جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Climatology
• Climate Change
• Regional Climate Variability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mary Stampone is an Associate Professor of Geography and the New Hampshire State Climatologist at the University of New Hampshire, where she also serves as Chair of the Geography department and holds an Affiliate Associate Professor appointment. Her work centers on providing climate data and analysis to New Hampshire citizens, educators, and agencies to support environmental decision-making and climate resilience planning across the state. Her academic credentials include a B.A. from Albion College, an M.S. in Geography from the University of Delaware, and a Ph.D. in Climate from the University of Delaware. This foundation supports her dual focus on climate science research and public service through the State Climate Office. Dr. Stampone's research spans climate system monitoring, applied climatology, and public understanding of climate change. She investigates regional climate variability, snow albedo dynamics using community networks like CoCoRaHS, Antarctic sea ice, and the connections between short-term weather experiences and long-term climate beliefs. Her work bridges atmospheric sciences, earth system science, and social dimensions of climate change. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent emphasis on regional climate assessment for New England, particularly New Hampshire, with growing focus on practical applications for drought management, flood outlooks, and climate adaptation. Her research increasingly integrates public participation through networks like CoCoRaHS while contributing to national frameworks such as the Fourth National Climate Assessment. She has secured significant research funding as Principal Investigator for projects including Collaborating Towards Increase (University of Maine, 2022-2024) and multiple drought/flood modeling initiatives with the NH Department of Environmental Services. As Co-PI, she has led scholarly collaborations on New England climate change and state drought management planning. Her teaching portfolio includes foundational courses in weather, climate, natural hazards, and climate-society interactions. As head of the New Hampshire State Climate Office, Dr. Stampone leads a critical hub for climate services in the region. Her innovative work with the CoCoRaHS-Albedo network demonstrates her commitment to expanding climate monitoring through community science, while her role in state-level climate assessments directly informs environmental policy and resource management across New Hampshire.

Sarah G. Evansمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hydrogeology
• Climate Change
• Permafrost Hydrology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah G. Evans is an Associate Professor at Appalachian State University's Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences. She joined the department in Fall 2017 after completing her B.A. at Whitman College and M.S. and Ph.D. in Geological Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. Education: B.A. in Geology and Environmental Studies (Whitman College), M.S. and Ph.D. in Geological Sciences (University of Colorado Boulder) Dr. Evans is a quantitative hydrogeologist focused on understanding how climate change affects groundwater flow systems in cold regions with frozen ground. Her research synthesizes numerical modeling, remote sensing, and field instrumentation to study evolving Arctic water resources. Key areas of interest include permafrost thaw, water tracks, thermoerosional gullies, and cryospheric hydrology. Her recent publications (2024-2025) emphasize Arctic hydrology, permafrost dynamics, and climate-warming impacts. These works explore spectral vegetation signatures, LiDAR-based gully analysis, and groundwater connectivity in thawing landscapes. Awards include the 2023 National Science Foundation CAREER grant and the 2022 College of Arts and Sciences William C. Strickland Outstanding Junior Faculty Award. Scientific Awards: National Science Foundation CAREER grant (2023) William C. Strickland Outstanding Junior Faculty Award (2022) Dr. Evans actively mentors students and leads interdisciplinary research projects addressing Arctic climate adaptation, groundwater-surface water interactions, and sustainable resource management. Her outreach initiatives, such as the H2COLD program, translate permafrost research for rural communities.

Mindi Searlsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Planetary Geology
• Mars Exploration
• Ground Ice Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mindi Searls is a Research Assistant Professor at the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences , University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her work bridges planetary geology and geoscience education, with a focus on Martian surface processes and field instruction methodologies. Academic Rank: Research Assistant Professor Contact: BESY 216, Lincoln, NE 68588-0340 | msearls2@unl.edu Research Interests Dr. Searls investigates Martian geology through lenses of ground ice dynamics, glacial flow modeling, and tectonic processes. Her work includes analyzing seasonal CO 2 frost patterns, polygonal ground formations, and buried water ice stability, alongside developing inquiry-based geoscience field instruction frameworks. Publications Her 15 most recent publications (2009–2024) reveal consistent focus on Martian ground ice detection, glacial mechanics, and geoscience pedagogy. Key themes include computational modeling of ice flow, remote sensing of polar features, and educational advancements in planetary field instruction.

