جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Itzick Vatnickمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Science
• Biology
• Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Itzick Vatnick is a Professor of Biology, Biochemistry, and Environmental Science & Sustainability at Widener University. He holds a PhD in Comparative Animal Physiology from SUNY Binghamton (1993), alongside degrees in Animal Science, Teaching, and Dairy Management. His research focuses on environmental pollutants' effects on aquatic organisms, microclimatic studies in Peruvian rainforests, and the physiology of Diamondback terrapins. He collaborates with institutions like The Wetlands Institute (NJ) and the University of Buenos Aires. Key research areas include: amphibian immune responses to pollutants, microplastic impacts on crustaceans, and conservation strategies for reptiles. Dr. Vatnick emphasizes undergraduate research involvement and has advised the Biology Club. He has received the Arts and Sciences Research Award (2013) and SUNY Binghamton's Excellence in Teaching Award (1992). Publications span over 30 years, addressing topics like atrazine toxicity in frogs, glyphosate effects on crayfish, and survival dynamics of terrapins in crab pots. His work bridges laboratory studies and field research in diverse ecosystems, with a focus on applying findings to conservation and environmental policy. Awards: Arts and Sciences Research Award (2013), SUNY Teaching Excellence (1992) Professional Affiliations: American Physiological Society, Society of Integrative & Comparative Biology Grants/Advising: Led NSF-funded projects; advised student research teams in Peru and New Jersey Dr. Vatnick's teaching philosophy integrates hands-on learning with global field experiences, including leading student expeditions to the Peruvian Amazon and coastal New Jersey wetlands.

Konstantina Katsanouمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Karst Hydrogeology
• Water Resource Conservation
• Water Quality Monitoring
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Konstantina Katsanou is a researcher specializing in hydrogeology and environmental policy, with a focus on karst systems, water resource management, and groundwater vulnerability assessment. Her work integrates field studies, laboratory analysis, and policy implementation at both national and European levels. She has contributed to the revision of River Basin Management Plans (RBMPs) and Flood Risk Management Plans (FRMPs) in Greece, while also engaging in interdisciplinary projects across Europe, North/Central America, and East Africa. Her research employs chemical tracers (e.g., stable isotopes, rare earth elements) and hydrological modeling to understand groundwater circulation and karst aquifer dynamics. She has extensive experience in environmental monitoring, including studies on hyporheic zones, groundwater-surface water exchange, and lake restoration. Teaching responsibilities include modules on groundwater quality monitoring within an MSc program. Key research themes include karst hydrogeology, geochemical processes in aquifers, and the application of GIS-based methods for vulnerability assessment. Her publications span over 20 years, addressing topics such as thermal water origins, wildfire impacts on groundwater quality, and policy-driven water management initiatives. She actively collaborates on global water quality initiatives like the World Water Quality Alliance and has pioneered methodologies for karst system analysis using tools like MODKARST modeling and distributed temperature sensing. Her work bridges scientific research with practical policy solutions for sustainable water resource management.

• Corrosion and Interface Chemistry
• Electrochemistry
• Materials Degradation Mechanisms
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreas Erbe is a Professor of Corrosion and Interface Chemistry at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering under the Faculty of Natural Sciences. His research focuses on atomic- and molecular-scale mechanisms of materials degradation, particularly using in situ and operando spectroscopic methods like vibrational spectroscopy (IR, Raman) to study electrochemical processes. He also explores applications of data science and machine learning in corrosion and electrochemistry. Education and Background: 2015–Present: Professor at NTNU 2007–2015: Group leader at Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung, Düsseldorf 2006–2007: Postdoc at Academia Sinica, Taipei 2004–2006: Postdoc at University of Leeds, UK 1997–2001: Diploma in Physical Chemistry from Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg Research Interests: His work centers on corrosion mechanisms, electrochemical processes, and interfacial chemistry. He employs advanced spectroscopic techniques to study structural changes at material interfaces. Recent activities integrate data science and AI for predictive corrosion analysis, with applications in sustainable materials and environmental monitoring. Publications: His research spans corrosion mechanisms in metallic alloys, material degradation under environmental stresses, and spectroscopic characterization of interfaces. Notable themes include magnesium alloy corrosion, fused quartz crucible behavior in silicon production, and microplastic impacts on wildlife. His work bridges fundamental electrochemistry with applied materials science. Advising & Labs: He leads a research group at NTNU focusing on corrosion and interface chemistry, emphasizing in situ experimental methods and interdisciplinary approaches. Current projects include studying corrosion under complex environmental conditions and developing AI-driven corrosion prediction tools.

