جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Khay Fongمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• On-demand drug delivery
• Environmental microplastics
• Nanomedicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Khay Fong is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Chemistry at Monash University, serving as Course Coordinator for the Masters in Green Chemistry and Sustainable Technology since 2023. She holds a PhD in Pharmacy from Monash University (2013) and has held prestigious fellowships, including the Victorian Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2014–2017) and the National Center of Competence in Research Postdoctoral Fellowship for Women (2017–2018). Prior to Monash, she was a Lecturer in Chemistry at the University of Newcastle (2019–2023). Her research focuses on on-demand drug delivery and environmental microplastics . Key contributions include developing nanotechnology platforms for drug delivery using amphiphilic lipids and investigating microplastic pollution in marine environments, particularly the Great Barrier Reef. She collaborates with the Swiss NGO Sail and Explore Association on citizen science projects. Khay leads projects such as the 'Investigating Interactions between Human Microbiome and Lipid-Based Drug Delivery Systems' (ANSTO-funded, 2023–2025) and 'Potentiating Physicochemical Techniques with Machine Learning' (ANSTO/Noxopharm, 2023–2026). Notable awards include the Early Career Research Award (2016). Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, addressing environmental protection and health innovation. Active in professional organizations, she serves as a director of the Australian Chapter of the Controlled Release Society (AusCRS).

Jan-Ulrich Kreftمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Biology
• Microbiology
• Systems Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Jan-Ulrich Kreft is an Associate Professor in Computational Biology at the University of Birmingham's School of Biosciences, UK. He leads the Kreft Lab, focusing on microbial interactions and spatial structure in biofilms and microbial communities using individual-based modelling and experimental approaches. His research spans biofilm dynamics, cooperation in microbial populations, and antimicrobial resistance. Education: 1991: Diplom Biologe, University of Tübingen, Germany 1995: Dr rer nat (PhD), University of Konstanz, Germany Research Interests: Modelling microbial cooperation and competition in biofilms Horizontal gene transfer dynamics in structured communities Evolutionary trade-offs between growth rate and yield Role of spatial structure in microbial evolution Antimicrobial resistance in wastewater systems Lab and Tools: Developed iDynoMiCS , a modular individual-based modelling platform Investigates biofilm architecture, twitching motility in Pseudomonas , and nitrification pathways Affiliations: Deputy Director, Centre for Systems Biology Editorial roles in FEMS Microbiology Letters and Frontiers in Microbiology Teaching: Undergraduate courses in microbial ecology, bioenergetics, and biofilm systems Postgraduate training in agent-based modelling and statistics

Swaroop Chakrabortyمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Nanomaterials
• Environmental Science
• Bioengineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Swaroop Chakraborty is a NERC Independent Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on nanomaterials, environmental science, and bioengineering, particularly the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) framework for nanomaterials. He holds a PhD in Bioengineering from IIT, India (2021), and is a Chartered Scientist, Chartered Chemist, and Chartered Environmentalist. Research Interests: Biogeochemical transformations of nanomaterials, Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for environmental and biomedical applications, and advanced analytical techniques like synchrotron-based XAS/XRF/SAXS and in-situ TEM. He also investigates ecotoxicity of microplastics and nanoplastics using Single-Cell ICP-MS and stable isotope labeling. Awards: NERC Independent Research Fellowship, Chartered Scientist (CSci), Chartered Chemist (CChem), Chartered Environmentalist, and membership in the Royal Society of Chemistry and Royal Society of Biology. Teaching: MSc Sustainable Chemistry seminars, BSc Human Sciences tutoring, and M.Res. Environmental and Biological Nanoscience courses. Key Projects: SSbD nanomaterial design, MOF hydrolytic stability, and microplastic toxicity studies. Active in interdisciplinary PhD supervision and analytical methodology development.

Emmeline Howarthمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Animal Welfare Science
• Animal Behavior
• Primate Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emmeline Howarth is a Lecturer in Animal Welfare Science and Programme Leader for the Animal Behaviour BSc at the University of Chester, School of Natural Sciences. She holds a PhD in Biological Anthropology from Liverpool John Moores University, an MSc in Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare from the University of Edinburgh, and a BSc in Animal Science from Newcastle University. Her research focuses on validating attention bias as a welfare assessment tool for captive primates and companion animals, with recent work exploring genetic influences on social attention in macaques and the impact of exercise on explosives detection dogs. Education: PhD in Biological Anthropology (Liverpool John Moores University, 2017-2021) MSc Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare (University of Edinburgh, 2015-2016) BSc Animal Science (Newcastle University, 2012-2015) PGCE (University of Central Lancashire, 2020-2022) Research Interests: Dr. Howarth’s work centers on non-invasive welfare assessment techniques, particularly attention bias in primates, and expanding into companion animal welfare. She investigates genetic correlates of behavior, zoo animal management, and the ethical implications of animal training practices. Teaching & Supervision: She leads modules on animal welfare ethics, behavior, and human-animal interaction at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Currently supervises projects on hedgehog conservation, microplastics and dog welfare, and social networks in captive Bactrian camels. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2023). Professional Activities: Organizing Committee member for the School of Natural Sciences Research Conference (2023–present), journal reviewer for PLoS ONE and Communications Biology .

