جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Groundwater Management
• Water Security
• Ecohydrology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Steven M. Gorelick is the Cyrus F. Tolman Professor in the Department of Earth System Science at Stanford University and a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment . He has been on Stanford’s faculty since 1988 and currently directs the Global Freshwater Initiative , focusing on water resources vulnerability in India, Mexico, Vietnam, Jordan, and the US. His work integrates groundwater management, ecohydrology, and policy analysis. PhD, Stanford University (1981) in Hydrology (Hydrogeology) MS, Stanford University (1977) in Hydrology (Hydrogeology) BA, New College (1975) Research Interests span coupled human-natural systems modeling for water security, with focus on climate, land-use, and demographic changes affecting urban and agricultural regions. He develops tools for sustainable water management in stressed areas and investigates contaminant transport, aquifer geophysics, and global oil supply dynamics. His Global Freshwater Initiative addresses drought impacts through policy simulations involving taxes, quotas, and water markets. Publication Trends reveal expertise in transboundary water conflicts, arsenic contamination mechanisms, climate-water-food-energy nexus analysis, and ecohydrologic modeling. His work combines field observations with computational models to explore groundwater-surface water interactions, contaminant mobilization, and policy-driven resource allocation. Scientific Awards include: US National Academy of Engineering (2012) AAAS Fellow (2016) Guggenheim Fellow (2005) AGU Fellow (1990) James B. Macelwane Medal (1990) Excellence in Teaching Award (2018) Advising includes serving as Doctoral Dissertation Advisor for Ankun Wang and Reader for Brian Rogers, and mentoring postdoctoral fellows Zhi Li and Qing Yang. He leads the Stanford Center for Aquifer Simulation and has held visiting positions at ETH Zurich, University of Cambridge, and CSIRO.

Julia F. W. Galeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Structural Geology
• Fracture Systems
• Hydrocarbon Reservoirs
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julia F. W. Gale is a Research Professor at the Bureau of Economic Geology within the Jackson School of Geosciences at The University of Texas at Austin. She is affiliated with the Fracture Research and Application Consortium (FRAC) and the Center for Integrated Seismicity Research, where she conducts cutting-edge research on natural fracture systems in unconventional hydrocarbon reservoirs. Her research focuses on natural fracture systems with emphasis on unconventional hydrocarbon reservoirs. Dr. Gale investigates fracture size (width, length, height), morphology, spacing, and openness attributes in core and outcrop samples. She collaborates with colleagues using fluid inclusions and stable isotope geochemistry to establish conditions of fluids from which fracture cements precipitate. Her work integrates burial history to determine fracture timing and mechanisms, and she collaborates with petroleum engineers to understand how natural fractures interact with hydraulic fractures used in well stimulation. Dr. Gale has received notable recognition including the SEPM 2001 Honorable Mention Oral Presentation award and the Clement le Neve Foster Memorial Prize from Imperial College. Her research has significantly advanced understanding of fracture systems in unconventional reservoirs. She has served on various committees including the Promotions Committee and as Agent for the Geological Society of London. Dr. Gale collaborates extensively with researchers in Petroleum and Geosystem Engineering at UT and is actively involved in the Fracture Research and Application Consortium.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Explainable AI (XAI)
• Green AI
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Andrew Starkey is a Reader in the School of Engineering at the University of Aberdeen, where he also completed his PhD in 2001. He holds an Honours degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of St Andrews. He is actively involved in research and currently accepting PhD students in Engineering. His work bridges academia and industry, with a focus on AI applications in engineering, bioinformatics, and geosciences. University: University of Aberdeen School: School of Engineering Academic Rank: Reader Email: a.starkey@abdn.ac.uk Phone: +44 (0)1224 272801 Dr Starkey's research centers on Explainable AI (XAI) , Green AI , and Autonomous AI , with applications in robotics, econometrics, bioinformatics, seismic data analysis, and virtual reality. He has developed novel methods for feature selection, autonomous learning, and knowledge abstraction from agent-environment interactions. His work emphasizes low computational cost and transparency in AI systems. The most recent publications reflect a strong trend in applying AI to complex real-world problems, including digital rock technology, robotic grasping, real-time event detection, and medical data analysis. His interdisciplinary research combines machine learning with domain-specific knowledge in engineering and life sciences, often resulting in practical, industry-ready solutions. Millennium Product Award John Logie Baird Award for Innovation Enterprise Fellowship from Royal Society of Edinburgh and Scottish Enterprise Dr Starkey has supervised multiple research projects and secured funding from major bodies including EPSRC, BBSRC, and industry partners. His past work on the GRANIT project led to the development of AI-based condition monitoring for ground anchorages, resulting in commercialization through BlueFlow Ltd. He has collaborated with researchers across disciplines, including Dr Alasdair MacKenzie (bioinformatics), Dr Anne Schwab (seismic analysis), and Dr David Hazlerigg (genomics). He leads research in AI-driven engineering solutions and is the CEO of BlueFlow Ltd, a spinout company commercializing AI technologies developed at the University of Aberdeen. His lab focuses on developing autonomous, explainable, and environmentally sustainable AI systems for real-world deployment.

