جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Bacteriology
• Applied Microbiology
• Environmental Biotechnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Satoshi Tsuneda is a Professor at Waseda University’s School of Advanced Science and Engineering, attached to the Department of Life and Medical Sciences and jointly stationed at the Center for Advanced Biomedical Sciences (TWIns). Since earning his Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Tokyo (1994) he has built a highly cited research program (> 15 800 citations, h-index 70) spanning environmental biotechnology and medical microbiology. Education: Doctor of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 1994 Master of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 1991 Bachelor of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 1989 Research Interests: Tsuneda’s group integrates molecular microbiology with engineering to address global health and environmental challenges. They elucidate nitrification and anammox processes, design phage-based antimicrobials, decode bacterial persistence mechanisms, and develop microfluidic cultivation platforms. Their work links fundamental insights in bacteriophage biology, toxin-antitoxin systems, and nitrifying bacteria to practical applications in wastewater treatment, aquaculture, and alternative antimicrobials. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2022-2025) reveal two dominant directions: (i) phage engineering and phage cocktail design to combat multidrug-resistant E. coli and other pathogens, and (ii) ecophysiology of nitrifying bacteria (Nitrosomonas, Nitrotoga, anammox) aimed at optimizing nitrogen removal in engineered and natural systems. Additional themes include bacterial persistence, RNA toxin specificity, and micro-droplet technologies for high-throughput microbe isolation. Scientific Awards: Ministry of the Environment Director-General's Award for Environmental Regeneration and Resource Recycling (2022) Japan Society on Water Environment Distinguished Service Award (2022) Society for Biotechnology, Japan, Paper Award (2018) Nagase Science and Technology Foundation Research Promotion Award (2017) Multiple best-paper awards from JSWE, SCEJ, and SBTJ (2001-2014) Advising & Grants: Tsuneda currently advises a large cohort of graduate researchers; names of individual students are not listed in the supplied text. His laboratory has been continuously funded for interdisciplinary projects coupling microbiology with environmental engineering, although explicit grant numbers or titles are not provided. Laboratory & Teams: The Tsuneda Laboratory (est. 1996) operates within Waseda University and the TWIns joint research center, maintaining collaborations with Tokyo Women’s Medical University, Juntendo University, and AIST. The team specializes in molecular microbial ecology, phage isolation/engineering, and advanced bioreactor technologies.

Alex Enrich Prastمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biogeochemistry
• Amazon Forest Ecology
• Methane Emissions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alex Enrich Prast is a Professor in Theme Environmental Change at Linköping University (LiU), Sweden, with a research focus on biogeochemistry, particularly in Amazon forest ecosystems and biogas production. His work bridges environmental science with practical applications for climate change mitigation and sustainable resource management. Dr. Prast's research interests center on biogeochemical cycles in tropical ecosystems, with special emphasis on methane emissions from Amazonian forests, nitrogen transformations in soil, and biogas production technologies. His work has revealed significant insights into how trees in the Amazon contribute to methane emissions and carbon cycling, challenging previous assumptions about forest-atmosphere interactions. He investigates the role of different management strategies on gas emissions and ecosystem services in the Amazon region, working in collaboration with communities in the Mamirauá reserve in Brazil. His recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on Amazon forest ecology, methane dynamics, and biogas technologies. These works reveal patterns in nitrogen transformations across Amazon forests, identify significant methane emissions from Amazonian trees that rival global oceanic emissions, and explore innovative approaches to enhance biogas production from various feedstocks. His research shows an interdisciplinary approach combining field measurements, laboratory analyses, and modeling to address complex environmental challenges. Dr. Prast is actively involved in two major research initiatives: the Sustainable Management of Amazon Forests project, which examines how different management strategies affect gas emissions and ecosystem assimilation in the Amazon region, and the Biogas Solutions Research Center (BSRC), a national competence center administered by Linköping University that develops innovative and resource-efficient biogas solutions with positive environmental and economic impacts.

Sunny Jiangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental microbiology
• Water treatment
• Antibiotic resistance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sunny Jiang is a Professor in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at the University of California, Irvine, with a joint appointment in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department . Her research integrates environmental microbiological and engineering principles to address critical challenges in water treatment, microbial ecology, and public health. Research projects in her Applied Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (AEML) focus on: Wastewater-based surveillance for pathogens like SARS-CoV-2 Antibiotic resistance dynamics in water systems Advanced biodegradation techniques for toxins Biofouling mitigation in desalination systems Microbial risk assessment under climate change Key scientific contributions include: NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (awarded to Katherine Brenner) Development of microfluidic portable pathogen analysis systems Leadership in climate change-microbial risk modeling Innovations in nanobubble technology for wastewater systems Notable students include Dr. Hunter Quon (PhD Environmental Engineering) and Katherine Brenner (NSF Fellow). Her lab actively engages in interdisciplinary work spanning water quality, biotechnology, and health risk assessment.

