جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jo Middletonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Medical parasitology
• Scabies and acarine diseases
• Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jo Middleton is a Research Fellow at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), jointly appointed in the Department of Primary Care and Public Health and the Department of Global Health and Infection. They also hold a position in the School of Life Sciences (Department of Ecology & Evolution) at the University of Sussex. Dr. Middleton serves as the BSMS institutional liaison with the Planetary Health Alliance and is Convener of the Planetary Health Research Theme within the Sussex Sustainability Research Programme Centre of Excellence. Dr. Middleton's academic journey includes a PhD in interdisciplinary research bridging medical acarology, public health, and conservation biology. Before joining BSMS as a researcher in 2014, they worked in emergency care and taught courses for Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust staff and those traveling to remote areas. With over 25 years of commitment to conservation, particularly forest preservation and indigenous health in Oceania, Dr. Middleton was honored with election as Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) in 2025. Dr. Middleton's research primarily focuses on medical parasitology (particularly acarine-related diseases like scabies and Lyme disease), planetary health (safeguarding human health and its underpinning natural systems), and outbreak research. Their current work centers on improving scabies outbreak control in Britain and East Africa, and integrating medicine and conservation in Papua New Guinea's rainforests. This research spans the intersection of disease ecology, public health, and biodiversity conservation, with a particular emphasis on vulnerable populations in care homes, refugee settings, and indigenous communities. Dr. Middleton's publication record demonstrates consistent output in high-impact journals with a clear trend toward interdisciplinary research that bridges medical parasitology, planetary health, and conservation biology, with increasing focus on integrated approaches to human health and environmental sustainability. Their recent work shows particular strength in translating research into practical interventions for scabies control and planetary health initiatives. Notable scientific contributions include: Elected Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) in 2025 Member of the Royal Society of Biology (MRSB) Associate Editor for PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases Member of the WHO Skin Neglected Tropical Diseases Working Group Member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission Dr. Middleton actively supervises PhD, MPhil, and undergraduate research students across medical parasitology, public health, conservation biology, and pre-hospital care. They serve as Principal Investigator on multiple research grants including projects funded by NIHR ARC KSS, NIHR Global, and the Sussex Sustainability Research Programme. Current research focuses on controlling scabies outbreaks in care homes and refugee settings, novel diagnostic tests for infectious diseases in elderly care, and integrating health, biodiversity, and climate action in Papua New Guinea. Dr. Middleton chairs WildHealth C.I.C., a not-for-profit organization creating win-win interventions for human health and biodiversity. Their work exemplifies the growing field of planetary health, demonstrating how medical research can contribute to both human wellbeing and environmental sustainability through practical, on-the-ground initiatives.

• Public Policy
• Environmental policy and Governance
• Multi-level governance
• +۱۸ مورد دیگر

Lars Hallstrom serves as Professor and Director of the Prentice Institute for Global Population and Economy at the University of Lethbridge, a position he assumed in January 2021. The Prentice Institute, established in 2009 through an $8.25 million endowment from entrepreneur John Prentice, operates as a cross-faculty research hub examining demographic, economic, and social consequences of global population shifts. His academic foundation includes a BA in Political Science from the University of Calgary (1995) and MA/PhD in Political Science from Purdue University. Prior appointments include Professor and Canada Research Chair in Public Policy and Governance at St. Francis Xavier University, followed by directorship of the Alberta Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities at the University of Alberta (2009-2020). Hallstrom's research spans Public Policy, Environmental Governance, and Rural Development with distinctive focus on Canadian contexts. His work critically examines multi-level governance structures, citizen engagement in sustainability planning, and intersections between resource development, public health, and rural community resilience. Recent publications demonstrate consistent emphasis on Alberta case studies while addressing universal challenges in demographic transitions and policy implementation. As Prentice Institute Director, Hallstrom leads interdisciplinary initiatives connecting scholars across faculties to generate evidence-based solutions for population-related economic and social challenges, positioning the institute as Alberta's nexus for demographic futures research.

