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Assoc. Professor Sarah Hamylton holds a position at the University of Wollongong's School of Earth, Atmospheric and Life Sciences (SEALS). Her research focuses on coastal geomorphology, coral reef ecology, and mangrove ecosystems, integrating spatial analysis with art-science collaboration. She leads interdisciplinary projects addressing climate change impacts on coastal environments and promotes gender equity in fieldwork practices. Her work combines remote sensing, GIS modeling, and field-based studies to assess reef island dynamics and sediment transport processes. Hamylton has secured significant funding through grants such as the Australian Research Council's 'Mangrove sustainability on the Australian coast' (2022-2025) and the Advancement and Equity Grants Scheme for Research. These projects explore mangrove carbon storage, island vulnerability, and sustainable coastal management strategies. She actively supervises PhD and Master’s students in topics like interdisciplinary approaches to island sustainability and mangrove extent dynamics. Her research outputs emphasize geospatial analysis of coral reef systems, including studies on sediment dynamics, microatoll detection via drone imagery, and historical reef development. Collaborations span environmental humanities, leveraging songwriting and art to enhance public engagement with climate science. Hamylton's work bridges physical and social sciences, addressing both ecological and human dimensions of coastal change.

• Coastal Geomorphology
• Remote Sensing
• Coral Reef Ecology
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Mark van der Giezen is a Professor of Biological Chemistry at the University of South-Eastern Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Department of Chemistry, Life Sciences and Environmental Technology. His research focuses on microbial interactions with hosts, particularly in gut environments, and their implications for human and animal health. Key areas include pathogen biology (e.g., Giardia, Entamoeba, Blastocystis), food security through livestock and fisheries pathogen studies (Aphanomyces, Fasciola hepatica), and collaborations with institutions like the National Lobster Hatchery and Cefas to study lobster microbiome health. He has published in high-impact journals such as Nature and Current Biology, with work on anaerobic adaptations and novel pathogens in crustaceans. Education details are not explicitly stated in the provided text. His research integrates biochemistry, genomics, and microbial ecology, addressing topics like anaerobic energy metabolism, host-microbe symbiosis, and the role of microbiomes in health and disease. Current projects include understanding microbial responses to low oxygen conditions and developing drug targets against gut pathogens. His work on crayfish plague (Aphanomyces astaci) and lobster pathogens has advanced diagnostic methods, while collaborations on microbiome influences on epigenetics and cardiovascular health highlight interdisciplinary approaches. He leads projects on the lobster gut microbiome and has discovered new pathogens affecting European lobster populations. Despite no explicitly listed awards, his contributions to microbial evolution and anaerobic biology are internationally recognized. Grant and advising details are not provided, but his lab’s focus on aquatic and terrestrial pathogen systems suggests active research funding. The lab collaborates globally, emphasizing applied microbiology for food security and environmental health.

• Microbial Interactions
• Gut Microbiota
• Pathogen Biology
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Dr. Stefan Bidula is a Lecturer in Pharmacology at the University of East Anglia's School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, and a member of the Pathogen Biology Group. His research focuses on antifungal immunity, drug discovery targeting fungal pathogens, and understanding mechanisms of host-microbe interactions. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Genetics and Molecular Biology and a PhD in Biomedical Sciences from the University of East Anglia. Education: BSc (Hons) Genetics and Molecular Biology, University of East Anglia (2008–2011) PhD in Biomedical Sciences, University of East Anglia (2011–2015) Research Interests: Dr. Bidula investigates novel drug targets to combat antifungal resistance, the role of purinergic receptors in immune responses, and the structural biology of nucleic acids (e.g., G-quadruplexes) in pathogenesis. His work integrates biophysics, chemical biology, and bioinformatics to explore mechanisms of fungal detection and inflammation-driven diseases. Grants & Projects: Targeting G-quadruplexes to modulate secondary metabolite production in Aspergillus spp. (2023–2026) Spectroscopic and synthetic facilities for supramolecular and macromolecular systems (2025–2026) Discovery of novel secondary metabolites from marine organisms (2023–2025) Labs & Collaborations: Collaborates on projects involving microbial genomics, cardiovascular biology, and immunology. Part of the Pathogen Biology Group and engaged in interdisciplinary research across pharmacology, microbiology, and structural biology.

