Elmira Hassanzadeh is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil, Geological and Mining Engineering , Polytechnique Montréal, with a focus on integrated water resource modeling and management under climate and anthropogenic changes. She is affiliated with the Global Institute for Water Security (University of Saskatchewan) and the Experimental and Digital Water Flow Engineering Group (GENIE EAU) . Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Saskatchewan Postdoctoral Fellow, McGill University Research interests include climate change impact assessment, socio-hydrological modeling, stakeholder engagement in water management, and sustainable development of water systems in cold regions. Her work emphasizes decision-making under uncertainty and adaptive strategies for ungauged basins. Recent publications (2024–2020) span coastal flood hazard modeling, climate-driven hydrological changes in tropical and Canadian watersheds, evaluation of agricultural practices under warming climates, and integrated approaches to water quality and system dynamics. Keywords include Hydrology , Climate Change , Water Security , and Socio-Hydrology . Supervision: She has mentored 15+ graduate students in projects related to Lake Urmia, Saskatchewan River Basin, and climate adaptation in Africa and the Pacific.
Benjamin J. Keys is a Research Associate at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School within the Public Economics program. His work focuses on public economics, environmental economics, and financial risk management with particular emphasis on housing markets and climate change impacts. University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School Public Economics Department His research explores: Climate risk capitalization in housing markets Mortgage insurance moral hazard Consumer credit card payment behaviors Emergency credit systems Regional economic redistribution through mortgages Email: benkeys@wharton.upenn.edu Scientific awards include: Fellowships on Consumer Financial Management
Dr. Stephanie M. Patch is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Coastal, and Environmental Engineering at the University of South Alabama's College of Engineering. Her research focuses on coastal engineering challenges, particularly beach erosion dynamics and the interaction between natural processes and engineered structures during extreme events like hurricanes. Education: Ph.D. Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech M.S. Civil Engineering, Georgia Tech Savannah B.S. Civil Engineering, Georgia Tech Savannah Research Interests: Dr. Patch investigates short- and long-term coastal erosion mechanisms, wave and surge impacts on barrier islands, and numerical modeling applications for coastal resilience. Her recent work examines Hurricane Sandy's effects on New Jersey and Virginia barrier systems, emphasizing adaptive strategies under rising sea levels. Publications Trends: Her articles address coastal infrastructure resilience, hurricane geomorphological impacts, and adaptation strategies using advanced numerical simulations. Key themes include sea-level rise mitigation, post-disaster assessment, and coastal policy frameworks. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees or grant details listed in the profile. Labs/Teams: Active in coastal modeling and field measurement initiatives, though specific lab affiliations are not detailed here.
Jon Miller is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Ocean Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology. He holds dual roles as Director of the NJ Coastal Protection Technical Assistance Service and NJ Sea Grant Coastal Processes Specialist. Miller earned a B.E. in Civil Engineering from Stevens (1999), followed by M.S. and Ph.D. in Coastal Engineering from the University of Florida (2001, 2004). His research focuses on coastal hazard mitigation, nature-based solutions, and numerical modeling of coastal systems. Education: - Ph.D. Coastal Engineering, University of Florida (2004) - M.S. Coastal Engineering, University of Florida (2001) - B.E. Civil Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology (1999) Research Interests: Miller's work emphasizes coastal resilience through innovative engineering approaches. Key areas include: - Wave attenuation mechanisms of natural/nature-based features - Climate change impacts on coastal erosion - Living shoreline design and implementation - Sediment management strategies for inlets and beaches - Dune system vulnerability analysis Grants & Awards: - $1M+ funding from NOAA, NSF, and state agencies - 2024 ASCE Educator of the Year Award - 2023 Robert G. Dean Coastal Award - Over 20+ technical reports guiding coastal policy Professional Leadership: - Editorial roles in Shore & Beach and Journal of Coastal Research - Leadership in NJ Coastal Resilience Collaborative - Advisor for 3 Technogenesis Summer Scholars Labs & Projects: - Principal Investigator for SEECPRS disaster response system - Co-developed NJ Living Shorelines Engineering Guidelines - Conducts fieldwork on Hudson River shoreline restoration
