جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Erik Blombergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wildlife Ecology
• Population Dynamics
• Demographics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Erik Blomberg is Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Chair of the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Conservation Biology at the University of Maine, within the College of Natural Sciences, Forestry and Agriculture. He leads a dynamic research lab focused on wildlife population dynamics and conservation, supported by the Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station and McIntire-Stennis funding. Ph.D., Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology, University of Nevada, Reno M.Sc., Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island Dr. Blomberg's research centers on understanding how environmental change affects wildlife populations, with a focus on gamebirds (ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, American woodcock), bats, American eels, and greater sage-grouse. His lab uses advanced demographic modeling and GPS telemetry to study survival, reproduction, migration, and habitat use. His work directly informs conservation and management strategies in collaboration with state and federal agencies. His recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on migration ecology, population modeling, and conservation science. Projects like the Eastern Woodcock Migration Research Cooperative demonstrate a trend toward large-scale, collaborative science integrating tracking technology with demographic analysis to address pressing wildlife management questions across North America. Dr. Blomberg is actively involved in mentoring graduate students and teaching key courses including Wildlife Population Dynamics (WLE 410/411), Gamebird Ecology (WLE 435), and Applied Population Ecology (WLE 650). He co-instructs the department’s field course and supervises research in the Wildlife Demographics Lab. His research is funded through the McIntire-Stennis Project ME042116 and Experiment Station contributions, supporting long-term studies on grouse ecology and woodcock migration. He has established strong partnerships with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and the Cooperative Forestry Research Unit. The Wildlife Demographics Lab, housed in Nutting Hall, is a hub for quantitative wildlife ecology, training the next generation of conservation scientists in demographic analysis, field methods, and conservation planning.

• Forest Genetics
• Afforestation
• Conservation Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Branislav Cvjetković is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Forestry, University of Banja Luka. His primary affiliations include the Department of Forest Genetics and Afforestation. He holds a doctorate and has been active in academic roles since at least 2010. His work focuses on forest genetics, afforestation strategies, and the conservation of endangered tree species like Picea omorika. Research interests include: forest genetics resource management, climate change impacts on forest ecosystems, tree physiology under stress conditions, and sustainable afforestation practices. He has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work emphasizing drought resilience in seedlings, non-native tree species management, and genetic conservation. Key projects include studies on Serbian spruce (Picea omorika) conservation, climate adaptation in forest plantations, and the use of innovative growing media for seedling production. He has coordinated international projects such as the PEN-CAFoRR initiative and contributed to EU-funded research on non-native tree species (e.g., COST Action CA21157). Grants and collaborations involve national and international funding bodies, including the Ministry of Science of Republika Srpska and EU programs. His work integrates policy recommendations for forest management, emphasizing climate resilience and biodiversity preservation. He co-authored textbooks on forest afforestation and participates in editorial roles for scientific journals.

• Environmental Law
• International Environmental Law
• Climate Change Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Takacs is an Associate Professor at UC Law, San Francisco, specializing in environmental law, biodiversity conservation, and climate change governance. His work bridges international legal frameworks with localized ecological challenges, emphasizing equity and human rights. Research interests span Climate change law and adaptation Biodiversity conservation and offsetting Water law and rights of nature Property rights and environmental governance Ecological democracy and REDD+ International environmental agreements His recent publications (2023-2025) focus on the climate-biodiversity nexus, legal personhood for ecosystems, and systemic disruptions to environmental law. Earlier works (2016-2022) analyze wilderness protections, koala conservation, and equity in forest carbon projects. Key collaborators include scholars from Albany Law School, University of Kansas School of Law, and Lewis & Clark Law School, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to environmental policy and land use regulation.

