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Laura Vilumaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Economics
• Applied Microeconomics
• Socioeconomic Health Disparities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laura Viluma is an Assistant Professor of Health Economics at the University of Groningen and a post-doctoral researcher at VU Amsterdam. She holds a PhD from the University of Groningen, an MSc in Health Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam, and a BSc in Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics in Riga. Her research focuses on applied health economics, examining how socioeconomic factors influence health outcomes and health insurance behaviors, with a particular emphasis on early-life conditions, mental health, and the economic determinants of healthcare utilization. Education: PhD in Health Economics, University of Groningen MSc in Health Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam BSc in Economics, Stockholm School of Economics in Riga Research Interests: Laura’s work bridges health economics and public policy, analyzing socioeconomic disparities in health, the long-term impacts of early-life adversity (e.g., economic shocks, environmental exposures), and the design of health insurance systems to mitigate moral hazard. She employs rigorous quantitative methods, including cohort studies and biobank data, to study topics such as maternal health, mental health under environmental stressors, and pandemic-related behavioral changes. Grants and Collaborations: Laura collaborates with institutions like the Lifelines Cohort Study and has contributed to projects examining the socioeconomic determinants of physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work frequently integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining economic theory with epidemiological data. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Economics, Econometrics & Finance — Management department at the University of Groningen and the VU Amsterdam research group.

• Environmental Law
• Climate Justice
• Climate Change
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gabriel López Porras is a Professor of Environmental Law at the Faculty of Zootechnics and Ecology of the Autonomous University of Chihuahua (Mexico). He holds a fellowship at the Montpellier Advanced Knowledge Institute on Transitions (January 2024–June 2024). His work bridges environmental law, Earth system science, and policy design to address climate change, dryland degradation, and sustainable water governance. Education: PhD in Sustainability from the University of Leeds (UK) Postdoc in Earth System Law at the University of Lincoln (UK) MA in Environmental Law and Public Policy (Mexico) Law Degree from Autonomous University of Chihuahua Research focuses on Climate Justice , Earth System Law , and Adaptive Governance , emphasizing legal frameworks for sustainability. His recent work explores transforming Mexican water law through Earth system science principles and addressing dryland resilience in sub-Saharan Africa. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges, including articles on arsenic contamination in water systems, legal paradigms for the Anthropocene, and stakeholder perceptions in greenspace management. He collaborates with the UN’s ‘Harmony with Nature’ program to advance global environmental governance. Collaborations include governments, NGOs, and academic institutions to mitigate ecological risks and promote equitable policies. His work bridges legal scholarship with actionable solutions for climate justice and ecological preservation.

• Disaster Management
• Structural Engineering
• Seismic Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Çağlar Akkaya is an Associate Professor at the Disaster Management Institute of Istanbul Technical University , focusing on seismic risk assessment, disaster management, and earthquake resilience. Their work bridges structural engineering with urban planning, addressing housing affordability post-disasters and impact chain analysis. Research Themes : Seismic risk modeling in megacities, remote sensing for damage assessment, post-earthquake housing affordability, and systemic effect analysis. Recent Projects : Leading a 2024-2027 TUBITAK-funded project on multi-scale recycling techniques for concrete waste after earthquakes. Collaborations : Frequently collaborates with institutions like Springer Science and researchers such as Kundak, Arslanlı, and Asıcı on disaster preparedness and urban resilience. Key publications highlight Istanbul's seismic vulnerabilities, the 2023 Türkiye earthquakes' economic impacts, and advancements in earthquake-resistant construction. Current research emphasizes integrating field and remote sensing data for rapid post-disaster assessments.

