جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Climate Change Biology
• Thermal Biology
• Symbiosis
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Vincent Foray is a Researcher at the University of Tours, affiliated with the Research Institute on Insect Biology (IRBI) and the Department of Animal Biology and Genetics. He specializes in thermal biology, symbiotic interactions, and the impacts of climate change on insects. His work focuses on how temperature and endosymbiotic bacteria influence insect phenotypes and fitness, particularly in aphids. Research themes include: (1) Thermal biology, exploring how temperature fluctuations affect insect performance and adaptation, and (2) Symbiotic interactions, studying the role of endosymbionts like Serratia symbiotica and Wolbachia in thermal tolerance and host-symbiont dynamics. He teaches courses in population genetics and organism biology. Publications span topics like aphid-parasitoid dynamics, microbial symbiont effects on host fitness, and thermal adaptation mechanisms. Collaborations include studies on Drosophila suzukii invasions and metabolic impacts of dietary shifts. His work is grounded in integrative approaches combining molecular, physiological, and behavioral data.

Emily Berglundمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Water Resources Engineering
• Socio-Technical Systems
• Agent-Based Modeling
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Emily Berglund is a Professor and Associate Head for Faculty Development in the Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering at North Carolina State University. She holds a Ph.D. (2005), M.S., and B.S. in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University and the University of Kentucky, respectively. Her research focuses on geospatial analytics, agent-based modeling of socio-technical systems, and optimizing infrastructure resilience, particularly in water resources and solar power systems. Her work integrates complex adaptive systems modeling with engineering approaches to address challenges in water management, including lead contamination, dynamic pricing, and pandemic-related demand shifts. She has led projects funded by the EPA, NSF, and others, totaling over $2 million. Notable achievements include developing frameworks for lead risk prediction and citizen science initiatives to address environmental disparities. Dr. Berglund’s publications span journals like Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and Water Resources Research , emphasizing equity in sustainability science and socio-technical system dynamics. She mentors students on technology adoption and infrastructure resilience, advocating for interdisciplinary solutions to global water challenges. Education: Ph.D./M.S. Civil Engineering (NC State), B.S. Civil Engineering (University of Kentucky) Grants: Includes $1.2M for pandemic water system modeling and $540K for consumer-centric lead detection Labs/Teams: Active in the Fitts-Woolard Hall research group and collaborates on initiatives like Crowd the Tap citizen science

• Environmental Health
• Sustainable Development
• Global Health
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Tracy Morse is a Professor of Environmental Health and Head of the Strathclyde Centre for Sustainable Development at the University of Strathclyde. She leads interdisciplinary research addressing environmental health challenges in low- and middle-income countries, with a focus on sustainable development and UN SDG attainment. Her work emphasizes transdisciplinary approaches and global partnerships. Education: PhD in Public Health (2006) and BSc in Environmental Health (1997), both from the University of Strathclyde. Affiliations: Civil and Environmental Engineering School, Strathclyde Centre for Sustainable Development. Key Roles: Chair of Scotland Malawi Partnership WASH Forum (2025), Organiser of World Water Day 2025, and Principal Investigator on multiple global health projects. Research interests include WASH interventions, antimicrobial resistance, and colonial governance impacts on fisheries. Her projects span 20+ years in Malawi, with notable initiatives like the Scotland Chikwawa Health Initiative (2006-2016) and the NIHR Global Health Research Group on Adolescent Health and Well-Being (2022-2026). Publications highlight her contributions to hygiene behaviors, water quality, and environmental health policy. Awards include the 2022 UK & Ireland Green Gown Award and the 2016 Award for Contributions to Environmental Health in Malawi. Grants/Projects: NIHR Global Health Research Short Placement Award (2023-2024) WASH for Everyone Initiative (2024-2025) British Colonialism and Fisheries Governance (2022-2023) Labs/Teams: Strathclyde Centre for Sustainable Development, collaborating with global partners like the WHO and UNICEF.

