جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Klaus Birkhoferمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Ecosystem Functioning
• Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Klaus Birkhofer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biodiversity and Evolution at Lund University. His research focuses on biodiversity-ecosystem functioning, conservation ecology, predator-prey interactions, soil biology, and landscape ecology. He investigates how anthropogenic interventions like land-use and climate change impact biodiversity and ecosystem services, emphasizing trade-offs and synergies between services. Research Interests Relationships between biodiversity changes and ecosystem functions Impact of crop/grassland management on community composition Food-web dynamics and biological control in agroecosystems Soil-plant interactions and multifunctionality in agricultural systems Landscapes' effects on spatial distribution and biodiversity Recent Research Trends His work emphasizes ecosystem services in agroecosystems, including studies on spiders' roles, organic farming impacts, and drought effects on soil biota. Key themes include sustainable land-use practices, climate resilience, and biodiversity conservation. Grants & Projects SOILCLIM: Managing soil biodiversity under climate change Ground cover management in South African orchards Landscape-mediated bird community changes Advising & Teams He supervises students like K. Kozjek and D. Kundel, and collaborates on projects addressing soil microbiology, agroecology, and conservation practices.

Sean Powersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fisheries Ecology
• Marine Conservation
• Restoration Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sean Powers serves as the Angelia and Steven Stokes Endowed Professor in Environmental Resiliency and Director of the Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences at the University of South Alabama, while also holding the position of Senior Marine Scientist at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. His dual roles bridge academic leadership and frontline marine research in the Gulf of Mexico ecosystem. Dr. Powers completed his Ph.D. at Texas A&M University in 1997, establishing the foundation for his expertise in marine fisheries and ecosystem dynamics. This advanced training equipped him for his current focus on conservation science and resource management. His research program centers on fisheries ecology with emphases on conservation and restoration of coastal shellfish and finfish populations. Powers investigates ecological relationships of estuarine fishes and benthic invertebrates supporting commercial and recreational fisheries, aiming to generate actionable science for habitat restoration and sustainable management. His work frequently addresses human impacts on marine ecosystems and climate change adaptation strategies, with particular attention to Gulf of Mexico fisheries. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on red snapper, red drum, and oyster reef systems through integrated approaches combining field surveys, biophysical modeling, and long-term monitoring. Key themes include artificial reef efficacy, oil spill impacts on marine communities, and fisheries management responses to regulatory changes, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary collaboration across ecology, conservation, and policy domains. Dr. Powers currently mentors eight graduate students across Ph.D. and master's programs while securing major research funding from Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, NOAA, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and NOAA RESTORE Science Program. His active grants address ecosystem-based fisheries management, artificial reef monitoring, oyster restoration, and estuarine fish dynamics. Embedded within the Dauphin Island Sea Lab research infrastructure, Powers leverages extensive field access to Gulf of Mexico ecosystems while maintaining strong partnerships with state and federal management agencies to ensure his science directly informs conservation decisions.

Sam Wassمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Early Childhood Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Sam Wass is a developmental cognitive neuroscientist at the University of East London (UEL), holding the position of Director of the Institute for the Science of Early Years and Youth (ISEY). His research focuses on how early life environments and caregiver interactions influence attention and stress regulation in infants and young children. He leads the BabyDevLab, funded by the European Research Council and UK research councils, exploring naturalistic observational methods to study developmental dynamics. Wass is also active in science communication, appearing in media across TV, radio, and print, and collaborates with organizations like Lego and Public Health England. His work emphasizes the interplay between physiological arousal and cognitive control, challenging traditional allostatic models with dynamic systems perspectives. Education details are not explicitly mentioned, but his academic roles and research indicate advanced training in psychology and neuroscience. His research integrates EEG hyperscanning, physiological measurements, and behavioral observations to understand coregulation processes. He has pioneered studies on attentional foraging, arousal dynamics, and the impact of environmental complexity. Wass co-founded Nest Kids, offering training for early years practitioners. His interdisciplinary approach addresses real-world challenges, such as urban school environments and caregiver-infant interaction dynamics. Research interests include attention control, arousal regulation, early developmental environments, and the application of non-linear dynamics (e.g., attractor basins) to model self-regulatory processes. He critiques simplistic homeostatic models, highlighting 'sticky' states in arousal dynamics. Media engagements include appearances on BBC, ITV, and Channel 4, as well as roles in public campaigns and documentaries like The Secret Life of 4- to 6-Year-Olds . His funded projects include studies on attention training interventions for infants at risk of ADHD (INTERSTAARS trial) and environmental stressors' effects. Grants and collaborations span multiple disciplines, reflecting his emphasis on translational research. Wass's lab, ISEY, is based in East London's socioeconomically diverse area, emphasizing community-relevant research.

