جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ana María Isidoro Losadaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Energy Policy
• Raw Materials Policy
• Socio-Technical Transformation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ana María Isidoro Losada is a Research Associate at the Chair of Environmental and Climate Policy within the School of Public Policy at the Technical University of Munich . She joined the Chair in July 2021, contributing to interdisciplinary research on energy transitions and environmental governance. Current projects: Trans4ReaL (funded by BMWK) and PAUL (funded by the EU Horizon 2020 program) Previous projects: SOTEC-radio (BMWi-funded) and ENTRIA (BMBF-funded), focusing on radioactive waste management Her research explores intersections of energy policy, socio-technical transformation, and political structures through case studies in Germany and Latin America. Publications highlight challenges in nuclear waste governance, hydrogen energy adoption, and territorial political strategies in Venezuela. The interdisciplinary projects she works on involve collaborations with institutions like the Environmental Policy Research Center at Freie Universität Berlin, addressing governance frameworks, stakeholder participation, and policy instrument effectiveness.

• Wildlife Biology
• Conservation Biology
• Ecological Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pat Lederle serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. He retired from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources after nearly two decades of service in research, planning, and administrative capacities, where he held the position of Planning and Adaptation Supervisor. His academic credentials are as follows: Bachelor of Science, Michigan State University PhD, Michigan State University Master of Science, University of Minnesota Dr. Lederle's research focuses on wildlife biology and conservation, with particular emphasis on the ecological impacts of human infrastructure. His notable projects include a decade-long study on the effects of extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields on wildlife in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and ecological assessments for the Department of Energy's Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository project. He also specializes in strategic planning and change management within natural resource agencies to align resources and fulfill public trust responsibilities. Professional recognitions include: Certified Wildlife Biologist Past President, North Central Section of the Wildlife Society North Central Representative to The Wildlife Society Council

• Organic biogeochemistry
• Sedimentary basin analysis
• Claystone diagenesis and burial history
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Marlise Colling Cassel is Chair of Organic Biogeochemistry in Geo-Systems at RWTH Aachen University, Germany, and member of the Geological Institute / Chair of Geology and Sedimentary Systems. Located at Lochnerstraße 4-20, 52056 Aachen, she leads a group investigating sedimentary basins, claystone diagenesis and organic geochemistry across scales. Education While specific degrees are not listed in the provided text, her Chair-level appointment implies doctoral and post-doctoral training in geosciences. Research Interests Organic biogeochemistry: molecular and isotopic characterisation of organic matter in sedimentary rocks. Claystone diagenesis & burial history: understanding physical and chemical evolution of fine-grained rocks under increasing temperature and pressure. Basin modelling & petroleum systems: integrating seismic, well and geochemical data to predict hydrocarbon generation, migration and overpressure development. Seismic stratigraphy & attributes: advanced 3-D seismic interpretation for volcanic rifted margins and submarine fans. South Atlantic margin evolution: tectono-sedimentary response to break-up volcanism, palaeoclimate and ocean circulation changes. Geo-storage applications: assessing claystones for nuclear waste repositories and CO₂ storage. Publication Trends Between 2018 and 2025, Dr Cassel has published extensively on the interplay of tectonics, volcanism and sedimentation along the Pelotas margin (South Atlantic), on cyclo- and chemostratigraphy of the Permian Irati Formation (Paraná Basin), and on diagenetic controls on claystone physical properties. A clear methodological trajectory emerges: integration of high-resolution geochronology, seismic attribute analysis, numerical basin modelling and organic geochemistry to solve problems spanning hydrocarbon exploration to nuclear-waste disposal. Scientific Awards No specific awards are listed in the provided text. Advising & Grants While no explicit student lists or funded grant numbers are given, the presence of research assistants and the breadth of recent publications indicate an active supervisory and grant portfolio within RWTH Aachen’s geoscience programmes. Laboratories & Teams Dr Cassel heads the Chair of Organic Biogeochemistry in Geo-Systems, working closely with the Chair of Geology and Sedimentary Systems and supervising research assistants located in both the EMR (Energy & Mineral Resources) building and the historic Mining building at RWTH Aachen.

