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Eric Gangloffمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eric J. Gangloff is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Ohio Wesleyan University (OWU). His research focuses on understanding how organisms adapt to environmental changes, particularly in reptiles and amphibians, using integrative approaches combining field studies, lab experiments, and molecular techniques. He holds a B.A. from Cornell University, an M.A. from the University of Denver, and a Ph.D. from Iowa State University. Dr. Gangloff leads a lab investigating physiological and ecological adaptations in species such as the common wall lizard, garter snakes, and red-backed salamanders. Notably, his work on Ohio’s invasive wall lizards has been funded by the NSF, exploring their evolutionary success in urban environments. Collaborations span institutions worldwide, including France, Canada, and Australia. His recent studies examine how temperature, oxygen availability, and urbanization influence lizard physiology, behavior, and survival. Key themes include thermal biology, ecological traps, and resilience to pollutants like lead. The lab actively involves undergraduate students in field and lab research, emphasizing hands-on learning. Gangloff’s lab website (https://glare-owu.wixsite.com/glare) showcases ongoing projects and publications. His work bridges basic science and applied conservation, addressing global challenges in biodiversity and climate change.

• Applied Economics
• Econometrics
• Labour Economics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Haoming Liu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at National University of Singapore. His research focuses on applied economics, econometrics, and labor economics, with a particular emphasis on labor and demographic economics, health, education, and welfare, as well as economic development and technological change. His work often examines the intersections between environmental factors (e.g., heat, pollution) and economic outcomes, such as labor productivity, crime rates, and educational attainment. He has also contributed to studies on minimum wage policies, housing markets, and fertility-education trade-offs in developing economies. Education: PhD in Economics from the University of Western Ontario, Canada. Research highlights include analyzing the impact of heat on economic activity in tropical cities like Singapore, the effects of air pollution on labor productivity in China, and the role of discount rates in long-term housing market decisions. His teaching interests span labor economics, income distribution, and applied econometrics. Key contributions include demonstrating how heat influences workplace attendance and student performance in air-conditioned versus non-air-conditioned environments, and how minimum wage increases reduce urban crime disparities between low- and high-income communities. His articles frequently employ innovative econometric methods to address policy-relevant questions, such as optimal contest design, microgrid energy trading mechanisms, and urban density pricing in housing markets.

• International Relations
• International Political Economy
• European Union Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Garcia holds the position of Senior Lecturer at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Politics, Languages & International Studies school. Her work focuses on the intersection of trade policy, economic governance, and geopolitical strategies, particularly in the context of the European Union’s evolving international engagements. Her research interests include the politics of trade agreements, Brexit’s impact on UK-EU relations, and the EU’s strategic partnerships with Latin America, Asia, and Australasia. She also explores new trade frameworks like TTIP, TPP, and RCEP, emphasizing how values and sustainability intersect with trade policy. Dr. Garcia has led three significant research projects: EUinLAC: A Jean Monnet Project exploring the EU’s reconfiguration in Latin America (led by Nuremberg University, status: Not started). GW4 AF10-005: Wales and South West responses and preparations for Brexit and UK trade policy (March 2019 – November 2019). Transformations in Global Economic Governance: Integration via Free Trade Agreements (Economic and Social Research Council, December 2014 – December 2016). Her recent collaborations span geopolitical analyses of trade patterns in the USA, Asia, and Latin America. She actively contributes to understanding post-Brexit trade dynamics and global governance challenges.

Jian Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Pattern Recognition
• Data Analytics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jian Zhang is a Professor in the School of Electrical and Data Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), specializing in computer vision, pattern recognition, and multimedia signal processing. He leads the Multimedia Data Analytics Lab at the Global Big Data Technologies Centre, focusing on agri-food sector applications such as livestock monitoring and AI-driven solutions for agricultural efficiency. Education : PhD, School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of New South Wales, 1999 MSc, The Flinders University of South Australia, 1994 BSc, East China Normal University, 1982 Research Interests : His work spans 2D/3D computer vision, large-scale image/video analytics, and cross-disciplinary projects in agriculture and remote sensing. He has pioneered AI systems for livestock counting, poultry welfare monitoring, and fish quality assessment, funded by organizations like Meat & Livestock Australia and Australian Eggs. Grants & Projects : Current projects include AI-based hen health monitoring ($5M+ funding since 2011) Collaborations with industry partners like Sydney Fish Market and Fremantle Port Students & Academic Leadership : Supervised 19 PhD graduates and 5 research fellows Recruiting new PhD candidates in computer vision and data analytics Labs & Teams : Director of the Multimedia Data Analytics Lab, collaborating with global experts through UTS's Distinguished Visiting Scholars program.