Angela Maddenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Nutrition
• Dietetics
• Clinical Nutrition
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Dr. Angela Madden is a Clinical Professor and Clinical Researcher in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Hertfordshire, where she initiated and led the Nutrition and Dietetics program (2006–2020). She holds a PhD in Nutrition from University College London (UCL). Her research focuses on enhancing health through nutritional interventions, particularly in clinical dietetics and public health, with expertise in liver disease, obesity, and energy expenditure assessment. She is a Fellow of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) and Trustee of its General and Education Trust. Her academic roles include teaching research-informed practices and mentoring over 12 peer-reviewed papers co-authored with students. Key research interests include nutritional assessment tools, energy expenditure prediction, and dietary interventions for chronic conditions like cirrhosis and coeliac disease. She supervises PhD students exploring behavior change in obesity and post-transplant nutrition. Major projects include systematic reviews on gallstone disease management and resting energy expenditure in children. She has contributed to national guidelines, such as improved height prediction equations for ethnically diverse populations. Awards include BDA Fellowships and collaborative grants from NIHR and the MRC.

Jacqueline Smithمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organic Synthesis
• Chemical Biology
• Drug Discovery
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Jacqueline Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Howard University's College of Arts & Sciences. Her research program focuses on developing small-molecule therapeutics and bioanalytical tools for cancer and neurological diseases, with a strong emphasis on organic synthesis and drug discovery. Dr. Smith earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Maryland, College Park, and completed postdoctoral research at Georgetown University. She is deeply committed to STEM outreach and education, particularly in supporting underrepresented minorities in organic chemistry. Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of Maryland, College Park (2011) B.S., University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), Meyerhoff Scholarship Program Postdoctoral Research, Georgetown University, Drug Discovery Lab Her research interests lie at the intersection of Organic Synthesis , Chemical Biology , and Drug Discovery , with specific focus on microwave-assisted synthesis of imidazole compounds to combat cancer resistance, and the development of fluorescent theranostic agents for targeted drug delivery and imaging, particularly in triple-negative breast cancer and brain delivery. She also explores quorum sensing modulation in bacterial systems. Her recent publications reveal a consistent trend in leveraging synthetic chemistry to address complex biological problems, spanning cancer therapeutics, neurodegenerative disease, and antimicrobial strategies. The work combines methodological innovation in synthesis with rigorous biological evaluation, demonstrating a translational and interdisciplinary approach. Dr. Smith has been recognized with prestigious awards, including: NSF CAREER Award NSF EiR Award She has actively mentored over 30 undergraduate and high school students and has secured significant research funding. Her lab operates at the forefront of chemical biology, developing novel tools and therapies. The Smith Research Lab is a dynamic team working on innovative projects in cancer resistance , theranostic drug delivery , and bacterial communication .

• Biological Control
• Integrated Pest Management
• Entomology
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Maria Tatiana Pina Desfilis is a Professor at the Faculty of Teacher Training, Universitat de València, and an active researcher in agricultural and environmental sciences. She is affiliated with the Department of Experimental A and associated with the research groups GEOLIT (Literary Geographies) and Didactics of Experimental Sciences. She has also served as a Post-Doc at Universitat Jaume I de Castelló in Ciències Agràries i del Medi Natural. Her work bridges science education and applied entomology, particularly in sustainable citrus farming. PhD in Biological Sciences, Universitat de València (2007) Research focus: biological control, integrated pest management, soil ecology Current affiliation: Universitat de València Email: tatiana.pina@uv.es Her research centers on the biological control of key citrus pests such as Tetranychus urticae (two-spotted spider mite) and Ceratitis capitata (Mediterranean fruit fly). She investigates the impact of cover crops, pollen quality, and soil microorganisms on predator-prey dynamics and natural enemy efficacy. Her work includes evaluating acaricides and alternative control methods, such as petroleum-derived oils, and exploring molecular techniques like multiplex PCR to analyze gut contents of predatory mites. She also studies host adaptation in mite populations and the role of mycorrhizal fungi and nitrogen-fixing bacteria in plant-herbivore interactions. Her publications, primarily from 2001 to 2015, show a consistent focus on sustainable pest control in citrus agroecosystems. Key themes include the enhancement of phytoseiid mite communities, the side effects of chemical treatments on natural enemies, and ecological engineering for pest regulation. Her collaborative work with researchers like Helga Montón, G. Camañes, and Josep A. Jacas highlights her integration into a broader network of agricultural scientists. Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned in the provided texts. She has contributed to advising and research projects related to pest management, though no formal list of students is available. Her work has been supported through institutional affiliations and collaborative research, particularly in integrated pest management programs in Spanish citrus orchards. She is involved in field surveys, semi-field experiments, and molecular ecological studies. Laboratories and Research Teams: Research group: 'didacies' – Research group in science education and science teacher training Research group: GEOLIT – Literary Geographies Former Post-Doc at Universitat Jaume I de Castelló Collaborative network in citrus pest management and biological control

