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Huili Chenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Flood Risk Assessment
• Disaster Impact Modelling
• Satellite Observations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Huili Chen is a Senior Lecturer in Water Engineering at Loughborough University. Her research focuses on developing innovative methodologies using satellite observations and high-performance modelling tools to assess disaster impacts and risks, particularly in data-sparse regions. She specializes in flood risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and hydrodynamic modelling. Her work emphasizes safeguarding vulnerable populations in disaster-prone areas through advanced data analytics. Education: BEng, MSc, PhD Research Interests: Flood risk assessment, disaster impact modelling, satellite data integration, climate resilience strategies Dr. Chen leads and collaborates on projects such as the UNESCO Chair in Informatics and Multi-hazard Risk Reduction, the SPIRIT initiative for flood modelling standardization, and the FLASH project for hazard assessment in Bhutan. She has pioneered techniques like the High-Performance Integrated Hydrodynamic Modelling System (HiPIMS) and GIS-based DEM correction methods to enhance flood simulation accuracy. Her research also addresses agricultural flood damage, pluvial flood nowcasting, and glacial lake outburst flood impacts using open-source data. Her advisory and grant activities include roles as Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Investigator (CoI) on multiple grants from NERC, EPSRC, and the Royal Society. She has managed projects totaling over £multi-million, demonstrating leadership in interdisciplinary environmental engineering solutions. Dr. Chen’s work contributes to global initiatives like the UNESCO Chair program and the SHEAR-funded WeACT project, advancing flood hazard assessment and forecasting systems for vulnerable regions. Her research bridges computational modelling, environmental science, and policy to promote sustainable resilience strategies.

Evangelos I. Kaisarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Logistics and Transportation System Design
• Transportation System Security and Efficiency
• Traffic Modeling, Simulation and Safety
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Evangelos I. Kaisar is a Professor and Department Chair of the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatics Engineering at Florida Atlantic University . He also serves as the Executive Director of the Freight Mobility Research Institute (FMRI) and Multimodal Intelligent Transportation Systems Laboratory (MITSL) . His academic and research leadership includes mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, securing substantial federal and state funding, and advancing transportation resilience and logistics through applied research. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Maryland at College Park M.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Maryland at College Park B.S. in Civil Engineering, University of Maryland at College Park Research Interests: Dr. Kaisar specializes in logistics and transportation system design , with a focus on transportation security and efficiency , traffic modeling, simulation, and safety , and freight logistics . His work integrates engineering principles with disaster risk reduction and public health considerations, addressing challenges in emergency preparedness and infrastructure resilience. Recent Publications Trends: His 2016 publications highlight critical aspects of transportation resilience, including reliability-based recovery center placement and the impact of infectious disease outbreaks on urban traffic systems. These studies emphasize data-driven approaches, emergency response optimization, and interdisciplinary applications to mitigate risks in freight and urban mobility. Grants and Funding: Dr. Kaisar has secured over $13.6 million in career research funding , including a USDOT Tier 1 University Transportation Center grant for FMRI ($10.5 million, 2016-2022). His portfolio includes projects on transit signal priority, port resiliency, and multi-hazard mitigation planning, supported by agencies like FDOT, DHS, FEMA, and the Federal Transit Administration. Labs and Research Sites: As Executive Director of FMRI and MITSL , Dr. Kaisar leads research initiatives in freight mobility, intelligent transportation systems, and disaster-resilient infrastructure. These labs serve as hubs for simulation modeling, logistics analysis, and applied innovation in urban and intermodal transportation. Advising and Mentorship: He has chaired 32 M.S. and 2 Ph.D. theses at FAU, with 26 M.S. graduates and 6 ongoing students. Dr. Kaisar has also supervised 16 students on thesis/dissertation committees, 5 in directed research, and 25 undergraduate volunteers. His international mentorship includes 10 students from institutions in the Netherlands, India, Brazil, and Chile.

