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Professor Bing-Jie (Bruce) Ni is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and a full Professor at UNSW Sydney. He is an internationally recognised leader in environmental engineering, wastewater treatment, greenhouse-gas mitigation, microplastics fate, electrocatalysis and sustainable energy systems. Education PhD in Environmental Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei (2005–2009) Research Interests Professor Ni’s research integrates process engineering, microbial biotechnology, materials science and mathematical modelling to develop sustainable technologies for high-efficiency pollutant removal, minimal carbon footprint and maximal energy recovery from wastewater. He is a global pioneer in: Modelling and control of nitrous oxide (N₂O) and methane (CH₄) emissions from wastewater systems, Micro- and nano-plastics ecotoxicity and mitigation in anaerobic digestion, Transforming sewage sludge into high-value liquid bio-energy (medium-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols), Designing cost-effective electrocatalysts from natural minerals for green hydrogen production and wastewater electrolysis. Research Output & Impact Over the last decade he has published 2 research books, 30 book chapters and >400 refereed journal papers , including 35 in Environmental Science & Technology and 85 in Water Research . His work has influenced global policy: the IPCC adopted his nitrous-oxide-emission model in 2019 to revise national greenhouse-gas inventories for the first time in 13 years. Awards & Recognition ARC Future Fellowship & ARC DECRA Fellowship Clarivate Analytics Highly Cited Researcher (Web of Science) Royal Society of Chemistry Highly Cited Researcher (2020–present) Mendeley Data Top 2 % Cited Researchers worldwide Listed among “Australia’s Most Innovative Engineers” (Engineers Australia, 2018) 50+ additional awards including Scopus Young Researcher Award, South Australian Water Awards, UQ Research Excellence Awards, and Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Awards. Research Funding & Leadership He has secured ≈ AUD $10 million in competitive funding (six major ARC grants plus >20 government, university and industry projects). He serves as: Lead Guest Editor, Water Research Editorial Advisory Board, Environmental Science & Technology Associate Editor for Journal of Cleaner Production , Environmental Chemistry Letters , Environmental Research , Journal of Environmental Management Editorial Board member for five additional high-impact journals. Teaching & Supervision At UTS he teaches Renewable Energy Technologies , Environmental and Sanitation Engineering , Process Dynamics and Control , and Water and Wastewater Treatment . He is available to supervise Masters and PhD students in environmental biotechnology, process modelling and sustainable energy systems. Laboratory & Commercial Translation He heads active research teams at both UNSW and UTS and is the inventor of >10 granted patents , some of which are currently being commercialised to deliver real-world impacts in greenhouse-gas-neutral wastewater treatment and renewable energy production.

• Environmental engineering
• Wastewater treatment
• Greenhouse gas mitigation
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Professor Frederic Coulon holds the position of Professor of Environmental Chemistry and Microbiology at the Cranfield Water Science Institute, part of Cranfield University's School of Management. His work focuses on transdisciplinary environmental science, including soil and water chemistry, bioremediation, wastewater treatment, and risk assessment. He leads research on microbial interactions in engineered systems, biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons, and emerging contaminants. His professional interests span soil and water chemistry, fate of chemicals in environmental systems, hazardous waste site remediation, and policy-influencing research. Key collaborators include BBSRC, NERC, Defra, and the European Commission. He has advised on contaminated land management and developed solutions for pragmatic risk-based remediation strategies. Research activities include microbial adaptations in cold environments, environmental monitoring technologies, and anaerobic digestion optimization. Over 200 peer-reviewed articles highlight his contributions to environmental engineering and science, with a focus on bioremediation, bioaerosol risk assessment, and sustainable waste management. Current projects address challenges in low-carbon remediation, landfill mining, and antimicrobial resistance in agricultural environments. He supervises multiple PhD students and collaborates internationally on initiatives like the UK-India vWa project and the REGENERATIS program for metallurgical site regeneration.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Microbiology
• Water Science and Engineering
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Allen Burton is a Professor at the University of Michigan's School for Environment and Sustainability and Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences . He holds an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Roskilde (Denmark) and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry . His research spans global ecosystems, with Visiting Scientist roles in China, Denmark, Italy, New Zealand, and Portugal. Education: PhD in Environmental Science (Aquatic Toxicology), University of Texas at Dallas MS in Environmental Science, University of Texas at Dallas MS in Microbiology, Auburn University BS in Biology and Chemistry, Ouachita Baptist University Dr. Burton's research focuses on chemical bioavailability , stressor causality in aquatic systems , and ecological risk assessment . He develops innovative tools like the in situ Toxicity Identification Evaluation (iTIE) and DEEAR (Drifting Exposure and Effects Assessment Ring) for oil spill monitoring. His work addresses contaminants in freshwater/marine sediments, stormwater, and microplastics, with a strong interest in hyporheic zone dynamics and metal remediation . Key article trends include: Contaminant bioavailability in sediments Metal speciation and toxicity Microplastics as pollutant vectors Oil spill assessment technologies Groundwater-surface water interactions Multi-stressor impacts on ecosystems Scientific honors include: Honorary Doctorate, University of Roskilde Brage Golding Distinguished Professor of Research Fellow, Society of Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry Dr. Burton leads the Burton Lab , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to diagnose ecologically significant stressors in human-dominated ecosystems. His team investigates contaminants across urban, agricultural, and industrial landscapes, integrating chemical, biological, and hydrological data for ecosystem management.

