جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Emil Holmerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Science
• Developmental Psychology
• Psycholinguistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emil Holmer is a Senior Associate Professor and Head of Division at Linköping University's Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning, affiliated with the Disability Research Division (FUSA). His research focuses on language and communication across groups with sensory impairments, including deaf and hard-of-hearing children, individuals with deafblindness, and those with intellectual disabilities. He examines cognitive processes such as working memory, theory of mind, and phonological awareness, alongside interventions to improve literacy and communication outcomes. Holmer leads projects like the online cognitive hearing science test battery, aiming to study cognition-hearing relationships nationally. His teaching spans psychology, cognitive science, and disability studies, emphasizing experimental design and active listening skills. Research interests include the interplay between sign language proficiency and reading development, non-linguistic social information processing in sensory-impaired populations, and cognitive adaptations in deafblindness. He collaborates on studies involving fluid intelligence's role in speech recognition and the neurobiological underpinnings of sign language use. Holmer's work bridges developmental psychology, neuroscience, and educational interventions to address accessibility challenges. Advising and grants: Holmer supervises student research projects in psychology and cognitive sciences. His grants support studies on literacy interventions for students with disabilities and the development of inclusive cognitive assessment tools. He is part of the Linnaeus Centre HEAD and the Swedish Institute for Disability Research, contributing to interdisciplinary teams exploring disability's social and cognitive dimensions. Labs/teams: Active in the Disability Research Division (FUSA), focusing on disability measurement and communication strategies. Collaborates with the Department of Behavioural Sciences and Learning to advance understanding of learning challenges in diverse populations.

Susanne Theodora Schmidtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Petrology
• Volcanology
• Metamorphic Geology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Susanne Theodora Schmidt is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Geneva. Her research focuses on crustal alteration processes, metamorphic petrology, and fluid-rock interactions in high-pressure-low-temperature settings. She leads the Petrology and Volcanology research group and is involved in international collaborations. Current projects include thermal evolution studies in Patagonia, metamorphic analysis in Swiss nappes, and gemstone zircon dating. Teaching includes courses in optical mineralogy and metamorphic processes. She supervises PhD and master’s students in metamorphic geology, tectonics, and geochemical studies. Administrative roles include membership in the Commission de l’égalité. Over 50 peer-reviewed articles document her work on phyllosilicate mineralogy, contact metamorphism, and subduction zone dynamics. Key research themes: low-temperature alteration, high-pressure metamorphism in Ile de Groix, and structural analysis of fold-and-thrust belts. Her work bridges field studies, petrographic analysis, and isotopic dating techniques. Current supervision includes Annette Süssenberger’s Patagonian thermal evolution project funded by Projet FN 20021/149232. Publications span metamorphic petrology, geochemistry, and applied mineralogy. Teaching materials include mineralogical microscope techniques and sedimentary basin analysis. Active in fieldtrips and international geoscience education programs.

Lingli Zhouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Economic Geology
• Mineral Deposits
• Critical Raw Materials (CRMs)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lingli Zhou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam , affiliated with the Faculty of Science . She holds an ancillary position as a Medewerker at University College Dublin since 2023. Her research bridges fundamental geoscience with sustainable resource management, focusing on critical raw materials (CRMs), base metal deposits (Cu, Co, Pb, Zn), and rare earth elements (REE). Her work emphasizes unconventional resource types like mine waste and deep-sea minerals, leveraging mineralogical and geochemical tools to assess their economic viability. Education : PhD in Geochemistry, Mineralogy, and Sedimentology from Aarhus University (2015) PhD in Geochemistry, Petrology, and Ore Geology from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (2014) Research Interests include: Economic Geology and mineral deposit formation Hydrothermal and metasomatic processes in REE deposits Revalorization of mine waste and circular economy strategies Enrichment mechanisms of critical metals (Ge, Ga, In) in Zn-Pb deposits Grants & Funding : National Key Research and Development Program of China (2021YFC2900300) National Natural Science Foundation of China (42073043, U23A2027) CAS "Light of West China" and Hundred Talents Programs Editorial Role : Associate Editor of Journal of Geochemical Exploration (2025-2027).