Pranav S Joshiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Environmental Sustainability
• Climate Change
• Water Quality and Treatment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pranav S Joshi is a part-time lecturer at the National University of Singapore (NUS), teaching Environmental Technology in the Master’s in Environmental Management program since 2015. He holds a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Bombay and an MSc in Environmental Engineering from NUS. His career spans over 30 years in environmental science, engineering, and public health across government, industry, and NGOs. Education : PhD in Inorganic Chemistry, University of Bombay (1993) MSc in Environmental Engineering, NUS (1998) MSc/BSc in Chemistry, University of Bombay (1988/1986) His research focuses on environmental sustainability, climate change mitigation, water quality management, decarbonization technologies, and circular economy. He has contributed to Singapore’s drinking water safety regulations and international frameworks like WHO guidelines. Notable publications include work on microplastics in water and regulatory standards for public swimming pools. Awards : Commendation Medal (National Day Award) 2020 Municipal Services Award 2016 Leadership Award for Water Efficiency 2016 Advising & Grants : Supervised dissertations on climate change, waste management, and energy. Active in policy roles, including WHO’s International Network of Drinking-water and Sanitation Regulators. Labs/Teams : Collaborates with global organizations like the International Federation of Environmental Health (Asia-Pacific Chair) and Singapore’s National Environment Agency.

Claudia Henningerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainability
• Circular Economy
• Fashion Industry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Claudia Henninger is a Professor of Fashion Marketing Management at the University of Manchester, based in the Department of Materials. Her research focuses on sustainability within the fashion industry, particularly the circular economy, collaborative consumption, and consumer behavior. She holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield (2015), exploring corporate identity in the UK’s green slow-fashion industry. Claudia chairs the Academy of Marketing’s Sustainability Special Interest Group (SIG) and has authored/co-edited books like Sustainability in Fashion – A Cradle to Upcycle Approach . Her work spans academic publications in journals such as the European Journal of Marketing and Journal of Fashion Marketing & Management , alongside contributions to policy-relevant research. Notable projects include analyzing circular economy barriers in Chile and exploring digital fashion adoption among Gen Z. She has received awards including the Emerald Literati Network Awards (2017) and the DRES ME sustainability initiative recognition (2022). Claudia’s research integrates technical and social science perspectives, addressing microfibers, modular garments, and cultural sustainability practices (e.g., Indonesia’s Baduy Tribe). She collaborates internationally and leads educational initiatives, including mentoring programs for graduate teaching assistants. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing environmental protection and responsible consumption.

Sara Mitchellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geosciences
• Geomorphology
• Hydrology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sara Mitchell is a Professor and Director of Geosciences at the College of the Holy Cross. Her work bridges geology, hydrology, and environmental science, with a focus on glacial geomorphology and urban river systems. She holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Washington and has led projects such as analyzing microplastics in the Blackstone River watershed and studying glacial landform evolution. Her research interests include fluvial processes, sediment transport, and the impacts of human activity on river ecosystems. She has advised numerous students whose work spans microplastic contamination studies, glacial cirque analysis, and environmental consulting applications. Mitchell’s publications explore topics from cirque altitude-climate relationships to beaver dam hydrology in Minnesota. Her academic contributions include interdisciplinary courses like 'Watershed Hydrology' and 'Paleoclimatology.' Recent projects emphasize urban watershed dynamics, reflecting her commitment to addressing contemporary environmental challenges through field-based research and student mentorship.

Jay Meegodaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Sustainable Waste Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jay N. Meegoda is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at NJIT. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in applying scientific and engineering principles to solve real-world environmental and geotechnical challenges. He has led multidisciplinary research projects totaling over $7M from agencies like NSF, US Army, and NJDOT, with many technologies now in use or commercialization. His work spans PFAS remediation, shale softening, microplastic pollution, and sustainable waste management. Education: PhD (1985), MS (1985), and BS (1980) from University of California and University of Sri Lanka. Research focuses on environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, and sustainable technologies. Key projects include ultrasound-based PFAS degradation, hydraulic fracturing effects on shale, and community-based pollution prevention strategies. He actively collaborates internationally and co-authored over 200 papers. Notable awards include NJDOT’s 2011 Research Implementation Award and ASCE’s best paper awards (2001, 2012). He advises NJIT’s Engineers Without Borders chapter and teaches courses in geotechnical engineering and environmental systems.

