جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Barry Gaultonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Historical archaeology
• Early modern fisheries
• European settlement
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Barry Gaulton is a Professor at Memorial University's Department of Archaeology within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. He serves as Editor of Newfoundland and Labrador Studies and was awarded the President’s Award for Public Engagement Partnerships in 2017. His research primarily focuses on historical archaeology in Eastern North America, with specialized interests in early modern fisheries, vernacular architecture, and European settlement patterns. He maintains a long-standing community-university partnership with the Colony of Avalon Foundation at Ferryland, Newfoundland. His research employs interdisciplinary methods to explore colonial lifeways and material culture. Key projects include the Avalon Historic Petroglyph Project documenting Indigenous rock art, investigations of transhumant forager-fishers in Trinity Bay, and comparative studies of French colonial artifacts. His publications demonstrate sustained focus on trade networks, cultural adaptation in coastal environments, and public archaeology initiatives. Recent articles show increasing methodological sophistication through isotopic analysis of rodent diets to infer human behaviors and geochemical sourcing of colonial artifacts. Thematically, his work illuminates how material culture reflects transatlantic economic relationships in the 17th-18th centuries, while field projects emphasize participatory approaches to heritage preservation. Gaulton received the President’s Award for Public Engagement in 2017 for collaborative work with the Colony of Avalon Foundation. His laboratory facilities support artifact conservation and isotopic analysis of archaeological materials. He collaborates extensively with graduate students and community organizations. Ongoing excavations at Ferryland continue to uncover structures from George Calvert's 1621 colony, advancing understanding of early English settlement through meticulous stratigraphic documentation.

Neil Redmondمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Paleoceanography
• Marine Chemistry
• Geochemical Tracer Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Neil Redmond is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut, specializing in paleoceanography. His research focuses on reconstructing ancient ocean chemistry and circulation through analyses of marine sediments, hydrothermal vents, and biogenic microfossils. He investigates how these systems influence global geochemical cycles, with particular emphasis on trace metal scavenging, radioisotope dynamics, and sediment particle behavior. Education: Ph.D. in Marine Science, University of Southern Mississippi M.S. in Oceanography, University of Rhode Island B.S. in Geology and Geological Oceanography, University of Rhode Island Research Interests: Neil explores the roles of hydrothermal vents in ocean chemistry, phytoplankton fossils as glacial period indicators, and modern/past cycling of geochemical tracers. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining fieldwork in remote ocean regions with laboratory analyses of isotopes like thorium-230 and uranium series. Publications highlight advancements in understanding Pacific and Southern Ocean dynamics, including dust fluxes, metal scavenging, and paleoceanographic proxies. His 2022 children’s book-style conference abstract exemplifies his commitment to science communication, which he teaches through courses like ERTH 2050W (Communication in Earth/Environmental Science) and ERTH 2310E (National Parks Sustainability). No scientific awards are listed, but his work reflects innovative methods in both field research and outreach education.

Gary Robbinsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrogeology
• Environmental Science
• Groundwater Contamination
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gary Robbins is a Professor at the University of Connecticut, specializing in Hydrogeology and Environmental Science. His research focuses on groundwater contamination fate, transport, and sustainability, with current projects exploring low-cost bedrock fracture flow characterization, bacterial groundwater tracers, and arsenic pesticide impacts. He holds a Ph.D. in Geology from Texas A&M University, an M.S. from Brown University, and a B.S. from Brooklyn College. His research interests include developing methods for sampling domestic wells, applying dissolved oxygen alteration techniques, and analyzing recharge sources via bacterial communities. Robbins teaches advanced hydrogeology (ERTH 5710) and field methods in hydrogeology (ERTH 5790). Recent publications emphasize road salt effects on wetlands, arsenic contamination from legacy pesticides, and innovative fracture flow characterization methods. His work bridges environmental engineering and geology to address real-world water resource challenges. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Advising activities or grants are not detailed, though his research projects suggest active involvement in field-based studies and methodological advancements.

Jurian HOOGEWERFFمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Forensic Geochemistry
• Microplastics Analysis
• Environmental Geochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jurian Hoogewerff is an Associate Professor in Systems Ecology at the University of Canberra's Faculty of Science and Technology. He holds a PhD in geochemistry and volcanology from Utrecht University and has held roles at institutions including the University of Maastricht, University of Otago, and the Institute of Food Research. His research focuses on forensic and environmental geochemistry, including microplastic analysis, ecoacoustics, and isotope tracing. Education: PhD: Isotope and trace element systematics of Eastern Indonesian Volcanoes, Utrecht University (1999) M.Sc.: Petrologie, Geochemie en gasholten van de puimsteen van Yali, Utrecht University (1989) Current research emphasizes developing methods for microplastic analysis in water/sediments, acoustic monitoring of insect activity, and geographical origin tracing of materials. He leads the Systems Ecology Capability with 20+ staff and manages an analytical laboratory. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to environmental protection and education. He has contributed to over 80 publications and actively participates in forensic casework. Recent projects include the Murrumbidgee Catchment Microplastics study and InFoDust counter-terrorism research. Teaching includes environmental geochemistry and forensic chemistry courses.

