Marc Lollier is an Associate Professor at the University of Upper Alsace, specializing in Biological Engineering within the Department of Biological Engineering. His research focuses on the remediation of contaminated soils and environmental impacts of organic residue recycling in agriculture. Education: Engineer in Agronomy from École Nationale Supérieure Agronomique de Rennes (1990) Doctorate in Biological Sciences from Université de Rennes I (1994) Research Interests: Bioremediation and phytoremediation of copper-contaminated soils Impact of organic waste recycling on agronomic and environmental systems Hydroponic and calcareous soil metal mobilization Research Trends: His recent work emphasizes microbial-assisted remediation, metal complexation dynamics, and ecological engineering solutions for contaminated soils and water systems. Labs & Collaborations: Co-founder of the PRO’spective platform, collaborating with INRA Colmar, SMRA68, and ARAA under the SOERE PRO initiative.
Dr. Krassimira Hristova serves as Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Marquette University, where she leads research at the intersection of microbial ecology, environmental toxicology, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Her work focuses on contaminated freshwater ecosystems in agricultural regions of Wisconsin, particularly Kewaunee County, examining how pollution impacts human health through impaired ecosystem services. Her academic credentials include: M.S. from Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski", Bulgaria (1987) Ph.D. from Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski", Bulgaria (1994) Post-doctoral Fellowship at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1998-1999) Postdoctoral Scientist at University of California, Davis (1999-2001) Dr. Hristova's research centers on three interconnected themes: (1) Agricultural non-point source pollution's impact on water quality and AMR dissemination, using land-use regression models with UNC Chapel Hill collaborators; (2) Mechanisms of engineered nanoparticle toxicity in eukaryotic cells, revealing size-dependent effects of CuO nanoparticles; (3) Characterization of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in wastewater systems, demonstrating 8-fold higher multi-drug resistance in hospital effluent versus urban sources. Her work integrates molecular microbiology with environmental engineering to address global health threats. Analysis of her 2016-2022 publications reveals consistent emphasis on AMR in agricultural watersheds, nanoparticle toxicology, and wastewater epidemiology. Key methodological trends include river-distance modeling for AMR source attribution, citizen-science water monitoring programs, and multi-omics approaches to resistance gene transfer. Her research increasingly incorporates socio-political dimensions through collaborations with education and political science faculty. Dr. Hristova has received significant recognition including: Way Klingler Young Scholar Award, Marquette University (2013) She currently mentors Ph.D. candidate Richard Melton and has previously guided Kyle Leistikow to completion. Her funded research includes Department of Defense projects on pathogen persistence (PI) and PFAS electroremediation (co-PI), plus industry partnerships with Kohler Inc. on surface microbiology. She maintains active collaborations with UNC Chapel Hill's Dr. Marc Serre on AMR modeling and with Marquette social scientists on Kewaunee County water policy. Dr. Hristova co-leads interdisciplinary teams addressing Kewaunee County's water contamination crisis, including citizen-science monitoring initiatives and socio-ecological research with education and political science faculty. Her laboratory employs molecular techniques for resistance gene tracking and nanoparticle toxicity assays using yeast and C. elegans models, with future work focusing on cellular copper homeostasis mechanisms.
Dr. Jörg Klasmeier is a Researcher at the Institute for Environmental Systems Research , University of Osnabrück. His work focuses on georeferenced environmental modeling , microplastics in the environment , and chemical assessment of pollutants in aquatic systems. He has taught courses such as Environmental Systems Analysis , Introduction to Systems Science , and Data and Models from 1999 to 2018. Doctorate in Ecological Chemistry and Geochemistry, University of Bayreuth Degree in Food Chemistry, Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg His research involves multimedia pollutant modeling , pharmaceutical risk assessment , and microplastic distribution in freshwater and marine environments. He has developed and applied the GREAT-ER software for watershed-scale simulations. Recent publications analyze antibiotic-resistant bacteria in transboundary rivers, citizen science applications for nitrate pollution monitoring, and pharmaceutical transport in aquatic systems. His work combines GIS-based spatial analysis with chemical fate modeling to address environmental risks. Projects include microplastic source identification in water bodies, zinc concentration modeling in the Ruhr River basin, and textile fiber pollution assessments. He supervises B.Sc. and M.Sc. theses and leads student projects since 2000.