Jonas Schluterمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbiome Medicine
• Immune System Dynamics
• Evolutionary Biology
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Jonas Schluter, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at the Institute for Systems Genetics and Department of Microbiology within the NYU Grossman School of Medicine. He holds a PhD from Oxford University and completed postdoctoral training at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. His research focuses on leveraging the microbiota as a therapeutic target, integrating ecological and evolutionary models with clinical data to develop microbiome-based interventions. Schluter's work spans causal microbiome- immune system relationships, microbial warfare dynamics, and evolutionary game theory applied to host-microbiota interactions. His lab investigates clinical trials for microbiota-targeted therapies and has contributed to high-impact studies in Science , Nature , and Cell Host & Microbe . Research interests include: Microbiome Medicine, Immune System Dynamics, and Ecological Therapeutics. Schluter has been awarded the NIH New Innovator Award and ASCO Young Investigator Award. His lab actively collaborates on grants and trials, including studies on CAR T-cell therapy outcomes and bacteremia prevention. The Schluter Lab is located at NYU Langone's Science Building, recruiting enthusiastic researchers for interdisciplinary projects.

• Biofilms
• Environmental microbiology
• One water system analysis
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Nicholas Ashbolt is an Adjunct Professor at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Southern Cross University. He previously served as Executive Dean of the same faculty until September 2023. His expertise lies in environmental microbiology, focusing on biofilms, waterborne pathogens, and quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA). Education: Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Honors) PhD Research Interests: Role of free-living amoebae in pathogen persistence Respiratory virus transmission mechanisms Waterborne disease dynamics Quantitative microbial risk assessment models Environmental pathogen reservoirs Disinfection process efficacy Scientific Trends: His recent publications emphasize amoebae as environmental hosts for respiratory viruses like SARS-CoV-2 and reoviruses, demonstrating how these protozoa enhance viral persistence and resist disinfection. His work also explores Legionella proliferation in water systems through amoebal predation dynamics. Scientific Awards: Alberta Innovates Translational Health Chair in Waterborne Disease Academic Affiliations: Current: Southern Cross University (Adjunct Professor) Former: University of Alberta (Professor, School of Public Health) Former: University of New South Wales (Head of School, Civil and Environmental Engineering) Former: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

• Plant Physiology
• Climate Change Ecology
• Abiotic Stress Responses in Plants
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Laura Llorens Guasch is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Girona, where she has been a faculty member since 2010, previously serving as a Lecturer from 2005 to 2010. Her academic background includes a PhD in Biology from the Autonomous University of Barcelona and a Marie Curie postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Sheffield. She teaches in the Biology, Environmental Sciences, and Master’s in Environmental Change programs. Bachelor of Biology – University of Barcelona (1999) PhD in Biology – Autonomous University of Barcelona (2003) Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellow – University of Sheffield (2003–2005) Her research centers on plant physiological responses to climate change stressors such as elevated CO 2 , drought, temperature rise, and UV radiation, with a focus on Mediterranean ecosystems. She leads research within the Research Group on Soils and Vegetation in the Mediterranean , exploring plant community dynamics and ecosystem resilience. A recent initiative investigates the potential benefits of ruderal species in organic horticulture, particularly for tomato cultivation. Her 15 most recent publications reveal a consistent focus on plant ecophysiology under global change, combining field experiments with physiological measurements. Key themes include photoprotection, water use efficiency, carbon assimilation, and plant-plant interactions. The work spans functional ecology, climate change biology, and sustainable agriculture, often integrating multi-stressor experimental designs. She has served as an associate editor for Functional Ecology and has contributed to 5 book chapters and over 50 conference presentations. Her research has been supported by 14 competitive grants, 4 of which she led as principal investigator. Associate Editor – Functional Ecology (IF=4.83) Principal Investigator in 4 competitive research projects Participant in 14 research projects total Laura Llorens Guasch actively supervises students and contributes to academic mentoring, though specific student names are not listed. Her work continues to advance understanding of how Mediterranean vegetation adapts to environmental change, with implications for conservation and sustainable land use.

