Gabriel Floriano Costa is a Postdoctoral Researcher in NanoElectrocatalysis and Sustainable Chemistry at ICN2. His research focuses on developing sustainable electrochemical processes including CO2 utilization and nitrogen cycle management. Recent work investigates electrode design and spectroscopic methods for urea synthesis from CO2 and nitrates, and efficient nitrate-to-ammonia conversion technologies for circular nitrogen economy applications.
Fumiya Uchikoshi is a Researcher and Academy Scholar at the Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies, housed within the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University. He previously completed his PhD in Sociology at Princeton University in 2024, where he concurrently held positions as a Harold W. Dodds Honorific Fellow and a Prize Fellow in the Social Sciences. His research focuses on social stratification, family demography, and sociogenomics, with a particular emphasis on East Asia, especially Japan. He examines gender inequality in higher education access, genetic and social influences on academic achievement, educational assortative mating, and Asian American family stability. Uchikoshi received his M.A. (2017) and B.A. (2015) in Sociology from the University of Tokyo, and completed a PhD program at Princeton University’s Department of Sociology and Office of Population Research. He has been affiliated with multiple institutions, including the Global Japan Lab at Princeton, the Waseda University Modern Political and Economic Institute, and the Hitotsubashi University Economic Research Institute. His work bridges sociology and demography, with notable contributions to understanding how changes in educational institutions and labor markets perpetuate gender disparities. He has organized student/postdoc seminars for the Research on East Asian Demography and Inequality (READI) working group and collaborated with leading scholars such as Professors James Raymo, Dalton Conley, and Yu Xie. Uchikoshi has earned prestigious awards, including the Alan C. Kerckhoff Travel Award (2024), Best Student Paper Award (2024), and an Honorable Mention for the Student Paper Award from the ASA Sociology of Population Section (2022). His research has been published in Demography , Demographic Research , and Research in Social Stratification and Mobility . He has taught courses on contemporary Japanese society, sociology, and sociogenomics at Princeton University and guest-lectured at Hokkaido University and Mito Daiichi High School. He actively participates in academic associations like the American Sociological Association and Population Association of America, and advises on policy issues related to low fertility and gender inequality in Japan.
Professor Tiho Ancev is a leading academic in Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Sydney , with affiliations to the Sydney Institute of Agriculture and Sydney Southeast Asia Centre . He holds a Bachelor's degree from Saints Cyril and Methodius University, a Master's degree from the University of Iceland, and a PhD from Oklahoma State University. Research Focus: Water economics, energy economics, air pollution and climate change policies, precision agriculture, and agricultural input use Editorial Role: Managing Editor-in-Chief of the Australian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics Grants: Secured funding from ACIAR, ARC, Environmental Trust (NSW), and industry bodies for projects in Vietnam, Australia's electricity market, and sustainable resource management His research integrates environmental economics with agricultural systems , examining topics like nitrogen fertilizer optimization , water market functionality , and renewable energy transitions . Recent publications include experimental investigations into greenhouse gas regulation and salinity offset programs . Professor Ancev's work has been recognized through competitive grants and collaborations across Southeast Asia. He supervises research students on topics such as energy storage systems and land use dynamics , contributing to policy frameworks for sustainable development and climate adaptation .
Dr. Matthew Chidozie Ogwu is an Assistant Professor of Integrated Ecology and Sustainable Development at Appalachian State University's Goodnight Family Sustainable Development Department. He holds a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from Seoul National University and has prior experience as a Researcher in Italy and a Lecturer in Nigeria. His research focuses on sustainable biodiversity management, coupled human-natural systems, and socio-ecological systems, with specialties in soil microbial ecology, molecular genomics, climate change adaptation, and OneHealth approaches. Education: Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Seoul National University (Molecular Biology of Soil Microbial & Geographical Ecology) M.Sc. (Distinction), Plant Diversity & Conservation, University of Benin B.Sc. (First Class), Plant Biology & Biotechnology, University of Benin Research Interests: His work spans sustainable agriculture, waste management, pollution ecology, edible insects sustainability, and environmental health. He spearheads the Human Environmental and Agricultural Laboratory (HEAL lab) focusing on convergence sciences like OneHealth/EcoHealth. Recent publications highlight innovations in green infrastructure, microbial water contamination modeling, and edible mushroom bioactive compounds. Professional Contributions: Serves on editorial boards for Springer/Elsevier journals, volunteers for sustainable development initiatives, and promotes policies for food security in the Global South. Fluent in multiple languages and actively engaged in community service.
