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Philip S. Stevensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Air Quality
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Philip S. Stevens serves as Rudy Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs at Indiana University Bloomington's Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, with adjunct status in the Department of Chemistry. His research elucidates chemical mechanisms affecting indoor air quality, regional pollution, and climate change through laboratory, field, and modeling approaches. Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Harvard University (1990) A.M. in Chemistry, Harvard University (1986) B.A. in Chemistry, Oberlin College (1984) Stevens' work spans atmospheric radical chemistry , indoor pollutant dynamics , and biogenic emission impacts . His group investigates hydroxyl radical sources during cooking, siloxane emissions from personal care products, and radical sinks in forested environments using advanced instrumentation like laser photofragmentation-LIF systems. This research directly informs air quality regulations and climate policy through collaborations with NASA and NSF. Recent publications reveal intensifying focus on indoor chemical processes, with 8 of 12 papers (2019-2023) examining household activities' air quality impacts. Key themes include nitrous acid (HONO) formation from cleaning products, secondary organic aerosol production from terpenes, and spatial variability of indoor constituents. Scientific recognition includes: Sloan Foundation Grant (2018) Indiana University Trustees Teaching Award (2006) NSF CAREER Award Stevens secures major funding from NASA, NSF, Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation, and Sloan Foundation. He chairs the Stevens Atmospheric Chemistry Lab, mentoring graduate students in Environmental Science and Chemistry with recent accolades including AGU 2022 best student presentation and AAAR 2020 best student paper awards. His lab coordinates multi-institutional projects like HOMEChem investigating microbial-chemical interactions in built environments. The Stevens Lab drives innovation through integrated approaches: field campaigns in urban/forested sites, laboratory kinetics studies of oxidation mechanisms, and computational modeling. Current priorities include quantifying radical budgets in complex environments and assessing health implications of indoor secondary pollutants.

Matthew P. Hochمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Aquatic Microbial Ecology
• Marine Biology
• Watershed Ecology
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Matthew P. Hoch is an Associate Professor of Biology at Lamar University, Department of Biology. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Marine Biology and Biochemistry from the University of Delaware (1991), a B.A. in Environmental Population and Organismal Biology from the University of Colorado (1985), and postdoctoral research in Oceanography at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on aquatic microbial communities, watershed ecology, nitrogen cycling, and coral reef microbiology. He leads the Tropical Biology Program in Belize, combining teaching and research in tropical ecosystems. His work involves 51 student researchers and has been funded by NSF and Lamar University grants. Current projects include studying microbial responses to sea level rise, fish microbiomes, and coral reef health impacts from plastic pollution and climate change. Education Ph.D., Marine Biology and Biochemistry, University of Delaware, 1991 B.A., Environmental Population and Organismal Biology, University of Colorado, 1985 Postdoctoral Research, Texas A&M University Oceanography, 1992-1996 Research Interests Aquatic microbial ecology: sulfate-reducing prokaryotes, bacterioplankton, finfish microbiomes Watershed studies: nitrogen cycling, stream continuum concepts in Belizean ecosystems Coral reef microbiology: effects of temperature rise, macroalgal interactions, plastic pollution Estuary biogeochemistry: Sabine Lake, Salt Bayou Estuary Grants and Advising Funded by NSF and Lamar University Advised 51 students in field and lab research Labs/Teams Collaborates with Dr. Ana Christensen on Tropical Biology Programs in Belize, focusing on marine and watershed ecology education and research.

• Cyanobacteria Metabolism
• Microbial Biotechnology
• Environmental Biotechnology
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María José Huertas Romera is a Full Professor at the University of Seville, affiliated with the Department of Plant Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Her research focuses on microbial metabolism, particularly in cyanobacteria and Pseudomonas species, emphasizing nitrogen metabolism, cyanide biodegradation, and environmental biotechnology. She leads the 'Gene Expression and Metabolic Regulation in Cyanobacteria' research group. Her work includes projects on photosynthetic nitrogen fixation, carbon flux control, and biofuel production optimization. She has participated in numerous grants, including studies on cyanobacterial metabolic pathways and bacterial adaptation to environmental stressors. Publications span journals like Plant Physiology , Environmental Microbiology , and Applied and Environmental Microbiology . Key contributions include genome sequencing of Pseudomonas pseudoalcaligenes CECT5344 and proteomic analyses of cyanide metabolism. She has directed PhD theses on thioredoxin function in cyanobacteria and holds a patent for cyanide degradation processes. Her research bridges fundamental biology with biotechnological applications in sustainability and environmental remediation.