Brett Sanders is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Samueli School of Engineering, University of California, Irvine. His research focuses on developing innovative algorithms for flow and transport in river and coastal systems and integrating information technologies to create more accurate and efficient simulation tools for flood hazard assessment. His primary research interests include: Flooding and erosion hazards, particularly coastal flooding and urban flooding Surface water quality Low impact development impacts on hydrology Dam-break flooding Aerial and terrestrial lidar scanning Geographical information systems High performance computing for simulation tools Social dimensions of flood risk and adaptation behaviors Dr. Sanders' recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a comprehensive research program addressing both technical and social aspects of flood risk. His work spans computational hydrodynamics, flood hazard mapping, infrastructure vulnerability assessment, and the socioeconomic dimensions of flood risk. He has made significant contributions to understanding multi-grid modeling of urban flooding, post-fire flood hazards, satellite-based monitoring of land motion, and social inequalities in flood exposure. His research demonstrates how flood dynamics are more complex than simple bath-tub filling models suggest, with important implications for urban planning and climate adaptation. Dr. Sanders has received recognition as a Chancellor's Professor at UC Irvine, indicating distinguished scholarly achievement. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan (1997) M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan (1994) B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley (1993)
Dr. Yuki Miura serves as Assistant Professor at New York University's Tandon School of Engineering in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and Center for Urban Science and Progress (CUSP), with additional affiliations at NYU Stern's Volatility and Risk Institute and the New York City Panel on Climate Change (NPCC5). Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. (2022), M.Phil. (2021), and M.S. (2017) in Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics from Columbia University, complemented by a B.Eng. in System Design Engineering from Keio University (2015). Dr. Miura's research integrates engineering, climate science, finance, and social sciences to develop actionable resilience solutions. Her work focuses on climate risk quantification , urban adaptation strategies , and socioeconomic impact modeling through advanced data analytics. She pioneers methodologies that couple physical climate modeling with socioeconomic vulnerability assessments to deliver implementable risk mitigation frameworks for public and private institutions. Her publication portfolio demonstrates consistent advancement in climate risk analytics, with recent work addressing urban flooding dynamics, precipitation extremes, and infrastructure protection. These studies reveal a distinct trajectory toward integrated risk modeling that bridges climate physics with financial and social dimensions, increasingly leveraging AI-driven approaches for compound hazard assessment. Recognition for her contributions includes the Mindlin Scholar award from Columbia University (2022), with research featured in The New York Times , The New Yorker , and The Nikkei . As director of the Climate, Energy, and Risk Analytics Lab (CERA), Dr. Miura mentors graduate students in developing data-driven solutions for climate resilience. Her industry experience at Morgan Stanley (2021-2024) in climate risk management directly informs her applied research approach, fostering strong connections between academic innovation and real-world implementation. CERA operates as an interdisciplinary hub developing AI-driven methodologies for urban flood modeling, compound climate risk assessment, and socioeconomic impact analysis. The lab maintains active collaborations with the National Center for Atmospheric Research and New York City/State governments to translate research into actionable climate adaptation policies.
Dr. E. Keith Smith is a Lecturer at ETH Zürich's Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences, affiliated with the Center for Comparative and International Studies (CIS). His research focuses on sociopolitical dimensions of climate change, particularly climate change attitudes, behaviors, and social tipping processes. He holds PhD from Colorado State University and master’s degrees from KU Leuven and University of British Columbia. His work explores why individuals engage—or disengage—in climate action, emphasizing factors like political polarization, religious beliefs (especially evangelical Protestantism), and trust in institutions. Smith's research employs quantitative methodologies and addresses challenges in environmental policy implementation, such as equitable air quality monitoring and global supply chain regulations. He contributed to the DominoES project on social tipping dynamics and has published in journals like Global Environmental Change and Nature Scientific Reports . His recent studies analyze public support for climate policies across Europe and the U.S., emphasizing how procedural inclusiveness and transparency can build trust in environmental governance. He also explores mobility policies in Switzerland, including road pricing and public transport expansion, using experimental methods to gauge citizen preferences. Smith’s work bridges environmental science and social science, aiming to identify pathways for transformative societal shifts toward climate action. His current projects focus on social tipping mechanisms and the interplay between climate risk anticipation and policy demand.
