جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Information Systems Methodologies
• Artificial Intelligence
• Agent Systems
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Prof Ghassan Beydoun is a Professor and Head of Discipline (Information Systems) at the School of Computer Science, University of Technology Sydney (UTS). He leads the Information Systems discipline and is affiliated with the Centre for Advanced Modelling and Geospatial Information Systems (CAMGIS). His research focuses on AI-driven systems, agent-based modelling, ontologies, and disaster management, with notable contributions to knowledge graphs, enterprise architecture, and IoT applications. Beydoun actively supervises Masters and PhD students in these domains. His research interests span metamodelling, agent systems, and AI applications in disaster management (e.g., flood, landslide, and earthquake risk assessment), health systems, and smart infrastructure. He has pioneered frameworks for reproducible machine learning solutions, digital identity systems, and cloud migration strategies. Beydoun’s work integrates interdisciplinary methods, such as bibliometric analysis for journal evolution and XAI for spatial hazard prediction. Recent publications highlight his expertise in AI for climate-induced hazard modelling, agent-based knowledge transfer mechanisms, and metaverse applications in education. His funded projects include AI-powered circular economy initiatives, smart beach safety systems, and health data querying frameworks. Beydoun collaborates with industry partners like CSIRO, Capsicum Business Architects, and Data Zoo, translating research into practical solutions for enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and public health.

Chaopeng Shenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrology
• Deep Learning
• Physics-Informed Machine Learning
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Chaopeng Shen is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. His research bridges hydrology with state-of-the-art deep learning and differentiable modeling techniques, focusing on advancing our understanding of hydrologic cycles and their interactions with ecosystems, energy, and carbon cycles. He leads the Multi-scale Hydrology, Processes and Intelligence group (MHPI) and has developed the Process-based Adaptive Watershed Simulator (PAWS) for large-scale hydrologic modeling. Shen's work emphasizes physics-informed machine learning , where deep learning components are integrated with process-based equations through differentiable modeling. This approach enables training neural networks using big data while respecting physical laws, leading to improved generalizability and robustness. His group has demonstrated advantages of differentiable models in rainfall-runoff prediction, routing, ecosystem modeling, and water quality studies. Notably, his team's deepLDB project addresses landslide prediction using AI and big datasets. Recent publications highlight his contributions to global water modeling (grid-LSTM, differentiable Muskingum-Cunge routing), extreme flood forecasting (probabilistic diffusion models), and hydrologic uncertainty quantification . Shen actively engages in interdisciplinary collaborations through the PRISM Cooperative Institute, which aims to integrate multi-domain data for systemic risk assessment. His group has advised students including Dapeng Feng, Wen-Ping Tsai, Kuai Fang, Xinye Ji, and Tasnuva Mahjabin. Shen's research is supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), Department of Energy (DoE), USGS, Google.org, and the Gates Foundation. He serves as Editor for the Journal of Geophysical Research - Machine Learning & Computation and Chief Editor for Frontiers in Water: Water & AI. His open-source software tools like PAWS and deepLDB are available through dedicated project websites.

Damon P. Coppolaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Disaster Management
• Emergency Preparedness
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Damon P. Coppola is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the School of Public Health , specializing in disaster management and emergency preparedness. His work bridges academic theory with practical application through publications and educational campaigns. Key Roles : Adjunct faculty, Author, Emergency Preparedness Educator Research Focus : Coppola’s research emphasizes global disaster management frameworks, risk communication, and climate change adaptation. His publications explore: Incident command systems in international contexts Technological and intentional hazards Humanitarian spending and stakeholder coordination Practical strategies for public and private sector preparedness Climate resilience and geospatial technologies Publications : His works span recent to historical analyses, including: The Path of Flames (2023) on wildfire response Introduction to Homeland Security (2020) on national security frameworks Communicating Emergency Preparedness (2017) on behavioral change campaigns Living with Climate Change (2017) on adaptation strategies