Artak Sargsyan Piloyanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geoinformatics
• Environmental Science
• Geomorphology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Artak Sargsyan Piloyan is an Assistant Professor and Acting Head of the Department of Cartography and Geomorphology at Yerevan State University's Faculty of Geography and Geology. With a Candidate of Sciences degree (2018) and extensive experience in GIS methodologies, he specializes in geomorphometric analysis, environmental hazard mapping, and spatial data infrastructure development. His work focuses on integrating geospatial technologies for ecosystem assessment, disaster risk management, and sustainable resource planning. Education: Masaryk University (postgraduate studies), Yerevan State University (Bachelor's to PhD) Research Interests: Geomorphometry, GIS Applications, Environmental Monitoring Technical Contributions: Python-based SDI optimization, Landsat vegetation analysis, semi-automated landform classification His publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on Armenian environmental challenges, including Lake Sevan's aquatic vegetation dynamics, Aghstev River Basin risk assessment, and Yerevan's urban green space accessibility. Piloyan collaborates with international researchers like Milan Konečný and Vladimir Boynagryan, contributing to national spatial data frameworks and disaster risk atlases.

• Biogeochemical cycling
• Coastal geomorphology
• Sea-level rise
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Havalend Steinmuller serves as Assistant Professor at the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON), leading the Coastal Biogeochemistry Lab with research focused on coastal wetland responses to climate change stressors including sea-level rise, saltwater intrusion, and extreme events. Their work bridges biogeochemical processes and geomorphological dynamics in critical blue carbon ecosystems. Education: PhD in Conservation Biology, University of Central Florida, 2019 MS in Oceanography and Coastal Sciences, Louisiana State University, 2015 BS in Coastal Environmental Science, Louisiana State University, 2013 Research centers on biogeochemical cycling in transitional coastal zones, particularly examining carbon stability in mangrove-marsh ecotones, surface elevation dynamics under disturbance regimes, and nutrient cycling alterations during mangrove range expansion. This work provides critical insights for coastal management under accelerating climate change, with emphasis on quantifying 'blue carbon' storage potential and ecosystem vulnerability thresholds. Publication analysis (2019-2024) reveals consistent focus on methodological refinement in coastal biogeochemistry, particularly loss-on-ignition applications for soil analysis, carbon burial rate modeling across geomorphic settings, and ecotone biogeochemical tipping points. The portfolio demonstrates strong integration of field measurements with global synthesis efforts, establishing foundational metrics for wetland carbon accounting. Scientific Awards: No awards are documented in the provided information. Dr. Steinmuller currently advises MS student Cameron Donofrio on nutrient cycling impacts in collaboration with Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. Active projects include poleward mangrove expansion studies, geomorphology-mediated ecosystem function analysis, and blue carbon storage quantification - indicating sustained research funding though specific grants aren't detailed. The lab maintains strong ties with national estuarine research networks. The Coastal Biogeochemistry Lab operates as a hub for interdisciplinary coastal research, combining field-intensive data collection across Gulf of Mexico sites with laboratory analyses to address pressing questions in wetland resilience. Current work emphasizes practical applications for coastal management through robust quantification of biogeochemical processes in rapidly changing ecosystems.

Mark Naylorمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Seismic Monitoring of Bedload Transport in Mountain Rivers
• Statistical Forecasting of Earthquakes and other Hazards
• Earthquake Hazard and Statistical Seismology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Mark Naylor is a Reader in Computational Geoscience and Hazard Research at the School of GeoSciences, University of Edinburgh, where he also serves as Academic Lead for IT. With over 20 years of experience in Earth sciences since completing his Master's in Physics at Oxford in 2000, he has established a distinguished research career focused on understanding Earth processes through computational methods. His primary affiliations include the University of Edinburgh as his home institution and his role as a Senior Member of the NERC Constructing a Digital Environment Expert Network. Dr. Naylor's research centers on computational approaches to understanding Earth systems, with particular emphasis on seismic monitoring of bedload transport in mountain rivers, statistical forecasting of earthquakes and other hazards, earthquake hazard assessment, mountain belt growth, erosion processes, and foreland basin evolution. His work bridges geoscience, statistics, and computational methods, often employing innovative approaches to analyze complex natural systems. He has made significant contributions to the development of the ETAS.inlabru package for earthquake forecasting and has published extensively on proper scoring rules for evaluating seismic forecasts. His publication record shows a strong trajectory of high-impact research, with recent work focusing on Bayesian approaches to seismicity modeling, earthquake forecast evaluation, and the application of statistical methods to diverse geoscience problems. The trend in his publications demonstrates increasing sophistication in computational methods and growing interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with statisticians and computer scientists. Senior Member of the NERC Constructing a Digital Environment Expert Network Principal Investigator for multiple significant research projects including EPSRC Studentship, Galleries2Callories, and Dynamic Risks for Cascading Himalayan Hazards Active contributor to the Collaboratory for the Study of Earthquake Predictability (CSEP) As a supervisor, Dr. Naylor currently mentors three PhD students and has successfully guided numerous students to completion of their degrees. His research group, the Edinburgh-Seismicity-Hub, maintains active GitHub repositories with open-source tools for seismicity analysis. He has secured substantial research funding from NERC, EPSRC, and other sources to support his innovative work at the intersection of geoscience and computational statistics. His laboratory work focuses on seismic monitoring applications, particularly the development of low-cost sensor systems for river monitoring and earthquake detection. The group's work represents a unique blend of theoretical statistical development and practical field applications, creating a dynamic research environment that bridges computational theory with real-world geoscience problems.

