جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Iain Fraserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agri-Environmental Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Economics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Iain Fraser is a faculty member at the University of Kent's School of Economics, holding the position of Professor of Agri-Environmental Economics. He obtained his PhD from the University of Manchester in 1992 and has held roles at institutions including the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, Imperial College, and La Trobe University in Australia. His research focuses on agri-environmental economics, biodiversity conservation, and applied econometrics. Current research projects include UKRI-funded initiatives on sustainable food systems and healthy diets. Fraser’s academic contributions span over 100 publications, with recent work addressing topics like wildlife trade dynamics, consumer preferences for food labeling, and pollinator deficit impacts. He leads the Professional Economics Degree Apprenticeship and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Q Open . His affiliations include the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE) and DEFRA's Economic Advisory Panel. Notable projects include BEESPOKE (pollination management) and studies on country-of-origin labeling. Fraser supervises PhD students researching topics such as elephant-human conflict and wine waste valuation. He has advised on DEFRA and FSA projects and contributed to policy analysis in environmental economics and agricultural policy. Fraser’s work integrates econometric methods with conservation challenges, emphasizing practical applications in policy and market design. His lab affiliations and editorial roles highlight his leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research at the intersection of economics and environmental science.

Tom Matthewsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Global Environmental Change
• Macroecology
• Biogeography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tom Matthews is an Associate Professor at the University of Birmingham , affiliated with the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences . His research focuses on global environmental change using macroecological , macroevolutionary , and biogeographical approaches , with a particular emphasis on island systems and bird communities . Education: DPhil, University of Oxford MSc (Distinction), University of Oxford BSc First Class Honors, University of Birmingham Research interests span island biogeography , conservation biogeography , and functional diversity in fragmented landscapes. His work investigates the impacts of human-driven extinctions , habitat fragmentation , and climate change on island ecosystems. Recent publications analyze bioTIME databases , AVONET datasets , and anthropogenic extinction cascades , highlighting trends in functional and phylogenetic diversity loss . Scientific contributions include authorship of two books: Species–Area Relationships (Cambridge University Press) and Island Biogeography (Oxford University Press). Awards include the NERC scholarship , Royal Geographical Society Awards , and Oxford’s Vice Chancellor’s Award . He supervises doctoral researchers in macroecology , island conservation , and global change biology , while teaching undergraduate modules in statistical ecology and conservation practices .

Sean R. Connollyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Marine Biology
• Biodiversity
• Coral Reef Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sean R. Connolly is a Research Professor at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) in Panama, where he leads the Connolly Lab focused on coral reef ecology and biodiversity dynamics. He joined STRI in late 2019 after approximately 20 years of research on Central Indo-Pacific coral reefs, and now directs his research toward the coral reefs of the Tropical East Pacific and Caribbean regions. Dr. Connolly's research interests center on understanding the mechanisms that maintain biodiversity in species-rich systems, particularly coral reefs. His work investigates how large numbers of species coexist despite similar resource requirements, what determines the commonness or rarity of different species, how fishing and marine reserves impact reef ecosystems, and how coral reefs respond to climate change. His approach combines empirical field studies with mathematical and statistical modeling across multiple spatial and temporal scales. His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on coral reef community dynamics, biodiversity patterns, climate change impacts, and fisheries management. Recent work increasingly addresses the effects of multiple stressors on reef ecosystems, with growing attention to the Tropical Eastern Pacific as a comparative natural laboratory. His collaborative research spans multiple institutions globally, reflecting the international nature of coral reef science. Dr. Connolly received his B.A. from Earlham College in 1994 and his Ph.D. from Stanford University in 1999. His educational background provided the foundation for his interdisciplinary approach that bridges theoretical ecology with practical conservation applications. His research program currently investigates reef ecosystems on both sides of the Isthmus of Panama, taking advantage of the dramatically different reef conditions in the Tropical East Pacific (where one coral group dominates marginal reef conditions) and the Caribbean (where former community dominants have collapsed to a fraction of historical abundances). This comparative approach provides unique insights into the mechanisms of biodiversity maintenance and ecosystem resilience.

