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Antonia Hadjimichael is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Pennsylvania State University, within the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. Her research focuses on water resources planning, human-environment interactions, and the role of uncertainty in sustainability science. She employs advanced computational techniques including many-objective optimization, machine learning, and visual analytics to support robust decision-making under deep uncertainty. Research Interests: Water resources and climate change adaptation Equity and justice in environmental planning Urban heat island mitigation Modeling of human-natural systems Robust decision-making frameworks Data visualization for policy support Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on the Colorado River Basin, water scarcity, stakeholder equity, and the development of modeling tools such as the Rhodium Python library. She frequently collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on topics including multisector dynamics, financial instruments in water markets, and climate extremes. Her work bridges technical modeling with social outcomes, emphasizing distributive and procedural equity. Scientific Engagement: Regularly featured in media outlets (e.g., Newsweek, The Conversation) for expert commentary on droughts, reservoir levels, and climate change. Contributor to high-impact journals such as Science , PNAS , and Earth's Future . Active in developing open-source tools for exploratory modeling and decision support. Advising and Grants: While specific students are not listed, her collaborative research projects—such as those funded by the NSF and the Climate Consortium—involve mentoring graduate students and interdisciplinary teams. Her grant-funded work addresses compound stressors in agricultural adaptation and salt contamination in tidal rivers, indicating active leadership in externally funded research. She is also involved in initiatives promoting data visualization in science education. Labs and Teams: She is affiliated with research groups focused on multisector dynamics and robust decision-making, collaborating closely with researchers such as Patrick Reed, Benjamin Hobbs, and others in complex human-earth systems modeling. Her work is central to efforts in equitable climate adaptation and sustainable water management.

• Water Resources Planning
• Human-Environment Interactions
• Uncertainty Quantification
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Dr. Jens Floeter is a Researcher at the University of Hamburg, Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences, Department of Biology, Institute of Marine Ecosystem and Fisheries Sciences (IMF). He has been working as a Scientific Staff Member in the Fisheries Science research group under Prof. Dr. Christian Möllmann since November 2008. His research focuses on marine ecosystem dynamics, particularly examining the interactions between fisheries, offshore wind farms, and marine ecological processes in the North Sea and Baltic Sea regions. Dr. Floeter earned his doctorate (Promotion) in 2005 from the University of Hamburg with a dissertation titled "An investigation of key processes affecting trophic interactions in the North Sea fish assemblage and their significance for multi species fisheries assessment" at the Institut für Hydrobiologie & Fischereiwissenschaft. He completed his Diplom der Biologie in 1998 with a thesis on "Analyse und Modellierung der Nahrungsselektion von Nordseefischen" (Analysis and modeling of food selection by North Sea fish), and began his biology studies at the University of Hamburg in 1991. Dr. Floeter's research spans several interconnected areas within marine ecology and fisheries science. His primary focus is on understanding how offshore wind farms impact marine ecosystems, particularly examining pelagic effects, trophic interactions, and habitat changes. He investigates coupling of spatio-temporal scales in marine ecosystems, higher trophic level food web dynamics, and develops methods for multi-species fisheries assessment. His work often combines field observations with modeling approaches to address complex ecosystem questions. A significant portion of his research examines plankton habitats, predator-prey relationships, and the impacts of anthropogenic structures on marine communities. Analysis of Dr. Floeter's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the ecological impacts of offshore renewable energy infrastructure, particularly wind farms. His research spans physical oceanography (examining wind-wake effects and upwelling/downwelling), biological responses (plankton habitat identification, copepod behavior), and fisheries implications. He has increasingly incorporated advanced analytical methods including machine learning for plankton image classification and tensor decomposition for community ecology analysis. His work demonstrates a consistent trajectory of examining how human activities intersect with marine ecosystem dynamics, with growing emphasis on renewable energy infrastructure impacts. synKoFiMo (2015-2017): "Darstellung von Synergien im Kolk- und Fischmonitoring in Offshore-Windparks" (Demonstrating synergies in scour and fish monitoring in offshore wind farms) UNCOVER (2007): "UNderstanding the Mechanisms of Stock ReCOVERy" BECAUSE (2004-2007): "Critical Interactions BEtween Species and their Implications for a PreCAUtionary FiSheries Management in a variable Environment" LIFECO (2001-2004): "Linking hydrographic Frontal activity and ECOsystem dynamics in the North Sea & Skagerrak" SYCON (1999-2000): "Synthesis of North Sea research and development of a new research strategy" Dr. Floeter has extensive experience with field research methods, including work with high-speed towed multi-sensor vehicles (TRIAXUS, SCANFISH) for ecosystem monitoring. His research group collaborates with multiple institutions including the Helmholtz-Zentrum Geesthacht (HZG), Thünen Institute, and various international partners. His laboratory work focuses on analyzing marine ecosystem dynamics using a combination of field observations, remote sensing data, and computational modeling approaches to understand complex marine systems and inform sustainable management practices.

