جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Thomas Wernbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Ecology
• Kelp Forests
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thomas Wernberg is a Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at The University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the UWA Oceans Institute. His research focuses on ecological interactions in coastal marine habitats, particularly kelp forests, and their responses to climate change, marine heatwaves, and invasive species. He has held roles including Chair of UWA's Boating & Diving Safety Committee and Editor-in-Chief of Aquatic Botany . Wernberg has contributed to over 267 publications and secured 53 grants, including projects on kelp restoration and blue carbon management. He is a recipient of multiple 'Highly Cited Researcher' awards and has advised on initiatives like Seaforester . His work bridges sub-cellular to macro-ecological scales, addressing climate mitigation through marine ecosystem services. Education: MSc from Roskilde University (RUC). Previous Positions: ARC Future Fellow (2011–2015), Senior Lecturer (2015–2021), and various postdoctoral roles at UWA and other institutions. Research Themes: Climate change impacts, marine heatwaves, kelp restoration ( Green Gravel ), blue carbon, and biodiversity conservation. His lab explores resilience thresholds, ecological costs of stress, and genetic diversity's role in adaptation. Collaborations span global institutions, with active research in Arctic/Subarctic regions and Australian marine ecosystems. Grants & Projects: Includes operational upscaling of seaforestation, hydrodynamic energy attenuation studies, and blue carbon management. He leads initiatives to protect 4 million hectares of kelp forests by 2040. Awards: 2019–2022 Highly Cited Researcher (Web of Science), 2022 Senior Research Award (UWA School of Biological Sciences). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Great Southern Reef Foundation, Uluu Scientific Advisory Board, and international networks like the Green Gravel Action Group .

Katja Fennelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Oceanography
• Biological Oceanography
• Physical Oceanography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katja Fennel is a Professor in the Department of Oceanography at Dalhousie University, Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on coupled physical-biogeochemical modeling to understand marine ecosystems, carbon and nutrient cycling, and climate change impacts. She specializes in coastal and open ocean dynamics, with expertise in hypoxia, ocean deoxygenation, and carbon sequestration. Fennel holds significant academic roles including Killam Professorship (2019-2024) and former Co-editor-in-Chief of Biogeosciences (2013-2021). She has led projects on ocean prediction, marine carbon dioxide removal (CDR), and coastal acidification. Education: PhD in Marine Biology and Diploma in Numerical Mathematics from University Rostock, Germany Affiliations: Adjunct roles at University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, University of Maine, and Rutgers University Research Interests: Development of high-resolution coupled models to study biogeochemical processes in shelf and open ocean systems. Key areas include the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems, hypoxia formation mechanisms, and the role of ocean alkalinity enhancement in carbon removal. Fennel's work integrates observational data with advanced modeling to address ecological and climate challenges. Publications highlight contributions to understanding coastal-ocean carbon dynamics, biogeochemical forecasting, and Arctic carbon uptake. Recent focus includes expanding Argo float networks and evaluating marine CDR strategies like ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE). Awards: AGU Fellow (2024), CMOS President's Prize (2023)

Maurizio MUZZUPAPPAمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Industrial Engineering Design
• Augmented Reality (AR) Applications
• Product Development Methodologies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maurizio MUZZUPAPPA is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Energy and Management Engineering (University of Calabria) since 2018. His roles include Rector's Delegate for Technology Transfer, Academic Delegate for Education at DIMEG, and Head of the Physical Prototyping Laboratory at the MaTeRiA Center (UNICAL-CNISM collaboration). He supervises the Unical Racing Team in Formula SAE competitions and co-founded three university spin-offs: 3DResearch, Tech4Sea, and Q-BOT. As Scientific Director of projects like TECH4YOU (climate change adaptation technologies) and GROWN IN THE BLUE (Mediterranean reef conservation), he integrates research in industrial design, augmented reality, and underwater cultural heritage. He has authored over 200 publications (h-index 27) and holds 10 patents. His teaching includes Tools and Methods for Industrial Design and Formula SAE LAB . His research focuses on: Industrial design methodologies with parametric and sustainable approaches 3D prototyping and additive manufacturing User-Centered Design for product ergonomics Virtual/Augmented Reality applications in engineering and cultural heritage Underwater robotics and artifact restoration Recent publications highlight trends in AR for industrial maintenance, generative design tools, and mechatronic solutions for underwater heritage. He has supervised over 300 theses and 10 Ph.D. students while leading technology transfer initiatives.

• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Marine Engineering
• Coastal Structural Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rameeza Moideen is a Researcher at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering, affiliated with the Energy Systems Research Institute. Her work focuses on offshore renewable energy infrastructure, coastal structural resilience, and fluid-structure interaction dynamics. Research Interests Her research spans vortex-induced vibrations in marine power cables, extreme wave impacts on coastal decks, and climate change adaptation for port infrastructure. She applies advanced numerical simulations to analyze hydrodynamic forces, structural stresses, and material degradation mechanisms. Key Research Trends Recent work emphasizes lazy wave dynamic cables under varying currents (2025), focused wave impacts on bridge decks (2023-2021), and marine growth effects on tubular structures (2021). These studies combine computational modeling with real-world climate scenarios to improve offshore energy systems and coastal infrastructure durability. Awards & Grants No specific awards or grants mentioned in available texts. Research is likely funded through institutional and collaborative projects within the Energy Systems Institute. Labs & Teams Active within the Energy Systems Research Institute at Edinburgh, collaborating on offshore renewable energy projects and coastal engineering initiatives.

Sara Bernardiniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Automated Planning
• Robotics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Sara Bernardini is a leading academic in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Oxford's Department of Computer Science, where she holds a joint appointment as a Tutorial Fellow at Mansfield College. Her research specializes in decision-making for autonomous systems, automated planning, and robotics, with applications in extreme environments like space missions, nuclear decommissioning, and offshore energy. She bridges theoretical AI with real-world challenges through projects funded by Innovate UK, EPSRC, NERC, and the Alan Turing Institute. Her research interests span: Autonomous Systems : Developing agents that support humans in complex cognitive tasks. Automated Planning : Algorithms for goal recognition, pathfinding, and multi-agent coordination. Robotics : Solutions for subterranean exploration, offshore wind farms, and UAV operations. AI Safety : Risk-aware autonomous systems and interpretable decision-making. Bernardini's publications emphasize algorithmic robustness in path planning, multi-agent coordination , and real-world AI deployments . Recent work explores goal legibility in uncertain environments, energy-efficient robotics, and AI education tools. Her 65+ papers in top venues (e.g., AIJ, JAIR, ICAPS) show a trend toward safety-critical applications and human-AI collaboration. Awards & Leadership: ICAPS-2020 Best Paper Honorable Mention Executive Council Member, Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI) Program Chair, International Conference on Automated Planning and Scheduling (ICAPS 2024) Associate Editor, Artificial Intelligence Journal She leads interdisciplinary teams for projects like autonomous offshore wind farm maintenance and modular robots for extreme environments. As Principal Scientist at the UK National Oceanography Centre, she advanced marine robotics. She mentors PhD candidates and collaborates globally (e.g., NASA Ames, MIT).

Stuart Phinnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Earth Observation
• Remote Sensing
• Environmental Monitoring
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Stuart Phinn is a distinguished academic at the University of Queensland, serving as Professor in the School of the Environment and Centre Director of the Remote Sensing Research Centre (Earth Observation Research Centre). He also maintains affiliations with the Centre for Marine Science. With a career spanning over two decades, Professor Phinn has established himself as a leading expert in earth observation and environmental monitoring, with over 559 publications including 295 journal articles. His educational background includes a Bachelor (Honours) of Science (Advanced) from The University of Queensland and a Doctor of Philosophy from San Diego State University. Professor Phinn's leadership extends to founding directorships of Australia's national earth observation coordination body (www.eoa.org.au) and collaborative research infrastructure (www.tern.org.au), as well as a world-leading research-to-operational program supporting government environmental monitoring (www.jrsrp.org.au). He also leads the Earth Observation for Government Network. Professor Phinn's research focuses on monitoring environmental change using earth observation and field data. His work primarily involves using images collected from satellites and aircraft, combined with field measurements, to map and monitor Earth's environments and how they change over time. This research is conducted in collaboration with environmental scientists, government agencies, NGOs, and private companies. A growing aspect of his work focuses on national coordination of earth observation activities and the collection, publishing, and sharing of ecosystem data. His work provides solutions to support sustainable development and resource use for governments, industries, and communities. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on applying earth observation technologies to solve environmental challenges across multiple domains. The 15 most recent articles reveal strong themes in coral reef mapping and monitoring, land cover change detection, fire resilience analysis, and advanced remote sensing techniques including multi-sensor fusion and machine learning applications. His work spans terrestrial, coastal, and marine environments, with significant contributions to understanding environmental change in Australia and internationally, particularly in Indonesia. Professor Phinn has secured substantial research funding from diverse sources including government agencies (Queensland Government, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority), industry partners (SmartSat CRC, Blue Economy CRC), and international organizations (Google Inc, Vulcan Inc). Current projects include evaluating impacts of threats to endangered reptiles, automating tree-scale vegetation structure monitoring, and continuing the Joint Remote Sensing Research Program. As an academic supervisor, Professor Phinn has mentored numerous PhD and Master's students, with current supervision spanning topics from forest disturbance analysis to kelp forest mapping and fire resilience of mine site rehabilitation. His extensive supervision history demonstrates his commitment to training the next generation of earth observation scientists. The Earth Observation Research Centre he directs fosters a collaborative research environment focused on transforming satellite and airborne images with field survey data into meaningful environmental information for decision-making.

