جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

JoAnna Pobleteمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Colonialism and Empire
• U.S. Imperialism
• Migration and Labor
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

JoAnna Poblete is an Associate Professor of History in the Department of History at Claremont Graduate University, part of the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. She specializes in U.S. imperialism, colonialism, migration, labor, and environmental and indigenous histories, with a regional focus on the Pacific, Caribbean, and unincorporated U.S. territories. Her educational background includes a PhD and MA in History from UCLA and a BA from the University of California, Davis. PhD, History, UCLA MA, History, UCLA BA, University of California, Davis Her research lies at the intersection of colonialism, identity, and environmental justice. She employs oral history and comparative methodologies to examine the lived experiences of colonized peoples in Hawai‘i, American Sāmoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Her work bridges Asian-American, Pacific Islander, and Caribbean studies, emphasizing the interconnectedness of U.S. imperial practices across regions. Her publications reflect a consistent focus on labor, gender, environment, and indigenous resistance. Her recent articles explore women’s activism in St. Croix, marine practices in American Sāmoa, and Filipinx American identity. Her books, Islanders in the Empire and Balancing the Tides , demonstrate a deep engagement with comparative colonial labor systems and environmental policy under U.S. imperialism. She has received significant recognition for her scholarship and teaching: Best Book Award in History, Association for Asian American Studies (2018) Faculty Diversity Award for Outstanding Teaching, Claremont Colleges (2018) Poblete has secured research support for her projects, including public digital archives such as the St. Croix Community Health Archive. She mentors graduate students and teaches courses in oral history, Pacific worlds, immigration, and environmental indigeneity. Her work is widely disseminated through open-access publishing and public scholarship, including podcast interviews on the New Books Network. She leads research initiatives centered on community health in the U.S. Virgin Islands and maintains a public digital archive to preserve and share local knowledge. Her projects often involve collaboration with affected communities, reflecting a commitment to ethical and engaged scholarship.

Andrés Reséndezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early European Exploration
• Colonization of the Americas
• U.S.-Mexico Border Region
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrés Reséndez is a Professor at the University of California, Davis, specializing in the history of European exploration, colonization of the Americas, and cross-cultural interactions in the Pacific. Holding a Ph.D. in History from the University of Chicago, he has taught at Yale, the University of Helsinki, and UC Davis. Education: Ph.D. in History (University of Chicago, 1997), B.A. in International Relations (El Colegio de México, 1992) His research focuses on: Early European maritime expansion and Pacific voyages Indigenous enslavement systems in the Americas Borderlands history of the U.S.-Mexico frontier Transoceanic biological and cultural exchanges His publications examine pivotal moments in colonial history and their long-term impacts. He has received major awards including the Bancroft Prize and National Book Award finalist recognition for The Other Slavery , and prestigious fellowships like the Andrew Carnegie Fellowship and Ritchie Distinguished Fellowship.

• Taxonomy
• Molecular Biology
• Phylogenetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Raupach is the Head of Section Hemiptera at the Zoological State Collection Munich (ZSM) within the Bavarian State Natural Science Collections (SNSB) . His research integrates molecular techniques with traditional taxonomy to address systematics, biodiversity assessment, and phylogenetic relationships in Hemiptera and other arthropod groups. Key affiliations: ZSM, SNSB, German Research Foundation (DFG) projects Primary roles: Section Head, Researcher, Scientific Editor Dr. Raupach specializes in DNA barcoding and phylogenetic analysis of marine and terrestrial invertebrates, particularly Carabidae beetles , Isopoda crustaceans , and Hemiptera bugs . His work reveals cryptic species , glacial refugia , and deep-sea colonization patterns . His publications demonstrate expertise in mitogenome phylogeny , species delineation , and bioinformatic approaches to biodiversity. Collaborations span Antarctic marine ecology , German freshwater arthropods , and global crustacean systematics . Scientific Awards Recipient of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany Leadership in national DNA barcoding initiatives Dr. Raupach actively contributes to peer-reviewed journals , scientific conferences , and public biodiversity education . His work bridges morphological taxonomy with next-generation sequencing to resolve long-standing classification challenges.