Husain Najafiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Hydrological Forecasting
• Climate Risk Assessment
• Environmental Informatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Husain Najafi is a hydrological forecasting expert at the Department of Computational Hydrosystems within the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ). He specializes in operational early warning systems for floods and droughts, currently leading national-scale impact-based forecasting platforms in Germany while supporting international initiatives under the WMO's Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems (MHEWS) framework. Research Highlights Developed FFS4DE (Germany's experimental high-resolution flood forecast system) Created HS2S (Sub-seasonal Soil Moisture Forecast System for drought prediction) Contributed to UNDRR and IPCC aligned climate risk frameworks Active member of the IDMP expert network for drought management Scientific Contributions 2024 Nature Communications paper on 10-meter floodplain inundation modeling Recipient of UFZ Young Scientist Award 2022 for operational drought forecasting Key contributor to ESA 4DHydro project for hyperresolution hydrological modeling

Charles M. Ruffnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Old-Growth Forest Ecology
• Fire History
• Prescribed Burning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Charles M. Ruffner, Professor at Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Department of Forestry, specializes in old-growth forest ecology, fire history, and international forestry development. His research integrates dendrochronology, prescribed burning, and climate-vegetation interactions to advance ecological restoration practices. Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University (1999) M.S. & B.S., Pennsylvania State University (1995) US Army Field Artillery Surveyor (1986-1994) Ruffner's work focuses on fire ecology in the Central Hardwoods region, global development projects in Afghanistan and other conflict zones, and sustainable land-use practices. His recent publications highlight cross-disciplinary applications in dendrochronology, threatened species conservation, and post-conflict resource management. Key awards include the Global War on Terror Medal for Civilians (2012-2013), NATO Medal with ISAF Bar (2012-2013), Mississippi Distinguished Civilian Service Medal (2013), and recognition for leadership in training National Guard forces. He teaches courses in fire management, forest measurements, historical ecology, and international natural resources. Ruffner also leads study abroad programs to Ireland, Scotland, and Bavaria and collaborates with local agencies through the SIUC Fire Dawg crew.

Jackie Zeemanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Assessment of Student Learning
• Interprofessional Education
• Co-curricular Activities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jackie Zeeman, PharmD, serves as Associate Professor and Assistant Dean of PharmD Strategy and Assessment at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. She holds additional roles as Associate Director of the Office of Organizational Effectiveness, Planning and Assessment (OE), and Assessment Lead for the Provost Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice. Her work focuses on curriculum assessment, student learning evaluation, and quality improvement processes. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, Wake Forest University Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Postgraduate Year-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency, Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital/UTHSC Fellowship in Assessment of Student Learning and Scholarship of Education, UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Dr. Zeeman’s research emphasizes assessment in informal learning environments, including admissions processes, co-curricular experiences, and professional competency development. She chairs the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Institutional Research and Assessment Committee (IRAC) and contributes to standing committees on Student Affairs and Professional Affairs. Her work integrates interprofessional collaboration and continuous quality improvement across academic programs, with a focus on evidence-based educational practices.

• Silviculture
• Forest Management
• Hardwood Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James S. Meadows serves as a Researcher affiliated with Mississippi State University's College of Forest Resources and the USDA Forest Service. His work focuses on developing environmentally sustainable silvicultural practices for hardwood forests across the southern United States, specifically targeting growth enhancement, quality improvement, and economic value optimization in river bottom and streamside ecosystems. Dr. Meadows holds a Ph.D. from Mississippi State University, establishing his academic foundation in forest science. His research spans critical areas including silviculture, hardwood ecology, tree physiology (with specialization in epicormic branching dynamics), forest modeling, and sustainable forestry systems. Research Framework: Executes work through four integrated components: (1) Applied studies of partial cuttings in natural stands, (2) Fundamental investigations into bole quality mechanisms, (3) Development of decision-support models for thinning prescriptions, and (4) Synthesis of practical management guidelines. Field Context: Primarily conducts research in natural bottomland hardwood forests, with supplementary studies in oak plantations and loessial upland ecosystems. No scientific awards, student mentorship records, or grant details were specified in source materials. Similarly, laboratory facilities and collaborative team structures were not documented in the provided information.