• Cognitive Science
• Developmental Psychology
• Educational Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erin Isbilen is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Child Study Center (Yale School of Medicine), where she investigates how domain-general cognitive mechanisms underpin sophisticated linguistic behaviors. Her research spans word learning , sentence processing , and reading development in pre-literate and early-literate children. PhD in Cognitive Science, Cornell University NSF GRFP recipient for dissertation on statistical learning NIH K99-funded work on neural markers of statistical learning Her research employs advanced methodologies including EEG frequency tagging and longitudinal studies to uncover predictors of reading readiness. Collaborations include the LLAMB Lab (Yale) and interdisciplinary teams integrating systems immunology and quantitative biology . Scientific Contributions: Published key findings on orthographic positional biases , chunking mechanisms , and emotional mediation in cross-modal associations . Her meta-analysis on 25 years of statistical learning research has become a foundational reference. Key Awards: Cognitive Science Society’s Glushko Dissertation Prize (2023) NIH K99 Pathway to Independence Grant NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

Andrew Pomfretمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Intelligent Systems
• Robotics
• Flight Control
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew Pomfret is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Electronic Engineering at the University of York. His research focuses on intelligent systems and robotics, with expertise in avionics, cognitive networking, and control engineering. He actively supervises PhD students in areas like fault-tolerant systems and multi-agent systems. His work spans robotics, control systems, and interdisciplinary applications in aerospace and environmental science. Education & Affiliations: Electronic Engineering (Lecturer, University of York) Research Interests: Flight control, evolutionary algorithms, structural reconfiguration, image processing, and robotics. His recent work emphasizes robotic swarm intelligence, cooperative transport systems, and eigenstructure assignment in control systems. Publications: His research explores topics like error diversity in robotic swarms, cooperative robotic communication, and helicopter handling qualities. Key areas include swarm task partitioning, multi-agent coordination, and control system optimization. Grants & Projects: Upscaling of greenhouse gas emissions from freshwater wetlands (NERC-funded, 2017–2019) SkyGas: Development of a new technique for determining watershed/airshed gas fluxes (NERC-funded, 2012–2013) Labs/Teams: Collaborates with research groups in robotics and control systems at the University of York, focusing on interdisciplinary projects involving autonomous systems and environmental monitoring.

• Ecology
• Organismic Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nathan Senner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Conservation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His research focuses on the ecology and evolution of avian migration, particularly in shorebirds, with an emphasis on understanding how environmental changes influence migratory behavior, habitat use, and conservation strategies. His work integrates field studies, tracking technologies, and ecological modeling to address global challenges in biodiversity conservation. Research interests include migratory connectivity, climate change impacts, phenological shifts in migration, and the ecological drivers of habitat suitability for shorebirds. He leads projects exploring the effects of sea-level rise on endangered species, the role of stopover sites in migration, and the behavioral flexibility of birds in response to environmental pressures. Recent studies highlight his contributions to understanding migration strategies, the application of isotopic and tracking data for conservation, and the importance of citizen science in monitoring bird populations. His work spans diverse ecosystems from Arctic breeding grounds to South American wetlands, emphasizing cross-continental collaboration in ecological research.

Kathryn Arnoldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biodiversity Conservation
• Wildlife Ecology
• Avian Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Kathryn Arnold is a Professor of Ecology in the Department of Environment and Geography at the University of York. She has led interdisciplinary research at the intersection of science, policy, and regulation for over 20 years. Her current roles include Co-lead of the Food, Water and Waste Theme at the York Environmental Sustainability Institute (YESI) and former Dean of the York Graduate Research School (2020-2024). She holds a Royal Society University Research Fellowship and has pioneered projects like the Yorkshire Consortium for Equity in Doctoral Education (YCEDE), a £4M initiative addressing racial equity in postgraduate research. Education: BSc Biological Sciences (University of East Anglia/University of Bonn, Germany) and PhD Zoology (University of Queensland, Australia). Professional roles include heading Defra’s EU Exit Strategy team (Resources and Waste division) and academic positions across Australia and the UK. Research focuses on environmental change impacts, including chemical contaminants and habitat management on biodiversity. Key areas include antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in wildlife, ecotoxicology, and avian behavioral ecology. Fieldwork spans Cambodia, the Maldives, Arctic regions, and UK habitats like the Humberhead Peatlands. Scientific contributions include over 80 publications and leadership in collaborative networks. Awards include the Royal Society Fellowship. Active in policy, she co-authored a Lancet Planetary Health paper on One Health approaches to AMR. Supervises PhD students in biodiversity conservation, environmental ecotoxicology, and ecosystem services. Grants and collaborations include NERC-funded racism studies in environmental sciences and EPSRC projects on AMR drivers. Leads national and international initiatives to enhance equity in doctoral education and wildlife conservation.

