Mark D. Feigenson is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Rutgers University. His research focuses on trace element and isotope geochemistry of igneous rocks, geophysical modeling of melt generation, and mantle plume dynamics. He holds a B.S. from the University of Maryland, an M.S. from George Washington University, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Princeton University. His work explores volcanic systems like Central American volcanoes and Hawaiian plumes, with notable contributions to understanding magma genesis through isotope analysis. Key projects include the Hawaii Scientific Drilling Project and Ocean Drilling Program collaborations. He teaches courses such as Introductory Geology, Ore Deposits, and Isotope Geochemistry at undergraduate and graduate levels. Feigenson’s publications span decades, addressing topics from crustal contamination in Guatemalan lavas to mantle source heterogeneity in Hawaii. His research integrates fieldwork with geochemical and geophysical methods, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to volcanic and magmatic processes.
Role & Affiliation: Associate Professor of Neurology at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (School of Medicine, Department of Medicine). Active researcher at the Hellenic Pasteur Institute and multiple academic institutions. Specializes in multiple sclerosis (MS), cellular senescence, and clinical trial analysis. Education: MD, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens School of Medicine (1998) PhD in Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience, Imperial College London (2003) FEBN (European Board of Neurology) Certification (2012) Research Focus: Investigates cellular senescence mechanisms in progressive MS, neurodegeneration pathways, and the efficacy/safety of disease-modifying therapies. Leads projects funded by organizations like the Multiple Sclerosis Society and Genesis Pharma. Key Projects: Principal Investigator for studies on cellular senescence in MS disability progression (2017–2020) Co-investigator analyzing cervical spinal cord atrophy in MS (2020–present) FAMILY Study: Evaluates prolonged-release fampridine’s impact on cognition and quality of life in MS (2017–2019) Advancing Knowledge: Published extensively on MS pathophysiology, neuroimaging, and clinical trial methodologies. His work bridges basic science (e.g., retinal microglia analysis) and translational research (e.g., drug tolerability reviews).
Alexandre Leupin, Phyllis M. Taylor Professor in French Studies and Director of the Center for French and Francophone Studies at Louisiana State University, is a pioneering scholar in medieval literature, psychoanalysis, and postcolonial thought. His academic journey began with a PhD from the University of Geneva (1981), and he has held teaching roles at LSU since 1983. PhD (1981), University of Geneva Dr. Leupin’s research bridges medieval studies with contemporary theory, focusing on intersections between religion, literature, and psychoanalysis as demonstrated in his seminal works like Barbarolexis and Lacan Today . His leadership in the Glissant Translation Project and international colloquia highlights his commitment to global Francophone scholarship. His 15 most recent articles and interviews (2010-2016) reveal consistent engagement with topics spanning Lacanian theory, postcolonial aesthetics, environmental ethics, and Southern artistic ontology. Collaborative projects with Francis X. Pavy explore visual culture while his work with Charles Forsdick advances Glissant studies. Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2000) Chevalier de la Palmes Académiques (2016) Distinguished Research Master, LSU (2000) ATLAS Grant (2014) French Voices Award (2016) As director of LSU’s French Studies Center, he has secured over $22,000 in French Embassy grants to support international collaborations with Université des Antilles. His editorial work includes founding Mondes Francophones and contributing to journals like @nalyse and Exemplaria .
Dr. Cynthia Chapman is a Professor of Religion at Oberlin College, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a BA from Kalamazoo College (1987), MDiv from Vanderbilt Divinity School (1991), and ThD from Harvard Divinity School (2002). Her research focuses on biblical studies, gender roles, and kinship systems in ancient Near Eastern contexts, with notable work on maternal lineage and social identity formation. Chapman’s publications include The House of the Mother (2016) and articles in Journal of Biblical Literature . She recently received a NEH Summer Stipend (2024) for her project Mother-born Nations , exploring matrilineal principles in biblical texts. She has been honored with Oberlin’s Excellence in Teaching Award (2018-2019). In 2025, she teaches courses like The Book of Job and Hebrew Bible in its Ancient Context . Her work bridges archaeological studies, Jewish traditions, and feminist interpretations of religious texts. She contributes to Oberlin’s Jewish Studies program, which recently expanded its curriculum and faculty.
Prof. Dr. Norbert Palz is Professor for Digital and Experimental Design at Berlin University of Arts, where he served as President (2020-2025). His research explores digital fabrication processes, large-format additive manufacturing, and computational design methods. Education includes architecture studies at TU Berlin following a draftsman apprenticeship. Professional experience includes work with UN Studio, NOX Architects, and founding TARGADESIGN (art/architecture practice). Research contributions include EU Horizon 2020 projects on textile architectures and investigations into historical construction geometries for digital pedagogy. Current investigations focus on material behavior in large-scale 3D printing applications and computer art's architectural implications.