Demina Anastasia Viktorovnaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Dendroecology
• Environmental Monitoring
• Climate Change
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Demina Anastasia Viktorovna serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Construction and Economics at Khakass Technical Institute, a branch of Siberian Federal University in Abakan, Republic of Khakassia, Russia. She teaches diverse subjects including Descriptive geometry, Engineering and computer graphics, Basics of construction, Environmental Impact Assessment, Project management, Ecology, and Business communication ethics. Her academic credentials include higher education from Khakass Technical Institute – branch of Krasnoyarsk State Technical University (2006) with Engineer qualification, and a Candidate of Biological Sciences degree earned in 2022 with dissertation on "Features of the ecological-climatic response of radial growth of Scots pine in two moisture-deficient regions of Siberia." She has completed extensive professional development through Siberian Federal University's Institute of Continuous Education, including programs in Geoinformation Technologies, Inclusive Education, and various e-learning methodologies. Dr. Demina's research focuses on dendroecology and environmental monitoring, examining how tree growth patterns reflect climate changes in Siberia. Her work uniquely bridges biological sciences with construction engineering, creating an interdisciplinary approach to environmental impact assessment. With 19 years of total work experience (17 in her specialty), she has established herself as an expert in dendroclimatic analysis. Her publication record shows consistent focus on dendrochronology with recent expansion into applied environmental planning. The most recent works examine Khakassia Geopark development and detailed climatic responses in forest-steppe ecosystems, demonstrating progression from fundamental research to practical applications in regional development. Letter of gratitude from the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Khakassia (2022) Dr. Demina has served as executor in multiple RFBR research projects examining forest-forming species' climatic responses, recreational load impacts on forest stands, and dendroclimatic reconstruction of agricultural yields. Her citation metrics include RSCI-25 and Scopus-2, with cumulative impact factor of 0.935 according to Scopus data. She actively participates in the Scientific and Research Laboratory "Dendroecology and Environmental Monitoring" at KhTI, where her interdisciplinary work connects construction engineering with environmental science disciplines.

Gavrikov Vladimir Leonidovichمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Forest Ecology
• Dendrochemistry
• Carbon Cycle Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gavrikov Vladimir Leonidovich holds the academic rank of Associate Professor at the Institute of Fundamental Biology and Biotechnology, Siberian Federal University. He serves as a leading researcher in the Scientific and Educational Laboratory of Environmental Monitoring, focusing on forest growth modeling and boreal ecosystem dynamics under climate change. His work spans dendrochemistry, carbon cycle analysis, and sustainable forest management. Key research themes include: Modeling tree and stand growth Late Holocene Asian boreal forest dynamics Elemental distribution in conifer wood Carbon sequestration potential in Siberian taiga Environmental radioactivity (Cs-137) in forest systems Applications of binomial coefficients to ecological modeling Recent publications analyze: Stable elemental relationships in Scots pine wood Climate change impacts on two-species treeline forests Carbon pool partitioning in boreal ecosystems Phenomenological models for carbon-sequestering forests He actively teaches forest taxation, management, and scientific communication in English, contributing to international ecological research collaboration.

• Hydrology
• Groundwater Modeling
• Surface Water Interactions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rosemary Carroll is a Research Professor in Hydrology at the Desert Research Institute (DRI), where she contributes to the Graduate Program of Hydrologic Sciences. Her work focuses on understanding complex water systems, particularly in mountainous and snow-dominated regions of the western United States. Dr. Carroll's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Hydrology from the University of Nevada, Reno (2010) M.S. in Hydrology from the University of Nevada, Reno (1999) B.S. in Physics from Bates College, Lewiston, Maine (1989) Dr. Carroll's research spans multiple dimensions of hydrological science, with particular expertise in groundwater-surface water interactions and integrated watershed modeling . Her work addresses critical challenges in water resources management through: Numerical modeling of groundwater and surface water interactions Application of MODFLOW and MODSIM for water rights transfers Investigating climate impacts on mercury transport and bioaccumulation Developing integrated models to understand climate-vegetation-hydrology linkages Incorporating remote sensing data into hydrological model evaluation Using stable isotope techniques to trace water sources and pathways Her research emphasizes snow-dominated headwater systems and agricultural hydrology , with growing attention to the implications of climate change for water security in the western United States. Analysis of Dr. Carroll's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals several key trends: Increasing focus on groundwater dynamics in mountain systems as climate buffers Development of novel isotope techniques for understanding water sourcing and age Examination of how declining snowpack affects streamflow and water availability Integration of physical hydrology with ecological and social dimensions Application of advanced modeling approaches to address water resource challenges Dr. Carroll actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions through the Watershed Function Science Focus Area, contributing significantly to our understanding of mountain hydrology and informing water management decisions in snow-dependent regions.