Dr Maneka Jayasinghe is the Dean of Business and Accounting at Charles Darwin University, focusing on applied economic research in the Asia-Pacific region. Her expertise spans poverty, inequality, gender equality, consumer demand analysis, tourism economics, and energy consumption. She holds a Professorial academic rank and leads HDR research initiatives. Research Interests: Poverty dynamics and wellbeing measurement in developing economies Gender disparities in economic participation and energy use Consumer demand modeling in diverse regional contexts Tourism's socio-economic impacts and sustainability challenges Energy policy analysis with focus on carbon neutrality transitions Her recent work explores digital inequality's economic impacts, circular economy implementation, and South Asian economic benchmarking. Key themes include interlinkages between energy consumption patterns, economic growth trajectories, and climate policy frameworks. She also investigates demographic dynamics affecting sparsely populated regions like Australia's Northern Territory. Notable Contributions: Advanced methodologies for analyzing household demand systems across developed/developing economies Pioneered gender-sensitive approaches to energy transition policies Developed frameworks for assessing poverty measurement considering economies of scale Current research focuses on post-pandemic recovery strategies, sustainable FDI inflows, and the nexus between tourism and infectious disease transmission. Her interdisciplinary work bridges microeconomic analysis with macroeconomic policy design in development contexts.
Dr. Noureddine Abidi is a Leidigh Professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Science and Managing Director of the Fiber & Biopolymer Research Institute at Texas Tech University. He holds a Ph.D. in Theoretical, Physical and Analytical Chemistry from the University of Montpellier II, France, with postdoctoral studies in physical chemistry and material engineering. His research focuses on cotton fiber properties, biopolymer innovations, and sustainable materials. Education: Bachelor’s in Chemistry Master’s in Polymer Chemistry Advanced Degrees in Polymers, Interfaces, and Amorphous State Ph.D. in Theoretical, Physical, and Analytical Chemistry (University of Montpellier II) Postdoctoral studies at University of Montpellier II and National College of Chemical Engineering of Montpellier Research interests include cotton stickiness detection, functionalization of textiles using microwave plasma and sol-gel technologies, and plant-based biopolymer applications. He emphasizes graduate student involvement in research projects to develop professional and analytical skills. Teaching: PSS 5370: Cotton Fibers PSS 5371: Structure & Functionalization of Cotton Fibers PSS 5373: Biopolymers & Biproducts PSS 5377: Cotton Fiber: Genotype to Phenotype Characterization Labs: Active in the Fiber & Biopolymer Research Institute, focusing on cellulose dissolution, nanocomposite synthesis, and bio-inspired materials. His work bridges agricultural science with advanced material engineering.
Mingxin Guo is a Professor of Soil & Environmental Chemistry at Delaware State University, Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources. His work focuses on advancing sustainable agriculture and environmental science through research in soil health, biochar applications, and agricultural byproduct valorization. He holds a Ph.D. from The Pennsylvania State University, M.S. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and B.S. from Beijing Agricultural University. Dr. Guo’s research emphasizes four key areas: soil health management, nutrient/contaminant dynamics in agroecosystems, biochar innovation for environmental remediation, and bioeconomy education. His projects aim to develop best practices for sustainable land management while enhancing soil quality and reducing environmental impacts. He has published extensively on biochar’s role in soil improvement, stormwater treatment, and nutrient cycling. Education: Ph.D., Soil Science, Pennsylvania State University (2001) M.S., Environmental Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (1995) B.S., Environmental Soil Science, Beijing Agricultural University (1990) He has received the Outstanding Associate Editor Award (2012) and Research Excellence Award (2013). Courses taught include Soil Science, Hydrology, and Environmental Science. His professional memberships include the Soil Science Society of America and Delaware Water Resources Center Advisory Board.
