جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ben Livnehمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Hydrology
• Climate Change Impact on Water Resources
• Land Surface Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ben Livneh is an Associate Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder , affiliated with both the Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering Department and the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) . As Director of the Western Water Assessment , he bridges academic research with regional climate resilience initiatives. Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Hydrology), University of Washington (2012) MESc in Civil Engineering, University of Western Ontario (2006) His research explores hydrologic responses to climate and land-cover changes , focusing on snowpack dynamics, wildfire impacts on water quality, sediment transport, and drought predictability. Key projects include simulations of montane snowpack for wolverine habitat preservation and post-fire landslide susceptibility analysis . Recent publications highlight continental-scale hydraulic geometry datasets , climate-energy nexus challenges , and global lake level reconstructions using satellite data. His work has been recognized by the AGU Hydrologic Sciences Early Career Award (2022) and NASA New Investigator Program (2018) . Scientific Awards AGU Hydrologic Sciences Early Career Award (2022) NASA New Investigator Award (2018) Symposium Scholar, DISCCRS VIII (2013) CIRES Visiting Fellowship (2012) Ben leads interdisciplinary collaborations with institutions like the University of Alaska Southeast and NOAA , addressing climate-water-energy-food nexus challenges through advanced modeling and remote sensing techniques.

• Glaciology
• Remote Sensing
• Geodesy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tobias Bolch is a full Professor at the Institute of Geodesy, Graz University of Technology (TU Graz), Austria, specializing in cryospheric research with a focus on High Mountain Asia and the Tibetan Plateau. His work integrates advanced geodetic and remote sensing methodologies to address critical climate change impacts on glaciers and related systems. His research spans: Glacier dynamics and mass balance monitoring using InSAR and optical satellite data Rock glacier kinematics and permafrost interactions Glacial lake evolution and outburst flood hazards Climate-glacier-hydrology linkages in Central Asian river basins Long-term cryosphere reconstruction using historical satellite archives Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in quantifying ice loss acceleration, particularly from lake-terminating glaciers, and the application of multi-sensor approaches (Sentinel, ASTER, UAV) for decadal-scale change detection. His work consistently emphasizes the hydrological consequences of glacier retreat for downstream water security across High Mountain Asia. No scientific awards or specific grant programs were documented in the provided materials. While student supervision details are absent, his position at TU Graz's Institute of Geodesy indicates active mentorship within geospatial and cryospheric research programs. His homepage (https://ifg.tugraz.at) serves as the primary hub for research dissemination through the university's PURE portal.

• Multiphase Flow in Porous Media
• Phase-Field Modeling
• Reactive Transport
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Xiaojing (Ruby) Fu is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Civil Engineering at the California Institute of Technology and a William H. Hurt Scholar (2024-present). Her research focuses on multiphase fluid mechanics in porous media, integrating theory, computation, experiments, and field observations to address geoscience and engineering challenges. Her educational background includes: B.S. in Engineering from Clarkson University (2011) M.S. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2015) Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2017) Professor Fu's research centers on cryosphere hydrology, subsurface engineering, and phase transitions in porous media. She investigates multiphase flow dynamics in contexts like permafrost thaw, snow metamorphism, and carbon sequestration using phase-field modeling and experimental techniques. Her work bridges fundamental physics with applications in environmental resilience and energy systems, emphasizing predictive capabilities for large-scale phenomena through simplified multiscale theories. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals intense focus on cryosphere processes (snow, permafrost) using advanced phase-field modeling and fiber-optic sensing. Key trends include freezing infiltration patterns, meltwater transport in layered snow, and seismic monitoring of soil moisture. Her work increasingly integrates field validation with computational models for environmental applications like drought monitoring and carbon sequestration. Her scientific recognition includes: William H. Hurt Scholar (2024) Professor Fu actively mentors graduate students, as evidenced by qualified students in her research group. She teaches core courses including Thermal Science (ME 11 abc) and Computational Methods for Flow in Porous Media (ME/CE/Ge/ESE 146), training students in both theoretical foundations and applied techniques for subsurface flow problems. She leads the Fu Research Group on Mechanics and Physics of Porous Media Flow, which develops multiscale theories to predict large-scale environmental and energy system behaviors. The group combines mathematical modeling, laboratory experiments, and field observations to address problems in geologic carbon storage, cryosphere dynamics, and subsurface resource management, with recent emphasis on climate change impacts and monitoring technologies.