Jochen A. Müllerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbial Transformations
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Molecular Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jochen A. Müller is a Senior Scientist at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ in Leipzig, Germany, within the Department of Molecular Environmental Biotechnology . His research focuses on microbial transformations of organic pollutants, particularly using molecular tools to quantify biocatalysts and analyze microbial roles in contaminated systems. He previously held academic positions at Morgan State University and conducted postdoctoral research at Stanford University and the University of Maryland. Education: Diploma in Microbiology (1996), University of Konstanz Ph.D. in Microbiology (2000), University of Konstanz His research interests span environmental biotechnology, microbial ecology, and genomics, with emphasis on anaerobic degradation of chlorinated ethenes, aromatic compounds, and sulfur-metabolizing microbes. His publications (2012–2023) explore antibiotic resistance gene dynamics, toluene degradation pathways, constructed wetland systems, and innovative single-cell genomics techniques like scMAR-Seq. Professional service includes editorial board membership for Applied and Environmental Microbiology and Saline Systems since 2009. He has contributed to funded projects such as Genomics of Beggiatoa alba (NSF, JGI/DOE) and participated in interdisciplinary collaborations across environmental engineering, biotechnology, and bioeconomy. For contact , he is affiliated with the UFZ in Leipzig. Detailed institutional affiliations and further information can be found in the full description below.

• Molecular Virology
• RNA Biology
• Plant Biotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sven-Erik Behrens serves as a Professor in the Department of Microbial Biotechnology at the Faculty of Natural Sciences I of Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. He is affiliated with the Protein Research Center 'Charles Tanford' and maintains an active research program focused on RNA biology, molecular virology, and biotechnological applications. His primary research interests encompass RNA-based plant protection strategies, viral replication mechanisms (particularly for flaviviruses and plant viruses), and innovative vaccine development using Kluyveromyces lactis yeast expression systems. Behrens' work investigates fundamental RNA-protein interactions, RNA chaperone activities, and the molecular basis of antiviral defense mechanisms in plants. His laboratory explores how RNA accessibility influences viral replication and how this knowledge can be harnessed for developing novel RNA-based antiviral strategies. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a clear research trajectory focused on identifying accessible RNA sites for targeted antiviral applications, optimizing yeast-based vaccine platforms for both plant and animal pathogens, and investigating the role of non-coding RNAs in plant development and stress responses. His work spans multiple disciplines including plant virology, medical virology, and microbial biotechnology, demonstrating translational research from basic molecular mechanisms to practical applications. Prof. Behrens leads research in the Department of Microbial Biotechnology, collaborating with various groups working on plant-pathogen interactions and vaccine development. His laboratory employs advanced techniques including RNA structure probing, fluorescence-based assays for RNA chaperone activity, and plant in vitro systems for studying viral replication. The research demonstrates significant potential for developing novel approaches to combat viral diseases in both agricultural and medical contexts.

Stephanie Lansingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renewable Energy
• Anaerobic Digestion
• Bioplastic Formation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stephanie Lansing is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Science & Technology at the University of Maryland's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. She directs the Bioenergy and Biotechnology Lab, focusing on renewable energy systems, waste treatment, and the Food-Energy-Water Nexus. Her work spans ecological engineering, antimicrobial resistance mitigation, and sustainable bioplastic production from organic waste. College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Environmental Science & Technology Bioenergy and Biotechnology Lab Her research integrates anaerobic digestion , microbial fuel cells , and nutrient recovery to address global sustainability challenges. Recent projects examine bioplastic formation from food waste and AMR dynamics in manure systems , with fieldwork in the US, Africa, and Latin America. She co-developed the NourishNet platform combining real-time surplus food distribution ( FoodLoops ) with spoilage detection ( Quantum Nose ). Active grants exceed $6 million, including two major DOE awards for biofuel and bioplastic production from food waste. Her lab collaborates with institutions like Virginia Tech, Idaho National Laboratory, and international partners. Current team members include PhD candidates Maureen Nabulime and Adanyro Atilago, MS student Rafian Aziz, and undergrad researchers exploring waste-to-energy systems.