• Environmental Toxicology
• Aquatic Contaminants
• Sediment Chemistry
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Dr. Uta Passow is a Professor and Canada Research Chair Tier 1 in Biological Oceanographic Processes at the Memorial University of Newfoundland . She leads the AEON Laboratory (Anthropogenic Effects on the Oceanography of Newfoundland) at the Ocean Sciences Centre, focusing on ocean-climate interactions and pollutant impacts. Specializes in Biological Carbon Pump dynamics under climate change Investigates oil spill and microplastic pollution mechanisms Conducts lab and field research in Labrador Sea and Gulf of Mexico Her lab AEON Laboratory explores: Marine snow aggregation and fragmentation Microplastic transport pathways Oil biodegradation in freshwater and marine ecosystems Scientific contributions include: Fellow of The Royal Society of Canada Lead researcher in Transforming Climate Action and Multi-Partner Research Initiative projects Collaborations with Nunatsiavut communities and Fisheries and Oceans Canada Recent publications address oil-marine snow interactions , microplastic sedimentation , and storm impacts on carbon flux . Her work informs ocean policy and spill response strategies.

• Biological Carbon Pump
• Climate Change Impact on Oceans
• Oil Spill Biodegradation
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Paul Lant is a Professor at the School of Chemical Engineering, University of Queensland. He served as Head of School (2009-2013), leading major teaching and research initiatives. His career includes founding Wastewater Futures Pty Ltd (20-year directorship) and extensive industry consultation, including expert witness roles. He co-founded the UQ Energy and Poverty Research Group (2014) and UQ R!SK (2015), focusing on hazardous industry risk management. Research interests span biodegradable plastics (17+ years leading UQ's PHA group), urban water-energy systems, and sustainable energy solutions for impoverished communities. His work integrates engineering with social science, policy, and business perspectives to address global sustainability challenges. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on polymer sustainability, urban resource management, and energy transitions. Recent articles emphasize bioplastic environmental behavior, water-energy nexus optimization, and socioeconomic dimensions of energy access. Scientific Awards & Honors: Fellow, Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Registered Professional Engineer Qld (RPEQ) Fellow, Australian Institute of Company Directors (1998-2019) National Teaching Awards for undergraduate/postgraduate education (2005, 2006) Supervised 50+ PhD students and secured >$21M in research funding, including 19 ARC projects. Led establishment of the Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation ($10M gift) and ARC ITCC for Bioplastics ($6.5M). Founded IWES, Australia's leading environmental short-course provider. Directs the PHA Research Group and co-leads interdisciplinary initiatives including UQ R!SK (risk management) and the Energy and Poverty Research Group. Maintains global industry partnerships with Veolia, Norske Skog, and others.

