جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

J. Ellersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Biology
• Ecology
• Molecular Ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. J. Ellers is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam , and a member of the Amsterdam Institute for Life and Environment . His research focuses on understanding how an individual’s phenotype is shaped by interactions between genes, genome, and environment , employing molecular, physiological, and experimental tools within an evolutionary framework. Ellers contributes to the Netherlands Society of Evolutionary Biology (NLSEB) as a co-founder and serves as Vice-Chair of the Dutch Biology Council , advocating for biology research and education in the Netherlands. Research Interests: Ellers explores the intersection of evolutionary biology, ecology, and environmental science , with key themes in phenotypic plasticity, urbanization effects on species, trait-based ecology, and adaptive signaling . His work spans soil fauna dynamics, invasive species impacts, and metabolic adaptations , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to link mechanisms with ecological and evolutionary outcomes. Recent Publications highlight trends in urban ecology, climate change impacts, and trait evolution . Notable studies examine how noise and light pollution alter animal communication , high-sugar diets affect microbiomes , and robot morphologies reflect biological systems . His research also addresses data interoperability through initiatives like ShareTrait and global soil arthropod assessments . Scientific Contributions: Ellers advocates for open-access publishing and interdisciplinary climate change experiments. His leadership in the Dutch Biology Council and co-founding of NLSEB reflect sustained commitment to scientific policy and community engagement. Supervised 23 PhD theses and teaching courses like Ecosystem Services and Scientific Advocacy underscore his mentorship and educational impact.

Heather Campbellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Entomology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Community Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heather Campbell is a Senior Lecturer in Entomology at Harper Adams University's Agriculture and Environment Department. Her research focuses on insect biodiversity conservation, community ecology, and social insects, particularly in arid ecosystems of southern Africa. She employs citizen science and explores insect-plant interactions to address ecological challenges. Professional affiliations include Fellowship of the Royal Entomological Society and membership in the British Ecological Society. Education includes a PhD, MSc, and BSc (Hons) in relevant fields. Key research interests span ant ecology, biopesticide development, and sustainable pest control strategies in agricultural systems. Recent work emphasizes integrating citizen science for biodiversity mapping and leveraging technology in ecological research education. Publications highlight innovative approaches to pest control, ant behavior studies, and global entomology priorities. Her work bridges academic research and practical applications, such as developing lure-and-kill systems for thrips and advancing biopesticide solutions for crop pests. Ongoing projects include exploring the impacts of climate change on insect communities in arid regions. Dr. Campbell actively advises on entomology education and outreach, contributing to public understanding of insect conservation through visual guides and media engagement. She leads the Entomology Group at Harper Adams University, fostering collaborative research networks across Africa and the UK.

Joshua T. Vogelsteinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Neuroscience
• Network Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joshua T. Vogelstein is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, holding joint appointments in Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics & Statistics, Neuroscience, and Computer Science. He leads the NeuroData lab, focusing on big data science, machine learning, and connectomics. Education: PhD and MSE in Neuroscience and Applied Mathematics from Johns Hopkins (2009), BS in Biomedical Engineering from Washington University (2002). Notable achievements include co-founding the Open Connectome Project (acquired by APL) and Gigantum (acquired by NVIDIA). Recognized with the NSF CAREER Award (2020), F1000 Prime (2014), and multiple Johns Hopkins Discovery Awards. Research emphasizes statistical connectomics, network science, and applying AI to biomedical challenges. Key contributions include mapping the first insect brain connectome (Science 2023) and developing open-source tools like CloudReg and BrainLine. Collaborates with Microsoft Research and industry partners, co-founding ventures like Global Domain Partners and Mind-X. Advised over 60 trainees, teaches machine learning and data science. Promotes open science through NeuroData's ecosystem of tools and data. Current work explores organoid intelligence, prospective learning, and neural network dynamics.