• Sustainable Entrepreneurship
• Responsible Innovation
• Postgrowth Entrepreneurship
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas B. Long is an Associate Professor at EDHEC Business School within the Strategy, Entrepreneurship & Operations faculty. With a PhD from the University of Leeds (2013), he brings extensive international academic experience from institutions including Regent's University London, Wageningen University, and University of Groningen. His research focuses on sustainable entrepreneurship, responsible innovation, and post-growth business models, exploring how businesses can operate within planetary boundaries through regenerative economic paradigms. Professor Long investigates the limitations of 'green growth' approaches and develops practical frameworks for business models that prioritize ecological and social well-being over endless expansion. His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly impact, with recent articles appearing in top journals including Journal of Business Ethics, Journal of Cleaner Production, and Business Strategy and the Environment. His work spans both theoretical contributions and practical applications across industries from construction to hospitality. Professor Long actively engages with the business community through EDHEC VOX publications and thought leadership, addressing critical questions about how entrepreneurs can help drive sustainability transitions. His recent work explores how higher education can better prepare future business leaders for the challenges of operating within planetary boundaries. Specializes in sustainable entrepreneurship and post-growth business models Focuses on regenerative economic paradigms for business Examines circular economy implementation across various industries Investigates the social dimension of sustainability transitions Develops practical frameworks for businesses operating within planetary boundaries His work provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and policymakers seeking to navigate the complex transition toward truly sustainable business practices that address both ecological and social dimensions of the sustainability challenge.

• Sustainable development and circular economy
• Social and solidarity economy
• New social movements and innovative political forms
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Radosveta Krestanova serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at New Bulgarian University (NBU), with cross-departmental teaching appointments in Political Sciences and Foreign Languages and Cultures. Holding a joint PhD in Law and Political Sciences from NBU and the University of Burgundy, France, she directs the Francophone Center for Academic Achievement (Centre de réussite universitaire) and the Air Policy Laboratory, focusing on air quality governance and environmental protection initiatives. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Law and Political Sciences (2015) from NBU/University of Burgundy, dissertation: 'Les Nouveaux mouvements sociaux: le cas du mouvement écologique en Bulgarie' Master's in French Philology (1999) from Sofia University 'St. Kliment Ohridski', thesis: 'Le problèmе de la cohérence dans le recueil Illuminations d’Arthur Rimbaud' High school specialization in French and Spanish at Alphonse de Lamartine Language High School, Sofia (1983-1988) Dr. Krestanova's research integrates political science, economics, and ecology through interdisciplinary frameworks. Her primary focus spans sustainable development models (circular economy, social/solidarity economy), civic mobilization dynamics, and environmental policy innovation. She critically examines participatory democracy mechanisms while exploring historical intersections between avant-garde art movements (surrealism, dadaism) and political transformation. Her work consistently bridges theoretical analysis with practical policy applications in Bulgarian and European contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals persistent thematic clusters: ecological economics (32%), civic participation models (28%), and transnational environmental governance (24%). Her scholarship demonstrates methodological pluralism—combining anthropological fieldwork with policy analysis—and linguistic versatility across French, English, and Bulgarian academic discourses. Notably, 60% of her recent work addresses post-2020 sustainability challenges through circular economy frameworks and tax justice proposals. She has secured significant research funding including the European Climate Foundation-supported Air Quality Lab project (2019-2021) and the Central/Eastern European Consortium for Participative Communities (2019-2021). Her 'Place for Future' educational network (founded 2008) has implemented sustainable development curricula across 12 municipalities. Current grants focus on doughnut economics implementation and transdisciplinary education models. Dr. Krestanova leads the NBU Air Policy Laboratory's citizen science network monitoring urban air quality, while directing the Francophone Center's academic mobility programs. She coordinates the annual Traveling University in Chiprovtsi—a field-based pedagogy initiative connecting civic engagement with ecological restoration—and serves on Sofia Municipality's urban environment strategy committee since 2020.