• Soil Ecology
• Forest Ecology
• Environmental Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wende Yan is a researcher affiliated with Central South University of Forestry and Technology , with notable contributions to soil ecology, forest nutrient cycling, and environmental science. She has co-authored numerous studies on subtropical forest ecosystems, focusing on nitrogen dynamics, litterfall manipulation, drought impacts, and phytoremediation.

• Forest Engineering
• Forest Products Transportation
• Environmental Impact of Forestry Operations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lecturer Çiğdem ÖZER GENÇ is a faculty member at Kastamonu University , specifically within the Faculty of Forestry and the Department of Forest Engineering . She has been employed at Kastamonu University since 2012 and has been working as a Doktor Öğretim Üyesi (Doctoral Lecturer) since 2022. Her research areas include Forest Engineering, Forest Products Transportation, Environmental Impact of Forestry Operations, Forest Soil Ecology, and Remote Sensing in Forestry. She has published extensively in these areas, with a focus on the effects of logging techniques on soil respiration, use of remote sensing technologies to monitor forest degradation, and the environmental impact of forestry operations. Some of her recent publications include: "Effect of Timber Harvesting Techniques and Slopes on Soil Respiration of Young and Mature Black Pine Stands in Northwestern Türkiye" (2025) "Impact of forestry operations on forest soil respiration depending on stands features in Kastamonu, Turkiye" (2025) "Monitoring the operational changes in surface reflectances after logging, based on popular indices over Sentinel-2, Landsat-8, and ASTER imageries" (2025) "Burn severity evaluation in black pine forests with topographical factors using Sentinel-2 in Kastamonu, Turkiye" (2023) She has also contributed to: "Investigation of mining-access roads within the general concept of forest roads" (2023) "Developing a Harvest Plan by Considering the Effects of Skidding Techniques on Forest Soil Using a Hybrid TOPSIS-Entropy Method" (2022) "The possibility of using Scots pine needles as biomonitor in determination of heavy metal accumulation" (2020) "Determination of Existing Forest Roads Adequacy to Manage Forest Area (Daday Çamlıbel Forest Sub-District Directorate)" (2020)

Slavica Antonićمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Forest exploitation
• Occupational safety in forestry
• Non-wood forest products
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Slavica Antonić is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Forestry , University of Belgrade , where she has been engaged since 2012. Her academic journey includes a 2009 Forestry degree, a 2011 master's thesis, and ongoing doctoral studies since 2014. Research Interests: Her work focuses on forest exploitation mechanics , occupational safety in logging , non-wood forest product utilization , and forest biomass energy systems . She has contributed to understanding terrain impacts on forest infrastructure and optimizing harvesting technologies. Recent Publications: Her 2022-2023 work analyzes morphometric terrain parameters for road networks, chainsaw energy efficiency, and Delphi method-based road siting criteria. Earlier studies (2014-2016) address noise exposure for operators, regeneration damage in beech stands, and poplar plantation residue utilization. Scientific Awards: Slovenian Ministry scholarship for exchange studies at Biotechnology Faculty, Ljubljana (2011) Teaching & Collaboration: She instructs Forest Exploitation 1 and 2 in basic studies and graduate courses on biomass energy and non-wood products. Active in 4 research projects and 9 thesis defense commissions, her work bridges operational efficiency with ecological preservation.