• Structural Geology
• Sedimentology
• Tectonics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Giuseppe Palladino is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Aberdeen's School of Geosciences. His research focuses on structural geology, sedimentology, and tectonics with particular emphasis on sandstone intrusions, landslide dynamics, and carbonate reservoir characterization. He has conducted extensive fieldwork in Southern Italy, California, and the Apennine regions, contributing to understanding hydrocarbon reservoir connectivity, tectonic deformation processes, and geohazard mitigation strategies. Key research areas include: Structural controls on sedimentary basin evolution Diagenetic processes in fault-related sandstone intrusions Landslide monitoring using InSAR and geophysical techniques Geoheritage preservation in Mediterranean mountain regions His recent work (2020-2025) emphasizes: UKCS hydrocarbon reservoir modeling using sand injectite analysis Tectonic reconstruction of Southern Apennines thrust belts Biomineralization in Triassic carbonates as paleoenvironmental indicators Publications (2017-2025) demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches integrating field geology, remote sensing, and quantitative petrographic analysis to address applied geological challenges in energy exploration and environmental management.

• Flow in underground porous media
• Geoenergy
• Underground energy storage
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dario Viberti is a Full Professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin, affiliated with the Department of Environmental, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI). He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab and actively contributes to the Master's and Continuing Education School. He serves as Coordinator for both Master’s levels I and II of the Natural Resources Development and Storage program and participates in doctoral colleges for Civil and Environmental Engineering and Materials, Sustainable Processes, and Systems for the Transition. His research focuses on flow in underground porous media , geoenergy , and underground energy storage , particularly hydrogen and CO₂ storage. His expertise spans numerical modeling, reservoir engineering, fluid mechanics, well testing, and energy transition systems. He is involved in commercial research projects with ENI Corporate University and leads initiatives related to sustainable energy applications. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in underground hydrogen storage , biogeochemical modeling , pore-scale simulation , and PVT analysis of gas mixtures . These works emphasize safety, efficiency, and long-term integrity of subsurface storage systems using advanced computational and experimental methods. Scientific Manager, Underground CO2 Storage Project (2022) Scientific Manager, Reservoir Modeling Project (2022) Coordinator, Master’s Program in Natural Resources Development and Storage Member, SEASTAR Competence Center Committee (2020–2025) He mentors several PhD students, including Michel Tawil, Marialuna Loffredo, Alice Raeli, and Alice Massimiani, supporting research in microfluidics, Lattice Boltzmann simulations, and thermodynamic characterization. He teaches courses such as Numerical Modeling for Multiphase Flow , Underground Energy Storage , and Well Logging and Testing across multiple degree programs. His work aligns with UN SDGs 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and 13 (Climate Action).

Yiguo Xueمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Tunnel Engineering
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Yiguo Xue is a Professor and PhD Tutor at the Geotechnical and Structural Engineering Center, School of Civil Engineering, Shandong University. He has contributed extensively to tunnel engineering, subsea infrastructure, and slope stability analysis through advanced prediction models and numerical simulations. Research Interests: New tunnel geological condition prediction technologies Subsea tunnel and underground energy storage systems High slope stability evaluation Engineering exploration methods His recent work focuses on tunnel safety, subsea structural mechanics, and AI-driven hazard prediction models. Publications highlight his expertise in rockburst analysis, water inrush risk, and excavation optimization using machine learning and numerical frameworks. Scientific Awards: Recipient of China's Top 100 Most Influential Domestic Academic Paper Award (2008 paper on tunnel geological hazard forecasting) He has secured multiple national invention patents for tunnel monitoring devices (e.g., vibration sensors, collapse prediction systems) and developed specialized software for displacement prediction and rock classification.