• Behavioral Economics
• Microeconomic Theory
• Game Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lukas Bolte is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Economics within the Tilburg School of Economics and Management at Tilburg University. His research focuses on Behavioral Economics and Microeconomic Theory , with particular emphasis on: Behavioral decision-making in complex environments Interaction of multiple strategic games Emotional regulation and attention allocation Mislearning in economic contexts Contract theory under moral hazard Referral networks in labor markets The article collection reveals trends in: Behavioral game theory applications Psychological mechanisms affecting economic decisions Organizational design challenges Contractual solutions to incentive problems Labor market inequality analysis Cognitive bias modeling

Karl Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disaster Management
• Risk Assessment
• Transportation Safety
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Karl Kim holds a faculty position in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa. He also holds appointments in the Center for Korean Studies and the School of Architecture. His research focuses on disaster risk reduction, resilience planning, transportation safety, and environmental management. Dr. Kim has secured over $67 million in research and training grants from federal, state, and international agencies. He received his Ph.D. in Urban Studies and Planning from MIT and an A.B. in Demography from Brown University, where he was awarded the Samuel C. Lamport Prize in Economics and Sociology. His work includes leadership roles such as Editor-in-Chief of Transportation Research: Interdisciplinary Perspectives and former Editor-in-Chief of Accident Analysis & Prevention . Key research interests include disaster management strategies, community resilience, and transportation infrastructure resilience. His recent articles explore island supply chain resilience, ASEAN urban disaster risks, and volcanic disruption impacts on infrastructure. He has developed training programs like the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center funded by FEMA. Dr. Kim’s awards include the BBC Media Action Award for “Tsunami Preparedness” and the PriMO Leadership Award. He has served as Chairman of the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium and on committees of the Transportation Research Board. Current projects include the HI-DRAW Project evaluating disaster recovery efforts and Building Resilience Through Training for Indonesia.

Bo Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cancer
• Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bo Wang is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto's Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology, with a joint appointment in the Department of Computer Science. He holds the Canada CIFAR Artificial Intelligence Chair and serves as Chief Artificial Intelligence Scientist at the University Health Network (UHN). Previously, he was affiliated with the Department of Medical Biophysics and Surgery. Dr. Wang leads the Temerty Centre for AI Research and Education in Medicine (T-CAIREM), focusing on integrating AI into biomedical research and education. He earned his PhD in Computer Science from Stanford University in 2017, specializing in computational biology, cancer subtype prediction, and single-cell analysis. His research interests bridge artificial intelligence, genetics, and healthcare, with a focus on causal inference, machine learning applications in biomedicine, and genomic data analysis. He has pioneered courses like Basic Principles of Machine Learning in Biomedical Research alongside Dr. Rahul G. Krishnan. His work includes developing algorithms for high-dimensional variable selection and instrumental variable methods in causal analysis. Dr. Wang's publications emphasize causal mediation analysis, genetic risk scoring, and longitudinal health outcomes. Notable contributions include studies on vaccine efficacy against long-COVID, schizophrenia treatment efficacy, and Alzheimer’s disease biomarker modeling. Awards include the Canada CIFAR AI Chair (Vector Institute). His research is supported by collaborations with leading institutions and spans computational biology, healthcare analytics, and precision medicine.

• Natural Hazards
• Wildfire Risk Management
• Landslide Susceptibility
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sven Fuchs is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, specializing in Alpine Natural Hazards and Geography. His research focuses on wildfire vulnerability, landslide susceptibility, climate change impacts, and geothermal energy systems. Institution: University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna Department: Geography His recent publications address multi-hazard assessments, institutional capacity in disaster resilience, and innovative frameworks for wildfire risk management. Projects like FIREPRIME and REVEAL highlight his contributions to European wildfire preparedness. Fuchs has developed tools for heat flow analysis and maintains the Global Heat Flow Database, advancing thermal geophysics research. His work spans both technical hazard modeling and socio-political dimensions of disaster risk governance. Key collaborations include field data collection in Georgia, Austria, and Germany, with applications in urban geothermal energy and flood risk communication strategies.