Seth Quintusمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Archaeology
• Agriculture in Oceania
• Niche Construction Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Seth Quintus is an Associate Professor at the University of Hawai‘i in the Department of Anthropology , College of Social Sciences. Since joining the faculty in 2016, he has specialized in Pacific Island Archaeology with a focus on Environmental Archaeology and Agriculture in Oceania. His research integrates GIS , Niche Construction Theory , and interdisciplinary methods to study long-term human-environment relationships. PhD in Anthropology from the University of Auckland (2015) MS and BA in Anthropology from North Dakota State University His work explores feedback loops between food production, socio-political change, and environmental modification. Recent studies emphasize agroforestry , settlement systems , and ecological interactions in Polynesia. Quintus received the 2024 College of Social Sciences Award for Excellence in Teaching . Community engagement is central to his approach, including field school partnerships with Kamehameha Schools and the National Park Service . He maintains international collaborations with institutions in New Zealand and American Samoa to advance student training and research relevance to local concerns like food sustainability.

• Trace Element Geochemistry
• Isotope Geochemistry
• Aqueous Geochemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Brandon Mahan is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in Earth and Environmental Science at James Cook University (JCU), where he joined the Geoscience department in 2020. He is the founding member of the IsoTropics Geochemistry Lab at JCU and actively contributes to the development of laboratory and analytical capabilities at JCU's Advanced Analytical Centre (AAC). Dr. Mahan completed his PhD in 2018 at l'Institut de Physique du Globe du Paris on a Fellowship from La Sorbonne (Paris), followed by a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Isotope Metallomics at Macquarie University in a split role between geo- and biomedical sciences. His research spans trace element and isotope geochemistry with applications across Earth Systems and Life Sciences. He specializes in aqueous geochemistry, cosmochemistry, experimental petrology, and isotope metallomics. His work includes methods development for scalable trace metal isotope geochemistry with applications to environmental science, human health and disease, and critical minerals exploration. As an advocate for using metals and their isotopes in understanding human disease and green energy transition, he actively collaborates with academic, government, and industry stakeholders. His recent publications demonstrate expertise across multiple domains including medical applications of isotope geochemistry (Alzheimer's research, biomarker development), mineral exploration techniques, planetary science, and analytical method development. His research shows a strong interdisciplinary approach bridging geoscience with biomedical applications. Dr. Mahan is a strong advocate for scaffolded teaching/learning and knowledge foundations through experience. He actively engages within and outside JCU to promote experiential student activities, work-integrated learning, and career guidance in Earth and Environmental Sciences. He applies his skillset to drive novel research agendas while building depth and breadth within Geosciences by cultivating relationships with complementary research teams across Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Archaeology and Marine Science. His lab, IsoTropics Geochemistry Lab, maintains an active presence on Twitter (@GeoChemTropics).

Whitney Trainor-Guittonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Spatial Statistics
• Data Science
• Geophysical Inversion
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Whitney Trainor-Guitton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geophysics at Colorado School of Mines. Her research integrates spatial statistics, data science, and geophysical inversion to address critical challenges in subsurface modeling and decision-making processes. Research Focus: Her work emphasizes quantifying uncertainty in geophysical models, with applications to geothermal exploration, CO2 sequestration monitoring, and distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) analysis. She develops value-of-information methodologies to optimize data integration and spatial decision-making for environmental and energy systems. Publications: Her research spans spatial uncertainty analysis, geothermal fault imaging, CO2 leakage detection, and groundwater sustainability, utilizing stochastic techniques to enhance geostatistical modeling across diverse scales. Contact: Located at Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO. Email: wtrainor@mines.edu

• Fluid Dynamics
• Porous Media
• Environmental Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Holger Class is an Adjunct Professor and Deputy Head of the Department at the University of Stuttgart , specifically within the Department of Hydromechanics and Modelling of Hydrosystems . His academic career includes a Diplom (1997), doctoral degree (2000), and habilitation (2008), all in engineering. Since 2004, he has held research and teaching roles at the University of Stuttgart's Institute for Modelling Hydraulic and Environmental Systems. His research focuses on fluid dynamics, porous media processes, and CO2 sequestration. Key interests include multiphase flow modeling, density-driven dissolution, and karst hydrology. He has contributed to developing numerical models like DuMux and pioneered studies on enzymatically induced calcite precipitation. Teaching includes modules on fluid mechanics, environmental fluid dynamics, and multiphase modeling in porous media. He has advised on projects involving microfluidic experiments, hydraulic simulations, and geochemical processes. Awards include the 1999 John F. Kennedy Student Paper competition first prize and the 2006 University of Stuttgart Environmental Engineering award for teaching excellence. Research Impact : His work bridges numerical modeling with experimental validation, addressing challenges in subsurface flow, CO2 storage, and geomechanical processes. Collaborations span academic and industrial sectors, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions for environmental and energy challenges.

William Fitzgeraldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mercury Biogeochemistry
• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Trace Metal Cycling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Fitzgerald is a Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Marine Sciences at the University of Connecticut, renowned as a pioneer in mercury cycle research. His work examines atmospheric and aquatic mercury dynamics, using peat bogs, lake sediments, and coastal systems as archives of historical deposition. He earned a PhD from MIT-Woods Hole (1970) and established The Mercury Laboratory at UConn, developing ultra-trace analysis methods now used globally. Honors include the Geochemical Society’s Patterson Award (2003) and Mahaffey Lifetime Achievement Award (2011). Research Focus: Global mercury cycling, methylmercury bioaccumulation, and anthropogenic impacts. Key projects study mercury in Arctic Alaskan lakes, Long Island Sound, and ombrotrophic bogs. Collaborations span France, New Zealand, and the Arctic. Contributions: Demonstrated preindustrial mercury pollution from mining, quantified atmospheric deposition fluxes, and revealed iron-mediated methylmercury decomposition in Arctic lakes. Advocates for science-informed mercury policy.

Mengli Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Geophysics
• Geologic Hydrogen Exploration
• Energy Exploration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mengli Zhang is a Research Assistant Professor and Co-director of the Center for Gravity, Electrical, and Magnetic Studies (CGEM) at the Colorado School of Mines. His research focuses on optimizing clean energy and mineral exploration through interdisciplinary approaches, integrating geophysical data, machine learning, and applied mathematics. Key areas include geologic hydrogen exploration, carbon capture, and cost-effective subsurface exploration methods like ergodic sampling. He holds a PhD in Geophysics from Colorado School of Mines, with prior degrees from The University of Texas at Dallas and Xi’an Jiaotong University. His current projects include leading initiatives on hydrogen resource characterization, carbon storage monitoring, and geophysical data acquisition optimization. He has extensive industry experience as a geophysicist with the China National Petroleum Corporation, managing over 50 exploration projects and drilling site determinations. Teaching responsibilities include courses on compressive sensing in geosciences and geophysics in mineral exploration. Zhang’s work emphasizes real-world problem-solving through innovative geophysical techniques, with active involvement in professional societies like the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) and the American Geophysical Union (AGU). His recent research highlights include advancing ergodic sampling methodologies and applying super-resolution GANs for data reconstruction.

James Ranvilleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Chemistry
• NanoGeochemistry
• Colloid Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

James Ranville is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Colorado School of Mines, specializing in environmental nanogeochemistry, colloidal science, and analytical methodologies. His research focuses on nanoparticle behavior in environmental systems, including their role in pollutant transport, wildfire impacts, and acid mine drainage remediation. He develops advanced techniques like field-flow fractionation (FFF) and single-particle ICP-MS to characterize nanomaterials in natural waters and soils. Education: BS, Lake Superior State University MS and PhD, Colorado School of Mines Postdoctoral Study, Monash University, Australia Research Interests: Environmental colloids and their pollutant binding mechanisms Nano-scale mineral analysis in geochemical contexts Development of nanoparticle analysis methods (FFF, spICP-MS) Bioremediation strategies using microbial mats Impacts of engineered nanoparticles in natural environments Grants & Projects: RAPID grants investigating nanoparticulate metals in wildfire ash and wetland soils Studies on rare earth element recovery from acid mine drainage Research on nanoplastic environmental transformation and transport Labs & Collaborations: Ranville Research Group focuses on integrating field and lab techniques to advance environmental nanoscience. Collaborates on interlaboratory method comparisons and environmental impact assessments.

Bettina M. Voelkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biogeochemical cycling
• Toxic metals
• Nutrient metals
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bettina M. Voelker is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Colorado School of Mines. Her research focuses on biogeochemical cycling of metals and photochemical processes in aquatic systems. She holds a BS and MS from MIT and a PhD from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, followed by postdoctoral research at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Her work explores interactions between toxic/nutrient metals and radical chemistry in water environments. Key contributions include studies on manganese oxidation mechanisms, superoxide radical dynamics in marine systems, and hydrogen peroxide production in freshwater and marine ecosystems. Her research group investigates both biotic and abiotic processes shaping metal cycling and oxidative pathways in natural waters. Research interests emphasize interdisciplinary approaches linking microbial activity, photochemical reactions, and geochemical transformations. She has published extensively on radical-mediated reactions in aquatic environments, with field and laboratory studies in the Gulf of Alaska and freshwater systems. The Voelker Research Group develops novel methods for measuring reactive oxygen species and quantifying metal reactivity under natural conditions.

