جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Levi Storksمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroethology
• Animal Cognition
• Comparative Neuroanatomy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Levi Storks is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Detroit Mercy's College of Engineering and Science, specializing in neuroethology and the evolution of cognition in ectothermic vertebrates. His research integrates neuroanatomical, molecular, and behavioral approaches to study brain evolution across biological scales. Education: B.S. Zoology, Michigan State University (2014) Ph.D. Biological Sciences, University of Missouri (2021) Research Focus: His work examines how ecological factors shape neural architecture and cognitive abilities in lizards, fish, and other ectotherms, with particular emphasis on: Evolutionary neuroanatomy and neuron quantification Behavioral plasticity and learning mechanisms Ecological influences on brain development Publication Trends: Recent articles demonstrate multidisciplinary approaches combining field ecology with laboratory neuroscience, frequently using Anolis lizards and zebrafish models to investigate: Cognitive performance correlates with neuroanatomical features Environmental complexity effects on neural development Personality-mediated learning differences Spatial navigation strategies Community Engagement: Founded 'Science on Scales' outreach program and chaired 'Science on Wheels' initiative at the University of Missouri, mentoring undergraduate researchers and promoting science communication.

• Food Waste Valorisation
• Food Bioprocessing
• Encapsulation for Nutrient Delivery
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Taiwo Akanbi is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at the University of Newcastle. His academic journey includes a BSc in Food Science (Nigeria), MSc in Food Biotechnology (Malaysia), and PhD in Food Chemistry (Australia). He specializes in food waste valorisation, enzymatic bioprocessing, and nutrient delivery systems. His research focuses on converting food industry byproducts into high-value compounds using enzyme technology and microencapsulation. Key roles include lecturing in FSHN1010 and FSHN3070 courses, and supervising projects on food waste innovation such as oyster shelf-life extension, winery waste valorisation, and bioactive compound extraction. He has held prior roles as Industry Research Fellow and Postdoctoral Researcher at Deakin University. Awards include the 2018 Excellence in Industry Engagement Award and 2021 Student Experience Excellence Award. His work bridges academia and industry through collaborations on sustainable food solutions, emphasizing the resilience of the food sector. Research highlights include lipid oxidation stabilization, structured lipid development, and extremozyme applications. Languages: English (Fluent), Yoruba (Native). Professional experience spans Australia, Malaysia, and Nigeria with emphasis on culturally diverse education environments.

Katie Nicklesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Organismal Biology
• Marine Biology
• Coral Reef Ecology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Katie Nickles is an Instructor in Biological Sciences at Wellesley College, where she teaches laboratory components for courses including Introduction to Organismal Biology, Environmental Horticulture, Human Biology, Marine Biology, and Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Vertebrates. She holds a B.S. and M.S. from the University of Rhode Island. Her research focuses on organismal biology, marine biology, and underwater research. Specifically, she studies the development of lateral line systems in coral reef fishes, coral restoration, marine disease ecology, and environmental impact assessments. Her work integrates field research with scientific diving across diverse marine ecosystems. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong thematic focus on coral reef ecology, sensory biology in fishes, and restoration techniques. Major trends include investigations into sensory organ development, coral disease management, behavioral ecology of reef species, and comparative assessment of restoration methodologies.

Haosheng Huangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physical Oceanography
• Coastal and Estuarine Circulation
• Numerical Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Haosheng Huang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Oceanography & Coastal Sciences at Louisiana State University's College of the Coast & Environment. His research focuses on coastal ocean dynamics and numerical modeling, with significant contributions to understanding Gulf of Mexico ecosystems and Mississippi River Delta processes. His academic credentials include: B.S. from Fudan University, Shanghai (1990) M.S. from First Institute of Oceanography (1993) Ph.D. from Florida State University (2003) Huang's research spans physical oceanography, specializing in coastal and estuarine circulation dynamics, unstructured grid numerical modeling, data assimilation, storm surge simulation, and bio-physical ecosystem modeling. He develops advanced computational approaches for studying continental shelf processes and employs the Finite Volume Coastal Ocean Model (FVCOM) extensively for simulating complex coastal phenomena including sediment transport, hypoxia, and wetland degradation. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi Delta systems, with recurring themes of sea-level rise impacts, hypoxia dynamics, sediment transport, and storm surge modeling. His work increasingly integrates multi-scale processes across river-estuary-shelf-ocean continua and emphasizes climate change impacts on coastal resilience. His scientific recognition includes: LSU Tiger Athletic Foundation Undergraduate Teaching Award (2012) Huang teaches foundational courses including Introduction to Oceanography and advanced numerical methods, while his research program addresses critical coastal management challenges through sophisticated modeling of circulation dynamics, ecosystem responses, and climate vulnerability. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between physical oceanography, biogeochemistry, and coastal engineering.

