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Dr. Cesare Andrea Papazzoni serves as Associate Professor at the Department of Chemical and Geological Sciences, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. His expertise spans vertebrate paleontology , biostratigraphy , and paleoenvironmental reconstructions with a focus on foraminifera and carbonate systems . Teaching responsibilities include courses on Paleontology and Evolution of Vertebrates (Master's in Science Teaching and Communication) and Applied Biostratigraphy (Geosciences program), where students engage in fossil identification, gamma-ray stratigraphy, and paleoclimatic analysis. Research interests center on climate change impacts on marine calcifiers during Paleogene thermal events (EECO, MECO). His work examines resilient coral reef ecosystems , nummulitid foraminifera , and shallow-water carbonate factories through integrated biostratigraphic, isotopic, and sedimentological methods. Recent studies include iron ooid genesis in Eocene basins and taxonomic revisions of historical fossil collections. Publications (2021–2025) reveal expertise in benthic community dynamics during MECO , taphonomic analysis of vertebrate fossils , and biostratigraphic correlation between SBZ and CN zones . Collaborative work spans ichthyosaur morphology , coral diversification patterns , and microfacies analysis of Paleogene successions. Current projects integrate multidisciplinary approaches to sedimentary systems affected by tectonic-climatic coupling.

• Paleontology
• Paleoecology
• Biostratigraphy
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Sonal Khanolkar is a researcher at GEOMAR Helmholtz Center for Ocean Research Kiel, Germany, specializing in paleoceanography and marine biogeochemistry. Her work focuses on reconstructing past climate conditions using geochemical proxies and microfossil analysis from ocean sediment cores. Her research interests encompass: Paleoceanography Marine Biogeochemistry Climate Reconstruction Foraminifera Geochemistry Paleoclimatology Dr. Khanolkar employs advanced techniques including stable isotope analysis (carbon, oxygen, boron), trace element geochemistry, and biomarker studies to investigate climate dynamics during the Paleogene period. Her recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on using foraminiferal proxies to reconstruct atmospheric CO 2 , sea surface temperatures, and ocean chemistry across critical climate transitions such as the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum and Middle Eocene Climatic Optimum. Her research spans multiple ocean basins, with significant contributions to International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) Expedition 378 in the South Pacific, where she analyzed sediment cores to understand Paleogene climate-ocean interactions. She actively develops and refines paleoproxy methodologies, including high-precision femtosecond laser ablation ICP-MS for trace element analysis in foraminifera and boron isotope applications for pH reconstruction. Her work integrates field data from ocean drilling expeditions with laboratory analyses to address fundamental questions about Earth's climate system evolution. Contact: skhanolkar@geomar.de

• Paleoceanography
• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Climate Reconstruction
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Giuseppe Palladino is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Aberdeen's School of Geosciences. His research focuses on structural geology, sedimentology, and tectonics with particular emphasis on sandstone intrusions, landslide dynamics, and carbonate reservoir characterization. He has conducted extensive fieldwork in Southern Italy, California, and the Apennine regions, contributing to understanding hydrocarbon reservoir connectivity, tectonic deformation processes, and geohazard mitigation strategies. Key research areas include: Structural controls on sedimentary basin evolution Diagenetic processes in fault-related sandstone intrusions Landslide monitoring using InSAR and geophysical techniques Geoheritage preservation in Mediterranean mountain regions His recent work (2020-2025) emphasizes: UKCS hydrocarbon reservoir modeling using sand injectite analysis Tectonic reconstruction of Southern Apennines thrust belts Biomineralization in Triassic carbonates as paleoenvironmental indicators Publications (2017-2025) demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches integrating field geology, remote sensing, and quantitative petrographic analysis to address applied geological challenges in energy exploration and environmental management.

