جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Food Safety
• Food Chain Integrity
• Microbiological Risk Assessment
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Francis Butler is a Full Professor at University College Dublin's School of Biosystems and Food Engineering, where he has been since 1990. His academic roles include research leadership in food safety, food chain integrity, and microbial risk assessment. He leads the UCD Institute for Food and Health and the UCD Centre for Food Safety as a Principal Investigator. Education: BE, Grad Dip University Teaching & Learning, MBA, and PhD from University College Dublin. Research Focus: His work centers on food safety hazards, quantitative risk assessment, and next-generation sequencing for pathogen identification. Recent projects include Listeria monocytogenes growth modeling, norovirus in oysters, and hepatitis E in pork products. He has secured over €6 million in research grants, including EU-funded projects like FOODINTEGRITY and SIGMACHAIN. Awards & Recognition: European Food Safety Authority Fellowship, Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship, and UCD Teaching Grant. He coordinates international educational programs, including the UCD MSC Food Safety and Risk Analysis. Professional Activities: Member of EFSA advisory committees, editorial boards (e.g., Microbial Risk Analysis ), and international conference chairs. His work bridges academia, industry, and policy to enhance food safety standards globally.

• Atmospheric Aerosols
• Environmental Health
• Air Quality Monitoring
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Zaheer Nasar is a Reader in Atmospheric Aerosols at Cranfield University's School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing. His work focuses on real-time bioaerosol characterization, indoor/outdoor air quality dynamics, and environmental health impacts of particulate matter. He leads the NERC-funded Light-Induced Fluorescence sensor project and contributes to the BioAirNet network (NE/V002171/1) as Co-I. Research Interests Physico-chemical and biological characterization of aerosols Spatio-temporal dynamics of particulate matter (PM) and bioaerosols Quantitative microbial risk assessment (QMRA) methodologies Low-cost air quality sensor networks and machine learning calibration Urban green infrastructure effects on air pollution Policy development in Hindu Kush Himalayan air quality Recent publications emphasize machine learning-enhanced sensor calibration (2024 IEEE paper), wastewater plant bioaerosol risks (2024 Water Research), and urban air quality interventions across the UK and Lahore. He has secured over £1.6M in grants from NERC, STFC, and UKRI GCRF, with significant work on BTEX exposure in Nigeria and SARS-CoV-2 risks in wastewater facilities. Scientific Recognition Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Co-investigator in multiple NERC/UKRI projects Active participant in BSI bioaerosol standards committee As an advisor, he mentors five postgraduate researchers including Reece Dillon and Hathaikarn Tathong, with a strong publication record in journals like Environmental Science: Atmospheres , Risk Analysis , and BJPsych Open . His work bridges environmental science, public health, and policy implementation through interdisciplinary research.

Sarah Greenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Anthropology of Borders
• Social and Cultural Anthropology
• Mediterranean Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Green is a Professor at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Social and Cultural Anthropology. Her research focuses on the anthropology of borders, livestock and microbial movements, and Mediterranean and Balkan regional dynamics. She has led projects such as "Crosslocations in the Mediterranean" and "Opening Pandora’s Box: Assessing The Risks of Permafrost Thaw" , exploring environmental and health intersections. As Editor-in-Chief of Social Anthropology , she has shaped academic discourse. Her recent work examines zoonotic disease control and nonhuman animal migration. She advises doctoral theses on topics ranging from Roma policy to digital intimacy in Egypt. Affiliated with Helsinki One Health, she bridges social and medical sciences. Education: Not explicitly detailed in texts, but her academic roles imply advanced anthropological training. Research Projects: Includes "InterEarth RESET" (climate change), "Trade, Transit and Travel in the Mediterranean" , and "EastBordNet" . Grants: Recipient of University profiling funding and Research Council of Finland grants. Her theoretical contributions include "Crosslocations" theory, analyzing spatial entanglements. She frequently participates in conferences like the American Anthropological Association meetings and contributes to editorial boards. Recent publications address border entanglements, postmodern gender theory, and Mediterranean geopolitics.

