جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jessica Glassمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fisheries Genetics
• Fisheries Conservation
• Fisheries Ecology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Jessica Glass is an Assistant Professor at the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences , University of Alaska Fairbanks. Her research focuses on integrating genomic tools with environmental data to address conservation and management challenges for marine and freshwater species. She specializes in population genomics, phylogenomics, and biogeography of fishes and invertebrates, with an emphasis on climate resilience and anthropogenic stressors. Education : Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Yale University (2019) M.S. in Fisheries, University of Alaska Fairbanks (2014) B.S. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Yale University (2010) Research Interests : Genomic underpinnings of migration and climate adaptation Biodiversity patterns in marine and freshwater ecosystems Application of environmental DNA (eDNA) and transcriptomics Conservation genetics of vulnerable species Recent Publications : Her work spans marine fish phylogeny, Indigenous partnerships in biodiversity sequencing, and seascape genomics applications. Recent studies include taxonomic revisions of South African fish species and genome assembly of key teleost species like the bluefin trevally. Awards : NSF DDIG Fellow (2017) USAID Research and Innovation Fellow (2014–2016) NSF GRFP Fellow (2011–2016) Advising & Teams : CURRENT STUDENTS: Sydney Almgren, Sujung Chung, Sof Fox, Maris Goodwin, Rachel Lekanoff, Cheyenne Stirek POSTDOCS: Yin-Chen Hsieh, Laura Timm AFFILIATION: South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity Labs & Projects : She leads the lab website and participates in the Alaska NSF EPSCoR Fire and Ice Project focusing on coastal margins.

Paulo A.V. Borgesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Island macroecology
• Biogeography
• Island arthropod ecology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Paulo A.V. Borges is an Associate Professor at the University of Azores, Portugal, and a leading figure in island macroecology and biogeography. His research focuses on understanding pathways impacting oceanic indigenous assemblages under global change, emphasizing arthropod biodiversity conservation. He has contributed to global biodiversity databases such as GBIF, IUCN Red Listing, and the Azorean Biodiversity Portal—a key e-infrastructure associated with LIFE-Watch. Borges has published 231 Scopus-indexed papers (h-index 39) and 21 books, including biodiversity assessments for the Azores and Madeira archipelagos. Scientific Contributions and Awards 2019: IUCN SSC Chair's Citation of Excellence 2010: Honorable Mention in BES Biodiversity Prize 2008: Honorable Mention in BES Biodiversity Award He has coordinated 40 projects (12 international, 12 national, 16 regional) and secured approximately €900,000 in FCT funding. Borges has supervised 24 postdocs, 14 PhD students, and 32 MSc students, with current mentorship of 4 postdocs and 7 PhD candidates. Research Trends His recent publications emphasize island biogeography, biodiversity crisis, and conservation strategies. Articles analyze species turnover, climate change impacts, macroevolution integration, and data-deficient biodiversity. Subfields include habitat filtering, invasive species, ecological modeling, and global island monitoring schemes. Labs and Collaborations Borges leads the Azorean Biodiversity Portal, a major platform for island biodiversity research. His work spans collaborative networks addressing conservation, taxonomy, and ecological data integration across Macaronesian and other island ecosystems.

• Literature Studies
• Contemporary Irish Literature
• Galician Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Manuela Palacios González is a Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Department of English and German Philology under the Faculty of Philology. She is part of the Humanities Research Institute (iHUS) and the research group DI-1924 focused on discourse and identity. Her work bridges Galician and Irish literary studies, emphasizing ecocriticism, gender studies, and translation. She earned her doctorate in 1991 with a thesis on Virginia Woolf and painting. Education: Doctorate: University of Santiago de Compostela (1991), Thesis: Virginia Woolf and Painting Research Interests: Her scholarship explores contemporary Irish and Galician literature, ecocritical frameworks in poetry, and gendered representations in transnational contexts. She has published extensively on ecofeminism, translation methodologies, and the intersection of nature and identity in literary works. Recent work includes studies on migratory narratives and the symbolic use of animals in feminist poetry. Professional Roles: Since 2020, she has served as a member of the College of Expert Reviewers for the European Science Foundation, reflecting her recognized expertise in interdisciplinary humanities research. Publications Trends: Her articles (1993–2023) consistently engage with transnational literary connections, ecological themes, and feminist critiques. Recent outputs highlight ecofeminist analysis and the evolving role of poetry in addressing environmental and social crises.