• Antifungal Immunity
• Drug Discovery
• Microbial Genomics
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Jojy John is a Post Doctoral Fellow at Clemson University's Department of Biological Sciences within the College of Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Microbial Ecology from SIST, Chennai, India, and has expertise in OMICs technologies and environmental microbiology. Education: Ph.D., Microbial Ecology, SIST, India (2021) M.Sc., Microbiology, MG University, India (2014) B.Sc., Microbiology, MG University, India (2012) Jojy's research focuses on microbial ecology, particularly how microbes interact with ecosystems through OMICs methods. Current work explores functional redundancy in microbiomes using multi-OMICS and mathematical modeling, with applications in marine environments, bioremediation, and extremophile adaptation. His recent publications highlight trends in microbial ecology across diverse areas: deep-sea biodiversity analysis (2025), microplastics in ocean sediments (2025), and halophilic bacterial applications in biotechnology (2020). Studies span environmental stress responses in aquatic organisms (2020, 2017), bioremediation of synthetic dyes (2020), and nitrogen pollution management (2020). Research Group: Collaborates with the Campbell Lab at Clemson University.

• Microbial Ecology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Biotechnology
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Dr. Kelly Best Lazar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering and Science Education and the Department of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences at Clemson University. She holds a Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from The Ohio State University (2014), an M.S. in Geology from East Carolina University (2010), and a B.S. in Geology from North Carolina State University (2007). Her research spans sedimentology, coastal geology, and geoscience education, focusing on Quaternary environmental change, hurricane history reconstruction, ocean acidification, and broadening participation in STEM. Dr. Lazar also leads initiatives in virtual reality field experiences and experiential learning to enhance geoscience education. Her professional experience includes roles at Clemson since 2018, a postdoctoral fellowship (2016–2018), and prior teaching/research positions at The Ohio State University and Capital University. She is actively involved in professional organizations like the Geological Society of America and the National Association of Geoscience Teachers. Lazar’s research has produced over 40 refereed publications and conference presentations, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and student-centered pedagogy. Key contributions include developing the GeoXploration mobile app and advancing VR tools for geoscience education. She has secured multiple NSF grants totaling over $3M, including leadership in projects like BASIC Needs and PROSPECT S-STEM. Her awards include the 2019 CNSF Exhibition invitation and QRM Scholar recognition (2021–2022). Lazar advises numerous graduate students, focusing on geoscience education and coastal systems. She actively promotes diversity in STEM through outreach programs and serves on university-wide committees, including the Faculty Senate and Global Engagement initiatives.

• Sedimentology
• Coastal Geology
• Geoscience Education
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Gunter Fischer is the Senior Vice President of Science & Conservation at the Missouri Botanical Garden , a leading institution in botanical research and biodiversity conservation. He holds a Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Vienna and has additional studies in Information Technology and Botany/Chemistry from the University of Salzburg. His research focuses on bridging science and conservation practices, with expertise in forest restoration, plant taxonomy, and molecular ecology. Education: Ph.D. in Botany, University of Vienna (2007): Study on orchid speciation in Madagascar and the Mascarenes. M.Sc. in Botany with focus on Chemistry and Genetics, University of Salzburg (2001). Additional studies in Information Technology at the University of Salzburg (2002–2005). Research Interests: His work spans conservation strategies, forest dynamics, and plant systematics. Key areas include: Botanic garden and nature reserve management. GIS applications in ecological research. Evolutionary botany and molecular ecology of orchids. Wildlife forensics and biodiversity informatics. His articles highlight contributions to global conservation networks, such as the ForestGEO initiative, and address threats to endangered species like Aquilaria sinensis and coastal sharks. His work on CAM evolution in orchids and forest fragmentation underscores interdisciplinary approaches to biodiversity challenges. Advising & Contributions: No students or grants are explicitly listed. His leadership at the Missouri Botanical Garden involves coordinating large-scale conservation projects and global collaborations through platforms like ForestGEO. Labs/Teams: He leads the Center for Conservation & Sustainable Development , fostering projects on forest dynamics, herbarium curation, and wildlife trade monitoring.