Rüdiger Bielerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Taxonomy
• Marine Biology
• Evolutionary Systematics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rüdiger Bieler serves as Curator (Research Professor) in the Integrative Research Center at the Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, and is a Member of the Committee on Evolutionary Biology at the University of Chicago. His dual institutional affiliation bridges museum-based organismal research with academic evolutionary biology training. His research centers on evolutionary systematics and taxonomy of marine Mollusca, particularly Gastropoda and Bivalvia, integrating morphological, paleontological, and molecular data. Key focus areas include: Development of collections-based research methodologies Large-scale specimen and data management systems Bivalve Assembling-the-Tree-of-Life (BivAToL) initiatives Coral reef restoration ecology in the Florida Keys Marine biogeography and biodiversity assessment His work frequently addresses conservation challenges through systematic frameworks. Bieler's editorial leadership includes significant contributions to PeerJ as Editor (2,100+ contributions) and involvement with WoRMS (marinespecies.org) and MolluscaBase.org. His research infrastructure development supports global taxonomic efforts through digital platforms and specimen databases. Professional leadership roles include past presidency of both the American Malacological Society and the International Society for Malacology (Unitas), reflecting his standing in the malacological community. Current service includes the WoRMS steering committee and chief editorship for MolluscaBase.org. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in marine biodiversity documentation, with recent emphasis on: Discovery of novel anatomical features in mollusks Island biogeography patterns in remote archipelagos Adaptive radiation mechanisms in marine invertebrates Integration of micro-fragmentation techniques for reef restoration Methodological innovations in species diversity estimation and mark-recapture adaptations for taxonomic work represent cross-disciplinary contributions.

Kerry Whittakerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marine Microbiology
• Oceanography
• Marine Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kerry Whittaker serves as Associate Professor of Coastal and Marine Environmental Science within the Ocean Studies Department at Maine Maritime Academy's Corning School of Ocean Studies. Since joining MMA in 2020, she has developed the new Coastal and Marine Environmental Science (CMES) program, teaching courses including Introduction to Oceanography, Coastal Resource Management, and Land Margin Ecosystems. Prior to MMA, she held positions as Assistant Professor of Oceanography at Sea Education Association (sailing as Chief Scientist on tall ships in Pacific/Atlantic Oceans) and Faculty Chair of Coastal Studies for Girls. Her educational credentials include a B.A. in English and Environmental Science from Colby College (2008) and a Ph.D. in Oceanography from the University of Rhode Island's Graduate School of Oceanography (2014). Dr. Whittaker's research centers on ecological, physical, and evolutionary processes generating oceanic diversity, with emphasis on marine microbes. She employs molecular ecology and population genetics across taxa and ecosystems—from diatoms to dragonfish, polar regions to mesopelagic zones—with phytoplankton (especially diatoms) as her primary focus. Her work bridges field-based oceanography with molecular techniques to address conservation challenges, including endangered species policy under the U.S. Endangered Species Act. Her recent publications reveal interdisciplinary trends spanning microbial colonization of volcanic islands, Sargasso Sea bacterioplankton dynamics, phytoplankton microbiome structures, and genetic divergence in pelagic Sargassum, demonstrating consistent integration of molecular biology, oceanography, and conservation policy across marine ecosystems. Her scientific recognition includes the Sea Grant Knauss Fellowship (2014), during which she advanced endangered species listings at NOAA Fisheries' Office of Protected Resources. As an educator, Dr. Whittaker passionately merges oceanographic research with undergraduate experiential learning. She has extensive at-sea teaching experience aboard research vessels worldwide and advocates for scientific inquiry through sea-going field work, believing it provides profound perspective on human impacts on marine environments. Her media appearances include NASA Earth Expeditions, WCAI Living Lab Radio, and Maine Public Radio.