Janne Koornneefمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Isotope Geochemistry
• Mantle Geochemistry
• Volcanology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Janne Koornneef is an Associate Professor in Geology and Geochemistry at the Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU). She specializes in isotope geochemistry, focusing on mantle composition, volcanic rock formation, and fluid/melt processes in the Earth's mantle. Her research employs advanced analytical techniques, including U-series, Nd, Sr, Hf, and Pb isotopes, combined with major and trace element chemistry. Key projects include optimizing TRITON-Plus TIMS mass spectrometry for small sample analysis and leading the ERC-funded 'ReVolutions' project (2018–2023) on subduction zone recycling fluxes. She collaborates with instrument manufacturers to improve analytical precision and supervises multiple PhD and MSc students. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable resource use and climate action. Research interests include mantle melting dynamics, source heterogeneity, subduction zone recycling, and diamond formation processes. Notable contributions include studies on mid-ocean ridge basalt variability, mantle plume geochemistry, and diamond-derived insights into deep mantle processes. She is co-PI in Europlanet initiatives and maintains an active dataset repository on geological materials. Her teaching includes courses on magmatic processes and physical volcanology. Recent publications highlight advancements in melt inclusion analysis, mantle source tracing, and diamond chronology. Her work bridges analytical innovation with fundamental Earth science questions, emphasizing the interplay between mantle processes and surface geology.

• Volcanology
• Natural Hazards Monitoring
• Disaster Risk and Resilience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Susanna Jenkins is an Associate Professor and Assistant Chair (Faculty) in the Asian School of the Environment at Nanyang Technological University (NTU). She specializes in hazard and risk assessment, particularly in volcanology. Her academic journey includes a PhD from Macquarie University (Australia), followed by postdoctoral positions at the University of Cambridge (UK) and the AXA Fellowship at the University of Bristol (UK). She currently leads research as Principal Investigator at the Earth Observatory of Singapore. Her research focuses on volcanic hazards, natural disaster monitoring, and resilience strategies. Key areas include tephra fall impacts, pyroclastic density currents, and vulnerability assessments for urban environments. She has contributed to global risk frameworks, including studies on cities exposed to volcanic threats and data-poor volcanic regions in Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Pacific. Jenkins has published extensively on volcanic risk modeling, including applications of machine learning for damage assessment and geospatial analysis for exposure mapping. Her work integrates multidisciplinary approaches, combining field data, remote sensing, and computational models to improve disaster preparedness. Notable achievements include the AXA Research Fellowship and collaborations on international projects like the SEATANI initiative studying submarine volcanism. As an academic leader, she bridges research and policy, emphasizing systemic risk perspectives and inclusive disaster management strategies. Her team at the Earth Observatory of Singapore addresses complex challenges in environmental hazards and societal resilience.

• Indoor Environmental Quality
• Energy Efficiency in Buildings
• Sustainable Architecture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Emmanuel Essah is a Professor at the University of Reading, specializing in indoor environmental quality, energy efficiency, and sustainable building design. His research focuses on optimizing ventilation systems, renewable energy integration, and the impact of built environments on human health and well-being. He has contributed to over 78 peer-reviewed publications and edited conference proceedings, including the WABER SuDBE 2024 conference. His work spans diverse fields such as healthcare environments, school design, and energy consumption in commercial settings. Key areas of expertise include biophilic design, HVAC optimization, and thermal comfort modeling. Essah has collaborated internationally on projects addressing climate-resilient buildings and indoor air quality, with notable contributions to understanding airborne transmission dynamics in schools during the pandemic. Research Interests: Indoor Air Quality, Energy Efficiency, Smart Buildings, Healthcare Environments Notable Projects: Impact of Plants on Well-being, Ventilation Strategies for Pandemic Mitigation, IoT in Smart Infrastructure His studies emphasize practical solutions for sustainable development, including retrofitting residential buildings and improving energy performance of photovoltaic systems. Essah has organized major conferences and served as an editor for academic journals, reflecting his leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research in the built environment sector.

Michael Schirraمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Economic Geology
• Fluid & Melt Inclusions
• Igneous Petrology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Schirra is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geoscience at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). His research focuses on magmatic-hydrothermal ore-forming processes, leveraging fluid/melt inclusions and advanced analytical techniques. He holds a PhD from ETH Zürich and academic degrees from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. Education: PhD, ETH Zürich, Switzerland (2021) MSc, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany (2016) BSc, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany (2014) Research Interests: Schirra investigates mineral exploration, igneous petrology, and hydrothermal systems. His work integrates microanalytical techniques like LA-ICP-MS, SEM, and geochemical modeling to understand ore-forming processes at crustal to mantle depths. Key areas include ultra-trace element analysis in inclusions and predictive modeling for deep-seated mineral deposits. Recent Publications: His work spans giant epithermal gold deposits, porphyry Cu-Au systems, and fluid evolution studies, emphasizing magmatic-hydrothermal linkages and isotopic analysis.