Reed Maxwellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrology
• Water Resources
• Groundwater Modeling
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Reed Maxwell is the William and Edna Macaleer Professor of Engineering and Applied Science in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the High Meadows Environmental Institute at Princeton University. He serves as Director of the Integrated Groundwater Modeling Center (IGWMC) and leads a research group comprising graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and staff. His academic appointments include concurrent roles in both the School of Engineering and Applied Science and the High Meadows Environmental Institute. Maxwell's research focuses on understanding connections within the hydrologic cycle and how they relate to water quantity and quality under anthropogenic stresses. His work centers on hard problems in hydrology including groundwater, evapotranspiration and snow. His research group uses integrated hydrologic modeling, field observations, and remote sensing products to study terrestrial freshwater systems. Key research areas include surface water and the terrestrial hydrologic cycle; interactions of the land-surface, surface water and groundwater; and human health risk assessment. Maxwell has authored more than 185 peer-reviewed journal articles with an H-Index of 66 and over 19,000 citations. His recent work emphasizes machine learning applications in hydrology, continental-scale modeling, and physically rigorous scenario generation through projects like HydroFrame and HydroGEN. He teaches courses including CEE 306/ENV 318 Hydrology: Water and Climate and CEE 586/ENV 586 Physical Hydrology. 2020 Distinguished Henry Darcy Lecturer American Geophysical Union Fellow (2019) 2018 Boussinesq Lecturer Belle van Zuylen Chair (visiting), University of Utrecht 2017 School of Mines Research Award recipient Maxwell has mentored 17 PhD students and 20 MS thesis students throughout his career. His current research group includes multiple postdocs, research software engineers, and graduate students working on projects spanning continental-scale hydrologic modeling, groundwater-stream interactions, and machine learning applications in hydrology. The IGWMC maintains an active education and outreach program including STEM fairs, school visits, and digital educational tools like the HydroFrame Education Team's virtual sandtank aquifer model.

• Micrometeorology
• Biogeochemical Cycles
• Atmospheric Sciences
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Timo Vesala is Professor of Meteorology and Academy Professor at the University of Helsinki’s Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research (INAR). He is also affiliated with the Viikki Plant Science Centre (ViPS) and serves as a supervisor in the Doctoral Programme in Atmospheric Sciences. Research Interests: Micrometeorology and biogeochemical cycles Ecosystem–atmosphere exchanges of greenhouse gases Eddy-covariance methodology and flux networks Boreal lakes, wetlands, and forests as components of the climate system Development of long-term observational infrastructures such as ICOS-Finland Recent research output (2023–2025) is dominated by high-impact articles in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences , Biogeosciences , Agricultural and Forest Meteorology , and Geophysical Research Letters , reflecting a balanced portfolio of process understanding, methodological advances, and large-scale synthesis studies. Scientific Awards: Academy Professor (Akatemiaprofessori) – awarded by the Academy of Finland Doctoral Advising & Grants: Supervised or co-supervised doctoral theses of Sheila Wachiye, E. Lopez-Blanco, and X. Li Principal Investigator on Academy of Finland project “The Hidden Role of Gases in Trees” (2021–2025) Project leader for “Kasvihuonekaasujen maa-ilmakehävaihto järvi- ja suoekosysteemeille” (2024–2026) Co-leader of the art-science initiative “Periferia – Metsätaiteeellinen asema” (2021–2031) Participant in EU flagship EMME-CARE (2017–2026) Labs & Teams: Timo Vesala heads the Micrometeorology Group at INAR and leads the Finnish ICOS (Integrated Carbon Observation System) network node. His team operates multiple eddy-covariance towers across boreal lakes, wetlands, and forests, integrating field observations with modeling and remote-sensing data.