Tom Wenseleersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Behavioural Ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tom Wenseleers is a Professor at KU Leuven's Department of Biology within the Faculty of Science, where he leads the Laboratory of Socioecology and Social Evolution. His research spans theoretical and experimental approaches to evolutionary biology, with particular focus on social insect systems. Research spans social insects (ants, bees, wasps), microbes, viruses, and human systems Primary model organisms: social insects studying major evolutionary transitions Current projects examine caste determination, chemical communication, and evolutionary conflicts His research integrates theoretical modeling with experimental, behavioral, and comparative studies. Recent work combines genomic techniques and high-throughput GC/MS analysis to decipher chemical communication systems. Current trends show increasing interdisciplinary work spanning virology (SARS-CoV-2 variants), microbial ecology (antibiotic resistance), and robotics (pollinator behavior monitoring). The research demonstrates consistent application of evolutionary theory to diverse biological systems while maintaining social insects as the core model. Wenseleers actively mentors PhD students and postdocs, with recent graduates including Kamiel Debeuckelaere and Viviana Di Pietro. His lab receives substantial funding through multiple concurrent research projects, including Promotor roles on grants examining caste development in bee societies and microbial metabolite screening. The laboratory maintains strong international collaborations across Europe and South America. The lab operates within the Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity Conservation unit at KU Leuven, with physical location at Naamsestraat 59, box 2466, 3000 Leuven. The research group maintains active outreach programs including science workshops for schools and public engagement events focused on insect conservation.

Karen Abbottمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Ecology
• Population Ecology
• Community Ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Karen Abbott is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Biology at Case Western Reserve University, specializing in theoretical population and community ecology. Her research employs mathematical modeling to investigate species distributions, abundance fluctuations, and ecological pattern formation. Her primary research interests include: Theoretical Population and Community Ecology Spatial Synchrony in Forest Insect Outbreaks Plant-Herbivore Dynamics and Inducible Defenses Evolutionary Responses to Climate Change Invasive Species Spread Mechanisms Ecological Time Series Analysis Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal strong emphasis on spatial ecology, transient dynamics, and network theory applications. Key trends involve modeling synchrony in ecological oscillators, life history effects on consumer-resource systems, and environmental stochasticity impacts on population cycles. Her work frequently addresses how new biologically-motivated models improve understanding of unexplained ecological phenomena. Scientific awards: None mentioned in provided text. Research funding includes the eMB Collaborative Research project (2023) on mathematical approaches for spatial synchrony in ecology. While specific student advisees aren't listed, her faculty role suggests graduate and undergraduate mentoring. Her lab maintains active research in theoretical ecology as evidenced by continuous publication output. She leads the Abbott Lab (https://abbottlab480702554.wordpress.com/), which focuses on mathematical modeling of ecological systems, investigating spatial synchrony, plant-herbivore interactions, climate change effects, and transient dynamics in population cycles.