• Botanic garden management
• Nature reserve management
• Conservation science
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Jaime Jahncke is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biology at San Francisco State University (SFSU) and Director of the California Current Group at Point Blue Conservation Science. He leads applied marine research, policy engagement, and partnerships to advance climate-smart ocean conservation. As a Principal Investigator at SFSU's Estuary & Ocean Science Center, he mentors graduate students and develops collaborative initiatives in marine science education. His work focuses on marine ecosystems, climate change impacts, and conservation policy, leveraging long-term datasets from the Farallon Islands and the ACCESS program. Education: BS in Biology from Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina (Peru, 1992), PhD in Biological Sciences from UC Irvine (2004). Research Interests: Marine ecology, seabird and marine mammal behavior, climate-driven ecosystem changes, fisheries sustainability, and ocean zoning. His Connected Conservation approach integrates science, community engagement, and policy to enhance ocean resilience and protect coastal communities. He oversees a team of 17 staff, coordinates with 20–25 seasonal volunteers, and advises 6–10 graduate students annually. Key Collaborations: Federal and state agencies, academic institutions, and NGOs to translate scientific insights into actionable conservation strategies. Projects include modeling whale habitat, assessing vessel strike risks, and informing fisheries policies. Lab/Affiliations: Estuary & Ocean Science Center (SFSU), California Current Group (Point Blue Conservation Science).

• Marine Ecology
• Biological Oceanography
• Seabird and Marine Mammal Ecology
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Dr. Mark Rawling is a Research Fellow in the School of Biological and Marine Sciences at the University of Plymouth, within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He is part of the Fish Nutrition and Health Research Team, focusing on aquatic animal health and welfare, particularly in fish nutrition and probiotic applications. His work contributes to Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water) and Goal 2 (Zero Hunger), emphasizing sustainable aquaculture practices. Mark's research interests include the application of probiotics and prebiotics in aquaculture, optimizing fish nutrition through alternative protein sources, and understanding the modulation of intestinal health and immune responses in fish species such as tilapia, rainbow trout, and Atlantic salmon. He explores how dietary supplements like yeast extracts and β-glucans influence gut microbiota, mucosal barriers, and overall fish health, with a focus on enhancing growth performance and disease resistance in aquaculture settings. His research outputs highlight a focus on dietary interventions to improve aquatic animal health, with studies examining probiotic efficacy, the structural impact of yeast cell wall components, and the role of β-glucans in modulating immune responses. Recent work emphasizes sustainable protein sources for tilapia and the application of postbiotics in zebrafish models. Mark actively contributes to doctoral supervision, currently serving as a second supervisor for two ongoing Ph.D. projects and having supported three completed Ph.D. studentships. His research has been applied in both academic and industry contexts, though specific grant details are not provided in the available text. He is affiliated with the Fish Nutrition and Health Research Team at the University of Plymouth, collaborating on projects related to aquatic animal health and sustainable aquaculture practices.

