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David Fletcher Wrightمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Paleontology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Phylogenetics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

David Fletcher Wright is an Assistant Professor of Paleobiology in the School of Geosciences at the University of Oklahoma and Assistant Curator of Invertebrate Paleontology at the Sam Noble Museum of Natural History. He also holds research associate appointments at the National Museum of Natural History and the American Museum of Natural History. Wright combines specimen-based fossil data with statistical phylogenetics to study biological diversity through Earth's history, focusing on echinoderms and their evolutionary radiations. Ph.D., The Ohio State University (2016) M.S., Ohio University (2012) B.S., University of Kansas (2010) His research intersects macroevolution , phylogenetic comparative methods , and the evolutionary history of marine invertebrates , particularly crinoids (sea lilies, feather stars). He applies Bayesian techniques to fossil phylogeny reconstruction and investigates how ecological vs. geological changes drive diversification and mass extinctions. His work often leverages the ~500-million-year echinoderm fossil record as a natural experiment for testing evolutionary theories. Wright's 15 most recent publications span topics like crinoid systematics, Jurassic sea star origins, and the impact of seawater chemistry on echinoderm evolution. Common themes include phylogenetic uncertainty, character evolution modeling, and integrating fossil data with molecular phylogenies. Notable journals include Nature Communications Biology , Papers in Palaeontology , and Biological Reviews . 2025 Junior Faculty Fellowship, University of Oklahoma 2024 NSF grant ($1.17M) for Late Ordovician extinction research 2018–2020 Gerstner Scholar & Lerner-Gray Fellow, American Museum of Natural History 2017–2018 Peter Buck Postdoctoral Fellow, National Museum of Natural History 2016 Presidential Fellow, The Ohio State University Wright advises students in phylogenetic paleobiology, including Phifer, E.J. His lab collaborates globally on projects like the Anticosti Island biodiversity initiative and systematic revisions of Paleozoic echinoderms. He has authored or co-authored 35 peer-reviewed publications, describing 26 new species and 20 higher taxa, with over 878 citations and an h-index of 17.

Cristian Román-Palaciosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Phylogenetics
• Biodiversity Drivers
• Paleoclimatic Reconstructions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Cristian Román-Palacios is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona, where he also serves as Coordinator and Advisor for the Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) and Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) programs. He is a core faculty member in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Management, Analysis and Visualization, and Environmental, Health and Biological Sciences. Education: PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Arizona (2020) BS in Biology, Universidad del Valle, Colombia (2015) His research lies at the intersection of phylogenetics, biodiversity modeling, and machine learning, focusing on large-scale biodiversity patterns, the impacts of climate change on species survival, and the development of statistical tools for paleoclimatic reconstructions. He employs computational and data-intensive methods to explore evolutionary and ecological questions across diverse taxa. His recent publications (2024–2025) demonstrate a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research, combining computational biology, geochemistry, climate science, and open-source software development. Key themes include biodiversity informatics (e.g., Animal Culture Database), paleoclimatic modeling (e.g., clumped isotope thermometry), reproducibility in science, and tools for collaborative research (e.g., LabOps, SSARP). His work increasingly integrates data science with biological and environmental applications. Scientific Contributions: Published over 25 peer-reviewed papers, many as first author Research featured in Science News, Popular Science, CNN, USA Today Developed open-source tools: phruta , treedata.table , SSARP , LabOps Cristian advises graduate students through the infosci-msadvise@arizona.edu email and Calendly appointments. He was previously a staff researcher at UCLA’s Tripati Lab. He leads initiatives such as the Southwest Center on Resilience for Climate Change and Health and promotes inclusive, collaborative science through online toolkits and leadership ecosystems aimed at addressing climate and social inequities. His lab, the Román-Palacios Lab, and involvement with the Data Diversity Lab reflect his commitment to open, reproducible, and equitable research practices in data-intensive biology.