Donato Romanoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bioinspired Robotics
• Biomimetic Robotics
• Animal-Robot Interaction
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Donato Romano serves as Associate Professor at The BioRobotics Institute of Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, Italy, where he coordinates the Bio-Robotic Ecosystems Lab and co-founded the spin-off company HUBILIFE srl. His interdisciplinary work bridges robotics, biology, and AI to develop biohybrid systems for biodiversity preservation, sustainable environmental management, and life support in extreme scenarios including space exploration. With over 90 publications and an H-index of 27 (Scopus, March 2025), he has established significant academic leadership through editorial roles across 12+ international journals. Romano's educational foundation includes advanced degrees with honors: an M.Sc. in Agriculture Science and Technologies (2014) and a PhD in BioRobotics (2018), both from Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna. His academic journey includes visiting scholar positions at Khalifa University and substantial industry-academia collaboration through HUBILIFE srl, which commercializes bioinspired devices for human daily life improvement. His research program focuses on bioinspired and biomimetic robotics with particular emphasis on animal-robot interaction, biohybrid systems, and natural intelligence. Key projects address critical global challenges: SENSORBEES develops biohybrid environmental surveillance for ecological monitoring; REGOLIFE investigates lunar soil-terrestrial organism interactions for space agriculture; and OCEAN ROBOCTO explores marine ecosystem solutions. This work demonstrates a strategic progression from fundamental behavioral studies toward applied ecological and extraterrestrial systems. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends in AI-driven behavioral analysis, with deep learning increasingly applied to entomological studies and pest management. The research spans agricultural applications (precision monitoring traps, larval detection systems), ecological conservation (biodiversity surveillance), and extreme-environment adaptation (lunar regolith studies). A distinctive feature is the consistent integration of biohybrid approaches where living organisms and robotic systems create synergistic capabilities exceeding either component alone. Romano's scientific recognition includes election as Junior Fellow of the Italian Academy of Engineering and Technology (2025), the Lucani fuori dal Comune award (2024), and multiple best-thesis prizes. His editorial leadership spans high-impact journals including IEEE Transactions on Medical Robotics and Bionics and Pest Management Science, where he serves as Associate Editor. As principal investigator, Romano coordinates major international projects totaling over €15M in funding: HORIZON-EIC's SENSORBEES (2024-2029), ASI's REGOLIFE (2024-2027), National Geographic's OCEAN ROBOCTO (2024-2026), and PRIN's COSMIC (2023-2025). His teaching portfolio includes PhD courses in Biosystems for Biorobotics and M.Sc. instruction in Bionics Engineering at Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna and University of Pisa. The Bio-Robotic Ecosystems Lab under Romano's direction pioneers biohybrid technologies where living organisms and robotic systems create integrated solutions. Current initiatives include SENSORBEES' environmental monitoring swarms, REGOLIFE's moonworm colonization systems, and HUBILIFE's commercial vector-control devices. The lab maintains active collaborations with space agencies, agricultural institutes, and conservation organizations, positioning biohybrid systems as next-generation tools for planetary-scale challenges.

• Computational Neuroscience
• Visual System
• Sensory Coding
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thomas Wachtler-Kulla is a Professor in the Department of Biology II at Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, where he leads the Computational Neuroscience research group. He is a GSN full member and serves as the GSN Ombudsperson, offering neutral and confidential counseling for students. He is also the Group Leader and Scientific Director at the German Neuroinformatics Node (G-Node), contributing significantly to neuroscience data infrastructure. His research focuses on how the brain processes sensory signals, particularly in the visual system, aiming to understand neural coding, perceptual stability, and color vision under natural conditions. He employs neurophysiology, psychophysics, and computational modeling to investigate sensory processing, eye movement compensation, and efficient coding mechanisms. At G-Node, he develops software and hardware tools for organizing, storing, analyzing, and sharing neurophysiological data, promoting reproducible research. His recent work spans Bayesian models of hue perception, data management frameworks like DataLad and odML, and studies on honeybee neuroethology. He actively supervises graduate students and contributes to major initiatives such as NFDI-Neuro and the International Neuroinformatics Coordinating Facility, advancing standards for open and FAIR neuroscience. Scientific Contributions and Leadership: Scientific Director, German Neuroinformatics Node (G-Node) GSN Ombudsperson for student conflict resolution Key contributor to NFDI-Neuro and INCF Developer of tools for metadata management and data sharing He advises several current and former graduate students and is deeply involved in shaping data policies and infrastructure for the neuroscience community, ensuring scientific rigor and accessibility.

• Synthetic Organic Chemistry
• Natural Product Synthesis
• Reactive Intermediates
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Matthew J Palframan is a Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the School of Pharmacy, University of Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. He joined the institution in September 2019 and holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of York (2010), following an MChem degree from Oxford University (2006). His research focuses on synthetic organic chemistry, particularly the synthesis of natural products and development of new chemical reactions involving reactive intermediates such as radicals, carbenes, and arynes, with applications in photochemistry, photoredox, and electrochemistry. Education: MChem, University of Oxford (2002-2006) PhD, University of York (2010) His recent publications span topics like biomimetic cycloadditions, pheromone chemistry, and marine natural product synthesis. He is an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. Palframan teaches courses including Organic Chemistry and Drug Development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with a focus on medicinal chemistry. Scientific Awards: Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2019) Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (2015)