Jen Meredithمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Natural Resource Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Development Economics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Jen Meredith is an Assistant Professor of Economics at Colby College, located in Waterville, Maine. She specializes in natural resource economics, environmental economics, development economics, and labor economics. Her research focuses on fisheries management, property rights markets, and the economic impacts of policy reforms on rural communities, particularly in Alaska and other regions. Meredith teaches courses including Principles of Microeconomics and Environmental and Natural Resource Economics. She holds a Ph.D. and contributes actively to academic discourse through peer-reviewed publications and policy-oriented research. Her work emphasizes understanding how resource volatility and policy interventions influence economic outcomes, migration patterns, and community stability in resource-dependent regions. Recent studies include analyses of fishing revenue distribution, the effects of transferable access rights on labor markets, and sustainable management frameworks for fisheries. While no specific awards are listed, her contributions to fisheries economics and development policy reflect a commitment to bridging academic research with practical governance challenges. She advises students and collaborates on projects addressing environmental and economic sustainability, though specific grant details are not provided in the available texts.

Laurel Dunnمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Microbiology
• Produce Safety
• Agricultural Water Safety
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laurel Dunn is an Associate Professor and Extension Coordinator in the Department of Food Science & Technology at the University of Georgia, affiliated with the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences (CAES). Her research focuses on food microbiology, produce safety, and microbial risks in agricultural systems. Key areas include pathogen survival mechanisms in soil and water, food safety compliance (e.g., FSMA), and mitigation strategies for contamination risks. Her extension activities emphasize on-farm microbial safety practices, training programs for growers, and implementation of federal regulations. Dunn’s work bridges academic research with practical applications, addressing challenges in fresh produce safety, food processing, and environmental management. Publications highlight her contributions to sanitizer efficacy, pathogen behavior in agricultural settings, and innovative methods for reducing contamination risks. Her research has implications for improving food safety protocols in both conventional and emerging agricultural systems like aquaponics. Key Research Themes: Foodborne pathogens, microbial hazards in soil/amendments, produce safety innovations Extension Focus: FSMA training, grower education, and on-farm food safety assessments

Ethan Zellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Psychology
• Self-Evaluation
• Social Comparison
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ethan Zell is a Professor of Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNC Greensboro). His academic background includes a PhD from Ohio University (2010) and a BS from Towson University (2004). His research focuses on social comparison processes, self-evaluation dynamics, and their implications for health, political attitudes, and educational outcomes. He collaborates extensively with researchers like C. A. Stockus and T. L. Lesick. Key research themes include the 'big-fish-little-pond effect,' self-enhancement biases, and the role of social support in psychological well-being. His work integrates meta-analytic techniques to synthesize findings across disciplines. Recent studies address political polarization in climate change perception, transgender policy attitudes, and pandemic-era vaccination behavior. Zell has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Journal of Personality and Social Psychology , Health Psychology , and Psychological Bulletin . His research bridges theoretical psychology with applied issues such as education policy and public health communication. Notable contributions include groundbreaking work on gender differences, cultural dialecticism, and the cognitive foundations of self-assessment. His studies often employ cross-cultural comparisons and longitudinal designs to explore universal and context-specific self-perception mechanisms.

• Marine Biology
• Climate Change Impacts
• Marine Ecosystem Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mary Beth Decker is a Lecturer at Yale University, affiliated with KROON HALL. Her research focuses on marine ecosystems, particularly the ecological roles of jellyfish, climate change impacts on marine species, and the dynamics of invasive species. She investigates how environmental factors like hypoxia, ocean warming, and sea-ice loss influence zooplankton communities, fisheries, and predator-prey interactions in regions such as the Bering Sea, Chesapeake Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico. Her work integrates field observations, modeling, and genetic analyses to address large-scale ecological questions. Key research themes include: jellyfish bloom mechanisms, climate-driven species redistribution, and the interplay between human activities and marine systems. She has explored how jellyfish and forage fish compete for resources, how invasive ctenophores like Mnemiopsis leidyi establish in new habitats, and the cascading effects of hypoxia on estuarine food webs. Her publications highlight recurring interests in trophic interactions (e.g., jellyfish-fish competition), physical-biological linkages (e.g., oceanographic drivers of species distribution), and applied conservation questions (e.g., fisheries management in changing ecosystems). Recent work emphasizes spatial-temporal patterns of species abundance under climate change scenarios. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Her advising record is not detailed here, but her research collaborations are evident in multi-institutional projects like studies on Bering Sea ecosystems and Chesapeake Bay hypoxia impacts.