• Aquatic Animal Health
• Fish Nutrition
• Aquaculture
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Dr. Diana Varela is a Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Advising at the University of Victoria, jointly affiliated with the School of Earth and Ocean Sciences and the Department of Biology. Her research program investigates marine primary productivity and nutrient cycling, with a focus on phytoplankton physiology and ecological responses to environmental changes in diverse oceanic regions. She holds a BSc from Universidad Nacional del Sur (Argentina), an MA from Boston University, and a PhD from the University of British Columbia. Dr. Varela's research examines phytoplankton utilization of nitrogen, silicon, and carbon in the context of climate change, particularly in polar ecosystems. Her work combines laboratory experiments with oceanographic fieldwork to understand biogeochemical cycles and diatom responses to stressors like ocean acidification and warming. Her publications reveal consistent themes in climate impacts on marine productivity, with recent work focusing on Arctic and Antarctic phytoplankton dynamics, silicon isotopic fractionation, and innovative methodologies for studying microbial communities. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches spanning biogeochemistry, ecophysiology, and molecular ecology. Dr. Varela leads the Varela Lab, which provides research opportunities for graduate students and collaborators. Her team conducts field campaigns in challenging environments including Antarctic research stations.

• Biological Oceanography
• Biogeochemical Cycles
• Phytoplankton Physiology
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Dr. Kingsley Lau is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Florida International University (FIU). He joined FIU in 2012 after serving as a Corrosion Research Scientist at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of South Florida (2010). His research focuses on infrastructure materials durability, specifically corrosion of engineering materials and durability of reinforced and prestressed concrete. Dr. Lau has authored/co-authored over 15 peer-reviewed manuscripts and conference papers, with recent work emphasizing coastal infrastructure resilience, corrosion monitoring systems, and microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC). Dr. Lau’s research integrates advanced electrochemical testing, machine learning models for predictive coating analysis, and novel materials development. He has collaborated on critical projects such as the Port of Miami Tunnel corrosion monitoring system and corrosion mitigation strategies for Florida’s marine bridges. His work addresses challenges posed by rising sea levels, aggressive marine environments, and deficient post-tension grout in infrastructure systems. Key areas of expertise include: corrosion mechanisms in alkaline solutions, sulfate-induced steel corrosion, and durability assessment of UHPC (ultra-high-performance concrete) in accelerated bridge construction. His contributions bridge laboratory studies with field applications, aiming to enhance infrastructure longevity and safety in corrosive environments.

• Infrastructure Materials Durability
• Corrosion of Engineering Materials
• Durability of Reinforced Concrete
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Brian Hayden is an Associate Professor and SINLAB Director in the Biology Department at the University of New Brunswick. He holds a PhD from University College Dublin (2009) and completed postdoctoral research at Queens University Belfast and University of Helsinki. His research examines trophic mechanisms in aquatic ecosystems using stable isotopes, diet analyses, and quantitative ecology. Research spans global aquatic systems, focusing on climate change impacts on community structure. Current projects include stable isotope studies of American lobster in the Bay of Fundy and Atlantic salmon marine ecology. Work integrates field studies with big-data approaches to analyze biodiversity-ecosystem function relationships globally. Recent publications explore climate-driven changes in subarctic lake communities, mercury bioaccumulation patterns, and niche partitioning in fish and mammal species. Teaching includes Introduction to Ecology and Trophic and Food Web Ecology courses.

• Stable Isotope Ecology
• Aquatic Ecology
• Fish Biology

Benjamin Barst is a Researcher at the Water and Environmental Research Center (WERC) at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. His work focuses on contaminant effects in fish and wildlife, integrating ecology , ecotoxicology , analytical chemistry , and public health to inform environmental management decisions. Education : PhD in Water Science, INRS-ETE, Université du Québec (2015) MSc in Environmental Science, University of North Texas (2010) BA in Biochemistry, University of North Texas (2008) BSc in Wildlife Biology, Adams State University (2005) Barst’s research investigates spatial and temporal patterns of mercury contamination, its biomagnification in food webs, and interactions with environmental stressors like climate change and invasive species . He employs methods such as stable isotope analysis and dried blood spot sampling to assess contaminant exposure in Arctic and aquatic ecosystems. Recent publications highlight his expertise in mercury dynamics across diverse ecosystems, including studies on Arctic char , Steller sea lions , and shoreline spiders . His work also explores the use of sentinel species for environmental monitoring and the combined impacts of chemical and non-chemical stressors . Current Position : Research Assistant Professor, WERC, University of Alaska Fairbanks (2020–) Previous Experience : Centennial Postdoctoral Scholar, Alaska Stable Isotope Facility (2018–2020) Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Natural Resource Sciences, McGill University (2015–2018)