• Flood Risk Management
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Urban Heat Islands
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas Thaler is a Senior Scientist at the Institute of Landscape Planning at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He completed his Habilitation in Spatial Research and Spatial Governance in 2024 and has been actively involved in research on flood risk management, climate change adaptation, and urban heat islands. His work bridges environmental science, spatial planning, and social justice considerations. Thaler earned his Doctorate from Middlesex University, London (2011-2015), with additional academic background from the University of Vienna and Vienna University of Economics and Business. His educational journey includes a Postgraduate Certification in Social Science Research Methods from Middlesex University (2011) and an Erasmus stay at the University of Groningen (2008). His research focuses on the intersection of environmental risk management and social equity, with particular emphasis on flood risk governance, urban heat vulnerability, and nature-based solutions. Thaler examines how spatial planning can address climate challenges while ensuring social justice, investigating topics like green gentrification, implementation gaps in adaptation policies, and the role of vulnerable populations in risk management systems. His work often employs mixed-methods approaches combining spatial analysis with social science perspectives to understand how communities experience and respond to environmental risks. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward examining justice dimensions in climate adaptation, with increasing focus on implementation challenges of nature-based solutions, particularly regarding social equity outcomes in urban settings. The research spans both theoretical frameworks (like the Strategy Shock Implementation Reaction framework) and practical applications in Austrian and European contexts. Journal of Flood Risk Management: Outstanding Paper Award 2020 AGIT-2017 Symposium: Best Poster Award BOKU Best Paper Award 2016 JX Kasperson Award 2015 Thaler has supervised numerous university theses and leads multiple research projects, including EU-funded initiatives like LAND4CLIMATE and Pathways for co-creation between local authorities and collective actions for a sustainable transition. His grant portfolio demonstrates strong connections between academic research and practical policy applications, particularly in flood risk management and climate adaptation. He collaborates extensively with Austrian governmental bodies, international research institutions, and interdisciplinary teams spanning environmental science, social science, and urban planning disciplines. Thaler is actively involved in knowledge transfer through numerous lectures, media contributions, and stakeholder workshops. His work connects academic research with practical policy development, particularly through projects addressing urban heat islands, flood risk management, and nature-based solutions implementation. He maintains strong connections with both academic and practitioner communities, regularly presenting at international conferences and contributing to policy discussions on climate adaptation and risk management.

• Coastal Geology
• Sedimentology
• Seismic Stratigraphy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eric Chaumillon is a Professor at the University of La Rochelle and Head of the Coastal and Environmental Observatory (OLE), specializing in coastal geology and sediment dynamics. His research integrates very high resolution seismic stratigraphy , core sampling, geomorphological monitoring, and numerical modeling to study coastal environments. His research focuses on semi-closed coastal systems (estuaries, lagoons, river mouths, sandbanks) where high sedimentation rates preserve environmental change records spanning decades to millennia. Key projects include analyzing the Arçay Spit's evolution in the Vendée Atlantic coast and the Longe de Boyard sandbank within estuaries. His work addresses two primary objectives: (1) linking morphological evolution with hydrodynamic processes, and (2) deciphering sedimentary records of sea-level changes, climate shifts, storm-induced submersions, and anthropogenic impacts. Chaumillon's publication record demonstrates expertise in tsunami and storm deposit discrimination , coastal carbon sequestration , and historical bathymetric reconstruction . His research spans global sites including the Lesser Antilles, American Samoa, East African lakes, and French Atlantic coastlines, with methodological innovations like X-ray tomography for sediment fabric analysis. As Head of the Coastal and Environmental Observatory (OLE), he leads multidisciplinary research on coastal resilience and environmental change. His work integrates field observations, geophysical surveys, and numerical modeling to address contemporary challenges in coastal management and climate adaptation.

Yamskikh Galina Yuryevnaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• palynology
• paleogeography
• paleoclimatology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Galina Yuryevna Yamskikh is a distinguished academic serving as Head and Professor at the Department of Geography within the School of Ecology and Geography at Siberian Federal University. With over 43 years of professional experience and 45 years of advanced training, she is a leading expert in paleoenvironmental research of Siberian regions, specializing in Holocene climate and vegetation reconstructions. Her scientific expertise spans palynology, paleogeography, paleoclimatology, paleolandscape science, soil geography, exogenous geomorphology, and quaternary geology. Professor Yamskikh teaches comprehensive courses including geology, geography, landscape-geoecological systems, paleogeography, and modern problems of ecology and nature management. She heads postgraduate studies in Geoecology (1.6.21) and Geomorphology and paleogeography (1.6.14), demonstrating her leadership in academic training. Professor Yamskikh's recent research (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on paleoenvironmental reconstructions, recreational resource management in the Krasnoyarsk Basin, snow cover composition analysis, and paleogeographic tourism. Her work bridges historical environmental studies with contemporary ecological challenges, particularly examining how Holocene climate and vegetation changes inform current environmental management practices in Siberia. She has published extensively on mollusk assemblages, floodplain soils, and climate change prediction in the Krasnoyarsk forest-steppe region. Her scientific achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards: Honorary Worker of Higher Professional Education Certificate of honor of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation Laureate of the Krasnoyarsk City Head's Prize in the field of science and education – professor's prize Professor Yamskikh actively participates in the Russian Palynological Society and Russian Geographical Society. She has completed numerous advanced training programs from 2018-2023, focusing on digital teaching methods, climate project development, and modern educational technologies. Her research collaborations span multiple Siberian institutions, with significant contributions to understanding the environmental history of the Krasnoyarsk Basin and surrounding regions through interdisciplinary approaches combining palynological, malacofaunistic, and geomorphological analyses.