Om Parkash Dhankherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Phytoremediation
• Plant Biotechnology
• Heavy Metal Toxicity Mitigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Om Parkash Dhankher is a distinguished Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the Stockbridge School of Agriculture. His research integrates plant biotechnology, phytoremediation, and climate-resilient crop development, focusing on detoxification of heavy metals, stress tolerance, and metabolic engineering for biofuels. He leads the Dhankher Lab , which pioneered transgenic plants for arsenic phytoremediation and manipulation of glutathione pathways. Education: Ph.D. in Plant Molecular Biology, Durham University (1998) M.Phil. in Biochemistry and Genetics, Kurukshetra University (1998) M.Sc. in Botany, Kurukshetra University (1987) B.Sc. in Medical, Maharishi Dayanand University (1985) Research interests include molecular mechanisms of abiotic stress tolerance, glutathione homeostasis for oxidative stress, arsenic-free crop engineering, and nanotechnology applications in agriculture. His work on sulfur nanoparticles has demonstrated reduced toxicity in rice and Brassica napus, while his Crambe abyssinica and Camelina sativa projects focus on biofuel yield enhancement. He pioneered the first transgenic plant combining arsC and γECS for arsenic remediation. Scientific leadership is reflected through editorial roles in Plant Cell Reports , Frontiers in Plant Sciences , and Environmental Pollution (among others). His accolades include fellowships from CSSA, ASA, ISEB, and ISPP, alongside US patents for metal-resistant plants and oil content engineering. Notably, his research on plant-based nickel extraction featured in the Wall Street Journal (2025) and was highlighted in Nature Biotechnology (2002), earning over $10M in research funding. Publications span 117 peer-reviewed articles and 4 books, including breakthroughs on arsenic detoxification , nanoparticle-plant interactions , and stress-associated proteins . His work has been featured in Science , Nature , PNAS , and ACS Nano , with recent 2025 articles on Camelina nickel tolerance and nanomaterial gene delivery . Collaborations span institutions in India, China, Italy, and Egypt through international outreach programs.

Aaron Bivinsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Microbiology
• Public Health Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aaron Bivins serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Louisiana State University (LSU), part of the prestigious College of Engineering. His position is based at 3240E Patrick F. Taylor Hall in Baton Rouge, LA. He is reachable via email at abivins@lsu.edu and holds professional certifications including P.E. (Professional Engineer) and BCEE (Board Certified Environmental Engineering Specialist). Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2019) M.S. in Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology (2015) B.S. in Civil Engineering (Cum Laude), Georgia Institute of Technology (2007) Research Focus: Dr. Bivins’ lab leverages environmental microbiology to advance public health outcomes by addressing microbial threats in engineered and natural systems. Key research areas include microbial transport dynamics, pathogen detection in diverse environments, and risk assessment methodologies. His work emphasizes practical applications such as improving wastewater surveillance protocols, mitigating antimicrobial resistance risks, and enhancing drinking water safety. Projects span microbial source tracking, environmental health interventions, and quantitative risk modeling. Awards & Recognition: EPA STAR Fellowship (2015–2019) Fulbright-Nehru Scholarship (2017) Professional Experience: Prior to LSU, he was a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of Notre Dame (2019–2021). Earlier roles include Engineering Associate positions at URS Corporation (2011–2012) and BP-Barber in Savannah, GA (2007–2011). His career bridges academic research with industry applications in environmental engineering. Labs & Teams: Leads the Bivins Lab at LSU, a research group dedicated to interdisciplinary environmental microbiology studies with direct implications for public health policy and infrastructure design.

Anne Berit C. Samuelsenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Polysaccharide Chemistry
• Pharmacognosy
• Carbohydrate Polymers
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anne Berit C. Samuelsen serves as Associate Professor at the Department of Pharmacy, University of Oslo, where she also holds the position of Head of Education. Her academic foundation includes a Cand.pharm. degree and Dr.scient. doctorate, establishing her expertise in pharmaceutical sciences. Her research centers on polysaccharides from natural sources—particularly higher plants, cereals, and fungi (Basidiomycota)—with specialized focus on β-glucans. Key interests include carbohydrate chemistry, pharmacognosy, and the development of biopolymer-based pharmaceutical applications. Her work bridges fundamental structural characterization with practical drug delivery solutions, notably through liposome coating technologies and immunomodulatory compound development. Recent publications reveal a strong trajectory in fungal polysaccharide research, particularly with Pleurotus eryngii and Albatrellus ovinus species. Her team employs advanced techniques like diffusion-ordered NMR spectroscopy to analyze polysaccharide structures while investigating biological activities related to immune receptor binding (Dectin-1, Toll-like receptors) and therapeutic applications. This work demonstrates consistent output in high-impact journals including Carbohydrate Polymers and ACS Applied Bio Materials . She actively contributes to academic instruction through courses such as FARM1150 (Pharmaceutically Oriented Biochemistry), FARM3100 (Pharmacognosy), and FARM5200 (Use of Biopolymers in Pharmaceuticals). Her leadership extends to the Bioactive Natural Substances and Health Effects (BioNatH) research group and the Glyconor Consortium, where she investigates natural product applications for health improvement.