• Marine Ecology
• Fisheries Science
• Offshore Wind Farm Impacts
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Jenna Kohles is a postdoctoral researcher at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (Department for the Ecology of Animal Societies) and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama. Her work focuses on how sociality helps animals cope with environmental uncertainty, using biologging technology, prey landscape quantification, and biomarkers for energetic stress in bat populations. PhD from University of Konstanz (2024) Master in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior (2018) Bachelor in Wildlife Biology (2015) Research Interests: Kohles investigates social foraging dynamics, animal societies, and the ecological impacts of ephemeral resources. Her work spans insectivorous and fruit bat populations in Panama and Cyprus, examining how social connections influence foraging efficiency and stress mitigation. Publication Trends: Recent articles focus on social information use in vultures, biologging precision in bat movement, group facilitation during reproduction, and the effects of habitat management on insect-bat activity patterns. Theoretical contributions include frameworks for predicting social information use based on resource ephemerality. Scientific Awards & Grants: Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute-NOMIS Postdoctoral Fellowship DAAD PRIME Postdoctoral Fellowship National Geographic Society Level I Grant Fulbright Research Fellowship Multiple PhD and predoctoral fellowships Lab Affiliation: Kohles works in the Department for the Ecology of Animal Societies under Dina Dechmann’s mentorship, with long-term collaborations at STRI in Gamboa, Panama.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Animal Behavior
• Social Foraging
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Dr. Blair R. Costelloe is a behavioral ecologist at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior's Department of Collective Behavior, Konstanz. Their research bridges animal behavior with technology, focusing on drone-based observation and computer vision for studying wild ungulates and collective behavior. Current Projects: Herd Hover (drones for high-resolution behavioral data), WildDrone (autonomous conservation drones), and maternal behavior studies in Thomson’s gazelles. Past Work: Automated bat counting methods, warthog predation documentation, and fawn survival strategies. Expertise: Interdisciplinary methods, predator-prey dynamics, and scalable ecological monitoring. Recent publications highlight collaborations with computer scientists on machine learning applications in ecology. Awards include EU Marie Sklodowska Curie and Princeton University funding.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Wildlife Ecology
• Animal Behavior
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Jason Rohr is the Ludmilla F., Stephen J., and Robert T. Galla College Professor and Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, with affiliations in the Eck Institute for Global Health and the Environmental Change Initiative. His research bridges ecology and public health, focusing on how pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss drive infectious disease dynamics in both wildlife and humans. Education: Ph.D. in Ecology, Binghamton University, 2002 M.A. in Teaching Biology, Binghamton University, 1997 B.A. in Biology and Environmental Studies (dual degree), Binghamton University, 1996 His research interests center on disease, community, population, and behavioral ecology, with strong emphases on ecotoxicology, conservation biology, climate change, and parasitology—particularly schistosomiasis and amphibian declines due to chytrid fungus. He integrates field experiments, laboratory studies, mesocosms, and mathematical modeling to understand ecological systems and develop sustainable solutions. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on the intersection of climate change and infectious disease, the biodiversity-disease relationship (e.g., dilution effect), the impacts of agrochemicals on disease transmission, and innovative interventions such as using prawn aquaculture or vegetation removal to combat schistosomiasis while addressing food and energy shortages. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals like Nature , Science , and PNAS . Scientific Awards and Recognition: NIH F31 Fellowship (mentored) NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (mentored) Eck Institute of Global Health Fellow (mentored) GLOBES Fellow (mentored) Multiple student awards in environmental toxicology and ecology Rohr has advised numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, many of whom have gone on to publish significant work in disease ecology and conservation. His lab has received funding for projects linking environmental change to disease risk, including work in Senegal and Kenya. He teaches graduate courses in Biometry and undergraduate courses in Parasitology and Animal Behavior. His lab is actively involved in planetary health initiatives, aiming to simultaneously address schistosomiasis, food, water, and energy insecurity through scalable ecological interventions. The team uses satellite imagery, machine learning, and field experiments to design and implement solutions in developing regions.

