Dr. Tanja Stratmann is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Utrecht University 's Department of Earth Sciences within the Faculty of Geosciences since July 2025, with prior affiliations at NIOZ Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (2022-2025), Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology (2019-2022), and Ghent University (2018-2019). PhD in Marine Sciences (2018) from NIOZ/Ghent University MSc in Statistical Data Analysis (2019) from Ghent University MSc in Biology (2014) from Aarhus University Her research focuses on extreme marine environments , particularly deep-sea ecosystems and polar regions . Key areas include: Environmental impacts of deep-sea mining Benthic food web dynamics using isotopic tracers Megafaunal roles in carbon/nitrogen cycling Dissolved organic matter cycling in Arctic systems Recent work analyzes 13C, 15N, 2H tracers in sponge feeding studies (2025) and Clarion-Clipperton zone food web integrity (2023). Her databases ( BenBioDen , ProkaBioDen ) support global marine research. Scientific Recognition: Veni Laureate (2022) Open Science XS Grant (2022) Rubicon Research Fellowship (2019-2022)
Angshuman Karmakar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India. His research focuses primarily on Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and Computation On Encrypted Data (COED), which are critical areas in modern cryptography and computer security. Dr. Karmakar received his Ph.D. from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KU Leuven), Belgium, where he worked under Prof. Ingrid Verbauwhede in the COSIC research group. He was awarded the prestigious Erasmus Mundus fellowship for his doctoral studies and the FWO (Fonds voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek – Vlaanderen) fellowship for his post-doctoral research at KU Leuven. His research spans theoretical development of cryptographic schemes, implementation algorithms, side-channel and fault attack analysis, and countermeasure development. Dr. Karmakar has established extensive international collaborations with researchers and engineers worldwide to address complex challenges in cryptography and security. Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical post-quantum cryptographic implementations with particular attention to hardware and software efficiency, side-channel resistance, and novel attack methodologies. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with real-world implementation challenges across diverse platforms from IoT devices to high-performance computing systems. Erasmus Mundus fellowship for doctoral studies at KU Leuven FWO fellowship for post-doctoral study at KU Leuven Google India Research Award for work on practical transition to post-quantum cryptography Dr. Karmakar is actively seeking graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to collaborate on cutting-edge research in cryptography and computer security. His work has significant implications for securing future communication systems against quantum computing threats, with applications spanning blockchain technologies, IoT security, and general-purpose computing systems.
Patrick Henkel is a Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) affiliated with the TUM School of Engineering and Design and the Chair of Communication and Navigation. He holds a professorship in Satellite Geodesy under Prof. Hugentobler. His research focuses on advanced positioning technologies, including Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), autonomous systems, and sensor fusion. He develops algorithms for precise positioning in challenging environments such as urban areas, alpine regions, and indoor spaces. His work also extends to environmental applications, such as snow hydrology and climate monitoring using GNSS signals. Henkel’s contributions include innovations in real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning, UAV navigation, and multi-sensor integration for robotics and autonomous vehicles. His research is supported by collaborations with industry and academic partners, addressing both theoretical and applied challenges in geodesy and navigation. Henkel leads projects on GNSS signal processing, satellite-based environmental monitoring, and autonomous driving technologies. He has contributed to the Galileo HAS service and developed methodologies for snow water equivalent estimation using multi-frequency GNSS signals. His expertise spans hardware-software co-design for navigation systems and algorithm optimization for high-precision positioning in dynamic environments. He actively publishes in top-tier journals and conferences, with a focus on advancing the reliability and accuracy of navigation systems across various domains. His advising and grants include funding for projects on sensor fusion, UAV-based measurements, and satellite receiver development. He collaborates with teams at TUM’s Navigation Lab and the Professur für Satellitengeodäsie, contributing to both academic and industrial applications. His work on low-bandwidth RTK dissemination and laser-tracker verified UAV positioning highlights his commitment to bridging theoretical advancements with real-world implementation.