Che-Wei Chang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ocean Engineering at the University of Rhode Island (URI) , where he joined in August 2023. Prior to URI, he was an Assistant Professor at the Disaster Prevention Research Institute of Kyoto University in Japan. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Cornell University in 2017, along with an M.S. in Civil Engineering from National Taiwan University (2008) and a B.S. in Soil and Water Conservation from National Chung Hsing University (2006). Ph.D., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University, 2017 M.S., Civil Engineering, National Taiwan University, 2008 B.S., Soil and Water Conservation, National Chung Hsing University, 2006 Dr. Chang specializes in coastal engineering , coastal resilience , and nature-based solutions for mitigating coastal hazards. His research focuses on water waves and nearshore hydrodynamics , particularly how mangroves and other natural features reduce wave impacts from tsunamis, storm surges, and rising sea levels. He integrates numerical modeling , laboratory flume experiments , and field observations to advance understanding of coastal morphodynamics under climate change. His recent work, including 2025 publications on SPH simulations and field studies , emphasizes mangrove resilience against breaking wave forces and critical wave conditions leading to mangrove failure. Earlier studies (2015–2022) explore Boussinesq modeling , wave-vegetation interactions , and coastal forest functional evaluation . These articles highlight his commitment to sustainable shoreline management and science-based coastal design. Dr. Chang received the Coastal Engineering Journal (CEJ) Citation Award 2024 for his impactful review paper and was appointed a Senior Fellow of the Coastal Institute (URI) in 2025 . He actively mentors graduate students like Felipe Espinoza and Ramin Safari , who investigate wave-mangrove dynamics and vegetation impacts on coastal systems . His lab at URI, the Chang Coastal Lab , collaborates on conferences (e.g., ICCE 2024) and NSF-funded projects like NHERI RAPID Facility workshops.
Prof. Han Olff is a Professor of Community and Conservation Ecology at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, within the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences. He leads research on ecosystem structure, species interactions, and theoretical ecology, with fieldwork in savannas, salt marshes, and coastal systems. His work bridges theory and conservation, advising organizations like WWF and ARK Nature. Education: PhD (Cum Laude) in Biology from the University of Groningen (1992), MSc in Biology (1988). Research Interests: Focuses on plant-herbivore-predator interactions, ecosystem engineering, and the impact of human activities on biodiversity. Key themes include savanna ecology, food web dynamics, and restoration ecology. Awards: Gold Medal from Teyler Museum (2006) and PIONIER Award (2002). Active in grants like the EU Horizon 2020 AfricanBioServices project. Teaching: Coordinates courses in Conservation Biology, Ecological Research Skills, and Advanced Population Ecology. Leadership: Directed the Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies (2011–2015) and chairs the National Research Agenda's 'Green Route'. Fieldwork: Organizes expeditions to the Serengeti-Mara, Banc d'Arguin, and Bijagos Archipelago to study human-wildlife interactions and ecosystem dynamics.
Paul Liu is a Professor and Director of International Affairs at the College of Sciences, NC State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Geological Oceanography from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (2001) and academic roles spanning 2003 to present. His research focuses on sediment dynamics, sea-level changes, and large river systems in Asia. He leads the World Large River and Delta Systems Source-to-Sink Webinar Series and serves as an NC State Provost Faculty Fellow for Global Leadership. Education: Ph.D. (2001) Virginia Institute of Marine Science; M.S. (1995) Chinese Academy of Sciences; B.E. (1992) Ocean University of China Research expertise includes AI applications in geoscience, sediment transport modeling, and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. His work integrates field observations, numerical models, and geophysical data to address coastal evolution and climate change impacts. He has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles on river deltas, continental margins, and marine sedimentation processes. Recent articles analyze delta dynamics in the Nile, Indus, and Yellow River systems, and explore sediment-carbon interactions in the South China Sea. Liu’s research also addresses human impacts on sediment fluxes and coastal management strategies in Asia. As a global leader, he collaborates internationally on delta sustainability and leads workshops on AI applications in Earth sciences. His lab, linked at https://sealevel.wordpress.ncsu.edu, focuses on bridging geoscience and emerging technologies.