Robert L. Hicksمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Economics
• Welfare Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert L. Hicks is a Professor of Economics and Marine Science at The College of William and Mary, holding joint appointments in the Department of Economics and the School of Marine Science. He is affiliated with the Environmental Science and Policy Program and the Thomas Jefferson Program in Public Policy. With a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland and a B.A. from North Carolina State University, Hicks has been a visiting professor at institutions in Germany and Spain, including the University of Bonn and the University of Hannover. His research focuses on environmental and natural resource economics, welfare economics, and econometrics, with notable contributions to fisheries management, eco-labeling, and recreational resource valuation. He has served on the editorial board of Marine Resource Economics and received grants from the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Commerce, and philanthropic organizations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. His awards include the Alumni Fellowship Award and the Plumeri Award for Faculty Excellence. Education: B.A., North Carolina State University Ph.D., University of Maryland Research Interests: Environmental economics emphasizes sustainable resource management, while his work in econometrics advances quantitative methods for policy analysis. Key areas include recreational fishing valuation, eco-labeling impacts, and spatial modeling in fisheries. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in coastal and marine environments. Grants & Awards: Recipient of grants from NSF, U.S. Department of Commerce, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Alumni Fellowship Award Plumeri Award for Faculty Excellence Labs & Affiliations: Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, Hicks contributes to policy boards such as NOAA’s Science Advisory Board and aids in shaping environmental and marine policy through academic partnerships.

Sven Würtzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Aquaculture
• Reproductive biology
• Stress physiology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sven Würtz is a Research Group Leader in the Department of Fish Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture at the Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB), Berlin. He leads the Molecular Fish Physiology research group, focusing on sustainable aquaculture, reproductive biology, stress, and nutritional physiology in fish. His research interests include Aquaculture Reproductive biology Stress physiology Nutritional physiology Molecular fish physiology Animal welfare in aquaculture Conservation of endangered fish species His recent publications reflect a strong trend in molecular and physiological research applied to aquaculture species such as sturgeon, pikeperch, tilapia, and turbot. Key themes include genomics of sex determination, stress responses, nutritional interventions (probiotics, creatine, carotenoids), animal welfare in RAS and crustacean farming, and responses to environmental stressors like algal toxins and nitrate. His work combines laboratory experimentation with field applications and policy-relevant outputs. Scientific contributions and projects include: Lead author on studies on shrimp and fish welfare Co-leader of the STURGEoNOMICS and CrustaWohl projects Contributor to IGB fact sheets on the Oder River environmental disaster Extensive collaboration with national and international researchers He mentors junior researchers and collaborates on projects involving grants and interdisciplinary teams. His work is often applied, aiming to improve aquaculture practices and conservation efforts. He is actively involved in research groups focusing on molecular mechanisms in fish and ecosystem resilience.

• Environmental Economics
• Fisheries Management
• Climate Change
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andries Richter is an Associate Professor in Environmental Economics and Natural Resources at Wageningen University. His research focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to environmental and resource management, particularly in fisheries, climate change, and ecosystem services. He actively supervises PhD candidates and leads projects addressing marine conservation, sustainable agriculture, and policy design in regions like Indonesia and China. Education: Not explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Key Research Areas: Fisheries management, climate change impacts, ecosystem service valuation, and behavioral economics applications in resource governance. Richter’s work emphasizes practical solutions for sustainable resource use, combining theoretical models with empirical field experiments. His recent studies explore stakeholder perspectives in agricultural landscapes (North China Plain), behavioral dynamics in threshold games (Cambodia), and the economic-trade-offs of mesopelagic fishing. He has contributed to media discussions on illegal fishing practices and marine conservation strategies. Current projects include financing tourism for marine protected areas and institutional frameworks for nutrient emissions control in the Netherlands. Grants/Projects: Innovative spatial planning mechanisms for nutrient emissions control Understanding Raja Ampat Marine Protected Area via system dynamics Marine conservation and food security in West Papua, Indonesia Richter collaborates internationally, with notable contributions to the valuation of ecosystem services and adaptive management strategies under climate change.

• Veterinary Epidemiology
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• One Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Ruth Zadoks is a faculty member at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney. She holds academic positions in the Sydney Institute of Agriculture and Sydney Southeast Asia Centre, and is involved with the Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute. Her research focuses on antimicrobial resistance, zoonotic diseases, bovine health, and One Health principles. Notable projects include investigations into Japanese encephalitis transmission dynamics, antibiotic use in East African livestock, and molecular epidemiology of Group B Streptococcus. Recent grants include studies on microbial spillover in aquaculture and precision feeding in broiler chickens. Her work integrates veterinary and public health perspectives, addressing issues like anthrax impacts in rural Africa, tilapia-borne zoonoses, and diagnostic innovations for bovine mastitis. Over 118 peer-reviewed publications highlight her contributions to aquatic pathogen genomics, food safety, and livestock disease ecology. Recent grants (2024): - Revealing microbial spillover drivers in aquaculture (SSEAC Incubator) - Sustainable Precision Feeding in Broiler Chickens (AgriFutures) - ASEAN Antimicrobial Resistance Network (DFAT-funded) Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute and collaborates across interdisciplinary One Health networks.