Patrick Munkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Genomic Epidemiology
• Metagenomics
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Patrick Munk is an Associate Professor at the National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he leads research in the Research Group for Genomic Epidemiology and contributes to the DTU Microbes Initiative. His work integrates genomics, metagenomics, and bioinformatics to study antimicrobial resistance (AMR) across human, animal, and environmental systems. He is actively involved in global surveillance efforts and is currently accepting PhD students. PhD, MSc Member, The Danish Young Academy (2024–2029) Patrick Munk’s research focuses on antimicrobial resistance, genomic epidemiology, metagenomics, and bioinformatics . His work leverages large-scale sequencing of sewage, livestock, and environmental samples to understand the global spread of resistance genes. He has led and contributed to major international studies, including the global sewage surveillance project across 101 countries, and has developed key genomic resources such as the PanRes and MetalResistance databases. His recent publications span high-impact journals like Nature Communications and Nature Microbiology , with themes centered on sewage-based surveillance, fecal resistomes in livestock, source attribution of microbial communities, and novel sequencing methodologies . His research has been widely covered in media and policy documents, reflecting its societal impact. Genomic analysis of sewage from 101 countries (Nature Communications, 2022) Time-series metagenomics for source-attributed surveillance (Nature Communications, 2024) High-throughput single-cell metagenomic sequencing (Frontiers in Microbiology, 2025) Patrick Munk has received recognition through significant media coverage, policy citations, and widespread academic engagement. His work has been highlighted in over 40 news outlets, referenced in policy sources and patents, and discussed across social media and academic platforms like Mendeley and Wikipedia. He supervises multiple PhD students and is a Principal Investigator or Supervisor on several active and completed projects, including Bioinformatic methods for multi-metagenome integration and Host range and epidemiology of antibiotic resistance . He is also a co-creator of key datasets that support open science in AMR research. His lab is part of a broad collaborative network involving DTU, international consortia, and public health agencies.

Alberto Santos Delgadoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Data Engineering
• Data Science
• Multi-omics Network Analytics
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Alberto Santos Delgado is the Director of the Informatics Platform at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability, Technical University of Denmark. His work focuses on data engineering, multi-omics analytics, and microbial biotechnology, with applications to sustainable development goals. Projects: Supervising PhD research on protein sequencing with deep learning, microbial community analysis via single-cell sequencing, graph-based precision fermentation optimization, and knowledge graph applications for microbiome identification. Research Themes: Biotransformation of pollutants, metabolic modeling, microbial genomics, and computational systems biology. Collaborations: Engaged in interdisciplinary projects under DTU Microbes Initiative and with supervisors like Bernhard Palsson. Recent publications highlight his contributions to microbial pangenome knowledgebases and metabolic engineering for environmental remediation. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the available data.

Kelly Sutherlandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Evolution
• Marine Biology
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Kelly Sutherland is a Professor of Biology at the University of Oregon , affiliated with both the College of Arts and Sciences and the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (OIMB) in Charleston. She holds a Ph.D. from MIT/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (2009), an M.S. from the University of South Alabama (2004), and a B.S. from Tufts University (1999). Her research bridges biology and physics, focusing on biomechanics and fluid-environment interactions in marine organisms, particularly gelatinous zooplankton. Education: B.S., Tufts University (1999) M.S., University of South Alabama (2004) Ph.D., MIT/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (2009) Sutherland’s lab investigates ecological and evolutionary roles of gelatinous plankton, which are understudied yet critical to marine food webs. Her work emphasizes predator-prey dynamics , multi-jet propulsion , and microbial-grazing interactions , employing in situ video, kinematic analysis, and flow visualization. Recent studies explore colonial salp swimming efficiency, appendicularian particle selection, and ctenophore ecological impacts in open oceanic ecosystems. Research Trends: Recent publications highlight Salp colonial architecture , multi-jet propulsion , microbial prey dynamics , particle surface properties , and hydrodynamic advantages in pelagic organisms . Collaborative themes span biomechanics , ecosystem impacts , and evolutionary adaptations . Advising & Outreach: Dr. Sutherland mentors undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students at both the Eugene campus and OIMB, with lab opportunities in lab/field studies and summer research. She encourages external funding applications and collaborates with environmental studies programs. Outreach includes partnerships with journalists, filmmakers, and artists to communicate science to broader audiences.