Jimin Yuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paleoclimatology
• Oceanography
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jimin Yu is a Professor at the Research School of Earth Sciences (RSES) at the Australian National University (ANU). He holds tenured positions, including ARC Future Fellow (2015–2019), and has expertise in paleoclimatology, oceanography, and geochemistry. His research focuses on the global carbon cycle, ocean circulation changes, and the development of geochemical proxies to understand past climate systems. Education: Ph.D. in Paleoclimatology (2006), University of Cambridge M.Sc. in Mineralogy and Petrology (2002), Nanjing University B.Sc. in Geology (1999), Nanjing University Research Interests: Jimin Yu's work explores interactions between the atmosphere, oceans, and land biosphere through trace element and isotopic analyses. Key areas include: Carbonate system dynamics in deep-sea environments Development of proxies for seawater pH and carbonate ion saturation Reconstruction of past ocean circulation patterns using multi-proxy approaches Recent Research Trends: His publications highlight studies on Southern Ocean CO₂ release, Pacific deep-water circulation, and the role of meltwater in North Atlantic climate variability. These projects often integrate field data with numerical models to address unresolved mechanisms in Earth's climate system. Awards & Grants: ARC Discovery Project (DP140101393), 2014–2017 ARC Future Fellowship (FT140100993), 2015–2019 Teaching & Supervision: Course convener for Palaeoclimatology and Climate Change (EMSC3027/6027) . Supervises Ph.D. students in carbon cycle dynamics and paleoceanography, with current funding opportunities for motivated candidates. Labs & Facilities: Utilizes cutting-edge instrumentation like Neptune MC-ICP-MS and prepFAST MC systems for trace element analysis, supporting high-precision geochemical studies.

Sarah Allenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paleobotany
• Paleoecology
• Paleoclimatology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Allen is a Professor at Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with Penn State Altoona and the IEE Research Themes: Health and the Environment. Her research focuses on paleobotany, paleoecology, and paleoclimatology, particularly analyzing fossil floras to reconstruct past environments and biogeographic patterns. She has contributed significantly to understanding Eocene and Miocene ecosystems in North and South America. Her work spans topics such as leaf morphology, fossil fruit analysis, and climate modeling, with a strong emphasis on the Rocky Mountains and Andean regions. She has been recognized through tenure-line promotions at Penn State (2024) and has collaborated on projects like 'Coastal Carbon Dynamics in a Riparian Buffer Ecosystem, Lake Erie Basin.' Key research contributions include studies on the biogeography of Tetramelaceae, Miocene plant adaptations, and Eocene paleoclimate dynamics. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges paleontology, ecology, and geochemistry to address broader environmental questions.

Jostein Bakkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paleoclimatology
• Glaciology
• Sedimentology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Jostein Bakke is a leading figure in Quaternary Geology and Paleoclimatology at the University of Bergen , where he has been faculty since 2011. He serves as Director of the national infrastructure Earth surface sediment laboratory (EARTHLAB) since 2016 and leads the Centre for Integrated Earth System Science Education (iEarth) since 2020 - a National Centre of Excellence for modernizing Earth Science teaching. PhD in Quaternary Geology (2004, University of Bergen) Master in Physical Geography (1999, University of Bergen & UNIS) His research focuses on reconstructing past climates through glacier dynamics and sediment analysis, with fieldwork spanning both hemispheres and the Himalayas. He pioneered methods for estimating glacier size from lake sediments and studying climate-society interactions in the Arctic. His work bridges traditional geoscience with societal applications and climate education reform. Key scientific recognition includes the Fulbright Arctic Chair Award (2011-2012). He has published 83 peer-reviewed papers with an h-index of 34, appearing in top journals like Nature Geoscience and Quaternary Science Reviews , and has contributed to 12 book chapters and 33 popular science articles.

• Regional Climate Modeling
• Paleoclimatology
• Extreme Weather Events
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Patrick Ludwig is a Group Leader in Regional Climate Modeling at the Institute for Meteorology and Climate Research Tropospheric Research (IMK-TRO) of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) since 2023. Previously, he was a Research Associate at KIT (2017-2023) and the University of Cologne (2013-2017), where he earned his PhD (2014) and Diploma in Meteorology (2008). His work spans climate dynamics, paleoclimatology, and extreme weather analysis. Research Focus : Regional climate modeling (ICON-CLM), high-impact weather systems (winter storms, floods), Last Glacial Maximum climate, and human-climate interactions in the Quaternary period. Projects : SCENIC (extreme weather storylines), CEDIM (drought impacts on Rhine discharge), UDAG (climate adaptation in Germany), and decadal climate prediction initiatives. Teaching : Courses in Climatology (BSc), Synoptic Meteorology (BSc), IPCC Report seminars (MSc), and Climate Modeling with ICON (MSc) since 2017. His publications analyze climate extremes, dust cycles, and prehistoric human-environment relationships using models and proxy data. Collaborative work includes interdisciplinary flood analysis (July 2021) and machine learning applications for subseasonal weather prediction.