• Structural Geology
• Sedimentology
• Tectonics
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Carl Regnéll is a Senior Lecturer in Geosciences at Kristianstad University's Faculty of Natural Sciences, Department of Environmental Sciences, where he leads the Sustainable multifunctional landscapes (SMULA) research group. With a PhD and an h-index of 7 based on 205 citations, he has published 41 research outputs with significant activity in recent years, including 12 publications in 2024 and 2 in 2025. His educational background includes advanced training in Quaternary geology and geoscience methodologies, though specific degrees are not detailed in the available information. His research focuses on glacial and climate history during the last ice age cycle with particular emphasis on Scandinavian landscape development. Dr. Regnéll employs a wide range of methods including sediment sampling from terrestrial climate archives, geomorphological and sedimentological mapping, and spatial analyses using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). His laboratory work involves analyzing sediment geochemical and physical properties through techniques like grain size analysis, loss on ignition (LOI), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and computed tomography (CT scan). For dating, he utilizes carbon-14 dating of macrofossils, cosmogenic exposure dating, tephrachronology, optically stimulated luminescence (OSL), and Uranium-Thorium dating. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on ice sheet dynamics, deglaciation processes, and landscape evolution in Scandinavia, with particular interest in ice-dammed lakes, varve chronology, and sedimentary ancient DNA applications. These works span disciplines including glaciology, geomorphology, paleoclimatology, and Quaternary science, with specific attention to methodological advances in dating techniques and multi-proxy sediment analysis. Dr. Regnéll currently leads two major research projects: The role of ice-dammed lakes in ice sheet demise (2021-2025) and Ice Age pioneers – Sediment DNA provides new knowledge about our oldest ecosystems (2023-2025). His academic service includes peer review for journals like Quaternary Science Reviews and Norwegian Journal of Geology, participation in the Geological Society of Sweden, and organization of scientific events such as the Processes and Palaeo–Environmental Changes in the Arctic conference in 2024. At Kristianstad University, he teaches geosciences and geographic information systems (GIS), contributing to education in earth sciences and environmental studies. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection and climate action.

• Quaternary Geology
• Glacial History
• Climate History
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Dr. Sarah Jacquet is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Missouri's College of Arts and Science. Her research focuses on paleobiology, sedimentology, and functional morphology of fossil groups, employing micro-CT, petrographic, and geochemical techniques to study taphonomic biases across geological periods. She investigates Cambrian small shelly fossils, Silurian jellyfish, and Eocene coprolites to reconstruct paleoenvironments and evolutionary patterns. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from Macquarie University (2013-2016), Honours in Palaeobiology (2012), and a B.S. in Palaeobiology (2009-2011) from the same institution. Her recent publications predominantly explore Cambrian small shelly faunas, taphonomic methodologies, and geochemical proxies in sedimentary systems. Research trends show strong emphasis on integrating high-resolution imaging with stratigraphic and geochemical analyses to resolve preservation biases in the fossil record.

• Paleobiology
• Sedimentology
• Functional Morphology
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Annalisa Ferretti is an Associate Professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, specializing in the Department of Chemical and Geological Sciences. Her research focuses on paleontology, biostratigraphy, and geochemical analysis of conodonts, with a particular emphasis on their role in understanding paleoenvironmental changes and diagenetic processes. Research Interests: Paleoecology, Sr isotope stratigraphy, fossil diagenesis, deep-sea vertebrate evolution, and ironstone formation mechanisms. Teaching: Courses in Paleoclimatology, Paleontology, and Evolution for Geosciences and Natural Sciences programs. Her scientific work spans from Cambrian bioapatite studies to Late Triassic conodont evolution, with notable contributions on mineralization processes, extinction events, and planetary analogs for Martian spherules. She also participates in academic governance initiatives related to inclusive education. Notable Publications: Investigations on conodont apatite isotopes, Devonian extinction dynamics, Eocene iron ooid genesis, and paleoclimatic reconstructions using fossil proxies. Office: Via Campi 103, Modena. Student Reception: Fridays 9:00-10:00 AM by prior telephone arrangement.