Elena Anatolyevna Babushkina is a Professor at the Department of Construction and Economics of Siberian Federal University. She serves as director and scientific consultant of the Scientific and Educational Laboratory 'Dendroecology and Environmental Monitoring' . Her work spans dendrochronology, climate change impacts on tree growth, wood anatomy, and environmental monitoring in Siberian ecosystems. Doctor of Biological Sciences (2020) Corresponding Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences Extensive collaborations with international institutions like University of Arizona, University of Cambridge, and Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research Her research focuses on climatic reconstruction through tree rings , moisture-limited forest ecosystems , and environmental drivers of xylogenesis . Recent studies analyze earlywood/latewood dynamics, drought sensitivity, and cross-species growth patterns in Siberian larch, spruce, and Scots pine populations. Elena’s publications (100+ scientific, 10+ methodological) include 15 recent articles on tree-ring-based climate proxies , crop yield modeling , and seasonal growth regulation . Key journals include Forests , Dendrochronologia , and Scientific Reports . Notable scientific awards include the 2021 Honorary Worker of Education of the Russian Federation title and multiple Presidential and Ministerial Certificates of Appreciation . She leads national grants (RFBR, RSF) on climate-crop interactions and genetic adaptation to environmental stress .
Dr. Mauro Werder is a Lecturer at the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering at ETH Zurich. His work focuses on glaciology, subglacial hydrology, and numerical modeling, combining computational methods with field measurements. He has developed widely used models such as GlaDS (Glacier Drainage System) and BITE (Bayesian Ice Thickness Estimation), and contributed to projects like SHMIP and 4D-Antarctica. Current Projects: Gladder (2025-2028), DIWING (2023-2026), LEAD (2020-2026), 4D-Antarctica (2019-2022), CORDS (2023-2024) Education: PhD in Glaciology (2009, Swiss National Science Foundation funded) His research spans subglacial drainage systems, sediment transport (SUGSET model), Bayesian inversion techniques, and field experiments involving artificial lakes and R-channels. He actively teaches courses on GPU-based PDE solving, applied glaciology, and reproducible scientific computing. Scientific Awards: Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF) Fellowship for Prospective Researchers (2010-2011) European Union (FP7) Marie Curie International Outgoing Fellowship (2011-2014) He collaborates with institutions like the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL), and contributes to software development through packages like BITEmodel.jl and Parameters.jl. His fieldwork includes experiments on Greenland's Jakobshavn Isbræ and Switzerland's Plaine Morte glacier.
Paul D. Brooks is a Professor in the Department of Geology/Geophysics at the University of Utah, where he has been a faculty member since July 2014. His research focuses on understanding water, energy, and biogeochemical cycling in seasonally snow-covered catchments, with increasing emphasis on predicting how climate and land use changes impact snow accumulation, ablation, and snowmelt-derived surface and ground water resources. His educational background includes a BS in Biology and Chemistry from Florida State University, followed by an MS in Ecohydrology (1991) and PhD in Biogeochemistry (1995), both from the University of Colorado, Boulder. Prior to his position at the University of Utah, Dr. Brooks was a Professor in the Department of Hydrology and Water Resources at the University of Arizona from December 2000 to June 2014. Dr. Brooks' research spans multiple disciplines within earth sciences, focusing primarily on hydrology, ecohydrology, and biogeochemical cycling in mountainous, snow-dominated environments. His work examines how climate change affects snowmelt processes, groundwater-surface water interactions, and water resource availability in the western United States. He employs a combination of field measurements, isotope hydrology, and modeling approaches to understand complex hydrological processes across multiple spatial and temporal scales. His research increasingly involves collaboration with stakeholders to translate scientific findings into practical water resource management applications. Analysis of Dr. Brooks' recent publications reveals a strong focus on groundwater-surface water interactions in snowmelt-dominated systems, with particular attention to how climate change affects streamflow generation processes. His work bridges fundamental hydrological science with practical water resource concerns, examining topics such as runoff efficiency, groundwater storage dynamics, and the impacts of land cover changes on hydrological processes. A significant portion of his recent research investigates the Western United States water resources under changing climate conditions. AGU Fellow (American Geophysical Union) Dr. Brooks actively mentors graduate students through thesis research (both PhD and Master's level) as evidenced by his teaching activities. His lab conducts research supported by various grants focused on understanding water resources in mountainous regions, particularly examining how climate change affects snowmelt hydrology and water availability. He collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, as demonstrated by his numerous co-authored publications with scientists from various universities and research organizations. Dr. Brooks leads research efforts through his lab at the University of Utah and is involved with the Wasatch Environmental Observatory, a mountain-to-urban research network in the semi-arid Western US. His work integrates field measurements across complex terrain to understand how topography, vegetation, and climate interact to control water, energy, and biogeochemical cycling in seasonally snow-covered environments.