• Geomorphology
• Remote Sensing
• Urban Geography
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Adam Łajczak serves at the Department of Ecology and Geoinformation within the Institute of Biology and Earth Sciences at Pedagogical University of Krakow, where he conducts research at the intersection of geomorphology and human-environment interactions. His research program focuses on: Dynamic processes in mountain environments (landslides, debris flows in Western Carpathians) Fluvial system transformations (Vistula River morphology and floodplains) Anthropogenic topographic changes in urban landscapes using remote sensing Long-term landscape evolution spanning historical to contemporary timescales Recent publications (2018-2023) demonstrate consistent output in high-impact geography journals, with a methodological shift toward quantitative geospatial analysis. His work increasingly integrates historical cartography with modern remote sensing techniques for millennial-scale urban topography studies, while maintaining strong field-based investigations in critical Carpathian environments. Professor Łajczak actively collaborates with Polish research institutions on national geomorphology projects, as evidenced by his contributions to major publications like 'Contemporary transformations of the Polish relief' (2021). His research program shows sustained activity through recent fieldwork in Babia Góra and Krakow, supported by ongoing publication in international journals including Geographia Polonica and Remote Sensing.

Donald Pairمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Geology
• Geomorphology
• Glacial Geology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Donald Pair is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Geosciences and Executive Director of the Hanley Sustainability Institute at the University of Dayton's College of Arts and Sciences. As a full-time faculty member, his leadership extends to interdisciplinary initiatives across the university. Educational background includes: Ph.D. in Geology, Syracuse University M.S. in Geology, University of Waterloo B.S. in Geology, St. Lawrence University Research expertise spans: Environmental Geology: Analyzing geological hazards and environmental systems Glacial Geomorphology: Studying ice sheet dynamics and landform evolution STEM Education: Developing inclusive pedagogies for higher education Quaternary Science: Reconstructing glacial chronology and deglaciation patterns Publications emphasize glacial processes, geological mapping, and educational reform, with recent works examining diversity in STEM education and Pleistocene geochronology. Research consistently addresses both fundamental earth processes and applied societal implications. Administrative leadership includes developing experiential learning programs through the Dean's Summer Fellowship and coordinating interdisciplinary research communities across sustainability, human rights, and science-engineering initiatives.

Frank Pazzagliaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geomorphology
• Landscape Evolution
• Tectonics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Frank Pazzaglia is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Lehigh University. His research focuses on understanding landscape evolution through the integration of field observations, geomorphic analysis, and numerical modeling. He has extensive research experience in the Appalachians, the Rockies, the Apennines, and central Asia, particularly Mongolia. His educational background includes: B.S. in Geosciences from Penn State University (1986) M.S. in Geology from the University of New Mexico (1989) Ph.D. in Geosciences from Penn State University (1993) NSF Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at Yale University (1994) Professor Pazzaglia's research interests span long-term landscape evolution, tectonic and climatic drivers of geomorphic processes, and autogenic processes encoded in deposits and landforms. His work increasingly incorporates numeric landscape evolution modeling, including base level fall histories from inversions of fluvial topography. He has developed expertise in low-enthalpy geothermal resource exploration and enhanced mineral weathering for carbon capture, utilization, and storage. His field areas include the Appalachians, the Rockies, the Apennines, and central Asia (particularly Mongolia), where he investigates the coupling of deep Earth and surface processes at plate boundaries and continental interiors. His research methodology integrates geologic mapping, river terrace analysis, sedimentary petrography, thermochronology, and paleomagnetic-based age models. Professor Pazzaglia's recent publications demonstrate expertise across several interconnected fields: geomorphology, tectonics, paleomagnetism, and environmental change. His work frequently employs innovative methodologies including paleomagnetic and rock-magnetic cyclostratigraphy, anisotropy of magnetic susceptibility (AMS) analysis, and numerical landscape evolution modeling. Key research themes include landscape response to tectonic forcing, climate-environment interactions preserved in sedimentary archives, and applications of geomorphic analysis to understanding active tectonics in both plate boundary and intraplate settings. His scientific recognition includes: NSF Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at Yale University Professor Pazzaglia has mentored numerous students who have developed projects incorporating Terrestrial Cosmogenic Nuclide (TCN) and Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) dating techniques. His research has been supported by collaborative projects with colleagues in Earth and Environmental Sciences, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and the Energy Research Center at Lehigh University, focusing on geothermal energy systems and carbon capture technologies in Pennsylvania. He has been actively involved in community outreach through installation of educational panels along the Bethlehem Greenway-Saucon Rail Trail and Nockamixon State Park, presentations to historical societies, and Master Naturalist training programs, making Earth and Environmental Sciences accessible to the broader community.