• Phylogenetics
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Mathematical Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kristina Wicke is an Assistant Professor in Mathematical Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). Her research focuses on phylogenetics, biodiversity conservation, and mathematical biology, with particular emphasis on phylogenetic networks and evolutionary analysis. She collaborates on projects funded by the Royal Society Te Apārangi, including the 2023 grant investigating 'The tree complexity of reticulate evolution.' Dr. Wicke's work bridges combinatorial mathematics and biology, addressing challenges in phylogenetic tree balance, network optimization, and biodiversity indices. Key contributions include analyses of Fair Proportion Index robustness, cophenetic indices for network balance, and algorithmic approaches to phylogenetic network reconstruction (e.g., NANUQ+). Her research output includes 29 peer-reviewed articles across 2017–2025. Notable projects involve quantifying tree balance, bounding parsimony scores, and exploring network topology's implications for evolutionary models. She co-led a federal grant examining reticulate evolution's tree complexity and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives merging computational methods with ecological conservation.

Tracey Chapmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Genetics
• Sexual Selection
• Sexual Conflict
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tracey Chapman is a Professor of Evolutionary Genetics at the University of East Anglia's School of Biological Sciences, serving as Deputy Head. She holds additional roles including ESEB President (2023-2025) and Deputy Chair of the BBSRC Panel C Responsive Mode. Her research focuses on evolutionary genetics, particularly sexual conflict, sexual selection, and seminal fluid proteins in fruitflies, with applications to pest control. She leads a lab combining classical genetics, genomics, and behavioral studies to explore male-female interactions and their evolutionary implications. Educational Background: PhD in Zoology from the University of Edinburgh (1992) and BSc in Applied Biology from the University of Bath (1989). She has held roles including Royal Society University Research Fellow (1998-2007) and Reader positions at UEA and University College London. Research Interests include the genetic basis of sexual conflict, role of gut microbiota, dietary adaptation, and epigenetic effects. Current projects involve transgenerational epigenetic effects and socio-sexual responses. She collaborates with institutions like Cornell University and the University of Leeds. Her lab hosts postdocs and technicians funded by NERC/BBSRC grants, focusing on fertility proteins and social ageing. Teaching spans evolutionary medicine, genetics, and behavioral ecology. She advises PhD students on projects like gene drives and dietary choice effects. Grants include funding from Leverhulme Trust and BBSRC. Awards and Recognition: Not explicitly listed, but her extensive publications and leadership roles highlight her contributions to evolutionary biology.

Stephan Miedlمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Clinical Psychology
• Psychopathology
• Neuroscience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephan Miedl is a Senior Scientist in the Department of Psychology , Faculty of Social Sciences , at the University of Salzburg . His research focuses on the neural and psychological mechanisms underlying trauma responses, fear conditioning, and pain processing. Specializations: Clinical Psychology, Psychopathology, Neuroscience, Trauma Studies, Cognitive Therapy, Pain Research Research Trends (based on publications): Analysis of intrusive memories, dissociation during trauma, hormonal influences on stress responses, and neural correlates of fear extinction. His work integrates neuroimaging and psychophysiological methods to understand trauma-related disorders. Publications span experimental psychology, clinical neuroscience, and behavioral research, with a focus on trauma, PTSD, and pain mechanisms. Notable collaborations include studies on estradiol's role in trauma and interventions for reducing intrusions.

James Lamsdellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Paleobiology
• Paleontology
• Arthropods
• +۶ مورد دیگر

James Lamsdell is an Associate Professor of Paleobiology in the Department of Geology and Geography at West Virginia University, a public R1 institution established in 1867. His research integrates paleontology, phylogenetics, and macroevolution to study aquatic arthropods, particularly marine chelicerates like eurypterids (sea scorpions) and xiphosurans (horseshoe crabs). He focuses on heterochrony, mass extinctions, and ecological shifts, combining morphometric and phylogenetic analyses to uncover evolutionary patterns. Research Focus: Macroevolution, phylogenetic paleoecology, lagerstätten studies, and heterochrony in arthropods. Labs: Leads the Paleobiology Lab at WVU, specializing in fossil imaging, preparation, and computational analysis. Grants: NSF CAREER award (2020-2026) for environmental drivers of morphological change; NSF award (2023-2026) for studying Paleozoic echinoderm evolutionary modes. Key Projects: Describing new eurypterid species, analyzing ontogeny in chelicerates, and investigating Devonian extinction impacts in the Appalachian Basin. Recent Publications emphasize phylogenetic frameworks, heterochrony quantification, and exceptional fossil preservation across Silurian, Devonian, and Carboniferous periods. His work bridges evolutionary theory with empirical fossil data, offering insights into extinction selectivity and adaptive innovation. Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER award (2020).