Harald Vacikمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Silviculture
• Forest Ecology
• Decision Support Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Harald Vacik is affiliated with the Institute of Silviculture at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna . His research focuses on silvicultural planning , decision support systems , forest fire risk assessment , and climate change impacts on forests . He also emphasizes ecosystem service valuation and ICT applications in forestry education . His recent work involves integrated fire danger assessment systems and adaptive forest management . Key projects include EU-funded initiatives like Forest Fire Warning Systems and ecosystem service evaluations. He has received scientific recognition, including the 2010 BOKU 120th Anniversary Award and 2001 Special Teaching Performance Bonus . Notable collaborations span institutions in Prague , Joensuu , and Kyrgyzstan , with grants from the European Union , FFG , and national ministries . His media contributions address public forest fire awareness , particularly in Austria.

Hưng Nguyễnمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Paleoclimatology
• Hydrology
• Dendrochronology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hưng Nguyễn is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth Science & Environmental Change at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on the interplay between the water cycle and human societies, using paleoclimate proxies (e.g., tree rings) and climate models to study historical and future hydrological changes. He collaborates with historians and archaeologists to understand societal adaptations to environmental shifts, aiming to inform climate resilience strategies. Education: PhD in Urban Design & Planning, Singapore University of Technology and Design (201x) MS in Water Management, Delft University of Technology (201x) MS in Environmental Engineering, National University of Singapore (201x) BEng in Environmental Engineering (joint program), National University of Singapore and University of Melbourne (201x) Research Interests: Dendrochronology, paleohydrology, climate-water nexus, and societal adaptation. His work bridges natural and social sciences to address climate change challenges. Recent studies include drought reconstructions in Asia, monsoon dynamics, and ENSO impacts on water resources. Grants: Recipient of an NSF grant for paleostreamflow reconstruction in Southeast Asia. His research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to hydrological modeling and climate risk assessment. Publications: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Science Advances , Geophysical Research Letters , and Water Resources Research . Recent work highlights include analysis of the 2022 Po River drought and long-term hydrological trends in monsoon Asia.

João P. Honradoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ecosystem Change
• Landscape Ecology
• Socio-Ecological Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

João P. Honrado is an Assistant Professor of Ecology, Biodiversity, and Natural Resources at the University of Porto's Faculty of Sciences, affiliated with the Research Centre in Biodiversity and Genetic Resources (CIBIO-InBIO). He holds a PhD in vegetation science from the University of Porto. His research focuses on ecosystem and landscape change, employing socio-ecological frameworks to study processes like climate change, biological invasions, land use shifts, and wildfire dynamics. Key themes include ecosystem resilience, vulnerability assessment, and the integration of principles from vegetation and landscape ecology. He aims to improve conservation strategies, spatial planning, and land use under global change by linking landscape processes to ecosystem services. Research interests emphasize multi-dimensional assessments of disturbance impacts (e.g., wildfires) using remote sensing, socio-ecological modeling, and citizen science. His work bridges theoretical and applied ecology, addressing challenges such as invasive species management, post-fire recovery, and biodiversity conservation. He collaborates with international teams on projects like the ECOCHANGE and INVASIONS research groups, contributing to peer-reviewed journals in ecology and remote sensing. Key contributions include frameworks for wildfire severity assessment via satellite-derived ecosystem functioning attributes and dynamic models for invasive plant control. His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, combining field data with computational models to guide policy and management. Despite no explicit mention of awards, his work reflects recognition in ecological research circles. Advising and grants are not detailed in provided texts, but his involvement in multi-institutional projects suggests active mentorship roles. His lab affiliations include CIBIO-InBIO and collaborations with institutions like Stellenbosch University (South Africa) and the University of Granada (Spain).