• Ice Mechanics
• Fracture Mechanics
• Arctic Marine Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jukka Tuhkuri is a Professor at Aalto University's Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering, specializing in ice mechanics and arctic marine technology . He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Cold Regions Science and Technology and became an Honorary Professor at University College London (Department of Earth Sciences) in 2023. His work spans numerical simulations using the Discrete Element Method (DEM) and experimental research in the Aalto Ice and Wave Tank, with fieldwork in both Arctic and Antarctic regions. Research Focus : Understanding ice fracture mechanics, sea ice ridge formation, and ice-structure interaction processes. He investigates how global warming alters ice conditions and affects loads on ships/marine structures, addressing risks from increased Arctic shipping activity. Scientific Awards 2023 POAC Founders Lifetime Achievement Award Teacher of the Year 2003 Espoo Ambassador 2012 1996 Best Dissertation Stipend from Helsinki University of Technology Collaborative Impact : His research directly informs offshore wind engineering and Arctic risk management frameworks through publications like Challenges with sea ice action on structures for Offshore wind (2023) and A comprehensive approach to scenario-based risk management for Arctic waters (2022).

Bronwyn Cahillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Oceanography
• Remote Sensing
• Marine Biogeochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Bronwyn Cahill is a Senior Scientist and Research Group Leader leading the Integrated Optical Remote Sensing Research Group at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde (IOW), Germany. Her interdisciplinary research integrates optical remote sensing, in situ data, data science, and bio-optical process modeling to address challenges in coastal and marine ecosystems, with a focus on land-ocean connectivity, underwater lightscapes, and biogeochemical cycles. Education: Ph.D. in Oceanography (2006) – University of Rhode Island, USA BSc (Honours) in Ocean Science (1993) – University of Plymouth, UK BA (Honours) in French and Philosophy (1989) – Trinity College Dublin, Ireland Research Interests: Her work centers on understanding how changing light climates impact marine ecosystems and carbon cycles. Key themes include optical remote sensing applications, climate change effects on coastal seas, marine heatwaves, phytoplankton dynamics, and the development of advanced biogeochemical models for marginal seas like the Baltic. Publication Trends: Her 15 most recent articles (2011-2025) predominantly explore marine biogeochemistry, climate impacts on coastal systems, and ocean-atmosphere interactions. Over 60% focus on Baltic Sea dynamics, employing modeling, remote sensing, and field data to analyze carbon fluxes, algal blooms, and ecosystem responses to environmental stressors. Projects & Grants: She leads several major initiatives: SEAGUARD (2025-2027): AI-driven seagrass adaptation research (BMUKN-funded) ISOLUME (2025-2028): Lightscape indicators in marine ecosystems (BMFTR-funded) KIVib Küste (2025-2026): AI-based Vibrio risk assessment (EFRE-funded) SkaMix-WMT (2025-2028): Water mass transformation in Skagerrak (DFG-funded) Leadership: Heads the Integrated Optical Remote Sensing Research Group at IOW, fostering collaborations across physical, biological, and chemical oceanography to advance predictive capabilities for marine environmental change.