Fan Liuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microplastics
• Environmental Engineering
• Water Quality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fan Liu is an Associate Professor at Aalborg University, affiliated with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering and Science. He is part of the Urban Pollution Research Group and is based in Aalborg, Denmark. His research focuses on environmental engineering, particularly microplastics contamination, pollution dynamics, and advanced analytical techniques for environmental monitoring. Key interests include microplastic detection methods, stormwater management, and the environmental fate of pollutants like heavy metals and tire wear particles. Dr. Liu leads the project 'The neglected defender? Rethinking biofilms on plastics' , funded by the Villum Foundation, exploring biofilm interactions with plastics. His work has been covered in media, including discussions on microplastic accumulation in marine sediments. Recent research highlights include studies on microplastic retention in stormwater ponds, turbulence effects on buoyant microplastics, and risks of disinfection byproducts from photodegraded plastics. His research outputs span topics such as FTIR spectroscopy for microplastic detection, snow contamination by microplastics, and sediment core analysis to trace plastic pollution history. Collaborations include international teams across environmental chemistry, engineering, and data science.

Isabel Goßmannمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Science
• Marine Pollution
• Microplastics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Isabel Goßmann is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science , affiliated with the Department of the Built Environment and the Urban Pollution Research Group. Her work focuses on marine pollution, microplastics, and environmental chemistry. Research Interests : Microplastics and polymer analysis Marine and atmospheric pollution dynamics Environmental sampling technologies Notable Research Trends : Recent publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to microplastic distribution, analytical pyrolysis for polymer identification, and atmospheric transport modeling of microplastic particles.

• Coral Reef Ecology
• Marine Biology
• Fisheries Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mark I. McCormick is a Professor at James Cook University, specializing in coral reef fish ecology and behavior. His research focuses on predator-prey interactions, impacts of environmental changes (e.g., ocean acidification, warming), and habitat degradation effects on marine organisms. He has authored/co-authored over 270 publications, with key contributions on fish behavioral plasticity, microplastic impacts, and anthropogenic noise effects. Research Interests: Coral Reef Ecology, Marine Behavioral Ecology, Climate Change Impacts, Fish Physiology, and Conservation Biology. His work integrates field and experimental studies to understand how environmental stressors affect fish survival, behavior, and ecosystem dynamics. Recent Articles Highlight: Studies on aerobic metabolism changes in coral groupers, coral reef pinnacle biodiversity drivers, and motorboat noise impacts on fish reproduction. Collaborations span global marine ecosystems, emphasizing applied conservation strategies.

• Environmental Art
• Ecology
• Sculpture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robyn Glade-Wright is a Researcher at James Cook University (JCU), specializing in environmental art and ecological studies. Her work intersects sculpture, public art, and creative methodologies to address pressing ecological issues like plastic pollution, coral bleaching, and biodiversity loss. She frequently collaborates with institutions like KickArts Contemporary Arts and has exhibited internationally through projects like the Disquiet touring exhibition and Plastic Gothic series. Her research explores the intersection of art and environmental ethics, with publications in Etropic: electronic journal of studies in the tropics and Creative Industries Journal . Notable projects include Exodus: coral bleaching and heat stress (2014) and Sam’s Visit to the Great Barrier Reef (2019), which engage public audiences in ecological discourse through immersive installations. Glade-Wright’s creative works often combine traditional sculptural techniques with modern material concerns, such as microplastics and synthetic polymers. She has also contributed to pedagogical frameworks for postgraduate creative arts research, emphasizing originality and methodological innovation in artistic scholarship.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Geochemistry
• Carbon Cycle
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Aron Stubbins is a Professor at Northeastern University, holding joint appointments in Marine and Environmental Sciences, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on environmental chemistry, biogeochemical cycles, and the impacts of plastics on ecosystems. He leads projects funded by the National Science Foundation, including studies on microplastics and their role in the carbon cycle. Education: PhD in Marine Biogeochemistry from Newcastle University (2002). Postdoctoral work at Old Dominion University followed by a faculty position at Skidaway Institute (UGA) before joining Northeastern in 2018. Research interests include the carbon cycle, plastic pollution, and climate change feedbacks. Notable projects investigate microplastic distribution in oceans, the fate of dissolved organic carbon from plastics, and the effects of black carbon in natural systems. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography. Grants and Advising: Principal Investigator on NSF grants totaling over $1.3 million. Mentors students in interdisciplinary projects, including PEAK Experiences award recipients. Labs: Affiliated with The Plastics Center and collaborates internationally on plastic pollution and carbon cycle research.

