جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Climate Change Research
• Climate Risk Assessment
• Natural Capital Assessment
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Nicole Forstenhäusler is a Research Fellow and Senior Research Associate at the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, University of East Anglia. She is also a member of the Centre for Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences Climatic Research Unit and the Environmental Social Sciences group at UEA. Her work focuses on climate change impacts, risk assessment, and adaptation strategies across multiple international contexts. Her key research interests include: Climate change risk assessment and modeling Natural capital and biodiversity conservation under climate change Climate adaptation strategies and resilience planning Development and application of climate projection datasets Global warming impacts on ecological systems Forstenhäusler has been instrumental in developing the Wallace-pARCs Database, a free-access resource for climate change impact assessment. Her research output demonstrates a consistent focus on quantifying climate risks across different warming scenarios (1.5°C to 4°C), with particular attention to biodiversity losses and natural capital degradation. Her methodological approaches often involve bias-corrected climate projections and cross-country comparative analyses. Her work has received significant academic and public attention, with publications being cited in policy documents and picked up by numerous news outlets. The research has substantial real-world implications for climate adaptation planning and biodiversity conservation efforts globally. Forstenhäusler has been involved in major research projects including the NERC-funded 'Impacts and Risk Assessment to better inform Resilience Planning' (2019-2020), demonstrating her capacity to contribute to large-scale, policy-relevant climate research initiatives.

Israel Liberzonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Functional Neuroimaging
• Stress-Related Disorders
• PTSD Biology
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Israel Liberzon, MD, is a Distinguished University Professor and founding Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Texas A&M University. He previously held endowed professorships at the University of Michigan, where he established the PTSD program at the Ann Arbor VAMC. His research focuses on neurobiological mechanisms of stress and PTSD, integrating neuroimaging, genetics, and neuroendocrine approaches. He leads major consortia like ENIGMA-PTSD and has pioneered translational studies in trauma-related disorders. Dr. Liberzon has secured continuous NIMH, VA, and DoD funding, published over 320 papers, and mentored numerous academic leaders. Education: MD from Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University (1986). Research Interests: Functional neuroimaging of emotional processing, stress dysregulation pathways, and development of PTSD biomarkers. His work explores neural circuits underlying fear extinction, HPA axis dysfunction, and cortico-limbic connectivity disruptions in trauma survivors. He employs both human neuroimaging and preclinical models to bridge translational gaps. Key Contributions: Developed predictive models for PTSD using machine learning (ENIGMA consortium), identified novel DNA methylation biomarkers, and pioneered morning light therapy for amygdala reactivity reduction. His work established that early neurocognitive assessments predict chronic PTSD risk with 80% accuracy. Grants & Leadership: Holder of multiple NIMH R01 grants, VA Merit awards, and DoD contracts. Directed the Psychiatric Affective Neuroimaging Lab and Stress Neurobiology Laboratory. Currently leads Texas Youth Depression and Suicide Research Network (TX-YDSRN). Labs/Teams: Heads Texas A&M's PTSD neuroimaging program and collaborates with Ohio Army National Guard Mental Health Initiative. Coordinates ENIGMA-PGC consortium for large-scale PTSD imaging studies.

Irmgard Greilhuberمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fungal Taxonomy
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Mycology
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Irmgard Greilhuber is an Associate Professor in the Department of Botany and Biodiversity Research at the University of Vienna's Faculty of Life Sciences. Her work focuses on fungal taxonomy, biodiversity conservation, and the impacts of climate change on mycological ecosystems. She leads projects like the 'Global Spore Sampling Project' and contributed to the Austrian Red List of Fungi. Her research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to biodiversity preservation. Key projects include the 2013-2016 Borkenbewohnende Dothideomy grant and collaborative studies on airborne fungal DNA dynamics. Her expertise spans species discovery (e.g., new Volvariella species in Pakistan), secondary metabolite analysis (Hypoxylaceae compounds), and phylogenetic studies of macrofungi across Europe. Education: Doctorate in Botany (university unspecified) Grants: €-funded Dothideomy project (2013-2016) Collaborations: International networks on aerobiology and fungal conservation She actively participates in citizen science initiatives like Pilzfinder and contributes to global biodiversity databases. Her lab focuses on integrative taxonomy, combining morphological and molecular approaches to resolve species complexes.