• Thermal Spray Coatings
• Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Engineering
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Dr. Andrew Ang is an Associate Professor at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Engineering, specializing in thermal spray coatings, additive manufacturing, and materials engineering. He leads the Swinburne’s Space Technology and Industry Institute (STII) and directs the Microscopy & Advanced Analytical Facility (MAAF). His research focuses on material characterization, fatigue analysis, and industry collaborations with companies like Boeing and GE Oil & Gas. Dr. Ang holds a PhD from Swinburne and a Bachelor's from National University of Singapore. He has supervised over 12 PhD/Masters students and secured over $9.5M in ARC grants. Research Interests: Thermal spray technologies (plasma, HVOF, cold spray), high-entropy alloys, corrosion-resistant coatings, additive manufacturing, and aerospace materials. His work bridges academic and industrial applications, addressing challenges in defense, energy, and aerospace sectors. Awards: Includes International Thermal Spray Association Scholarship, Fresh Science Victoria, and DMTC Industry Partnership Award. He edits the Journal of Thermal Spray Technology and chairs committees like ASM-TSS. Grants & Collaborations: Key projects include ARC Training Centres for Surface Engineering and Biofilm Research. Partnerships with 15+ industry leaders focus on material durability, coatings for extreme environments, and additive manufacturing innovations. Labs & Teams: Leads STII and MAAF labs, advancing space technology and materials analysis capabilities. His work supports sustainable manufacturing and clean energy initiatives aligned with UN SDGs for innovation, infrastructure, and climate action.

• Chemical Engineering
• Biochemical Engineering
• Mathematical Modeling
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Miguel Mauricio is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the School of Engineering. He holds a PhD in Food Technology (Université de Montpellier, 2009) and a Chemical Engineering degree (USC, 2006). His research focuses on mathematical modeling for solving real-world challenges in chemical and biochemical engineering, particularly in anaerobic fermentation, wastewater treatment optimization, and biorefinery design. He leads projects like WATCHER (real-time bioprocess monitoring) and AGRILOOP (circular agriculture). His work emphasizes energy efficiency in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) and sustainable valorization of organic waste. Education: PhD in Food Technology, Université de Montpellier (2009) Chemical Engineering Degree, University of Santiago de Compostela (2006) Postdoctoral Research at Technical University of Denmark (2010–2014) Marie Curie IEF Fellow at Biogroup (2014–present) Research Interests: Mathematical modeling of bioprocesses Anaerobic fermentation at metabolic level Biorefinery design for agricultural waste Energy efficiency in WWTPs VFAs production from food/industrial waste Process optimization via in-situ product removal Key Projects: WATCHER (Spanish Government-funded): Real-time monitoring for efficient carbon-to-VFAs conversion AGRILOOP (EU Horizon): Circular agriculture through waste valorization ODDITY (NextGeneration EU): Odd-chain VFAs biorefinery platform Scientific Awards: ENERWATER Project: Best Energy Efficiency Project 2018 Advising & Grants: Supervised doctoral theses: Lucas Van der Hauwaert (2025), Paola Guzman Luna (2023), Mateo Saavedra (2023) Total research funding: €652,799 (2022–present) Labs/Groups: Miguel leads the Biogroup’s efforts in bioprocess modeling and wastewater valorization, collaborating with institutions like INRAE, Wageningen University, and Southern Denmark University.

