جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Muhammad Tauhidur Rahmanمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Urban and Environmental Sustainability
• Geographical Information Sciences
• Urban Remote Sensing
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Muhammad Tauhidur Rahman is an Associate Professor of Instruction in Geospatial Information Sciences at The University of Texas at Dallas, serving as Director of Graduate Studies. He holds affiliations with the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Geography from The University of Oklahoma (2010), an M.S. in Geography from Texas State University (2004), and a B.A. in Geography with Honors from The University of Texas at Austin (2002). Rahman’s research focuses on urban and environmental sustainability, geospatial technologies, human-environment interactions, land-use changes, and environmental hazards in regions like the Middle East and South Asia. He employs advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and remote sensing to address water resource management, urbanization impacts, and disaster vulnerability. Notable projects include groundwater potential mapping in Bangladesh and flood hazard analysis in Yemen. His publications (2023–2025) highlight interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability challenges, integrating GIS, machine learning, and policy analysis. He has secured grants totaling over $3 million for projects on urban resilience, water management, and environmental monitoring in Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh. Rahman serves on editorial boards for journals like Remote Sensing and Water , and guest-edits special issues on smart cities and geospatial technologies. He advises graduate students on topics ranging from UAV-based environmental monitoring to carbon sequestration in Chinese cities. His work emphasizes bridging geospatial science with societal needs, particularly in developing regions.

Lester Huntمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Economics
• Energy Policy
• Econometrics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Lester Hunt is a Professor of Economics at the University of Portsmouth, affiliated with the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Economics with Econometrics from Loughborough University, an MA from the University of Essex, and a PhD in Economics from the University of Surrey. His research focuses on energy economics, energy policy, and econometrics, with a particular emphasis on Saudi Arabia and Gulf Cooperation Council countries. He has extensive experience in leadership roles, including Head of Economics at Portsmouth and Surrey, and has supervised over 20 PhD students. His career spans academia and industry, including roles at HM Treasury, Midlands Electricity, and KAPSARC in Saudi Arabia. Key research areas include energy demand modeling, climate policy, and renewable energy drivers. Recent work includes studies on CO₂ baselines, solar PV deployment, and environmental efficiency in OECD countries. He has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles and edited books, contributing to global energy policy discourse. Professor Hunt’s expertise is further highlighted through his editorial role at The Energy Journal and his involvement in initiatives like the Centre for Blue Governance. His research combines theoretical econometric models with practical policy analysis, addressing critical issues such as energy transition and sustainability.

Kristina L. Paxtonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Movement Ecology
• Avian Disease
• Conservation Genetics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kristina L. Paxton serves as a Quantitative Ecologist with the Hawai'i Cooperative Studies Unit at the University of Hawaii at Hilo, affiliated with the Biology Department in the College of Natural and Health Sciences. Her work focuses on Movement Ecology, Avian Disease, and Conservation Genetics, with particular emphasis on Hawaiian forest birds and ecosystem conservation. She teaches courses including Biostatistics, Introductory Biology, Quantitative Ecology, and Conservation Biology and Environmental Science Field and Laboratory Methods. Dr. Paxton's research integrates diverse statistical methodologies ranging from basic statistics to multivariate community analysis and spatial modeling to hierarchical Bayesian modeling. Her work addresses complex ecological questions critical for conservation initiatives throughout the Pacific Islands, with significant focus on native and invasive species interactions. She specializes in movement ecology of tropical birds, avian disease dynamics (particularly avian malaria), and conservation genetics of endangered Hawaiian species including honeycreepers and the 'Ōma'o. Her publication record demonstrates consistent research productivity with 43 publications generating over 9,756 reads and 1,490 citations. Recent work examines landscape configuration effects on bird movement, acoustic communication in fragmented habitats, and molecular responses to disease in vulnerable native species. She collaborates extensively with researchers at the Smithsonian Institution, U.S. Geological Survey, and other institutions focused on Pacific Island conservation. Current Position: Quantitative Ecologist, Hawai'i Cooperative Studies Unit Past Positions: Lecturer at UH Hilo (2013-2016), Postdoctoral Researcher at Smithsonian Institution (2015), Teaching and Research Assistant at University of Southern Mississippi (2006-2013) Research Affiliation: Patrick Hart's Lab Dr. Paxton's work has significant implications for conservation management of endangered Hawaiian species facing habitat loss, disease threats, and climate change impacts. Her research provides critical data for conservation planning and species recovery efforts across the Hawaiian archipelago.