• Water Resources
• Physical Geography
• Environmental Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mike Pease serves as Lecturer and Associate Dean of Faculty Development, Research, and Interdisciplinary Initiatives at Central Washington University, specializing in water resources and physical geography within semi-arid environments. His work addresses critical sustainability challenges across western U.S. watersheds including Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Resources and Policy (concentration: Environmental Policy and Administration) from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Dr. Pease's research centers on river basin management, water marketing, and Endangered Species Act applications, driven by his self-described identity as a "desert rat." He champions active pedagogy through field-based projects and problem-based learning curricula development. His scholarly focus integrates legal, policy, and educational dimensions of water resource sustainability. Analysis of his publications (2006-2019) reveals consistent exploration of Supreme Court water rights decisions, tribal justice frameworks, drought preparedness systems, and geospatial decision support tools. Key thematic trends include interstate water compacts, unadjudicated basin management, and innovative geography education methodologies emphasizing experiential learning. In his administrative capacity, Dr. Pease leads university-wide faculty development, research enhancement, and interdisciplinary collaboration initiatives from Dean Hall 130E, maintaining active engagement in both academic scholarship and institutional leadership.

Hooman Latifiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Remote Sensing
• Forest Ecology
• LiDAR Applications
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hooman Latifi is a Researcher at the Institute of Geography and Geology within the Faculty of Philosophy at University of Würzburg, Germany. He also maintains an affiliation with the Faculty of Geodesy and Geomatics Engineering at K. N. Toosi University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, where he is listed as a staff member with the email address hooman.latifi@kntu.ac.ir. Dr. Latifi has been working at the Chair of Remote Sensing at University of Würzburg since June 2012. Dr. Latifi received his educational background in Iran and Germany: Doctoral studies (Dr. rer. nat) at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (2008-2011), funded by a DAAD scholarship under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Barbara Koch M.Sc. in Natural Resources from University of Mazandaran, Iran (2003-2005), with thesis titled "Evaluating Landsat ETM+ data for forest-ecotone-rangeland mapping in the timberline of northern forests of Iran" B.Sc. in Natural Resources from University of Guilan, Iran (1999-2003) Dr. Latifi's research focuses on the application of remote sensing technologies, particularly LiDAR and satellite imagery, to forest ecology and management. His work spans multiple areas including forest inventory, biomass estimation, biodiversity assessment, and environmental monitoring. He has made significant contributions to understanding forest structure through advanced remote sensing techniques, with particular emphasis on temperate forests in Europe and forest ecosystems in Iran. His research often involves multi-sensor data fusion, combining optical, hyperspectral, and LiDAR data to improve forest parameter estimation. Analysis of Dr. Latifi's publication record from 2005 to 2022 reveals a strong focus on forest remote sensing applications. His early work focused on forest type mapping in Iran using Landsat data (2005-2008). After his doctoral studies in Germany, his research expanded to include LiDAR applications for forest structure analysis in European forests (2010-2014). In recent years (2015-2022), his work has broadened to include multi-sensor approaches, biodiversity assessment, and applications in various forest ecosystems worldwide, including agroforestry systems in Africa and invasive species mapping. His publications appear in leading remote sensing and forestry journals such as Remote Sensing, Forests, and International Journal of Applied Earth Observation and Geoinformation. Dr. Latifi has collaborated extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, particularly with colleagues at University of Würzburg (especially Prof. Barbara Koch and Dr. Markus Heurich), as well as international partners in Iran, India, Chile, and Africa. His work demonstrates a progression from regional studies in Iran to increasingly global applications of remote sensing in forest ecology. At University of Würzburg, Dr. Latifi is part of the Earth Observation Research Cluster within the Institute of Geography and Geology. His work contributes to advancing the operational application of remote sensing technologies in forest inventory and ecological monitoring, with a particular focus on transitioning research methods to practical forest management solutions.