Domniki Asimakiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Seismology
• Structural Dynamics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Domniki Asimaki is a Professor of Mechanical and Civil Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), part of the Division of Engineering and Applied Science. Her research focuses on geotechnical engineering, computational mechanics, and structural dynamics, with an emphasis on understanding ground motion effects on natural and engineered systems such as dams, tunnels, and urban infrastructure. She holds a Dipl. from the National Technical University of Athens (1998), an M.S. (2000) and Ph.D. (2004) from MIT, joining Caltech in 2014. Key research interests include soil dynamics, wave propagation, regional ground deformation, and soil-foundation-structure interaction. She has pioneered data-driven approaches to integrate numerical simulations with field observations for resilient infrastructure design. Notable achievements include developing the open-source Seismo-VLAB software for seismic analysis and receiving prestigious awards like the Bodossaki Award of Scientific Excellence and the Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering Award. Her work addresses seismic hazards at urban and regional scales, with recent studies on the 2023 Türkiye earthquake, the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquake, and Kathmandu Basin dynamics. She leads initiatives to enhance ground motion prediction, landslide hazard assessment, and infrastructure resilience through advanced modeling and AI-driven methods. Education: Dipl., National Technical University of Athens, 1998 M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2000 Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2004 Awards: Bodossaki Award of Scientific Excellence Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering Award Labs/Teams: Leads research groups focusing on seismic hazard modeling, open-source software development, and geotechnical data assimilation techniques.

• Geophysics
• Geodynamics
• Remote Sensing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Craig O'Neill is an Associate Professor in Geophysics/Remote Sensing at the School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Science, Queensland University of Technology (QUT). His research spans geodynamics, planetary science, geophysics, and engineering geology, with a strong focus on understanding Earth and planetary evolution through computational modeling and geophysical data analysis. His research interests include Geophysics, Geodynamics, Remote Sensing, Planetary Science, Engineering Geology, Geochemistry, and Geology . He applies advanced numerical methods to model planetary interiors, tectonic processes, and geohazards, with recent work exploring early Earth crust formation, Venusian core dynamics, exoplanet thermal evolution, and applied geophysical techniques for engineering and environmental monitoring. The trend in his recent publications shows a strong interdisciplinary focus, combining computational geophysics with planetary science and Earth systems analysis. His work appears in leading journals such as Nature , Science Advances , and Geophysical Research Letters , covering topics from asteroid impacts and craton formation to ambient noise tomography and groundwater response to climate change. Professional Memberships: Australian Society of Exploration Geophysicists American Geophysical Union Australian Geomechanics Society Craig O'Neill supervises research students in areas such as lunar seismology and planetary geodynamics. While no specific grants are listed in the provided text, his extensive publication record and active research programs suggest ongoing funding support. He has developed open-source tools like Planet_LB for lattice-Boltzmann modeling of planetary systems. He is actively involved in the geophysics community, with scholarly profiles on ORCID, Google Scholar, and Scopus, and shares his research via X (formerly Twitter). His work bridges fundamental planetary science with practical geophysical applications.

Eric Josef Ribeiro Parteliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Geophysics
• Computational Geosciences
• Granular Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Eric Parteli is a Heisenberg Group Leader at the Faculty of Physics, University of Duisburg-Essen , with affiliations to the University of Cologne (Computational Geosciences) and The University of Alabama . He leads research on Earth surface particulate materials and their dynamics under wind, fluvial processes, and gravitational forces. Current and former students include PhD candidates, Master/Bachelor candidates, and research assistants like Cong Jiang , Maria Determann , Mateusz Kryger , and Joel Jankowiak . His group develops computational tools to model particle interactions and feedbacks with geomorphology, biosphere, and atmosphere across scales, with applications in climate science, planetary geophysics, and natural hazard risk assessment. Key research themes include aeolian processes , hydrological modeling , granular material behavior , and coupled Earth surface systems . No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His lab operates from Room MG 364 at the University of Duisburg-Essen and collaborates with the Computational Geosciences department at the University of Cologne. Recent publications highlight anomalous scaling in sand transport , angle of repose modeling , and regional hydrological systems in arid environments.