• Paleontology
• Paleoecology
• Biostratigraphy
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Dr. Qilong Fu is a Researcher at the Bureau of Economic Geology, University of Texas at Austin. He holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Regina (2005), an M.S. from the Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (1990), and a B.S. from Jilin University (1987). His career spans academic and industrial roles, including positions at the University of Regina and AGAT Laboratories Ltd. Ph.D. in Geology, University of Regina, Canada (2005) M.S. in Geology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (1990) B.S. in Geology, Jilin University, China (1987) Dr. Fu specializes in sedimentology, stratigraphy, and reservoir characterization, with a focus on carbonate systems, diagenesis, and sedimentary geochemistry. His work bridges outcrop and subsurface studies for energy resource applications. His publications (2007–2002) highlight diagenetic controls on carbonate reservoirs, paleokarst systems, and Permian Basin analogues. Professional affiliations include AAPG, SEPM, and the International Association of Sedimentologists. American Association of Petroleum Geologists International Association of Sedimentologists SEPM (Society for Sedimentary Geology)

• Sedimentology
• Stratigraphy
• Carbonate Depositional Systems
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Professor John Paterson is a leading palaeontologist at the University of New England , serving as Professor of Earth Sciences within the School of Environmental and Rural Science since 2016. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. (Hons) and Ph.D. from Macquarie University, focusing on Cambrian-Ordovician trilobites. He has held leadership roles, including Head of Earth Sciences (2008–2020) and ARC Future Fellow (2014–2018) , and remains an active member of the International Subcommission on Cambrian Stratigraphy . Research Interests center on documenting the palaeo-biodiversity of Australian Cambrian and Ordovician biotas (444–541 million years ago), using fossils to address evolutionary, biogeographic, and palaeoecological questions. His work spans taxonomy, phylogeny, biostratigraphy, and the refinement of the geologic timescale through global strata correlation. Recent publications highlight his focus on the Emu Bay Shale Lagerstätte , including studies on trilobite predator-prey dynamics , radiodont vision , and arthropod biomechanics . These works integrate finite-element analysis , laser micropyrolysis , and multi-proxy stratigraphy to explore evolutionary drivers during the Cambrian Explosion. Scientific Awards include the Anton Hales Medal (2016), UNE Vice Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Research (2009), and the Charles Marshall Award (2001). He has secured major grants such as ARC Discovery Projects and National Geographic Society grants , totaling over AUD $350,000. Academic Leadership includes editorial roles at Alcheringa and Zootaxa , organizing international conferences like Palaeo Down Under 2 , and coordinating multidisciplinary teams for projects on the Flinders Ranges and Georgina Basin . His work bridges fieldwork, lab analysis, and global collaborations to unravel the complexities of early animal evolution.

• Palaeontology
• Cambrian and Ordovician Biotas
• Evolutionary Biology
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Robert R. Gaines is the Edwin F. and Martha Hahn Professor of Geology and Chair of Geology at Pomona College, where he has been affiliated since 2003. His research focuses on the Cambrian Explosion, Burgess Shale-type preservation, and microbial-mineral interactions, with field sites spanning Canada, China, and the American Great Basin. Education includes a Ph.D. from the University of California, Riverside, an M.S. from the University of Cincinnati, and a B.S. from the College of William and Mary. Gaines' work deciphers the geochemical and taphonomic mechanisms enabling exceptional fossil preservation, particularly in Cambrian seas. His research integrates sedimentary geology, paleoredox conditions, and early animal evolution, revealing links between ocean chemistry and the fossil record. Awards include the Wig Distinguished Professorship Award for Excellence in Teaching (2007, 2013). He has secured major grants such as NSF EAR-1554897 for Burgess Shale research and a Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation award ($922,816) for stable-isotope facility development. He advises graduate and undergraduate researchers, including Brian S. Murphy and Michael A. Torres. Grant leadership includes National Geographic and NSF projects exploring Cambrian fossil sites.

