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Ambuj Tewari is a Professor in the Department of Statistics and holds a courtesy appointment in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. His research focuses on theoretical foundations of machine learning, reinforcement learning, and optimization, with applications in chemistry, psychiatry, and healthcare. He has received prestigious awards including the IISA Early Career Award (2023), Sloan Research Fellowship (2017), and NSF CAREER Award (2015). Education: PhD in Computer Science (2007) from UC Berkeley, M.A. in Statistics (2005), and B.Tech. in Computer Science from IIT Kanpur (2002). Prior roles include postdoctoral fellowships at UT Austin and research positions at TTIC. Research interests emphasize rigorous analysis of AI/ML models, including reinforcement learning algorithms, high-dimensional statistics, and applications in chemistry (e.g., reaction prediction) and mental health (precision medicine interventions). Notable contributions include work on contextual bandits, conformal prediction, and federated learning in healthcare. His 150+ publications span top venues like NeurIPS, ICML, COLT, and journals such as Journal of Machine Learning Research . Current projects include AI-driven drug discovery, privacy-aware mHealth systems, and operator learning for PDEs. Key awards: Outstanding Paper Award (ALT 2025), First Place in DREAM Challenge (2024), IMS Fellowship (2022), Adobe/Facebook Research Awards (2020–2021). Teaching and service include leadership in the Michigan Institute for Data Science (MIDAS) and editorial roles at Journal of Machine Learning Research . Active in promoting AI ethics and privacy-by-design principles in healthcare technologies.

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Machine Learning (ML)
• Reinforcement Learning
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Randi Rotjan is a Research Professor and Senior Lecturer of Biology at Boston University, affiliated with the Marine Program within the College of Arts & Sciences. Her research focuses on marine ecosystem structuring, coral reef ecology, and deep-sea exploration. She investigates symbiosis, behavioral ecology, and conservation biology, with fieldwork in the Central Pacific, Caribbean, and New England. Her lab emphasizes marine protected areas (e.g., Phoenix Islands Protected Area in Kiribati and Southwater Caye Marine Reserve in Belize), coral physiology, and comparisons between urban coastal ecosystems and natural reefs. Rotjan holds a PhD in Biology from Tufts University (2007). Her work integrates field and lab experiments to study organismal physiology, including the temperate coral Astrangia poculata , microplastic pollution impacts, and deep-sea coral distributions. She collaborates internationally on initiatives like the NOAA CAPSTONE Expeditions, emphasizing equitable ocean exploration and capacity-building in Pacific small island states. Her research spans microplastic ingestion by corals, thermal tolerance in symbiotic organisms, and the ecological role of seamounts. Recent projects include assessing climate vulnerability in MPAs, advancing deep-sea exploration technologies, and addressing caregiving challenges in ocean science careers. Rotjan’s work highlights interdisciplinary approaches to marine conservation and climate resilience.

• Marine Ecology
• Coral Reef Biology
• Marine Conservation
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Lu Zhao is a Research Fellow at the Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). His research focuses on biodegradable materials, enzyme engineering, and sustainable material development. Key areas include mutagenesis studies of protein-based materials, biodegradation processes of gluten foams, and optimization of transaminase enzymes. He has contributed to advancements in sodium-ion battery anodes using hierarchical soot nanoparticles and has explored metabolic engineering in E. coli for chemical production. Zhao's work bridges biochemical synthesis and environmental applications, addressing challenges in sustainability and material science. Research Highlights: Development of superabsorbent protein materials through mutagenesis. Investigation of nanoplastics release risks from biodegradable polymers. Enhancing enzyme stability via ancestral sequence reconstruction. His recent studies emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining biochemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental science to solve complex material challenges.