Jiaxuan Liمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Seismology
• Distributed Acoustic Sensing
• Earthquake Rupture Dynamics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jiaxuan Li is an Assistant Professor of Geophysics in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Houston's College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. His research focuses on developing fiber-optic sensing technologies for seismic monitoring across diverse geological environments including volcanic, crustal, and glacial settings. Dr. Li's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Geophysics from the University of Houston (2015-2020) and a B.S. in Geophysics from Peking University (2011-2015). He previously held a postdoctoral position at Caltech Seismolab under Prof. Zhongwen Zhan. His research program centers on distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) applications, with major contributions in volcanic eruption forecasting through minute-scale magma migration imaging, earthquake rupture dynamics via high-frequency fault asperity analysis, and subsurface characterization for carbon sequestration and geothermal energy. Recent work demonstrates DAS capabilities as dense geodetic arrays for real-time volcanic monitoring systems deployed in Iceland through collaborations with the Icelandic Met Office and Reykjavik University. Analysis of Dr. Li's publication record reveals a strong emphasis on operationalizing fiber-optic networks for geophysical monitoring, with significant advancements in eruption early warning systems, earthquake source characterization, and subsurface imaging techniques. His work bridges fundamental seismological research with practical hazard mitigation applications. Dr. Li actively mentors graduate students and recently welcomed postdoc Dr. Tianfan Yan to his research team. His lab operates real-time DAS streaming systems for volcanic eruption monitoring in Iceland, developed through international collaborations involving the University of Houston, Caltech, Ljósleiðarann, and Reykjavik University. Current research directions include expanding DAS applications for carbon sequestration verification and deep geothermal reservoir characterization.

David Johnstonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geobiology
• Geochemistry
• Earth History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Johnston is a Full Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. He holds the Betty Wold Johnson Foundation Professorship and serves as Co-Director of Graduate Studies. Johnston's expertise spans Geobiology, Geochemistry, and Earth History, with a focus on using isotopic measurements to unravel Earth's geological and environmental evolution. His research integrates field geology, geochemical analysis, and microbial physiology, emphasizing marine and terrestrial processes. Johnston earned a BS in Environmental Studies and Philosophy from Bates College (2002) and a PhD in Geology from the University of Maryland, College Park (2007). He was a Microbial Sciences Institute Fellow at Harvard (2007–2009) before joining the Harvard faculty in 2009. His lab, the Johnston Lab, promotes inclusivity and equity in geosciences, particularly for underrepresented students. The lab operates on Harvard University’s land, historically inhabited by the Massachusett, Wampanoag, and Nipmuc peoples. Recent research highlights include studies on submarine hydrothermal systems’ influence on seawater sulfate, microbial control over marine oxygen isotopes, and Archean ocean-atmosphere dynamics. The lab’s work is published in journals like *Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta*, *PNAS Nexus*, and *Earth and Planetary Science Letters*. Collaborative projects, such as the Sedimentary Geochemistry and Paleoenvironments Project, emphasize statistical methods for deep-time environmental reconstructions. Johnston’s lab is located at 20 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA, with contact details available via johnston@eps.harvard.edu. The lab’s webpage (https://johnstonlab.fas.harvard.edu) provides further information on ongoing projects, publications, and outreach initiatives.