Alexandru Voicu is an Associate Professor at the School of Business, College of Staten Island (CUNY), and a Doctoral Faculty member at the CUNY Graduate School. He teaches Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Statistics, Econometrics, and Labor Economics in the Department of Economics. Education : BA, Polytechnical Institute (Bucharest, Romania) MA, Central European University (Prague, Czech Republic) PhD, Rutgers University Research Interests : Voicu focuses on applying MCMC methods to microeconometric models and analyzing transition economies. His work explores labor market dynamics, international trade impacts (e.g., NAFTA effects), and employment patterns in post-communist states. He also examines gender-based labor participation and policy implications of economic transitions. Publications Trends : His articles span topics like labor market impacts of childbirth, post-communist employment metrics, NAFTA’s economic effects, and computational modeling of green energy markets. Recent works (2021) address EU engagement in Eastern neighbors and technological applications in state-owned enterprises. Advising/Grants : No advising roles or grants explicitly mentioned in the text. Labs/Teams : No specific labs or collaborative teams noted.
Prof. Dr. Annette Deubel is a Professor in the Department of Agriculture, Ecotrophology, and Landscape Development at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences. Her academic journey includes a degree from Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, followed by research roles at the Institute for Plant Nutrition and later at the Martin Luther University. She joined Hochschule Anhalt in 2008, became a temporary professor in 2012, and was appointed full professor in 2016. Her research focuses on soil management, plant nutrition, and sustainable agricultural practices, with emphasis on long-term field trials analyzing fertilization, tillage, and crop rotation impacts on soil health and microbial communities. She has published extensively in journals like Geoderma , Soil Biology and Biochemistry , and Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science , and contributes to scientific communities as Editor-in-Chief of an international journal and committee member in plant nutrition. Her work addresses agricultural sustainability, soil conservation, and crop optimization in Central European farming systems.
Inge Regelink is a Researcher at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in Sustainable Soil Use. Her work focuses on optimizing nutrient management practices, particularly phosphate fertilization, and evaluating the agronomic effectiveness of organic residues like digestate. She leads long-term field trials analyzing soil health and phosphorus dynamics across grassland and arable systems. Key projects include the Long-term phosphate fertilization trials (since 2013) and NitriNure (2025–2029), exploring nutrient recovery technologies. She has authored over 70 publications on topics such as digestate utilization, struvite application in maize, and indicators for soil phosphate status. Regelink actively engages with policymakers and the agricultural sector through expert commentary on waste management solutions for manure surplus issues. Her collaborative efforts span international projects like SYSTEMIC, developing circular economy models for anaerobic digesters. She presents findings at academic conferences and professional seminars, emphasizing practical applications of research in sustainable agriculture.
Chris Ennis is a Senior Lecturer at Teesside University's School of Health and Life Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Life Sciences, the Centre for Biodiscovery, and the Centre for Sustainable Engineering. A Chartered Chemist, he holds a PhD in Surface Science from York University and researches sustainable technology, carbon mitigation, biochar utilization, and pollution chemistry. His work involves interdisciplinary projects like REVAmP (strategic plastic recycling) and biochar-slag cement development. Recent publications emphasize waste valorization, circular economy principles, and sustainable materials science. Research trends show a focus on converting industrial byproducts (e.g., sewage sludge, plastic waste) into eco-friendly construction materials, with advances in geotechnical stabilization and low-carbon binders.
