Matthew Helmers is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University and serves as Director of the Iowa Nutrient Research Center. His work focuses on agricultural water management, drainage engineering, and nutrient reduction strategies to address non-point source pollution impacts on Iowa's water resources.
Dawn Dechand is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering (BAE) at Michigan State University's College of Engineering. Her research focuses on leveraging plant-based ecological systems to address water quality challenges, particularly agricultural and urban runoff, wastewater treatment, and hazardous waste remediation. She specializes in wetlands, phytoremediation, and plant-microbe interactions to understand pollutant fate and mitigation strategies. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2007) B.S. in Biological and Agricultural Engineering and Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, Kansas State University (2002) Research Interests: Phytoremediation of emerging pollutants and hazardous wastes Constructed wetlands and vegetated technologies for water quality protection Plant tissue culture and genetic engineering for enhanced phytoremediation capabilities Her work emphasizes sustainable solutions, including duckweed-based systems for nutrient recovery and anaerobic digestion optimization in agricultural waste management. Teaching: BE 332: Engineering Properties of Biological Materials BE 482: Non-point Source Pollution Control Research Trends: Recent publications highlight advancements in plant-driven pollutant mitigation, including antibiotic metabolism in plants, antimicrobial accumulation in food crops, and solar-bio-powered waste systems. Her studies bridge laboratory experiments (e.g., hydroponic and callus culture models) with field-scale applications, addressing both environmental and human health impacts. Labs and Teams: Her research group operates within the College of Engineering's Biosystems Engineering program, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects to advance ecological engineering solutions for water quality challenges.
Peter Enright is a Lecturer in the Farm Management and Technology Program at McGill University's Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. With degrees in Agricultural Engineering, he focuses on field monitoring systems, water quality management, and practical farm skills. Affiliations: Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, Canadian Society for Biological Engineering, American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers, Canadian Water Resources Association, Canadian National Committee for Irrigation and Drainage His research addresses agricultural non-point source pollution through field monitoring of water, sediment, and nutrient transport. He received the 2013 Jim Beamish Award and 2000 CANCID Land Resources Management Award. Peter teaches courses on soil tillage, health and safety, precision agriculture, farm building development, and enterprise management. His work emphasizes practical skills for real-world agricultural challenges, including environmental compliance and strategic business planning. Scientific Awards 2013: Jim Beamish Award (CSB) 2000: CANCID Land Resources Management Award Peter's publications focus on cold-climate watershed modeling, phosphorus transport mechanisms, and precision agriculture applications, with a strong emphasis on field-scale data collection and analysis.
Allan Crowe is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Earth, Environment & Society at McMaster University. His academic work focuses on groundwater-surface water interactions , contaminant transport , and coastal ecosystem dynamics , with a particular emphasis on the Laurentian Great Lakes region. He has contributed extensively to studies on environmental remediation , hydrological modeling , and public health implications of groundwater quality . Research Interests : Crowe's work spans environmental hydrology , groundwater contamination , and wetland remediation . His studies often integrate field measurements with numerical modeling to address issues like nutrient loading , pesticide transport , and microbial pollution in coastal zones. Publication Trends : Over 35+ years, Crowe has published on topics including stochastic groundwater modeling , constructed wetland effectiveness , and DDT persistence . His recent work (2013-2018) emphasizes urban stormwater management , herbicide impacts , and microbial water quality in Great Lakes beaches. Methodological Contributions : Notable technical developments include Excel-based tools for trilinear plot generation and groundwater level animation , enhancing accessibility for hydrological data analysis.
Keita Nakayama is an Assistant Professor (non-tenure-track) at the School of Social Sciences, holding a PhD in Social Sciences from Waseda University. His work bridges administrative law, environmental policy, and risk governance, with emphasis on regulatory challenges posed by scientific uncertainty in emerging technologies and contaminants. Education PhD in Social Sciences, Waseda University Research Focus : Dr. Nakayama investigates legal frameworks for nano/microplastics, PFAS, and AI governance through the lens of the precautionary principle and behavioral 'nudges.' His scholarship addresses structural failures in risk administration, environmental decision-making under uncertainty, and ELSI dimensions of science-technology policy, with particular attention to Japan-EU regulatory comparisons. Publication Trends : His 2022-2025 output reveals concentrated analysis of plastic pollution and chemical contaminants, consistently framing regulatory gaps through administrative inaction theory. Key patterns include methodological integration of 'nudge' strategies with precautionary measures, case studies of municipal-level interventions, and proposals for risk-tiered regulatory approaches distinguishing 'legal management' from 'legal regulation.' Scientific Awards : No awards or fellowships were documented in the source material. Teaching & Research : He instructs courses including Lectures on Social Science (Law and Policy Studies on Risk and Uncertainty) and Global Learning (Science and Technology, and Society) . His funded projects include 'Legal precautions against risks associated with scientific uncertainty' (2022), which proposed technology/material-based regulatory categorization, and 'Correlation between precautionary principle and nudge' (2022), advocating phased risk governance combining behavioral and legal tools.