Claudio Minero is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Turin, Italy. His research focuses on Analytical, Environmental, and Cultural Heritage Chemistry, with a strong emphasis on photocatalytic materials and environmental pollutant degradation. He leads the GSD 03/CHEM-01 research group, specializing in advanced oxidation processes and sustainable water decontamination technologies. His work integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to address challenges in environmental chemistry, including the phototransformation of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and emerging contaminants. He has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles and holds an ORCID identifier (orcid.org/0000-0001-9484-130X). His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate programs in Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, and Materials Science. Key research themes include the development of novel photocatalytic systems (e.g., g-C₃N₄, TiO₂-based composites), the environmental fate of pollutants in sunlit waters, and the optimization of Fenton-like processes for wastewater treatment. His lab collaborates extensively with industry and academic partners on projects funded by national and international grants.
Ted McCormick is Professor of History at Concordia University's School of Irish Studies, specializing in early modern British/Irish/Atlantic history and the history of science. His award-winning research explores demographic thought, colonial governance, and scientific projects in the 17th-18th century Atlantic world. McCormick holds a PhD from Columbia University and has held fellowships at the Huntington Library, University of Sydney, and Irish research institutions. His research examines how scientific knowledge and economic thought shaped colonial policies, population management, and technological projects. Current work focuses on mechanical inventions in colonial contexts through his SSHRC-funded project 'Engines of Division'. Recent publications analyze food systems, projecting cultures, and knowledge-power relationships in early modernity. McCormick teaches courses on early modern Britain/Ireland, scientific revolution, and Enlightenment thought. He mentors graduate researchers studying colonial knowledge systems, scientific networks, and cross-cultural encounters. Honors include two John Ben Snow Prizes for monographs on political arithmetic and demographic thought.
Henry Snow is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Connecticut, holding a Ph.D. from Rutgers University. As a social and political historian of labor, their work critically examines labor as a material process, social experience, and political battleground across historical contexts. Education: Ph.D., Rutgers University Snow's research centers on labor history and political economy, with current projects analyzing revolutionary labor movements and the evolution of labor discipline. Their forthcoming books explore how port laborers shaped Atlantic revolutions through collective action ( Enemies of Order ) and trace the co-development of economic thought with labor control mechanisms from Bentham's panopticon to modern surveillance capitalism ( Control Science ). This work bridges historical analysis with contemporary critiques of power structures in workplace management. Snow contributes to Jacobin magazine, Platypus , and the CASTAC blog, while maintaining the Another Way newsletter on Buttondown. Their teaching portfolio includes advanced courses on the History of the Ocean, Science/Technology/Society, Atlantic World History, Shadow Economies, Sea Power, and labor radicalism from 1600 to present. Teaching: History of the Ocean Science, Technology, and Society History of the Atlantic World Shadow Economies Sea Power Defeating the Boss: Labor and Radicalism, 1600-Present
Prof. Dr. Nadine Göppert is a University Professor (W3) of Hydrogeology at the Institute of Geological Sciences , Freie Universität Berlin , Germany. She previously served as an Akademische Rätin and Senior Scientist at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) from 2011–2024, and held research positions at the Weizmann Institute of Science (2009–2011) and University of Karlsruhe (2008–2009). Her academic background includes a Dr. rer. nat. (2008) and Diploma in Geology (2002) from the University of Karlsruhe. Education Doctorate in Hydrogeology (2008), University of Karlsruhe Diploma in Geology (2002), University of Karlsruhe Her research focuses on karst hydrology , groundwater tracing , particle transport dynamics , and water quality monitoring in alpine and subtropical karst systems. Recent publications analyze tracer experiments , microplastic transport , and hydrochemical variability across diverse karst environments. Her teaching portfolio includes Applied Hydrogeology , Field Methods , and Laboratory Techniques for students in Geosciences and Water Engineering. She has supervised numerous theses on topics like karst groundwater dynamics and fluorescence-based water quality analysis .