• Biodegradable Materials
• Enzyme Engineering
• Sustainable Materials
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Dr. Chijioke Emenike is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant, Food, and Environmental Sciences at Dalhousie University's Faculty of Agriculture . His research focuses on environmental remediation, sustainable agriculture, and waste management. He leads the Extraction and Analytical Lab , exploring microbial bioremediation, microplastic degradation, and phytoremediation strategies. His work addresses global challenges such as soil contamination, microplastic pollution, and agricultural sustainability. Recent studies include optimizing bioaugmentation for metal-contaminated soils and evaluating pyroligneous acid effects on grapevines. He has contributed to policy discussions on Canadian oil sands waste management and African environmental degradation trends. Publications span topics like leachate toxicity, food protein recovery, and climate-smart land practices. His research emphasizes interdisciplinary solutions for ecological and agricultural systems, with a focus on developing countries' challenges.

• Environmental Remediation
• Agricultural Sustainability
• Waste Management
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Diogo Bolster is the Frank M. Freimann Professor of Hydrology and Henry Massman Department Chair in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences at the University of Notre Dame. His research focuses on environmental fluid flows, contaminant transport, and porous media applications spanning groundwater systems to atmospheric flows. Education includes a Ph.D. from UC San Diego, M.S. from UC San Diego, B.S. from University College Dublin, and postdoctoral work at Polytechnic University of Cataluna. Research explores flow and transport phenomena in heterogeneous environments with applications to sustainable water management and hazard mitigation. Work integrates theoretical modeling, laboratory experiments, and field studies to address challenges in hydrology and environmental engineering. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on pore-scale processes, coastal flooding, antibiotic resistance transport, and computational methods for environmental systems, reflecting interdisciplinary approaches to water-related challenges. Awards include the 2023 Polubarinova-Kochina Hydrologic Sciences Mid-Career Award from the American Geophysical Union for contributions to the field. Leads an active research group with multiple PhD students and postdocs, supported by NSF and other grants. Collaborations span institutions internationally and include field studies at Notre Dame's environmental facilities.

• Environmental fluid flows
• Contaminant transport
• Groundwater flows
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Arturo Keller is a Distinguished Professor at the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, University of California, Santa Barbara. He holds a joint appointment in Mechanical and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on water quality management, fate/transport of pollutants, and nanotechnology's environmental implications. He leads NSF and EPA-funded research centers addressing chemical lifecycle and nanomaterial risks. Education: PhD, MS (Civil Environmental Engineering), Stanford University BA (Chemistry), Cornell University Research Interests: Sustainable chemical use and emerging contaminants (nanoparticles, biochemicals) Watershed-scale management strategies (e.g., MTBE phase-out, Santa Clara River TMDL) Innovative technologies for pollution remediation (oil skimming, biochar production) Key Achievements: Recipient of the 2003 H. David Nahai Water Quality Award (Santa Clara River TMDL) Co-Director of the UC Center on Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology Developed award-winning water quality trading programs (Ohio River) Over 180 peer-reviewed publications and patented oil spill remediation technologies Awards: Agilent Thought Leadership Award (2020s) Bren School Distinguished Teaching Award (three times) 2015 U.S. Water Prize (Ohio River project) Advising & Grants: Advises PhD students in environmental microbiology, water quality, and bioremediation Leads NSF and EPA-funded research centers with over 120 researchers Recipient of Agilent equipment gifts (SP-ICP-MS and LC-MS/MS) Labs/Teams: Bren School Research Group (current PhD students: Soon Ye Floyd, Annette Hilton, Trace Martin) UC Center on Environmental Implications of Nanotechnology

• Water Quality Management
• Fate and Transport of Pollutants
• Nanotechnology Environmental Impacts
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Carolien Kroeze is a Professor and Rector Magnificus at Wageningen University & Research (WUR). She leads the implementation of the Academic Career Framework (ACF), a transformative system prioritizing flexibility, inclusivity, and team-based leadership over rigid quantitative metrics. Her work emphasizes cultural shifts in academia, balancing research, teaching, societal impact, and institutional service. Kroeze’s research focuses on environmental sustainability, water quality management, and nutrient pollution mitigation, with a global perspective on agricultural practices and climate change impacts. She advocates for interdisciplinary approaches to pollution control, integrating ecological knowledge with policy frameworks. Her academic contributions include pioneering studies on nutrient retention in lakes, antibiotic contamination in groundwater, and microplastic distribution in rivers. Collaborations span China, Europe, and tropical regions, addressing challenges like urbanization-driven pollution and wildfire risk adaptation. Kroeze’s leadership in WUR’s strategic initiatives ensures alignment with Sustainable Development Goals, promoting equitable solutions for environmental and societal challenges.