Michael Thorneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Global seismic wave propagation
• Global seismic structure and dynamics
• Core-mantle boundary structure
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Michael Thorne is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geology & Geophysics at the University of Utah, where he has been faculty since July 2014. His research focuses on using seismology to investigate Earth's structure, with specialization in mapping seismic structure of the deep mantle and developing numerical techniques for seismic wave propagation modeling. He teaches courses in geophysics, the dynamic Earth, and seismology. Dr. Thorne's educational background includes: B.S. in Physics from Indiana University Bloomington (1991-1996) Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from Arizona State University (2000-2005) His primary research interests span global seismic wave propagation, Earth's deep interior structure, and the dynamics of the core-mantle boundary region. Dr. Thorne specializes in studying ultra-low velocity zones (ULVZs), D" discontinuity structure, and seismic array processing techniques. His work combines advanced waveform modeling with seismic observations to understand Earth's deep structure and dynamics, including connections between deep mantle features and surface geology. Dr. Thorne's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on ultra-low velocity zones at the core-mantle boundary, with increasing sophistication in modeling techniques. His work has evolved from basic detection of ULVZs to detailed characterization of their morphology, elastic properties, and potential origins. Recent papers incorporate advanced Bayesian inversion methods and multidimensional modeling to better understand these enigmatic features and their implications for Earth's thermal and chemical evolution. Dr. Thorne actively mentors graduate students through thesis research courses and has secured numerous research grants to support his work. His current projects include: "Mapping the Lateral Variability of Groundwater Input into the Great Salt Lake Using Electrical Methods" (2024-2025) "NSFGEO-NERC: Advancing Capabilities to Model Ultra-Low Velocity Zone Properties Through Full Waveform Bayesian Inversion" (2024-2027) "The Future of Glaciers Using a Novel, Interdisciplinary Approach" (2024-2026) "Global Search for D Discontinuity Structure" (2022-2026) His research group utilizes advanced computational methods and collaborates with institutions worldwide to investigate Earth's deep interior structure using seismic observations and modeling.

Jeeban Panthiمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Groundwater-Surface Water Interactions
• Hydrology
• Water Resources Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jeeban Panthi is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Kansas State University's College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Geosciences (Hydrogeology) from the University of Rhode Island and an M.S. in Environmental Science from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. His research focuses on integrated hydrological systems, particularly groundwater-surface water interactions under climate and land-use changes. Ph.D. - University of Rhode Island (Geosciences/Hydrogeology) M.S. - Tribhuvan University, Nepal (Environmental Science) B.S. - Tribhuvan University, Nepal (Environmental Science) Using numerical modeling, geophysical techniques, and satellite remote sensing (e.g., GRACE/GRACE-FO), Panthi investigates water availability and quality across scales—from mountainous regions to coastal areas. His work bridges upstream to downstream hydrological processes through data-driven approaches. As of 2024, Panthi has authored over 26 peer-reviewed journal articles and 20 conference papers. His research has been funded by prestigious grants including USGS 104(b) program, USAID, and the Kansas Water Institute. Kansas Water Institute’s CoSearch competition winner (2024) Best Presentation Award recipient (2023) UNEP PROVIA Young Scientist Fellow Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research grantee Multiple NSF/GSA/AGU research/travel grantee He leads the Panthi HydroSystem Lab, specializing in agricultural and semi-arid landscapes like Kansas. The lab integrates geospatial technologies with field observations to develop science-based water management solutions for sustainability and resilience.

• Hydrogeology
• Saturated-Unsaturated Flow
• Water-Gas Two-Phase Flow
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kuang Xingxing is an Associate Professor at the School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology . His research focuses on saturated-unsaturated flow, water-gas two-phase flow, solute transport modeling, and groundwater response to climate change. PhD in Hydrogeology (2012) from the University of Hong Kong M.Eng in Hydrology and Water Resources (2008) and B.Eng in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (2007) from China University of Geosciences (Beijing) His work improves parameter models for groundwater flow and solute transport, with studies published in leading journals like Water Resources Research and Geophysical Research Letters . He also investigates climate change impacts on Qinghai-Tibet Plateau groundwater systems. Recent publications highlight his contributions to two-phase flow mechanisms in aquifers, solute transport modeling in deltaic systems, and permeability-depth relationships in Earth’s crust. His research integrates laboratory experiments, numerical simulations, and field data. Scientific Awards : AXA Research Fund Post-Doctoral Fellowships (2014) Beijing Outstanding Graduate (2007) China University of Geosciences Outstanding Graduate (2007) SINOPEC Scholarship (2005) National Second Class Scholarship (2004) He serves as Associate Editor of Hydrogeology Journal and reviews for top journals. Teaching includes undergraduate courses in Hydraulics , Hydraulic Experiment , and Introduction to Earth Science .