Ines Krohnمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbiology
• Biotechnology
• Marine Biotechnology
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Dr. Ines Krohn is a Research Group Leader at the University of Hamburg's Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, specifically within the Department of Microbiology & Biotechnology. She leads the "Algae-Bacteria Interactions" research group, focusing on marine and environmental microbiology with biotechnological applications. University of Hamburg (2010-2013): Diploma in Biology University of Hamburg (2013): Dr. rer. nat. in Biology Her research spans two primary areas: 1) Utilizing aquatic and marine resources for biotechnology, particularly through metagenomic analysis of microalgal-bacterial communities to discover novel biomolecules and 2) investigating molecular mechanisms in microalgae-bacteria interactions, including biofilm formation and cell-cell communication. Current projects include MarBioTech (marine biodiversity exploration), AimM (biofilm monitoring), AquaHealth (aquaculture disease prevention), and SuReMetS (marine nutraceuticals for metabolic syndrome). Her publication record demonstrates expertise in metagenomics , biofilm inhibition , microalgal biotechnology , marine enzyme discovery , and antimicrobial applications . Notable collaborations include work with Prof. Wolfgang R. Streit and teams at Hagenbeck Zoo. She actively supervises bachelor's and master's candidates and offers thesis opportunities in metagenomics and biofilm research. Her laboratory explores both fundamental microbial interactions and applied biotechnologies , including biofilm disruption strategies for medical and industrial applications. Specific techniques include RNAseq, functional screening, and enzyme characterization from marine sources.

Elizabeth Borerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community Ecology
• Global Change Biology
• Ecosystem Functioning
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Elizabeth Borer is a Regents Professor and Distinguished McKnight University Professor at the University of Minnesota , affiliated with the College of Biological Sciences and the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior . She co-leads the Borer-Seabloom Lab , focusing on global change impacts on ecological communities through networks like NutNet and DRAGNet . Research Interests : Community ecology and trophic interactions Disease ecology in plant communities Nutrient cycling and eutrophication effects Stoichiometry across ecosystems Global-scale biodiversity and ecosystem functioning Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Ecological Society of America Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Regents Professor Distinguished McKnight University Professor John & Abigail Wardle Chair in Microbial Ecology Article Trends : Her recent work emphasizes nutrient enrichment , disease transmission , grassland stability , microbial community dynamics , climate change impacts , and cross-scale ecological interactions . Collaborative networks and global-scale experiments underpin her research. Advising & Grants : Dr. Borer mentors lab members and co-leads large collaborative projects. She has secured grants through networks like NutNet and DRAGNet , focusing on ecosystem responses to global change . Labs & Teams : She is a core member of the Borer-Seabloom Lab , which investigates community ecology and disease dynamics in grasslands. The lab collaborates globally and emphasizes inclusive research practices and diverse scientific environments .

Bjarte Hannisdalمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Quantitative Paleobiology
• Geobiology
• Earth System Evolution
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Bjarte Hannisdal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Bergen, Norway, and affiliated with the Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research. He plays a key leadership role in iEarth, a national Centre of Excellence in geoscience education, serving as the iEarth Education Chair and Head of Focus Area 1, which aims to develop innovative frameworks for higher education in geosciences. Department of Geosciences, University of Bergen Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research iEarth – Centre of Excellence in Geoscience Education His research lies at the intersection of geobiology, paleontology, and Earth system science, with a strong focus on quantitative methods. He investigates Earth system evolution, causality in dynamical systems, and the co-evolution of life and the planet using advanced statistical and information-theoretic approaches applied to geological and fossil records. His work spans microbial ecology in deep-sea sediments, paleoclimatology through isotope analysis, and the detection of causal interactions in deep time. Hannisdal has made significant contributions through a high-impact publication record, with articles in top journals such as Science , Nature Geoscience , PNAS , and Physical Review E . His recent publications highlight trends in applying machine learning and information theory to geoscience problems, including microbial responses to oxygen, causality detection in incomplete records, and the calibration of geochemical proxies. These works reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, integrating biology, physics, and computational methods into Earth sciences. He is actively involved in higher education, having developed and taught courses such as GEOV114 (Introduction to Geobiology) and GEOV302 (Data Analysis in Geosciences), and contributes to others like GEOV344 and BIO318. His educational research explores student-centered learning and computational skill development. He has supervised doctoral research, including Dario Blumenschein’s project on educational change. His work is supported by funding from the Research Council of Norway, Trond Mohn Foundation, and EU Horizon 2020. Hannisdal collaborates widely across institutions and disciplines, as evidenced by his co-authorship with researchers from Norway, the US, Germany, and others.