Jean Thioulouseمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Statistical Methodology
• Ecological Data Analysis
• Microbial Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jean Thioulouse is a Senior Researcher at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), affiliated with the Laboratory of Biometrics and Evolutionary Biology (LBBE) in Lyon. His research focuses on statistical methodology in biology, particularly in microbial ecology, bacterial diversity, and aquatic macroinvertebrate studies. He is a leading developer of the ade4 R package for multivariate ecological data analysis, alongside adegraphics and ade4TkGUI . Thioulouse's work bridges statistical innovation with practical applications in environmental science and public health, including studies on water quality, bacterial colonization dynamics, and soil microbial community structure. His key contributions include methodological advancements in between-group PCA and the use of three-way analysis techniques like STATICO and COSTATIS. Publications span topics from Mediterranean aquatic ecosystems to clinical microbiology, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach. He maintains active research collaborations across Europe and North Africa, with a focus on ecological engineering and sustainable agricultural practices. Thioulouse’s research also extends to the development of reproducible research practices, with dedicated resources for data transparency and computational reproducibility. His work is disseminated through peer-reviewed journals, software packages, and international conferences.

Robert Andrew Janeمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Coastal Engineering
• Flood Risk Analysis
• Compound Flooding
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert Andrew Jane is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering at the University of Central Florida (UCF), with a secondary joint appointment at the National Center for Integrated Coastal Research. His office is located in Research I, Room 334. Education: Bachelor’s in Mathematics and Statistics, University of Plymouth, UK (2013) Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Plymouth (2018), in collaboration with HR Wallingford Research Interests: Dr. Jane specializes in coastal engineering , compound flooding , and flood risk analysis , leveraging multivariate statistics to model environmental hazards under climate change. His work supports water resource management by improving predictive capabilities for coastal flooding, sea level rise impacts, and joint occurrence of extreme events. He develops frameworks for probabilistic design of flood defenses and quantifies the lifespan of current infrastructure under future sea level rise. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2020–2023) focus on the statistical modeling of compound flooding , including interactions between coastal and inland flooding, rainfall and storm surge, and pollution with discharge. He frequently employs multivariate methods and hydrodynamic modeling to assess flood risk in coastal regions like Miami-Dade and the Suwannee River. His work appears in top journals such as Nature Climate Change and Water Resources Research . Scientific Awards: Advising and Grants: No information is available regarding student advising or grant funding. However, his active research output and collaborations suggest ongoing project involvement, likely supported by institutional or federal grants. Labs and Teams: Dr. Jane is affiliated with the CoRE Lab at UCF and collaborates with researchers at the National Center for Integrated Coastal Research. His work is highly collaborative, involving institutions across the U.S. and Europe, focusing on integrated coastal risk assessment and climate adaptation strategies.

• Pediatrics
• Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD)
• Environmental Epidemiology
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Vincent Jaddoe is a Full Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Erasmus MC, Faculty of Medicine, Netherlands. He is a leading researcher in early-life determinants of child and adult health, with a strong emphasis on environmental and epigenetic factors. His work is primarily based on the Generation R Study, a large prospective birth cohort. Research Interests: His research spans developmental origins of health and disease (DOHaD) , prenatal environmental exposures , epigenetics (especially DNA methylation) , childhood obesity , and cardiovascular risk programming . He investigates how factors such as chemical exposure (phthalates, bisphenols), noise pollution, and maternal stress affect offspring development. The recent articles show a consistent focus on environmental epidemiology and long-term pediatric outcomes . Themes include endocrine disruptors and reproductive health, noise exposure and stress biomarkers, and predictive modeling for obesity. His work is highly collaborative across Europe and published in top journals like Environmental Research and BMC Pediatrics . Scientific Awards and Recognition: Principal Investigator on an European Research Council (ERC)-funded grant on embryonic obesogenic environment and cardiovascular diseases Advising and Grants: He has supervised 42 research works, indicating a strong mentorship role. He leads major funded projects, including ERC-supported research, and contributes to large international consortia. His datasets are publicly shared, promoting open science. Labs and Teams: He is a key figure in the Generation R Study, a multidisciplinary team tracking child development from fetal life. His work involves close collaboration with epidemiologists, geneticists, endocrinologists, and public health scientists across Europe.