Gregory Henkesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Stable Isotope Geochemistry
• Paleoclimatology
• Biogeochemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gregory Henkes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Stony Brook University. His research focuses on stable isotope geochemistry of light elements (H, C, N, O, S) to study climatic, biogeochemical, and ecological evolution. He leads the Henkes Lab, which specializes in novel stable isotope measurements and collaborates with the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, the Interdepartmental Program in Anthropological Sciences, and the Turkana Basin Institute. His work spans topics including seawater temperature evolution, carbon/nitrogen biogeochemistry, East African paleoclimate, and clumped isotope applications in geology. Henkes earned a B.S. from Bates College (2008), a Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University (2014), and completed postdoctoral research at Harvard University (2014-2016). He joined Stony Brook in 2016 and actively mentors students across disciplines. Education: B.S., Bates College, 2008 Ph.D., The Johns Hopkins University, 2014 Postdoctoral Fellow, Harvard University, 2014-2016 Research Interests: Stable isotope analysis of marine and terrestrial systems Climate and environmental evolution of East Africa Carbonate clumped isotope geochemistry Trophic level indicators in food webs Diagenetic processes in carbonates Collaborations and Affiliations: School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Interdepartmental Program in Anthropological Sciences Turkana Basin Institute Labs/Teams: The Henkes Lab focuses on analytical geochemistry and promotes equity in STEM through initiatives like the Wonder Fund donation and EDI committee involvement.

Carl Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Sampling and Analysis
• Environmental Chemistry
• Environmental Remediation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chunlong (Carl) Zhang is a Professor of Environmental Science and Environmental Chemistry at the University of Houston-Clear Lake , where he serves as Program Director for the Environmental Science Program. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Louisiana State University, an M.S. in Environmental Chemistry from Zhejiang University, and a B.S. in Environmental Science from Zhejiang University, with postdoctoral training at Rice University. Education: B.S., Environmental Science, Zhejiang University M.S., Environmental Chemistry, Zhejiang University Ph.D., Environmental Engineering, Louisiana State University Postdoctoral Training, Rice University Dr. Zhang's research focuses on the fate, transport, and remediation of legacy and emerging contaminants , including endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and heavy metals. His work bridges environmental sampling , chemical analysis , and green remediation strategies, with a strong emphasis on in vitro/in silico studies for chemical safety and method development for trace contaminant detection. His publications highlight trends in environmental toxicology , bioremediation , and analytical chemistry , particularly studies on DDT exposure risks, surfactant-enhanced contaminant removal, and endocrine disruptor detection. These works span collaborations with institutions across China, Italy, and the U.S. Scientific Awards & Professional Involvement President’s Distinguished Research Award (2013) Excellence in Reviewing Award, Water, Air & Soil Pollution (2016) Keynote Speaker, 36th International Symposium on Environmental and Analytical Chemistry (2010) Editorial Board Member for Water, Air, and Soil Pollution (2010-present) Professional affiliations: American Chemical Society (ACS), SETAC, AEESP, NSPE Dr. Zhang has authored over 70 peer-reviewed papers , 6 books/chapters, and 90 conference presentations, including the textbook Fundamentals of Environmental Sampling and Analysis . His professional services include peer review for 35+ journals and participation in NSF, USDA, and EPA grant panels.

Tim Floodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Igneous Petrology
• Field Geology
• Science Education
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Tim Flood is a professor of geology at St. Norbert College, where he co-founded the geology program and served as the first geologist on faculty. His research spans igneous petrology, field geology, and science education, with extensive fieldwork in Antarctica, Costa Rica, the Philippines, and the United States. B.S., University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh M.S., University of Minnesota-Duluth Ph.D., Michigan State University Flood’s scholarly work focuses on the geochemical origin of continental crust and innovative science education methods. He has led over 24 extended field trips, including 13 international expeditions, and co-authored studies on topics like rapakivi granite formation in Antarctica and volcanic sequences in Alaska. His recent publications analyze melting regimes in Antarctica, science education integration for K-8 teachers, and petrologic characterization of volcanic tuffs. These works intersect geochemistry, volcanology, and pedagogical strategies. Donald B. King Distinguished Scholar Award recipient Flood teaches courses including Introductory Geology, Mineralogy, Petrology, and Field Geology, emphasizing hands-on learning and interdisciplinary approaches. His collaborations with institutions like the Geological Society of America highlight his contributions to undergraduate research and field-based education.