• Biopolymers
• Urban Water Systems
• Energy Poverty
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Dr. Marta Woźniak-Karczewska is an academic researcher at the Poznań University of Technology, Faculty of Chemical Technology, where she works in the Institute of Chemical Technology and Engineering, Department of Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry. She earned her doctoral degree in Chemical Sciences in 2020 with a thesis on microbial degradation of ritalinic acid and piracetam. Her educational background includes: Doctoral degree (2020) - Poznań University of Technology, Faculty of Chemical Technology, Chemical Sciences Master's degree (2013) - Poznań University of Technology, Chemical Technology, Organic Technology specialization Engineer degree (2013) - Poznań University of Technology, Chemical Technology Dr. Woźniak-Karczewska's research focuses on environmental biotechnology, particularly the effects of organic compounds on microorganisms and microbial communities. Her work examines pharmaceuticals and their metabolites, ionic liquid herbicides, surfactants, and hydrocarbons. She investigates microbial degradation pathways and identifies organic compounds of microbial origin. Her research has significant implications for bioremediation and environmental protection. Her publications over the past seven years demonstrate a strong focus on biodegradation mechanisms, with particular attention to pharmaceutical compounds, herbicides, and microplastic interactions. Her work spans environmental chemistry, microbiology, and chemical engineering, showing an evolving research trajectory toward understanding complex environmental contaminant interactions. Scientific recognition includes: National Agency for Academic Exchange Scholarship (2019-2020) at University of Technology Sydney Sciex Exchange Programme Scholarship at University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (2014-2015) Dr. Woźniak-Karczewska actively contributes to the academic community through teaching laboratory classes in organic compound identification and analysis, as well as calculation exercises in organic chemistry. She leads a group of young scientists in the Environmental Biotechnology section of the European Federation of Biotechnology and has served on the organizing committees of multiple scientific conferences. Her international collaborations include work with the University of Technology Sydney, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, and the Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences, demonstrating her commitment to global scientific cooperation.

• Environmental Microbiology
• Biodegradation
• Bioremediation
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Alexandra Kroll is a Researcher at the Ecotox Center (Eawag) since 2019, specializing in Environmental Risk Assessment and Ecotoxicology . Her work focuses on micropollutants, nanoparticles, microplastics, and pesticides in aquatic systems, with a particular emphasis on regulatory frameworks and chemical safety. PhD in Nanotoxicology (University Hospital Münster, 2006-2009) Postdoctoral research at Eawag (2010-2016) Her research interests span environmental risk assessment of pharmaceuticals, nanoparticle interactions with biofilms, microplastic effects on freshwater organisms, and pesticide regulation. Recent projects include evaluating UV-filters in Swiss lakes and deriving environmental quality standards. Key scientific contributions involve flow cytometry for biofilm analysis , pH-specific aquatic thresholds , and landscape-based ERA frameworks . She has been recognized with the SNSF Ambizione Fellowship (2010-2016) for her nanotoxicology research.

• Ecotoxicology
• Environmental Risk Assessment
• Nanotoxicology
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Professor Elif Pehlivanoğlu from Istanbul Technical University’s Faculty of Civil Engineering, Department of Environmental Engineering, is a leading scholar in water quality and micropollutant analysis. Holding a PhD from the University of California (1998), her career spans over two decades at ITU, transitioning from Research Assistant (1996-2006) to Professor since 2019. Academic timeline: Assistant Professor (2006-2013), Associate Professor (2013-2019), Professor (2019-present) Key projects include TUBITAK-funded research on antiviral drug toxicity in wastewater and micropollutant measurement in treatment plants Research Focus: Specializing in wastewater-borne pollutants, disinfection by-products, and emerging contaminants, she combines analytical chemistry (LC-MS/MS) with ecotoxicology studies involving microplastics and pharmaceuticals. Her work addresses climate impacts on water treatment and war-related environmental pollution. Awards: Scientific Copyright and Translation Work Award (TEÇEP) from TUBA (2015) Collaborations: Active in international environmental research networks, with recent partnerships in Turkey, Spain, and Iran. Leads projects on microplastics, pharmaceutical removal through ozonation, and pollution modeling in the Black Sea and Mediterranean regions.