• Genetics
• Neuroimaging
• Brain Development
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Sander Lamballais Tessensohn is a Researcher in the Department of Clinical Genetics at Erasmus MC, a leading academic medical center in the Netherlands. His work bridges genetics, neuroscience, and population health, with a focus on understanding the genetic and environmental factors influencing brain development and psychiatric conditions. Institution: Erasmus MC Department: Clinical Genetics Role: Researcher His research interests include genetics, neuroimaging, brain development, cognitive reserve, and psychiatric disorders. He employs advanced genomic and imaging techniques to explore individual differences in brain structure and function, particularly in pediatric and general populations. The recent publications reveal a strong trend in integrating large-scale genetic data (e.g., polygenic scores, GWAS) with neuroimaging to uncover mechanisms underlying brain development, mental health, and disease risk. His work spans from psychiatric conditions like depression to broader public health issues such as artificial sweetener consumption and environmental exposures. He is actively involved in major international research consortia such as the CHARGE and ENIGMA consortia, indicating collaborative, high-impact research in genomic epidemiology and neuroimaging genetics. While no specific awards or mentoring activities are listed, his publications have been widely recognized, with mentions in news outlets and academic platforms like Mendeley and X (formerly Twitter), reflecting significant scholarly engagement. Dr. Lamballais Tessensohn contributes to interdisciplinary science by linking genetic variation with brain phenotypes and behavioral outcomes, advancing precision medicine and population neuroscience.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alina Plenis is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Gdańsk. Her research focuses on analytical methodologies for pharmaceutical and biomedical applications, including drug stability, biomarker detection, and environmental pollution analysis. She leads the research team 'VIII. Optimization of cancer management' within the university's institutional structure. Her career includes roles such as Associate Professor since 2014 and Doctorate awarded in 2004. Key research areas involve chromatographic and electrophoretic techniques applied to drug monitoring, herbal supplement analysis, and toxicological evaluations. She has published 276 peer-reviewed articles, holds 2 patents, and contributed to 2 promoted theses. Education: Doctorate (2004), Habilitation (unspecified) Affiliations: Member of POB 1_Team VIII cancer management initiative Labs/Teams: Analytical Chemistry Department lab facilities Recent work emphasizes pharmaceutical excipient compatibility studies using thermal and spectroscopic methods, as well as innovative sample preparation techniques like SPME and magnetic solid-phase extraction. Her research bridges fundamental analytical chemistry with clinical and environmental applications.

Martin Lindمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mathematical Analysis
• Number Theory
• Discrepancy Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martin Lind is an Assistant Professor of Mathematical Analysis at Karlstad University. His research focuses on advanced topics in mathematical analysis, including discrepancy theory, functions of bounded variation, approximation theory, and multiscale systems. He holds a PhD from Karlstad University (2013) and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of South Carolina (2014-2015). Education: PhD in Mathematics, Karlstad University, 2013 His work bridges pure and applied mathematics, addressing problems in number theory, functional analysis, and numerical methods. Key research themes include: Discrepancy estimates for pseudorandom sequences Properties of functions with bounded variation (p-variation, Lambda-variation) Nonlinear approximation methods using splines Analysis of multiscale elliptic-parabolic systems His recent publications (2020-2024) emphasize number-theoretic aspects of sequences and their applications in quasi-Monte Carlo methods. He collaborates actively on applied projects like pollution reduction modeling with photocatalytic materials. Notable contributions include: Developing variational characterizations of Sobolev spaces Establishing convergence rates for semidiscrete Galerkin schemes Exploring Fubini-type properties in multivariate analysis

Robert M. Kalinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Hydrogeology
• Groundwater Geochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert M. Kalin is a Professor of Environmental Engineering for Sustainability at the University of Strathclyde, specializing in Hydrogeology and Sustainable Development Goals. He holds fellowships from the Institution of Civil Engineers (FICE), Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC), and Geological Society of London (FGS). His career spans 30 years in environmental science and engineering, focusing on global sustainability agendas, particularly water resources management and environmental forensics. Education: PhD (1993), MSc (1987), BSc (1983) from the University of Arizona and SUNY Cortland. He has managed research programs exceeding £20M and currently leads the Climate Justice Fund: Water Futures Programme (2011–2030) in Malawi, supporting SDG6 implementation. Past roles include Head of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Strathclyde (2007–2011) and academic positions at Queen’s University Belfast (1994–2007). Research interests include transboundary groundwater management, hydrogeological science, and sustainable remediation of contaminated land. His work encompasses capacity-building projects in over 20 countries, including Malawi, Nigeria, Thailand, and across Africa and the Middle East. He is Course Director for the world’s only Distance Learning MSc in Hydrogeology, funded by the Commonwealth Scholarships Committee. Key awards include the Strathclyde Medal (2018) and recognition as a Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv). His expertise spans environmental forensics, water diplomacy, and policy integration, with a focus on bridging transdisciplinary gaps in environmental governance, law, and economics.