Sevan Suniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Conservation Genetics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Sevan Suni is an Associate Professor of Biology at the University of San Francisco, investigating how environmental change influences evolutionary trajectories and conservation status of populations. Her research focuses on drought/deforestation impacts on plant-pollinator interactions and enhancing positive feedback between natural and human-dominated areas. She holds a PhD in Biology from Stanford University and a BA from Colorado College. Research examines genetic and ecological responses to environmental stressors across diverse systems, including bees in fragmented landscapes, floral trait adaptation to water limitation, urbanization effects on pollination networks, and climate-associated morphological shifts. Her work integrates landscape genetics, behavioral ecology, and conservation biology. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on pollinator conservation under global change, with recent studies quantifying genetic diversity loss despite gene flow, urbanization impacts on floral specialization, and climate-driven phenotypic changes. Research frequently involves undergraduate participation in data collection.

• Neuroscience
• Genetics
• Molecular Biology
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Michael Nitabach is a Professor of Cellular and Molecular Physiology, Genetics, and Neuroscience at Yale University's School of Medicine. He holds primary appointments in Cellular & Molecular Physiology and secondary roles in Genetics and Neuroscience. His research focuses on neural circuitry underlying behavior, decision-making, and circadian rhythms using Drosophila and C. elegans models. Nitabach earned a JD from New York University (1998) and a PhD in Biochemistry from Columbia University (1995). Education: PhD, Columbia University; JD, New York University Affiliations: Kavli Institute for Neuroscience, MD-PhD Program, Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program His work explores how neuronal circuits integrate sensory information and neurotransmitter systems to regulate behaviors such as foraging, decision-making, and sleep. Recent studies include identifying neural ensembles governing sensory conflict resolution and mechanisms linking food odors to longevity. Nitabach’s interdisciplinary approach combines genetics, electrophysiology, and optogenetics to dissect complex behaviors. Labs/Teams: Nitabach Lab focuses on circadian clocks, neurophysiology, and decision-making circuits. Collaborators include leaders in neuroscience and immunology, such as Erol Fikrig and Mario Felix.

Shervin Shahrokhi Tehraniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Marketing Strategy
• Consumer Behavior
• Structural Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shervin Shahrokhi Tehrani is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at the Jindal School of Management (JSOM), University of Texas at Dallas. He holds a dual Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management (2018) and a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Toronto's Department of Mathematics (2012). His academic background also includes a B.A. in Mathematics from the University of Tabriz (2004) and an M.Sc. in Mathematics from Sharif University of Technology (2006). His research focuses on marketing strategy and consumer behavior, employing structural modeling, game theory, and machine learning methodologies. Key research topics include expert recommendation systems, social influence dynamics in online search, heuristic exploration strategies, and political fundraising mechanisms. His work has been published in top journals like Marketing Science and Management Science . Teaching responsibilities include Predictive Analytics (MKT/BUAN 6337), Marketing Model III (MKT 7316), and Principles of Marketing (MKT 3300). Professional memberships include the INFORMS Society for Marketing Science, The Econometrics Society, and the American Marketing Association. His academic contributions span both marketing and pure mathematics, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise.