Peter B. Sunderlandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fire Dynamics
• Combustion
• Soot Formation and Oxidation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Peter B. Sunderland is a Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Fire Protection Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park. He also holds affiliate roles in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering, and is a Keystone Professor in the College of Engineering. His research focuses on fire dynamics, combustion physics, and microgravity flame behavior, with applications in fire safety, thermal protection systems, and aerospace engineering. Education: Ph.D. (Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan, 1995), M.S. (Mechanical Engineering, University of Massachusetts, 1986), B.S. (Mechanical Engineering, Cornell University, 1983) Affiliations: Center for Risk and Reliability, Robert E. Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices Notable Projects: ISS-based flame studies, flammable refrigerant safety, and wildfire ember ignition analysis His research interests include soot formation and oxidation, flame quenching mechanisms, and the combustion behavior of gaseous and condensed fuels under varied conditions (e.g., microgravity, pressure extremes). Sunderland has pioneered the use of porous burners to emulate condensed fuel burning and has contributed to advancements in firebrand ignition modeling and thermal sensor technology. Awards include the 2021 Fellowship of the Combustion Institute and the 2020 Philip Merrill Presidential Scholars Faculty Mentor Award. His work has been supported by NASA, NSF, and industry partners like Underwriters Laboratories. Teaching responsibilities include courses on fire dynamics, fire protection fluid mechanics, and professional development in engineering. His research has led to over 100 peer-reviewed articles and collaborations with international space agencies and fire safety organizations.

• Plant Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Genetics
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Dr. Tianhua He serves as an Adjunct Research Fellow at the School of Molecular and Life Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Curtin University, Perth, Australia. His research activities are centered in Room 224 of the Applied Science Building (Building 311) on the Curtin Perth campus, where he maintains active laboratory and computational research operations. His research portfolio spans multiple interconnected domains: Evolutionary adaptations to fire in Proteaceae and other fire-prone ecosystems Genomic architecture of crop adaptation, particularly in barley Plant ecology and community assembly in biodiversity hotspots Statistical and methodological approaches in ecological research Conservation genetics of endangered plant species Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal a strategic research trajectory integrating classical plant ecology with cutting-edge genomics. His work demonstrates consistent leadership in elucidating fire adaptation mechanisms across geological timescales while simultaneously applying genomic insights to contemporary crop improvement challenges. Notable trends include increasing international collaboration networks, methodological innovations in statistical ecology, and translational applications of basic research to agricultural sustainability. Dr. He maintains extensive research partnerships across global institutions, particularly with Australian universities and international consortia focused on plant genomics and ecological resilience. His collaborative approach is evidenced by frequent multi-institutional publications with large author teams addressing complex questions in plant evolution and crop science.

Samuel Márquezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Craniofacial Anatomy
• Human Evolution
• Primate Anatomy
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Samuel Márquez is a Professor in the Departments of Cell Biology and Otolaryngology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. He serves as Co-Director of Anatomy for the College of Medicine and Director of Anatomy for the School of Health Professions, while also overseeing the Anatomical Donor Program. His academic leadership extends to committee roles including the Admissions Committee, Dean’s Council, and Chair of the Committee on Academic & Professional Qualifications (CAPQ). Dr. Márquez is a functional craniofacial comparative anatomist specializing in the evolution of the nose, paranasal sinuses, and nasopharynx, with direct clinical applications for sinusitis. His research employs gross dissection, morphometrics, and advanced CT/MR imaging to analyze living and extinct primates and mammals. Key research themes include: Evolutionary adaptations of upper respiratory structures in hominins, great apes, and terrestrial mammals Clinical correlations for sinusitis diagnostics and therapeutics Developmental patterns influencing otitis media susceptibility Paleoanthropological investigations of Neanderthal and Homo erectus specimens Collaborations span globally with institutions like Johns Hopkins, Icahn School of Medicine, and international researchers in France, Switzerland, and Spain. His publication record reflects interdisciplinary work across anatomy, evolution, and clinical medicine. Recent articles (2021-2022) focus on 3D sinus development, nasopharyngeal evolution, Pleistocene hominin morphology, and vascular anatomy for surgical planning. Earlier landmark studies established Neanderthal respiratory adaptations and Egyptian mummy sinus analysis. Research is funded by NSF and NIH grants. Awards recognizing his contributions include: Special Partner in Medical Education Award (Mount Sinai, 2007) Best Paper Award in Anatomical Record (2008) Center of Anatomy and Functional Morphology’s Excellence in Medical Education Award Dedication Service and Mentorship Recognition Award (2019) As an educator, Dr. Márquez has mentored over 215 medical students and 9 allied health students, resulting in conference presentations and publications. He pioneered Dyad Pedagogy in anatomy instruction and directs outreach programs for underrepresented students. He secured American Association for Anatomy grants (2010, 2012) for educational initiatives reaching high school to postgraduate learners. His laboratory provides hands-on anatomical training disrupted during COVID-19.

James Boyleمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Paleontology
• Geology
• Extinction Risk
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James Boyle is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University at Buffalo, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on extinction risk analysis and quantitative biostratigraphy, utilizing fossil records to study evolutionary patterns. Education: PhD in Graptolite Paleobiology (2018) His work integrates computational methods with traditional paleobiology to refine geological time correlations, particularly examining graptoloids and arthrodire placoderms. Recent publications explore geographic range metrics, Devonian marine extinctions, and phylogenetic relationships. Teaching includes courses on natural hazards, geochemistry, and macroevolution. Contact: 453 Cooke Hall | (716) 645-4293 | jamesboy@buffalo.edu

Kai Casparمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sensory Biology
• Behavior of Subterranean Mammals
• Gibbon Cognition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kai Caspar is a Lecturer in the Department of General Zoology at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf since February 2023. His research focuses on sensory biology, behavior of subterranean mammals, and cognition of small apes. He works within the Faculty of Biology and collaborates with Sabine Begall's Lab. 2019-2022: Doctoral studies in Zoology, Comparative Sensory Biology at University of Duisburg-Essen 2016-2018: Master's degree in Organismic Biology, Evolutionary Biology and Paleobiology at University of Bonn 2013-2016: Bachelor's degree in Biology at University of Duisburg-Essen Dr. Caspar's research spans multiple areas of vertebrate biology, with particular emphasis on subterranean mammals like mole-rats (Bathyergidae) and small apes (Hylobatidae). His work on sensory biology explores magnetoreception, auditory systems, and visual adaptations in these specialized animals. In primatology, he investigates gibbon cognition, communication, and the evolution of human eye morphology. His interdisciplinary approach combines field studies, laboratory experiments, and comparative analyses to understand evolutionary adaptations. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on sensory biology across diverse taxa, with particular attention to subterranean mammals and primates. Key themes include evolutionary adaptations to specialized environments, comparative cognition across species, and the biological basis of communication systems. His work often bridges traditional disciplinary boundaries, connecting mammalogy, sensory ecology, and evolutionary anthropology to address fundamental questions about adaptation and behavior. Dr. Caspar has been recognized with the Fritz-Frank-Award of the German Society for Mammalian Biology for his contributions to mammalogy research. Fritz-Frank-Award of the German Society for Mammalian Biology As a lecturer at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Dr. Caspar contributes to teaching in the Department of General Zoology. His research is conducted primarily through collaborations with Sabine Begall's Lab, focusing on sensory biology and behavior of specialized mammals. His extensive publication record demonstrates active research in comparative sensory biology and primatology. Dr. Caspar works within Sabine Begall's Lab at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, collaborating with researchers across multiple institutions on projects related to sensory biology, mammalogy, and primatology. His work involves both field studies of wild populations and controlled laboratory experiments.

Andrea Eversمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Behavioral Medicine
• Psychoneurobiology
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Andrea Evers is Professor of Health Psychology at Leiden University and holds a Medical Delta professorship across Leiden University, TU Delft, and Erasmus University Rotterdam, focusing on the theme 'Healthy Society'. Institute of Psychology, Leiden University Medical Delta Healthy Society program Center for Interdisciplinary Placebo Studies (IPS) founder Her research emphasizes psychoneurobiological factors in health and disease, particularly placebo/nocebo effects , stress mechanisms , and expectation-driven outcomes . She develops eHealth interventions for chronic conditions and leads the e-Coach program for tailored cognitive-behavioral care. Her work spans dermatology, cardiology, and rheumatology contexts, integrating virtual reality and e-learning tools to optimize communication and treatment. Recent publications highlight her expertise in placebo generalization , nocebo extinction , eHealth implementation, and stress-itch interactions . She received the Stevin Prize for knowledge exchange and leads interdisciplinary teams in the BENEFIT consortium for cardiovascular lifestyle support and the IPS research group on placebo effects.