• Hydrology
• Hydrogeology
• Climate Change Impact
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nathan Young is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sustainable Resources Management at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). His research focuses on physical hydrology and environmental science, with a particular emphasis on understanding how heat, water, and solutes move through the environment in response to climate change and landscape alterations such as permafrost thaw, sea-level rise, and environmental hazards like wildfires and landslides. He integrates fieldwork, numerical modeling, and quantitative analysis to improve predictive models for sustainable water management. Education includes a Ph.D. in Geology and Environmental Science (2019, Iowa State University), an M.S. in Earth and Environmental Science (2014, Wright State University), and a B.A. in Geology and Sociology/Anthropology (2012, Earlham College). Research interests span hydrogeology, climate change impacts, permafrost dynamics, and groundwater flow modeling. His work often involves advanced tools like MATLAB, R, Python, and numerical models such as MODFLOW and HydroGeoSphere. He emphasizes fieldwork in student mentorship, valuing hands-on experience and quantitative skills. Teaching includes courses like Watershed Hydrology (FOR 340) and Watershed Ecology and Management (FOR 442). Current advisee Ford Ford is pursuing an MS in Environmental Science. Awarded funded graduate assistantships and undergraduate research positions are available to qualified candidates with academic excellence, research experience, and enthusiasm for hydrological studies. His lab focuses on cryohydrogeological systems, particularly in Arctic regions like Nunavik, Québec, and investigates the interplay between thermal regimes, permafrost degradation, and subsurface hydrology.

Peter Molnarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrology
• Geomorphology
• Sediment Dynamics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Peter Molnar is a Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering, where he leads research in hydrology, geomorphology, and environmental engineering. His work spans river basin dynamics, sediment transport, precipitation modeling, and climate-water interactions, with field sites focused on Alpine systems. His research interests center on river basin water and sediment dynamics , precipitation analysis and stochastic modeling , fluvial systems including river networks and riparian zones , and geomorphic processes in mountain streams . Key projects include the Maggia River Experimental Site, basin sediment cascade modeling, and hydroclimatic analysis of rainfall intensity-temperature relationships. His publication record shows consistent high-impact work in journals including Nature , Nature Climate Change , and Water Resources Research , with recent focus on climate change impacts, sensor development, and sustainable agriculture. Golden Owl Award for best teaching (2011) Organizer of international workshops on geomorphology complexity and urban precipitation Patron of CometX initiative Molnar actively mentors PhD students including current candidates working on droughts in Ethiopia, Alpine Rhine sediment budgets, and mountain ecohydrology. His research is supported by Swiss National Science Foundation grants, ETH funding, and international collaborations. He leads experimental work at the Maggia River site and develops warning systems for rainfall-triggered landslides.

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Soil-Structure Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lecturer Sevinç Ünsal Oral is affiliated with Başkent University as a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering. She holds a PhD (2013), Master's (2009), and BSc (2006) in Civil Engineering from Middle East Technical University. Specializes in geotechnical engineering and earthquake engineering Active in seismic hazard analysis and soil-structure interaction Her research focuses on liquefaction assessment, landslide modeling, and seismic performance of infrastructure. Articles highlight work on geothermal facilities, dams, and airport structures. Scientific contributions include numerical modeling frameworks for earthquake-induced geohazards. She serves as a thesis advisor for graduate students and participates in projects related to UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Joel Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gas Hydrate Systems
• Sedimentology
• Geological Oceanography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joel Johnson is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of New Hampshire. He teaches courses in Earth History, Structural Geology, Sedimentology, Geotectonics, Geological Oceanography, and research-focused classes. With a Ph.D. in Geological Oceanography from Oregon State University and an M.S. in Structural Geology & Tectonics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, his research spans gas hydrate systems, sedimentology, and methane cycling in marine environments. Ph.D., Geological Oceanography, Oregon State University M.S., Structural Geology & Tectonics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.S., Geology, University of Minnesota Duluth His work examines gas hydrate dynamics in settings like Hydrate Ridge (Cascadia margin) and Svyatogor Ridge (Fram Strait), focusing on crustal processes , fluid flow mechanisms , and authigenic carbonate formation . Studies in the Gulf of Mexico and Indian continental margins analyze hydrate accumulation controls, while Arctic lake research explores methane emission temperature sensitivity and microbial influences . Collaborative projects include 3D seismic analysis , tectonic stress modeling , and monsoon-driven sedimentation in the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea. Recent publications highlight earthquake-enhanced carbon cycling in deep sediments (2023), primary deposition controls on gas hydrate reservoirs (2022), and crustal-scale methane systems in Arctic regions (2022). His 15 most recent articles span 2023-2014, emphasizing gas hydrate systems , methane seepage , sedimentary diagenesis , and tectonic influences on fluid flow. Subfields include authigenic carbonate formation , 3D seismic imaging , isotopic geochemistry , and late Quaternary climate reconstructions . Contact: Joel.Johnson@unh.edu