Danyang Su is a Researcher at the University of British Columbia (UBC), affiliated with the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences within the Faculty of Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Hydraulic Structure Engineering (Zhejiang University, 2012) and a B.E. in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering (Zhejiang University, 2006). His primary roles include Research Associate (2017–present) and Postdoctoral Fellow (2012–2017) at UBC. Research Focus: Dr. Su specializes in computational modeling of subsurface hydrological processes, reactive transport in porous media/fractured networks, and geochemical repository stability. His work emphasizes large-scale reactive transport modeling via the MIN3P code, including parallelization and unstructured grid implementations. Key contributions include enhancing MIN3P’s capabilities for complex domain simulations and long-term geochemical process understanding. Publications Overview: His recent work (2018–2024) spans topics like CO2 mineral trapping via root systems, ice sheet impact on sedimentary basins, and multibarrier system geochemistry. Articles frequently address environmental challenges such as GHG cycling in agricultural soils and permafrost waste rock management. Technical Contributions: He maintains MIN3P’s codebase, participates in reactive transport benchmarking, and mentors graduate students. His research integrates numerical methods with field applications, addressing climate change impacts and engineered system stability.
Dr. Todd V. Royer serves as Executive Associate Dean and Professor at Indiana University's Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He joined the O'Neill School in 2005 and maintains a dual appointment as adjunct professor in Indiana University's Biology Department. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Biology from Idaho State University (1999) M.S. in Biology from Idaho State University (1995) B.S. in Animal Ecology from Iowa State University (1992) As an aquatic ecologist, Dr. Royer specializes in water resources, nutrient and carbon cycling, and water quality standards. His research program investigates ecological and biogeochemical processes affecting stream and river water quality, with particular emphasis on agricultural landscapes where non-point source pollution threatens ecosystem health. Working at the land-water interface, his team employs field studies and laboratory experiments to examine nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic carbon dynamics. His research consistently demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration across hydrology, microbiology, and aquatic entomology. Analysis of his publication record from 2006-2021 reveals a progression from empirical biogeochemical research toward increased policy engagement, culminating in high-impact publications like his 2021 Science article calling for Clean Water Act reform. His work spans multiple scales from molecular processes to basin-wide nutrient management. Dr. Royer holds several significant professional appointments: Science Assessment Team member for Indiana Nutrient Reduction Strategy Advisor for National Ecological Observatory Network Former Vice President of Society for Freshwater Science (2018-19) Long-standing member of Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography He teaches Limnology, Stream Ecology, and Sustainable River Management courses. Previously chairing Illinois' Nutrient Science Advisory Committee, he continues to bridge academic research and practical water quality management through his active participation in state and national initiatives focused on nutrient standards and river ecosystem health.
Swarun Kumar is the Sathaye Family Foundation Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with affiliate appointments in Computer Science, the Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII), and CyLab. His research focuses on next-generation wireless networks, mobile systems, and interactive applications. He leads the Emerging Wireless Technologies (WiTech) Lab at CMU, which explores innovations in mmWave radar, battery-free IoT, and wireless actuation. Education: Received the George Sprowls Award for Best Ph.D. Thesis in Computer Science at MIT and the President of India Gold Medal at IIT Madras. His academic roles include teaching courses like Computer Systems (18-213/613), Computer Networks (18-441/741), and Wireless Networks (18-859G). Research Interests: Wireless networks, mobile systems, IoT, 5G, wireless sensing, and security. Key projects include Joltik (LPWAN analytics), Quasar (satellite ground stations), and wireless actuation for soft robots. His work integrates hardware-software co-design and has applications in healthcare, robotics, and smart cities. Awards: ACM SIGMOBILE Rockstar (2024), NSF CAREER Award, and multiple best paper awards. His grants include NSF-funded projects on spectrum pollution, energy-centric wireless systems, and mmWave networks. Students: Advises PhD students in wireless systems, sensing, and robotics. Notable alumni include faculty at UW, UCSD, and NUS. Collaborates with industry and government partners like NASA and the USGS. Labs/Teams: WiTech Lab, CMU mmWave testbed, and partnerships with Virginia Tech for smart farm sensor networks. Open-source projects include TagFi, Sozu, and PLatter.
