جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Colin Jagoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sedimentary Processes
• Continental Margins
• Estuarine Sediments
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Colin Jago is the Dean of the College of Natural Sciences and a Professor in the School of Ocean Sciences at Bangor University. He earned a BSc in Petroleum Geology and a PhD from Imperial College, University of London, focusing on sedimentology in Carmarthen Bay. His career began with postdoctoral work at the Wellcome Marine Laboratory (1970-1973), followed by roles at the University of Southampton (1973-1974) and Royal Society Research Fellowships in Ireland and France (1974-1976). He joined Bangor University in 1977 and has held leadership positions since. Research Interests center on sedimentary processes across continental margins, particularly estuaries to continental slopes. His work integrates physics and biology to analyze sediment fluxes, turbulence interactions, and benthic-pelagic coupling. Key areas include tropical lagoon dynamics in Mauritius and novel acoustic/optical remote sensing technologies for marine environments. Latest Research Trends (2024-2015) focus on estuarine nutrient transport, microbial decay in coastal waters, climate change impacts on UK estuaries, and hydrodynamic modeling of stratification processes. Publications emphasize interdisciplinary methods and environmental monitoring tools. Scientific Awards : Royal Society Research Fellow. Grants & Projects include SEACAMS DEMO ZONE (2014-2015) for marine technology R&D and long-term initiatives like Response of ES to coupled MN cycles from Source to Sea (2012-2022). Collaborations span public health surveillance (e.g., viral monitoring during the COVID-19 pandemic) and quantitative microbial risk assessment.

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benjamin J Ridenhour is an Associate Professor in Mathematics and Statistical Science at the University of Idaho's College of Science. His research bridges computational biology, evolutionary theory, and public health, with affiliations to the Initiative for Bioinformatics and Evolutionary Studies, Institute for Interdisciplinary Data Sciences, and the Institute for Modeling Collaboration and Innovation. He applies mathematical models to microbiome studies, epidemiology, and bacterial evolution. Education: BA in Environmental Biology (1998) from Utah State University, PhD in Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior (2004) from Indiana University Bloomington His work focuses on microbial community dynamics, including Lotka-Volterra models for microbiome resilience, phenotypic heterogeneity in bacterial adaptation, and plasmid-driven evolution . Recent studies analyze SARS-CoV-2 wastewater surveillance, sociodemographic risk factors for diseases, and geroscience applications in primate models. He employs advanced statistical methods like elastic net regression and Hi-C technology for rare plasmid detection. His affiliations highlight interdisciplinary collaboration between data sciences, bioinformatics, and modeling institutions. Research trends emphasize translational approaches to aging, microbial network analysis, and public health policy implications.

John Daneshمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epidemiology
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Genetic Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Danesh is Professor of Epidemiology and Medicine and Head of the Department of Public Health and Primary Care at the University of Cambridge. He concurrently serves as a Faculty Member at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, Honorary Consultant at Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (Addenbrooke's Hospital), Professorial Fellow at Jesus College, Cambridge, Founder-Director of the Cardiovascular Epidemiology Unit, and Director of Health Data Research UK-Cambridge. His research spans cardiovascular epidemiology, genetic determinants of disease, and health data science. He pioneers the integration of genomics, metabolomics, and large-scale population data to unravel disease mechanisms, with emphasis on polygenic risk scores, metabolite-disease associations, and international collaborations like the BELIEVE cohort in Bangladesh. His work bridges molecular biology with public health applications for precision prevention. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in multi-omics cardiovascular risk prediction, including genetic architecture of coronary disease, iron homeostasis pathways, and regional risk variations in South Asian populations. Key methodologies involve individual-participant-data meta-analyses, Mendelian randomization, and computational modeling of biological networks. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed in source materials Professor Danesh leads major grant-funded initiatives including the Cardiovascular Epidemiology Unit and Health Data Research UK-Cambridge. His advisory roles in national health data infrastructure and longitudinal research environments demonstrate significant influence in shaping large-scale epidemiological studies and translational data science applications. He directs the Cambridge Mathematics of Information in Healthcare (CMIH) hub, fostering cross-disciplinary teams that apply advanced computational methods to healthcare data. His laboratory focuses on genetic and metabolic drivers of cardiovascular disease through international cohort studies and innovative risk prediction modeling.