• Ecotoxicology
• Environmental Chemistry
• Mercury Contamination
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Dr. Tim Patterson is a Professor of Environmental Geology at Carleton University's Department of Earth Sciences within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on paleoclimatology, limnology, and geochemistry, employing micropaleontological, sedimentological, and geochemical techniques. Key areas include studying Holocene lake and marine paleoclimate records, assessing climate variability's impact on aquatic ecosystems, evaluating land-use change effects on lake/coastal-marine ecosystems, and evaluating ecosystem remediation success. Leading the Patterson Laboratory, affiliated with the Carleton Climate and Environmental Research Group (CCERG), Global Water Institute (GWI), and Carleton Northern Studies Program. Notable work includes defining the Anthropocene boundary using Crawford Lake's varved sediments and investigating road salt contamination, arsenic bioindicators, and Itrax-XRF core scanning methodologies. Research highlights include contributions to understanding Holocene climate variability, anthropogenic impacts on aquatic systems, and innovative methodologies for high-resolution sediment analysis. His lab develops tools like freeze core microtomes and FlowCam technology for rapid ecological assessments. Publications span 40+ years, with recent emphasis on Anthropocene stratigraphy, subarctic resilience, and heavy metal contamination in northern ecosystems. Collaborations include ArcticNet and Northern geoscience projects.

• Environmental Geology
• Paleoclimatology
• Limnology
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Clint Penick is an Assistant Professor of Insect Ecology in the Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology at Auburn University's College of Agriculture. His research focuses on understanding insect ecology and behavior, particularly in urban environments, and translating biological insights into engineering solutions through biomimicry. Key areas include ant diversity patterns, climate change impacts on arthropods, and bio-inspired material design. Penick's work integrates field ecology, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling. He explores how ants adapt to urbanization, investigates antimicrobial defenses in social insects, and studies structural properties of biological materials like cactus wood and marine sponges. His research bridges entomology with engineering, contributing to advancements in robotics, meta-materials, and sustainable design. Notable projects include studying the invasive 'ManhattAnt' (Lasius emarginatus) in NYC, developing motion compensators for insect-like robots (TOLC), and analyzing form-function relationships in natural structures like the Venus flower basket. He collaborates across disciplines, involving engineers, computer scientists, and artists to apply biological principles to human challenges. Penick advises graduate and undergraduate students in his research areas, though specific advisees are not listed here. His work has been supported by various grants and collaborations, though grant details are not explicitly provided in the text. He maintains an active lab focused on ecological and applied entomology projects.

• Insect Ecology
• Urban Ecology
• Biomimicry/Bio-inspired Design
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Emily Kang is a Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cincinnati, where she leads the Group on Data Analytics and Decision Sciences (GDADS). Her research develops statistical methodologies for spatial and spatio-temporal data, with applications in environmental science, climate modeling, and remote sensing. Kang specializes in hierarchical Bayesian models, data assimilation techniques, and scalable algorithms for large environmental datasets. Her work includes developing the EcoPro framework for ecological projections using Earth system models and remote sensing data, creating statistical downscaling methods for climate variables, and designing visualization tools for global environmental data on multi-resolution grids. Kang received the American Statistical Association's ENVR Early Investigator Award for contributions to environmental statistics. Current projects focus on neighborhood-scale extreme heat projections, coral reef habitability under climate change, and recursive co-kriging models for multi-fidelity spatial data. Her research advances uncertainty quantification in remote sensing products and climate impact assessments.

• Spatial Statistics
• Environmental Statistics
• Data Assimilation
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