Karl P Travisمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Nuclear Waste Disposal
• Computational Physics
• Materials Science under Extreme Conditions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Karl P Travis is a Reader in Computational Physics and Nuclear Waste Disposal at the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering , University of Sheffield. He serves as Exams Officer and Director of the Immobilisation Science Laboratory (ISL). His research spans computational physics, nuclear waste management, and materials behavior under extreme conditions. PhD and BSc in Chemistry from UMIST Previous positions: University of Bradford, Imperial College, North Carolina State, Cornell, Australian National University Research Focus: Deep Borehole Disposal: Developing sealing matrices, rock welding, and deployment mechanisms for nuclear waste. Collaborating with Sandia National Labs on pilot borehole projects. Material Failure Analysis: Studying radiation damage in ceramics/glasses using molecular dynamics and SPH frameworks. Simulation Methodology: Innovating algorithms for Joule-Thomson expansion, configurational thermostats, and multiscale transport analysis. Scientific Contributions: Authored over 30 publications in top journals like Physical Review Letters , Molecular Physics , and Journal of Nuclear Materials . Key areas: radiation-induced amorphization, borehole thermal modeling, and fluid transport phenomena. Professional Recognition: Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry Recipient of UMIST's Reynolds Prize Methodological Expertise: Specializes in molecular dynamics, dissipative particle dynamics, and novel thermostat/barostat techniques. His work bridges experimental data interpretation with theoretical validation across nuclear, chemical, and materials engineering domains.

• Geochemistry
• Geobiology
• Deep Subsurface Life
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Henrik Drake is an Associate Professor at the Linnaeus University within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences and Department of Biology and Environmental Science . His research focuses on geochemical and geobiological processes in the deep subsurface, particularly microbial methane cycling, uranium immobilization in mineral sinks, and astrobiological implications of subsurface life. Research Interests: Microbial methanogenesis and sulfate reduction in deep granitic fractures Geochemical tracing of ancient life in impact craters via stable isotopes and biomarkers Heavy metal (uranium, arsenic) retention mechanisms in anoxic groundwater Geochronology of fracture-hosted fluid flow using in situ Rb-Sr and U-Pb methods Interactions between fungi and bacteria in extreme subsurface environments Recent Article Trends: His 2023-2025 publications emphasize microbial controls on greenhouse gas cycling, uranium sequestration in nuclear waste repository analogs, and geochronological frameworks for deep biosphere evolution across geological timescales. Key methods include laser ablation ICP-MS, Mössbauer spectroscopy, and multi-isotope (C, S, Sr) analyses. Scientific Engagement: He serves as associate editor for Frontiers in Microbiology , Geofluids , and Discover Geoscience . He chairs the NordSIMS-Vegacenter Steering Committee . Teaching & Leadership: Actively supervises bachelor’s to postdoctoral researchers and leads two master’s programs: Environmental Risk Analysis and Environmental Science and Sustainability . His team, the Environmental Geochemistry Group , investigates deep biosphere processes and their applications to nuclear waste safety and drinking water contamination.

• Radioactive Waste Disposal
• Repository Safety
• Nuclear Engineering
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Guiseppe Modolo is an Adjunct Professor at the Chair of Repository Safety (ELS) at RWTH Aachen University, focusing on radioactive waste disposal and repository safety. He works within the Department of Nuclear Decommissioning and Disposal, contributing to research and teaching initiatives. Research interests include long-term safety analysis of geological repositories, radiation protection, and societal acceptance of nuclear waste disposal strategies. The chair's activities emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration with institutions like BGE and GTK. Recent achievements include recognition for teaching excellence and participation in international symposia such as safeND 2023 and the 4th Site Selection Days 2024. RWTH Teaching Award nominee OECD-NEA Global Forum Rising Star 2023

Xiaofeng Guoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Actinide thermochemistry
• Rare Earth Elements (REE) ceramics
• Materials under extreme conditions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xiaofeng Guo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Washington State University (WSU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of California, Davis (2014), and completed postdoctoral research at Los Alamos National Laboratory as a Seaborg Fellow (2015–2017). His work focuses on actinide and rare earth element (REE) materials, emphasizing thermodynamics and structural behavior under extreme conditions. Educations: B.S. Physics (Sun Yat-sen University, 2010), Ph.D. Chemistry (UC Davis, 2014) Research Specializations: Actinide thermochemistry, REE ceramics, nuclear fuel design, and materials under high-pressure/temperature environments Key Techniques: Synchrotron X-ray/neutron scattering, calorimetry, ultrasonic spectroscopy Research areas include nuclear waste immobilization via actinide silicates/phosphates, hydrothermal mineral formation of REE compounds, and molten salt thermodynamics . Notable awards include the NSF CAREER Award (2022) and JPCC Early-Career Recognition (2023). Laboratory: Guo Lab at WSU, specializing in inorganic synthesis and materials characterization Key Collaborations: Los Alamos National Lab, Pacific Northwest National Lab, and international synchrotron facilities Current projects explore uranium incorporation into zircon structures, iodine immobilization in apatite matrices, and data-driven design of REE mineral systems using machine learning.