• Environmental Science
• Water Quality Management
• Agricultural Sustainability
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Dr. Julie Hope is a Lecturer in Marine Biology at the University of St Andrews' School of Biology and an affiliate of the Scottish Oceans Institute. Her research focuses on benthic ecosystems, microplastic pollution, and sediment dynamics. She leads projects such as the 'Impact of Microplastics Pollution' (Marine March Initiative, 2024–2025) and 'Benthic Responses to Extreme Weather Events' (Carnegie Trust, 2024–2025), and has secured grants including a BBSRC award (2023). Her work examines how microplastics affect coastal sediments, biofilm dynamics, and ecosystem function. She has supervised PhD students Tamara Darbar, Cathilyn McIntosh, and Michael Vail. Julie’s research integrates field and laboratory studies, addressing topics like biostabilization processes, hydro-climate impacts, and the ecological consequences of microplastic contamination. Key projects include analyzing microplastic distribution in estuaries, modeling bedform dynamics in mixed sediments, and exploring diatom biofilm engineering. Her contributions advance marine conservation, sedimentology, and climate change adaptation strategies.

• Marine Biology
• Microplastics Pollution
• Benthic Ecosystems
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Carmine Apollaro is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology, Ecology and Earth Sciences at the University of Calabria, specializing in Geochemistry and Volcanology. His research spans environmental geochemistry, hydrogeochemistry, geothermal systems, and the environmental impact of mining and asbestos. Educational Background: PhD in Earth Sciences, University of Calabria (2006) Degree in Geological Sciences with Honors, University of Calabria (2001) His primary research interests include water-rock interactions, characterization of thermal systems, geochemical analysis of rocks, soils, water, and plants, environmental impact of mining sites, geochemical mapping, atmospheric CO 2 consumption in weathering, membrane-based water treatment, geothermal potential, aquifer recharge, seawater intrusion, and the relationship between seismic activity and water chemistry. His work integrates field studies, laboratory analyses, and modeling approaches to address environmental challenges. His recent publications (2024–2025) demonstrate a strong trend in interdisciplinary environmental research, combining geochemistry with environmental engineering, public health, cultural heritage, and climate change. Key themes include pollution monitoring (arsenic, heavy metals, microplastics), sustainable water treatment technologies, urban environmental quality, and the geochemical assessment of natural and anthropogenic systems. He actively supervises research and leads projects, though specific student names are not listed. He serves as editor for five international journals and reviewer for over thirty, reflecting his significant academic engagement. He is involved in numerous national and international collaborations. Research Leadership: Scientific Manager of multiple research projects Manager, Chemio and Chemical-Environmental Laboratory Member, Geochemistry, Environmental Geochemistry and Volcanology Research Group Member, Mineralogy Research Group (asbestos and fibrous minerals)