Julie Bestonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wildlife Biology
• Conservation Biology
• Quantitative Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julie Beston is an Associate Professor in the Biology Department at the University of Wisconsin-Stout's College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Management. She specializes in wildlife biology, conservation, and quantitative ecology, with a focus on human impacts on wildlife populations through activities like wind energy development and habitat restoration. Education: Ph.D. in Wildlife Biology from the University of Montana Research Focus: Wind energy impacts on raptors and bats, population modeling, and habitat management Teaching: Biostatistics, ecology, and wildlife conservation courses emphasizing hands-on learning Her publications analyze demographic vulnerabilities of wildlife species to wind turbines, develop assessment frameworks for renewable energy impacts, and explore conservation strategies for migratory species. While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided text, her work contributes significantly to sustainable energy and biodiversity conservation policy. She has not explicitly mentioned advising students or leading specific laboratory teams in the given material.

Paul Jamesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Globalization
• Cultural Diversity
• Social Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paul James serves as Adjunct Professor at the Institute for Culture and Society, Western Sydney University, where he specializes in Globalization and Cultural Diversity. With a PhD from the University of Melbourne, he has established himself as a leading scholar in globalization studies and social theory. PhD, University of Melbourne James's research focuses on the complex interplay between globalization, cultural formations, and social change. His work explores ontological security in unsettled times, examining how individuals and communities navigate global crises through cultural frameworks. He investigates the intersections of climate change, security, and human condition, with particular attention to Australia's role in global systems. His scholarship bridges theoretical rigor with practical applications in urban sustainability and community development. His recent publications reveal a shift toward examining security challenges in the Anthropocene, algorithmic governance in social services, and the ethical dimensions of technological advancement. James analyzes how globalization manifests in bodily experiences through biotechnology and reproductive politics, while maintaining focus on crisis narratives and their political implications. Director of United Nations Global Compact Cities Programme (2007-2014) Advisor to Berlin Senate Chancellery Advisor to Canadian G40 process Advisor to East Timor Truth Commission Advisor to Papua New Guinea Minister for Community Development James leads significant research initiatives including the Australian Research Council-funded Extinction Imaginaries project and Enabling Disability: Autonomous Technologies & CaLD persons with disability. His collaborative work spans government agencies, international organizations, and community groups, focusing on practical applications of theoretical frameworks to address contemporary societal challenges. He maintains strong connections with cultural institutions through projects like Cultural Infrastructure 2039 and the Sustainable Cities Collaboratory.

Rinaldo Schinaziمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Probability Models
• Population Biology
• Mathematical Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rinaldo Schinazi is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), part of the College of Letters, Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on applying probability models to investigate questions in population biology, emphasizing stochastic processes in ecological and evolutionary contexts. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of São Paulo (1988). Education: Ph.D. in Statistics, University of São Paulo (1988). Research Interests: Schinazi uses probability models to study population dynamics, including stochastic processes like Markov chains, branching processes, and random walks. His work addresses survival mechanisms under catastrophes, genetic diversity impacts, and migration effects in population viability. He explores theoretical frameworks to model ecological and evolutionary phenomena, bridging mathematical rigor with real-world biological challenges. Recent Work Trends: His articles (2023–2024) highlight studies on species survival under environmental stress, stochastic models of population dynamics, and the interplay between randomness and biological systems. Key themes include Markov chain analysis, ruin problems, and evolutionary paths under catastrophic events. Awards: No scientific awards explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Advising & Grants: No student advisees or grants listed in the available information. His contributions focus on theoretical and applied mathematical biology research. Labs/Teams: No specific laboratory or collaborative team affiliations noted in the text.

David Doyleمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Capital Punishment
• Criminal Justice History
• De-Extinction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Doyle is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Law and Criminology at Maynooth University, where he has been since October 2015. His expertise spans criminal law, criminology, legal history, and education law. He holds a BA and MA in History and Politics from University College Dublin, followed by a doctorate and a Bachelor of Laws (first class honours) from the National University of Ireland, Galway. His research focuses on capital punishment, criminal justice history, de-extinction, domestic abuse, human trafficking, sexual offences, and the right to education. Notable works include a book co-authored with Dr. Liam O'Callaghan, Capital Punishment in Independent Ireland: A Social, Legal and Political History (2019), and contributions to interdisciplinary topics like the legal implications of de-extinction and the rights of foreign national prisoners. Awards: Irish Research Council Doctoral Scholarship IRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2011) IRC New Ideas Award (2011) IRC New Foundations Award (2012) IRC Research and Networking Grant (2012) IRC International Career Development Fellowship (2013) IRC Ukrainian Researcher Scheme Awards (2022–2023) IRC Coalesce Award (2021) His grants include multiple IRC New Foundations Awards (2015–2021) and IRC Ukrainian Researcher Scheme Awards (2022–2023), supporting research on human trafficking, de-extinction ethics, and education access. He previously held a Marie-Curie Co-Fund fellowship at the Oxford Faculty of Law's Centre for Criminology (2013). Teaching interests include criminal law, criminology, education law, and intellectual property law. He actively mentors research proposals in these areas and collaborates with international teams on topics like data ethics, prisoner rights, and transnational crime.