• Synthetic Biology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Biological Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Joana Rodrigues is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biological Engineering (DEB) at University of Minho (UM), Portugal. She has been actively involved in academia since 2014, progressing from Teaching Assistant and Invited Assistant Professor positions to her current faculty role since January 2024. She is also the Executive Director of the Molecular and Synthetic Biology Platform Laboratory (PBMS) from 2017-2025 and the Sustainable Bioprocesses and Bioproducts Laboratory (LBBS) since 2025. Dr. Rodrigues completed her Integrated Master in Biological Engineering in 2010 and her PhD in Bioengineering Systems in 2014 at University of Minho in collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (USA). Her postdoctoral work was conducted at the Centre of Biological Engineering (CEB) at UM from 2015-2018, followed by a Junior Researcher position from 2019-2023. Her research focuses on synthetic biology approaches for the production of valuable compounds, particularly in microbial cell factory development for natural products biosynthesis. Her work spans Metabolic engineering of Escherichia coli and Saccharomyces cerevisiae Production of polyphenols, flavonoids, and prebiotics Development of microbial cell factories for chondroitin and curcumin production Synthetic biology applications in bioprocess engineering Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on combinatorial biosynthesis approaches for producing high-value compounds like prenylated flavonoids, curcumin, and chondroitin. Her work demonstrates expertise in both bacterial (E. coli, Zymomonas mobilis) and yeast (S. cerevisiae) platforms, with applications ranging from food ingredients to biopharmaceuticals. Her scientific recognition includes: 4 travel grants to prestigious synthetic biology conferences Diplomas of recognition for scientific publications (2021, 2022) Selection for IMFAHE's Platform of Talent 2023-2024 BBF Scholar Travel Award and AOARD Travel Grant for SB7.0 conference Dr. Rodrigues has supervised or co-supervised 1 post-doc, 3 PhD students, 11 master students, and numerous bachelor students and research grantees. She has been involved in 10 projects funded by FCT and European Commission, including FoSynBio, LIGNOZYMES, and VIBRANT. She serves on the Steering Committee of EUSynBioS (European Synthetic Biology Society) and is a co-founder of SynBioLinkPT, the Portuguese Synthetic Biology Association. She leads the Molecular and Synthetic Biology Platform Laboratory and Sustainable Bioprocesses and Bioproducts Laboratory at CEB, where her team focuses on developing microbial cell factories for producing valuable compounds through synthetic biology approaches.

• Stormwater Management
• Hydrology
• Environmental Monitoring
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Walter McDonald is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at Marquette University . He specializes in water resources engineering, with a strong focus on stormwater management, hydrology, and environmental monitoring. His work integrates remote sensing, machine learning, and green infrastructure to address urban water challenges. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech (2016) M.S. in Civil Engineering, Texas A&M University (2012) B.S. in Civil Engineering, Texas Tech University (2010) Research Interests: Dr. McDonald’s research is centered on urban water systems , particularly the impact of stormwater on environmental and public health. His work spans the use of green infrastructure to mitigate pollution, the detection and modeling of emerging contaminants such as antibiotic resistance genes, microplastics, and PFAS, and the application of drone-based remote sensing and machine learning for real-time monitoring of water systems. Scientific Awards: Way Klingler Early Career Award from Marquette University (April 2022) Grants and Funding: NSF Water Equipment & Policy I/UCRC – Principal Investigator on "Remote sensing and machine learning to assess urban watershed best management practices (Phase II)" ($89,962, 2024) U.S. Department of Defense Engineering Research and Development Center – Co-PI on "Novel Technologies to Mitigate Water Contamination for Resilient Infrastructure – Phase II" ($3.8M, 2022–2024) NSF STTR – PI on "Machine learning and video-based sensor for measuring sewer flows" ($256,000 total; $138,926 to MU, 2022–2024) NSF Water Equipment & Policy I/UCRC – PI on "Determining flow rates and flow sources in pipes using temperature data" ($50,000, 2023) Research Labs and Facilities: Dr. McDonald works closely with the Transportation Research Center (MUTRC) and utilizes departmental labs such as the Engineering Materials & Structural Testing Lab (EMSTL) , Hydraulics Lab , and the Water Quality Center to support his research activities.