Helena Solo-Gabrieleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Health
• Contaminant Fate and Transport
• Microbial Ecology
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Helena Solo-Gabriele is a Professor at the University of Miami within the College of Engineering and the Department of Chemical, Environmental, and Materials Engineering . She specializes in environmental health, contaminant fate, and microbial exposure pathways. PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering (1995) from MIT MS (1988) and BS (1987) in Civil Engineering from University of Miami Her research focuses on Oceans and Human Health , Wastewater-based Epidemiology , and Environmental Hydrology . Key projects include modeling the Deepwater Horizon oil spill and assessing PFAS contamination in landfill systems. Recent publications emphasize Wastewater-based Public Health Surveillance (2025), PFAS Dynamics in Landfills (2025), and Microbial Risk Assessment (2024). Her work spans SARS-CoV-2 monitoring , contaminant transport modeling , and childhood exposure assessment . She leads interdisciplinary curriculum development for atmospheric and marine health training, and coordinates student design competitions for Cuban infrastructure solutions.

• Water Contaminant Detection
• Optical Sensors
• Vibrational Spectroscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Haoran Wei serves as Assistant Professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at University of Wisconsin–Madison, leading the Environmental Analytical Technology Laboratory within the Environmental Chemistry and Technology Program. His research pioneers optical sensor development for emerging contaminant detection in drinking water through advanced spectroscopic techniques. Educational background: PhD, Virginia Tech (2018) MS, Tsinghua University (2013) B.E., Shandong University (2010) Research focuses on water contaminant detection using surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) , with expertise in vibrational spectroscopy for environmental systems and point-of-use water treatment. His lab develops field-deployable sensors for nanoplastics, neonicotinoids, and PFAS through plasmonic colorimetry and data-driven spectral processing. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal consistent innovation in SERS-based environmental monitoring, emphasizing sensor reliability, microplastic quantification, and real-time contaminant analysis in complex matrices like soil water and lake ecosystems. Key awards include: 2021 Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering Excellence in Review Award 2019 Jacobs Engineering Group/AEESP Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award 2017 American Chemical Society Ellen Gonter Paper Award Multiple Tsinghua University and ACS honors As graduate advisor for CIV ENGR 890/990 thesis research, he mentors students in environmental sensor development. His laboratory drives collaborative work on Raman spectroscopy applications through the Environmental Chemistry and Technology Program, focusing on translating fundamental science into practical water quality solutions.

Jimmy Thomas Efirdمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Cancer
• Epidemiology
• Medical Statistics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jimmy Thomas Efird is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine , where he contributes to academic research and education. Additionally, he serves as the Chief Statistician for the VA Boston Cooperative Studies Program Coordinating Center, applying his expertise in biostatistics and epidemiology to clinical research. Dr. Efird earned his Doctorate in Epidemiology (Biostatistics Concentration) from the Stanford University School of Medicine, laying the foundation for his career in quantitative health sciences. His academic work focuses on identifying etiologic risk factors for cancer and developing novel research methodologies in cancer epidemiology. Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach, spanning epidemiology of rounding errors in data analysis , methodological innovations in risk assessment , and investigations into infectious causes of melanoma . His work also extends to cardiovascular pharmacology , notably evaluating safety concerns of PCSK9 inhibitors during pregnancy using Mendelian randomization techniques. Research keywords include Cancer , Epidemiology , Medical Statistics , Cardiovascular Disease , and Risk Modelling , reflecting his broad expertise in public health and clinical data science.

Abhinav Mishraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Microbiology
• Predictive Microbiology
• Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA)
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Abhinav Mishra is an Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Food Science & Technology at the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. He is based in Athens, GA, and focuses on food microbiology, predictive modeling, and quantitative microbial risk assessment to enhance food safety. Education Specific educational credentials are not detailed in the provided text. Research Interests Mishra’s research centers on: Food microbiology and microbial ecology Predictive modeling of microbial behavior in foods Quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) Food safety interventions and control strategies Survival and persistence of foodborne pathogens across the farm-to-fork continuum His lab develops mathematical models to predict how pathogens like Salmonella , Listeria monocytogenes , and E. coli grow, survive, or decline under varying environmental conditions, enabling data-driven risk management. Teaching He currently teaches: FDST(MIBO) 4120/6120-4120L/6120L: Food Fermentations FDST(EHSC)(MIBO) 4320/6320-4320L/6320L: Food Safety Control Programs FDST 8090: Advanced Food Microbiology Recent Research Trends Over the past decade, Mishra’s publications have increasingly emphasized the integration of predictive models with real-world data to quantify pathogen risks in produce, meat, poultry, and dairy products. His work spans pre-harvest contamination sources, processing interventions, temperature abuse scenarios, and novel antimicrobial technologies such as UV-C and atmospheric cold plasma. A clear trajectory toward data-driven decision-making and risk-based food safety management is evident. Contact & Location Email: amishra@uga.edu Phone: 706-542-0994 Mail & Shipping: Food Science Building, 100 Cedar St., Athens, GA 30602