Andrew Babbinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Chemical Oceanography
• Marine Microbiology
• Nitrogen Cycling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrew Babbin is the Cecil and Ida Green Career Development Professor and Associate Professor of Chemical Oceanography and Marine Microbiology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences (EAPS). He joined MIT as faculty in 2017 after serving as an NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Civil and Environmental Engineering (2014-2016). In 2024, he was appointed Mission Co-director for the MIT Climate Project's 'Restoring the Atmosphere, Protecting the Land and Oceans' initiative. He holds a B.S. in Earth and Environmental Engineering (minor in Applied Mathematics) from Columbia University (2008) and a Ph.D. in Geosciences from Princeton University (2014). Research Focus Dr. Babbin leads the Bablab research group, investigating microbial interactions with chemical environments to understand climate regulation. Key research areas include ocean biogeochemistry, nitrogen cycling, carbon sequestration, and greenhouse gas dynamics. His work combines field expeditions across global oceans, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling to study microbial control of atmospheric gases. Publication Trends His recent publications (2021-2023) demonstrate a strong focus on marine nitrogen cycling, particularly in oxygen-deficient zones. Research themes include microbial niche partitioning in anoxic environments, denitrification dynamics in marine particles, and novel bacterial/archaeal metabolisms. Methodologically, his team employs microfluidics, genomics, and isotope tracing to resolve microscale biogeochemical processes. Awards and Honors National Science Foundation CAREER Award (2022) Cecil and Ida Green Career Development Professor (2021) Simons Foundation Early Career Investigator (2019) MIT First Year Advisor Rookie of the Year (2019) MIT Sea Grant Doherty Professor (2018) Academic Engagement He actively integrates undergraduates into climate research and advises graduate students through the MIT-WHOI Joint Program. His educational initiatives include developing high school chemistry modules with oceanography contexts and creating hands-on MIT lab courses. Current projects include NSF-funded work on marine snow carbon transport and J-WAFS-supported development of nitrogen-scrubbing biocapsules. Institutional Leadership As Climate Mission Co-director, he coordinates MIT-wide efforts to develop atmospheric restoration and ocean protection strategies. His lab collaborates globally with research institutions in Mexico, Israel, Ukraine, and Norway to study extreme marine environments and develop biotechnological solutions for water treatment.

• Evolutionary biology
• Biogeography
• Phylogenetics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nicholas Matzke is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Biological Sciences , University of Auckland, New Zealand. His research revolutionizes biogeography by integrating extinction, fossils, organismal traits, and paleogeography into computationally efficient frameworks. Education: PhD in Integrative Biology (2013), University of California, Berkeley MA in Geography (2003), University of California, Santa Barbara Double BSc in Biology and Chemistry (1998), Valparaiso University Dr. Matzke's research spans three major domains: phylogenetic biogeography (developing methods to model trait-dependent dispersal), bacterial flagellum evolution (collaborating on experimental and bioinformatic analyses), and macroevolutionary modeling (integrating fossils and morphological data). His work on the FBD-MSC model and trait-dependent dispersal has transformed divergence time estimation and biogeographical inference. Recent publications show consistent focus on: Integrating molecular and fossil data in phylogenies Quantifying trait-dispersal interactions in rails and crocodiles Modeling historical biogeography using BioGeoBEARS Reconstructing evolutionary timelines with Bayesian methods His 2021 work on Caninae phylogeny demonstrates the power of combined MSC-FBD approaches, while 2019 studies on crocodilian range expansion revealed unexpected trait-dispersal correlations. Scientific Recognition: 2015-2018: Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA) Fellow at Australian National University 2017: Associate Fellow of The Higher Education Academy As an accredited PhD supervisor with active Marsden Grant projects, Dr. Matzke trains students in phylogenetics, computational modeling, and paleogeographic reconstruction. His lab combines custom software development with empirical studies across diverse taxa, from Rana frogs to Crocodylus crocodiles.

Shawn Arellanoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Deep-sea Ecology
• Larval Ecology
• Marine Invertebrate Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shawn Arellano, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Biology Department at Western Washington University (WWU), affiliated with the Marine and Coastal Sciences Program. He leads the Arellano Larval Lab at WWU’s Shannon Point Marine Center, focusing on deep-sea larval ecology and hydrothermal vent communities. His research investigates larval dispersal mechanisms, symbiont-larval interactions, and the role of microbial biofilms in larval settlement. Education: PhD in Biology (Marine Biology), University of Oregon, Oregon Institute of Marine Biology BS in Biology (Cell Biology, Organismal Biology), University of Kansas Research Interests: Deep-sea ecology, larval behavior, marine invertebrate biology, and climate impacts on larval development. His work combines field studies at hydrothermal vents with lab-based molecular and proteomic analyses to understand larval settlement cues and community recovery. Grants & Projects: NSF-funded project (OCE-1948580) investigating microbial biofilms’ role in larval settlement at hydrothermal vents Collaborations with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and Rutgers University Development of the Marine Science Scholars program at WWU to mentor undergraduates Labs & Teams: The Arellano Larval Lab focuses on deep-sea exploration using submersibles like Alvin. Current projects include studies on larval dispersal at East Pacific Rise vents and impacts of volcanic eruptions on benthic communities.