Qiuhua Liang is a FREng Professor of Water Engineering at Loughborough University and UNESCO Chair in Informatics and Multi-hazard Risk Reduction. She co-directs the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training Water-WISER and leads research in computational hydraulics, disaster risk reduction, and flood management. Her work focuses on high-performance numerical models for hydro systems affected by natural hazards like floods and landslides. Her research integrates AI, agent-based modeling, and crowd-sourced data to enhance real-time flood forecasting and resilience strategies. Notable projects include the PYRAMID platform for hyper-resolution flood risk assessment and the GCRF Living Deltas Hub addressing deltaic sustainability. Research Interests: Hydrodynamic modeling of fluvial, pluvial, and coastal floods Natural hazard dynamics (debris flows, tsunamis, glacial lake outbursts) AI-driven hydroinformatics and smart monitoring systems Climate change adaptation and nature-based solutions Key Projects (selective): EPSRC Water-WISER CDT (2019–2027) NERC-funded PYRAMID platform (2020–2023) Living Deltas Hub (UKRI GCRF, 2019–2024) CHANS frameworks for urban flood mitigation Awards: Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng) Grants & Collaborations: £9M+ research funding from NERC, EPSRC, and UKRI International partnerships in Bhutan, Vietnam, and China Industry engagement through smart infrastructure solutions Her research also explores multi-hazard interdependencies, SDG interlinkages, and innovative drainage systems using GPU-accelerated models.
Darrell Bosch is a retired Professor of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Virginia Tech. His research focuses on environmental and natural resource economics, particularly cost-effective strategies to reduce agricultural pollution, climate change impacts on water quality in the Chesapeake Bay, and sustainable water infrastructure. He also explored energy cost impacts on U.S. agriculture and international development through Ecuadorian research initiatives. Education: Ph.D. Agricultural Economics (University of Minnesota, 1984), M.S. Agricultural Economics (University of Tennessee, 1980), B.A. Political Science (Central College, 1971). Research interests include watershed management, agricultural sustainability, and policy analysis. Recent projects address urbanized agricultural landscapes, high tunnel strawberry production, and dairy/poultry farm emissions reduction. He led undergraduate research programs in Ecuador, emphasizing Spanish proficiency and cross-cultural collaboration. Publications span water quality modeling, irrigation recycling economics, and climate change adaptation. Awards include the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Southern Agricultural Economics Association and the 2016 AAEA Poster Honorable Mention. He advised graduate students and served as Co-Editor of the Journal of Agricultural and Applied Economics (2010–2013). Bosch’s work bridges theory and practice, prioritizing stakeholder engagement in watershed planning and fostering student independence through research mentorship.
Anne Rozan is a Professor at the École Nationale du Génie de l'Eau et de l'Environnement de Strasbourg (ENGEES), affiliated with the University of Strasbourg and the SAGE laboratory (Sociétés, acteurs, gouvernement en Europe). Her research bridges environmental economics, behavioral economics, and public policy, focusing on the valuation of ecosystem services, regulatory design, and sustainable environmental management. Her research interests include environmental economics, experimental economics, behavioral economics, contingent valuation, agro-climatic risk, and public goods. She employs experimental and stated preference methods to understand consumer and public behavior in environmental decision-making, with applications in water infrastructure, biodiversity conservation, and climate risk management. Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary environmental valuation, combining economic modeling with ecological assessment tools. Key themes include the economic evaluation of constructed wetlands, biodiversity in agroforestry systems, flood vulnerability, and public preferences for infrastructure management. She frequently uses choice experiments and contingent valuation to inform policy. Anne Rozan has not been explicitly listed with scientific awards in the provided text. She teaches economics across the three-year engineering cycle at ENGEES and in co-accredited master’s programs such as the ISIE, Environmental Geography, and DGEDD masters at the University of Strasbourg. While no direct list of advisees is provided, her extensive publication record and supervisory role in collaborative research suggest active mentorship. She has contributed to national and international research programs on water governance, ecological restoration, and environmental policy evaluation. Her work is closely tied to the SAGE laboratory and ENGEES, where she contributes to research on environmental governance, risk management, and sustainable development. She has been involved in field experiments, policy evaluations, and interdisciplinary projects on topics ranging from brownfield reuse to agri-environmental contracts.