Annika Freudigerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Behavioral Ecology
• Kin Selection
• Genetic Relatedness
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Annika Freudiger is a PhD student at the University of Leipzig and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology , focusing on the intersection of Behavioral Ecology , Kin Selection , and Genetic Relatedness in primates. Education: University of Bern: MSc in Ecology and Evolution (summa cum laude), 2019–2021 University of Bern: BSc in Biology, 2015–2019 Research interests revolve around understanding how fine-scale genetic relatedness influences social behavior in primates, using whole genome sequencing (WGS) to refine kinship estimates and explore social preferences. Additional work includes field studies on cooperative breeding in cichlids and predator response dynamics. Scientific contributions include published works in PNAS and other journals, with a focus on morphological differentiation and task partitioning in social species. Awards and recognition: 2023: Best Student Talk at Behaviour 2023 2022: Volz-Award for best master thesis publication 2020: Travel stipend from Ethologische Gesellschaft e.V.

Troy Dayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mathematical Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Epidemiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Troy Day is a Professor at Queen's University in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, with a cross-appointment in the Department of Biology. His research focuses on evolutionary biology, mathematical modeling, and epidemiology, integrating areas like game theory, optimization, and dynamical systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics (1998) from Queen's University, an M.Sc. in Zoology (1994) from the University of British Columbia, and a B.Sc. in Biology (1990) from the same university. Research interests include the evolution of pathogen virulence, antibiotic resistance dynamics, and the evolutionary consequences of vaccination. His work bridges theoretical and applied domains, addressing challenges like pandemic forecasting and disease management strategies. Notable contributions include modeling SARS-CoV-2 variant emergence and analyzing the economics of evolution management. Publications span topics from stochastic processes in epidemiology to the evolutionary advantages of genetic and nongenetic inheritance. His collaborations span disciplines, including with biologists, epidemiologists, and public health experts. Current teaching includes calculus for biological sciences.

Hakan Öndesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Econometrics
• Panel Data Analysis
• Environmental Economics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hakan Öndes is a Lecturer in the Department of Statistics at Bandirma Onyedi Eylul University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. He also serves as Deputy Dean and has held research assistant roles at Gazi University (2014-2017). His academic focus includes econometrics, panel data analysis, spatial econometrics, and environmental economics. He has advised at least one master’s thesis on economic growth factors and contributed to projects like the 'Socioeconomic and Ecological Evaluation of Amateur Fishing'. He teaches courses ranging from econometrics to artificial neural networks and has published extensively in indexed journals. Research interests span economic growth determinants, financial development, migration patterns, and environmental policy impacts. His work frequently employs advanced statistical methods like panel data and spatial econometrics. Recent articles address financial inequality in emerging economies and suicide rate analysis in OECD countries. He has authored chapters in books such as Theory and Research in Social, Human and Administrative Sciences II (2020) and Economic Development and Financial Markets (2020). Professional contributions include organizing regional development symposiums and serving on academic committees. His teaching portfolio includes advanced mathematics, econometrics, and quality management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Current administrative roles include Vice Dean responsibilities and leadership in academic governance.

• Screen and Digital Media
• Communication and Media Studies
• Cultural Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chris Comerford is a Lecturer in Communication and Media at the University of Wollongong’s School of the Arts, English and Media, within the Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. His academic credentials include a PhD from the University of Technology Sydney (2013–2016) and a BA (Honours) from Western Sydney University (2009–2012). Comerford holds leadership roles as a member of the executive committee of the Screen Studies Association of Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand (SSAAANZ), editorial board member of Heroism Science journal, and research director for the Australia Popular Culture Research Network (PopCRN). He is also the Honours Coordinator for the Bachelor of Communications and Media program and TAEM Casual Academic Liaison. His research focuses on digital and screen media developments, fan cultures, serious leisure, and digital pedagogies. Current projects analyze television’s evolving boundaries in the streaming era and include authoring a Babylon 5 retrospective book (due 2026). Comerford’s work bridges media studies with interdisciplinary topics, such as superhero legal/moral frameworks, the role of video games like Animal Crossing in pandemic mental health, and fan-made wikis as tools for cultural analysis. Comerford’s academic contributions are evident through publications in journals like the Australasian Journal of Popular Culture and M/C Journal, where he collaborated with Tracey Woolrych on analyzing Batman’s gothic noir protagonist traits. His articles consistently address how media forms reflect societal shifts, from streaming’s industrial impact to transmedia storytelling strategies in franchises. He actively advises students in Masters Research and PhD programs, advocating for academic equity through roles like casual academic liaison. Comerford’s professional networks include PopCRN, SSAAANZ, and collaborative projects like the EU-funded REEVALUATE initiative, though no specific grants are explicitly listed. His academic home, the School of the Arts, English and Media, aligns with his cross-disciplinary research into media’s cultural and technological evolution. Comerford’s profile highlights engagement with digital pedagogies and pop culture analysis, alongside hobbies like Stardew Valley fishing and a deep interest in Batman and sci-fi franchises. He is part of international networks like the Screen Studies Association and has contributed to public discourse on topics ranging from medical misinformation to the political implications of streaming platforms.