Kamal Sarabandiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Electromagnetics
• Radar Remote Sensing
• Antenna Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kamal Sarabandi is the Rufus S. Teesdale and Fawwaz T. Ulaby Distinguished University Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan. He leads the Radiation Laboratory, renowned for research in applied electromagnetics, radar remote sensing, and antenna technology. His academic rank is Professor, and he holds affiliations with the College of Engineering. His research spans radar systems for environmental monitoring (e.g., soil moisture, snowpack), automotive radar for autonomous vehicles, metamaterials for antenna miniaturization, and security applications like concealed weapons detection. He has advised over 60 PhD students, many of whom hold academic or industry leadership roles globally. Awards and Recognition: National Academy of Engineering member, IEEE Picard Medal, Humboldt Award, Ellis Island Medal of Honor, and Stephen S. Attwood Award. His work bridges fundamental science with practical innovations, including NASA collaborations and military/defense applications. Labs and Teams: Directs the Radiation Laboratory, a hub for applied electromagnetics and radar innovation. Collaborates with industry (e.g., Qualcomm, SAIC) and government agencies (NASA, Army Research Lab) on projects like the COMBAT center for autonomous systems. Education: Earned his PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan (1989). Alumni of his lab include professors at UW-Madison, Purdue, and international institutions.

Noah Molotchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Snow Hydrology
• Surface Water Hydrology
• Remote Sensing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Noah Molotch is a Professor of Geography at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he serves as Director of the Mountain Hydrology Group and is a Fellow of INSTAAR (Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research). His research and teaching focus on hydrologic processes in mountainous regions with expertise in snow hydrology, remote sensing, and ecohydrology. Molotch earned his Ph.D. from The University of Arizona in 2004. His research utilizes ground-based observations, remote sensing, and computational modeling to understand hydrological processes, particularly snow distribution and water-carbon-nitrogen fluxes in mountain ecosystems. His work has significant implications for sustainable resource management and environmental policy. His recent publications show a strong focus on snow water equivalent estimation, snowmelt timing impacts on forest productivity, and the development of advanced remote sensing techniques for monitoring mountain hydrology. His research increasingly addresses climate change impacts on water resources, with particular attention to the Western United States. Fellow of INSTAAR Art+Science fellowship in partnership with artist Hannah Taylor Molotch advises numerous graduate students and leads significant research projects including those funded by NASA and NSF. His Mountain Hydrology Group operates field sites across the Western U.S., including Storm Peak Laboratory and Niwot Ridge Long Term Ecological Research Program. The group produces near-real-time snow water equivalent estimates and contributes to the Snow Today website at the National Snow and Ice Data Center.

Russell Tessierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Reconfigurable Computing
• FPGA Architecture
• CAD Algorithms for FPGAs
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Russell Tessier is a Professor and Department Head of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, affiliated with the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences. His research focuses on reconfigurable computing, FPGA architectures, and hardware security, with notable contributions in CAD algorithms for FPGAs, embedded systems, and multi-tenant FPGA vulnerability analysis. Education: B.S.C.S.E., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1989) M.S. and Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1992 and 1999) Research Interests: Dr. Tessier's work spans FPGA security (e.g., side-channel attacks, power distribution vulnerabilities), reconfigurable cloud computing, and hardware acceleration for applications like SAR imaging and machine learning. His lab, the Reconfigurable Computing Group, develops open-source FPGA cores (e.g., FlexGrip GPGPU, DE4 NetFPGA) and explores cutting-edge security countermeasures. Awards and Honors: Chancellor's Leadership Fellow (2015-2016) NSF Information Technology Research Grant Lilly Teaching Fellow (2002-2003) Multiple College of Engineering Excellence Awards Grants and Projects: Active funding includes NSF SaTC grants on reconfigurable cloud security and NASA support for snowpack measurement systems. His research also addresses FPGA-based solutions for cybersecurity, such as intrusion detection and power-side channel mitigation. Labs and Teams: Leads the UMass Reconfigurable Computing Group, which collaborates on open-source FPGA tools, security frameworks, and embedded system designs. The group maintains platforms like the DE4 NetFPGA and FlexGrip architecture.