• Honeybee Genetics
• Animal Breeding
• Disease Resistance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. agr. Kaspar Bienefeld is an Honorary Professor at the Humboldt University of Berlin within the Albrecht Daniel Thaer-Institute of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences. His research focuses on honeybee genetics, breeding optimization, and disease resistance mechanisms. Research Interests: Honeybee population genetics, Varroa mite resistance, genomic selection, and behavioral ethology. Key Contributions: Development of SNP assays for resistance traits, simulation studies for breeding schemes, and conservation strategies like Europe’s first honeybee gene bank. Publications: Over 40 peer-reviewed articles spanning honeybee breeding, genetic parameter estimation, and stress biomarker analysis.

• Applied Probability
• Operations Research
• Computational Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hiroshi Toyoizumi is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Commerce and Graduate School of Accountancy, with a Ph.D. in Mathematical Physics from Waseda University. His work bridges Applied Probability , Operations Research , and Computational Biology , focusing on stochastic modeling across biological and network systems. Research Interests Stochastic Models in Biology : Analyzing social queues in hover wasps and meiotic DSB regulation using quasi-birth-death processes and survival analysis. Network Security : Modeling computer virus spread on scale-free networks and proposing active defense strategies. Queueing Theory : Developing analytical frameworks for on-demand streaming, quantum merging, and blockchain-based systems. Article Trends Recent work (2020-2024) explores nonlocal diffusion , quantum queueing , and swarm behavior in financial markets . Mid-2010s studies focus on cooperative breeding and DNA recombination dynamics . Early papers (pre-2010) examine computer virus ecology , secure group communication , and deterministic queue analysis . Scientific Awards Biotechno 2013 Best Paper Award IEICE Switching Workshop SSE Research Award (1999) IEICE Young Research Engineer Award (1997) Teaching Activities Graduate-level courses in Operations Research and Financial Engineering . Undergraduate and graduate seminars in Applied Mathematics and Probabilistic Models .

Matt Garrattمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Robotics
• Swarm Robotics
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Matt Garratt is a faculty member at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Canberra), School of Engineering and IT, serving as AI theme lead for the Defence Trailblazer Universities initiative with over $200 million in funding. His primary research focuses on sensing, guidance, and control for autonomous systems within robotics and unmanned aerial vehicles. Garratt's research spans robotics, swarm intelligence, and autonomous systems with emphasis on bio-inspired navigation techniques and adaptive flight control. His work addresses critical challenges including terrain following using vision systems, landing UAVs on moving platforms, and developing self-organizing swarms. He integrates artificial intelligence, computer vision, and machine learning to advance unmanned systems capabilities in complex environments. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends in bio-inspired UAV navigation (particularly honeybee behavior modeling) and swarm robotics applications. His work increasingly incorporates deep learning for perception tasks while addressing real-world challenges like gas plume detection and adversarial robustness in 3D vision systems. The research demonstrates consistent progression toward practical implementation of autonomous systems in dynamic environments. Professor Garratt has secured over $7.7 million in external research funding as Chief Investigator on 33 grants. He actively mentors graduate students with scholarships available for Masters and PhD research in robotics and AI, focusing on: UAV path planning and adaptive control systems Swarm robotics collective motion optimization Bio-inspired autonomous navigation techniques Computer vision for robotic perception He co-founded the UNSW Canberra AIR (AI and Robotics) Group (AIR Lab), which drives research in trusted autonomy, swarm intelligence, and AI integration for defense applications. The lab develops practical solutions for autonomous systems operating in complex, real-world environments while maintaining ethical AI frameworks.