• Cambrian Explosion
• Burgess Shale Preservation
• Geomicrobiology
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Prof. Axel Munnecke is a faculty member at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, holding a Professorship in Palaeontology with a focus on carbonate microfacies and diagenesis. His affiliation is within the Department of Geography and Geosciences at GeoZentrum Nordbayern. His research emphasizes the climate evolution of the Paleozoic, particularly through studies of carbonate rocks and microfacies analysis. Munnecke leads projects funded by the Bavarian State Ministry for Geothermal Energy studies and reservoir characterization in the Molasse Basin. He teaches courses like the Gotland Field School and International Course on Carbonate Microfacies. His work includes over 200 publications on carbonate sedimentology, diagenesis, and paleoclimatology. Key grants include the Geothermie-Allianz Bayern (2016–2021) and projects on reservoir engineering in geothermal systems. Munnecke’s lab, part of GeoZentrum Nordbayern, focuses on paleoenvironmental reconstructions and carbonate systems. Education: PhD in Geology, expertise in carbonate sedimentology. Research Interests: Microfacies analysis, diagenesis, Paleozoic climate, carbonate reservoirs. His recent publications (2020–2025) explore topics like microbial cementation, Ordovician acritarchs, and Jurassic climate signals, reflecting a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to ancient environments and modern applications in energy geology.

• Carbonate Geology
• Paleontology
• Sedimentology
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apl. Prof. Dr. Barbara Sponholz holds the Chair of Geomorphology at the Institute of Geography and Geology, University of Würzburg. Her research focuses on arid land geomorphology, paleoclimatology, and environmental reconstruction in Africa, particularly the Sahara and Sahel regions. She has led projects like 'GEO-XR' exploring spatial analysis and '115 years of sedimentation in the Urft Reservoir.' Key research themes include silicate karst systems, fulgurite analysis, and Holocene climate dynamics. Current positions: Beauftragte der JMU für Studierende mit Behinderung, Vizepräsidentin der Universität (2012-2021), Universitäts-Frauenbeauftragte Education: Habilitation (1997), PhD (1988), studies at University of Würzburg (1979-1984) Her work integrates fieldwork in Niger, Tunisia, and Romania with laboratory analysis, focusing on sediment dynamics and environmental archives. Notable projects include international collaborations with Ahmadu Bello University (Nigeria) and the Université Abdou Moumouni de Niamey. She advises on climate change impacts and sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Recent funding includes BMBF grants (2019-2022) for remote sensing applications in arid regions. Over 30 academic publications demonstrate her expertise in karst systems, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and geoarchaeology.

• Geomorphology
• Paleoclimatology
• Sahara Studies
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Dr. Mateusz Kramkowski is a Researcher at the Department of Environmental Resources and Geohazards , Institute of Geography and Spatial Organization, Polish Academy of Sciences, where he has been affiliated since 2013. He holds a PhD in Earth Sciences (Geography) from 2017, with a doctoral thesis on environmental changes in Lake Jelonek sediments. His education includes a Bachelor's and Master's in Geography from Kazimierz Wielki University and postgraduate studies in Geology at Adam Mickiewicz University. Research Focus: Kramkowski specializes in reconstructing past environmental changes using geochemical and sedimentological methods. His core interests include: Paleogeography and geomorphology of Quaternary landscapes Analysis of laminated lake deposits for climate records Tephrochronology and dead-ice landform dynamics Human-environment interactions in medieval Central Europe Publication Trends: His recent work (2021–2025) emphasizes lacustrine sedimentology, glacial/periglacial processes, and anthropogenic impacts on landscapes. Common themes include varve chronology, charcoal production effects, and LiDAR-based glacial landform mapping. Collaborations frequently involve multi-proxy approaches across Polish and German institutions. Projects & Teams: Kramkowski actively contributes to field-based projects like ICLEA (Integrated Climate and Landscape Evolution Analysis), focusing on Northern Poland's glacial history. He co-leads paleolimnological sessions and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on peatland, soil, and geoarchaeological studies.