Leonard Ortolano is the UPS Foundation Professor of Water Resources and Environmental Planning at Stanford University's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, part of the School of Engineering. He has held this position since 1970, progressing from Assistant Professor (1970-1973) to Associate Professor (1974-1979) before attaining full Professor status. His research focuses on environmental policy design, water resources management, and sustainable urban development, with emphasis on China, South Asia, and developing nations. Education includes a B.S. in Civil Engineering (1963, Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn), and M.S./Ph.D. in Engineering from Harvard University (1966/1969), specializing in Water Resources Planning with minors in Economics and Operations Research. Research interests span environmental governance, corporate environmental management, and community-based solutions to resource challenges. Notable projects include studies on China’s environmental policy implementation, Mozambique’s water resale systems, and cleaner production in Pakistan’s industries. His work bridges academia and practice, with consulting roles for agencies like the World Bank and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Recent publications highlight themes such as carbon offset quantification challenges, regulatory enforcement negotiation simulations, and slum dweller mobilization in Tanzania. Awards include the Rhodes Prize (1996), Grant Award (2005), and multiple Fulbright-Hays grants. Leadership roles include Director of Stanford’s Haas Center for Public Service (2003-2006) and Urban Studies Program (1980-2003). Current advising focuses on interdisciplinary PhD research addressing hydropower licensing, chemical policy, and renewable energy integration. His lab collaborations explore topics like acid mine drainage treatment in Appalachia and alternative development scenarios for India’s Sundarbans region.
Dennis C. Haney serves as Professor of Biology and Chair of the Biology Department at Furman University, a position he has held since 2010. He joined Furman in 1996 after completing his Ph.D. at the University of Florida and working with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, establishing himself as a key figure in organismal physiology research. His educational background includes: Ph.D., University of Florida M.S., Oregon State University B.A., University of California, San Diego Dr. Haney specializes in environmental and comparative physiology, with research focused on physiological responses of fish to environmental stressors including salinity changes, temperature fluctuations, drought, and pollution. His interdisciplinary work involves collaborations with Earth and Environmental Sciences colleagues through the River Basins Research Initiative, examining land use impacts on South Carolina upstate fish populations. Current projects blend field studies in watersheds like the Reedy-Saluda with laboratory experiments on osmoregulation and metabolic responses. His publication record reveals consistent investigation into fish adaptation mechanisms across changing environments, with research spanning fundamental physiological processes to ecosystem-level impacts of urbanization and industrial activities. Much of this work centers on South Carolina watersheds and features undergraduate co-authors, reflecting his commitment to student involvement. Dr. Haney has been honored with the Henry Keith and Ellen Hard Townes Professorship (2001-2003), recognizing his scholarly contributions. He has mentored over 200 undergraduate researchers, co-authoring six publications and 50+ conference presentations with students. Beyond student mentorship, he created and coordinates Furman's faculty development mentor program and chairs the Faculty Development Committee, while also serving in leadership roles for the Association of Southeastern Biologists. His research activities are organized through the River Basins Research Initiative, which fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to study human-environment interactions in South Carolina river basins.