Zoltán Illésمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Policy
• Sustainability
• Circular Economy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Zoltán Illés is an Associate Professor at the Department of Environmental Sciences and Policy at the Central European University (CEU). He previously served as Hungary's State Minister of Environmental Protection, Nature Conservation, and Water Management, and represented Hungary in Parliament for three terms, chairing the Committee on Sustainability and Environment. His policy experience includes roles at the European Economic and Social Committee, the World Bank, and the Hungarian Institute for Environmental Management. Dr. Illés has held academic positions at institutions such as Yale University (Post-Doctoral Associate), Gödöllõ University (Adjunct Professor), and the University of Horticulture and Food Industry in Budapest. He is a Fulbright Scholar and Humphrey Fellow, reflecting his commitment to international collaboration. Dr. Illés' research focuses on environmental policy, sustainability, circular economy, and the integration of digitalization and AI into environmental science. His work bridges academia and policy, addressing challenges like renewable energy development in Hungary and industrial chemical regulation comparisons between the EU and the U.S. He has directed the Hungarian Environmental Management Training Centre and contributed to influential publications, including a chapter in Chemical Risk Governance . His academic career includes teaching at institutions like Duke University and the University of North Carolina, emphasizing environmental management and policy. Despite retiring in 2026, he remains active in shaping environmental stewardship through research and advisory roles. Key honors include his Fulbright and Humphrey Fellowships, underscoring his global academic impact. Dr. Illés has advised on environmental policies for the EU Ambassador in Hungary and collaborated internationally on projects like renewable energy regional planning. His research spans analytical chemistry, enzyme kinetics, and environmental contaminants, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise. While he can no longer take on new PhD students, his legacy includes mentoring future environmental leaders and advancing sustainable practices globally.

Shanshan Dingمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Dimension reduction
• High dimensional data analysis
• Multivariate analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Shanshan Ding is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Economics and Statistics at the University of Delaware, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. Her research focuses on advanced statistical methodologies including dimension reduction, envelope models, and multivariate analysis for high-dimensional data. Education: Ph.D., Statistics, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis (2014) M.S., Applied and Computational Mathematics, University of Minnesota, Duluth (2008) M.S., Finance, Peking University (2004) B.S., Applied Mathematics, Nankai University (2002) Her work spans applications in econometrics, health, and environmental science, with a particular emphasis on developing and applying innovative statistical models to complex datasets. Key publication trends include envelope models (2018), matrix variate regression (2018), tensor sliced inverse regression (2015), and dimension folding techniques (2014). Her research frequently addresses challenges in high-dimensional data analysis and multivariate statistical methods. She currently teaches STAT 617-010 – Multivariate Methods and has mentored students including Wang, L. and Jain, Y. on cutting-edge statistical projects.

• Machine Learning
• Applied Mathematics
• Nonlinear Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mariya Ishteva is an Associate Professor at the KU Leuven , affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering Technology and the Department of Computer Science . Her work bridges applied mathematics, machine learning, and industrial sustainability. Leading projects in tensor methods , neural network compression , and nonlinear system identification Developing thermochemical data-driven control systems for Waste-to-Energy processes Contributing to decoupling multivariate functions in signal processing and control theory Her recent publications focus on integrating tensor networks with machine learning for industrial combustion optimization and multivariate function analysis. She collaborates extensively with engineering teams in sustainable energy systems and process control . She teaches courses in Big Data Analysis , Mathematical Modeling , and Applied Mathematics , contributing to educational programs at the Geel Campus.

• Environmental Archaeology
• Geomorphology
• Limnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Monika Rzodkiewicz is a Professor at the University of Lodz and affiliated with the University of Gdańsk , specializing in the Department of Geomorphology within the Faculty of Geographical Sciences . Her research spans environmental archaeology, geomorphology, and limnology, focusing on landscape evolution, human-environment interactions, and aquatic ecosystem dynamics. Primary Affiliation: University of Lodz Secondary Affiliation: University of Gdańsk Key Research Areas: Environmental Archaeology, Geomorphology, Limnology Her recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding Holocene landscape changes, eutrophication controls in lakes, and long-term human impacts on wetlands. She collaborates with researchers in the Past Landscape Dynamics Laboratory and Biogeochemistry Research Group , contributing to geoarchaeological methodologies and freshwater monitoring frameworks. Notable Trends: Human-environment relations over 13,000 years Lake trophic state modeling Geoarchaeological fieldwork in Thessaly and East European Plain

Michał Piórekمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Dynamical systems
• Machine learning
• Geospatial data analysis
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Michał Piórek is a researcher in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology , Wrocław University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on dynamical systems , machine learning , and geospatial data analysis , with applications in urban planning, biomechanics, and nonlinear time series modeling. His work spans multiple domains including: Development of machine learning surrogate models for urban noise prediction Quaternion-based clustering frameworks PCA modifications for geospatial time series Chaos analysis in nonlinear systems Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of his research in environmental science and human motion analysis. Contact: michal.piorek@pwr.edu.pl