Karl Wegmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geomorphology
• Active Tectonics
• Paleoseismology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Karl Wegmann is a Professor and Associate Head of the Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (MEAS) department at North Carolina State University. He holds a faculty fellowship at the Center for Geospatial Analytics. His research focuses on Earth surface processes, integrating geospatial analysis with field investigations to study landscape responses to tectonic and climatic forces. Key areas include geomorphology, active tectonics, paleoseismology, and geoarchaeology. Education: Ph.D. (2008, Lehigh University), M.S. (1999, University of New Mexico), B.A. (1996, Whitman College). Research emphasizes landslide dynamics, paleoclimatic reconstructions, and planetary geoarchaeology. Notable projects include studies in Mongolia, Greece, and the Pacific Northwest. He teaches courses in geology, natural hazards, and field geology. His work bridges disciplines, applying remote sensing and machine learning to geohazard assessment and cultural heritage preservation. Scientific achievements include the 2023 NCSU Outstanding Teaching Award. Ongoing research explores lunar anthropocene frameworks and Martian surface processes. Collaborative projects involve students in global fieldwork and innovative geospatial methodologies.

• Contemporary History
• Colonial History
• Pacific Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Manzano Cosano is a researcher affiliated with the Department of Geography, History and Philosophy (as per provided data). His academic career spans 2018-2022 with ongoing research in Spanish colonial history in the Pacific. Education: PhD in Contemporary History from Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2015) PhD in Contemporary History from Universidad Pablo de Olavide (2023) Research focuses on Spanish imperial presence in the Pacific, including: • Colonial boundary formation (1789-1900) • Micronesian geopolitics transitioning from Spanish to American influence • Historical demography of Pacific islands • Imperial ideologies and maritime geopolitics Publications reveal strong specialization in: • Spanish-Pacific colonial narratives • Cartographic boundary construction • Postcolonial analysis of Micronesian territories

• HIV Cellular Virology
• Cell Biology of HIV
• Microscopic Imaging of HIV
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Thomas J. Hope is a Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Biomedical Engineering at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and McCormick School of Engineering. His research focuses on HIV Cellular Virology, utilizing cell biology approaches to study HIV transmission and prevention. He leads the Hope Lab, which has pioneered imaging techniques for visualizing HIV interactions with cells and tissues. PhD: University of California, Berkeley (1988) Postdoctoral Fellow: University of California, San Francisco (1992) Dr. Hope's research centers on HIV Cellular Virology, with emphasis on the cell biology of HIV transmission. His lab has developed advanced imaging techniques for fluorescent labeling of HIV particles and viral proteins, enabling researchers to track virions and infected cells from tissue culture to whole animal models. His work spans from virus entry and assembly to defining the earliest steps of sexual transmission of HIV, with recent expansion into HIV-related mucosal immunology and prevention science. The Hope Lab uses imaging-based tools to define viral and host factors during HIV transmission in physiologically relevant contexts. Analysis of Dr. Hope's recent publications reveals a strong focus on HIV transmission mechanisms, particularly through mucosal tissues, with increasing attention to SARS-CoV-2 research since the pandemic. His work combines advanced imaging techniques with molecular and cell biology approaches, with significant emphasis on developing prevention strategies including vaccine and microbicide research. The research shows progression from fundamental HIV cell biology to applied prevention science, with growing collaboration across disciplines including immunology, microbiome research, and medical imaging. A Wannabe Photographers 30 Year Journey to Image HIV / Keynote Speaker, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) (2022) Dr. Hope serves in multiple editorial and advisory capacities including as Section Editor for PloS Pathogens (2011-Present), former Editor-in-Chief of AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses (2009-2020), and member of amfAR Scientific Advisory Committee (1999-Present). His research has secured significant funding, including a $17 million NIH grant for HIV prevention research focused on developing an implantable drug delivery system. He co-chairs the AIDS Panel for the U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Science Program and participates in the Organizing Committee for Emerging Infectious Diseases of the Pacific Rim. The Hope Lab utilizes imaging-based tools to define key viral and host players during HIV transmission in physiologically relevant contexts. The lab's approach enables direct visualization of HIV/SIV particles, mucosal tissue barriers, host target or effector cells, and infected cells. This work supports in vivo PK/PD studies using systemic and topical PrEP approaches, providing unique insights into the space and time of the earliest events of HIV transmission and prevention.