Timothy Tiggelovenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Multi-Hazard Risk Management
• Flood Risk Assessment
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Timothy Tiggeloven is a Researcher at the Institute for Environmental Studies (IVM) within the Faculty of Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in Water & Climate Risk since 2017. His postdoctoral research, funded by the MYRIAD-EU project, focuses on multi-hazard risk management and social vulnerability, aiming to enhance disaster resilience. He holds a PhD (2022), MSc (2017), and BSc (2015) in Earth Science & Economics from VU Amsterdam. PhD: Coastal Flood Risk and Nature-Based Solutions MSc: Hydrology BSc: Earth Science & Economics Research interests include climate change adaptation, flood risk assessment, and the integration of nature-based solutions. His work addresses coastal flood mitigation, multi-hazard dynamics, and vulnerable communities' resilience. Notable projects include analyzing global flood risk reduction through vegetation conservation and leveraging AI for multi-risk assessment in Europe. Key articles explore inclusive disaster risk reduction for marginalized groups, storm surge predictions using neural networks, and mangrove conservation's role in coastal protection. His contributions to datasets like Climate Risk STAC advance geospatial data for climate risk assessments. Funded by MYRIAD-EU, his research bridges policy and science to address complex climate hazards. He collaborates on global hazard datasets (MYRIAD-HES) and teaches 'Measuring Techniques in Hydrology.'

Loizos Pelecanosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computational Mechanics
• Earthquake Engineering
• Soil-Structure Interaction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Loizos Pelecanos is a Lecturer in Civil Engineering at the University of Bath, with expertise in Computational Mechanics, Earthquake Engineering, and Soil-Structure Interaction. He holds a PhD from Imperial College London and has conducted post-doctoral research at the University of Cambridge. His work focuses on sustainable infrastructure, embodied carbon optimization, and structural health monitoring using fibre-optic sensing. He leads projects on minimizing carbon emissions in construction and enhancing the resilience of civil structures against dynamic loads. Educations: PhD in Computational Earthquake Engineering, Imperial College London (2013) MEng in Civil Engineering, Imperial College London (2009) Research Interests: Computational Mechanics & Finite Element Analysis Offshore Wind Turbine Dynamics Geotechnical Engineering & Soil-Pile Interaction Sustainable Construction Materials Structural Health Monitoring via Distributed Fibre-Optic Sensing His recent work emphasizes reducing environmental impact through optimized pile design and mitigating risks in underground and marine infrastructure. Grants & Projects: Minimising Embodied Carbon in Foundations (2025) Cable Corrosion in Long-Span Bridges (2024) AI for Net Zero Construction (2022) Labs & Teams: Collaborates with the Centre for Sustainable Energy Systems (SES) and the Foundry: Centre for Digital, Manufacturing & Design at the University of Bath. Active in fibre-optic monitoring of CERN tunnels and offshore wind turbine foundations.

• Political Geography
• Environmental Governance
• Natural Resource Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Julian Clark is a Professor (Reader) in Political Geography at the University of Birmingham. He holds a BA (Hons) from Oxford University, an MSc from Wye College, and a PhD from University College London. His research focuses on critical understandings of the state and governance of natural resources, particularly examining how states materialize through geographies of diplomacy and environmental governance. He has advised the UK House of Lords on EU legislation and the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology on precision farming. Clark’s work includes projects like the Leverhulme-funded 'Hidden Depths' addressing sand mining sustainability in India and Bangladesh, and EU-funded PyroLife on wildfire governance in Southern Europe. He has authored four monographs, including The Modalities of European Union Governance (Oxford UP) and The Spatialities of Europeanization (Routledge). His research spans 80 peer-reviewed articles and involves collaborations with institutions like the FAO, European University (Cyprus), and Università degli Studi di Torino. He has supervised 15 doctoral students and currently advises five PhD candidates. His grants include ESRC and NERC-DFID funding for studies on sand extraction in Northern Ireland and wildfire management frameworks.