Christopher Dalyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Geospatial Climatology
• Climate Mapping
• Environmental Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Daly is a Research Professor in the Department of Chemical, Biological, and Environmental Engineering at Oregon State University. He leads the PRISM Climate Group, a world-renowned team specializing in spatial climate analysis, and serves as Chief Scientist at the Northwest Alliance for Computational Science and Engineering. His work focuses on geospatial climatology, developing methodologies like the PRISM climate mapping system to analyze precipitation, temperature, and humidity patterns. He contributed to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and maintains long-term climate datasets extending back to 1895. Education: Ph.D. (General Science), Oregon State University, 1994 M.A. (Forest Geography), University of Colorado, 1984 B.S. (Atmospheric Sciences), University of California at Davis, 1978 Research Interests: Daly’s interdisciplinary research integrates climatology, geography, and environmental science to address spatial climate patterns and their ecological impacts. Key areas include microclimate refugia, mountain climatology, and applications of spatial data in agriculture and renewable energy. His PRISM system enables high-resolution climate modeling critical for environmental policymaking and resource management. Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes climate extremes (e.g., 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome), spatial modeling advancements (e.g., solar irradiance mapping), and ecological impacts (e.g., species distribution models). Cross-disciplinary projects bridge climate science with biomedical studies (e.g., spinal disc mechanics). Awards: 2004 American Meteorological Society Applied Meteorology Award Grants & Labs: Directs the PRISM Climate Group and collaborates with agencies like USDA. His teams produce foundational climate datasets used globally in agriculture, forestry, and climate adaptation strategies. Labs/Teams: PRISM Climate Group, Northwest Alliance for Computational Science and Engineering, and collaborative projects with the Andrews Experimental Forest.

Javier Apfeldمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cellular Redox Chemistry
• Multicellular Aging
• Neuronal Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Javier Apfeld is an Associate Professor of Biology at Northeastern University’s College of Science, leading the Apfeld Lab. His research focuses on cellular redox chemistry and multicellular aging in the nematode C. elegans, particularly investigating how oxidative stress impacts tissue function and aging-related diseases. His work integrates molecular biology, live imaging, and systems biology approaches to study redox regulation across molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. Research interests include neuronal biology, protein oxidation dynamics, and lifespan regulation. He employs CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing and genetically encoded biosensors for real-time protein oxidation monitoring in live organisms. Key themes include environmental stress responses, microbiome interactions, and the neuroendocrine control of survival strategies in C. elegans. Publications highlight studies on temperature-dependent stress defenses, toxin avoidance mechanisms, and the role of HSF-1 in peroxide stress protection. His lab also explores translational applications of C. elegans models for understanding human diseases like Parkinson’s and diabetes. No specific awards are listed, but his work has been featured in media articles discussing aging biology and organismal stress adaptation. Advising and grants are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, though his lab’s collaborative projects suggest involvement in experiential learning initiatives. The Apfeld Lab is located in the Mugar Life Sciences Building (134 MU), Boston.

Cari Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geology
• Physical Geography
• Environmental Geoscience
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cari Johnson is a Professor of Geology & Geophysics at the University of Utah, with a research focus on sedimentary basin analysis and tectonic evolution. Her work spans global perspectives on basin and energy systems, subsurface reservoir characterization, and anthropogenic sedimentary systems like Lake Powell. She has advised over 30 graduate and undergraduate researchers and postdoctoral associates. Geology & Geophysics Department, University of Utah Orcid: 0000-0002-6260-0736 Her research interests include tectonic evolution of Asia, sedimentary basin dynamics, energy systems modeling, and modern reservoir sediment analysis. She has led collaborative grants such as 'SUTURING THE HEART OF ASIA: TECTONICS OF THE MONGOL-OKHOTSK OCEAN CLOSURE' and industry partnerships with Chevron, ConocoPhillips, and Shell. Scientific awards include the Robert Mitchum Best Paper Award (2016), Grover E. Murray Distinguished Educator Award (2016), SEPM Outstanding Presentation Award (2016), and Fellow of the Geological Society of America (2015). She received the Dickinson Medal from the Society for Sedimentary Geology in 2021. Dr. Johnson's teaching activities encompass courses like Tectonics and Sedimentary Basins , Special Topics , and Field Geology . She served as Chair of the SEPM Foundation board (2025) and organized the Energy Transitions Conference (2024).