• Paleogeography
• Geomorphology
• Laminated Deposits
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Dr. Pedro Alejandro Ruiz Ortiz is affiliated with the University of Jaén as a researcher specializing in sedimentology, stratigraphy, and paleoceanography. His work focuses on carbonate platform development, oceanic anoxic events (OAEs), and isotopic analysis in the context of the Western Tethys Ocean during the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. Fields of Interest: Sedimentology, Stratigraphy, Paleoceanography, Geochemistry, Carbonate Platform Development, Oceanic Anoxic Events, Isotope Analysis, Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction Research Trends from his recent publications reveal a focus on the Early Aptian OAE 1a, integrating uranium and osmium isotope records to track ocean deoxygenation and magmatic influences. His studies often combine microfacies analysis, cyclostratigraphy, and geochemical data (C, O isotopes; TOC) to reconstruct environmental changes and platform collapse in the Prebetic Zone of Spain. Additional Contributions include studies on tempestite deposits in pelagic sequences, Jurassic-Cretaceous rifting dynamics, and interdisciplinary analyses of sedimentation and tectonics in the Betic Cordillera. He has also explored water quality in Honduras and the application of photogrammetry to geological monument documentation.

• Sedimentology
• Stratigraphy
• Paleoceanography
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Szilvia Kövér is a Lecturer at the Institute of Geography and Earth Sciences , Eötvös Loránd University, affiliated with the Department of Physical and Applied Geology and the Center of Earth Sciences . She focuses on structural geology, tectonic evolution, and sedimentary basin analysis in the Carpathian-Balkan region. Rheology and Fault Dynamics : Investigates fault reactivation mechanisms in Central Hungarian basins. Neotethys Margin Studies : Analyzes sedimentary records and obduction processes in Northeast Hungary. Thermochronology : Applies thermal and kinematic constraints to Alpine deformation events. Basin Migration : Studies Pannonian Basin evolution and its relationship to inherited structures. Paleomagnetic Research : Contributes to resolving tectonic rotations in the Dinarides. Her work intersects with geodynamic modeling , sedimentary provenance , and Alpine-Carpathian collision . Publications emphasize triassic-jurassic paleogeography , nappes stacking , and crustal deformation . She uses Raman spectroscopy for metamorphic studies and contributes to stratigraphic frameworks via calcareous nannofossil and ammonite data .

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Sedimentary Geology
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Myra Keep is a Professor at the University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the School of Earth and Oceans and the International Space Centre. She holds roles such as Chair of the Australasian Universities Geoscience Education Network and member of the Australian Geoscience Council. Her expertise spans structural geology, tectonics, seismology, and geohazards, with a focus on Precambrian to Quaternary deformation, seismic interpretation, and marine geology. She leads projects in the Japan Trench, North West Shelf, and East Timor, emphasizing paleoseismology and tectonic evolution. Keep has received awards including the Global Impact Award for Teaching Innovation (2023) and the UWA Teaching Fellowship (2014). Education: BSc (University College London, 1987), MSc (University of British Columbia, 1989), PhD (Southern Methodist University, 1994). Research interests include structural geology, seismic interpretation, neotectonics, and planetary geology. Key projects involve IODP Expedition 386 (Japan Trench paleoseismology) and SO257 (North West Shelf geohazards). She collaborates internationally, addressing subduction zone dynamics, mass transport deposits, and basement reactivation. Teaching contributions include developing award-winning outdoor learning programs and coordinating geology courses. She actively participates in educational committees and national/international geoscience organizations. Awards: Global Impact Award - Innovation in Teaching and Learning (2023) Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy (2020) UWA Guild Students' Choice Award (2017) Petroleum Exploration Society of Australia Meritorious Service Award (2016) UWA Teaching Fellowship (2014) Grants include ARC Linkage grants on basin evolution and mineral systems, and IODP-funded research on Japan Trench paleoseismology. She has also led DAAD and industry-funded projects on geohazards and inversion tectonics. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with IODP, RV Sonne expeditions, and UWA's geology research programs in East Timor. Her work integrates field, seismic, and remote-sensing data to study tectonic processes.

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Seismic Interpretation
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