Alessandro Battaglia is an Associate Professor at the Department of Environmental, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. He specializes in microwave remote sensing of clouds and precipitation, with expertise in Doppler radar, cloud and snow microphysics, and microwave radiometer technology. His research spans atmospheric physics, meteorology, and climate science with applications in Earth observation from space. Dr. Battaglia's research interests focus on remote sensing of atmospheric phenomena, particularly using advanced radar technologies. His work encompasses cloud microphysics, precipitation measurement, and wind observation from space. He is particularly known for his contributions to the development of spaceborne Doppler radar systems for measuring in-cloud winds, which represents a significant advancement in atmospheric observation capabilities. His research bridges engineering, physics, and meteorology to improve our understanding of Earth's atmospheric processes and climate systems. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on the WIVERN (Wind Velocity Radar Nephoscope) mission, with research spanning cloud microphysics, snowfall measurement, wind field reconstruction, and innovative radar signal processing techniques. These works highlight the interdisciplinary nature of his research, connecting atmospheric science, engineering, and computational methods to advance space-based Earth observation capabilities. NASA Group Achievement Award (2015) Fellow of the National Center for Earth Observation, UK (2014-present) Dr. Battaglia actively mentors several PhD students including Marco Coppola, Francesco Manconi, Riccardo Rabino, Susmitha Sasikumar, Aida Galfione, and Paolo Martire across Civil and Environmental Engineering and Aerospace Engineering programs. He serves as Principal Investigator for multiple research projects funded by ESA (3 projects), UK-NERC (1 project), UK-NCEO (1 project), and the US Department of Energy (1 project). His current research focuses on the WIVERN mission, EarthCARE mission, and NASA's INCUS mission, with particular emphasis on developing algorithms for spaceborne Doppler radar systems. He leads research teams working on cutting-edge remote sensing technologies for atmospheric observation, with particular focus on developing the next generation of spaceborne instruments capable of measuring in-cloud winds—a capability that has been missing from Earth observation systems until now.
Roland Larsson is a Professor and Head of Subject in Machine Elements at Luleå University of Technology, Sweden. His research focuses on Tribology, particularly lubrication regimes (boundary to elastohydrodynamic), contact mechanics, surface roughness effects, and applications in rolling element bearings, clutches, hydraulic systems, tires, and sports equipment. He has supervised over 20 doctoral and licentiate students, contributed to advanced courses, and developed teaching methods like Flipped Classroom and Constructive Alignment . Education: Ph.D. (1996, Luleå University of Technology), Docent (2001), M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (1988). Research: Central themes include elastohydrodynamic lubrication, surface roughness in contact interfaces, and sustainable lubricants. His work explores water-based lubricants, ionic liquids, and glycerol mixtures. Publications: Recent articles (2025) investigate water-based lubricants' film formation, ski-snow friction dynamics, and tribochemical properties of green lubricants. Earlier works (2024-2023) cover micropitting, wear models, and multi-scale contact analysis. Awards: Recipient of multiple tribology awards including ASME Best Paper, Nordea's Vetenskapliga Pris, and Venture Cup North. He has held leadership roles at Luleå University, including Dean and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Engineering Board. Collaboration: Active in international research networks as peer-reviewer, faculty opponent, and external examiner. His post-doctoral work includes affiliations with Leeds University and SKF Engineering Research Centre.