Lutz Kindlerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Taphonomy
• Zooarchaeology
• Paleolithic
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lutz Kindler serves as a Lecturer at the University of Mainz and as a scientific Assistant at MONREPOS Archaeological Research Centre and Museum for Human Behavioural Evolution, part of the Leibniz Center for Archaeology. He has maintained these positions since 2004 and 2003 respectively, establishing himself as a prominent researcher in Paleolithic archaeology. Dr. Kindler earned his Master's degree in 2002 from the University of Cologne with studies spanning Prehistory and Early History, Ancient History, Geology/Paleontology, and Biology. He completed his doctorate in Prehistory and Early History at the University of Mainz in 2007. His academic credentials reflect the interdisciplinary nature of his research approach. His primary research interests encompass Taphonomy, Zooarchaeology, Paleolithic studies, Paleoecology, human evolution, Human ecology, and Nutrition and subsistence. Through meticulous analysis of faunal remains and stable isotope studies, Kindler has significantly advanced our understanding of Neanderthal hunting practices, landscape utilization, and adaptation to interglacial environments. His work demonstrates that Neanderthals possessed sophisticated ecological knowledge and hunting capabilities previously underestimated by scholars. Analysis of Dr. Kindler's publication record reveals a consistent focus on Neanderthal exploitation of large mammals, particularly straight-tusked elephants, and the reconstruction of Pleistocene environments through interdisciplinary approaches. His research at the Neumark-Nord site in Germany has been particularly influential, showing that Neanderthals actively hunted elephants weighing up to 13 metric tons during the Last Interglacial period. His methodological approach integrates zooarchaeology, stable isotope analysis, and GIS-based spatial analysis to reconstruct past human behaviors and ecological contexts. This comprehensive methodology has produced groundbreaking insights into Neanderthal social organization, suggesting either temporary aggregation in larger groups than previously believed or sophisticated methods of food preservation. Dr. Kindler's research has been conducted primarily at key Pleistocene sites in Germany, including Neumark-Nord, Balver Cave, and other locations that provide critical insights into Neanderthal adaptations during different climatic periods. His work challenges simplistic views of Neanderthals as cognitively inferior to modern humans, instead portraying them as sophisticated hunters with complex social structures and deep ecological knowledge.

Oana Dumitruمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sea level reconstruction
• Paleoclimatology
• Geochronology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Oana Dumitru is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Florida. She specializes in carbonate geochemistry and paleoclimatology, focusing on reconstructing past sea levels and climate changes using fossil corals and cave deposits. Her geochronological expertise includes U-Th and U-Pb dating techniques to establish precise timelines for geological materials. Education: Ph.D. Geology (University of South Florida, 2019). Research interests include sea-level reconstruction, paleoclimatology, and geochronology. Her work emphasizes leveraging fossil corals and speleothems as climate proxies to understand glacial-interglacial cycles. Recent studies focus on the Last Interglacial period, investigating ice sheet contributions to sea-level changes in the Bahamas, Turks and Caicos Islands, and Barbados. Publications highlight advancements in U-series dating accuracy, collaborative intercalibration efforts, and probabilistic sea-level modeling. Notable contributions include the 2020 Quaternary Young Investigator Award. Research activities integrate fieldwork in tropical and Mediterranean regions with laboratory geochemical analyses. Current projects address long-term coastal uplift history and anthropogenic impacts revealed in cave guano chemistry.

Fred Andrusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paleoclimatology
• Geochemistry
• Sclerochronology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fred Andrus is a Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Alabama , specializing in reconstructing paleoclimate and paleoenvironment through sclerochronological and isotopic analysis of marine and freshwater mollusk shells, coralline algae, and fish otoliths. His work bridges paleoclimatology , isotope geochemistry , and human-environment interaction across diverse regions including the Southeastern US , Pacific coast , Aleutian Islands , coastal Peru , and Greenland . Education: PhD in Geology, University of Georgia (2000) MA in Anthropology, University of Georgia (1995) BA in Anthropology, University of Georgia (1990) His research develops high-resolution climate proxies using stable oxygen and carbon isotopes for temperature and salinity reconstruction, alongside nitrogen isotopes for pollution tracking. His lab group (2025) includes students analyzing mollusk shells for El Niño variability , sea ice extent , and human coastal adaptation . Recent publications focus on shell ring chronology in the Georgia coast (2024), ammonite aptychi analysis (2024), and Antarctic sea-ice proxies (2024). He has mentored 15+ graduate students in projects spanning Quaternary ecology , upwelling systems , and prehistoric resource management . Scientific Awards: Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute fellowship for Hillary Sletten (2016) Advising: PhD/MS students in Alabama , Georgia , and South Carolina Collaborations with institutions in Boston , Western Washington , and Smithsonian