Sapna Sharmaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climate Change
• Aquatic Ecology
• Environmental Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sapna Sharma is a Full Professor in the Department of Biology at York University's Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on predicting the effects of environmental stressors—such as climate change, invasive species, and habitat alteration—on lakes and aquatic ecosystems. She leads the Sharma Lab, emphasizing big data and machine learning to address global change biology challenges. Her work explores lake ice dynamics, water quality, and biodiversity responses to climate shifts, with a focus on Arctic and Northern Hemisphere lakes. Key research areas include cryosphere studies, aquatic ecology, and climate modeling. She has developed quantitative frameworks to predict ecosystem responses and collaborates on long-term projects like the Community Lake Ice Collaboration, spanning over 1,000 lakes. Her lab's contributions include datasets like the Global Lake area, Climate, and Population (GLCP), enhancing global environmental monitoring. Sharma's research highlights societal impacts of environmental changes, such as reduced lake ice safety and economic consequences for communities. She advocates for interdisciplinary approaches to limnology and emphasizes freshwater biodiversity conservation. Her work bridges ecological and social sciences, addressing climate adaptation and policy implications. Contact details: Email sharma11@yorku.ca , Office: Lumbers Building 326. She is eligible to supervise graduate students in the Biology Graduate Program at York University.

Janie McClurkin Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Post-harvest treatment technologies
• Bioprocess engineering
• Biomass valorization
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Janie McClurkin Moore is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at Texas A&M University, part of the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. Her research focuses on post-harvest technologies, food safety, and innovative engineering education strategies. She holds a PhD in Agricultural and Biological Engineering from Purdue University and has extensive expertise in applying cold plasma technology to agricultural challenges. Education: B.S., Bio-Environmental Engineering, North Carolina A&T State University (2006) M.S.A.B.E., Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Purdue University (2009) Ph.D., Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Purdue University (2015) Research interests span post-harvest treatment innovations, biomass valorization, and educational methodologies. Her work emphasizes non-thermal plasma applications for food safety, mycotoxin mitigation, and sustainable agriculture practices. Publications reveal a strong focus on plasma technology for pest control, food preservation, and hydroponic systems. Her engineering education research explores inclusive pedagogy and curriculum development in diverse educational settings. Advising and grants include contributions to the NSF Convergence Accelerator project addressing food security in extreme environments. She is affiliated with Texas A&M AgriLife Research, advancing applied agricultural solutions through interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Biostatistical Methods
• Chronic disease
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Xiaoyu Che is an Assistant Professor of Biostatistics at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, where he serves as the principal biostatistician in the Center for Infection and Immunity (CII) at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. His work bridges statistical methodology with biomedical research, focusing on complex disease mechanisms through advanced data analysis approaches. Dr. Che received his academic training at prestigious institutions: BS in Mathematics from Zhejiang University (2006) PhD in Mathematics from Claremont Graduate University (2013) Dr. Che's research program centers on the development and application of statistical methods for multi-omics analyses, with particular focus on understanding the pathogenesis of chronic and neurodevelopmental conditions. His work spans multiple domains including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), and Gulf War Illness (GWI). He employs sophisticated biostatistical approaches to integrate diverse biological data types, revealing novel insights into disease mechanisms. His methodological expertise includes Bayesian statistics, metabolomic analysis, immune signature identification, and microbiome characterization, all aimed at translating complex biological data into meaningful clinical insights. Analysis of Dr. Che's publication record reveals a strong thematic focus on applying advanced statistical methods to understand complex disease mechanisms. His work consistently bridges biostatistical innovation with biomedical discovery, particularly in the areas of neurodevelopmental disorders and chronic fatigue conditions. The publications demonstrate progression from foundational methodological work to increasingly sophisticated multi-omics integration approaches, reflecting both technical growth and expanding research impact. His collaborative approach is evident through numerous high-impact publications with interdisciplinary teams across Columbia University and beyond. Dr. Che teaches BIST P8104: Probability in the Biostatistics MS degree program at Columbia, demonstrating his commitment to training the next generation of biostatisticians. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided materials, his extensive publication record across multiple high-impact journals suggests successful grant funding supporting his research program. As principal biostatistician in the Center for Infection and Immunity, Dr. Che plays a critical role in the analytical framework of the center's research initiatives. His work supports the center's mission to understand the relationship between infectious agents and human health through rigorous quantitative analysis. The collaborative nature of his research is evident in the diverse range of co-authors spanning immunology, virology, microbiology, and clinical medicine.