• Security Sciences
• Terrorism and Radicalization
• Intelligence Services
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Predrag Ćeranic is affiliated with the Faculty of Security Sciences at the University of Banja Luka. He specializes in security sciences, with a focus on terrorism, intelligence oversight, and natural disaster risk management. His research bridges theoretical analysis with practical security policy formulation. Security Sciences Terrorism and Radicalization Intelligence Services Governance Environmental and Energy Security Ćeranic's publications examine contemporary security challenges including migrant crisis securitization , radioactive waste repository risks , and radicalization prevention through education . His work often explores the intersection of political ideologies and regional stability in the Western Balkans. He contributes to curriculum development for security studies and has authored multiple books on intelligence control mechanisms and security policy frameworks. Ćeranic actively participates in international conferences addressing conflicting globalization and judicial independence in post-conflict contexts.

Ethan J. Rakerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social demography
• Sociology of health
• Environmental sociology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ethan J. Raker is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of British Columbia , located in the Faculty of Arts and the Department of Sociology . He is a social demographer whose research sits at the intersection of environmental sociology, medical sociology, and social stratification , with a particular focus on the health and demographic consequences of climate-related disasters. Education Ph.D. in Sociology, Harvard University A.M. in Sociology, Harvard University B.A. in Sociology, Columbia University Research Interests Dr. Raker specializes in understanding how extreme weather events —such as floods, wildfires, hurricanes, and tornadoes—affect population health and community well-being . Central to his work is the examination of social inequalities across racial and socioeconomic lines in the context of climate change. He integrates novel data sources (e.g., administrative records, spatial datasets, longitudinal surveys) and applies advanced quantitative methods to produce rigorous empirical evidence on disaster impacts. His scholarship contributes to three primary subfields: sociology of health, sociology of population, and environmental sociology . Recent Publication Trends Across his most recent work (2019–2025), Dr. Raker has emphasized longitudinal analyses of disaster effects on mental and physical health , housing stability , and community recovery . His 2025 articles focus on flood-related health risks in British Columbia and Houston , while earlier work dissects policy feedbacks of federal disaster aid and intergenerational health consequences of events such as Hurricane Katrina. Collectively, his publications highlight the persistent and stratified impacts of environmental shocks on marginalized populations. Awards & Honors Ana Aguado Prize (Harvard Environmental Economics Program) Best Student Paper Award, Political Sociology Section (American Sociological Association) Collaboration & Mentorship Dr. Raker is an active member of the Centre for Climate Justice Research and is explicitly available for collaborations , including cluster grants and interdisciplinary projects. He welcomes inquiries from prospective Master’s and PhD students in Sociology and expresses interest in supervising undergraduate research projects . His supervision enquiry portal is open, and he is listed as a member of the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (G+PS) network at UBC. Labs & Teams While no named laboratory is explicitly listed, Dr. Raker’s affiliation with the Centre for Climate Justice Research indicates collaborative engagement with a multidisciplinary network of scholars focused on climate equity and policy solutions.