• Numerical Modeling
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Liang Cui is an Associate Professor at the University of Surrey , affiliated with the School of Sustainability, Civil and Environmental Engineering and Institute for Sustainability . With a PhD from University College Dublin (2006) and BE (1st honor) from Tsinghua University (2002) , his career spans geotechnical research and education since joining Surrey in 2009. Key roles: Undergraduate Programme Leader (2020-2022, 2023-on), MSc Programme Leader for Advanced Geotechnical/Civil/Structural Engineering (2022-2023) Professional memberships: Chartered Engineer (CEng), Member of Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE), Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA) His primary research focuses on numerical modeling (DEM/FEM) for geotechnical applications including offshore wind foundations , geothermal energy systems , methane hydrate exploitation , and extra-terrestrial soil mechanics . Secondary interests involve material characterization of polymeric foams , porous media , and biological tissues . Recent 15 publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expertise in soil-structure interaction for renewable energy infrastructure, thermal feedback in groundwater heat pumps, and hypothesis-driven DEM simulations for lunar/martian environments. Collaborative projects span institutions including Tsinghua University , University of Bristol , and Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar . Scientific Awards: Sustainability Fellow (University of Surrey, 2023) Chartered Engineer (CEng) and MICE FHEA for educational contributions Dr. Cui supervises 7 postgraduate researchers and contributes to teaching modules in soil mechanics and energy geotechnics. His work addresses challenges in hybrid marine energy systems , needleless drug delivery , and seismic resilience of critical infrastructure.

Giuseppe Buscarneraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geomechanics
• Constitutive Modeling of Geomaterials
• Unsaturated Soil Mechanics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Giuseppe Buscarnera is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northwestern University, serving as the Director of Graduate Studies. He holds affiliations with the Theoretical and Applied Mechanics Graduate Program . His research focuses on geomechanics , particularly the multi-physical processes in geomaterials that impact natural hazards and infrastructure design. Buscarnera earned his B.S. and M.S. in Civil Engineering from Politecnico di Milano and a Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering from Politecnico di Torino. Before joining Northwestern, he held postdoctoral positions at Politecnico di Milano and collaborated with MIT, the University of Sydney, and others. His key research interests include constitutive modeling of geomaterials, mechanics of unsaturated soils, chemo-mechanics of porous rocks, material stability theory, fracture mechanics in granular systems, and landslide forecasting. His work integrates theoretical mechanics, constitutive modeling, and computational methods to address societal challenges like natural hazard mitigation and sustainable energy technologies. Buscarnera has received significant recognition including the NSF CAREER Award (2013) and ALERT PhD Prize (2011) . He actively serves as a reviewer for International Journal of Numerical and Analytical Methods in Geomechanics and Géotechnique Letters , and is a member of the Italian Geotechnical Association (AGI) and ISSMGE. In advising, he has mentored over 10 graduate and undergraduate students in projects related to landslide modeling, granular mechanics, and material degradation. His lab employs multi-scale approaches combining continuum thermodynamics, particle-scale models, and DEM analyses. Current research emphasizes particle fragmentation, chemical interactions in porous media, and regional subsidence prediction through multi-scale frameworks. The Buscarnera Research Group collaborates internationally and uses advanced tools like X-ray tomography and computational simulations to study geoenvironmental processes. Former members now hold academic and industry roles, including Assistant Professor at IIT Kanpur and positions at GEI Consultants.

Ajay B. Limayeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fluvial geomorphology
• Quantitative stratigraphy
• Planetary surfaces
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ajay B. Limaye is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Virginia. His research spans terrestrial and planetary landscapes, focusing on fluvial geomorphology, quantitative stratigraphy, and planetary surface processes. He employs remote sensing, geospatial analysis, numerical modeling, and laboratory experiments to study river dynamics, sedimentary deposits, and climate records on Earth, Mars, and Titan. His work integrates NSF and NASA-funded projects, including the development of a Landscape Evolution Laboratory with a 7m×3m experimental basin for controlled landscape modeling. His research explores feedbacks between landslides and ecology in central Virginia, Martian deltaic deposits, and submarine channel systems. He teaches courses in geomorphology, planetary geology, and fundamental geosciences. NSF CAREER Award (2023) : "GLOW: Sequencing rivers with machine learning and bioinformatics" Keck Institute Fellowship (2010) : High-resolution stratigraphy of Mars polar deposits Recent publications analyze braided river dynamics (e.g., Brahmaputra-Jamuna River), meander bend geometry, landslide-vegetation interactions, and planetary hydrology. His experimental work on autogenic fluvial terraces and turbidity maximum zones in estuaries demonstrates interdisciplinary methodological rigor.