Dr. Jonathan Sumrall is an Associate Professor of Geosciences at Fort Hays State University (FHSU), affiliated with the Department of Geosciences within the Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics. He holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences from Mississippi State University (2013) and has taught courses including Mineralogy, Petrology, and Hydrology. His research focuses on carbonate petrology, karst systems, and advanced analytical techniques like SEM/TEM imaging and isotope geochemistry. Dr. Sumrall’s work integrates field-based studies with laboratory analyses, emphasizing karst processes in regions like the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Notable contributions include studies on dolomitization mechanisms, microbial influences on carbonate formation, and predictive karst modeling in Kansas. He has received awards including the FHSU Outstanding Scholarship Faculty Award (2021) and IAEA Distinguished Lecturer recognition (2013). His field research spans projects in Michigan’s Hiawatha National Forest, Curaçao’s volcaniclastic carbonates, and Barbados’ chalk formations. Current research explores wildfire geography, paleoclimatology, and resource management applications of geospatial technologies. Dr. Sumrall advises graduate students in carbonate petrology and petroleum geology.
Professor Giles Wiggs is a renowned academic in Aeolian Geomorphology, serving as the Head of the School of Geography and the Environment at the University of Oxford and a Tutorial Fellow at Brasenose College. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Geography from University College London and a PhD in Sand Dune Dynamics from the same institution. His research focuses on aeolian sediment transport, dune dynamics, and the impacts of environmental change on desert systems. Wiggs has led major projects such as the £1 million NSFGEO-NERC-funded TOAD project investigating dune origins and the EU Horizon 2020-funded SMaRT project addressing desert railway sand mitigation. His work spans global deserts, including Africa, the Middle East, and North America. He has supervised numerous graduate students and holds administrative roles including Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Project Board leadership for the Dyson Perrins Laboratories refurbishment. Wiggs is an active member of the International Society for Aeolian Research (ISAR), organizing conferences and chairing committees. Education: BSc (Hons) Geography (UCL), PhD Sand Dune Dynamics (UCL). Research grants include NERC, EU Horizon 2020, and NSF funding. His teaching covers undergraduate geomorphology and graduate courses on desert dynamics. Current graduate students include Jasem A Albanai (remote sensing) and Natasha Wallum (Etosha Pan dust emissions). Notable collaborations involve institutions like the University of Notre Dame and Politecnico di Torino. His fieldwork spans Namibia, Botswana, and East Anglia, with a focus on dust emission, dune initiation, and wind erosion impacts. Grants: Over £2 million in funding for projects like Do4Models (dust emission modeling) and SEFLOS (UK peat soil preservation). Labs/Teams: Leads the Aeolian Research Group at Oxford, coordinating international field campaigns and interdisciplinary engineering projects. Future work includes Mars dune comparisons and railway sand mitigation innovations. No scientific awards listed but actively contributes to professional societies.
Dr. Axel Renno is the Head of Electron beam analytics at the Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology, part of the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf. His research focuses on advanced analytical methods for resource characterization, including electron beam techniques, geochemical database integration, and recycling technologies. He leads projects on mineral processing, waste valorization, and 3D material imaging. Affiliations: Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology Primary Role: Head of Electron beam analytics Dr. Renno’s work emphasizes innovative solutions for sustainable resource management. Key research areas include chemical recycling of plastics via pyrolysis, recovery of secondary raw materials, and the development of interconnected geochemical databases (e.g., GeoReM and GEOROC). His team applies cutting-edge techniques like spectral X-ray tomography and Super-SIMS for detailed material analysis. His recent publications highlight advancements in 3D mineral characterization, trace element analysis in pegmatites, and metallurgical residue valorization. Collaborations span academia and industry to address challenges in resource technology and environmental sustainability. Awards: None explicitly mentioned in the text. Grants and advising activities are not detailed here but form part of his research leadership role. Labs and facilities: His team operates within the HZDR’s advanced analytical infrastructure, including the DREAMS facility for Super-SIMS analysis and spectral tomography setups.
Dr. Robert Möckel is the Head and Group Leader of the X-ray and bulk analytics group at the Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology , part of the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) . His research focuses on mineral processing, recycling technologies, and advanced analytical methods. He holds an ORCID ID (0000-0002-2583-6889) and maintains professional profiles on ResearchGate and LinkedIn. Key research areas include: Lithium recycling from slags via innovative separation techniques Hyperspectral imaging for underground mining and mineral mapping Geochemistry of agates and volcanic deposits Optimization of flotation processes for secondary raw materials He has published extensively on material characterization, rare earth element recovery, and sustainable resource technologies. His work integrates multi-scale analytical approaches, including X-ray techniques and sensor-based sorting systems. Current projects emphasize sustainable resource utilization and technological advancements in mineral processing. Collaborations include international research on Vietnamese REE ores and Chilean agates.