• Ecology and Public Health
• Ecotoxicology
• Conservation Biology
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Børje Andreas Forssell is a Professor in the Department of Electronic Systems within the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His primary research focuses on satellite navigation systems, GPS/GNSS technology, and radio navigation with special emphasis on high-latitude applications. His work spans theoretical foundations, practical implementation, and safety considerations in navigation systems. Forssell's research interests include Satellite Navigation Systems, GPS/GNSS Technology, Radio Navigation, Indoor Positioning, Navigation Safety, and High-Latitude Navigation. His work addresses critical challenges in navigation technology, particularly in Arctic regions where satellite coverage presents unique difficulties. He has investigated error sources in satellite navigation, jamming susceptibility, and indoor positioning performance under various environmental conditions. His publication portfolio shows consistent contributions since the 1970s, with 15 recent publications spanning from 2002 to 2021. These works demonstrate a clear evolution from traditional radio navigation systems like LORAN-C toward modern satellite-based positioning technologies. The publications reveal strong interdisciplinary connections between electrical engineering, navigation safety, and practical implementation challenges. His research shows particular attention to real-world applications in aviation, maritime contexts, and urban environments. Forssell has been actively involved in academic dissemination through numerous lectures at international conferences including the European Navigation Conference, GNSS symposiums, and specialized workshops on satellite navigation. His outreach extends to media appearances and contributions to reference works like Store Norske Leksikon. His academic leadership is evident in his extensive publication record including two authoritative books on Radionavigation Systems (1991 with Prentice-Hall and 2008 with Artech House), numerous journal articles, and technical reports. His work has significantly contributed to understanding navigation system vulnerabilities, high-latitude performance characteristics, and the integration of emerging technologies in positioning systems.

• Satellite Navigation Systems
• GPS/GNSS Technology
• Radio Navigation
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Christopher Somes is a Research Scientist at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, where he works in the Biogeochemical Modeling Research Unit. With expertise in ocean biogeochemistry and Earth system modeling, he investigates how environmental changes such as pollution and climate affect ocean biology and chemistry. His research integrates isotope geochemistry with climate modeling to understand past, present, and future ocean conditions. Dr. Somes earned his Ph.D. in 2013 from Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel with a dissertation on "Nitrogen Isotopes in the Global Ocean." He completed his Master of Science in Oceanography in 2010 and Bachelor of Science in Physics in 2006, both from Oregon State University. Dr. Somes' research focuses on analyzing elemental isotope ratios to gain insights into marine biogeochemical cycles and ecosystem dynamics. He uses global Earth system climate models to predict ocean responses to environmental changes and associated climate feedbacks. His work spans from modern ocean conditions to past climate change events recorded in ocean sediments, with particular emphasis on nutrient cycling, ocean deoxygenation, and the biological carbon pump. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward integrating paleoceanographic records with future climate projections. The research shows increasing sophistication in modeling nutrient limitations, particularly iron and nitrogen cycles, and their impacts on marine productivity. His work consistently connects historical ocean conditions with contemporary observations to improve future projections. ISOIRON (2023-2026): Isotopic constraints of the global marine iron cycle, ocean productivity, and deoxygenation (Principal Investigator) ISODEG (2021-2025): Isotopic constraints of declining marine nutrient reserves during the last deglaciation (Principal Investigator) RETAKE II (2024-2027): CO2 removal through alkalinity enhancement (Associate Member) As Principal Investigator on multiple DFG-funded projects, Dr. Somes mentors students and collaborates with international research teams. His work spans from developing sophisticated ocean models to analyzing historical ecosystem changes using stable isotopes in marine organisms, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications to date. Dr. Somes is part of GEOMAR's Water Column Biogeochemistry Group and co-leads the PAGES (Past Global Changes) working group on Past Ocean Oxygenation. His research integrates observational data, laboratory analysis, and computational modeling to address critical questions about ocean-climate interactions and their implications for future environmental conditions.

• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Ocean Modeling
• Isotope Geochemistry
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Prof. Dr. Markus Weitere is Head of the Department of River Ecology at the Helmholtz-Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) and Professor for Applied River Ecology at the Technical University of Dresden. His research focuses on process-oriented river ecology, ecosystem functioning in running waters, and the structure and function of multi-trophic biofilms. He leads the integrated project 'Healthy Aquatic Ecosystems' and is actively involved in large-scale research initiatives funded by DFG and BMBF. Research Interests: His work spans stressor effects on aquatic ecosystems, biofilm dynamics, nutrient cycling, stream restoration, and food web interactions in lowland rivers. He investigates how hydrodynamics, nutrient pulses, and human impacts alter ecosystem processes and biodiversity, with a strong emphasis on experimental and field-based approaches. Publication Trends: Recent articles highlight his focus on phosphorus and nitrogen dynamics in biofilms, groundwater-stream interactions, restoration outcomes, and the interplay between bottom-up and top-down controls in stream ecosystems. His research integrates biogeochemistry, microbial ecology, and ecosystem modeling to understand freshwater resilience. Editorial Role: Editor-in-Chief of International Review of Hydrobiology Leadership: Spokesman of the POF III Integrated Project 'Healthy Aquatic Ecosystems' Selection Committees: Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU), DFG Review Board 'Water Research' Advising and Grants: He supervises research teams and PhD students, though specific advisees are not listed. He leads multiple externally funded projects including DFG’s DynaTrait program and BMBF initiatives on freshwater mussel conservation and river revitalization (e.g., Wilde Mulde). Laboratories and Teams: He leads the River Ecology department at UFZ, which operates research infrastructure such as MOBICOS (mobile mesocosms), the research vessel ALBIS, and stable isotope and water analytics labs. His team includes researchers in experimental aquatic ecology, food web ecology, and water chemometrics.

• River Ecology
• Aquatic Ecosystems
• Ecosystem Functioning
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Dylan Wilson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication at Augusta University's Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. His academic appointment focuses on visual communication and journalism, with a specialization in photography. Education: MFA in Photography (Savannah College of Art & Design, 2015), BA in Film/Cinema/Video Studies (University of Georgia, 2013), ABJ in Journalism (University of Georgia, 2005) Wilson's research explores the intersection of visual media, journalism ethics, and societal challenges. His work addresses crime reporting, corporate accountability, environmental issues, and public health crises through photographic documentation and narrative storytelling. Recent publications examine high-profile criminal cases, supply chain vulnerabilities, and firearms industry practices. In departmental service, Wilson serves as Faculty Advisor for the Phoenix Student Magazine and participates in Public Relations and Marketing meetings (2024-present). His teaching portfolio includes courses on investigative reporting, visual communication, and public speaking.

• Photography
• Photojournalism
• Journalism
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Rachel Thiet, PhD , is a Professor and Department Chair of Environmental Studies & Sustainability at Antioch University New England. Her work bridges social science and ecology, focusing on soil microbial dynamics, coastal restoration, and interdisciplinary environmental education. Research: Coastal ecosystems, soil biogeochemistry, plant-invertebrate interactions. Teaching: Soil Ecology, Wetland Ecology, Earth Systems & Climate Change. Collaborations: US National Park Service, Cape Cod National Seashore. Thiet emphasizes mechanistic thinking, integrating ecological processes across scales—from molecular to landscape levels. Her pedagogy fosters critical analysis, risk-taking in learning, and interdisciplinary synthesis of environmental issues with socio-political contexts. Key research projects include long-term studies on Phragmites removal, tidal restoration effects, and soil organism roles in ecosystem sustainability. She mentors students through field-based, inquiry-driven coursework and research opportunities.

• Coastal Restoration
• Soil Microbial Ecology
• Biogeochemistry
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Cari-Ann Hickerson is a part-time Professor and Researcher at John Carroll University, specializing in Behavioral Ecology, Evolution, Herpetology, and Forest-Floor Food Webs. She is affiliated with the Anthony/Hickerson lab, where she co-advises students studying the ecology and evolution of Eastern Red-backed Salamanders ( Plethodon cinereus ), with a focus on territoriality, color polymorphism, and biofluorescence. Degrees: B.A. in Biology (Minot State University), M.S. in Biology (John Carroll University), PhD in Regulatory Biology (Cleveland State University) Her research examines how territorial behavior shapes food webs, the maintenance of color polymorphism, and the newly discovered biofluorescent postcloacal glands in P. cinereus . She collaborates with Dr. Carl Anthony and other researchers to investigate topics like dietary partitioning, disease ecology, and behavioral syndromes. Her work often involves field and laboratory microcosm studies. Recent publications highlight her contributions to understanding salamander behavioral consistency, aggression, and environmental interactions. She also serves as Part-time Publications Secretary for the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR), managing journal communications and book publications. Email: chickerson@jcu.edu | SSAR Contact: ssarpubsec@gmail.com