Michel Loreauمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Theoretical Ecology
• Biodiversity Science
• Ecosystem Functioning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michel Loreau is an Exceptional-grade Research Director at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and an Adjunct Professor at McGill University. His career has been dedicated to integrating community, evolutionary and ecosystem ecology through rigorous theoretical and empirical research. He has held successive academic positions at McGill University (Tier 1 Canada Research Chair), Pierre and Marie Curie University (Paris), and the Free University of Brussels, and has served in leadership roles for numerous international biodiversity science initiatives including DIVERSITAS and IPBES. Education No explicit educational degrees are listed in the provided materials; however, his career trajectory from Research Assistant at the Belgian National Fund for Scientific Research (1977–1983) to Exceptional-grade CNRS Director implies advanced training in ecology and mathematics. Research Interests Theoretical foundations for a unified ecological synthesis integrating community, evolutionary and ecosystem ecology. Biodiversity–ecosystem functioning relationships and the ecological and societal consequences of biodiversity loss. Metacommunity and metaecosystem ecology, emphasizing spatial and evolutionary dimensions. Conservation biology and global change ecology, linking science to policy for biodiversity and ecosystem services. Loreau’s work uniquely combines mathematical modeling with experimental and empirical validation across terrestrial and aquatic systems, aiming to provide predictive frameworks for managing biodiversity under global change. Publication Trends His 300+ publications, including landmark papers in Nature , Science and PNAS , chart the evolution of biodiversity science from foundational theory (metacommunity concepts, insurance hypothesis) to integrative syntheses and policy-oriented assessments. A clear temporal trend shows increasing focus on the functional consequences of biodiversity change, ecosystem stability, and the translation of ecological science into governance mechanisms. Scientific Awards Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (Academy of Science) – 2010 Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal – 2013 Per Brinck Oikos Award (Sweden) – 2011 Tomlinson Science Award, McGill University – 2009 Silver Medal of the National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) – 2004 International Ecology Institute Prize (ECI, Germany) – 2002 Max Poll Prize, Royal Academy of Belgium – 1993 Agathon De Potter Prize, Royal Academy of Belgium – 1991 Winner, Annual Competition of the Royal Academy of Belgium – 1983 Paul Brien Prize (Belgium) – 1976 Leadership & Governance Roles Loreau has initiated and chaired major international programmes: Linking Community and Ecosystem Ecology programme, European Science Foundation DIVERSITAS – restructured and chaired the global biodiversity science programme International Conference on Biodiversity Science and Governance, under the patronage of the President of France and UNESCO Consultative process leading to the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) His advisory activities span national and international scientific committees, bridging ecology and policy for biodiversity conservation and sustainable ecosystem management. Laboratory & Research Teams While no specific laboratory names are provided, Loreau’s affiliation with CNRS’s EcoEx research unit (http://www.ecoex-moulis.cnrs.fr) and his leadership of large collaborative networks indicate that he directs interdisciplinary teams integrating theoreticians, empiricists and policy analysts.

Ewa Krzyszczykمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Behavioural Ecology
• Marine Biology
• Marine Mammal Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ewa Krzyszczyk is a Lecturer in Zoology at Bangor University's School of Environmental and Natural Sciences. She serves as the Director of Student Engagement and Director of the BSc/MSc Zoology with Marine Zoology program, while also co-managing the BSc Zoology with Foundation Year. Her academic journey began at Bangor University where she earned her BSc in Zoology with Marine Zoology (2003) and MSc in Marine Mammal Science (2005), followed by a PhD in behavioral ecology from Georgetown University (2013). Her educational background includes: PhD in Age determination, life history and juvenile behavior in bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops sp.) in Shark Bay, Australia, Georgetown University (2013) MSc in Marine Mammal Science, Bangor University (2005) BSc in Zoology with Marine Zoology, Bangor University (2003) Dr. Krzyszczyk's research is centered in behavioral ecology, with a focus on understanding how behavior changes with environment, age, disease, and anthropogenic effects. She applies novel approaches to quantify these interactions and their consequences within and between ecosystems. Her work spans marine mammal behavior, particularly bottlenose dolphins at Shark Bay and St. Johns River, as well as reef health assessment in the Turks and Caicos Islands where she studied fishing pressure, Black Spot Syndrome effects, and lionfish culling management. Her recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on bottlenose dolphin social behavior, disease transmission, and conservation. The articles reveal strong patterns in studying social networks, mortality risks, and behavioral adaptations across different environmental conditions. Her work bridges theoretical behavioral ecology with practical conservation applications, particularly in marine ecosystems. Among her scientific recognitions is a Teaching Fellowship awarded in 2023. She has published extensively on bottlenose dolphin behavior, social structures, and conservation issues. As an educator, Dr. Krzyszczyk teaches across multiple modules including Practical Skills, Field Trips, Invertebrates, and Dissertation in Biological Sciences. She is module organizer for Science Communication and Essential Biology. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes student engagement and experiential learning, believing that 'involve them and they will understand.' She has also taught Marine Resource Management, Directed Research, Tropical Marine Ecosystems, and Marine Megafauna Ecology while working with The School for Field Studies. Dr. Krzyszczyk maintains active research collaborations across institutions and her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to marine conservation and environmental protection.