Armelle Ballianمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Stable Isotope Analysis
• Paleoclimatology
• Geochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Armelle Ballian is a Research Scientist in the Climatology and the Biosphere group at the Geo- and Environmental Research Centre (GUZ) at the University of Tübingen, Germany. She is part of the Faculty of Science, Department of Geosciences, where she combines stable isotope analysis with cave monitoring to investigate environmental processes and paleoclimate dynamics across various timescales. Armelle's educational background includes: Geology studies at Saint-Étienne (France) and Freiburg im Breisgau PhD at the Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre (BiK-F) in Frankfurt am Main, focusing on reconstructing the Miocene surface uplift history of the European Alps using stable and clumped isotope methods Armelle is a geochemist and paleoclimatologist dedicated to understanding regional and global paleoclimate and paleoenvironmental dynamics. Her research bridges modern and ancient systems, using observations of present-day environmental changes to inform reconstructions of past climate and environmental history. She specializes in stable isotope analysis of water samples and active monitoring of cave systems to investigate environmental processes. Her work particularly focuses on reconstructing the Miocene surface uplift history of the European Alps within a paleoclimatic framework, using stable and clumped isotope methods in collaboration with the University of Tübingen. Analysis of Armelle's recent publications reveals a strong focus on paleoclimatology and geochemistry, particularly using stable isotope methods to reconstruct past climate conditions. Her research spans multiple geographic regions including the European Alps, the northern Mediterranean, and coastal Thailand. A key theme across her work is understanding how surface uplift of mountain ranges like the Alps has influenced regional climate patterns throughout the Miocene epoch. She frequently employs climate modeling approaches to compare with empirical data, creating a robust framework for paleoelevation estimates and climate reconstructions. Her methodological expertise includes triple clumped isotope analysis of carbonates, which represents cutting-edge techniques in paleothermometry. Armelle collaborates extensively with researchers across institutions including the University of Tübingen, Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre, and international partners. Her work involves field studies in diverse locations such as Thailand (Chanthaburi), France (Digne-Valensole basin), Austria (Mölltal Valley), and Spain (Armantes section), demonstrating her commitment to empirical data collection across different environmental settings. Armelle is an active member of the Climatology and the Biosphere workgroup at the Geo- and Environmental Research Centre, where she contributes to the group's research on climate dynamics across different timescales. Her work on cave monitoring systems provides valuable data for understanding both contemporary environmental processes and past climate conditions, bridging the gap between modern observations and paleoclimate reconstructions.

• Paleoceanography
• Marine Geology
• Micropaleontology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lester Lembke-Jene is a Senior Research Scientist in the Marine Geology Section at the Alfred Wegener Institute (AWI), specializing in paleoceanography, marine geology, and micropaleontology. His research focuses on reconstructing past oceanographic and climatic changes in the subarctic Pacific, Southern Ocean, and Antarctic marginal seas. He employs proxy methods like foraminiferal isotopic composition to study ocean currents, carbon cycle dynamics, and environmental changes. Key responsibilities include curating the AWI Sediment Core Repository and coordinating marine coring equipment. He leads the XRF-Scanning Lab and has contributed to projects such as the IMPAC3.5T grant investigating Pacific Southern Ocean carbon cycle impacts on climate shifts. His work spans multidisciplinary collaborations, including roles in the International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) and editorial boards like Discover Oceans . Notable research interests include Antarctic Circumpolar Current dynamics, methane seeps, and operational oceanography in extreme environments. He has published extensively on topics like millennial-scale current variability, geomagnetic excursion records, and machine learning applications in sediment analysis.

• Stratigraphy
• Sedimentology
• Seismic Hazards
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stefano Lugli is a Full Professor at the Department of Chemical and Geological Sciences of the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. His research focuses on stratigraphy, sedimentology, and geological hazards, with particular emphasis on the Messinian Salinity Crisis, seismic liquefaction, and karst systems. He teaches advanced courses on integrated stratigraphy, astrochronology, and geological mapping. His work combines field studies, laboratory analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches. Key projects include investigations into the timing and environmental impacts of the Messinian Salinity Crisis, liquefaction mechanisms in alluvial plains, and UNESCO World Heritage nominations for evaporite karst systems in the Northern Apennines. Recent studies highlight his contributions to understanding earthquake-induced ground failures, such as during the 2012 Emilia and 2020 Petrinja earthquakes. Lugli also applies geochronological methods (e.g., radiocarbon, thermoluminescence) to reconstruct historical building damage and restoration chronologies, such as in Modena Cathedral. His research bridges geological processes with societal applications, including natural hazard mitigation and cultural heritage preservation.