Professor Michel COUDERCHET is affiliated with the Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences at the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne, where he leads research at the Research Unit on Grapevine and Wines in Champagne (URVVC - EA 4707). His work bridges environmental science and viticulture with significant contributions to pesticide management. His research focuses on pesticide ecotoxicology , phytoremediation , and environmental fate of pollutants , primarily using aquatic plants and algae as model systems. Key interests include biomarker development for pollution assessment, grapevine bio-protection against Botrytis cinerea , and non-point source pollution control in agricultural landscapes. His technical expertise spans plant cell culture, chromatography, and enzyme activity analysis. Professor COUDERCHET coordinates the AQUAL research program (2007-2014) addressing rural pollution control and teaches ecology, environmental science, and crop protection across all university levels. He directs the Master's program in Natural and Industrial Environment Engineering (GENI). Scientific recognition includes: President of Groupe Français des Pesticides (French Pesticides Research Group) Editor In Chief of The Open Journal of Ecology His publication record demonstrates consistent focus on pesticide-soil interactions, phytoremediation mechanisms, and viticultural pollution challenges, with significant contributions to understanding molecular properties affecting pesticide adsorption and enzymatic remediation pathways in aquatic plants.
Dr. Andrew Green is a Research Fellow at the Agriculture and Environment Research Unit (AERU) within the School of Life and Medical Sciences at the University of Hertfordshire . His work spans environmental pollution mitigation, ecological recovery, and agricultural sustainability. Research interests include: Sustainable resource use in agriculture Non-point source pollution control Soil erosion management Agri-chemical property analysis EU environmental directive evaluation Recent work focuses on the Nitrates Directive (91/676/EEC) compliance, pesticide properties databases, and food ecolabeling frameworks. His research combines spatial analysis , policy evaluation , and agri-environmental metrics . Professional recognition includes Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) . He teaches on agricultural water efficiency and soil conservation across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
John F. Raffensperger is a Visiting Professor at the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester. Previously, he served as a Senior Lecturer in Management Science at the University of Canterbury (1998–2012) and a Senior Operations Researcher at RAND Corporation (2013–2021), focusing on national security, disaster recovery, and environmental policy. He holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Northwestern University and an M.B.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Chicago's Graduate School of Business, where his doctoral research centered on U.S. Army training readiness. His research emphasizes smart markets for environmental resources (e.g., water, carbon, sediment), logistics optimization, risk analysis, and process improvement. Notable projects include designing water trading systems, analyzing military supply chain resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, and addressing climate change through market mechanisms. He has contributed to policy frameworks for disaster recovery in Puerto Rico and water management in New Zealand and China. Raffensperger’s publications span over three decades, with recent work focusing on pandemic resource allocation, Army logistics efficiency, and climate-driven market solutions. His interdisciplinary approach bridges operations research, environmental economics, and public policy, with practical applications in both civilian and military contexts. His career includes roles such as RAND Summer Associate (1990) and collaborations with institutions like the U.S. Army, emphasizing his dual focus on academic rigor and real-world problem-solving.
Hüseyin Erdem Görgün is a Professor of Environmental Engineering at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Environmental Engineering. He has held academic roles since 1990, including Professor since 2007, and served in administrative positions like Vice President of the Department and Member of the Faculty Board of Directors. His research focuses on treatment plant design, climate change mitigation, and waste management. He earned his PhD in Environmental Engineering from Istanbul Technical University in 1996 after completing his MSc (1991) and BSc (1987) in the same field. His work emphasizes sustainable development through projects like the Ergene River Basin restoration and evaluation of CO2 emission scenarios in Turkey's electricity sector. He contributed to policy frameworks such as improving environmental permit processes and deposit refund systems for recyclables. His technical expertise spans mathematical modeling of wastewater treatment systems and optimization of nitrogen removal processes. Education: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1983-1987) Master of Science (Thesis), Istanbul Technical University (1989-1991) Doctor of Philosophy (Dr), Environmental Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1992-1996) Prof. Görgün's research interests include water pollution control, industrial wastewater treatment, and environmental policy implementation. He has advised on national projects like the TC Elbistan Municipality environmental management plan and contributed to international initiatives such as the UN-CP/RAC Clean Technologies Programme. His work bridges technical innovation with policy, addressing challenges in coastal zone management and sustainable industrial clustering. Notable administrative roles include serving as National Focal Point for the UN-CP/RAC and membership in key organizations like the Turkish National Committee on Water Pollution and Research (since 1990). His research spans over three decades, with publications focusing on wastewater treatment optimization, climate change mitigation strategies, and recycling systems.