Alan Rooneyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geochemistry
• Geochronology
• Climate Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alan Rooney is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences at Yale University, affiliated with the Yale School of Arts and Sciences. He leads the Rooney Geochronology and Geochemistry Group, which is part of the Yale Metal Geochemistry Center. His research integrates radiogenic isotope geochemistry (e.g., Re-Os, Sr, Nd) with field-based methods like sedimentology and stratigraphy to investigate tectonic, climatic, and biologic transitions in Earth history. Current projects include refining Neoproterozoic chronology, studying Mid-Pleistocene ice sheet dynamics, and advancing EARTHTIME’s Re-Os geochronometer standards. His research interests are centered on three main areas: 1) Proterozoic tectonics and eukaryotic diversification, 2) ice sheet dynamics over the last 5 million years using multiple geochemical proxies, and 3) radiogenic isotopes as tracers of crustal-mantle processes. He collaborates with researchers at Dartmouth College, Oxford University, and other institutions to address these topics. The Rooney Lab emphasizes experimental approaches, such as simulating seafloor weathering of mafic rocks, to better understand isotopic fluxes into the sedimentary record. His articles highlight a focus on geochronology and isotopic analysis to unravel climate-tectonic interactions, with recent work emphasizing the Great Oxidation Event, Ediacaran biogeochemical shifts, and Mid-Pleistocene glacial variability. These studies often combine field observations with laboratory experiments to deconvolve complex Earth system processes. Dr. Rooney has no listed scientific awards. He advises three graduate students: Gryphen Goss, Sam Shipman, and Carey Ciaburri. The lab’s NSF-funded involvement in EARTHTIME underscores its commitment to advancing geochronological standards. The Rooney Geochronology Lab operates within ultra-clean facilities equipped with advanced mass spectrometers (e.g., Thermo Fisher Neptune-Plus MC-ICP-MS, Triton-Plus TIMS), adjacent to the Microprobe Facility’s electron microprobe resources, enabling precise geochemical and petrological analyses.

Victoria Wellsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Consumer Behavior
• Sustainable Management
• Environmental Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Victoria Wells is a Professor of Sustainable Management and Chair in Management at the School for Business and Society, University of York, since 2017. She holds a PhD from Keele University and has held academic positions at Sheffield, Durham, and Cardiff Universities. Her research focuses on consumer behavior in pubs and sustainable practices, blending theoretical insights with real-world interventions. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a Chartered Marketer. Research Interests: Pub consumer behavior and community dynamics Sustainable consumer behavior, including environmental segmentation and renewable technologies Social marketing applications for sustainability Collaborations include work with Global Action Plan, GRAB Trust, and Golden Ball Cooperative Pub. Her recent projects address pub survival strategies, employee environmental behavior, and reusable coffee cup campaigns. Teaching emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to marketing and sustainability, including a MOOC on pub management and protection. Key Achievements: Principal Investigator for the EPSRC-funded MacroBioCrude project Author of over 40 publications in consumer behavior and sustainability Recipient of the Certified Management & Business Educator designation

Camilo Moraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climate Change Impacts
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Environmental Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Camilo Mora is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, where he maintains an active research laboratory and teaches courses on environmental issues, biogeography, and data analysis. His academic journey began with a BSc in Marine Biology from Universidad del Valle in Colombia (1999), followed by a PhD in Biology from the University of Windsor, Canada (2005). He completed postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Auckland (2005), Scripps Institution of Oceanography (2006-2008), and Dalhousie University (2008-2010). BSc, Marine Biology, Universidad del Valle, Colombia (1999) PhD, Biology, University of Windsor, Canada (2005) Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Auckland (2005) Postdoctoral Fellow, Scripps Institution of Oceanography (2006-2008) Postdoctoral Fellow, Dalhousie University (2008-2010) Mora's research spans interconnected lines focused on understanding biodiversity patterns and their modification by human activities, with particular emphasis on climate change impacts. His lab specializes in big data analytics applied to diverse environmental challenges including heatwaves, disease transmission, marine ecosystems, and even unconventional topics like Bitcoin's environmental footprint. The Mora Lab operates on a 'divide and conquer' approach to tackle large research questions by breaking data gathering into individual parts that can be concatenated into central databases. Mora has received the CSS Excellence in Research award (2014) for his significant contributions to environmental science. His influential publications include groundbreaking work on the global risk of deadly heat (2017), the projected timing of climate departure from historical variability (2013), and the finding that over half of known human pathogenic diseases can be aggravated by climate change (2022). CSS Excellence in Research (2014) Highly cited publications in Nature and Nature Climate Change Research featured in major international media outlets Development of innovative research methodologies for large-scale analyses Mora leads an active research group that engages students in the full scientific process from idea generation to publication. His approach to mentoring involves creating yearly classes where graduate students, professors, and international advisors collaborate to tackle significant research questions, with papers typically completed within a single semester. His Carbon Neutrality Challenge project, spearheaded by his daughter Asryelle Mora, provides a practical mechanism for individuals to offset carbon emissions through tree planting. The Mora Lab maintains a distinctive approach to environmental research, working on seemingly diverse topics from reef fishes to Bitcoin, united by their reliance on big data analytics. This interdisciplinary methodology has produced impactful research across multiple domains of environmental science and climate change impacts, establishing Mora as a significant contributor to our understanding of humanity's environmental challenges.