Kaitlyn Hanleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Microbiology
• Waterborne Pathogens
• Microbial Source Tracking (MST)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kaitlyn Hanley is an Industry Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Urban Engineering at the Tandon School of Engineering, New York University. Her research focuses on microbial water quality, specializing in microbial source tracking (MST) , waterborne pathogens , and shellfish safety . She has extensive industrial experience as a Senior Engineer and Laboratory Project Manager at Wood PLC, and prior academic roles include Adjunct Professor at NYU Tandon and Visiting Scholar at Unweltbundesamt (2014). PhD, Civil & Environmental Engineering (2015) MS, Civil & Environmental Engineering (2011) BS, Environmental Engineering & Science of Earth Systems (2008) Her work applies molecular technologies to identify and mitigate fecal pollution sources in water systems. Recent publications investigate norovirus aggregation dynamics, PCR assay validation, and seasonal patterns of fecal contamination. She has presented at international conferences including the International Water Association Symposium (2013) and American Society for Microbiology General Meeting (2012). Scientific Awards & Grants : No specific awards or grants are mentioned in the provided text.

Philip Hulmeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biosecurity science
• Invasive species ecology
• Ecological impacts of climate change
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Distinguished Professor Philip Hulme is a leading biosecurity scientist at Lincoln University's Department of Pest-Management and Conservation. With over 33,000 Web of Science citations and an H-index of 87, he ranks among Clarivate's Highly Cited Researchers for eleven consecutive years. His work spans international biosecurity policy, including coordination of the UN Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services' Invasive Alien Species Assessment. His research focuses on developing solutions for biosecurity threats through fundamental ecological understanding of invasive species, human dimensions of invasions, and socio-ecological drivers of antimicrobial resistance. Key interests include: Trade and transport networks in biosecurity threats Population dynamics of invasive species Evolution of herbicide resistance Economic/social drivers of ornamental plant invasions His publication analysis reveals strong emphasis on One Biosecurity frameworks, invasion prediction modeling, and integrated human-environment systems. Recent work increasingly connects biosecurity with One Health principles and sustainable development goals. Major scientific recognition includes: Hutton Medal (2019) Leonard Cockayne Lecture Award (2018) Te Tohu Taiao Ecological Excellence Award (2022) Miegunyah Distinguished Visiting Fellowship (2022) Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (11 years) Professor Hulme actively supervises six PhD students while advising national and regional bodies including the NZ Biosecurity Ministerial Advisory Committee, Environment Canterbury Biosecurity Advisory Group, Canterbury-Aoraki Conservation Board, and Zespri Biosecurity Advisory Group. His leadership extends to the Royal Society New Zealand Biological Panel and IUCN Invasive Species Specialist Group.

• Water Security
• Climate Change
• Public Health
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Corinne Wallace is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University , with research expertise at the intersection of water security, climate change, public health, and gender equity. Her work spans both technical engineering analysis and community-engaged studies, particularly focusing on marginalized populations in Canada, East Africa, and South America. Dr. Wallace's research interests include: Water-Health Nexus Climate Change Impacts on Disease Gender Equity in Water Access Indigenous Water Governance Mosquito-Borne Disease Modeling Rainwater Harvesting Systems Her publication trends show increasing focus on climate-health interactions (2025), gender-water linkages (2024), and machine learning applications for water quality analysis (2025). She employs mixed-methods approaches and works closely with First Nations communities and international development organizations. Dr. Wallace utilizes art-science communication strategies like the Virtual Water Gallery to transform water and climate knowledge dissemination. Her recent work explores EDI (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) implementation in large research networks and conceptual frameworks for climate-water equity.

Pascal Gagneuxمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Evolutionary Biology
• Molecular Primatology
• Glycobiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pascal Gagneux is an Associate Director at the Center of Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny (CARTA) and a joint faculty member in the Anthropology and Pathology Departments at the University of California San Diego. His research bridges evolutionary biology, glycobiology, and reproductive medicine, focusing on glycan roles in human-chimpanzee divergence and disease susceptibility. Education: PhD in Zoology (1998), MS in Population Biology (Basel University, Switzerland) Faculty: Cellular and Molecular Medicine (2007-present), CARTA (2008-present) As a molecular primatologist, he investigates glycan-mediated cellular recognition in reproduction and infection. His lab discovered sperm-associated neuraminidases critical for fertilization and demonstrated how influenza A viruses exploit sialic acid pathways. Current work explores human-specific glycan evolution through comparative anthropogeny frameworks. His publications span 2025-2020 , emphasizing: Glycan dynamics in age-related macular degeneration Human susceptibility to Alzheimer’s disease Microbial-glycan interactions in infectious disease Evolution of postreproductive cognitive protection Sialome evolution in host-pathogen systems Transdisciplinary anthropogeny research While no specific awards are mentioned, his work integrates UCSD’s biological anthropology labs with sociocultural implications of glycan biology. He also directs a graduate specialization in anthropogeny across eight PhD programs. The Gagneux Lab operates at the intersection of glycobiology, reproduction, and evolutionary medicine, using primate models to decode molecular mechanisms distinguishing humans from other apes.