• Climate Science
• Atmospheric Science
• Aviation Environmental Impact
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emma Klingaman is a Researcher at the University of Reading, specializing in the intersection of climate science and aviation. Her work focuses on quantifying the environmental impact of aviation emissions, particularly in relation to contrail formation, climate-optimized flight paths, and atmospheric chemistry. She has contributed to developing algorithms for predicting climate impacts of en-route emissions and assessing multi-criteria environmental performance of aircraft trajectories. Her research also addresses volcanic ash risk assessment for aviation safety and the implications of climate change on trans-Atlantic flight dynamics. Collaborations span international institutions, reflecting her role in advancing sustainable aviation practices through interdisciplinary approaches. Key contributions include the ACCF 1.0 submodel for climate impact prediction, frameworks for trade-offs between CO₂ emissions and contrails, and studies on North Atlantic weather patterns influencing flight routing. Despite her prolific publication record, no formal scientific awards or student advisement roles are listed in the provided materials. Her work bridges meteorological data analysis with policy-relevant climate mitigation strategies, emphasizing practical applications for air traffic management and environmental policy.

• Bayesian Statistics
• Environmental Science
• Climate Change
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Rougier is a Visiting Professor at Imperial College London's Faculty of Natural Sciences (Department of Mathematics) with an honorary appointment at the University of Bristol. He specializes in statistics, focusing on applications in environmental science, climate change, and geohazards. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing probabilistic modeling, uncertainty quantification, and decision-support systems for natural hazards. Education & Affiliations: Honorary staff at Imperial's Mathematics and Statistics departments. Collaborates with institutions on global geophysical and climate projects. Research Interests: Bayesian methods, spatio-temporal modeling, volcanic eruption prediction, climate change impacts, and risk assessment. His research addresses challenges in environmental data analysis, including unreliable historical records and complex simulation outputs. Articles Trends: Recent work focuses on volcanic hazard modeling (e.g., Aso volcano likelihoods), Antarctic ice mass evolution, and Kalman filter applications in environmental monitoring. Themes include uncertainty quantification, multi-scale computational methods, and interdisciplinary data integration. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees listed. Contributions include methodological advancements for climate projections and hazard analysis, supported by collaborative research networks. Labs/Teams: Engages in global initiatives like the VOLCORE database and Antarctic mass balance studies, emphasizing interdisciplinary teams for geophysical and environmental challenges.

Laura Boothمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Climate Risk
• Natural Hazards
• Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Laura Booth is a Lecturer at the Department of Environmental Systems Science, ETH Zurich. She coordinates major projects including the Climate Policy Group’s ESPREssO Project (H2020), the Sentinel Project’s energy modeling initiatives, and the Klima CH2025 Project on Swiss climate scenarios. Her research focuses on Climate Risk, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), and Climate Change Adaptation, with expertise in geoscience risk assessment, coastal management, and policy analysis. She teaches in ETH’s Risk Analysis & Management (Bachelor) and Quantitative Policy Analysis and Modeling (QPAM) (Master) programs. Key research contributions include synthesizing legal/policy approaches in DRR and CCA, developing stakeholder engagement frameworks, and evaluating scenario methodologies for disaster prevention. Projects emphasize synergies between Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction sectors across Europe. She also leads energy transition modeling and Swiss climate scenario updates through C2SM. Projects: ESPREssO: Building CCA-DRR synergies in EU Sentinel Project: Clean energy transition modeling Klima CH2025: Swiss climate scenarios update Teaching: Quantitative Policy Analysis and Modeling (Autumn 2025). Advising: Active in policy innovation and stakeholder collaboration across multi-national projects. Laura’s work bridges geoscience risk analysis with policy implementation, emphasizing actionable strategies for climate resilience and disaster preparedness.