Andrew Jacobsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• GIS
• Drones
• Conservation Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew Jacobson is an Associate Professor of GIS & Conservation at Catawba College, affiliated with the Department of Environment & Sustainability and the Center for the Environment . His career bridges geospatial technology with wildlife conservation, focusing on species distribution in human-impacted landscapes. Education: B.A. in Environmental Studies, St. Olaf College M.E.M. in Environmental Management, Nicholas School of the Environment Ph.D. in Geography, University College London His research explores the intersection of GIS, drones, and carnivore conservation , particularly for species like lions, cheetahs, and hyenas in East Africa. He investigates how human activities fragment habitats and affect large carnivore populations, while developing geospatial workflows to enhance conservation assessments. Recent publications highlight trends in species distribution modeling, biodiversity threat analysis, and policy critique . Notable topics include the limitations of the IUCN Red List, human-wildlife conflict in savannahs, and the role of geospatial tools in identifying low-impact zones for conservation. At Catawba College, Jacobson collaborates with students, faculty, and local organizations to advance conservation science. He previously served as a Science and Geospatial Advisor to the National Geographic Society, prioritizing global wild places for protection.

• Applied Probability
• Operations Research
• Computational Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hiroshi Toyoizumi is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Commerce and Graduate School of Accountancy, with a Ph.D. in Mathematical Physics from Waseda University. His work bridges Applied Probability , Operations Research , and Computational Biology , focusing on stochastic modeling across biological and network systems. Research Interests Stochastic Models in Biology : Analyzing social queues in hover wasps and meiotic DSB regulation using quasi-birth-death processes and survival analysis. Network Security : Modeling computer virus spread on scale-free networks and proposing active defense strategies. Queueing Theory : Developing analytical frameworks for on-demand streaming, quantum merging, and blockchain-based systems. Article Trends Recent work (2020-2024) explores nonlocal diffusion , quantum queueing , and swarm behavior in financial markets . Mid-2010s studies focus on cooperative breeding and DNA recombination dynamics . Early papers (pre-2010) examine computer virus ecology , secure group communication , and deterministic queue analysis . Scientific Awards Biotechno 2013 Best Paper Award IEICE Switching Workshop SSE Research Award (1999) IEICE Young Research Engineer Award (1997) Teaching Activities Graduate-level courses in Operations Research and Financial Engineering . Undergraduate and graduate seminars in Applied Mathematics and Probabilistic Models .

• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Management
• Policy Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Rick Horan is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics at Michigan State University (MSU), part of the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. He holds a Ph.D., M.A. from Pennsylvania State University, and dual B.S. degrees from Appalachian State University. His research focuses on environmental and natural resource economics, particularly the interplay between economic and ecological systems. Key areas include endangered species management, invasive species control, wildlife disease dynamics, and agricultural pollution policy. He has published in top journals like PNAS, American Economic Review, and the American Journal of Agricultural Economics. Horan has served as Managing Editor of Resource and Energy Economics (2010–13), Associate Editor roles for American Journal of Agricultural Economics and Natural Resource Modeling , and contributed to a National Academy of Sciences report on environmental policy. His teaching includes Advanced Natural Resource Economics and Microeconomic Theory analysis. Research highlights include modeling ecological thresholds, bioeconomic approaches to species management, and integrating human behavior into epidemiological models. His work has been featured in media outlets like The Economist and Forbes. Horan’s advising and grants focus on interdisciplinary solutions for environmental challenges. His labs and research teams address complex issues like agri-environmental service coordination and sustainable land-use strategies. Current research explores policy mechanisms for balancing economic activities with ecosystem preservation.