Frances O'Donnellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecohydrology
• Water Resources
• Stormwater Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Frances O'Donnell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Auburn University, where she leads the Auburn Ecohydrology Lab. Her research focuses on ecohydrology, emphasizing vegetation-water cycle interactions, stormwater management, and ecosystem restoration with applications in geographically isolated wetlands and transportation infrastructure resilience. Education: Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Princeton University B.A. in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology, Harvard University Research Interests: Dr. O'Donnell investigates soil moisture dynamics and evapotranspiration processes to develop green infrastructure solutions for stormwater management. Her work integrates field measurements, hydrological modeling, and remote sensing to quantify ecosystem services of wetlands and improve climate resilience in water systems. Key projects examine forest restoration impacts on groundwater and sustainable practices for agricultural pollution mitigation. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal three dominant themes: landslide prediction along Alabama highways using soil moisture thresholds, sediment/nutrient dynamics in agricultural wetlands under climate change, and cost-optimization tools for green infrastructure. International collaborations in Haiti address drinking water accessibility, while Arizona watershed studies analyze forest management effects on water balance. Scientific Awards and Grants: NASA Research Grant for Geographically Isolated Wetlands USDA-NIFA Foundational and Applied Science Program Grant ($500,000) Advising and Collaborations: Dr. O'Donnell mentors graduate students through thesis research with real-world applications, including permeable pavement design tools and UAV-based water quality monitoring. She collaborates with NASA, USDA, and NOAA on federal projects, and her students publish in journals like Water Environment Research while securing positions at Virginia Tech and Geosyntec Consultants. Laboratory: The Auburn Ecohydrology Lab conducts field experiments in Alabama watersheds and Haiti, utilizing sensor networks, hydrological models, and drone technology to advance understanding of water-ecosystem interactions for sustainable infrastructure planning.

Hermann M. Fritzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tsunamis
• Coastal hazards
• Hurricane storm surges
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Hermann M. Fritz is a full Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology within the College of Engineering's School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. With expertise spanning tsunamis, coastal hazards, hurricane storm surges, landslides, and submarine volcanic eruptions, his research focuses on the fluid dynamics aspects of these natural hazards and their mitigation strategies. Dr. Fritz earned his Doctorate degree (Dr. sc. ETH Zurich) in 2002 from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. His extensive field experience includes leading or participating in more than a dozen post-disaster reconnaissance campaigns across multiple continents, documenting tsunami events from the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami through the 2017 Greenland event, and hurricane surveys from Hurricane Katrina (2005) to Hurricane Nate (2017). His research integrates physical modeling with field observations, with recent work focusing on tsunamis generated by submarine volcanic eruptions, as evidenced by his development of a unique volcanic tsunami generator for large-scale wave basin experiments. His publication record shows consistent high-impact research in natural hazard science, with a particular emphasis on understanding wave generation mechanisms, coastal inundation patterns, and sediment transport processes during extreme events. Among his notable recognitions is the Plinius Medal from the European Geosciences Union (2014), highlighting his significant contributions to natural hazard research. His work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical applications for coastal protection and disaster risk reduction. Plinius Medal, EGU (European Geosciences Union) - 2014 Dr. Fritz has mentored numerous students through his research projects, though specific names aren't provided in the available information. His collaborative approach is evident through his extensive co-authorship network spanning multiple institutions worldwide. Current research directions include advanced physical modeling of tsunami generation mechanisms, particularly those related to volcanic activity and landslides, as well as improving coastal resilience against extreme events. His laboratory work at Georgia Tech involves sophisticated experimental setups including large three-dimensional wave basins and specialized generators for simulating complex natural phenomena under controlled conditions. This experimental approach complements his extensive field survey experience, creating a powerful research methodology that connects theoretical understanding with real-world observations.