• Water quality
• Micropollutants
• Disinfection by-products
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Alice Baynes is Senior Lecturer and Divisional Lead in Environmental Sciences at Brunel University London's Department of Life Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences. She serves on SETAC Europe's steering committee for Endocrine Disrupter Testing and Risk Assessment and co-founded Brunel's Centre for Pollution Research and Policy. Education: PhD in Environmental Toxicology (2010, Brunel University London); BSc Hons Marine Biology (2002, University of Hull) Her research focuses on endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in aquatic environments, particularly their impacts on fish and freshwater gastropod molluscs' development, reproduction, and immune systems. She challenges the assumption that molluscs use vertebrate-like sex steroids, advocating for improved EDC testing protocols. Recent publications explore antidepressant drug pollution, microplastics, and pharmaceutical removal techniques, with keywords spanning Environmental Toxicology , Aquatic Pollution , and Endocrine Disruption . Notable subfields include mollusc endocrinology, antidepressant effects on gastropods, and green chemistry applications. Scientific Awards: Fellow of Higher Education Academy (2018) NERC Studentship (as supervisor) Baynes supervises PhD students on topics like pharmaceutical impacts on molluscs and microplastic effects. She has secured grants from NERC, Defra, UKWIR, and European Commission projects, advancing regulatory frameworks for EDCs. Her outreach includes organizing SETAC Europe sessions and contributing to OECD/EU reports.

• Ecotoxicology
• Endocrine Disruption
• Aquatic Biology
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Dr. Yuan Yao is an Associate Professor of Industrial Ecology and Sustainable Systems at the Yale School of the Environment (YSE). Her research focuses on developing systems analysis tools to assess industrial systems' environmental and societal impacts, with current projects emphasizing the bioeconomy and sustainable production. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University and a B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering from Northeastern University (China), alongside an executive education in Management from Kellogg School of Management. Affiliations: Center for Industrial Ecology, Center for Green Chemistry & Green Engineering at Yale Roles: Associate Editor of Resources, Conservation & Recycling; collaborator with U.S. national labs, private companies, and non-profits Her research employs interdisciplinary methods combining industrial ecology, sustainable engineering, and machine learning. Key areas include carbon sequestration, circular economy strategies, and environmental impacts of emerging technologies like biodegradable materials and mass timber products. She has received the NSF CAREER Award and recognition as a '35 Under 35' leader in chemical engineering. Grants & Funding: NSF Early Career Development Award-driven projects; collaborations across multiple sectors Labs/Teams: The Yao Lab develops analytical models to link engineering systems with economic, environmental, and social impacts

• Industrial Ecology
• Sustainable Engineering
• Environmental Policy
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Professor Eugenia (Éva) Valsami-Jones is the Chair in Environmental Nanoscience and Director of FENAC at the University of Birmingham , affiliated with the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences . Her research focuses on nanoscale reactivity, interactions of nanoparticles with pollutants and biota, and biomineralisation processes, with pioneering work on nanomaterial labelling and biogenic apatite stability. Education: PhD (1990), University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne BSc in Geology (1986), University of Athens, Greece Research Areas: Environmental Nanoscience Nanotoxicology Biomineralisation Pollutant Mobility and Modelling Safety-by-Design in Nanotechnology Global Biogeochemistry Teaching: Course Director, MRes Biological and Environmental Nanoscience Lectures on pollutant mobility and nanotechnology safety Labs and Teams: Director of FENAC (Functional Nanomaterials and Advanced Characterisation) Member of the Birmingham Plastics Network (interdisciplinary team addressing global plastics challenges)