Theodore B. Henryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Toxicology
• Sustainable Development
• Aquaculture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Theodore B. Henry is a Professor of Environmental Toxicology at Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh, Scotland), Adjunct Professor at The University of Tennessee, and Visiting Professor at Universidade de Campinas (Brazil). He serves as Interim Director of the Institute of Life and Earth Sciences and Director of the Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold Chain (ACES) Centre for Master’s Training. His research focuses on environmental issues in tropical regions, sustainable cooling solutions for fisheries, and circular economies for plastics. He leads the HWU ENABLE Scholarship Program, supporting scholars in Africa pursuing MSc degrees in sustainable development fields. Education : Bachelor of Arts in Aquatic Biology, University of California Santa Barbara (1992) Master of Science in Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures, Auburn University (1998) PhD in Fish Pathology (Auburn University) Research Interests : Environmental toxicology of tropical ecosystems, sustainable cooling technologies, ecotoxicology of nanoparticles, and plastic pollution mitigation. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those addressing climate action and sustainable resource management. Advising & Leadership : Accepts PhD students, led the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) Unit of Assessment 7, and held roles such as Executive Dean of the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society. The ENABLE Scholarship Program supports over 50 African scholars in renewable energy and sustainable development. Labs/Teams : Active in the Institute of Life and Earth Sciences and collaborates globally on projects like ACES and marine ecosystem restoration initiatives.

Alexandra Tyersمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Evolutionary Biology
• Speciation Mechanisms
• Molecular Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alexandra Tyers is a Post-Doc Researcher at CIBIO-InBIO, University of Porto. Her research focuses on interdisciplinary studies of speciation and adaptation in desert rodents and African fish, employing fieldwork, molecular ecology, and microbiome analysis. She holds a PhD from Bangor University (UK) and conducted postdoctoral work at the Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing (Germany). Current projects investigate Sahara-Sahelian rodent divergence through pre/post-zygotic mechanisms and environmental adaptation hypotheses. Her work bridges evolutionary genetics, ecology, and conservation. Education: PhD in Molecular Ecology (Bangor University, 2014), followed by postdoctoral research at Max Planck Institute (2017–2020). Research expertise includes speciation genetics in cichlids, killifish aging biology, and microbiome-driven adaptation. She managed Dr. Valenzano’s lab, exploring life-history and microbiome divergence in African killifish. Research Interests: Mechanisms of speciation, adaptation to extreme environments, evolutionary genomics, microbial ecology, and behavioral ecology. Her work addresses how species diverge through genetic, epigenetic, and ecological processes, with applications to conservation biology. Publications highlight epigenetic divergence in African cichlids, killifish aging mechanisms, and invasive species dynamics. She contributes to projects on Lake Malawi cichlid radiations and Saharan rodent evolution. Her lab collaborations emphasize integrative approaches to evolutionary questions.

Piyumika Suriyampolaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Behavioral Ecology
• Climate Change Biology
• Environmental Toxicology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Piyumika Suriyampola is a Teaching Professor and integrative behavioral ecologist at Arizona State University's School of Life Sciences (Department of Organismal Biology). She investigates how behavioral, sensory, and metabolic mechanisms enable animals to adapt to climate change, with a focus on zebrafish as model organisms. Her research integrates field and laboratory experiments to explore resilience to environmental stressors such as pollution and habitat changes. Education: Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior (2013), University of Louisville Bachelor's in Zoology (2008), University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka Research Interests: Behavioral ecology, environmental toxicology, climate change resilience, zebrafish behavior, sensory physiology, and environmental adaptation. Her work emphasizes how organisms respond to pollutants like cadmium and bisphenol-A, and how group dynamics and sensory systems mediate survival in changing environments. Recent Trends in Publications: Recent studies focus on cadmium toxicity effects on zebrafish social behavior, bisphenol-A impacts on visual lateralization, and behavioral plasticity in riverine zebrafish populations. She explores how environmental stressors (e.g., water flow, pollutants) alter sensory and social mechanisms in fish. Advising & Outreach: Advised students include Melissa Lopez (MS), Alexander Huang, and Bronte Ellsworth. Her lab engages in K-12 outreach through activities like 'Battle of the Sensory Systems' to educate about environmental impacts on fish behavior. She also participated in ASU Open Door events and the 2022 International Aquaculture Conference. Labs & Teams: Leads a zebrafish research team focusing on phenotyping sensory behavior and ecological adaptation. Collaborates with institutions like the University of Maine and University of Louisville. Utilizes advanced tools like Loligo swim tunnels for metabolic studies and field research in Nicaragua and India.