David Lowing is a Lecturer in the Department of Law - Economics - Management at Rennes Higher Normal School (ENS Rennes), affiliated with the Centre for Research in Economics and Management (CREM) and a research fellow of the RENEL chair. He holds a Ph.D. in Economic Theory (2022) from University Jean Monnet – Saint-Étienne, preceded by mathematics training at University of Orsay – Paris-Saclay and mathematical economics studies at University of Paris 1 – Panthéon Sorbonne. His research focuses on: Game theory applications in computer science and biology Distributive justice and resource redistribution mechanisms Climate economics and environmental policy design Axiomatic approaches to public economics and microeconomics Fair allocation systems for natural resources and collective goods Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on cooperative game theory applications in environmental economics, particularly in climate mitigation, pollution remediation, and equitable cost-sharing mechanisms. Theoretical frameworks frequently incorporate axiomatic design principles across energy distribution, hierarchical allocation systems, and multi-choice game structures.
Jon Hathaway is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, within the College of Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable urban water systems, green infrastructure, and the fate and transport of pollutants in urban environments. He leads a dynamic research group and teaches courses in hydrology and green infrastructure design. PhD in Biological and Agricultural Engineering, North Carolina State University, 2010 MS in Biological and Agricultural Engineering, North Carolina State University, 2005 BS in Environmental Engineering, North Carolina State University, 2002 Dr. Hathaway's research centers on green infrastructure , urban hydrology , and nature-based solutions for stormwater management. His work explores how urban development impacts water systems and how engineered natural systems can mitigate pollution and restore ecological function. He investigates pollutant fate and transport , environmental flows , and the spatial configuration of impervious surfaces in cities. His research integrates field measurements, modeling, and geospatial analysis to optimize stormwater control measures. His recent publications highlight a consistent focus on stormwater quality, green infrastructure performance, and climate resilience. Key themes include the role of urban forests in stormwater treatment, temperature dynamics in runoff, and bioretention under climate change. His work bridges environmental engineering, hydrology, and urban planning, emphasizing data-driven, sustainable solutions for urban water challenges. Dr. Hathaway has received notable recognition, including: National Science Foundation CAREER Award Service as Associate Editor, Journal of Environmental Engineering Elected member, ASCE EWRI Urban Water Resources Research Council Core Group Elected member, International Water Association Joint Committee on Urban Drainage He actively mentors students at all levels, from undergraduates to PhD candidates, and has guided numerous advisees into professional and academic careers. His research is supported by competitive grants from the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency , including projects on reimagining urban watershed management, REU programs for underrepresented students, and restoring floodplain wetlands using regenerative stormwater conveyances. He emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and training the next generation of engineers. Dr. Hathaway leads the Hathaway Research Group , which conducts field, laboratory, and modeling studies on green infrastructure. The team works on projects involving smart stormwater systems, environmental flow restoration, and regenerative stormwater conveyances. The group fosters a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development, cross-disciplinary learning, and engagement with regulators and practitioners.
Prof. Tongzhe Li is a Professor and Arrell Family Chair in Behavioural and Experimental Economics at the University of Guelph's Department of Food Agricultural and Resource Economics, leading the FARE Laboratory. She holds a Ph.D. from Washington State University and prior roles include Assistant Professor at University of Windsor and Associate Professor at University of Guelph. Her research integrates economic theory with behavioral experiments to address agri-food-environment challenges, focusing on innovation adoption, consumer behavior, social comparison, and discrimination. Key contributions include studies on recycled water products, public goods provision, and environmental policy design. Current projects explore green ammonia adoption and the impact of framing in economic decisions. Her work has been published in journals like Economic Inquiry , Nature Reviews Clean Technology , and Environmental and Resource Economics . Education: Ph.D. Economics (Washington State University, 2011–2015); M.Sc. Agricultural Economics (A.E. Electrical Engineering). Previous positions include postdoctoral research at the University of Delaware and assistant professorships at the University of Windsor and University of Guelph. Research Interests: Behavioral economics, experimental methods applied to agricultural and environmental policy, consumer behavior in agri-food systems, public goods provision mechanisms, and the role of social comparisons in decision-making. Her lab, FARE, specializes in field and laboratory experiments to inform policy and practice. Labs/Initiatives: Founding Director of the FARE Laboratory for Experimental and Applied Economics. Active in collaborative projects on sustainable agriculture, water resource management, and climate-smart technologies.