Terri S. Hogue is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Colorado School of Mines, where she also serves as Dean of Earth and Society Programs and Director of the Center for a Sustainable WE 2 ST. Her work bridges engineering, hydrology, and environmental sustainability, with a strong focus on semi-arid regions. Education: PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources, University of Arizona, 2003 MS in Hydrology and Water Resources, University of Arizona, 1998 BS in Geology, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 1995 Her research focuses on hydrologic and land surface processes, particularly in the context of water resource management, climate variability, urbanization, and natural hazards. She integrates field observations, remote sensing, and modeling to study catchment responses to wildfires, urban development, and climate change. Her work emphasizes improving hydrologic forecasts and understanding human-environment interactions in water-limited systems. The 15 most recent publications highlight consistent themes in hydrologic modeling, remote sensing applications, evapotranspiration estimation, post-wildfire hydrology, and urban water systems. Her research spans both observational and computational methods, with strong applications to real-world water management challenges in the western U.S. Scientific Awards and Honors: NSF Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award, 2009 NSF Fellowship Trainee Award (multiple years) NASA Earth Observing System (EOS) Graduate Fellowship, 2001–2002 AMS Journal of Hydrometeorology Editor’s Award, 2011 UCLA Professor of the Year (2004, 2007, 2010) Appointment to National Academy of Sciences Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate, 2013 AMS Science and Policy Colloquium Fellowship, 2002 Multitude of scholarships and fellowships from NASA, NSF, and professional societies Dr. Hogue has been actively involved in advising and research leadership through her Hogue Research Group and the Center for a Sustainable WE 2 ST. She has secured significant grants, including the NSF CAREER Award, and contributes to national science policy through service on the AGU Hydrology Section and the National Academy of Sciences. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, data-driven modeling, and sustainable solutions for water-stressed regions. She leads the Hogue Research Group and the Center for a Sustainable WE 2 ST, both of which focus on integrated water, energy, and environmental systems. These teams bring together engineers, hydrologists, and environmental scientists to tackle pressing sustainability challenges through research, education, and policy engagement.
Pascal Scherrer is Associate Dean (Research) and Professor within the Faculty of Business, Law and Arts at Southern Cross University . Based in Lismore, Australia, he combines an administrative leadership role with active research in sustainability, regional development, tourism and visitor management. His work bridges academia, industry and government, having jointly secured over AUD $2 million in competitive funding and delivered high-impact projects for clients such as the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service and the Australian Meat Processor Corporation. Education BSc – Griffith University BSc (Hons) – Griffith University Graduate Certificate TESOL – Bond University PhD – Griffith University Research Interests Dr Scherrer’s scholarship centres on sustainability science applied to tourism and regional development. His current flagship project is a circular-economy partnership with the Australian Meat Processor Corporation aiming to reduce plastic packaging waste across red-meat supply chains. Earlier work includes sustainable-visitor-capacity assessments on Rottnest Island , alternatives to summiting Wollumbin-Mt Warning that informed a AUD $7.4 million NSW government trail investment, and longitudinal monitoring of visitor experiences at Point Fraser artificial wetland in Perth. Cross-cutting themes include visitor risk perception in remote alpine and coastal settings, community engagement in protected-area governance, Indigenous tourism business models , and the intersection of digital culture (e.g., selfie-taking) with tourism safety. Scientific Awards 2023 – Southern Cross University Research Award 2014 – Southern Cross University Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Community Engagement Grants & Advising Scherrer has jointly attracted over AUD $2 million in research and consultancy funding from state and federal agencies, industry bodies and NGOs. He currently supervises Honours and PhD candidates across topics in sustainable tourism, regional development and visitor management, and teaches undergraduate and postgraduate units covering sustainable tourism, visitor-economy management, and planning & policy. Professional Affiliations & Service Member, IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas Member, North Coast Regional Advisory Committee, NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service External facilitator for community and local-government projects
Brian Colle is a Professor and Division Head of Atmospheric Sciences at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS). His research focuses on extreme weather, coastal meteorology, weather forecasting, and regional climate change. He leads the COMAP (COastal Meteorological And Prediction) group, which aims to improve understanding and forecasting of extreme weather events in coastal regions. Colle holds a Ph.D. from the University of Washington (1997). Education: Ph.D., University of Washington, 1997 Research Interests: Colle’s work spans severe convective storms, extratropical cyclones, precipitation dynamics, and climate impacts. His group employs numerical models like Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) and collaborates on initiatives like the IMPACTS snowstorm study and OLYMPEX field project. Recent projects include analyzing storm surge flooding, microscale updrafts, and ensemble forecasting techniques. Publications Highlight Trends: Recent work emphasizes coastal flooding compounding effects, cyclone forecasting innovations, and immersive visualization tools for risk communication. His studies bridge atmospheric processes with societal impacts, addressing climate adaptation challenges in urban environments. Advising & Collaboration: Colle’s research involves interdisciplinary efforts with institutions like Brookhaven National Laboratory and the New York City Panel on Climate Change. His lab’s focus on high-resolution modeling and stakeholder engagement aims to enhance preparedness for extreme weather events. Labs/Teams: COMAP Lab focuses on coastal meteorology and numerical modeling, contributing to climate resilience strategies and disaster risk reduction.