Prasad Daggupati is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Guelph, specializing in Water Resources Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from Kansas State University and has held academic positions since 2016, including Assistant Professor and Associate Professor roles. His research focuses on watershed processes, climate change impacts, and the application of remote sensing technologies. Key areas include ephemeral gully erosion, critical source area identification, and hydrological modeling. He has been recognized with awards such as the 2022 Young Engineer Award (NABEC) and the 2021 Outstanding Associate Editor Recognition (ASABE Journal). Education includes a Ph.D. (2012) and MS (2012) in Biological and Agricultural Engineering from Kansas State University, and a BS (2004) from Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University. His teaching spans undergraduate courses like ENGG 4360 (Soil-Water Conservation Systems Design) and graduate courses such as ENGG 6800 (Deterministic Hydrological Modeling). Research interests emphasize agricultural management's impact on sediment and nutrient transport, climate change adaptation, and precision agriculture. He leads a team of over 30 graduate students and has collaborated on projects funded by agencies like USDA-NIFA and NRCS. His work integrates machine learning, geospatial tools, and hydrological models to address water security and environmental sustainability challenges. Professional contributions include over 100 peer-reviewed publications, with a focus on SWAT modeling, non-point source pollution, and UAV applications. His lab develops decision frameworks for sustainable watershed management, particularly in Ontario's agricultural regions.
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.
Qiuyue Yang is a Researcher at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), specializing in electrochemical sensor development for global health applications. She holds a Master's in Microelectronics and Electronics from Jilin University (China) and a PhD jointly awarded by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. Research Focus Her work centers on: Designing aptamer-based electrochemical sensors for malaria/tropical disease diagnosis Developing point-of-care diagnostic tools for resource-limited settings Innovating wearable nanosensors for health monitoring Engineering nanomaterials for environmental toxin detection Publication Trends Her recent articles demonstrate interdisciplinary convergence in biosensors, nanomaterials, and disease diagnostics, with evolving applications in healthcare wearables, environmental robotics, and food safety technology. Awards No awards mentioned in source material. Academic Activities No information available regarding student advising, grants, or lab affiliations.
Diego Riveros-Iregui is a Professor of Geography at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, holding the prestigious Bowman & Gordon Gray Distinguished Professorship. He leads the Carbonshed Lab, which focuses on watershed hydrology, ecohydrology, and critical zone science. His research spans from single plots to watershed and regional scales, examining interactions among the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere. Education: B.S. in Geosciences, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (1999) M.S. in Geology, University of Minnesota (2004) Ph.D. in Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Montana State University (2008) Professor Riveros-Iregui's research centers on watershed science, forest and soil processes, ecosystem ecology, and human-water-environment interactions. His work particularly focuses on water and carbon cycles, as well as the fate and transport of nutrients and pollutants in watersheds. He investigates feedbacks among Earth's major spheres using field-based and modeling approaches, with special emphasis on how landscape morphology mediates physical and biological processes. His research often takes place in tropical environments, particularly the Andean Páramos of Ecuador, where carbon stocks are among the highest on the planet. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on greenhouse gas emissions from tropical freshwater systems, particularly in high-altitude peatland ecosystems. There's a clear trend toward examining the impacts of climate change on water-carbon interactions, with increasing incorporation of machine learning approaches for water resource analysis. His work spans hydrology, environmental engineering, biogeochemistry, and environmental justice, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern environmental science. Scientific Awards: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) Bowman & Gordon Gray Distinguished Professor of Geography NSF CAREER Award Faculty Award for Global Excellence Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Ecuador J. Carlyle Sitterson Award for Teaching First-Year Students Professor Riveros-Iregui has successfully mentored numerous graduate and undergraduate students, many of whom have gone on to prestigious positions in academia, government, and industry. His lab has secured significant funding from the National Science Foundation, including Frontier Research in Earth Sciences (FRES) grants, Hydrologic Sciences grants, and CAREER awards. Current projects include studying glacierized volcanoes in Ecuador, urban beaver pond hydrology, and the role of wetland connectivity in carbon cycling. His research combines field observations with modeling approaches to address pressing environmental challenges, with particular attention to vulnerable populations and environmental justice issues. The Carbonshed Lab at UNC-Chapel Hill serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research on watershed processes. The lab maintains active collaborations with institutions across the United States and internationally, particularly in Ecuador. Current team members include multiple Ph.D. candidates, master's students, and undergraduates working on diverse projects related to hydrology, biogeochemistry, and environmental sustainability. The lab's research has been featured in numerous media outlets including UNC News, Endeavors Magazine, and The Well.