Christopher S. Beekmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mesoamerican archaeology
• Sociopolitical organization
• Settlement archaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christopher S. Beekman is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Colorado Denver, where he has taught since 2001. His research focuses on sociopolitical practices in ancient western Mexico, particularly analyzing interactions between regional groups and employing multidisciplinary methods to deconstruct static models of subsistence and settlement. Current projects include reanalyzing unpublished collections from Los Guachimontones with Dr. Verenice Heredia Espinoza Directed excavations at Llano Grande and Navajas sites Survey work in La Primavera region and Magdalena Valley His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation, Foundation for Mesoamerican Studies, Inc., and the University of Colorado Denver. Dr. Beekman has held prestigious residential fellowships at Dumbarton Oaks, Sainsbury Research Unit, and the Getty Research Institute. Key publications include co-authored volumes on La Cerámica Arqueológica de la Tradición Teuchitlán and co-edited works on nonlinear modeling, shaft tombs, and Mesoamerican migration patterns. He has contributed chapters to edited volumes and articles in journals like Latin American Antiquity and Ancient Mesoamerica .

• Maritime Southeast Asian History
• Modern History of Southeast Asia-Japan Relations
• Ethno-history
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shinzo Hayase is a Professor at the Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies , Waseda University, with a Ph.D. from Murdoch University (Australia). His academic journey spans prestigious institutions like Osaka City University and Kagoshima University. Education : The University of Tokyo (Oriental History), Murdoch University (History Programme) Research Interests focus on Maritime Southeast Asian History , Modern Southeast Asia-Japan Relations , Ethno-history , and Philippine-Japan Historical Disputes . His recent work analyzes colonial-era newspapers, economic statistics, and war memory landscapes. Scientific Awards : Masahira Ohira Memorial Prize (2004) Research Projects include studies on maritime boundary disputes, Japanese colonial history in the Philippines, and transnational war memory analysis. He has conducted fieldwork across Southeast Asia and Australia. Professional Memberships encompass the Japan Association for Asian Studies, Philippine National Historical Society, and Association for Asian Studies (USA). His Books like Globalizing Yasukuni Controversy and Japanese in Modern Philippine History are seminal contributions.

• Indigenous Metaphysics
• Māori Philosophy
• Decolonial Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Carl Mika (Tuhourangi iwi) is Head of School and Professor at Aotahi School of Maori and Indigenous Studies, University of Canterbury. He has held these positions since July 2023 and September 2021 respectively, and is actively engaged in research, teaching, and leadership within the field of Indigenous philosophies. Professor Mika's research focuses on Indigenous metaphysics and ontologies, particularly Māori concepts of nothingness and darkness as counterpoints to Enlightenment thinking. His scholarly work examines the intersections of colonization, reductionism, and Indigenous knowledge systems. He is currently exploring how Māori philosophical concepts can inform academic writing and contribute to discussions around mātauranga Māori and science. His research interests span Indigenous metaphysics, decolonial theory, Māori philosophy, educational philosophy, and the intersections of Western and Indigenous thought traditions. Professor Mika's work consistently challenges colonial frameworks while advancing Indigenous knowledge systems and perspectives. Professor Mika has received significant recognition for his scholarly contributions, including the 2024 University of Canterbury Research Medal and the 2024 University of Canterbury Faculty of Arts Kairangahau Māori Award. He is also a Fellow of the Philosophy of Education Society of Australasia (PESA) and received the PESA annual book award in 2017. As an active supervisor, Professor Mika has guided numerous Master's and Doctoral students through research projects exploring diverse aspects of Māori and Indigenous philosophies, metaphysics, identity, and cultural revitalization. His supervision portfolio demonstrates a commitment to fostering the next generation of Indigenous scholars. Professor Mika has contributed to significant research projects, including serving as a named investigator for the 'Sámi mánná jurddavázzin – Sámi Children as Thought Herders' project funded by the Swedish Research Council (2020-2023), which focused on storytelling and philosophical inquiries in Indigenous Early Years Education.

Robert Markleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Literary Studies
• Colonialism and Postcolonialism
• Science Fiction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Markley is the W.D. and Sara E. Trowbridge Professor of English at the University of Illinois, affiliated with the Unit for Criticism and Interpretive Theory and the Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies. His research bridges early modern literature, colonial studies, and science fiction, with a focus on intersections between literary imagination and scientific exploration. Key research interests include 17th- and 18th-century literature, the representation of China and the Pacific in English texts, and the cultural history of Mars exploration. His major works include *The Far East and the English Imagination, 1600–1730* and *Dying Planet: Mars in Science and the Imagination*, which explore how scientific and colonial discourses shape literary narratives. Editorial roles include co-editing *AnthropoScene: The SLSA Book Series* and *The Eighteenth Century: Theory and Interpretation*. He has been recognized with a Locus Award (Non-Fiction Finalist, 2020) for contributions to speculative and environmental humanities.