Sabine Matallana-Surgetمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Microbiology
• Molecular Microbiology
• Marine Microorganisms
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Sabine Matallana-Surget is an Associate Professor in Environmental and Molecular Microbiology at the University of Stirling's Faculty of Natural Sciences. She leads a multidisciplinary research group focused on microbial responses to environmental stresses, with expertise in proteomics, microbial ecology, and ecotoxicology. Her work integrates cutting-edge technologies like metaproteomics to study microbial communities in marine environments. Education: PhD (2005–2009): Joint Doctoral Degree (Cotutelle) between University Pierre et Marie Curie (France) and University of New South Wales (Australia) Master's (2005): Molecular and Cellular Biology, UPMC, Paris BSc (2003): Molecular and Cellular Biology, UPMC, Paris Her research explores how marine microorganisms respond to environmental stressors such as pollution and climate change. Current projects include leading an international consortium on plastic pollution in Southeast Asia (NERC-funded), investigating microbial biofilms on microplastics using metaproteomics. She has secured grants from NERC, EPSRC, the Royal Society, and others, fostering collaborations across 6 countries. Grants & Leadership: Leading NERC-funded project 'Sources, Impacts, and Solutions for Plastics in Southeast Asia Coastal Environments' (22 partners across 6 countries) Active in the South East Asia Plastics (SEAP) Programme Research Themes: Environmental microbiology, biotechnology applications, and ecological impacts of anthropogenic activities.

Amie Anastasiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Ecotoxicology
• Water Quality Assessment
• Microplastics Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amie Anastasi is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Course - Science, Environment and Agriculture at Central Queensland University's School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences. She is affiliated with the Coastal Marine Ecosystems Research Centre. Her research focuses on ecotoxicology, water quality, and microplastics, with emphasis on environmental risk assessment and pollution ecology. She holds a BSc in Chemistry, BBiomedical Science (Hons), and a PhD. Education: BSc Chemistry BBiomedical Science (Honors) PhD Her research interests span microplastics research, aquatic ecotoxicology, heavy metal contaminants, and biomonitoring. Current projects include studies on compostable plastics, dog fecal composting practices, and the Gladstone Harbour Report Card indicators. She supervises students in ecology, environmental management, and chemical sciences. Recent publications highlight advancements in microplastic trapping in seagrass meadows, electrochemical sensors for water quality, and household waste management strategies. Her work bridges environmental science with practical applications in policy and conservation. Dr. Anastasi coordinates units like Professional Placement/Project, Sustainability Issues, Australian Botany, and Animal/Plant Physiology. She has secured grants for environmental monitoring and collaborated on projects with industry and public sector partners. She leads the Coastal Marine Ecosystems Research Centre, focusing on seagrass ecosystems, mangrove sampling practices, and harbour health indicators. Her interdisciplinary approach addresses both ecological and societal challenges in environmental management.

Peter Robinsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physical Oceanography
• Coastal Dynamics
• Estuarine Modelling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Peter Robins is a Professor in Physical Oceanography at Bangor University's School of Ocean Sciences, where he has held roles since 2003. He earned his MSc in Physical Oceanography and Mathematics from Bangor University (2003) and a PhD in Modelling Internal Tides (2008). His research focuses on coastal dynamics, estuarine processes, climate change impacts, marine renewable energy, and water quality management. He has supervised numerous PhD students, including Thomas Clough (compound flooding), Aaron Furnish (estuarine modelling), and Megan O'Hara (marine population dynamics), while co-supervising projects on topics like microbial pathogen dynamics and elasmobranch conservation. Key research interests include larval dispersal, tidal energy resource assessment, and coastal flooding mitigation. He leads projects funded by DEFRA, NERC, and Welsh Water, addressing challenges such as pathogen risk in coastal waters and the socio-ecological impacts of climate change. His work spans interdisciplinary collaborations with policymakers, climate modellers, and conservation groups to ensure practical outcomes for coastal communities. Notable projects include the INVEST initiative on estuarine water quality, the SIARC shark conservation program, and BlueAdapt’s coastal pathogen adaptation studies. His grants total over £multi-million, addressing issues from maerl bed restoration to wastewater epidemiology. Peter actively engages in education through funded PhD opportunities and conference activities, emphasizing sustainable development goals (SDGs) like clean water and climate action.