Pauline Rioussetمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Technology Assessment
• Environmental Science
• Sustainability Policy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pauline Riousset is a Scientific Associate at the Office for Technology Assessment at the German Bundestag (TAB) , affiliated with the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) . She focuses on technology assessment, digital infrastructure, and sustainability policy, with expertise in cybersecurity, plastic waste reduction, and resilient systems. Education: Dr. rer. pol. from Free University of Berlin (2011–2016); MA in Environmental Policy (SciencesPo Paris) and M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences (Université Pierre et Marie Curie) (2009–2011); BA/B.Sc. in Social and Natural Sciences (2006–2009) Her research spans: Cybersecurity: Analyzing risks in food supply chains Resilient Infrastructure: Addressing polycrises through strategic foresight Circular Economy: Improving recycled material usage in plastics, electronics, and construction The 15 most recent articles highlight her work in digital methods , climate adaptation , and policy instrument design . Key projects include Resilience Radar and AI in Decentralized Power Systems . She co-edits the open-access journal TATuP – Journal for Technology Assessment in Theory and Practice and serves on the Advisory Board of TIAS .

ÖKKEŞ KESİCİمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Glaciology
• Climatology
• Geomorphology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

ÖKKEŞ KESİCİ is a Professor in the Department of Physical Geography at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences. His academic career spans over three decades, including positions at Atatürk University (Research Assistant), Yüzüncü Yıl University (Assistant Professor), Siirt University (Associate Professor), and Mehmet Akif Ersoy University (Associate Professor). He holds a PhD in Human and Economic Geography from Atatürk University (1988–1992). His research focuses on glacial geomorphology , climate change impacts , and regional urbanization . Key projects include studies on Mount Süphan glaciers, Van Lake water levels, and flood disasters in Kilis. He has taught graduate courses like General Climatology and Fluvial Geomorphology , and undergraduate modules including Physical Geography of Türkiye . Administrative roles include Department Head (Yüzüncü Yıl University), Dean's Assistant (Kilis 7 Aralık University), and Institute Director (Siirt University). He serves on scientific committees for international geography conferences and is a member of the Turkish Geographical Society.

Erich Fischerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climate Extremes
• Weather Extremes
• Heavy Precipitation Events
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Erich Fischer is a Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Environmental Systems Science, where he leads research on climate and weather extremes. Affiliated with the Institute for Atmospheric and Climate Science, he maintains an active research program focusing on extreme weather events under climate change. His work bridges fundamental climate science with practical applications for risk assessment and policy development. Research Focus: Fischer's work centers on climate extremes, particularly heatwaves and heavy precipitation events. His research spans multiple dimensions including mechanisms of extreme events, detection and attribution of climate change signals, climate projections, and quantification of uncertainties. He investigates both global patterns and regional manifestations of climate change, with special attention to human health impacts from heat stress and the climate response to volcanic eruptions. His methodology combines observational analysis, climate model evaluation, and advanced statistical techniques for extreme event attribution. Publication Trends: Fischer's recent work shows increasing focus on compound extremes, attribution of specific events to climate change, and practical applications of climate science for risk management. His research demonstrates how climate change is altering the probability and intensity of extreme weather, with particular attention to heatwaves. The publications reveal strong collaboration across international climate research institutions and consistent publication in high-impact journals including Nature, Science, and their affiliated publications. Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2019-2023) Lead Author for IPCC AR6 Co-lead of WCRP Grand Challenges on Weather and Climate Extremes Professional Activities: Fischer serves as associate editor for Science Advances and co-editor for Weather and Climate Dynamics. His research informs climate policy through participation in major international assessments and development of climate scenarios for Switzerland. He maintains active collaborations with leading climate research institutions worldwide including NCAR and the University of Reading.