Weimin Huangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Radar Remote Sensing
• Ocean Remote Sensing
• GNSS Reflectometry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Weimin Huang is a full Professor in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where he has served since 2010 and became a full professor in 2019. He held the position of Department Deputy Head from 2020 to 2023. Education: BSc in Radio Physics (Radio Wave Propagation and Antennas), Wuhan University, 1995 MSc in Radio Physics (Radio Wave Propagation and Antennas), Wuhan University, 1997 PhD in Space Physics, Wuhan University, 2001 MEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2004 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland, 2007 Research Focus: Huang specializes in radar-based ocean remote sensing , with core expertise in high-frequency ground wave radar (HF radar) , GNSS Reflectometry , and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) . His work targets ocean surface parameter mapping including wind speed, oil spills, ship detection, and sea ice monitoring through advanced digital image processing and applied electromagnetics . Recent innovations integrate deep learning (CNNs, physics-informed models) with radar data for enhanced environmental monitoring. Publication Trends: His 2025 publications reveal a strong shift toward AI-driven solutions in remote sensing, with 5 high-impact papers in IEEE TGRS and Remote Sensing focusing on wind speed estimation (using GNSS-R and wavelet-CNN hybrids), oil spill mapping via SAR, ship detection with HF radar, and climate change analysis. These works demonstrate cross-disciplinary integration of machine learning with geophysical remote sensing. Scientific Awards: No awards were documented in the source material. Advising & Collaboration: With 358 co-authors including Bahram Salehi and Biyang Wen, Huang maintains a robust global research network. While specific student supervision isn't listed, his leadership role and publication volume indicate active graduate mentoring. The text mentions no grant details. Research Infrastructure: His work operates within Memorial University's engineering faculty, leveraging radar facilities for ocean sensing. Collaborations span institutions including Wuhan University and SUNY, suggesting participation in international radar remote sensing consortia focused on maritime applications.

Ben Tempertonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Host-virus interactions
• Bacteriophages
• Viral metagenomics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ben Temperton is an Associate Professor of Microbiology at the University of Exeter, where he leads the Temperton Lab within the School of Biosciences. His research focuses on understanding host-virus interactions in both environmental and clinical settings, with particular emphasis on bacteriophages and their applications in addressing antimicrobial resistance. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he led the SouthWest hub of the UK's genomic surveillance network (COG-UK), coordinating efforts that shaped government policy through real-time data. Dr. Temperton has an unconventional academic path, having first worked as a software engineer for several years before retraining as a microbiologist. His educational background includes: PhD in Microbiology from Queen's University Belfast (2009-2011) MSc in Information Technology (Software Engineering) from University of Nottingham (1998-1999) BSc in Chemistry from University of Birmingham (1995-1998) His research interests span multiple disciplines, focusing primarily on interactions between bacteriophages and their hosts. He has developed novel methods for long-read sequencing of viromes from marine and soil microbial communities, identifying previously unknown viral species. His work also includes high-throughput isolation of ecologically and clinically important viruses. A significant portion of his recent research involves the Citizen Phage Library, which he established as a national capability for providing characterized phages for compassionate use in treating drug-resistant bacterial infections. He leads a consortium developing the first multi-site AGILE clinical trial of phage therapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases in the UK. Dr. Temperton's publication record shows a strong focus on viral ecology, host-virus interactions, and applications of phage therapy. His recent work demonstrates increasing emphasis on translating basic research into clinical applications, particularly for antimicrobial resistance. He has also made significant contributions to genomic surveillance methods, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a mentor, Dr. Temperton leads a diverse research group with multiple PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and MbyRes students working on various aspects of viral ecology and phage therapy. His lab operates under a "Pirate Code" that emphasizes inclusivity, responsibility, professionalism, meticulousness, positivity, supportiveness, honesty, digital resilience, and inspiration. He collaborates with four industrial partners to help bring phage therapeutics to market and works closely with clinicians at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. Dr. Temperton's lab is part of several Exeter research networks including Exeter Marine, Health Technologies @Exeter, and Microbes and Society @Exeter, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his work that bridges environmental microbiology, clinical applications, and technological innovation.