• Ridge-Hotspot Interaction
• Oceanic Transform Faults Tectonics
• Geodynamics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Yiming Luo is a Research Assistant Professor at the Advanced Institute for Ocean Research , Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), with a Ph.D. in Marine Geology from the Southern China Sea Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2020) and a visiting student experience at the University of Rhode Island (2019–2020). He holds a B.S. in Marine Sciences from Sun Yat-Sen University and an exchange program at National Chung Cheng University , Taiwan. His research focuses on ridge-hotspot interaction , oceanic transform fault tectonics , and geodynamic numerical modeling , with over 15 publications on oceanic crustal evolution, mantle dynamics, and subduction zone processes. Recent work includes 3D geodynamic simulations of oceanic plateau formation and transform fault morphology. He has participated in Mariana Trench , South China Sea , and Makran Trench scientific expeditions. Scientific Awards: Pengcheng Kongque Plan Specially Appointed Talent (Shenzhen) Key Projects: China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (2022M711480, PI) National Natural Science Foundation of China (42406071, Lead PI) Guangdong Provincial Laboratory Talent Team Project (GML2019ZD0205) Research Trends: Subduction zone seismicity Oceanic plateau formation Ridge-hotspot interaction Transform fault morphology 3D geodynamic modeling Crustal thickness analysis

Christian Stranneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marine geophysics
• Climate change impact on methane dynamics
• Submarine sediment processes
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Christian Stranne is an Associate Professor at Stockholm University's Department of Geological Sciences, specializing in Marine geophysical mapping and modeling. He leads research projects investigating climate change impacts on methane dynamics and Arctic glacial systems. Research Focus Climate warming-induced methane release from marine sediments Arctic ice-ocean-atmosphere interactions Acoustic mapping of oceanographic features Submarine groundwater discharge mechanisms Glacial sedimentation and retreat dynamics Scientific Contributions His work integrates field observations with numerical modeling, particularly through: Development of geomechanically-coupled hydrate dissociation models Pioneering acoustic techniques for mixed layer depth mapping Quantifying glacial erosion rates in Greenland fjords Awards & Grants Swedish Research Council Postdoctoral Fellowship (2015) Swedish Research Council Grant for methane release study (2018) Swedish Research Council Grant for sediment-ocean-atmosphere methane study (2022) Field Experience Christian has extensive polar expedition experience: 6 major icebreaker expeditions to Antarctica and Arctic Ocean Research cruises in Sweden, Finland, Brazil, and Chile Expertise in CTD/LADCP operations and mooring deployments

Derek Gibsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Hydrology
• Paleoclimatology
• Sedimentology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Derek Gibson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. His research bridges hydrology and paleoclimatology through analysis of lacustrine sedimentary records to reconstruct past hydroclimate changes and assess impacts on freshwater resources. Education: B.S. in Geology, Ball State University, 2016 Ph.D. in Applied Earth Sciences, Indiana University, 2022 His work combines sedimentological, geochemical, and isotopic proxies from globally collected sediment cores to understand Holocene hydroclimate dynamics. Key projects examine Central American precipitation sensitivity during the Medieval Climate Anomaly/Little Ice Age and Midwestern U.S. climate-flood relationships, with direct implications for improving regional climate models and agricultural resilience in vulnerable regions. Publication trends (2019-2024) reveal concentrated focus on Central American drought mechanisms using Yucatán Peninsula cores and Midwestern flood history through Ohio River floodplain sediments. Methodologies emphasize multi-proxy integration (δ 18 O, grain size, accumulation rates) to resolve hydroclimate extremes at local scales. Scientific Awards: NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship (2022) for Central American paleoclimate research Dr. Gibson leads NSF-funded field campaigns collecting sediment cores across western Central America and coordinates with the LIBRE scientific drilling team. His research directly supports climate adaptation planning for rainfed agricultural regions facing intensifying hydroclimate extremes. He actively collaborates through the Lake Izabal Basin Research Endeavor (LIBRE) project and maintains field operations in Central American lake basins and Midwestern U.S. floodplains for ongoing paleoclimate reconstruction.