• Critical Zone Science
• Geomorphology
• Soil Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Brooke D. Hunter serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Appalachian State University, joining the department in January 2025 after completing a postdoctoral research position at Yale University. Her work centers on the Critical Zone—the dynamic interface where geological, biological, and atmospheric processes interact—to investigate how geomorphic processes influence soil development and organic carbon dynamics. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Earth Sciences from the University of Oregon B.A. in Geology from Macalester College Dr. Hunter's research spans Critical Zone Science, Geomorphology, Soil Science, and Environmental Hazards, with specific expertise in topographic analysis, wildfire impacts, and mass movement processes. She integrates field observations of landscape evolution with laboratory analyses of soil carbon to understand how environmental changes affect carbon cycling and landscape stability. Her work has significant implications for predicting climate change impacts and developing sustainable land management strategies. Dr. Hunter maintains an active publication record in high-impact journals, with recent work focusing on soil organic carbon dynamics in erosional landscapes and weathering pathways. Her research demonstrates strong methodological rigor through combined field-lab approaches and collaboration with leading earth science institutions. As a new faculty member, Dr. Hunter is establishing her research program and mentoring opportunities. She actively engages with the department's 50th-anniversary initiatives and encourages students interested in earth sciences to explore research possibilities within her evolving program. Her work particularly emphasizes the landscapes surrounding Appalachian State University, providing local relevance to global environmental challenges.

• Glaciology
• Ice Sheets
• Abrupt Climate Change
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Richard Blane Alley is the Evan Pugh Professor of Geosciences at Pennsylvania State University's College of Earth and Mineral Sciences, where he conducts groundbreaking research on glaciology, ice sheets, and abrupt climate change. His work focuses on understanding the relationships between Earth's cryosphere and global climate systems, with particular emphasis on ice core analysis to reconstruct past climate conditions and predict future changes. Alley's research spans multiple critical areas of Earth science: Glaciology and ice sheet dynamics Abrupt climate change events in Earth's history Cryosphere-climate interactions Ice core analysis and interpretation Sea level rise mechanisms and projections Climate change communication and policy implications His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent progression from fundamental ice physics to large-scale climate implications. Recent publications increasingly address the mechanisms behind rapid ice loss and their consequences for sea level rise, reflecting the growing urgency of understanding ice sheet stability in a warming world. Alley's work integrates field observations from both Greenland and Antarctica with laboratory experiments and numerical modeling to advance our understanding of ice sheet behavior. Alley's scientific contributions have been widely recognized through numerous prestigious awards: Seligman Crystal (2005) for contributions to understanding ice sheet stability Louis Agassiz Medal (2005) for outstanding contributions to glaciology Heinz Award with special focus on the Environment (2011) BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Climate Change (2014) Foreign Member of the Royal Society (ForMemRS) (2014) Wollaston Medal from the Geological Society of London (2017) National Medal of Science (2025) Throughout his career, Alley has maintained strong research funding through grants from the National Science Foundation and other agencies supporting polar research. His work has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of how ice sheets respond to climate change and the potential consequences for global sea levels. He has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers who have become leaders in glaciology and climate science. Alley leads research through Penn State's Earth System Science Center, where his team analyzes ice cores, develops models of ice sheet behavior, and investigates the physical processes governing ice flow and stability, making fundamental contributions to one of the most critical areas of climate science.