Robert Elliottمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Economics
• Development Economics
• Environmental Economics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Robert Elliott is a Professor of Economics and Director of Research in the Department of Economics at the University of Birmingham's Birmingham Business School. His work spans international economics, development economics, environmental and energy economics, and international business, with particular expertise in the Chinese economy, firm behavior, natural disasters, and globalization's environmental impacts. Professor Elliott holds a BA in Economics from the University of Leicester, an MA in Economics from the University of Essex, and completed his PhD at the University of Nottingham under the supervision of Professor David Greenaway, Dr Peter Wright, and Robert Hine. His research focuses on empirical environmental, international trade, development, energy, and labor economics. Key areas include the economics of China and East Asia, empirical environmental economics, economic geography, globalization and environment, natural disasters (floods, typhoons, earthquakes), biodiversity and deforestation, trade and environment, FDI and industrial restructuring, and energy economics. His interdisciplinary approach often combines large dataset manipulation with advanced econometric techniques. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on environmental economics, particularly examining the intersection of climate change, natural disasters, and economic outcomes. His work spans historical environmental events in China, contemporary energy and transportation economics, air quality policy evaluation, and the economic impacts of natural disasters across different regions and time periods. A significant portion of his research applies advanced statistical and machine learning methods to environmental policy questions. Professor Elliott serves as an editor for the Sustainable Future Policy Lab and Director of the Trade, Environment, Development and Energy (TEDE) research group. He is also a Co-Investigator on ReLIB as part of the Faraday Institute, a member of Water Challenges in a Changing World IGI, and an Affiliate of the Lloyds Bank Centre for Responsible Business. He actively supervises PhD students across international and development economics and environmental and energy economics. His current projects include the "Brexit Uncertainty Index" and Leverhulme Trust research projects in "Globalisation and the Environment" with Matthew Cole. He has received significant funding including an ESRC grant for "China-UK energy issues" worth approximately £1 million. Professor Elliott is a key member of the Birmingham Plastics Network, an interdisciplinary team of over 40 academics addressing the global plastics problem. This network brings together experts from diverse fields including chemistry, environmental science, engineering, philosophy, linguistics, economics, and law to develop holistic solutions for plastics sustainability.

Sophia School Corporationمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Economics
• Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Environmental Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sophia School Corporation encompasses Sophia University , where Professor Takahiro Tsuge is affiliated with the Graduate School of Global Environmental Studies under the Master's (Doctoral) Program in Global Environmental Studies. His research focuses on Environmental Economics , Cost-Benefit Analysis , and Environmental Assessment , leveraging econometric models and behavioral science to address climate change adaptation and sustainable policy design. Research Trends from 2021–2025 reveal interdisciplinary work combining Environmental Economics Behavioral Modeling Climate Risk Management Policy Evaluation with methodologies like choice experiments and latent class analysis. Notable awards include the 2006 Best Paper Award from the Japan Society of Waste Management. His projects, supported by MEXT Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research , emphasize green infrastructure, consumer behavior in biodiversity conservation, and socio-economic responses to regulatory policies.

Jose Manuel Dominguez Alonsoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Earth Physics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Marine Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jose Manuel Dominguez Alonso is a researcher at the University of Vigo , affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and the Marine Research Center . His work focuses on Earth Physics and Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) applications in marine and renewable energy systems. He is part of the FA9 EphysLab research group at the Ourense campus. Education: PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Vigo (2014) under advisors Dr. Moncho Gómez Gesteira and Dr. Alejandro Jacobo Cabrera Crespo. His research explores fluid dynamics , off-shore wind turbines , wave energy converters , and fluid-structure interaction . He has developed DualSPHPhysics for high-performance computing in marine environments. His recent articles (2024-2025) emphasize teaching numerical modeling to students, 3D hydrodynamic analysis , and coupled simulation techniques . His work bridges computational methods with real-world marine engineering challenges like coastal protection and renewable energy optimization.

Yves Bühlerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Remote Sensing
• Snow and Avalanche Research
• Alpine Mass Movements
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yves Bühler is a leading researcher at the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) , heading the Alpine Remote Sensing group within the Alpine Environment and Natural Hazards unit. His work focuses on remote sensing applications for snow and avalanche research, rock-ice avalanches, and alpine mass movement monitoring using drones, SAR satellites, and machine learning. Education: PhD in Remote Sensing (University of Zurich, 2005-2009), High-School Teaching Certification (MAS SHE, 2003-2005). Key projects: Large-scale avalanche mapping in India, drone-based snow depth monitoring, and thermomechanical modeling for hazard indication. Research Trends : Recent publications highlight advancements in machine learning for avalanche segmentation , multi-sensor displacement monitoring , and climate change integration into hazard models . His work bridges geomechanics , remote sensing technology , and operational risk mitigation across Switzerland, Himalayas, and international collaborations. Scientific Contributions : He has received a Research Fellowship at the University of Otago and led leadership programs at FHNW. His team developed RAMMS::LSHIM for large-scale hazard mapping and pioneered low-cost lidar for avalanche monitoring.