Sarah K. Carmichaelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fluid-rock reactions
• Paleoenvironmental reconstruction
• Manganese geomicrobiology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah K. Carmichael is a Professor in the Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Appalachian State University , where she also serves in the Appalachian Studies Faculty . Her interdisciplinary research focuses on fluid-rock reactions , manganese geomicrobiology , and paleoenvironmental reconstruction of mass extinction events through Devonian period studies . B.A. from Smith College M.A. and Ph.D. from Johns Hopkins University Her research combines geochemistry of mass extinctions , microbe-mineral interactions in caves , and Appalachian manganese ore formation through fieldwork from Mongolian mountains to Vietnamese basins . She leads the DAGGER (Devonian Anoxia, Geochemistry, Geochronology, and Extinction Research) Team and collaborates with Dr. Suzanna Bräuer on cave geomicrobiology projects. Recent publications focus on Devonian-Mississippian stratigraphy in Mongolia , mercury isotope evidence for Late Devonian ocean anoxia , and human impact assessment in Appalachian caves . Her work has been recognized with National Geographic Explorer status, inclusion in the Explorers Club 50 , and the UNC Board of Governors Teaching Award . Scientific awards include National Geographic Explorer (2018, 2022) Explorers Club 50 (2022) Board of Governors Teaching Award (2020) Academy of Outstanding Teachers induction (2022) KWI Distinguished Service Award (2020) William C. Strickland Outstanding Junior Faculty Award (2014) She mentors numerous student researchers and has secured over $1.2 million in external funding from organizations like the National Science Foundation and National Geographic Society . Her laboratory work utilizes advanced techniques such as electron microscopy and isotope analysis to decode micron-scale mineral textures that reveal Earth's ancient environmental changes.

Alexandra Koningsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecohydrology
• Remote Sensing
• Plant Hydraulics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alexandra Konings is an Associate Professor of Earth System Science at Stanford University, a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment, and holds a courtesy appointment in Geophysics. She leads the Remote Sensing Ecohydrology Group, which investigates interactions between global carbon/water cycles using satellite remote sensing (especially microwave data) and model development. Her research spans plant hydraulics, wildfire dynamics, tropical ecosystems, and vegetation water content analysis. Education: Ph.D. in Hydrology, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2015) M.S. in Environmental Science, Duke University (2011) S.B. in Environmental Engineering Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2009) Research Interests: Her work integrates remote sensing with ecohydrology to study: Plant-water relationships and hydraulic traits at ecosystem scales Wildfire vulnerability linked to vegetation water stress Carbon-water feedbacks in tropical forests Microwave-derived vegetation water content for climate modeling Impacts of trait diversity on regional ecosystem behavior Publication Trends (2017–2023): Her recent articles focus on vegetation water content as a key indicator for drought impacts, wildfire risk, and ecosystem resilience. Dominant themes include microwave remote sensing validation, plant hydraulic trait mapping, tropical peatland hydrology, and machine learning applications for fuel moisture estimation. Leadership: She directs the Remote Sensing Ecohydrology Group at Stanford, advancing methodologies for satellite-based environmental monitoring and mentoring researchers in ecosystem-climate interactions.

Chunendra K Sahuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Porous Media
• Buoyancy-driven Flows
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chunendra K Sahu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) since 2020. He holds a PhD from the University of Alberta (2012-2016), MTech from IISc Bangalore (2009-2011), and BTech from BIT Durg (2005-2009). Previously, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Cambridge (2017-2020) and Industrial Postdoc at the University of Alberta (2016-2017). His research focuses on: Flow dynamics in porous media Buoyancy-driven flows and density variations Carbon sequestration techniques Groundwater contamination mechanisms Geothermal energy extraction His publications predominantly explore fluid transport phenomena in porous structures, with recent work emphasizing gravity currents, convection patterns, and permeability transitions in geological systems. These studies bridge fundamental fluid mechanics with environmental applications. Significant honors include: Postdoctoral Fellowship from University of Oslo (2017) All India 6th Rank in GATE 2009 Silver Medal in National Mathematics Olympiad (2003) Multiple travel awards for geophysical research Best Paper Award (2011) He has held leadership roles including President of Trinity Postdoctoral Society at Cambridge and Mechanical Engineering Graduate Students Association at Alberta.