Michel Boufadelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Water Resources Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Oil Spill Response
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michel Boufadel is a Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) . He specializes in water technology and resources, with notable contributions to oil spill response strategies, including solutions for major spills like the Exxon Valdez and BP Deepwater Horizon events. His current research focuses on water and energy systems, including groundwater dynamics, microplastics, and PFAS remediation. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Cincinnati (1998) M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Cincinnati (1992) B.S. in Civil Engineering, Jesuit University at Beirut, Lebanon (1988) Research interests include oil spill mitigation , coastal hydrology , environmental biotechnology , and urban sustainability . His recent work explores AI-driven urban heat island mapping, agent-based modeling for green infrastructure, and advanced catalytic technologies for PFAS degradation. He collaborates with the Center for Natural Resources at NJIT. Publications span topics like oil emulsion stability, groundwater-surface water interactions, and microbial responses to oiled shorelines. While no awards are explicitly listed, his work reflects significant contributions to environmental engineering and disaster response. No student advisees or grant details are provided in the text. His research often integrates computational modeling (e.g., CFD simulations) and experimental studies to address real-world environmental challenges.

Roman Isaacمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Governance
• Sustainability Science
• Ecosystem Services
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Roman Isaac is a Researcher at Leuphana University of Lüneburg's Social-Ecological Systems Institute (SESI) , associated with the Professorship for International Sustainable Development and Planning . He holds a PhD and previously studied Environmental Sciences at Leuphana and a Master's in Human Geography with a specialization in Environmental Social Science at Stockholm University. Before academia, he worked for an NGO in Berlin developing campaigns on microplastics pollution. His research focuses on governance frameworks for human-nature interactions, particularly multi-level governance of natural and anthropogenic capitals in co-producing nature’s contributions to people. Education: PhD in Environmental Social Science (not specified) MSc in Human Geography (Stockholm University) BSc in Environmental Sciences (Leuphana University) Research Interests: His work examines governance mechanisms for sustainable resource use, integrating ecological and social dimensions. Key areas include policy analysis for ecosystem services co-production, legal frameworks for hydropower development, and grassland conservation strategies balancing biodiversity and agricultural needs. Publications: Recent work explores network-based governance models, metacoupling frameworks for sustainability, and value systems influencing nature-use preferences. Earlier research addressed textile recycling's role in regional resilience. Awards: No scientific awards explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Advising & Grants: No advisees or grant details listed. His current activities include contributing to SESI's interdisciplinary research initiatives. Labs/Teams: Member of the Junior Research Group Hanspach and part of SESI's collaborative network analyzing complex socio-ecological systems.

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Treatment
• Chemical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Juan M. Garrido is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and has held academic positions since 1996. His research focuses on advanced wastewater treatment technologies, particularly membrane bioreactors (MBRs) and anaerobic processes for nutrient recovery and contaminant removal. He collaborates with institutions like Aqualia and leads projects funded by the Spanish Government and the EU, including the LIFE SIAMEC initiative for low-temperature wastewater reclamation. Education: Graduated in Industrial Chemistry (1991) and earned a PhD in Chemical Engineering (1996) at the University of Santiago de Compostela. He conducted research stays at Delft University of Technology (Netherlands) and CIRSEE (France). Research Interests: Membrane Bioreactors (MBR) development, nitrite-dependent anaerobic methane oxidation (N-damo), industrial wastewater treatment, struvite crystallization for phosphorus recovery, and eliminating emerging contaminants like microplastics and antibiotic resistance genes. His work emphasizes sustainable, low-environmental-footprint technologies. Key Projects: ARES (assessing emerging contaminants removal in segregated wastewater systems), COMETT (metabolic biotransformations in wastewater reactors), and SIAMEC (integrated anaerobic systems for European climates). He has supervised doctoral and master’s theses on topics like MBR optimization and nutrient removal. Grants & Partnerships: Over €1M in grants from national and EU sources. Partners include Augas de Galicia, CETAQUA, and food industry collaborators. His lab focuses on developing innovative processes for environmental sustainability and industrial applications. Labs/Teams: Active in the BioGroup Research Team at USC, advancing wastewater treatment and environmental engineering solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Neil Jamesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Renewable Bio-Energy
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Zooplankton Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Neil James is a Research Fellow at the Environmental Research Institute (ERI) of the University of the Highlands and Islands. He specializes in renewable bio-energy, climate change adaptation, and marine plastic pollution. As project coordinator for the Circular Ocean initiative, he leads efforts to address marine plastic waste through a circular economy approach, winning the EU RegioStars 2016 award. His research also focuses on zooplankton ecology, macroecology, and the impacts of temperature on planktonic ecosystems. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (2009) from the British Antarctic Survey, specializing in planktonic food-web dynamics under temperature influences. Research Interests: Combines ecological studies with applied solutions to environmental challenges. Key areas include bioenergy deployment in remote communities, plastic contamination mitigation, and circular economy frameworks for fishing gear. His work bridges macroecological patterns and practical policy solutions, emphasizing transnational collaboration. Grants & Projects: Led Circular Ocean (€1.5M EU-funded), BioPAD, and RASLRES projects. Current focus includes marine debris impacts on seabirds and marine mammals, with recent studies on oil spill effects on island bird communities. Awards: EU RegioStars 2016 Public Choice Award (Circular Ocean Project), Sustainable Growth Category finalist. Roles: Postgraduate coordinator at ERI, responsible for student and staff support in postgraduate activities. Manages operational and financial aspects of EU-funded projects.