Justin Hutchisonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• BioMolecular Engineering
• Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
• Biocatalytics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Justin Hutchison, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering at the University of Kansas. His research bridges biocatalysis, water treatment, and sustainable design, with a focus on protein-based solutions for contaminant removal. Associated Tracks: BioMolecular Engineering, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Key Research Areas: Biocatalytics, Sustainability Analysis, Quantitative Sustainable Design Recent work explores PFAS sorption on zeolites, phosphorus recovery from wastewater, and microbial risk assessment in karst basins. His projects emphasize environmental health, equity in water distribution, and innovative bioremediation technologies. Scientific awards include the NSF CAREER Award (2023) for thermal proteome profiling in soil contaminant monitoring. His lab develops hybrid nanoreactors and enzymatic systems for perchlorate and nitrate removal in drinking water.

• Spatial dynamics
• Insect-plant interactions
• Quantitative food webs
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Tomas Roslin is a prominent ecologist at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and the Ecosystems and Environment Research Programme. His research focuses on the spatial dynamics of ecological communities, particularly insect-plant interactions and quantitative food webs. Roslin leads the Spatial Foodweb Ecology Group, which investigates how spatial context affects interactions between plants, herbivorous insects, and their natural enemies. Professor Roslin's research spans multiple ecological domains, with particular emphasis on spatial dynamics in food webs, habitat fragmentation, and metacommunity processes. His work demonstrates how spatial context affects not only ecological population dynamics but also microevolutionary processes such as local adaptation. Recent research has increasingly focused on quantitative food webs as descriptors of insect interactions with other trophic levels, addressing general patterns across multiple local food webs and linking food web structure to functioning. His studies often incorporate cutting-edge molecular techniques like metabarcoding to explore biodiversity patterns. Analysis of Professor Roslin's recent publications reveals a strong focus on climate change impacts on ecological communities, particularly in northern ecosystems. His work examines thermal homogenization of boreal communities, latitudinal gradients in species interactions, and the effects of climate warming on Arctic plant-fungus networks. There's also significant emphasis on methodological advances in biodiversity monitoring, including metabarcoding approaches for studying insect microbiota and airborne fungal DNA. His research increasingly addresses conservation applications, particularly for invertebrates. Professor Roslin has received several prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to ecology and mentorship: Academy of Finland Recognition Award (2005) Best tutor of undergraduate students in the Faculty of Biosciences (2007) Commendation for good thesis supervision (2011) Oskar Öflund Foundation "The Big Prize" (2011) Professor Roslin actively supervises students at multiple levels, serving as supervisor or co-supervisor for doctoral theses, pre-examiner of doctoral theses, and member of doctoral thesis committees. His research is supported by numerous projects, including "Mapping Mosquito-Borne Viruses" (2025-2026), "Näringsvävar i matsvamp" (2024-2025), and "Biodiversiteettimuutoksen mittarit ja ek" (2023-2027). He also leads the long-running "Spatial Foodweb Ecology Group" project since 2011. Professor Roslin leads the Spatial Foodweb Ecology Group, which employs innovative approaches to study ecological networks. The group has been instrumental in developing metabarcoding techniques for studying insect communities and their interactions. Recent work includes the Insect Biome Atlas project, which conducted a comprehensive metabarcoding survey of terrestrial arthropods in Sweden and Madagascar, and the Global Spore Sampling Project, which created a standardized dataset of airborne fungal DNA worldwide.