Friedrich Simmelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• DNA Nanotechnology
• Synthetic Biology
• Bionanotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Friedrich Simmel (*1970) holds the Chair of Physics of Synthetic Biosystems at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) within the TUM School of Natural Sciences, Department of Bioscience. His research laboratory is located at Am Coulombwall 4a in Garching near Munich, where he leads a vibrant research group focused on the physics of synthetic biological systems. Professor Simmel's research interests center on bionanotechnology, particularly artificial molecular machines and nanostructures made from DNA molecules, as well as the design of artificial biochemical control circuits. His work bridges physics, chemistry, and biology to create novel synthetic biosystems with programmable functions. Key research areas include DNA origami, DNA nanotechnology, synthetic gene circuits, and biomimetic systems. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward increasingly complex DNA-based nanodevices with applications in biosensing, nanomedicine, and synthetic biology. The research shows progression from fundamental DNA nanostructure design to functional systems with practical applications in diagnostics and biocomputation. His group has pioneered approaches for creating DNA-based nanorobots, synthetic membrane channels, and programmable biochemical oscillators. ERC Advanced Grant (2015) Human frontier science program (HFSP) young investigator award (2006) Emmy Noether Young Researcher of the German Research Foundation (2002) acatech - the German Academy of Science and Engineering (2013) Professor Simmel actively mentors numerous students and junior researchers, as evidenced by the many co-instructors listed on his practical courses. His research has been supported by prestigious grants including the ERC Advanced Grant. His laboratory maintains strong collaborations across disciplines, working with researchers in microfluidics, synthetic biology, and biomedical engineering. The group operates within TUM's advanced infrastructure for biophysics and nanotechnology, including facilities for electron microscopy, NMR spectroscopy, and X-ray crystallography.

Mine Doganمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Geophysics
• Groundwater Modeling
• Stochastic Hydrology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mine Dogan serves as Assistant Professor of Environmental Geophysics in the Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Western Michigan University, with her office located in 1121 Rood Hall (Kalamazoo, MI). She holds a Ph.D. from Michigan State University (2013) and previously held research positions at Clemson University's Department of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences. Education: Ph.D., Michigan State University, 2013 Her research integrates geophysics, hydrology, and environmental engineering to investigate subsurface processes using advanced methodologies including drone-based electromagnetic surveys, time-lapse monitoring, and 4D X-ray computed tomography. Key focus areas include tree root hydrology, contaminant transport in groundwater, permafrost characterization, and macropore flow dynamics in heterogeneous soils. Analysis of her recent publications (2018-2024) reveals strong emphasis on unmanned aerial systems for geophysical data acquisition, visualization of fluid transport mechanisms in porous media, and forensic/environmental applications of electromagnetic methods. Recurring themes include the role of biological structures in hydrological processes and innovative approaches to subsurface imaging. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source material While her advising activities and grant funding remain unspecified in available information, her publication record demonstrates active collaboration across geophysics, hydrology, and environmental engineering disciplines. Laboratory facilities and research team structures are not detailed in the provided texts.

Benjamin Steinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
• Microbiology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Stein is an Assistant Professor and Co-Director of the Biochemistry Program in the Department of Biology at the College of the Holy Cross. He holds a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he studied adaptor-mediated regulation of proteolysis, followed by postdoctoral research on two-component signaling systems at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on understanding signal transduction in bacteria using Caulobacter crescentus as a model organism. Primary methodologies include biochemistry, molecular biology, and microbial genetics. Current projects investigate: FixLJ-FixT oxygen-sensing system: Examining structural elements of FixT inhibition and Fe-S cofactor stability ChvGI-NtrYXZ regulatory networks: Characterizing NtrY-NtrZ interactions and phosphorylation dynamics Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on bacterial signaling mechanisms, protein degradation pathways, and stress response systems across microbiology and biochemistry. Recent works emphasize two-component system regulation and structural analysis of protein interactions. Dr. Stein mentors undergraduate researchers including: Jael Cruz Chloe Carbonneau Jack Petrus Ronan Lanam Emma Bain Zayda Dominick Autumn Wilson Mitchell Lutey He leads the Stein Laboratory at Holy Cross, equipped for biochemical and genetic research on bacterial systems.