Teresa Cerratto-Pargman is a full Professor of Human-Computer Interaction at Stockholm University's Department of Computer and Systems Sciences. She previously led the Interaction Design and Learning (IDEAL) research unit and is currently Associate Director of Societal Outreach for Digital Futures. Her work bridges Educational Technology and HCI, focusing on digitalization's impact on education and societal practices. She holds a PhD in Cognitive Psychology from Université Paris 8, France, and has held visiting roles at UC Irvine and KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Research Interests: Dr. Cerratto-Pargman explores how digital technologies disrupt and create new educational practices. Her work emphasizes critical lenses on computing in education, including ethical AI in higher education, sustainability in HCI, and material conditions shaping learning. Her projects address societal challenges like AI ethics, digital assessment, and eco-village sustainability. Grants & Leadership: PI of WASP-HS-funded projects on AI ethics in education and Swedish Research Council grants on sociotechnical imaginaries. She led EU Horizon 2020, NordForsk, and national grants with schools, museums, and industry. Served on editorial boards for Designs for Learning and International Journal of Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning. Teaching: Program Director for the Master's in Design for Creative and Immersive Technologies. Teaches Behavioral Sciences, HCI, and Evaluation Methods. Past roles include managing Stockholm University's Interaction Design Bachelor Programme and doctoral courses in HCI and Mobile Learning. Awards: 2013 Stockholm University grant for female academics. Recognized for editorial work and conference leadership (e.g., DIS 2018 Technical Chair). Labs & Collaborations: Active in Stockholm University's interdisciplinary research networks. Collaborates globally on projects like citizen observatories and AI-driven assessment innovations.
Bradley L. Jolliff is the Scott Rudolph Professor of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis, where he also directs the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences. He holds a PhD from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. His research focuses on planetary materials, including lunar and Martian geology, using techniques like electron microprobe analysis and remote sensing. He leads the Planetary Materials Research Group and is a key figure in the NASA ANGSA program analyzing Apollo samples. His work integrates sample studies with orbital data, particularly for the Moon and Mars. Research interests include mineralogy/petrology of planetary materials, volcanic processes, impact cratering, and space weathering. He collaborates on projects such as Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter imaging, Martian meteorite analysis, and Chang’e-5 sample studies. His teaching includes advanced courses like Planetary Materials (EPSc 567). Jolliff also contributes to Artemis mission planning, emphasizing volatile studies and landing site selection. Key collaborations involve Dr. Alian Wang on spectroscopy, Dr. Randy Korotev on lunar meteorites, and Dr. Kun Wang on geochemical analyses. He developed the Quantitative Microanalysis Explorer tool for sample visualization. Recent work includes investigating Taurus-Littrow Valley geology and silicic volcanism in the Moon's South Pole-Aitken Basin.
Roles and Affiliations: Marie-Clotilde Meillerand is a Researcher at the Laboratoire Aménagement Transport Environnement (LAET) within the École Nationale des Travaux Publics de l'État (ENTPE). She is also affiliated with the Résiliterre project (ADEME) and the POPSU/Lyon metropolis platform. She holds the academic rank of Researcher and is qualified to teach in political science and spatial planning. She is based in Lyon, France, and actively contributes to urban and environmental research initiatives. Education: She earned her Doctorate in Urban History with a thesis titled Penser l’aménagement d’une métropole au 20ème siècle from the University of Lyon (2010). She holds HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) in Political Science from the University of Perpignan. Her academic qualifications span political science and urban planning, with expertise in both historical and contemporary urban studies. Research Interests: Her work focuses on governance of energy transition, spatial justice, metropolitanization, and urban public action. Key themes include stakeholder interaction in environmental policy, peri-urbanization dynamics, transportation accessibility, and the historical evolution of urban form. She explores how local governments address energy insecurity and socio-spatial inequalities through innovative policies and institutional reforms. Grants and Projects: She leads projects such as the Résiliterre initiative (2019–2021) on energy insecurity and territorial resilience, and the Labex IMU project (2017–2019) on public policies and environmental issues. She has collaborated on research-action contracts, including studies on urban mobility and goods distribution (2015–2017) and the socio-genesis of urban administration (2010–2015). Awards: She received the 2012 Young Researcher Award from Lyon for contributions to sustainable development science and engineering. Teaching: She teaches at Sciences Po Lyon, the Ecole urbaine de Lyon, and ENTPE, covering urban policy, public administration, and contemporary urban challenges. Her courses include Action publique urbaine et enjeux contemporains and Politiques publiques et territoires . Labs/Teams: She is part of LAET, the Triangle laboratory (UMR 5206), and the POPSU platform. Her interdisciplinary work bridges urban history, policy analysis, and environmental governance.