Daniel McCoyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cloud Physics
• Climate Modeling
• Aerosol-Cloud Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel McCoy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science and Founding Adjunct Faculty in the School of Computing at the University of Wyoming. His research examines the role of clouds in the climate system, focusing on cloud physics, climate modeling, and aerosol-cloud interactions. Education: B.S. in Physics, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (2010) Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science, University of Washington (2016) Postdoctoral Fellow in Atmospheric Science, University of Leeds (2016-2020) Dr. McCoy’s work spans climate sensitivity analysis, aerosol forcing, and cloud feedback mechanisms. He employs climate models and remote sensing to study how clouds respond to warming and how aerosols influence radiative forcing and precipitation efficiency. Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding extratropical cloud feedbacks, Southern Ocean cloud dynamics, and perturbed parameter ensembles for climate models. His research group investigates connections between cloud morphology, radiative susceptibility, and the hydrological cycle. Contact: Email daniel.mccoy@uwyo.edu , Office EN 6029, University of Wyoming.

Steve Margulisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Surface Hydrology
• Hydrometeorology
• Land-Atmosphere Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steve Margulis is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on surface hydrology and hydrometeorology, particularly in snow-dominated mountainous regions. University: University of California, Los Angeles Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering Research Interests: His work aims to improve characterization of hydrologic states and fluxes through remote sensing and modeling, with applications to water resource management and environmental hazard mitigation. Key areas include: Land surface and atmospheric boundary layer modeling Remote sensing of snow and soil moisture Data assimilation techniques Hydroclimatology and climate change impacts Publications Trends show consistent focus on snow hydrology, remote sensing applications, and data assimilation frameworks across diverse mountain regions including the Sierra Nevada, Andes, and High Mountain Asia. Recent work emphasizes model improvements through spatially distributed precipitation bias correction and satellite data integration. Students: Mentoring includes Ph.D. candidates Yiwen Fang, Yufei Liu, Jacob Schaperow, and Manon von Kaenel. Group alumni include notable researchers at institutions like NASA, Ohio State University, and University of Colorado. Research Projects are funded by NSF, NASA, and DOE/CERC-WET. Key initiatives include: Snow reanalysis frameworks for Sierra Nevada and Andes Investigations into land-atmosphere interactions Global frameworks for SWOT data products

Liz Stephensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Flood Forecasting
• Climate Variability
• Hydrology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Liz Stephens is a faculty member at the University of Reading's Department of Meteorology, specializing in flood forecasting, climate variability, and disaster risk management. Her work focuses on improving hydrological and meteorological models to enhance flood preparedness and climate adaptation strategies globally. Research Interests: Probabilistic flood forecasting Climate impacts on extreme events Enhancing forecast communication for decision-makers Applications in data-scarce regions like Kenya and Uganda Key Projects: Global Flood Awareness System (GloFAS) World Weather Attribution studies Probabilistic forecast evaluation frameworks Her research bridges academic analysis with practical implementation, collaborating with international organizations like ECMWF and humanitarian agencies to translate scientific insights into actionable disaster preparedness measures.

John Rowanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Science
• Climate Change
• Water Resources Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Rowan is a Professor of Physical Geography and Director of the UNESCO Centre for Water Law, Policy & Science at the University of Dundee. His roles include advancing sustainable development, particularly SDG6 (water and sanitation), and leading interdisciplinary initiatives. Previously, he served as Vice Principal for Research and inaugural Dean of the School of Social Sciences. His research focuses on environmental change, climate impacts on water resources, and policy-driven solutions, with global collaborations in Bangladesh, India, and Kenya. He has held advisory roles in Scottish Government’s Centres of Expertise and chairs UNESCO’s UK International Hydrological Committee. Research Interests: Environmental change, climate-water-food nexus, river basin management, sediment dynamics, and policy integration. His work bridges academic and applied domains, emphasizing governance and sustainable practices. Key projects include enhancing water security under climate uncertainty, developing risk frameworks for drinking water, and addressing the water-food-energy nexus. Publications: Over 111 articles, focusing on climate adaptation, water resource vulnerabilities, and ecohydrological modeling. Recent highlights include studies on the Karakoram Anomaly’s hydrological tipping points and frameworks for climate-resilient water safety plans. Awards: Gold Engage Watermark Award (2020), United Nations Risk Award (2019). Projects span international collaborations and policy advisory roles. He has supervised 12 students and led over 33 research projects, including the Hydro Nation Scholars Programme. Labs/Teams: UNESCO Centre for Water Law, Policy & Science; Centre for Environmental Change and Human Resilience (CECHR), collaborating with the James Hutton Institute. Active in global forums like the UNFCCC Climate Assembly and World Water Forum.

• Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)
• Autonomous Systems
• Sensor Fusion
• +۴ مورد دیگر

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.

Soroosh Sorooshianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrometeorology
• Water Resources Systems
• Climate Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Soroosh Sorooshian is a Professor at the Samueli School of Engineering , University of California, Irvine, with joint appointments in Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth System Science . He serves as Founding Director of the Center for Hydrometeorology and Remote Sensing (CHRS) and holds the Samueli Endowed Chair in Engineering . His expertise spans hydrometeorology, climate-water interactions, remote sensing applications, and water resource management in arid regions. Education : Ph.D. in Engineering (1978), Engineer Degree in Systems Engineering (1977), M.S. in Operations Research (1973), B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (1971). Leadership & Affiliations : Member of US National Academy of Engineering , International Academy of Astronautics , and multiple scientific bodies (AAAS, AGU, AMS, IWRA). Former advisor to NASA, NOAA, and UNESCO initiatives. Recent research focuses on machine learning integration for hydrological modeling , satellite precipitation product development , and climate change impact assessments . Key trends include deep learning for bias correction , multi-sensor precipitation fusion , and atmospheric river hydrology in California. Awards include the AGU Horton Medal , NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal , and Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Water Prize . He consults on urban flooding and surface hydrology challenges. Scientific Honors : Chinese Academy of Sciences Einstein Professorship (2014) UNESCO Great Man-Made River Water Prize (2007) AMS Walter Orr Roberts Lecturer (2009) Multiple Distinguished Educator Awards Advisory Roles : Served on committees for NASA, DOE, and World Climate Research Programme's Hydrology Commission.

• Climate
• Climate change
• Climate dynamics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Jost-Diedrich Graf Von Hardenberg is a Full Professor in the Department of Environmental, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves as the Energy and Climate Change Area Coordinator and is a Scientific Advisor of the HPC-AI Advisory Council. His research focuses on climate science and geophysical fluid dynamics, with significant contributions to understanding climate change impacts and Earth system modeling. Professor Von Hardenberg's research interests span multiple areas of climate science, including climate dynamics, geophysical fluid mechanics, hydrological cycle analysis, numerical climate modeling, and precipitation downscaling. His work particularly emphasizes climate tipping points and extremes, Rayleigh-Bénard convection in geophysical contexts, high-resolution Earth-system climate modeling, and stochastic approaches to precipitation downscaling. His research integrates theoretical, computational, and observational approaches to address fundamental questions about climate system behavior and change. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) dynamics, climate extremes in Alpine regions, urban climate effects, and interdisciplinary applications of climate science to ecological and conservation challenges. His work bridges fundamental climate dynamics with practical applications for climate adaptation and environmental management. Among his notable recognitions are the Research in Paris award from the Maire de Paris (2009) and Fellowships at the London School of Economics and Political Science (2001-2002, 2004-2006). He has participated in numerous research networks including the European Geosciences Union section 'Nonlinear Processes in Geophysics' (2004-2012), the EC-Earth Consortium (2012-present), and COST Action ES0805 TERRABITES 'The terrestrial biosphere in the earth system' (2010-2014). Professor Von Hardenberg actively supervises PhD students including Marianna Albanese, Maria Clara Corda, Sara Filippini, and Jacopo Grassi, among others. He leads multiple significant research projects such as ROTurb (Resolving Ocean Macroscale Turbulence), LocClima (Impact of LOCal conditions on Italian microCLIMAtes), CRAWL (Carbon Release in A Warming cLimate), and CliMOC (Climate Impacts of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation), with funding from EU, national programs, and commercial contracts. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center SmartData@PoliTO - Big Data and Data Science Laboratory, where he contributes expertise in climate data analysis and modeling. His collaborative work extends to multiple institutions through non-commercial agreements with the National Research Council and various international research consortia focused on climate system understanding.