Christopher Gerbiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Rheology
• Geophysics
• Structural Geology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Gerbi is a Professor in the School of Earth and Climate Sciences and serves as Associate Dean for Research in the College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences at the University of Maine. His research focuses on rheology, geophysical methods, and deformation processes in rocks and ice. He investigates strain localization, stress heterogeneity, and radar/seismic wave propagation through numerical modeling, microanalysis, and field observations. Gerbi is also affiliated with the Maine Center for Research in STEM Education, contributing to educational initiatives in Earth and Climate Sciences. His research interests span structural geology, glaciology, and materials science. Notable contributions include studies on quartz microstructures in shear zones, seismic anisotropy, and the development of software tools like the TESA, PLC, and SeidarT packages for modeling deformation and wave propagation. Gerbi’s work bridges microstructural analysis with large-scale tectonic processes, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding crustal deformation mechanisms, ice dynamics, and off-fault damage zones. While active in research, he is currently not accepting new graduate students. Collaborative efforts with international teams underscore his commitment to advancing geophysical and educational research. Labs/Teams: His research group develops specialized software for geophysical modeling and collaborates on cryospheric and tectonic projects. Key tools include the ThermoElastic and Seismic Analysis (TESA) Toolbox and the Seismic and Radar Toolbox (SeidarT), designed for diverse geological applications.

Nicole Fernandezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geochemistry
• Biogeochemistry
• Hydrology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicole Fernandez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Cornell University, where she joined in January 2022. She holds a B.A. in Earth Sciences from Boston University (2015) and a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2020). Prior to her faculty role, she was a Cornell Provost’s Faculty Postdoctoral Fellow and a visiting scientist at ENSEGID (Institut Polytechnique de Bordeaux in France). Her research focuses on low-temperature geochemistry, integrating experimental and numerical modeling to study fluid-rock interactions, global water cycles, and their responses to climate change and land use alterations. Her work spans scales from mineral-water interfaces to regional river basins, leveraging stable isotopes and trace elements to trace biogeochemical and hydrologic processes. Key interests include silicate weathering dynamics, geochemical tracers in environmental systems, and planetary analog studies for Mars. Fernandez leads the Fernandez Research Group, advancing interdisciplinary approaches at the Cornell University Borehole Observatory (CUBO) and Sagehen Creek Basin, among other field sites. Her recent publications emphasize coupled geophysical-geochemical modeling, wildfire impacts on critical zone biogeochemistry, and Mars analog environments. She actively promotes diversity in geosciences through outreach initiatives like the YouTube series "Every Rock Has A Story." Research collaborations span global hydrology, subsurface carbon dynamics, and trace element cycling, reflecting her commitment to addressing Earth systems under climate change. Her work bridges laboratory experiments, field observations, and computational modeling to address pressing environmental questions.

Esteban Gazelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geochemistry
• Volcanology
• Planetary Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Esteban Gazel is the Charles N. Mellowes Professor in Engineering at Cornell University's Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. His research focuses on planetary processes involving magma, volcanoes, and mantle dynamics, with interdisciplinary collaborations in geochemistry, biotechnology, and exoplanet exploration. Gazel holds a B.S. in Geology from the University of Costa Rica (2004) and a Ph.D. in Geology from Rutgers University (2009). He pioneered studies on rare earth element (REE) bioleaching using engineered microbes, leading a $1M DOE-funded project with collaborators Barstow and Holycross. His work integrates field observations, lab experiments, and computational models to address global challenges in resource sustainability and climate change. Key Research Themes: Mantle plumes, subduction zone fluid dynamics, volcanic ash impacts, and exoplanet mineralogy. Major Grants: NSF GeoPrisms, NASA volcanology grants, and DoE bio-mining initiatives. Labs/Teams: Gazel Research Group (focused on mantle processes and exoplanet geochemistry). Teaching emphasizes active learning with real-world datasets, aiming to train next-generation Earth scientists. Awards include Cornell's highest teaching honor (Lazar Award) and Costa Rica's top scientific honor (Cloromido Picado Twight).

• Geochemistry
• Climate Change
• Coral Biomineralization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wenfeng Deng is an Honorary Associate Professor in the School of the Environment at the University of Queensland. His research focuses on applying geochemical theories and methods, particularly elemental and isotopic analyses, to study past climate and environmental changes. He has developed high-precision carbonate clumped isotope (Δ47) analysis methods and reconstructed Holocene climate records in the South China Sea and western Pacific. Education: Bachelor of Mineral Resources, China University of Geosciences Doctor of Philosophy of Geochemistry, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences Research Interests: Advanced clumped isotope approaches for climate evolution Holocene climate reconstruction in marine environments Coral biomineralization and climate adaptation His work clarifies biological effects on isotopic signatures in marine carbonates and explores coral resilience under environmental changes. Key contributions include refining clumped isotope applications and linking climate variability to anthropogenic influences.