Manuel Scharrer is a Postdoctoral Research Scholar at the School of Molecular Sciences, Arizona State University. His research focuses on integrating petrography, geochemistry, experimental synthesis, and thermodynamic modeling to understand ore deposit formation processes. He specializes in mineralogical variability, fluid-rock interactions, and the thermodynamic stability of ore-forming minerals under hydrothermal and metamorphic conditions. Education: BSc in Petrology and Mineral Resources, Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen (Thesis: Halogen distribution between hydrosilicates and apatites) MSc in Petrology and Mineral Resources, Universität Tübingen (Thesis: Structural, mineralogical, and geochemical zoning in hydrothermal deposits of the Schwarzwald ore district) PhD (summa cum laude), Universität Tübingen (Thesis: Fluid evolution and ore-forming processes through mineralogy, geochemistry, and thermodynamic modeling) Research Interests: Scharrer’s work spans experimental mineral synthesis, calorimetric thermodynamic data acquisition, and the application of advanced analytical techniques like LA-ICP-MS. His current projects include arsenide mineral synthesis, halogen behavior in hydrothermal systems, and the formation mechanisms of unconformity-related polymetallic veins. He investigates the interplay between physicochemical factors (e.g., sulfur availability, redox conditions) and kinetic processes in native element-arsenide associations. Publications Overview: Scharrer’s recent work emphasizes thermodynamic modeling of rare earth compounds, hydrothermal fluid evolution, and the geochemistry of critical metals like cobalt. His studies often bridge experimental data with field observations, particularly in the Black Forest mining district and Namibian unconformity-related deposits. He collaborates extensively with institutions worldwide, focusing on improving thermodynamic databases for mineral stability predictions. Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned. Advising & Grants: While no students are listed, Scharrer’s postdoctoral role involves mentoring junior researchers in experimental geochemistry. His projects are supported through collaborations with leading geochemical laboratories. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Arizona State University’s School of Molecular Sciences experimental geochemistry facilities and maintains active ties with the University of Tübingen’s petrology and ore deposit research groups.
Marco Fiorentini is a Professor at The University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the School of Earth Sciences and the International Space Centre. He holds roles including Deputy Head of the School of Earth Sciences, Senior Research Leader at the Centre for Exploration Targeting (CET), and former Node Director of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Core to Crust Fluid Systems. His research focuses on igneous petrology, isotopic geochemistry, and magmatic mineral systems, particularly sulfur and metal cycles in the lithosphere. He has secured over AUD$25M in funding and supervised over 30 students. Awards include the 2022 School of Earth Sciences Senior Research Award. Education: PhD from UWA/Monash University (2004), industry-funded AMIRA project. Research interests include planetary evolution, ore deposit dynamics, and sustainable mineral exploration. His work bridges fundamental science and industry applications, with tools like sulfur isotope mapping and zircon-based exploration indicators. Collaborations span global institutions and industries (e.g., BHP, Rio Tinto). Current projects address fluid dynamics in magmatic systems and Earth-Mars metal cycles. Publications (selected 15 most recent) reflect expertise in sulfide systems, mantle processes, and ore genesis. Awards highlight contributions to mineral system science.
Dmitry Lim is an Associate Professor at the University of Eastern Piedmont Amedeo Avogadro, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. His research focuses on calcium signaling, neurodegenerative diseases, and chemotherapy-induced neurotoxicity. Current projects: NEVERMORE (ER-mitochondria interactions in chemotherapy-induced neuropathy), calcineurin inhibition in Alzheimer's disease, and UPR dynamics in celiac disease. His work bridges neuroscience and pharmaceutical sciences, targeting mitochondrial function, neuroinflammation, and drug delivery mechanisms. Recent studies explore: Calcium signaling in skeletal muscle cells derived from stem cells Gliadin-triggered intestinal inflammation in celiac disease Paclitaxel-induced neuronal hyperexcitability Nanoparticle-based drug carriers for neurodegenerative diseases Research trends highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining molecular biology, pharmacology, and nanotechnology. No scientific awards or student advising details are provided in the scraped text. Projects involve collaborations with MUR (Italian Ministry of University and Research), MSAL (Ministry of Health), and international teams. Funding spans neurodegenerative disease targets (GENESIS) and innovative drug delivery platforms.