• Environmental Nanoscience
• Environmental Health Sciences
• Global Biogeochemistry
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Dr. Riccardo Massei is a Scientist and Co-PI at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ , Leipzig, since July 2023. He serves as a Data Steward in the NFDI4BIOIMAGE initiative for high-content screening (HCS) data management and metadata annotation in toxicology and ecotoxicology. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at UFZ's Department of Bioanalytical Ecotoxicology (2021–2023) and the Department of Veterinary Sciences at the University of Antwerp (2020–2021). Education: Doctoral degree in Natural Sciences (2018) from RWTH Aachen, focusing on pesticide mixtures and neuroactive chemicals in EU river basins. Research Expertise: Development of automated workflows for HCS data, metadata analysis, and FAIR-compliant image data storage using Python, KNIME, and Galaxy. His research spans ecotoxicology, computational biology, and environmental analytical chemistry , with over 30 publications since 2015. Recent work focuses on high-throughput effect-directed analysis, zebrafish embryo toxicity testing, and data-driven toxicology , particularly in the 2025_nanoINHALE and 2024_SafePol projects. Scientific achievements include the Young Scientist Award at SETAC 2016 and leadership in organizing sessions on "Fish model species in toxicology" since 2017. His publications cover topics like neurotoxicity of complex environmental mixtures biotransformation impacts on chemical toxicity automated behavioral assays for embryos sediment contamination analysis genotoxicity assessment in water systems Dr. Massei administers UFZ's OMERO instance and provides advisory services for research data management (RDM) concepts in toxicology.

• Ecotoxicology
• Toxicology
• Computational Biology
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Cornelia Kienle is a scientist at the Ecotox Centre, affiliated with Eawag and EPFL. She has been working in aquatic ecotoxicology since 2008, focusing on in vitro and in vivo bioassays for monitoring aquatic ecosystem health. University: Eawag Expertise: Aquatic ecotoxicology, bioassay development, wastewater treatment impact assessment Her research spans aquatic toxicology , environmental risk assessment , and biomonitoring . She specializes in evaluating chemical micropollutants, endocrine disruptors, and stressor interactions in freshwater systems using advanced bioassay batteries and biomarker analysis. Recent publications highlight her work on micropollutant elimination via ozonation, biological early warning systems , and molecular biomarker applications . She contributes to Swiss and EU water quality frameworks through test system design and multi-assay evaluation. Key project areas include: Effect-based water quality monitoring Post-treatment wastewater analysis Ecotoxicity of facade runoff Integrated stream water quality management

• Aquatic Ecotoxicology
• In Vitro and In Vivo Test Systems
• Biomonitoring
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Niels Iversen serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience at Aalborg University's Faculty of Engineering and Science, Denmark. His research addresses critical environmental challenges through interdisciplinary approaches spanning microbiology, chemistry, and engineering, with significant contributions to greenhouse gas mitigation and pollution control. His research portfolio emphasizes: Methane mitigation technologies using microbial and photochemical oxidation Ecotoxicity assessment and treatment of tire wear rubber/microplastics Microbial ecology in agricultural and aquatic systems Climate change adaptation strategies Recent publication trends reveal concentrated efforts on developing scalable methane reduction systems (e.g., Methane Scrubber projects) and advanced oxidation treatments for microplastic pollution, demonstrating translational research from laboratory to real-world environmental applications. Dr. Iversen leads multiple externally funded initiatives including the Novo Nordisk Foundation's Methane Mitigation Device (2023-2025) and Danish Offshore Technology Centre's Methane Scrubber II (2023-2024), with notable industry and governmental collaborations. His scholarly impact extends through 53 research outputs and frequent media engagement, including recent coverage of methane-reducing bacterial applications in agricultural waste management.

• Greenhouse Gases
• Climate Change
• Microbiology
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Peter Roslev is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and Science. He holds a PhD in Microbiology from the University of Maine (1994). His research focuses on environmental science, water treatment technologies, microbial processes, and ecotoxicology. Key areas include methane emission control, UV-based water purification, antimicrobial packaging, and pesticide impacts on wildlife. He leads projects like the Methane Scrubber and IN2AQUAS initiatives, aiming to address water quality, sustainable aquaculture, and environmental remediation. Education: PhD in Microbiology (University of Maine, 1994). Research Interests: Environmental toxicology, water treatment innovation (UV and membrane technologies), microbial ecology, and mitigation of pollutants in aquatic ecosystems. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly clean water and climate action. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator for projects such as Methane Scrubber (2025), IN2AQUAS (2023–2027), and Development of Antimicrobial Films (2022–2025). Collaborates on EU-funded networks and Danish environmental initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in cross-disciplinary teams addressing water quality, microbial communities, and eco-toxicological assessments. Engages in national and international research networks, including the Danish Environment Agency.

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Toxicology
• Water Quality
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