• Physical Geography
• Geomorphology
• Quaternary Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sumiko Kubo is a Professor at the School of Education, Waseda University, where she has served since 2006 (previously as Associate Professor from 2001-2005). Her academic career began at Chuo-gakuin University (1995-2000) as Lecturer and Associate Professor. She holds a Doctor of Science from Tokyo Metropolitan University and maintains an active research profile in physical geography and geomorphology with international collaborations across Asia. Professor Kubo's research focuses on the intersection of physical geography, geomorphology, and Quaternary science, with particular emphasis on river systems, delta formations, and their relationship to human settlements. Her work spans Japan (Kanto Plain, Tokyo area), Cambodia (Mekong River basin), Vietnam (central region), and India (Krishna and Godavari Deltas). She employs multidisciplinary approaches combining field surveys, sediment analysis, remote sensing, and historical records to understand landscape evolution across geological and historical time scales. Her recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on deltaic systems and river geomorphology, with increasing attention to human-environment interactions and contemporary issues like flood hazard mapping. A notable trend is her examination of how ancient civilizations adapted to dynamic river environments in Southeast Asia, particularly through the lens of archaeological site locations relative to geomorphological features. AJG Award from the Association of Japanese Geographers (2017) AJG Award from the Association of Japanese Geographers (2016) Japan Society for Quaternary Research Academic Award (2013) Japan Quaternary Society Best Paper Award (1999) Professor Kubo has led numerous Japan Society for the Promotion of Science research projects, including studies on Indian deltas, river environments and archaeological sites in Indochina, and hazard map development. Her international collaborations with institutions in India, Cambodia, and Vietnam demonstrate extensive fieldwork and research partnerships. While specific student advisees aren't documented in the available materials, her extensive projects suggest active graduate student mentorship. Her research integrates field investigations, laboratory analysis, and geospatial technologies to examine landscape evolution across multiple spatial and temporal scales. Professor Kubo's work frequently involves interdisciplinary teams of archaeologists, geologists, and environmental scientists, particularly in her studies of Southeast Asian archaeological sites and their geomorphological contexts.

• UAV photogrammetry
• Remote sensing
• Geomorphological monitoring
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anette Eltner is a Junior Professor for Geosensor Systems at the Technical University of Dresden since 2021. Her work focuses on developing innovative methods for environmental monitoring using AI and remote sensing technologies. She leads research projects that aim to improve flood forecasting systems and monitor geomorphological changes through advanced imaging techniques. Her educational background includes: PhD in Geography from TU Dresden (2016), awarded by the German working group for geomorphology Diploma in Geography from TU Dresden (2010) with minors in Photogrammetry/Remote Sensing, Soil Science and Hydrology Professor Eltner's research spans multiple cutting-edge areas in geospatial technology and environmental science. She specializes in UAV photogrammetry and remote sensing, developing methods for precise geomorphological and hydrological monitoring. Her work integrates artificial intelligence with environmental sciences to create more accurate predictive models for natural processes. She focuses particularly on erosion processes in fragile landscapes and has pioneered techniques for spatio-temporal high resolution topography using laserscanning, structure-from-motion, and time-lapse imaging. Her innovative approach to image processing enables automatic feature detection and tracking in geographic applications, while her development of low-cost geosensor systems makes advanced monitoring accessible in resource-limited settings. Her publication record demonstrates consistent advancement from foundational photogrammetric techniques to sophisticated AI integration for real-time environmental assessment. The research shows increasing emphasis on practical flood warning applications and dynamic landscape monitoring, particularly for small waterways where traditional monitoring systems are lacking. Her notable scientific achievements include: PhD thesis award from the German working group for geomorphology (AK Geomorphologie) TUD Young Investigator status (recognizing excellent, independent junior research group leaders) Editorial board membership for Geoscientific Instrumentation, Methods and Data Systems and Photogrammetric Record Professor Eltner leads the "Artificial Intelligence for Flood Warning (KIWA)" project, evaluating camera-based water level monitoring systems along small tributaries of the Elbe River in Saxony. Her research group develops AI-supported methods to analyze water surface imagery and predict flood events in small waterways. She has secured funding for projects in Germany and internationally, including current work in Oman combining cameras and seismic sensors to monitor rare flood events in wadis. Her team is developing systems that allow sensors to communicate with each other for dynamic environmental monitoring. Her laboratory work focuses on developing cost-effective monitoring solutions using accessible technology like Raspberry Pi computers and standard cameras. She has demonstrated that these low-cost systems can effectively monitor significant landscape changes, making advanced environmental monitoring more widely available. Current projects involve creating 3D point cloud analysis methods that incorporate temporal components to better predict dynamic processes like soil erosion, rockfalls, and landslides.