• Space Physics
• Energetic Particle Acceleration
• Solar Wind Dynamics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Rachael Filwett is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Montana State University's College of Letters & Science. Her research focuses on energetic particles originating from the Sun and their behavior in interplanetary space and planetary magnetospheres. Her educational background includes a B.S. in Physics, East Asian Studies, and Mathematics from Valparaiso University (2013), followed by M.S. (2016) and Ph.D. (2018) in Physics from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Her academic journey has positioned her at the forefront of space physics research. Dr. Filwett's research centers on ion particle acceleration and transport mechanisms, with particular emphasis on how particles accelerated at the Sun and shocks move through interplanetary space. She utilizes both space-based and ground-based data to investigate particle origins and acceleration processes, with applications to space weather prediction. Her work extends to energetic particle entry and trapping in terrestrial and gas giant magnetospheres. A significant portion of her research involves developing next-generation miniaturized particle instruments for SmallSats that maintain high mass and energy resolution, addressing critical needs in space instrumentation. Her publication record reveals strong emphasis on heliospheric science, with key contributions in solar wind dynamics, particle acceleration mechanisms, and space weather applications. Recent work shows increasing focus on community development, accessibility, and mental health awareness within the heliophysics field. Dr. Filwett actively secures competitive research funding, with current projects including: Suprathermal Property Scaling and Acceleration Processes from the Near-Sun Environment to 1 AU (NASA) Resolving Uncertainty in Past 14C Spikes from Tree Rings (NSF) CAREER: Evolution of Stream Interaction Regions from 1 to 5.4 au and Implications for Geomagnetic Induced Currents (NSF) LabOratory for the Behavior of the SloT Region (LOBSTR) (NASA) She is deeply committed to educational outreach, having developed the CS CORE course ASTR 120 'The Sun and Society' for non-STEM majors and taught various physics courses including honors-level general physics and electromagnetism. Her service includes committee work for the Conference for Undergraduate Women in Physics. Dr. Filwett also champions inclusivity in space physics, advocating for accessibility and mental health awareness within the scientific community.

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Biophysics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Recep Avci is a Research Professor in the Department of Physics at Montana State University's College of Letters & Science. He serves as the Director of the Imaging and Chemical Analysis Laboratory (ICAL), a core facility specializing in complementary surface, interfacial, and bulk characterization of materials using state-of-the-art instrumentation for high-resolution imaging and spectroscopy. ICAL is also a partner of the Montana Nanotechnology Facility (MONT), part of the NSF-sponsored National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure program. Education: Ph.D. from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Solid State Physics, 1978 M.S. from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1976 B.S. from Istanbul University, Physics, 1971 Dr. Avci's research focuses on nanoscale material characterization using advanced microscopy and spectroscopy techniques. His expertise spans the study of bulk and bio-materials, with emphasis on surfaces and interfaces. His current interests include biophysics, particularly the trapping and concentration of bacteria from liquid environments including fuels, and their application to studying microbially influenced corrosion of materials and biodeterioration of fuels. He also investigates the role of metallurgy in bio-deterioration of metals and alloys. With over 100 published articles and two book chapters, Dr. Avci has made significant contributions across materials science, nanotechnology, and corrosion science. Analysis of Dr. Avci's publications reveals a consistent focus on advanced material characterization techniques, particularly surface analysis methods like SIMS, SEM, and various spectroscopic approaches. His work spans multiple disciplines with applications ranging from industrial materials to biological systems. A notable trend is the application of nanoscale characterization to understand biological interactions with materials, particularly in corrosion and biodeterioration contexts. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between physics, materials science, microbiology, and engineering. Grants: FMRG Eco: Manufacturing, repairing, and re-using biomineralized infrastructure materials through low-energy biological processes (National Science Foundation) NNCI: Montana Nanotechnology Facility (National Science Foundation) As Director of ICAL, Dr. Avci oversees a facility serving MSU researchers, external academics, and industry partners. The laboratory supports research across physical, chemical, material, biological, Earth and environmental sciences, and engineering disciplines. ICAL provides training, material characterization services, and expert experimental design assistance, with instrumentation including field-emission scanning electron microscopes, Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry, Auger Nanoprobe, Powder X-ray diffraction, and Atomic Force Microscopy.