Prateep Nayakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Ecology
• Environmental Justice
• Social-Ecological Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prateep Nayak is a Professor at the School of Environment, Enterprise and Development within the University of Waterloo. His academic focus combines political science, environmental studies, and international development through transdisciplinary research on human-environment connections. With expertise in commons governance, social-ecological resilience, environmental justice, and political ecology, he has taught courses like INDEV 100: Introduction to International Development SUSM 675: Governing the Commons INDEV 617: Environmental Change and Governance He has received prestigious awards including the Trudeau Scholarship, Harvard Giorgio Ruffolo Fellowship, Canada's Governor General Academic Gold Medal, and SSHRC Banting Fellowship. Professor Nayak's research explores social-ecological systems, emphasizing vulnerability-to-viability transitions in small-scale fisheries, gender dynamics in dried fish value chains, and multidimensional justice in coastal governance. His Google Scholar publications since 2017 highlight Asia-Africa comparative studies, marine protected areas, and policy frameworks for adaptive management. Article keywords reveal engagement with climate resilience, equity in resource access, and institutional pluralism in governance systems. Scientific awards include Trudeau Scholar Harvard Giorgio Ruffolo Fellow in Sustainability Science Canada's Governor General Academic Gold Medal SSHRC Banting Fellow His fieldwork experience includes development projects in India focusing on community-based governance of land, water, and forests at the research-implementation-policy interface. Current teaching aligns with his expertise in international development and environmental governance, while historical publications show long-term engagement with coastal systems analysis and regime shifts.

Steven J. Cookeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conservation Science
• Aquatic Ecology
• Fish Migration
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Steven J. Cooke is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Carleton University and a former Canada Research Chair. He holds a B.ES. from the University of Waterloo, an M.Sc. from Waterloo, and a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois. His research focuses on integrative biology, conservation science, and natural resource management, with a particular emphasis on fish migration, aquatic habitat restoration, and the development of solutions for conservation challenges. He is a founding director of the Canadian Centre for Evidence-Based Conservation and actively involved in the Collaboration for Environmental Evidence, promoting evidence synthesis in conservation. Dr. Cooke’s work bridges natural and social sciences, emphasizing collaboration with practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders to create actionable knowledge. He has authored over 700 peer-reviewed papers and pioneered the discipline of conservation physiology. His awards include Fellowship in the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and Secretary of the College of the Royal Society of Canada. His lab’s research spans topics like fish-hydropower interactions, winter biology, and the ecology of stress in wild fish. He advocates for sustainable recreational fisheries and habitat restoration, with recent projects addressing shoreline development impacts and AI applications in conservation. Dr. Cooke’s academic contributions extend to education and policy, with a focus on bridging research and practice. His work emphasizes the importance of cities in species conservation and the urgent need for global freshwater biodiversity strategies. He collaborates internationally on projects such as assessing cumulative effects of renewable energy and advancing black bass management.

• Agricultural Ecology
• Sustainable Food Production
• Evidence Synthesis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Nicola Randall is a Professor of Evidence Synthesis and Agroecology at Harper Adams University, where she leads the Centre for Evidence-Based Agriculture (CEBA) and the Agroecology for Sustainable Agri-food (AFS) research group. She holds a BSc (Hons), PhD, and a CertTHE in higher education. Her research focuses on agricultural ecology, sustainable food systems, and evidence-based decision-making in environmental and agricultural policies. She chairs the EU-NESA Network (CA23107 2024-2028) and serves on advisory boards for organizations such as the Food Standards Agency and Ceres2030. Her work emphasizes systematic reviews, evidence synthesis methodologies, and bridging gaps between research and policy. She has secured over £1 million in research funding, collaborating with bodies like BBSRC, DEFRA, and EU H2020. Education: BSc (Hons), PhD, CertTHE Teaching Roles: Course leader for Agroecology MSc, module leader for Fundamentals of Agroecology and International Agroecology Professional Memberships: British Ecological Society (Agroecology Committee), Society for Conservation Biology Her research spans topics like regenerative agriculture, pollinator ecology, and humane slaughter practices. She advises on international projects, including FAO initiatives and smallholder farming interventions in Africa. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications for sustainable agriculture and environmental governance.