Ludovica Oddiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Environmental Botany
• Plant Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
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Ludovica Oddi is a Research Fellow at the Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, University of Turin, specializing in environmental botany (BIO/03) with a focus on climate change impacts on alpine and Mediterranean ecosystems. Her work integrates field studies, remote sensing, and collaborative networks to address biodiversity conservation and ecosystem dynamics. Her research interests include: Climate-driven vegetation shifts in mountain grasslands Carbon sequestration responses to heat/drought extremes Remote sensing applications (UAVs, phenocams) for ecosystem monitoring Mycorrhizal symbiosis and medicinal plant physiology Implementation of conservation frameworks like IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Woody encroachment dynamics in subalpine habitats Analysis of her 14 publications (2017-2022) reveals a consistent emphasis on climate change impacts using multi-scale monitoring approaches. Her work demonstrates strong European collaboration through networks like GLORIA ITALIA, with recurring themes of thermophilization, ecosystem heterogeneity, and socio-ecological vulnerability in alpine regions. Key methodological innovations include UAV-based mapping and quantitative microscopy techniques. Ludovica Oddi actively contributes to the MITEX project (PRIN PNRR 2022) addressing glacier extinction impacts and serves on the Departmental Council and Environmental Biology program committees for job placement and quality assurance.

Darcy Birdمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Archaeology
• Socio-Ecological Systems
• Paleodemography
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Darcy Bird is a Researcher at the University of Florida, affiliated with the Florida Museum of Natural History. He earned his PhD in Anthropology at Washington State University under Dr. Tim Kohler and collaborates with Dr. Nicolas Gauthier. Bird serves as Data Steward for the p3k14c global radiocarbon database, Liaison for the PEOPLE3000 Early Career Network, and a member of PAGES. His research integrates computational archaeology, socio-ecological systems, and paleodemography to study human population dynamics across millennia. Key themes include the Agricultural Demographic Transition, human-environment interactions in the American Southwest, and global analyses of population density. Bird's work employs large radiocarbon datasets, dendrochronology, and Bayesian modeling to evaluate stability, resilience, and collapse in prehistoric societies. Recent publications highlight Bird's interdisciplinary approach, spanning climate modeling with machine learning (2024) settlement persistence in the Mesa Verde region (2024) wealth inequality in prehispanic societies (2023) radiocarbon-database development (2022) landscape engineering impacts (2021) and global paleo-demographic trends (2020) . Bird's methodological contributions include synthesizing radiocarbon datasets, validating demographic proxies, and proposing frameworks for understanding population stability. His findings suggest agricultural societies, while stable under normal conditions, face vulnerabilities during rare environmental shocks, contrasting with the flexibility of hunter-gatherer systems. He also explores unconventional topics like space debris dynamics, reflecting broader interests in sustainability and collapse mechanisms.

Barry Kosofskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Pediatric Neurology
• Gene Therapy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Barry Kosofsky is a Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College, affiliated with the Brain and Mind Research Institute, and holds appointments in the Departments of Neuroscience, Neurology, Pediatrics in Radiology, and Pediatrics. His work focuses on neurodevelopmental disorders, prenatal drug exposure, gene therapy for neurodegenerative diseases, and neuroimaging. Research interests include: Neurodevelopmental consequences of prenatal cocaine and alcohol exposure CLN2 (Batten Disease) pathophysiology and gene therapy Neuroimaging biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases Dopamine signaling and behavioral epigenetics Recent publications highlight advances in adeno-associated virus gene delivery for CLN2 disease, metabolomic profiling of cerebrospinal fluid in neurodegenerative disorders, and neurobehavioral impacts of prenatal drug exposure. Key awards include the NINDS Child Neurologist Career Development Program grant. He directs preclinical studies on neurotoxicology and clinical research on pediatric stroke and autism diagnostics. External relationships include leadership and proprietary interests in ANSwers Neuroscience, Inc. and B2D2, Inc.