Jonathan Pearsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Resilient Infrastructure from Natural Hazards
• Environmental Fate of Organic Pollutants
• Coastal Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Jonathan Pearson is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Warwick and Head of Warwick Water. With over 20 years of experience in coastal and environmental hydraulics, he has held academic positions at the Universities of Edinburgh and Sheffield. His research focuses on resilient infrastructure against natural hazards and the environmental fate of organic pollutants. Funded by EPSRC, NERC, BBSRC, and the EU, his work includes projects on coastal flood resilience, pollutant biodegradation, and microplastic dynamics. Education: Ph.D., 1999: 'Mixing due to the effects of waves', University of Sheffield, UK B.Eng (Hons), 1992: Civil & Structural Engineering, University of Sheffield, UK Research Interests: Resilient Infrastructure: Investigating coastal defenses, climate change impacts (sea level rise, extreme events), and retrofitting solutions (e.g., recurve walls) to enhance resilience. Collaborative projects with HR Wallingford and DHI address disaster management and emergency response to flooding. Environmental Fate of Pollutants: Studies microbial community interactions in biofilms, pollutant degradation rates, and the role of bed-form characteristics in water-sediment systems. Recent work includes EPSRC-funded projects on chemical exchanges and pollutant persistence under seasonal variations. Key Contributions: Over 100 publications span coastal engineering, microplastic transport, wave overtopping modeling, and constructed wetlands. Notable grants include a Royal Academy of Engineering/Leverhulme Trust fellowship for coastal resilience research and EU-funded studies on pollutant dynamics in biofilms. Awards: Royal Academy of Engineering / The Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowship (202X) Teaching: Leads modules on Water Engineering for Civil Engineers , River Mixing , and organizes the African Field Course for fourth-year students. Office hours are Fridays 10–12 noon during term time. Labs & Teams: Directs Warwick Water, a research hub focusing on water engineering solutions. Collaborates with industry partners like Unilever and Syngenta for applied research on environmental sustainability.

Craig Dedman-Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Marine Ecology
• Phytoplankton
• Ocean Warming
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Craig Dedman-Jones is Lecturer in Environmental Science at the University of Plymouth's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. His research examines marine ecosystem responses to environmental change, particularly ocean warming effects on phytoplankton as foundational components of marine food webs and biogeochemical cycles. Specializing in ecotoxicology, his work investigates nanoparticle and microplastic impacts on marine microbes including cyanobacteria Prochlorococcus. Recent publications analyze thermal bleaching mitigation, coccolithophore responses to acidification, and nanomaterial ecotoxicology under environmentally-relevant conditions.

• Microbiology
• Ecology
• Aquaculture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simona Bartkova is a Researcher at Tallinn University of Technology's Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology, School of Science. She holds a Doctorate in Microbiology from the Technical University of Denmark (2016) and has expertise in droplet microfluidics, microbial ecology, and antimicrobial resistance research. Her work focuses on developing novel platforms for studying microplastic impacts on bacterial behavior and antibiotic resistance. Education: PhD Microbiology (DTU), MSc Molecular Ecology (Lund University), BSc Biology (Dowling College) Research interests include microfluidics-based diagnostics, environmental microbiology, and aquaculture health. She leads projects funded by the European Commission and Estonian grants, including the Droplet-Based Microfluidics Platform for studying plastic-degrading microbes. Awards include 2024 Plastic Fantastic Hackathon winner and 2023 Dolomite competition 2nd prize. Active in COST Action networks on antimicrobial resistance and aquaculture biotechnology. Grants: €550k for endocrine disruptor detection, €459k for DNA nanotechnology Juvenile basketball prodigy turned scientist, she also coaches and competes in Estonian women's basketball leagues.