Dr. Edoardo Bertone is a Senior Lecturer at Griffith University's School of Engineering and Built Environment - Architecture and Design. He holds a PhD in Water Resources Engineering from Griffith University and Bachelor/Master degrees in Civil Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Turin. His research focuses on data-driven modeling, Bayesian Networks, and System Dynamics applied to water resources management, climate change adaptation, and the water-energy nexus. He is affiliated with Griffith's Cities Research Institute and Australian Rivers Institute, collaborating on projects with water utilities, governments, and private entities. Dr. Bertone has received awards such as the 2024 PVC Science Excellence in Teaching and the JSPS Fellowship (2022). He supervises doctoral and master's students in areas like water quality management and climate change impacts. Education: PhD in Engineering (Griffith University, 2015); MEng and BEng in Civil Engineering (Polytechnic University of Turin, 2009-2011). Research Interests: Water quality modeling, drinking water optimization, data-driven prediction, climate change adaptation, and sustainable development goals. He leads over 25 funded research projects, including initiatives on reservoir water quality management in Thailand, real-time nutrient monitoring, and cyanobacteria bloom modeling. Dr. Bertone’s work integrates advanced sensors, machine learning, and Bayesian networks to address environmental challenges. Awards: Listing includes PVC Excellence Awards (2024, 2017), JSPS Fellowship, and recognition as a Rising Star in Queensland Science (2015). Grants & Supervision: Principal supervisor for 10+ doctoral candidates and collaborator on projects funded by Seqwater, CSIRO, and the Ian Potter Foundation. Key grants include $745k for biofertilizer combatting eutrophication and $269k for coagulation optimization models. Dr. Bertone’s contributions extend to urban sustainability, co-editing the book *SeaCities: Urban Tactics for Sea-Level Rise* and developing frameworks for integrating SDGs into architectural education.
Jack Puleo is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Delaware (UD), and a core faculty member of the Center for Applied Coastal Research (CACR). He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida, a Master’s from Oregon State University, and a Bachelor’s from Humboldt State University. His research focuses on coastal hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and nature-based solutions for coastal resilience. He has served as Associate Chair and Director of CACR, and was a Fulbright Scholar and Visiting Professor at Plymouth University (2011-2012). Research Interests: Small-scale hydrodynamic processes and sediment transport in coastal zones Remote sensing and sensor networks for coastal monitoring Nature-based solutions for coastal protection Munitions mobility in nearshore environments Climate change impacts on coastal flooding Awards and Honors: NSF CAREER Award (2007) ASCE Teaching Awards University of Delaware Teaching Awards (twice) Chi Epsilon Advising Award ASBPA Robert G. Dean Award German DAAD Scholarship Labs and Collaborations: Core member of the Center for Applied Coastal Research (CACR), collaborating on projects such as UXO mobility studies, coastal flooding modeling, and military infrastructure resilience. Active in interdisciplinary work with the Naval Research Laboratory and joint bases like Langley-Eustis.
Marcus Christl is a Lecturer at the ETH Zürich Department of Physics and Head of the Laboratory of Ion Beam Physics (LIP) . His academic profile focuses on Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) , cosmogenic nuclide dating, and environmental applications of isotope geochemistry. Office: HPK H 33, Otto-Stern-Weg 5, 8093 Zürich, Switzerland Phone: +41 44 633 38 84 / +41 44 633 65 07 Email: mchristl@phys.ethz.ch ORCID: 0000-0002-3131-6652 Dr. Christl teaches courses in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry and Quaternary Dating Methods , including: 402-0180-00L Ethics and Scientific Integrity for Doctoral Students in Physics 402-0620-00L Current Topics in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry and Its Applications 402-0621-00L Introduction to Accelerator Mass Spectrometry His research spans multiple disciplines through cosmogenic isotope analysis: Climate Science : Using 10 Be and 14 C records to reconstruct solar activity cycles and climate fluctuations over millennial timescales Geochronology : Developing novel dating techniques using 36 Cl/ 10 Be ratios for ice cores and landscape features Geomorphology : Quantifying erosion dynamics in diverse environments from the Alpine foreland to South African pediments Oceanography : Tracing Atlantic water transport patterns using 129 I– 236 U dual tracers Radiochemistry : Advancing methods for nuclear forensics and environmental pollutant analysis Recent publications reveal trends in: Refining AMS systems for analyzing transuranic elements Quantifying landscape evolution through multi-isotope approaches Understanding ocean circulation pathways using artificial radionuclides Investigating soil dynamics in glaciated and tropical environments Correlating cosmogenic production with sea level and climate changes