Patrick M. Tarwaterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Sleep
• Biostatistical Methods in Comparative Pathobiology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Patrick M. Tarwater is a Professor in the Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at Texas A&M University, with research spanning infectious disease epidemiology, traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, sleep science, biostatistical methods, and environmental health impacts on child development. His work integrates clinical, laboratory, and computational approaches to address complex public health challenges. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Biometry from University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (1999) MS in Mathematics from Texas Tech University (1992) BA in Mathematics from Texas Tech University (1990) Tarwater's research in Infectious Disease Epidemiology features extensive work on HIV/SIV pathogenesis using non-human primate models, SARS-CoV-2 variant dynamics, and microbial risk assessment in environmental settings. His Traumatic Brain Injury and Sleep research includes innovative interventions like the OSABI sleep hygiene protocol and objective sleep monitoring methodologies for rehabilitation patients. The Environmental Health focus centers on the ECHO program's investigation of maternal nutrition and child health outcomes, alongside risk assessments for oil spill contaminants and recreational water safety. Analysis of his 2018-2024 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) viral pathogenesis mechanisms using advanced animal models, (2) neuroimmunological consequences of infections and injuries, and (3) environmental exposure risk modeling. His work consistently employs sophisticated biostatistical techniques and translational approaches bridging laboratory findings to clinical applications. While no specific awards are documented in the source material, Tarwater's prolific publication record in high-impact journals demonstrates significant scholarly contributions. His teaching portfolio includes foundational courses in epidemiology and biostatistics, plus advanced instruction in cohort analysis and epidemiologic inference.

• Risk assessment modeling
• Food safety
• Predictive modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Enda Cummins is a faculty member at University College Dublin (UCD), serving as Professor and Deputy Head of the School of Biosystems and Food Engineering. He also holds roles as Head of Teaching and Learning and Visiting Professor at KU Leuven, Belgium. His research focuses on risk assessment, predictive modeling, food safety, and environmental contamination, with an emphasis on chemicals (e.g., acrylamide, nanoparticles) and pathogens (E. coli, Salmonella). He leads a multidisciplinary team and coordinates the EU-funded H2020 ITN project PROTECT, addressing climate change impacts on food safety. Education: BAgrSc, MEngSc, PhD from UCD. Teaching emphasizes problem-based learning and integrates research innovations. He developed the EU-funded Erasmus+ Predictive Modelling and Risk Assessment program and coordinates the MEngSc in Food Engineering. Grants include projects on antimicrobial resistance, nanoparticle toxicity, and urease inhibitor efficacy. Over 100 peer-reviewed publications and 123 conference papers highlight his work on risk assessment, food safety, and environmental modeling.

• Metabolomics
• Analytical Chemistry
• Plant-Microbe Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rainer Schuhmacher is a Full Professor for Plant and Microbe Metabolomics at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), affiliated with the Department of Agricultural Sciences and the Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics in Tulln an der Donau. His research focuses on metabolomics, analytical chemistry, and plant-microbe interactions, with emphasis on fungal secondary metabolites, mycotoxin resistance, and environmental stress responses in crops. He leads projects funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), European Commission, and national agencies. Research interests span: Metabolomic profiling of plant-pathogen interactions (e.g., Fusarium -wheat systems) Stable isotope-assisted techniques for metabolic pathway analysis Cold stress mitigation in plants using Antarctic bacteria Development of computational tools for untargeted metabolomics data processing His work integrates analytical chemistry, bioinformatics, and molecular biology to study metabolic crosstalk in agricultural systems. Awards include the Fritz-Feigl-Preis (2012) and Dr.-Wolfgang-Houska-Preis (2005). He has supervised multiple PhD projects and leads the Plant-Microbe Metabolomics group, managing core metabolomics platforms and international collaborations. Key projects: Chemical crosstalk in mycoparasitic interactions (FWF) Metabolomics of cold stress tolerance mediated by psychrotolerant bacteria Extension of metabolomics platforms for plant-pathogen studies