Eckart Meiburgمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fluid Dynamics
• Transport Phenomena
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eckart Meiburg is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara. His research employs computational fluid dynamics (CFD), especially high-resolution direct numerical simulations, to investigate geophysical flows, multiphase systems, and particle-laden transport. Key focus areas include gravity/turbidity currents, sediment cohesion, double-diffusive instabilities, and stratified environmental flows, often validated through experimental collaborations. Research interests span: Fluid Dynamics & Transport : Turbidity currents, Hele-Shaw flows, internal bores. Multiphase Systems : Cohesive sediment flocculation, particle aggregation, granular collapses. Environmental Mechanics : Microplastic dispersion, hypersaline lake dynamics, biogenic turbulence. Advanced CFD : Machine learning-aided turbulence modeling, particle-resolved simulations. Recent publications (2020–2025) emphasize cohesive sediment transport, environmental particle dynamics, and stratified flows. Trends include granular rheology, turbulence-particle interactions, and physics-informed machine learning for fluid systems. No awards, grants, or student advisees are documented.

• Environmental Engineering
• Bioremediation
• Water Treatment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Susete Maria Martins Dias is an Associate Professor at the Department of Bioengineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (University of Lisbon). She is affiliated with CERENA (Energy and Environment Engineering Research Group). Her research focuses on biomolecular and bioprocess engineering, particularly in environmental remediation and sustainable resource management. Key research interests include phytoremediation of contaminated water and soil, constructed wetland systems for wastewater treatment, and the application of plant-based solutions to industrial pollution challenges. Her work integrates biochemical, proteomic, and engineering approaches to address issues such as microplastic degradation, heavy metal toxicity, and energy production from biomass waste. Publications highlight her contributions to understanding plant stress responses, biodegradation mechanisms, and innovative technologies for environmental sustainability. Collaborative projects involve interdisciplinary teams addressing global challenges in pollution control and renewable energy.

Stuart Cairnsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Environmental Science
• Geochemistry
• Water Remediation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Stuart Cairns is a Lecturer in Geography at Swansea University's School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics, part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on environmental remediation, particularly using biochar and carbonaceous sorbents to address water contamination from metals, microplastics, and nutrients. He holds a basic Welsh language proficiency and is available for postgraduate supervision. Teaching expertise includes physical geography, geographical skills, and data analysis modules such as EG-283 (Mechanical Deformation in Structural Materials), GE-007 (Foundation Physical and Environmental Geography), GEG100 (Geographical Skills), GEG277 (Geographical Methods and Data Analysis), and GEG278 (Dissertation Preparation Skills). His work integrates laboratory and field-based methodologies. Research interests span geochemistry, phytoremediation, hydrology, and thermal imaging applications. Key projects include the £211,929 grant-funded 'Remediation of plastic polluted water using biochar and steel industry waste' (2024–2027), collaborated with Dr Iain Robertson and Prof Peter Holliman. Recent publications emphasize biochar-amended solutions for mine water treatment and nanoplastic interactions. Dr Cairns actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations, presenting at conferences like IMWA 2022. His work bridges environmental science and engineering, prioritizing sustainable contaminant removal strategies using waste-derived materials.

Alethea Mountfordمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Ocean Circulation
• Marine Plastics
• Microplastics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alethea Mountford is a Research Fellow at Northumbria University's School of Natural and Environmental Sciences , specializing in ocean circulation and marine plastic pollution. She employs the NEMO ocean general circulation model to study climate change impacts on the Ross Sea and Ross Ice Shelf, alongside microplastic transport dynamics. Education PhD in Environmental Science and Physical Science (2016–2021), Plastic dispersion in the global ocean, Newcastle University MPhil in Marine Biology (2016–2018), Modelling three-dimensional plastic distribution, Newcastle University BSc (Hons) in Marine Biology and Oceanography (2013–2016), Newcastle University Her research spans two key areas: (1) ocean circulation modeling under future climate scenarios in polar regions, particularly the Ross Sea and its ice shelf; and (2) microplastic transport mechanisms through water columns, influenced by biofouling and sea ice dynamics in Arctic and Southern Oceans. Methodologies include Eulerian modeling and NEMO simulations. Recent work focuses on microplastic accumulation patterns and their interaction with sea ice, contributing to understanding marine pollution pathways. She also explores climate projections' effects on polar ocean currents and melt rates, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water).