• Wildlife Health
• Aquatic Animal Health
• Exotic Animal Welfare
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Stéphane Lair is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine , University of Montreal , leading the Department of Clinical Sciences . He serves as Director of the Québec Center for Wildlife Health (CQSAS) and regional director for the Canadian Cooperative Wildlife Health Centre. His expertise focuses on wildlife health, aquatic animal medicine, and exotic species welfare. Education: IPSAV in Avian Pathology (1989) DVM from University of Montreal (1990) Residency in General Pathology (1995) DVSc in Zoo Animal Medicine (1998, University of Guelph) ACZM Diplomate (1999) His research investigates human impacts on wildlife health, including contaminant effects on marine mammals like belugas, and disease ecology in caribou and lemur populations. He leads projects funded by agencies like Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians. Recent work includes studying beluga body condition via 'omics techniques, toxin exposure in cetaceans, and pharmacokinetics in exotic species. Over 20 students have been supervised in topics ranging from beluga necropsy trends to analgesia in pigeons. Collaborations include the Nunavik Trichinellosis Prevention Program and studies on Besnoitia tarandi in caribou. His lab actively addresses wildlife health challenges in changing ecosystems, emphasizing conservation and veterinary medicine intersections.

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.

Joseph J. Wakshlagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Obesity management
• Nutritional intervention for canine athletes
• Veterinary sports medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joseph J. Wakshlag is a Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, where he leads the Sections of Clinical Nutrition and Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. He has been a faculty member at Cornell since 2006 and serves as part of the CUHA Nutrition Service and CUHA Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Service. Dr. Wakshlag's research focuses on obesity management and nutritional intervention for the canine athlete. His work bridges veterinary nutrition with sports medicine, exploring how dietary approaches can optimize performance and recovery in working and athletic dogs. As a dual Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition) and the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, he brings specialized expertise to both clinical nutrition and rehabilitation medicine. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on canine obesity, orthopedic conditions, and the therapeutic applications of nutrition. The research spans clinical trials on dietary interventions, quality control of veterinary therapeutics, and comprehensive reviews of obesity management. His work shows increasing interest in cannabinoid applications for pain management and the nutritional requirements during critical life stages. Dr. Wakshlag has received numerous honors including being a Founding Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (2010) and Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition) (2008). His earlier career was supported by prestigious awards including the NIH Institutional Training Grant and Cornell Veterinary Training Grant during his PhD studies. As an educator and researcher, Dr. Wakshlag has contributed significantly to veterinary nutrition science through his clinical service, research publications, and leadership in professional organizations. His dual board certification positions him uniquely at the intersection of veterinary nutrition and sports medicine.

Karen V. Lykkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food and sustainability
• Regenerative agriculture and soil health
• Historical and cultural dimensions of food
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Karen V. Lykke is a Professor at the Centre for Development and the Environment (SUM) at the University of Oslo. She has established herself as a leading scholar in the interdisciplinary field of food studies, environmental humanities, and cultural history, with a particular focus on the cultural and historical dimensions of food systems and human-animal relationships. Her academic background includes a PhD in Cultural History from the University of Oslo (2009), postgraduate studies in Environmental History at St. Andrews University as a Chevening scholar (2001-2002), an M.Phil. in Ethnology from the University of Oslo (2000), and a degree as an Agronomist from the Oslo Agricultural Academy (1992). Professor Lykke's research spans several interconnected areas: food and sustainability, regenerative agriculture and soil health, the historical and cultural dimensions of food, meat consumption across historical periods, landscape studies as arenas for nature use and recreation, and the social and cultural aspects of hunting and fishing. Her work frequently examines how cultural narratives shape our interactions with nature and food systems, with particular attention to the politics of meat production and consumption. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong thematic focus on meat cultures, examining historical changes in meat production, the politics of meat promotion, and the cultural dimensions of slaughter practices. She also explores broader environmental themes including landscape heritage, the relationship between nature and culture, and ideas about the 'good life' in relation to environmental sustainability. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges humanities perspectives with environmental concerns, making significant contributions to understanding sustainable food systems. Norwegian Chevening scholar 2001/2002 at University of St. Andrews Professor Lykke has held various leadership positions including board member of the Norwegian Trekking Association (DNT-Oslo) and board member for academically employed staff at the Centre for Development and the Environment. She is actively involved in several research projects including RegenRegion (focused on soil health and regenerative agriculture), 'Making Meat a Mystery' (examining historical changes in our relationship with food animals), and research on sustainability and the concept of the 'good life.' She teaches multiple courses at the University of Oslo including SUM4035 - Past, present and future meat cultures in a local and global context, SUM4027 - Food, health and sustainability, SUM4024 - Humanist Perspectives on the Environment, SUM4100 - Research Methods and Project Design, and SUM4200 - Key Issues in Development and Environment.