Catherine Petersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Geochemistry
• Carbon Sequestration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Catherine Peters is the George J. Magee Professor of Geosciences and Geological Engineering, and Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Princeton University. She serves as Director of the Program in Geological Engineering and holds associated faculty roles in the High Meadows Environmental Institute (HMEI), Princeton Institute for the Science and Technology of Materials (PRISM), and the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment. Her work focuses on environmental chemistry, geochemical reactions, and subsurface energy technologies, including carbon sequestration, geothermal energy, and shale gas extraction. Education: PhD (Joint degree in Civil Engineering and Engineering & Public Policy), Carnegie Mellon University, 1992 MS in Civil Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 1987 BSE in Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan, 1985 Research Interests: Dr. Peters explores environmental challenges of subsurface energy systems through experimental, imaging, and modeling approaches. Key areas include CO2 storage in saline aquifers, geochemical reaction kinetics, and remediation of organic pollutants. Her lab uses synchrotron-based techniques and reactive transport simulations to study processes at nanometer to basin scales. She emphasizes collaborative research with national labs and universities. Recent Article Trends: Her publications (2023-2025) highlight advancements in carbon mineralization, hydrogen storage security, microbial geochemical interactions, and multi-scale material characterization. These works bridge environmental engineering, geochemistry, and data science to address decarbonization challenges. Awards & Leadership: Fellow, Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP) since 2016 2012 EPA P3 Award for the 'Power-in-a-Box TM' sustainable design project Princeton Commendation List for Outstanding Teaching Grants & Collaborations: Funded by NSF, DOE, and EPA, her projects address subsurface energy systems and climate mitigation. She collaborates with national labs via synchrotron facilities and leads initiatives like the Grand Challenges Program. Courses taught include environmental engineering, statistical methods, and geochemical kinetics modeling. Labs & Teams: Affiliated with HMEI, PRISM, and the Andlinger Center, she integrates interdisciplinary teams to advance sustainable energy and environmental solutions. Her group’s work often intersects with global sustainability and equity goals.

Ross D. Shachterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Decision Analysis
• Medical Decision Making
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ross D. Shachter is an Associate Professor of Management Science and Engineering at Stanford University, affiliated with the Stanford Health Policy initiative. He has been on the faculty since 1982, following his PhD in Operations Research from UC Berkeley. His research focuses on decision analysis methodologies, particularly influence diagrams and belief networks, applied to medical decision-making and public health policy. His work includes modeling uncertain processes in healthcare contexts, such as AIDS policy evaluation and bladder cancer follow-up strategies. During a leave at Duke University’s Center for Health Policy, he developed diagram-based approaches for medical technology assessment. Collaborations with clinicians and policymakers highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Key contributions span cost-effectiveness analyses of vaccines (e.g., Helicobacter pylori), diagnostic algorithms for pulmonary embolism, and optimization of healthcare decision processes. His research emphasizes quantitative methods to improve health outcomes and policy design.

Maneka Malalgodaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Food Science
• Nutritional Sciences
• Cereal Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maneka Malalgoda is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences. Her research focuses on grain chemistry, processing quality, and the development of healthy grain-based food systems. PhD in Cereal Science, North Dakota State University MSc in Cereal Science, North Dakota State University BSc in Medical & Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, University of Applied Sciences, Austria Dr. Malalgoda's research investigates the physicochemical properties of grain proteins and starches, their functionality in food processing, and the biological activity of grain biomacromolecules. She explores how these components contribute to nutritional value, safety, and structural integrity in bakery applications. Her recent publications highlight advancements in protein-enriched wholegrain bread, ancient grain processing optimization, oat protein health benefits, and pesticide residue impacts on cereal chemistry. Key trends include the use of analytical techniques (HPLC, LC-MS) and the intersection of traditional grains with modern nutritional needs. Dr. Malalgoda teaches courses in food science, including FOOD 4100: Current Issues in Food and Human Nutrition , FOOD 3220: Grains for Food and Beverage , and FOOD 3200: Bakery Science and Technology . She supervises graduate research at the University of Manitoba's Ellis Building facility.