Thomas P. Keatingمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Nuclear Waste Management
• Deep Time Communication
• Speculative Philosophy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Keating is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Thematic Studies (TEMA), specifically within the Technology and Social Change (TEMAT) unit at Linköping University, Sweden. His research focuses on the intersection of technology, speculative thinking, and nuclear memory communication, with an emphasis on managing nuclear waste over deep time. Education: PhD in Human Geography, University of Bristol, UK Teaching positions: UNSW Canberra (Australia), Swansea University (UK), European School Brussels (Belgium), University of Bristol (UK) His research spans three main areas: Nuclear Futures, which addresses the management of nuclear waste repositories over 100,000 years and communication to future generations; Speculative Thinking, which uses continental philosophy to expand empirical research; and Technologies, which explores an ontogenetic reading of technology following Gilbert Simondon. He is particularly interested in accountability for nuclear waste stewardship across deep time and civil society engagement in nuclear governance. His recent publications (2021-2025) focus on nuclear waste management, deep time communication, and the philosophical implications of technology. Key themes include warning systems for future civilizations, civil society in nuclear governance, and speculative approaches to non-human agencies. No scientific awards were mentioned. Thomas Keating is the principal investigator on two major research projects: "Managing Eternity?" funded by the Swedish Research Council (2025-2028), and "Nuclear Diplomacy?" funded by Mistra (2025-2027). These projects examine accountability and civil society involvement in nuclear waste management over deep time. He has no listed advisees. He is affiliated with the STRIPE (Socio-technical Research of Infrastructures, Politics and the Environment) research group at Linköping University.

Saed Alrawashمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Nuclear Engineering
• Radiation Safety
• Monte Carlo Simulations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Saed Alrawash is a former researcher at Lancaster University with a PhD in Nuclear Engineering from Sejong University. His research focuses on applying machine learning and Monte Carlo methods to address challenges in nuclear safety and reactor design, particularly in locating Fukushima Daiichi fuel debris and optimizing nuclear fuel components. He holds extensive industry experience as a nuclear engineer at the Jordan Research and Training Reactor (2012-2017). Education: PhD in Nuclear Engineering (2021, Sejong University). Research Interests: Machine learning applications in radiation detection, nuclear core design simulations, Monte Carlo depletion analysis, and criticality safety studies. His work bridges advanced computational techniques with practical nuclear engineering problems such as spent fuel management and reactor commissioning challenges. Publications & Datasets: Authored/co-authored peer-reviewed publications on fuel debris localization, burnable absorber studies, and criticality safety analysis. Associated with datasets on diamond detector calibration, neutron flux simulations, and Fukushima fuel debris prediction (available via Lancaster University repository).

Mamadou Fallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geotechnical Engineering
• MineFill Technology
• Underground Disposal of Nuclear Waste
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Mamadou Fall is a Distinguished University Professor and Chair of the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Ottawa. He holds the University Research Chair in Geotechnical Engineering for Net Zero Transitions, recognized for his expertise in geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering. His research focuses on MineFill Technology, Underground Nuclear Waste Disposal, Carbon Sequestration, and Geotechnical Hazards. Educations: Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering, Freiberg University of Mining and Technology (Germany) Dipl. Eng (Earth Science), University of Dakar (Senegal) Research Interests: Professor Fall's work spans geotechnical engineering applications in mining, environmental remediation, and infrastructure sustainability. Key areas include: Development of sustainable MineFill materials and tailings management systems THMC modeling of nuclear waste repositories Landslide risk assessment using GIS technologies Environmental impacts of cemented materials Publications & Impact: Over 325 publications since 2021, emphasizing advanced material characterization and geohazard mitigation strategies. Recent work highlights self-healing cementitious materials and coupled process analysis in tailings systems. Awards: John B. Stirling Medal (2023) Top 1% Global Scientist (Elsevier, 2022) uOttawa Research Excellence Award (2021) Leadership & Mentorship: Supervised over 100 graduate students/postdocs, securing leadership roles globally. Secured major research funding for projects in Canada and internationally. Active in professional organizations including the Canadian Geotechnical Society and German Research Chairs Program. Service & Outreach: Served as Director of Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Environmental Engineering and organized major international conferences on geotechnical engineering innovations.

Rainer Dähnمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Radioactive Waste Management
• Environmental Geochemistry
• X-ray Spectroscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rainer Dähn is a Scientist and Project Leader at the Laboratory for Waste Management, part of the Nuclear Energy and Safety Research Division at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland since 2001. His research focuses on metal ion uptake mechanisms in clay and cementitious materials using advanced X-ray techniques, including synchrotron-based micro-spectroscopy and scanning transmission X-ray microscopy (STXM). He holds a Diplom-Physiker (1993) from the University of Hamburg and a Ph.D. (2001) from ETH Zurich, where his doctoral work explored Ni(II) and Th(IV) sorption mechanisms on clay surfaces. His career includes visiting roles at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (2006) and beamline scientist positions at the European Synchrotron Facility (2000s). Key research interests include radionuclide retention in waste repository materials, cement chemistry, and the application of synchrotron-based methods to study heterogeneous interfaces. Over 100 peer-reviewed publications demonstrate expertise in actinide binding mechanisms, heavy metal sorption, and the structural characterization of cementitious phases like C-S-H. His work bridges environmental geochemistry and nuclear waste management, addressing long-term safety concerns in waste disposal systems. Publications highlight contributions to understanding Ni, U, and Th behavior in cement and clays, as well as interdisciplinary studies on alkali-silica reactions in concrete. Collaborations with institutions like KIT-INE and participation in EU projects (e.g., EURAD) reflect his role in advancing nuclear waste management technologies. Despite no listed awards, his sustained research impact is evident through ongoing leadership in PSI’s XAS program and contributions to international standards for waste repository analysis.