• Geochemistry
• Volcanology
• Environmental Geochemistry
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Md. Abu Bakar Siddique serves as a Senior Scientific Officer at the Institute of National Analytical Research and Service (INARS), Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR), currently on study leave while pursuing his Ph.D. in Chemistry at Howard University. With over a decade of research experience, he has established himself as a leading environmental chemist in Bangladesh specializing in water quality analysis, heavy metal contamination, and sustainable remediation technologies. His educational credentials include a B.Sc. (Honors) in Chemistry (2009), M.S. in Inorganic Chemistry (2011) from the University of Chittagong, and an M.Phil. in Physical and Inorganic Chemistry (2018) from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). He received the Chittagong University Dean's Scholarship based on his undergraduate academic performance and maintains life memberships in the Bangladesh Chemical Society and Network of Instrument Technical Personnel and User Scientists of Bangladesh. Dr. Siddique's research spans analytical, environmental, and materials chemistry with particular focus on pressing environmental challenges in Bangladesh. His laboratory work combines traditional analytical techniques with computational approaches and machine learning to address water treatment, microplastics pollution, phytoremediation, and waste management issues. He has pioneered studies on heavy metal contamination in Bangladesh's coastal regions, river systems, and urban centers, with strong emphasis on human health implications. His extensive publication record reveals a clear trend toward interdisciplinary research that bridges environmental chemistry with data science and public health. Recent work increasingly incorporates machine learning models for pollution source identification and health risk assessment, reflecting his growing expertise in computational environmental analysis. Chittagong University Dean's Scholarship based on B.Sc. (Honors) result As a research supervisor, Dr. Siddique has jointly mentored over 30 M.S. thesis students from multiple Bangladeshi public universities. His laboratory at INARS maintains ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for water quality testing and conducts research using advanced instrumentation including Atomic Absorption Spectrometry. His current Ph.D. research at Howard University with Dr. Mirza Galib continues his focus on environmental analytical chemistry while expanding into new methodological approaches. The Inorganic Analytical Research Laboratory under his contribution has been instrumental in developing analytical protocols for environmental monitoring across Bangladesh. His work with the Bangladesh Accreditation Board as a technical assessor demonstrates his leadership in establishing national standards for analytical laboratories, further extending his impact beyond direct research contributions.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
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Irina Polovodova Asteman is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Marine Sciences, University of Gothenburg. Her research focuses on marine geology, biogeochemistry, and coastal ecosystem dynamics, with an emphasis on environmental changes and invasive species. She coordinates courses such as 'Introduction to Coastal Ecosystems' and 'Marine Micropaleontology.' Her research interests include benthic foraminifera, geochemical proxies in sediment archives, and environmental monitoring of coastal areas. She investigates topics like oxygen depletion, ocean acidification, pollution, and the spread of alien species in fjords and harbors. Recent articles highlight her work on oxygen proxies in fjords, the ecological impact of leisure boat harbors, and the application of eDNA and genetic methods in assessing environmental quality. Collaborations include studies on microplastic pollution and temperature effects on foraminifera physiology. Her contributions span multidisciplinary approaches, combining molecular biology, paleoceanography, and ecological modeling to address pressing marine environmental challenges.

• Marine Geology
• Biogeochemistry
• Oceanography
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Alvise Vianello is an Associate Professor at the Department of the Built Environment within the Faculty of Engineering and Science at Aalborg University. His primary affiliation is with the Urban Pollution Research Group and the Division of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He focuses on microplastic pollution, environmental engineering, and water quality assessment. Research interests include microplastic distribution in coastal waters, urban runoff management, and their impacts on ecosystems and human health. Active in developing analytical tools like the siMPle software for microplastic identification. Collaborates internationally, with recent work in Norway, Italy, and the Canary Islands. His research highlights the prevalence of microplastics in marine environments, including their migration patterns, interactions with organisms, and human exposure pathways. Key areas include tyre wear particles in urban runoff, microplastic accumulation in sediments, and their association with intestinal inflammation biomarkers. Recent studies emphasize the tripled microplastic deposition on seafloors over two decades and the health risks of airborne microplastics in indoor environments. His work has been covered in over 67 media outlets, underscoring societal relevance. Grants and collaborations involve environmental agencies and universities, with datasets contributing to open-source research tools. He leads the Urban Pollution Research Group, focusing on interdisciplinary solutions to anthropogenic pollution challenges.