• Geochemistry
• Geochronology
• Paleoclimatology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Yuexing Feng is an Honorary Associate Professor at the School of the Environment, The University of Queensland. His research centers on geochemical and geochronological techniques applied to geological and environmental systems, with affiliations exclusively tied to this institution. Research interests span geochemistry, geochronology, paleoclimatology, marine geology, and environmental science. Work emphasizes isotopic dating (e.g., U-Pb calcite, coral U-Th), fluid-rock interactions, and paleoenvironmental reconstructions. Key themes include hydrocarbon reservoir evolution, tectonic-climate linkages, and anthropogenic impacts on marine systems. Publications since 2023 predominantly focus on U-Pb geochronology in carbonate systems, isotopic tracing of fluid sources, paleoclimate dynamics from coral and speleothem proxies, and tectonic influences on mineralization. Trends indicate interdisciplinary approaches bridging geology, oceanography, and paleoanthropology. No awards, students, grants, or laboratory affiliations are documented in the provided text.

• Machine Systems Engineering
• Data Science and Digital Agriculture
• Precision Livestock Instrumentation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert Stwalley is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Biological Engineering at Purdue University, located in West Lafayette, Indiana. His research focuses on Machine Systems Engineering and Data Science applications in agriculture, with specific interests in Precision Livestock Instrumentation, BioEnergy systems, and STEM education initiatives. He leads projects addressing livestock thermal management through innovative cooling systems, sustainable water well technologies, and educational outreach programs. His work integrates engineering principles with agricultural challenges, emphasizing solutions for heat stress mitigation in livestock, off-road equipment design, and improving access to freshwater resources in developing regions. Notable contributions include the development of electronically controlled cooling pads for sows and mechanized tube well installation systems. Stwalley also actively engages in curriculum development for K-12 agricultural mechatronics education and mentorship programs to support underrepresented students in engineering. Research facilities affiliated with his work include the ADM Agricultural Innovation Center and the Maha Fluid Power Research Center. His projects frequently involve interdisciplinary collaboration with Purdue’s Discovery Park and international partners in Ghana and Haiti.

• Agricultural Safety
• STEM Education
• Farm Safety Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Roger Tormoehlen is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Biological Engineering at Purdue University. He holds a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Agricultural Education and Health and Safety from Purdue. He leads engineering initiatives in the Indiana 4-H program, focusing on aerospace, equipment safety, and disability inclusion through the Perfect Fit program. His research emphasizes computer-aided instruction and multimedia tools for youth education, including tractor safety and disaster preparedness programs. Dr. Tormoehlen has received numerous awards for safety advocacy, including the National Safety Council's Distinguished Service Award (2002). He develops curricula for PK-12 students and advises on agricultural safety standards. Education: B.S. Agricultural Education, Purdue University M.S. Agricultural Education, Purdue University Ph.D. Agricultural Health and Safety, Purdue University Research Interests: Dr. Tormoehlen pioneers innovative educational technologies to enhance agricultural safety and STEM engagement. His work bridges formal and informal learning through 4-H programs, emphasizing: Youth exposure to engineering concepts via hands-on projects Disability-inclusive agricultural education Multimedia tools for non-formal education environments Awards: National Safety Council's Award of Honor (1991) Blue Ribbon Awards (ASAE, 1983-1998) Professional Skills Award (Agricultural Communicators in Education, 1992) First Place National Safety Council Research Project (1993) Advising & Outreach: Leads 4-H engineering initiatives, mentors youth in STEM competitions, and collaborates on national safety programs like Gearing Up for Safety. His work extends to developing safety certification exams and training modules for young agricultural workers. Labs/Teams: Central to Purdue's 4-H educational infrastructure, collaborating with ADM Agricultural Innovation Center and Maha Fluid Power Research Center for applied safety and engineering solutions.

Joseph E. Shepherdمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Explosion Dynamics
• Shock Waves
• Hypersonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joseph E. Shepherd is the C.L. "Kelly" Johnson Professor of Aeronautics and Mechanical Engineering at Caltech, specializing in explosion dynamics, shock waves, and hypersonic flows. His research examines extreme fluid mechanics phenomena through experiments and modeling, with applications to industrial safety, nuclear power, and aerospace systems. Professor Shepherd leads the Explosion Dynamics Laboratory, studying combustion, detonations, and fluid-structure interactions. His group has investigated high-profile accidents including the TWA Flight 800 crash and Fukushima nuclear disaster to improve safety protocols. Current work focuses on blast wave propagation, hypersonic flow physics, and energy conversion technologies. He currently advises graduate students in explosion dynamics and teaches courses in nonsteady gasdynamics.