• Behavioral Ecology
• Evolution
• Herpetology
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Gretchen Wagner is a researcher affiliated with Biometris, specializing in mathematical and statistical methods applied to animal behavior studies. Her work focuses on behavioral ecology, parental care, predation, and evolutionary dynamics. Research Areas: Animal Behavior, Predation, Parental Investment, Sexual Selection, Behavioral Ecology, Evolutionary Biology Key Contributions: Comparative analyses of primate anti-predation services, offspring size variation in birds, and family living systems in cooperative breeding Her publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining mathematical modeling with empirical data to explore behavioral patterns across species. Recent work emphasizes sexual dimorphism, costly signaling, and phenotypic flexibility in reproductive strategies. Wagner's research output spans experimental design, data analysis, and theoretical frameworks in behavioral studies. Collaborations extend to comparative analyses of predation risk, parental care trade-offs, and brood parasitism dynamics in avian populations.

• Animal Behavior
• Predation
• Parental Behavior
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James Pearce-Higgins is an Honorary Research Fellow at the Department of Zoology, University of Cambridge, and serves as the Director of Science at the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO). His research focuses on animal population dynamics, particularly in birds, within a conservation science framework. As a member of BTO's Senior Leadership Team , he provides strategic oversight for the organization's science initiatives, including volunteer-based surveys, population change analysis, and sustainable habitat management. Education: BSc in Zoology (University of Nottingham, 1994), PhD in Environmental Biology (University of Manchester, 2000) James leads BTO's climate change research , documenting biodiversity impacts, projecting species distribution shifts, and developing adaptation strategies. He has spearheaded five multi-organizational climate change research consortia funded by Defra, Natural England, and CCI, and co-authored the book Birds and Climate Change: Impacts and Conservation Responses (2014). His work also addresses renewable energy impacts on biodiversity, particularly wind farms, and spans extensive research on UK upland birds and shorebirds. His recent publications emphasize climate change effects on seabirds, avian influenza impacts on wild bird populations, and renewable energy policy. James chairs the Breeding Bird Survey Steering Group and contributes to initiatives like the HPAI Steering Group and the Climate Change Ecology Special Interest Group of the British Ecological Society.

• Ecology
• Conservation Science
• Climate Change Biology
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Jake Alexander is a Lecturer at the Department of Environmental Systems Science, ETH Zürich, affiliated with the Institute of Integrative Biology. His research sits at the intersection of ecology and evolution, focusing on plant species distribution dynamics, invasive species control, and climate change responses in alpine ecosystems. Institution: ETH Zürich Academic Rank: Lecturer Research Focus: Plant community assembly, species interactions, and climate change adaptation His work examines how species interactions (e.g., competition, facilitation) and environmental gradients influence plant diversity in mountain systems. Key projects include MIREN (Mountain Invasion Research Network) and experimental climate warming studies on the Calanda mountain in Switzerland. He integrates field experiments, mathematical models, and trait-based analyses to address ecological challenges. Recent publications highlight his expertise in invasive plant spread in mountain regions, novel species interactions under climate change, and functional trait dynamics in community assembly. Specific topics include elevation-dependent phenology, arbuscular mycorrhizal associations, and genetic adaptation in non-native species. Current lab members include doctoral students and postdocs working on projects like Arctic greening and adaptive responses to warming . His teaching emphasizes applying ecological theory to conservation and management, particularly in alpine environments.

• Plant Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Climate Change Ecology
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Dr. Paul A. Moore is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Bowling Green State University's College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on sensory ecology, particularly chemical ecology and behavior of aquatic organisms, through the Lab for Sensory Ecology which he founded in 1994. The lab investigates how chemical signals mediate ecological decisions in crustaceans, combining techniques from physics, chemistry, psychology, and ethology across laboratory, field, and oceanic environments. Research interests span Chemical plume dynamics in aquatic environments Neuroethology of crustacean orientation Predator-prey interactions Ecotoxicological impacts on behavior Social hierarchy formation Hydrodynamic signal processing Scientific contributions emphasize the interplay between environmental physics and sensory biology, with collaborations in Woods Hole, Stony Brook, Berkeley, Milwaukee, and the Bahamas. Laboratory work integrates Multi-disciplinary methodologies GIS modeling Neurochemical analysis Field observation Experimental ecology Computational simulations Graduate training emphasizes independent project development, scientific thinking, and holistic skill development. Alumni hold faculty positions at institutions like Aurora University, Grand Valley State University, and Virginia Tech, while others pursue careers in conservation, epidemiology, and environmental policy.

• Chemical Ecology
• Aquatic Organism Behavior
• Sensory Physiology
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