• Traumatic stress
• Psychoneuroimmunology
• Inflammation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Aoife O'Donovan, PhD is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine and a member of the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences. Her research focuses on understanding how psychological stress drives the development of mental and physical disorders, with particular emphasis on identifying the psychological and biological factors that account for the adverse effects of stress. Dr. O'Donovan's educational background includes a PhD in Clinical Psychobiology from University College Dublin, an MPsychSc in Health Psychology from National University of Ireland, Galway, and a BA in Psychology from University College Cork. She completed postdoctoral studies in Health Psychology at UCSF and in Trauma and PTSD at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System. Her research interests center on traumatic stress, psychoneuroimmunology, inflammation, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and autoimmune disorders. She leads the THRIVE Lab at UCSF and is Principal Investigator on multiple significant NIH-funded research projects, including 'Inflammatory challenge and fear extinction: A model to enhance understanding of posttraumatic stress disorder' (2024-2028) and 'Effects of inflammation on neural mechanisms of threat sensitivity in posttraumatic stress disorder' (2016-2021). Dr. O'Donovan's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the intersection of mental health and physical health outcomes, particularly examining how trauma exposure influences biological processes like inflammation, epigenetic aging, and immune function. Her work has increasingly incorporated psychedelic-assisted therapies and their applications for PTSD and other trauma-related conditions. Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research Elected Fellow (2024) American Psychosomatic Society Herbert Weiner Early Career Award (2019) Society of Biological Psychiatry Travel Fellowship Award (2018) International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies Chaim and Bela Danieli Young Professional Award (2018) University of California Hellman Fellowship Award (2017) Dr. O'Donovan is actively involved in mentoring faculty on career development and research projects. Her work spans multiple interdisciplinary areas including the Aging, Metabolism, and Emotion Center and The Translational Psychedelic Research Program at UCSF. She has contributed significantly to understanding the connections between psychological stress and physical health outcomes, with implications for developing targeted interventions to reduce the negative effects of stress.

Amy Angertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Species Geographic Distributions
• Climate Change Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amy Angert is a Professor in the Department of Botany at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Science. She holds a Canada Research Chair Tier 2 and is recognized as an Academy Member in Evolution and Ecology (2025). Dr. Angert joined UBC in 2012 after serving as an assistant professor at Colorado State University and completing postdoctoral research at the University of Arizona. Her academic journey includes a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis (1998) and a Ph.D. from Michigan State University (2005). Dr. Angert's research focuses on the evolutionary ecology of species' geographic distributions, investigating what limits adaptation at the edges of species' ranges, why closely related species vary dramatically in range size, and how ranges are likely to shift in response to climatic changes. Her lab combines experimental manipulations in the field and laboratory with observations of natural populations, utilizing tools from quantitative genetics and physiological ecology. Much of her work centers on species within the genus Mimulus (monkeyflowers) due to their ecological diversity, genomic resources, and ease of propagation. Her recent publications reveal strong patterns of climate-driven range shifts, evolutionary rescue during extreme drought events, and the role of biotic interactions in determining range dynamics. Dr. Angert's scientific contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards including election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Her work has significant implications for predicting species responses to climate change and informing conservation strategies. She leads an active research group with numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, fostering the next generation of evolutionary ecologists. Her lab maintains strong collaborative networks across institutions and has received consistent funding to support their innovative research on the mechanisms constraining species' distributions in a changing climate. Dr. Angert's work bridges theoretical and empirical approaches to understand the eco-evolutionary dynamics of range expansion and the consequences of divergence in niche properties for patterns of distribution and abundance.

Liza J. Shapiroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Primate Evolution
• Functional Morphology
• Primate Locomotion
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Liza J. Shapiro is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Texas at Austin, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts. Her research focuses on the functional morphology, ontogeny, and evolution of primate locomotion, employing quantitative comparative analysis of musculoskeletal systems in extant and extinct primates alongside biomechanical studies in both laboratory and field settings. Her work emphasizes the vertebral musculoskeletal system in primates and investigates quadrupedal locomotion mechanics. Recent publications explore lemur locomotor mechanics, wild primate limb kinematics, and the role of compliant substrates in augmenting leaping behavior. She has also contributed to debates on hominin locomotor evolution through fossil analysis. Shapiro teaches courses including Primate Anatomy , Biological Anthropology , and Primate Evolution , with active research programs involving collaborations with scholars like Andrew Barr and Brett Nachman. She contributes to the Academic Phylogeny of Biological Anthropology project and maintains field and laboratory research methodologies.