• Microplastics
• Environmental Engineering
• Pollution Studies
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Professor Vladimir Strezov holds a faculty position in the School of Natural Sciences at Macquarie University, Australia, where he leads research through the Centre for Energy and Natural Resources Innovation and Transformation (CENRIT) and the Transforming Energy Markets Research Centre. With over 300 research outputs and an h-index of 60, his work focuses on translating academic research into industrial applications for sustainability. His research spans renewable energy systems, industrial ecology, and pollution control, with specialization in biomass pyrolysis, biochar production, and life cycle assessment. Current projects target waste upcycling (plastics and steelmaking slag), sustainable biofuel generation, and developing metrics for industrial sustainability. His fingerprint reveals deep expertise in carbon dioxide management, iron ore processing, and trace element analysis, reflecting interdisciplinary work bridging chemical engineering and environmental science. Recent publications demonstrate a strategic shift toward integrated waste-to-energy solutions and solar hybrid systems, with significant contributions to pollution risk assessment in global mining operations. The research consistently addresses practical industrial challenges while advancing theoretical frameworks in sustainable resource management. Key recognitions include: Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Australia Fellow of the Australian Institute of Energy Prof. Strezov manages 48 active and completed projects totaling over $$30$$ million in funding, including the ARC Research Hub for Computational Particle Technology and industry partnerships with Rio Tinto. His collaborative network spans $$15$$ countries, with recent focus on household dust composition studies and Siberian microplastic research. He directs CENRIT’s multi-disciplinary team of $$25+$$ researchers developing biomass conversion technologies and sustainability metrics, with current initiatives targeting municipal solid waste upcycling and steel industry slag valorization through ARENA-funded projects extending to 2030.

• Renewable Energy
• Sustainable Energy
• Industrial Ecology
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Sébastien Sauvé is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on environmental and analytical chemistry, particularly the evaluation of chemical and ecotoxicological risks associated with contaminants, including emerging pollutants, pharmaceuticals, endocrine disruptors, and cyanotoxins. He leads projects such as ATRAPP (Algal Blooms, Treatment, Risk Assessment, Prediction and Prevention Through Genomics), addressing cyanobacterial blooms and their impacts. He has contributed to studies on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in water, soils, and biosolids, emphasizing their environmental fate and human health risks. His work also includes methods for contaminant detection and mitigation, such as advanced oxidation and activated carbon treatments. Key roles include codirecting the book *L'économie circulaire, une transition incontournable* and advising on circular economy strategies. He is a member of the Royal Society of Canada (2024) and has collaborated with institutions like the Institut de l'environnement, du développement durable et de l'économie circulaire (IEDDEC). His research spans environmental chemistry, ecotoxicology, and public health, with a focus on freshwater ecosystems, urban effluent impacts, and the One Health framework. Notable projects include the Adopt a Lake initiative, leveraging citizen science to monitor cyanobacterial blooms. His interdisciplinary approach integrates analytical chemistry, toxicology, and environmental engineering to address global challenges such as microplastics, nanomaterials, and climate change impacts on water quality. Education: Doctorate in Chemistry (likely from Université de Montréal or similar institution, based on career trajectory). Grants/Funding: Supported by initiatives such as the ATRAPP project, strategic environmental research programs, and institutional grants. Labs/Teams: Heads the Environmental Analytical Chemistry laboratory at Université de Montréal, collaborating with institutions globally on contaminant research.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Ecotoxicology
• Water and Environmental Quality
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Dr. Kazem Zamanian is a Researcher at the Department of Soil Science, Leibniz University Hannover, affiliated with the Soil Chemistry Group. His work focuses on soil inorganic carbon dynamics, agroecosystem management, and the environmental implications of land-use changes. He holds a postdoctoral position and contributes to projects addressing soil carbon sequestration, pedogenesis, and climate change mitigation. His research interests include the dynamics of soil inorganic carbon (e.g., carbonate minerals), nitrogen and carbon cycling in agroecosystems, and the anthropogenic influence on soil development. He explores how human activities, such as fertilization and land-use changes, affect soil health and greenhouse gas emissions. Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding balanced fertilization strategies to protect soil carbon stocks, nitrogen-induced soil acidification impacts, and the role of biochar in enhancing soil organic carbon. His work integrates experimental and isotopic approaches, emphasizing field and laboratory studies. Zamanian collaborates on interdisciplinary projects related to soil chemistry and global environmental challenges. His research has been published in high-impact journals like Global Change Biology , Geoderma , and Soil Biology and Biochemistry . He actively engages with the scientific community through conferences and peer-reviewed contributions.

• Soil Chemistry
• Soil Carbon Dynamics
• Environmental Biogeochemistry
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