945 performance practices. Her work intersects with interdisciplinary fields like affect theory and phenomenology, emphasizing innovative analytical frameworks. Lochhead's research has appeared in journals such as Music Theory Spectrum , Journal of the American Musicological Society , and Perspectives of New Music , as well as in edited collections like The Oxford Handbook on Spectral Music .

Eunice Loمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Climate Change and Health
• Extreme Weather Events
• Heatwaves
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Eunice Lo is a Senior Research Fellow in Climate Change and Health at the University of Bristol, holding dual affiliations with the Cabot Institute for the Environment and the Elizabeth Blackwell Institute for Health Research. She serves as an Honorary Academic Consultant at the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and contributes as a lead author to the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report Working Group I on Chapter 3: Human Influence on the Climate System. Her research centers on quantifying health impacts from climate-driven extreme weather events, particularly heatwaves and cold spells, using integrated climate-epidemiological modeling frameworks. She investigates mortality and morbidity mechanisms while developing policy-relevant adaptation strategies through collaborations with the Met Office, UKHSA, and local authorities across the UK, Canada, and South Africa. Her work bridges climate science with public health implementation to reduce climate vulnerability. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on heat stress metrics, Arctic climate-health linkages, and vulnerability mapping, with significant contributions to understanding humid-heat extremes, compound mortality events during pandemics, and transnational adaptation barriers. Geographical scope spans the UK, Western Pacific, Canada, and Ethiopia/Nepal, emphasizing localized policy translation. Dr. Lo's scientific recognition includes: The Emerging Leaders Prize (2024) for climate-health policy innovation The L F Richardson Award (2025) for atmospheric-clinical interdisciplinary research As Principal Investigator, she directs major grants including 'Weather Extremes and Human Morbidity in Health Observations' (2025-2026) and 'WAFERS: Weather Advisories Feasibility in South Africa' (2024-2025), while co-leading 'Translating Lived Experience of Heatwaves into Policy Action'. Her funding portfolio integrates climate modeling, epidemiological analysis, and community engagement across 10 completed and active projects. She maintains active roles in transdisciplinary networks through IPCC contributions, peer review for top meteorological journals, and public engagement on heatwave mortality risks, operating at the critical nexus of climate science and public health policy implementation.

• Evolutionary Paleobiology
• Isotope Paleoecology
• Paleoceanography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kazuyoshi Moriya is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences, specializing in evolutionary paleobiology, isotope paleoecology, and paleoceanography. His career spans over two decades, with a focus on understanding ancient marine ecosystems through biogeochemical proxies and microfossil analysis. Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. from Waseda and University of Tokyo Leadership roles in Japan Geoscience Union and Paleosciences Society His research bridges geological time scales with ecological dynamics, particularly examining photosymbiosis in planktonic foraminifera and its evolutionary implications. Recent work highlights two distinct photosymbiosis acquisition waves in foraminifera linked to Eocene extinction and Neogene cooling. He employs advanced isotopic sclerochronology to reconstruct marine paleoenvironments, including bivalve growth patterns and Anthropocene stratigraphy. Dr. Moriya has received multiple accolades, including the PSJ Academic Award (2021) and Best Paper Award (2017). His publications span leading journals like The ISME Journal , Science , and Nature Geoscience , reflecting interdisciplinary collaborations in marine biogeochemistry and tectonic studies. 2021: Palaeontological Society of Japan Academic Award 2017: Best Paper Award, Palaeontological Society of Japan 2015 & 2013: Outstanding Poster Presentation Awards

Ashley Dineenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Paleontology
• Paleocommunity Ecology
• Mass Extinctions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ashley Dineen serves as a Senior Museum Scientist (Invertebrates) at the University of California Museum of Paleontology (UCMP), University of California, Berkeley, where she conducts research on paleocommunity dynamics and environmental disturbances. Her academic background includes: B.S. in Geosciences from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee M.S. in Geosciences from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Postdoctoral research at the California Academy of Sciences Dr. Dineen's work centers on quantifying food web structures and trait space dynamics in marine paleocommunities during mass extinctions and climate transitions. Her fieldwork spans China, Italy, Argentina, and Western U.S. sites, with publications emphasizing functional diversity and ecological resilience. Recent articles (2019-2023) reveal consistent focus on marine fossil ecosystems—from Arctic Alaska gastropods to Pleistocene whale barnacles—and the ecological impacts of invasive species and extinction events across geological periods. She holds leadership roles in the Paleontological Society, having chaired the Cordilleran Section (2020-2024) and currently leading the Collections Committee (since 2025). Based at UCMP's Valley Life Sciences Building, she contributes to research collections while engaging in global paleontological collaborations.

Konstantina Agiadiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Restricted evaporitic basins
• Salt giants
• Marine ecosystems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Konstantina Agiadi is a Senior Postdoctoral Researcher and Principal Investigator at the Institute of Geology, University of Vienna. Her research focuses on reconstructing past marine ecosystems to understand how climate change and basin dynamics shape biodiversity over geological time scales. She combines fossil records with geochemical tools to investigate major events like the Messinian Salinity Crisis and their impacts on marine life. Dr. Agiadi's research interests center on restricted evaporitic basins and salt giants, past marine ecosystems and biodiversity, evolution of the biological carbon pump, and Cenozoic paleoclimate. Her work particularly examines how major geological events like the Messinian Salinity Crisis reshaped marine ecosystems, with a focus on fish otoliths as key paleoenvironmental indicators. She investigates how salinity fluctuations, climate change, and tectonic restriction affected Mediterranean biodiversity over millions of years. Analysis of Dr. Agiadi's recent publications reveals a strong focus on Mediterranean marine ecosystem dynamics across geological time scales, particularly examining the Late Miocene ecological crisis and its aftermath. Her work integrates multiple methodologies including fossil analysis, stable isotope geochemistry, and biomarker studies to reconstruct paleoenvironments and understand biodiversity responses to environmental stressors. A recurring theme is using deep-time analogues to inform contemporary marine conservation efforts. Dr. Agiadi currently supervises graduate students including Maria Valencia Marcos (researching stable isotopes in fish otoliths) and Barbara Vesely (studying Mediterranean bivalve fauna across the Late Miocene ecological crisis). She leads the ReMarE project (2022-2026), funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), which investigates the long-term impacts of combined climate and connectivity changes on marine ecosystem structure and function during the Late Miocene Mediterranean. She is also involved in the COST Action CA23124 (SaltAges), examining social, biological and climatic impacts of salt ages. Her research is conducted through fieldwork in Mediterranean locations including Crete, Zakynthos Island, and Cyprus, where she studies sedimentary sections documenting critical transitions in Mediterranean history. Dr. Agiadi collaborates extensively with international researchers across Europe, with particular connections to institutions in Spain, the Netherlands, and Greece.