Stephen Grimesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Stable Isotope Geochemistry
• Paleoclimatology
• Geochemical Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen Grimes is an Associate Professor in Stable Isotope Geochemistry and Climate Change at the University of Plymouth's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. With a career spanning over two decades, he has supervised numerous PhD and Master's students, including Dr. Camille Dusséaux (2019), Dr. Mohammed Chaanda (2016), and Ms. Lucy Full (MGeol 2013/14). His roles have included Senior Tutor and Earth Sciences Programme Manager (2012-2016), and he holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (2004). Education: Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (2004) Dr. Grimes specializes in paleoclimatic reconstruction using stable isotopes and geochemical proxies. His work spans critical climate events such as the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Maximum (PETM), Eocene-Oligocene transitions, and Permian-Triassic extinctions. He applies multi-proxy approaches to terrestrial and marine sediments, focusing on isotope stratigraphy, fluid-rock interactions, and planetary geology analogues. His recent publications (2023-2018) examine volcanic impacts on climate change, Martian volcanism analogues, and PETM sediment dynamics. Articles demonstrate expertise in carbon isotopes, mercury records, and flood basalt comparisons across planetary bodies. Keywords include Paleoclimatology, Geochemistry, and Comparative Planetology. Supervised students have explored topics ranging from London Clay Formation analysis (Ms. Charis Vale) to ocean acidification effects (Ms. Tracey Aze). He mentors Nuffield Foundation undergraduates and collaborates internationally, including Universidad Complutense de Madrid and Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University. Key Institutions: University of Plymouth Faculty of Science and Engineering

William Deflieseمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Clumped Isotope Geochemistry
• Sedimentary Geochemistry
• Paleoclimate Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. William Defliese is a Senior Lecturer in Geochemistry at the University of Queensland's School of the Environment. He holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Michigan (2014) and has held postdoctoral positions at UCLA and Texas A&M University before joining UQ in 2019. His research focuses on clumped isotope geochemistry, sedimentary processes, and paleoclimate reconstruction. He leads the Carbonate Research and Geochemistry group, advancing methodologies in clumped isotope analysis and their application to diagenesis, basin analysis, and halogen geochemistry. Key areas include clumped isotope reordering kinetics, carbonate sedimentation/diagenesis, and halogen distribution in marine sediments. He collaborates with ANZIC/IODP on oceanographic studies. Recent work explores Holocene climate change impacts on cultural evolution in Northwest India, Cretaceous oceanic anoxic events, and Snowball Earth glaciation effects on ocean isotopes. His lab develops halogen analysis techniques (combustion ion chromatography) to address gaps in oceanic sediment budgets. Defliese has supervised multiple Ph.D. projects on topics like monsoon variability, carbonate clumped isotope heterogeneity, and halogen recycling in sediments. Current funding includes projects on halogen content in oceanic sediments and coral paleoenvironmental proxies. His >30 publications span clumped isotope calibration, basin thermal history, and diagenetic processes. Lab facilities include carbonate precipitation labs and advanced geochemical instrumentation.

Julie B. Retrumمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Quaternary Paleoclimate Reconstructions
• Carbonate Geology
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julie B. Retrum is an Instructor in the Department of Geology and Geological Engineering at the University of Mississippi. She has held this position since 2017, following roles as a Research and Teaching Associate at Khalifa University (2014-2017) and Postdoctoral positions at the University of Minnesota (2010-2013). Education includes: Ph.D. in Geology from University of Kansas (2010) M.S. in Geology from University of Kansas (2004) B.A. in Geology, Statistics, and Biology from University of Minnesota–Morris (2001-2002) Research focuses on reconstructing past climates through geochemical and paleontological proxies, with emphasis on carbonate systems and isotopic analyses. Recent projects involve calibrating coral thermometry in extreme Persian Gulf environments and dating archaeological sites using coral samples. Research trends from publications show consistent focus on: High-resolution paleoclimate reconstructions using speleothems and lacustrine sediments Development of novel geochronological methods Neoichnological approaches to interpret trace fossils Multiproxy analysis of Quaternary environments