• Water Treatment
• Environmental Engineering
• Wastewater Management
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Francisco Omil is a Full Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain) since 2010, previously holding roles as Associate (1998–2010) and Assistant Professor (1996–1998). He completed his Ph.D. in Industrial Chemistry at the University of Santiago de Compostela (1993) and postdoctoral studies at Wageningen University (Netherlands, 1994–1995). His expertise spans wastewater treatment, emerging contaminant removal, and anaerobic bioprocesses. Research focuses on eliminating micropollutants (pharmaceuticals, endocrine disruptors) in urban and hospital wastewaters, developing hybrid systems like the SeMPAC process, and advancing decentralized treatment technologies. He leads projects such as ARES (assessing contaminants in segregated wastewater) and PRESAGE (decentralized treatment for antibiotic resistance control). His work integrates microbial community analysis, bioreactor optimization, and eco-toxicological assessments. He has supervised numerous doctoral and master’s students, including Silvana Quiton (antibiotic biotransformation) and Miguel Martínez (anoxic wastewater treatment). Over 40 patents and 150+ publications highlight his contributions. Collaborations with institutions like Augas de Galicia and Aqualia emphasize applied research in sustainable water management. Teaching includes BSc Chemical Engineering, MSc Environmental Engineering, and PhD programs in Chemical and Environmental Engineering. He actively participates in conferences and publishes on topics like microbial nitrogen cycling (N-damo communities) and bioassay-driven treatment efficacy.

• Environmental Engineering
• Microbial Ecology
• Water Treatment Technologies
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David Kennes is a Research Fellow at the University of Santiago de Compostela , affiliated with the Department of Chemical Engineering in the School of Engineering . His research focuses on microbial biotransformation processes in wastewater treatment systems, particularly under aerobic heterotrophic conditions. He investigates enzymatic activities, cometabolic degradation pathways, and the impact of operational parameters like organic loading rates on micropollutant removal. His work bridges metaproteomic analysis and applied environmental engineering, contributing to sustainable wastewater management strategies. He has presented at major international conferences such as the 17th International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology (Athens, 2021) and the 5th International Conference on Ecotechnologies for Wastewater Treatment (Milan, 2021). Contact: david.kennes@usc.gal

Stefano Mischlerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Tribology
• Surface Analysis
• Corrosion Science
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Stefano Mischler is a Senior Scientist at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Engineering (STI) and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. He leads the Tribology Group and focuses on tribocorrosion, surface science, and biomedical materials. His work integrates chemical and mechanical degradation mechanisms in materials under sliding contact conditions. Education: Diploma in Materials Science, ETH Zurich (1983) PhD in Surface Analysis and Corrosion, EPFL Lausanne (1988) Research: Dr. Mischler specializes in tribocorrosion of biomedical alloys, wear-corrosion interactions, and surface engineering. Key areas include biotribology, microfabrication tribology, and tribological coatings. His work bridges lab-scale experiments with in vivo applications, particularly in hip implants and space materials. Publications: Recent work emphasizes tribocorrosion modeling, implant degradation, and historical material analysis. The 2025 papers highlight advancements in understanding microbial corrosion in radioactive waste and tribocorrosion mechanisms in biomedical alloys. Awards: None explicitly listed. Advising & Grants: Current PhD students include Heidi Bénier Calixe and Ayush Khurana. Past advisees have contributed to 30+ publications. He chairs the EDMX PhD program in Materials Science and collaborates across EPFL's STI and VPA departments. Labs/Teams: Heads EPFL's Tribology Group, coordinating research in surface interactions, corrosion, and materials durability. Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving biomedical engineering, aerospace materials, and cultural heritage preservation.