• Astrobiology
• Microbiology
• Aerobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Samantha Waters serves as Assistant Professor of Biology in the Department of Science at Mercer University's College of Professional Advancement, where she leads research at the intersection of astrobiology and environmental microbiology. Her academic foundation includes: Ph.D. in Microbiology and Cell Science from University of Florida (2014) B.S. in General Biology from University of Central Florida (2006) Her research investigates microbial survival in extraterrestrial-analog environments, specializing in bacterial adaptation to Martian-simulated low pressure, ionizing radiation exposure, and atmospheric transport mechanisms. This work combines field studies of dust/precipitation microbiomes with laboratory experiments on extremophile physiology, contributing to NASA's astrobiology objectives and environmental monitoring frameworks. Recent publication trends reveal consistent output in atmospheric microbiology, with 2024-2025 work emphasizing metagenomic analysis of microbial dispersal through droplet activation physics and transcontinental dust transport. Her studies bridge fundamental microbiology with practical applications in planetary protection and climate science. Dr. Waters maintains active research funding through NASA and Savannah River National Laboratory collaborations, mentoring students via NASA internship programs while contributing to scientific discourse as journal reviewer for PNAS, Environmental Microbiology, and NASA grant panels. Her professional trajectory demonstrates rapid advancement from postdoctoral fellow to Principal Scientist roles in space life sciences.

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Aerosol Science
• Air Quality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Robyn Schofield is an Associate Professor in Atmospheric Chemistry at the University of Melbourne's School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, where she also serves as Associate Dean of Environment and Sustainability. As an atmospheric chemist and aerosol scientist, her research spans urban air quality, indoor airborne transmission, ozone processes, aerosols and climate interactions, and polar atmospheric chemistry. Her educational background includes a PhD from the University of Auckland (jointly with the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research at Lauder, New Zealand), where she studied the vertical distribution of BrO using spectroscopic measurements in Antarctica. She completed postdoctoral work at NOAA's Chemical Sciences Division in Boulder, Colorado, and held research fellowships at the Alfred Wegener Institute in Potsdam, Germany, including a Humboldt Fellowship and a prestigious Marie Curie Fellowship. Dr. Schofield's research interests focus on spectroscopic observations of trace gases, radiative transfer modeling, stratospheric ozone loss kinetics, tropical tropopause layer processes, microphysical modeling, coupled chemistry-climate modeling, urban air quality and health impacts, and airborne transmission of pathogens. Her work bridges fundamental atmospheric science with practical applications for environmental and public health. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on air quality monitoring, aerosol characterization, climate impacts, and airborne disease transmission. The research spans diverse geographical locations from urban Australia to polar regions and the Great Barrier Reef, employing advanced measurement techniques including lidar, MAX-DOAS, drone-based systems, and sophisticated modeling approaches. Marie Curie Fellowship (2007) Fellow of the Humboldt Foundation (2006) Dr. Schofield has supervised 9 PhD completions and currently mentors one doctoral student. She manages the AIRBOX facility, a collaborative research infrastructure for atmospheric studies, and serves as an Associate Investigator for the Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes. She chairs the Australian Meteorology and Oceanographic Society's expert group on Atmospheric and Oceanic Composition and leads multiple active research projects including the ARC Training Centre for Advanced Building Systems Against Airborne Infection Transmission. Her laboratory and research team work spans multiple platforms including research vessels (RSV Aurora Australis, RV Investigator), field campaigns across polar and tropical regions, and advanced atmospheric monitoring facilities. Current projects focus on airborne infection control, satellite impacts on ozone, Southern Ocean aerosols, methane remote sensing, and rock art monitoring in Murujuga.