Bob Kopp is a Professor at Rutgers University's Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences and Co-Director of the University Office of Climate Action. He leads the NSF-funded Megalopolitan Coastal Transformation Hub (MACH), focusing on climate risk management in the Northeast U.S. and advancing understanding of coastal climate interactions. He co-directs the Climate Impact Lab, a multidisciplinary collaboration assessing climate economic risks. His research spans climate uncertainty, sea-level dynamics, and climate policy, with leadership roles in IPCC assessments and U.S. National Climate Assessments. Education: Ph.D. in Geobiology from Caltech (2000s) and B.S. in Geophysical Sciences from the University of Chicago. Prior to Rutgers, he served as AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy and postdoctoral researcher at Princeton University. Affiliations include Rutgers Climate Institute, Energy Institute, and graduate programs in Atmospheric Sciences, Geological Sciences, Oceanography, Statistics, and Planning & Public Policy. Research interests emphasize climate change impacts, sea-level projections, and policy integration. Key contributions include frameworks for probabilistic sea-level assessments (e.g., PaleoSTeHM) and adaptive strategies for coastal resilience. His work bridges scientific analysis with actionable policy, emphasizing stakeholder engagement in megaregions like the New York–Philadelphia urban corridor. Grants include NSF-funded projects totaling millions, supporting interdisciplinary climate solutions. Awards: Not explicitly listed, but recognized for leadership in IPCC and U.S. climate reports. Grants: Includes NSF support for MACH and Climate Impact Lab. Labs/Teams: Directs MACH, Climate Impact Lab, and collaborates with Rutgers' EOAS and Climate Institute.
Dr. Jonathan T. Overpeck is the Samuel A. Graham Dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) at the University of Michigan, where he also holds the William B. Stapp Collegiate Professorship of Environmental Education. He is a Professor of both Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering, and Earth and Environmental Sciences, with a career spanning climate-vegetation interactions, abrupt climate change, monsoon dynamics, drought hydroclimate, sea level rise research, and interdisciplinary climate assessment. Overpeck has published over 230 works cited 60,000+ times, emphasizing public education, university-community partnerships for climate solutions, and environmental justice initiatives. PhD in Geological Sciences, Brown University MSc in Geological Sciences, Brown University BA in Geology (Honors), Hamilton College His research spans climate-biosphere interactions , climate variability and abrupt change , monsoon dynamics , drought and hydroclimate , sea level rise , climate law , and climate adaptation . Overpeck pioneered studies on megadrought terminology, temperature-driven drought intensification, and the aridification of North America. His work with the NOAA Paleoclimate Program and World Data Center for Paleoclimatology established foundational understanding of climate dynamics through annually-laminated sediment analysis in the Cariaco Basin. Overpeck's 2020-2024 research includes climate aridification , hydroclimate scaling mismatches , and temperature-precipitation interactions , with recent focus on Antarctic heatwaves, Mississippi River Basin changes, and corporate climate accountability. His article trends show concentration in climate attribution , hydrological extremes , paleoclimate modeling , and climate policy analysis . Scientific Honors: 2024 U.S. National Academy of Sciences 2015 American Geophysical Union Fellow 2009 AAAS Fellow 2007 Nobel Peace Prize contributor (IPCC) 2005 Guggenheim Fellowship Multiple U.S. Department of Commerce awards Overpeck has led or participated in significant climate adaptation projects , including NSF grants totaling $5.1M+ for Southwest Hydroclimatic Extremes (2017-2020), Amazon Drought Impacts (2014-2018), and Quantifying Drought Risk (2013-2018). He serves on the Colorado River Research Group (2014-present) and advises Climate Communication (2011-present). Current initiatives include Great Lakes University positioning, Michigan's climate resilience planning, and the Audacious Water podcast series examining Mississippi River Basin transformations. Overpeck actively contributes to climate policy discourse , advocating for science-informed decision-making and stakeholder collaboration across government, military, and corporate sectors.