Arjan de Visserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bacteriology
• Evolution
• Genetics
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Arjan de Visser is a Professor with a personal chair at the Laboratory of Genetics, Wageningen University, where he has been employed since 2015. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor (2008-2015) and Assistant Professor with an NWO Vidi grant (2001-2008) at the same institution. His educational background includes: PhD in Genetics from Wageningen University and University of Amsterdam (1996), with advisors RF Hoekstra and H van den Ende Postdoc at Wageningen University's Lab of Microbiology (1998-2001) with advisor WM de Vos, supported by an NWO Veni grant Postdoc at Michigan State University's Center of Microbial Ecology (1996-1998) with advisor RE Lenski MSc in Biology from Utrecht University (1989) BSc in Biology from Nijmegen University (1985) Professor de Visser's research focuses on experimental evolution, particularly studying bacterial and fungal evolution to understand the causes and constraints of evolution and explore its predictability. His main experimental model is beta-lactam resistance evolution in Escherichia coli . His work spans several key areas including bacteriology, evolutionary genetics, mycology, antibiotic resistance mechanisms, population dynamics, and microbial interactions. His laboratory collaborates with theoreticians, chemists, engineers, as well as medical and veterinary researchers to develop models and tools for quantifying the predictability of evolution and its determinants. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on understanding the mechanisms of antibiotic resistance evolution, particularly beta-lactam resistance in E. coli . His work combines experimental approaches with theoretical modeling to investigate how population dynamics, spatial structure, and microbial interactions affect evolutionary trajectories. A significant portion of his research examines collective resistance phenomena, where bacterial populations exhibit resistance through cooperative behaviors such as enzyme sharing. His lab has developed innovative experimental systems including droplet microreactors and gel microbeads for high-throughput bacterial competition studies. His scientific achievements have been recognized through prestigious research grants: NWO Veni grant (1998-2001) supporting his postdoctoral research NWO Vidi grant (2001-2008) supporting his early career as an Assistant Professor Professor de Visser leads the Microbial Experimental Evolution group at Wageningen University, where his team investigates fundamental questions in evolutionary biology using microbial systems. His laboratory employs a range of techniques including laboratory evolution experiments, population dynamics modeling, and molecular genetics to study how organisms adapt to changing environments, with particular emphasis on antibiotic resistance evolution. His research has important implications for understanding and potentially predicting the evolution of antibiotic resistance in clinical settings.

Joanna Jeżewska-Frąckowiakمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biotechnology
• Genetic Engineering
• Environmental Microbiology
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Dr. Joanna Jeżewska-Frąckowiak is affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry at the University of Gdańsk, where she serves in the Department of Molecular Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Team. Her research focuses on advanced biotechnology applications including the monitoring and characterization of environmental microorganisms, design of prokaryotic gene expression systems, and genetic engineering of vectors for enzymatic protein production. Current projects investigate probiotic Bacillus species for industrial applications. Research interests span: New biotechnologies with industrial and environmental applications Genetic engineering of toxic gene expression systems Probiotic development and microbial characterization Ethical and cultural dimensions of biotechnology Her publication portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on microbial biotechnology, genetic engineering tools, and educational methodologies. Recent works emphasize probiotic research (40%), molecular techniques (33%), and pandemic-era pedagogy (13%), with emerging interests in public health applications. Available for tutoring in: Trends in biotechnology and GMO applications Industrial microbiology and hygiene science Bioethics and media representation of science Academic writing and research development

• Metallurgical Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Materials Science
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Tim Eisele is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University and Co-Director of the Graduate Programs in Chemical Engineering. He is affiliated with the Great Lakes Research Center (GLRC), focusing on metallurgical and environmental engineering. Eisele earned all his academic degrees (BS, MS, PhD) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from Michigan Tech. His research emphasizes particulate processing, metals extraction chemistry, sustainable raw materials production, and bioleaching technologies. Key areas include optimizing separation processes for industrial wastes (e.g., fly ash, slags) and advancing energy-efficient comminution techniques. He also investigates anaerobic bioleaching for manganese and iron recovery, with applications in lunar and Martian resource utilization. Eisele’s recent work includes thermal prospecting for lunar water, manganese bioleaching optimization, and carbon nanotube-enhanced 3D printing inks. His research often bridges environmental sustainability and industrial applications, such as reducing waste through material valorization and improving metallurgical processes. He has co-authored over 70 publications since 1993, covering topics from coal desulfurization to planetary resource extraction. His contributions span academic journals, patents (e.g., U.S. Patent 7,632,330), and technical reports for organizations like the U.S. DOE.