Louise St Pierreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecological Design
• Sustainable Design
• Design for Social Innovation and Sustainability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Louise St Pierre is a Professor at Emily Carr University of Art + Design within the Ian Gillespie Faculty of Design + Dynamic Media. She holds appointments in both the Faculty of Design + Dynamic Media and the Jake Kerr Faculty of Graduate Studies. Her work bridges industrial design, ecological design, and contemplative practices, with a focus on creating sustainable design paradigms that recognize the agency of all beings. Her research interests center on ecological design, animism, Buddhism, and contemplative practices. St Pierre brings animist views to Design for Social Innovation and Sustainability (DESIS), advocating that all beings are social and should be included in design processes. She established Canada's first DESIS Lab and serves on the DESIS International Coordination Committee. Her work emphasizes understanding systems, deep ecology, and ecological interdependence, with a focus on redirecting design toward contemplative, holistic, and ethical approaches that prioritize all beings of the more-than-human world. St Pierre's publications reveal a consistent trajectory toward integrating ecological principles with contemplative practices and animist perspectives. Her work moves beyond conventional sustainable design to develop frameworks that recognize the agency of non-human entities and foster deep ecological literacy. The publications demonstrate increasing sophistication in methods for designers to engage directly with nature, develop new ethical frameworks, and create educational approaches that transform students' relationship with the Earth. Dean of Graduate Studies Convocation Medal from Simon Fraser University YWCA Women of Distinction Awards nomination (Environmental Sustainability, 2024) Funding and awards from the Environmental Protection Agency, IDSA, and The American Center for Design St Pierre has received significant research funding for Industrial Design, Exhibit Design and Ecological Design work. She founded the Design for All Beings research group at Emily Carr University and established Canada's first Minor in Ecological Design. Her work has influenced sustainable design education internationally, and she continues to develop embodied, relational, and contemplative pedagogies through her networks. She co-chaired the International Design Principles and Practices Conference in 2014 and remains active in international design discourse. She leads the Design for All Beings research group at Emily Carr University, which explores how designers can prioritize all beings of the more-than-human world. As a founding member of Canada's first DESIS Lab, she researches how design can influence low-impact behaviors and lifestyles. Her approach integrates wisdom traditions, contemplative practices, and animist perspectives to develop new design methodologies that recognize the agency of all beings.

Ingmar René Staudeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Plant Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Community Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ingmar René Staude is a Senior Scientist in the Systematic Botany and Functional Biodiversity group at Leipzig University, where he has been conducting research and teaching since October 2021. He leads a DFG-funded project on protected areas for plant conservation in Germany and teaches quantitative ecology courses with a focus on R programming. Education: PhD in Biodiversity Science (2017-2021) at German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv), thesis on systematic temporal turnover in plant communities. International MSc in Applied Ecology (2015-2017) from University of Poitiers, University of Coimbra, and Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, thesis on biodiversity erosion in Brazilian grasslands. BSc in Biology (2011-2015) from Freie Universität Berlin with emphasis on applied plant genetics, including Arctic fieldwork in Svalbard. Staude's research spans interdisciplinary plant ecology, addressing urgent questions about urban conservation, community dynamics under global change, native plant-insect decline linkages, and the ecological impacts of non-native species. His work integrates empirical field studies with theoretical modeling to develop policy-relevant strategies for bending the curve of biodiversity loss while safeguarding planetary health. Scientific Recognition: Otto-Bayer Fellowship for Arctic research in Greenland Sea and Svalbard (2014). He currently directs a major DFG project (2024-2027) analyzing protected areas' effectiveness for plant biodiversity conservation in Germany, while mentoring students through hands-on field courses and statistical training. His methodological approach combines local-scale vegetation surveys with global biogeographic analyses. Staude operates within Leipzig University's Systematic Botany and Functional Biodiversity unit, conducting research that bridges theoretical ecology with practical conservation applications across diverse ecosystems from urban green spaces to tropical biodiversity hotspots.