Heather J. Lynchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistical Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Antarctic Wildlife Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Heather J. Lynch is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University, specializing in statistical ecology and Antarctic conservation biology. Her research integrates advanced quantitative methods with field studies to address critical questions about Antarctic wildlife dynamics, particularly penguin populations. She leads the Lynch Lab, which focuses on understanding how climate change, fishing, and tourism impact Antarctic ecosystems through innovative approaches combining satellite remote sensing, computer vision, and ecological modeling. Dr. Lynch's research interests center on Antarctic conservation biology with emphasis on penguin population dynamics, biogeographic distribution patterns, and climate change responses. Her work employs cutting-edge techniques including satellite imagery analysis, drone surveys, and statistical modeling to monitor wildlife populations across vast, remote regions. Key research themes include developing predictive models for population responses to environmental change, creating automated monitoring systems using machine learning, and translating ecological data into actionable conservation strategies for Antarctic stakeholders. The lab's interdisciplinary approach bridges ecology, applied mathematics, computer science, and earth systems science to tackle complex conservation challenges. Her scientific contributions include development of novel wildlife survey methodologies using satellite imagery and computer vision, with applications in penguin and seal population monitoring. Notable projects include managing the Antarctic Site Inventory vessel-based breeding bird survey program in partnership with Oceanites, and creating decision support tools for Antarctic conservation management. Dr. Lynch has received recognition including the American Physical Society's LeRoy Apker Award for her undergraduate physics thesis. Dr. Lynch's laboratory employs highly interdisciplinary approaches that integrate field research with statistical analysis and technological development. The lab actively collaborates with students and postdocs from diverse backgrounds including ecology, marine science, statistics, computer science, and engineering to develop end-to-end solutions for Antarctic ecological challenges. Current efforts focus on understanding penguin responses to climate change, developing automated monitoring systems using drones and satellite imagery, and creating predictive models for conservation decision-making in the rapidly changing Antarctic environment.

Alexandria Boehmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Microbiology
• Water Quality
• Pathogen Transmission
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Alexandria Boehm is the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Professor of Environmental Studies and Professor of Oceans at Stanford University. She serves as a Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment and is affiliated with Bio-X, the Maternal & Child Health Research Institute, and the Center for Innovation in Global Health. BS, California Institute of Technology, Engineering & Applied Science (1996) MS, UC Irvine, Environmental Engineering (1997) PhD, UC Irvine (2000) Her research focuses on pathogens in the environment , including their sources, fate, and transport in natural and engineered systems, with applications in both developed and developing countries . She investigates how pathogens transmit to humans through water, feces, and contaminated surfaces, and her work on coastal water quality addresses biocolloids like fecal indicator organisms, pathogens, and nitrogen dynamics. She also explores wastewater-based epidemiology for tracking diseases like SARS-CoV-2, influenza, HIV, and antibiotic resistance genes. Recent publications highlight her leadership in wastewater surveillance for respiratory viruses, antibiotic resistance, and emerging pathogens like Candida auris. Her work integrates field studies with computational modeling to inform public health policies. Open Science Champion Prize (2024) National Academy of Engineering (2024) Huber Prize, ASCE (2016) NSF CAREER Award (2007) She advises doctoral students and postdocs in environmental engineering and microbiology. Her lab collaborates with institutions globally on projects related to sanitation in Bangladesh and coastal water management .

• Environmental Engineering
• Biotechnology
• Wastewater Treatment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniela P. Mesquita is a Researcher at the Centre of Biological Engineering (CEB-UM) and Associate Director of the Sustainable Bioprocesses and Bioproducts Laboratory (LBBS) at the University of Minho. With a PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering (2011), she specializes in quantitative image analysis , chemometrics , and bioprocess development for wastewater treatment and environmental sustainability . PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering, University of Minho (2006-2011) Master in Biotechnology, University of Minho (2004-2006) BSc in Biological Engineering, University of Minho (1999-2004) Her research focuses on: Quantifying extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) during pharmaceutical and industrial wastewater treatment Developing NIR spectroscopy and chemometric models for rapid pollutant detection Optimizing aerobic granular sludge systems under stress conditions (e.g., salinity, pharmaceuticals) Her recent publications highlight trends in micropollutant removal , sludge morphology , and real-time process monitoring using multivariate analysis . She has supervised 3 PhD theses and 6 Master’s dissertations , with expertise in activated sludge and toxicity assessment . Scientific awards include the Best Poster of the Week (2009) and multiple IACOBUS Program grants (2019-2023). She has conducted visiting research at Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), University of Lorraine (France), and University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain).