Nathan S. Pentkowskiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neurobiology of drug addiction
• Consequences of adolescent exposure to nicotine, ethanol, and cocaine
• Neurobiology of anxiety and fear-related defensive behaviors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nathan S. Pentkowski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of New Mexico . His research focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying drug addiction, anxiety disorders, and Alzheimer’s disease, with an emphasis on stress systems and receptor modulation. Key research areas: Neurobiology of drug addiction (cocaine, alcohol, nicotine), social influences on relapse, serotonin receptors, microRNA changes in stress Techniques: Behavioral assays, pharmacology, biochemical imaging, genetic manipulation (DREADD, viral-mediated gene transfer) Selected findings relate to 5-HT1B/2C receptor dynamics , CRF1 stress systems , and miR-495 regulation in addiction and neurodegeneration. Dr. Pentkowski has mentored graduate students including Jack Madden, Carlos Maestas-Olguin, and Kyle Dixon. He teaches courses on Drugs and Behavior , Neurobiology of Addiction , and Molecular Psychiatry . Not accepting students for Fall 2026.

• Neuroscience
• Psychopharmacology
• Behavioral Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jan Haaker is a Principal Investigator at the Institute of Systems Neuroscience, part of the Faculty of Medicine at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). His research focuses on neuropharmacological mechanisms underlying fear learning, social learning processes, and the neural basis of observational threat responses. Key areas include the effects of substances like nicotine and opioids on fear-related behaviors, as well as the interplay between social observation and threat generalization. Dr. Haaker has received notable awards, including the 2013 Best Paper Award from UKE's Medical School and the 2012 Pharmaceutical Innovation Award from the Niemann Society. His work bridges translational neuroscience and clinical applications, with studies published in high-impact journals. He is an active member of organizations such as the Social and Affective Neuroscience Society and the 'Junge Akademie.' His research employs advanced neuroimaging techniques (e.g., fMRI, spinal cord segmentation) and pharmacological interventions to dissect neural circuits involved in fear extinction, observational learning, and pain modulation. Current projects address the societal impact of research funding models and the ethical implications of neuropharmacological research.

Lee Kumpمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biogeochemical Cycles
• Environmental Biogeochemistry
• Atmosphere/Ocean Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lee Kump is the John Leone Dean in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and a Professor of Geosciences at Pennsylvania State University. His research focuses on biogeochemical cycles, environmental biogeochemistry, and atmosphere/ocean evolution, with specialties in carbon cycle dynamics, paleoclimatology, and mass extinction events. He has contributed to studies on the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum (PETM), Permian-Triassic mass extinctions, and modern environmental challenges such as wastewater management in coastal systems. Notable awards include the 2024 Packard Fellowship and recognition as IEE 'Person of the Year.' His work spans interdisciplinary collaborations, including studies on Florida Keys wastewater impacts, carbonate layer formation post-impact events, and Arctic climate perturbations during the PETM. He leads initiatives in climate science education and software development, exemplified by the Acycle tool for paleoclimate analysis. Executive Committee Member, IEE Research Themes: Climate and Natural Systems Affiliate Researcher, Water Sustainability Programs Recent articles highlight advancements in understanding ocean acidification during past climate events, spatial climate patterns, and geochemical mechanisms controlling carbonate systems. His research bridges ancient Earth processes with modern environmental challenges, emphasizing climate change mitigation and resource sustainability.

Alexander S. Bradleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organic Geochemistry
• Isotope Geochemistry
• Geobiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alexander S. Bradley is an Associate Professor of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, serving as Director of Graduate Studies. He leads the Bradley Laboratory, which focuses on the coevolution of life and Earth through organic and isotope geochemistry, geobiology, and microbiology. His research integrates field studies, laboratory experiments, and molecular analysis to understand biogeochemical cycles and ancient ecosystems. Bradley earned his PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His work emphasizes molecular fossils (biomarkers) preserved in geological records, exploring how these molecules reflect past environmental conditions and microbial activity. He actively collaborates with the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences to apply Earth-based techniques to astrobiological studies, such as detecting life on other planets. Key research themes include sulfur isotope fractionation during microbial processes, organic carbon burial mechanisms in anoxic events, and the genetic determinism of lipid biomarkers. Bradley teaches Biogeochemistry (EEPS 323) , an introductory course on Earth's biogeochemical cycles and human impacts. His laboratory conducts interdisciplinary investigations into extremophile microbiology, hydrothermal systems, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Ongoing projects include studying microbialite formation, sulfur cycling in ancient oceans, and developing life-detection strategies for extraterrestrial missions. Bradley's work bridges geology and biology, offering novel insights into Earth's history and the potential for life beyond Earth. His research has been featured in high-impact journals and is supported by grants from NASA and the National Science Foundation.