Georg Kosakowskiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Coupled physical and chemical processes in porous media
• Reactive transport modeling
• Long-term evolution of nuclear waste materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Georg Kosakowski is a Senior Scientist at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), Switzerland, within the Nuclear Energy and Safety Research Division. His research focuses on coupled physical and chemical processes in heterogeneous porous media, particularly in the context of nuclear waste repositories. He holds a Dr. rer. nat. from the University of Bonn and a Habilitation from the University of Tübingen. His work emphasizes reactive transport modeling, long-term material evolution (e.g., cement, clays), and numerical risk assessment for nuclear waste storage. Research interests include the geochemical evolution of repository materials, gas production in waste repositories, and interface reactions between cement and bentonite. He has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications, focusing on topics like coupled multi-phase flow, mineral precipitation/dissolution, and computational methods. His studies often involve collaboration with institutions like Nagra (Switzerland) and Hiroshima University (Japan). Publications highlight advancements in modeling tools (e.g., OpenGeoSys-Gem, FEniCS-Reaktoro), experimental validation of transport processes, and repository safety assessments. Teaching includes geostatistics at the University of Bern and specialized courses on thermodynamic modeling in Japan. Labs/Teams: He leads research within the Laboratory for Waste Management at PSI, contributing to Switzerland’s nuclear waste disposal program. His work supports the development of engineered barriers and long-term safety evaluations for geological repositories.

Johan Lindénمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Mössbauer Spectroscopy
• Hyperfine Interactions
• Superconductors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Johan Lindén is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Åbo Akademi University, specializing in Physics Technologies for a Sustainable Future. His research focuses on Mössbauer spectroscopy, hyperfine interactions, superconductors, magnetic materials, and solid-state physics. He has contributed to over 130 publications, with recent work emphasizing material science applications in sustainable technologies, such as cementitious materials, wastewater treatment, and renewable energy catalysts. Research interests span crystal structure analysis, thin film deposition, and the development of advanced materials for environmental and energy applications. His studies often involve collaborations in nuclear waste management, geotechnical engineering, and catalytic processes for biofuel production. Lindén has presented at international conferences, including discussions on metastable Fe phases using Mössbauer spectroscopy. Notable projects include long-term stability assessments of bentonite buffers in nuclear waste repositories and the formation potential of vivianite in wastewater systems. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable infrastructure and clean energy.

• Rock Mechanics
• Petrophysics
• Fluid Flow
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Zimmerman is Chair in Rock Mechanics at Imperial College London, specializing in hydromechanical behavior of fractured rocks. His research informs petroleum engineering, radioactive waste disposal, and carbon sequestration. Education: PhD, University of California, Berkeley MS, Columbia University BS, Columbia University Research Leadership: Secured over £20M in funding for projects including GeoSafe (nuclear waste disposal) and HydroFrame (fracture network modeling). Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences . Publications: Authored foundational texts including Fundamentals of Rock Mechanics (4th ed) and Fluid Flow in Porous Media . Integrates experimental data with theoretical modeling of subsurface systems.

• Electrochemistry
• Metallurgy
• Corrosion Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jari Aromaa is a Senior University Lecturer in the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering at Aalto University. He holds a Doctoral degree (1994), Licentiate (1988), and Master's degree (1985) in Engineering and Technology from Helsinki University of Technology. His research focuses on electrochemical processes, corrosion science, hydrometallurgy, and sustainable materials engineering. Dr. Aromaa's work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy, industry innovation, and responsible consumption. His research interests include electrorefining, leaching processes, and corrosion mechanisms in metallurgical systems. Recent projects investigate sodium sulfate electrodialysis in lithium production and copper corrosion in repository conditions. He has authored over 260 publications, with recent articles emphasizing spectrophotometric analysis of arsine gas, life cycle assessments for lithium production, and optimizing cathode quality in copper electrorefining. He has led five research projects, including the OXCOR series studying copper corrosion in nuclear waste repositories. Awarded numerous grants, including funding from Business Finland and the Finnish Government, his work bridges academic research with industrial applications. He actively participates in conferences like the Nordic Corrosion Congress and the Conference of Metallurgists, contributing to editorial boards and program committees.