Rajandrea Sethi is a Full Professor at the Department of Environment, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, where he serves as Coordinator of the Interdepartmental Center CWC - CleanWaterCenter@PoliTo. His academic career spans multiple international institutions including University of Lyon, University of Vienna, and Helmholtz Zentrum München. Professor Sethi's research focuses on groundwater engineering, contaminant remediation, and environmental nanotechnologies. His work addresses critical environmental challenges including aquifer contamination, water pollution control, and innovative remediation techniques. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of particle transport in porous media and the application of nanotechnologies for environmental remediation. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward microplastic pollution research, groundwater electro-bioremediation, and the application of advanced nanomaterials for environmental cleanup. His work bridges fundamental research with practical applications for contaminated site remediation. Professor Sethi actively supervises PhD students and teaches courses including Remediation of Contaminated Sites, Groundwater Engineering, and Nanotechnologies for Environmental Remediation. He has secured numerous research grants from national and international funding bodies including PRIN, PNRR, and EU Horizon 2020 programs. His laboratory work through DeltaNova and WATER QUALITY centers focuses on practical applications of his research, with particular emphasis on translating laboratory findings to field applications. His leadership in the CleanWaterCenter@PoliTo demonstrates his commitment to addressing global water challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration.
L. Mark Risse serves as Professor and Director of Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant at the University of Georgia, holding the Georgia Power Professorship of Water Policy within the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences and Department of Crop & Soil Sciences. His academic credentials include: B.S. in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Georgia M.S. in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Georgia Ph.D. in Biological and Agricultural Engineering from Purdue University Dr. Risse's research addresses critical environmental engineering challenges with emphasis on watershed protection, coastal resilience, and sustainable land development practices. His work integrates engineering solutions with policy frameworks to manage non-point source pollution, stormwater systems, and erosion control in coastal ecosystems. His distinguished scientific recognition comprises: Fellow of the International Soil and Water Conservation Society Walter Bernard Hill Fellow (University of Georgia's highest public service honor)
Dr. Han Feng is a Research Associate Professor at the School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, collaborating with Professor Yi Zheng. He has been with the institution since 2015, progressing from Post-doctoral Research Fellow (2015-2018) to Research Assistant Professor (2018-2021), and currently holds his present position since 2021. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Mechanics (Energy and Resources Engineering) from Peking University (2008-2015) and a Bachelor's degree in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from the same institution (2004-2008). Dr. Han specializes in eco-hydrological and water environmental simulation, with research focusing on numerical simulation of hydrological processes, ecological processes, and water quality processes at watershed scale . His work encompasses development of new computational models, exploration of efficient model-data fusion methods, and investigation into coupling paradigms of deep learning and process-based models. His expertise spans eco-hydrological modeling, non-point source pollution simulation, data assimilation, uncertainty analysis, and machine learning applications in environmental systems. His publication record demonstrates significant contributions to the field, with over 40 papers including 38 SCI-indexed articles in top journals such as Water Research, Water Resources Research, and Journal of Hydrology. His recent work shows a clear trend toward integrating artificial intelligence with traditional hydrological modeling, particularly in applying physics-encoded deep learning to distributed hydrological modeling and using Bayesian approaches for assimilating sensor data in water quality modeling. National Natural Science Foundation of China青年科学基金 project (41807164) as PI (2019-2021) NSFC-CONICYT International Cooperation project (5191101522) as main participant (2020-2024) Chinese Academy of Sciences Strategic Priority Research Program (XDA20100104) as main participant (2018-2023) Shenzhen Municipal Engineering Lab of Environmental IoT Technologies as key member (2018-2020) China Postdoctoral Science Foundation project (2017M612505) as PI (2017-2018) As one of the main developers of the three-dimensional distributed eco-hydrological model HEIFLOW (Hydrological-Ecological Integrated watershed-scale FLOW), Dr. Han's research has been applied across diverse geographical contexts including the Heihe River Basin, Pearl River Basin, Luanhe River Basin, Miho Basin (South Korea), Skjern Basin (Denmark), and San Joaquin Basin (United States).