Damaris Zurellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Damaris Zurell is a Full Professor of Ecology/Macroecology at the University of Potsdam, leading an interdisciplinary research group focused on biodiversity responses to global change. She holds a PhD in Geoecology (2011) and MSc in Geoecology (2007), both from the University of Potsdam. Her career includes roles as a junior research group leader (2018–2023), postdoctoral researcher (2011–2018), and awards such as the 2024 Henriette-Herz Scout and 2008 Junior Scientist Award. Research Interests: Bridging theoretical ecology, conservation science, and predictive modeling, Prof. Zurell explores how biodiversity adapts to climate change, focusing on terrestrial ecosystems (birds, mammals, plants). Her work emphasizes spatial eco-evolutionary dynamics, species distribution modeling (SDMs), and invasive species management. Collaborative initiatives include ISIMIP (Terrestrial Biodiversity Sector Lead) and GEOBON’s biodiversity modeling working group. Publications & Trends: Recent work highlights SDM methodological advances, climate-driven range shifts, and niche dynamics in birds and plants. She prioritizes open science, co-developing tools like RangeShifter 2.0 and the ENM2020 course. Key Projects: DEBTs (detecting biodiversity drivers), NichePac (alien plant spread in the Pacific), BirdWatch (Copernicus-based habitat monitoring). Grants: DFG, HORIZON, and Swiss National Science Foundation-funded projects totaling over €10M. Labs & Teams: Her lab at the University of Potsdam collaborates globally, hosting postdocs, PhD students, and international fellows. Current openings include Humboldt Postdoc/Sabbatical positions focused on global change ecology.

Aleksandar Mijatovicمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Probability
• Stochastic Processes
• Mathematical Finance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Aleksandar Mijatović is a Professor of Probability at the Department of Statistics, University of Warwick, and Deputy Head of Department for Research. He was previously Chair in Probability at King's College London and Reader in Probability at Imperial College London. His research focuses on probability theory, stochastic processes, mathematical finance, numerical stochastics, and data science. He holds a Ph.D. in low-dimensional topology from Trinity College Cambridge and worked as a quantitative analyst in foreign exchange derivatives before academia. Research interests include stochastic analysis of processes with jumps, simulation methods (e.g., Monte Carlo), stochastic control, and applications in finance. He is a Fellow of the Alan Turing Institute and maintains a YouTube channel, Prob-AM, explaining his research. His work often bridges theoretical probability with practical applications in finance and data science. Key publications explore topics like reflected Brownian motion, Lévy processes, branching processes, and stochastic gradient descent. Collaborations with institutions like King’s College London and Imperial College London highlight his academic networks. His contributions span theoretical advancements and computational methodologies, with applications in risk management, option pricing, and algorithm development.

• Conservation Biology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Mammal Extinction Risk
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carlo Rondinini is a Full Professor of Zoology at Sapienza University of Rome and serves as Coordinator of the Global Mammal Assessment for IUCN. He has held visiting roles at the University of Southampton and the State University of New York. His research focuses on mammal extinction risk, spatial conservation prioritization, and biodiversity change scenarios. He leads global assessments for IPBES and CBD, and edits Conservation Biology . Awards include ISI Highly Cited Researcher (2018). Professional roles include Scientific Advisor at Rome Zoo and membership in national committees for research evaluation and academic appointments. Positions: Full Professor (Sapienza), European Regional Editor (Conservation Biology), IPBES Lead Author Key Projects: Global Mammal Red List, Biodiversity Scenario Modeling Research emphasizes integrating ecological data with policy through habitat mapping, climate change impacts, and conservation prioritization frameworks. His work bridges academic research with global conservation policy development. Awards: ISI Highly Cited Researcher (Clarivate Analytics) Committees: Board of Italian Society for Conservation Biology, Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei

Håvard Kauserudمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular ecology
• Evolutionary biology
• Fungal genetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Håvard Kauserud is a Professor at the Department of Genetics and Evolutionary Biology, University of Oslo. His research spans molecular ecology, evolutionary biology, and fungal genetics with a focus on mycorrhizal and endophytic fungi, climate change impacts, and habitat fragmentation effects. Section of Genetics and Evolutionary Biology Teaches advanced courses in fungal evolution and bioinformatics Research projects include: Molecular ecology of mycorrhizal fungi Speciation mechanisms in forest fungi Climate change effects on mushroom phenology Comparative genomics of Serpulaceae Endophytic fungi in boreal mosses Recent work explores fungal community dynamics across boreal forests, indoor mycobiomes, and genome expansion patterns in Mycena . Collaborative studies investigate arthropod dispersal of fungal spores, climate adaptation signatures, and trait-based fungal ecology databases.

Jarno Vanhataloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistics
• Probability
• Ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Jarno Vanhatalo is a Professor of Statistics at the University of Helsinki, serving as vice director of the Research Center for Ecological Change. He is affiliated with both the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and the Faculty of Science, where he leads the Environmental and Ecological Statistics Group. His work bridges advanced statistical methodology with pressing ecological and environmental challenges. His research focuses on the development and application of statistical models for ecological and environmental data. Key areas include: Bayesian statistics and hierarchical modeling Gaussian processes and spatial statistics Species distribution modeling Ecological risk assessment Climate change impact analysis Biodiversity monitoring and conservation Professor Vanhatalo's publication record shows a consistent focus on integrating sophisticated statistical methods with ecological applications. His recent work demonstrates increasing emphasis on climate change impacts on biodiversity, spatially explicit modeling of ecological processes, and the development of Bayesian methods for uncertainty quantification in environmental predictions. His research spans terrestrial and marine ecosystems, with particular attention to Nordic and Baltic regions. Among his notable contributions are advancements in: Joint species distribution modeling Bayesian calibration of environmental models Spatiotemporal survey design Model-based variance partitioning in ecological studies Statistical approaches to Arctic risk management Professor Vanhatalo has received significant research funding, including an ERC grant for "Predective Understanding of the effects" (2024-2029) and leadership roles in multiple Academy of Finland and EU-funded projects focused on biodiversity, ecological change, and risk management in polar waters. He actively contributes to the academic community through: Supervising doctoral students in Wildlife Biology and Mathematics and Statistics programs Serving on editorial boards for journals including Conservation Biology and Ecology Letters Peer reviewing for numerous statistical and ecological journals Organizing workshops on statistical methods in ecology

Fran Cabada-Blancoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Marine Conservation
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Coral Reef Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fran Cabada-Blanco is a Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead (Post Graduate Taught) at the University of Portsmouth's Faculty of Science & Health, affiliated with the School of the Environment and Life Sciences. Her research focuses on marine biodiversity conservation, integrating ecological and socio-economic approaches. She holds a Doctorate in conservation and marine resource management, emphasizing rare species monitoring and technology-driven ecological assessments. Her teaching responsibilities include coordinating MSc courses in Applied Aquatic Biology, Science Communication, and Ecological Research Methods. She contributes to undergraduate modules in Marine Ecology, Biogeography, and Ecophysiology. Her research spans coral reef dynamics, socio-ecological systems, and endangered species conservation. Recent work includes mangrove restoration strategies, coral reef health assessments in Venezuela, and softshell turtle conservation in India. She collaborates globally, with publications in Science of the Total Environment , PLoS One , and Frontiers in Marine Science . Her contributions include over 17 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on marine biodiversity, conservation frameworks, and ecosystem resilience. She is affiliated with the Centre for Blue Governance, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions for marine sustainability.