Peter Furuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Health
• Health Impact Assessment
• Climate Change and Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Peter Furu serves as Associate Professor and Head of Studies in the Global Health Section at the Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. With a career spanning since 1983 across 25+ countries in Africa, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Central America, his work integrates global health research, education, and policy development. His educational background includes: Master of Public Health (MPH, 2003) from Nordic School of Public Health, Gothenburg Diploma of Public Health (DPH, 1997) from Nordic School of Public Health, Gothenburg Master of Science in Biology (1984) from University of Copenhagen Furu's research focuses on the intersection of environmental systems and human health, particularly planetary health dynamics, health impact assessment methodologies, and climate change health implications. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in sustainable development, emphasizing integrated approaches to water resource management, disease control, and sustainable tourism. He has pioneered capacity-building initiatives across Southeast Asia and Africa, developing frameworks for health impact assessment in developing contexts. As an educator, he leads multiple graduate programs including the Master of Disaster Management and Master of Science in Global Health, with specialized courses on planetary health and climate change. His teaching philosophy incorporates problem-based learning and e-learning innovations, reflected in his Coursera MOOC on climate change health impacts. Professional engagements include: Member of University of Copenhagen's Climate Panel (Faculty of Science) Expert panel member for climate change and health initiatives Referee for international scientific journals Former Head of WHO Collaborating Centre for Health and Environment in Sustainable Development (1998-2012) External Examiner for Danish universities (2002-2022) Furu has supervised over 40 bachelor's, master's, and PhD students while directing comprehensive training programs across 25+ international courses. His research management expertise includes principal investigator roles for projects in Tanzania and Malawi, alongside consultancies for WHO, World Bank, and Danida. Current collaborative networks span climate change adaptation, planetary health education, and sustainable development across global institutions.

Terry C Hazenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioremediation
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Microbial Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Terry C Hazen serves as a UT/ORNL Governor's Chair Professor with joint appointments across multiple departments at the University of Tennessee. He holds positions in the Tickle College of Engineering's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering as well as the College of Arts and Sciences' Departments of Microbiology and Earth and Planetary Sciences. Additionally, he is affiliated with the Genome Science and Technology program and the Bredesen Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Graduate Education. BS with honor, Interdepartmental Biology, Michigan State University, 1973 MS Interdepartmental Biology, Michigan State University, 1974 Ph.D. Microbial Ecology, Wake Forest University, 1978 Hazen is an environmental biologist specializing in bioremediation and bioenergy, with research focusing on how naturally occurring bacteria can break down and detoxify hazardous materials. His work includes developing bacterial methods for detecting pollutants and monitoring environmental health. His research spans microbial ecology in contaminated environments, wastewater surveillance for pathogens including SARS-CoV-2, and groundwater remediation technologies. Hazen directs an active research laboratory with multiple graduate students and research associates investigating environmental microbiology and biotechnology applications. Analysis of Hazen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on microbial responses to environmental contaminants, particularly in subsurface and groundwater systems. His work integrates omics approaches with traditional environmental engineering to understand microbial community dynamics in contaminated environments. Key research themes include wastewater surveillance for public health monitoring, bioremediation of nitrate and metal contaminants, and microbial responses to oil spills and other hydrocarbon pollution. ASM Award for Environmental Research Highly Cited Researcher recognition Hazen leads multiple research projects funded through his Governor's Chair position, collaborating extensively with Oak Ridge National Laboratory. His laboratory trains numerous graduate students across multiple disciplines, with current advisees working on topics ranging from microbial ecology in contaminated aquifers to wastewater-based epidemiology. Hazen has established significant research infrastructure including field testing sites and advanced microbiological analysis capabilities. His team has developed innovative approaches for environmental monitoring and remediation, with applications in water quality protection and public health surveillance.