Romana Limbergerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biodiversity
• Evolutionary Biology
• Environmental Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Romana Limberger is a Researcher at the Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies, University of Zurich. Her work focuses on biodiversity maintenance in changing environments using aquatic protists as model organisms. She investigates how ecological and evolutionary processes interact to influence ecosystem predictability. 2020–present: Oberassistent, University of Zurich 2019–2020: Postdoc at University of Innsbruck 2017–2019: Postdoc at University of Innsbruck 2015–2017: Postdoc at Eawag 2014–2015: Postdoc at University of Salzburg 2012–2014: Postdoc at McGill University Her research explores the interplay between evolution, dispersal, and ecological dynamics in multi-trophic metacommunities, emphasizing adaptation in deteriorating environments and the role of biodiversity in ecosystem resilience. Recent publications highlight her focus on thermal performance, predator-prey interactions, and spatial insurance mechanisms. Key themes include climate change impacts, functional diversity, and eco-evolutionary dynamics in aquatic systems. Romana Limberger has not been publicly associated with scientific awards in the provided texts. No student advisement or grant details are mentioned in the available information.

Tobias Andermannمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Biodiversity
• Bioinformatics
• Environmental DNA
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tobias Andermann is a DDLS Fellow and Principal Investigator at Uppsala University's Evolutionary Biology Centre (EBC), affiliated with SciLifeLab. His research develops quantifiable biodiversity metrics to address the global biodiversity crisis through environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling and machine learning integration. His work focuses on Biodiversity , Bioinformatics , and Environmental DNA analysis, with expertise in Machine Learning , Remote Sensing , and Spatial Analysis . He pioneers eDNA protocols to reconstruct species diversity across the tree of life—particularly for fungi, insects, and protists—using satellite imagery and airborne laser-scan data to model biodiversity patterns. Publications reveal a strong emphasis on deep learning applications for biodiversity assessment, including extinction risk modeling (IUCNN), habitat evolution analysis, and human impact quantification on mammalian diversity. His work bridges computational methods with ecological data to create actionable conservation metrics. Scientific awards: DDLS Fellowship As Principal Investigator, Andermann mentors PhD students Adrian Baggström and Monica Guilera Recoder, and Master's student Mirjam Lichtner. His research receives primary support from SciLifeLab's Digital and Data-Driven Science program, enabling collaborations with taxonomic experts for comprehensive eDNA analysis. His research group at the Evolutionary Biology Centre builds biodiversity databases by integrating eDNA samples with biotic/abiotic predictors, developing machine learning models to predict species distributions and extinction risks while addressing overlooked taxonomic groups through specialized lab protocols.

Ashley Hugginsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Anxiety Disorders
• Fear Conditioning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ashley Huggins serves as Assistant Professor and Clinical Director of the Cognition, Affect, and Traumatic Stress (CATS) Lab in the Department of Psychology at the University of Arizona, where she teaches advanced courses in abnormal psychology and cognitive neuroscience using cutting-edge neuroimaging methodologies. Education B.A., University of Southern California M.S., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Clinical Internship in Neuropsychology, Charleston Consortium (Medical University of South Carolina and Charleston VA Medical Center) Research Focus Her work investigates the neurobiological mechanisms of PTSD and anxiety disorders through fear conditioning paradigms and structural/functional MRI , with particular emphasis on brain-based risk factors, resilience in older adults, and socioenvironmental impacts like community violence exposure. She explores critical intersections between cognitive and emotional processes in trauma-exposed populations, utilizing large-scale multi-site collaborations to identify neural biomarkers. Publication Trends Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate heavy involvement with the ENIGMA-PGC PTSD consortium, featuring mega-analyses of cerebellar volume reductions, resting-state connectivity disruptions, and differential effects of childhood trauma subtypes. Her work consistently applies data-driven computational approaches to neuroimaging data, revealing how neighborhood disadvantage, threat exposure, and social support modulate neural fear circuits and PTSD symptomatology across diverse populations. Laboratory Leadership As director of the CATS Lab, she oversees research examining neural substrates of traumatic stress through high-resolution fMRI (including 7T studies), fear generalization experiments, and longitudinal assessments of trauma recovery, with direct clinical applications for PTSD treatment development.