Alan Guwy is a Professor at the University of South Wales, affiliated with the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science. His research focuses on environmental engineering, renewable energy, and biotechnology, with emphasis on bioelectrochemical systems, waste valorization, and sustainable technologies. He has contributed to advancements in volatile fatty acid production, anaerobic digestion optimization, and electrochemical energy systems. Guwy's work integrates microbial fuel cells, solid oxide cells, and bioelectrochemical processes for resource recovery and energy generation. His research addresses challenges in wastewater treatment, hydrogen production from biohythane, and the utilization of industrial byproducts. He has published extensively on topics like zinc recovery from scrap steel, biohydrogen applications, and carbon capture technologies. His recent publications highlight innovations in real-time monitoring systems for VFA analysis, techno-economic assessments of biowaste processing, and electrochemical CO₂ reduction. While no awards are listed, his contributions to bioreactor design and material recovery have positioned him as a key figure in sustainable environmental engineering. Guwy collaborates on projects involving anaerobic digestion dynamics, microbial community analysis, and sensor instrumentation. His research often bridges laboratory-scale innovations with industrial applications, emphasizing scalability and practical implementation in renewable energy systems.
Matteo Gigli is an Associate Professor at the Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems , Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His research focuses on sustainable materials development, biomass valorization, and green chemistry applications through projects like PRIMA program's QuiPack and EU-funded TURBOPACK. Supervises the Safety Laboratory at the Scientific Campus (via Torino) Editorial board member of Frontiers in Chemistry (Green and Sustainable Chemistry section) Reviewer for 30+ journals including ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering and Journal of Membrane Science Research areas include: Green Chemistry (lignin-based nanocarriers, rice husk silica) Biomaterials (chitin nanocrystal films, biodegradable polymers) Environmental Engineering (photodegradation of antibiotics, water purification) Teaching activities include: Master's course: Bio-plastics for Sustainable Applications Bachelor's courses: Inorganic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
Dr. Jessica Adams is a Research Fellow at Aberystwyth University's Institute of Biological, Environmental, and Rural Sciences, specializing in macroalgae (seaweed) utilization and bioconversion processes. With a PhD and BSc background, she serves as Senior Research Scientist in Bioconversion and Biorefining, leveraging the BEACON pilot-scale facility for large-scale seaweed processing projects. Her research spans macroalgae utilization from cultivation through product development, including drying, pressing, milling, water/chemical extractions, enzymic hydrolysis, fermentations, and thermal treatments to chars and composts. She also investigates β-glucan content in oats within the Core Strategic Programme. Her work significantly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable resource utilization and circular economy approaches. Dr. Adams has secured over £3.1M in research funding from BBSRC, EPSRC, Welsh Government, and Innovate UK. Her publication record includes 34 research outputs with an h-index of 11, focusing on macroalgal biorefining, biochar production, and seaweed-derived products. Her recent work shows increasing emphasis on gut health applications, sustainable aquaculture, and circular bioeconomy solutions. She has received notable recognition including election as President of the British Phycological Society in 2024. Her research has been featured in multiple media outlets including coverage of 'New Seaweed Capsules Tested for Gut Health Benefits' in March 2025. Dr. Adams currently supervises a Marie Skłodowska Curie Fellow, 4 PhD students, and 2 MSc students while serving on boards for Algae-UK (BBSRC), Seafood Innovation Fund (Defra), and AberInnovation enterprise campus. She is also a Non-executive Director of GreenSeas Resources. Her teaching responsibilities include coordinating the Bioconversion and Biorefining module (BRM3720) and lecturing on Aquatic Botany, Crop and Grassland Production Science, and Current Topics in Biotechnology. She also serves as a tutor for undergraduate students across multiple semesters.
Associate Professor Ivan Kristek, PhD, is affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Osijek, Croatia. He holds a PhD in Management and has been employed full-time since 2007, advancing to his current position in 2018. His expertise spans economics, environmental policy, and financial regulation. Education: Bachelor’s in Investment Funds (2005) Specialist in Economics (2009) Doctoral dissertation on banking efficiency (2012) Research focuses on: Economic growth drivers (youth unemployment, foreign investment) Environmental taxes and low-carbon transitions Market concentration effects in finance and transportation EU policy impacts on regional development Key articles analyze wage-productivity linkages, road freight’s role in EU growth, and demographic shifts. His work employs panel data methods and policy analysis frameworks. Teaching includes Microeconomics, Managerial Economics, and Game Theory at undergraduate and graduate levels.