• Physics for life sciences
• Environmental physics
• Cultural heritage physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Domenico Majolino is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Physical Sciences and Earth Sciences at the University of Messina. He currently serves as Director of the Department (academic periods 2021/22-2023/24 and 2024/25-2026/27) and has held numerous leadership roles including Rector's Delegate for Teaching and e-Learning Evaluation. His research spans multiple disciplines with a focus on physics applied to cultural heritage, environmental science, and biophysics. Professor Majolino graduated in Physics from the University of Messina on May 3, 1984 with full marks and academic honors. He obtained his PhD in Physics on October 1, 1992, discussing the thesis "Study of relaxation processes in structured fluid systems". His academic career progressed from Researcher (1992-2001), to Associate Professor (2001-2004), to Full Professor (2004-present), with his disciplinary sector evolving to focus increasingly on physics for life sciences, the environment and cultural heritage. Majolino's research focuses on seven main areas: 1) Physical methodologies for archaeometry and cultural heritage diagnostics; 2) Environmental and food matrices analysis for radiological risk assessment; 3) Development of techniques for environmental physics, particularly microplastics characterization; 4) Biomedical applications; 5) Cooperative phenomena in hydrogen-bonded systems confined in porous matrices; 6) Hydration processes in aqueous polymer solutions; and 7) Vibrational dynamics of self-assembled drug-carrier systems. His work combines multiple experimental techniques including light scattering, infrared absorption, ultrasonic techniques, neutron diffraction and scattering, and X-ray absorption. His extensive publication record (over 280 publications with an H-index of 36 and more than 5,000 citations as of May 2025) demonstrates consistent contributions across physics, environmental science, cultural heritage preservation, and biomedical applications. Recent publications show a strong emphasis on radiological risk assessment in cultural heritage materials, advanced spectroscopic techniques for material characterization, and environmental pollution studies, particularly regarding microplastics and heavy metals. Professor Majolino has been actively involved in numerous research projects and grants, including scientific directorship of multiple University Research Programs (PRA) and coordination of significant initiatives like the TEC4ART project (Advanced technologies for cultural tourism in Sicily). He has served as scientific manager for PRIN research programs and as reviewer for international research evaluation bodies. His laboratory work involves state-of-the-art facilities at the University of Messina and collaborations with major European research centers including the Laboratoire Leon Brillouin (Saclay, France), the Institut Laue Langevin (Grenoble, France), and the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility. He has organized numerous specialized sessions at international conferences focused on cultural heritage preservation and metrology.

Juliet Willettsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Water and Sanitation
• Gender Equality
• Climate Resilience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Juliet Willetts is a leading academic at the University of Technology Sydney's Institute for Sustainable Futures, where she serves as Professor and Research Director. With over two decades of experience, her work bridges engineering, environmental science, public health, and social sciences through transdisciplinary research approaches focused on improving water, sanitation, and development outcomes in the Asia-Pacific region. Her research interests span water and sanitation policy and practice, gender equality, climate resilience, urban development, and governance accountability. Willetts has pioneered innovative approaches to monitoring and evaluation, particularly in developing frameworks for measuring gender equality outcomes in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs. Her work emphasizes the intersection of social justice and sustainable development, with a strong focus on practical applications that influence policy and practice. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on evidence-based approaches to water and sanitation challenges, with particular emphasis on gender-transformative interventions, climate-resilient systems, and innovative measurement frameworks. Her research increasingly integrates circular economy principles with water and sanitation services while addressing implementation gaps in policy frameworks across multiple countries. 2024 International Water Association Gender, Diversity in Water Award Australian Financial Review's '100 Women of Influence' International Water Association Award Winner, Applied Research in Sanitation in Developing Countries UTS Vice-Chancellor's Social Justice/Human Rights Award National Australia Bank Women's Leadership 'Agenda-Setter' Award, Finalist Professor Willetts actively supervises graduate research students and leads numerous funded research projects with international organizations including UNICEF, DFAT, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Her current research portfolio includes climate-resilient community initiatives, gender-transformative WASH programming, and innovative approaches to urban water management. She serves in advisory roles for the International Water Association and Sanitation and Water for All partnership, contributing to global policy discussions on sustainable development.

• Human Health Risk Analysis
• Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA)
• Drinking Water Contaminant Prioritization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jade Mitchell serves as Professor and Associate Department Chair in the Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering at Michigan State University, holding joint appointments in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and College of Engineering. Her educational background includes a PhD in Environmental Engineering (Drexel University, 2010) MS in Civil Engineering (Drexel University, 2007) BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering (University of Pittsburgh) Mitchell's research focuses on quantitative risk modeling for water safety, food security, and bioterrorism threats. Her lab develops frameworks for prioritizing drinking water contaminants, analyzes disinfection byproduct-pathogen tradeoffs in distribution systems, and conducts equivalence testing for pathogen surrogates on fomites and low-moisture foods. Current projects include EPA-funded national studies on drinking water risk tradeoffs and QMRA training initiatives. Her laboratory leads the Consortium for Drinking Water Risk Trade-Offs with 8 institutional partners, managing multi-state field sampling programs and stakeholder workshops for water utilities. The Risk Modeling Lab maintains active collaborations with agencies including the Great Lakes Water Authority and Northern Arizona University.