Jose Munozمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biocatalysis
• Industrial Enzymology
• Metagenomics
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Jose Munoz is a researcher at Northumbria University, focusing on the structural biology of carbohydrate-active enzymes, biocatalysis, and industrial enzyme discovery. His work integrates microbiology, enzymology, and biotechnology to develop applications in laundry, food, and bioenergy sectors. He supervises multiple PhD students exploring enzyme optimization, microbial metabolism, and sustainable bioprocessing. Research Themes: Glycobiology, Metagenomics, Enzyme Engineering Key Projects: Mining extremophilic enzymes, algae-based biodiesel production His research interests include understanding enzyme mechanisms in extreme environments and applying them to industrial challenges. Over 10 recent publications span enzyme characterization, biocatalyst optimization, and microbial metabolism studies. Supervision: 5 current PhD students Publications: 10+ peer-reviewed articles (2023–2025) Dr. Munoz collaborates on interdisciplinary projects at Northumbria, contributing to the university’s research peaks in biotechnology and environmental sustainability.

Laura Lehtovirta-Morleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ammonia Oxidation
• Nitrogen Cycle
• Microbial Ecology
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Laura Lehtovirta-Morley is an Associate Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of East Anglia and holder of a Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Research Fellowship. Her research examines ammonia oxidation in terrestrial ecosystems, focusing on physiological adaptations of ammonia-oxidizing archaea in acidic soils. She isolated novel archaea genera Nitrosotalea devanaterra and Nitrosocosmicus franklandus that serve as model organisms in her laboratory. Her work links microbial physiology with ecological function in nitrogen cycling, investigating how environmental factors like pH and ammonium availability shape microbial communities. Current projects include studying methane mitigation through microbial consumption and developing sustainable wastewater treatment using anammox reactions. Dr. Lehtovirta-Morley's research integrates cultivation-based approaches with molecular ecology to understand archaeal contributions to global nitrogen cycles. Her recent publications examine antibiotic sensitivities in ammonia oxidizers, isoprene cycling in peatlands, and metabolic interactions between nitrogen and carbon cycles.

Kin Wai Cheahمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Thermochemical Conversion of Biomass
• Biofuel Production
• Catalysis
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Dr. Kin Wai Cheah is a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at the School of Computing, Engineering and Digital Technologies (SCEDT), Teesside University. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP), Malaysia, and a MEng (Hons) from the University of Nottingham. His research focuses on thermochemical conversion of biomass waste to biofuels, with expertise in catalytic processes, techno-economic analysis, and life cycle assessment. He has contributed to over 38 peer-reviewed publications and maintains an h-index of 23. Dr. Cheah's academic journey includes a postdoctoral role at the University of Hull's Energy and Environmental Institute, where he collaborated on biomass-to-energy projects with industries like Malaysia Palm Oil Board (MPOB) and PETRONAS. His current interests span catalysis, green chemistry, and machine learning applications in chemical manufacturing. He leads and contributes to projects such as BIONDER (waste biomass valorization) and Bluegen (biorefinery residue utilization). His research portfolio includes advancements in biochar synthesis for metal remediation, microwave-assisted biomass processing, and neural network optimization for pyrolysis. Collaborations span Malaysia, the UK, and Europe, reflecting his global impact in sustainable energy and chemical engineering.

Bruno Silvester Lopesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Medical Microbiology
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Molecular Epidemiology
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Bruno Silvester Lopes is a Lecturer in Microbiology at Teesside University's School of Health and Life Sciences. He completed his PhD at the University of Edinburgh on antibiotic resistance mechanisms in Acinetobacter baumannii and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Aberdeen on Campylobacter epidemiology. His research focuses on antimicrobial resistance, molecular epidemiology of pathogens, and alternative antimicrobial therapies. Key research areas include: Genomic evolution of multidrug-resistant bacterial pathogens Development of bacteriophage-based therapies Molecular mechanisms of carbapenem resistance Epidemiological tracing of infection sources He has received national recognition for science communication and collaborates globally with researchers in India, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia. His work informs food safety policies through agencies like EFSA and FSA.