Colden V. Baxterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Freshwater Ecology
• Stream Ecology
• River Ecosystems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Colden V. Baxter is a Professor of Biological Sciences at Idaho State University, where he leads the ISU Stream Ecology Center and the Center for Ecological Research and Education (CERE). He directs ISU's graduate biology programs and previously served as president of the Society for Freshwater Science. His work bridges fundamental stream ecology with social dimensions of river management, focusing on ecological linkages between water and land. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Fisheries Science from Oregon State University (2002), an M.S. in Organismal Biology and Ecology from the University of Montana (1997), and a B.A. in Biology and Geology from the University of Oregon (1993), followed by postdoctoral training at Colorado State University and Hokkaido University, Japan. Dr. Baxter's research centers on freshwater ecosystem dynamics, particularly stream-riparian interactions, nutrient cycling (especially nitrogen fixation/denitrification), and rivers as social-ecological systems. He investigates how human activities disrupt ecological linkages and examines bidirectional influences between human behaviors and river ecosystems, with strong emphasis on climate change impacts and conservation applications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on spatial heterogeneity in stream processes, food web dynamics in river-floodplain mosaics, and integration of social science into freshwater research. His work spans nutrient cycling, salmonid conservation, floodplain restoration, and extreme event impacts, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches to river management challenges. His leadership roles, including presidency of the Society for Freshwater Science, reflect professional recognition. Current research is supported by grants like the NSF RAPID project on climate change-induced flooding, addressing urgent conservation questions through collaborative science. Through the ISU Stream Ecology Center, Dr. Baxter mentors graduate students and fosters interdisciplinary collaborations, advancing river science while training the next generation of freshwater ecologists. His lab serves as a hub for integrating field studies with social-ecological modeling to address complex watershed challenges.

Scott Forbesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioural Ecology
• Fisheries and Fish Population Dynamics
• Family Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scott Forbes is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Winnipeg, affiliated with the Richardson College for the Environment and Science Complex. His research focuses on behavioral ecology, particularly family dynamics in birds, and fisheries management in Manitoba. He has conducted long-term studies on marsh-nesting blackbirds, exploring conflict and cooperation within families. Recent work investigates commercial potential of non-traditional freshwater fish species and bioproduct development. Forbes actively mentors graduate students and postdocs with funding opportunities. Research interests include avian behavior, reproductive strategies, and ecological impacts of fisheries. Theoretical work combines portfolio theory to model parental investment risks. Field studies emphasize red-winged blackbirds and brood parasitism in host-parasite systems. Publications span avian ecology, evolutionary biology, and environmental science. No scientific awards were explicitly noted in the provided texts. Advising and grants: Open to accepting funded graduate students. Research focuses on wetland birds and resource management, with field studies in Manitoba's freshwater ecosystems. Projects combine empirical and theoretical approaches to understand family conflict resolution, offspring competition, and ecological sustainability.

Nicole Gerardoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Symbiosis
• Host-Microbe Interactions
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Nicole Gerardo is a Professor at Emory University and Director of the Graduate Division of Biological and Biomedical Sciences. Her lab studies evolutionary ecology in insect-microbe systems, including aphid-bacteria symbioses and fungus-growing ants. Education includes a Ph.D. from University of Texas at Austin (2004) and B.A. from Rice University (1997). Research integrates experimental evolution , genomics , and field ecology to address: Mechanisms of symbiont-mediated pathogen defense Transmission dynamics in mutualisms Host immunological trade-offs Agricultural applications of protective microbes Recent work examines priority effects in symbiont colonization, monarch butterfly microbiomes, and coevolution in ant-fungal systems. Field sites span Panama, Brazil, and agricultural ecosystems.

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Agroforestry Systems
• Non-Timber Forest Products
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Dietrich Darr is a faculty member at Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (HSWT), specifically within the Department of Agriculture, Food, and Nutrition. His academic journey includes previous professorship at Hochschule Rhein-Waal (2012-2024) and visiting positions at Universidade de Brasília (2023-2024), Vietnam National University of Forestry (2020), and ICRAF Central Asia office (2018). Dr. Darr's research focuses on sustainable and resilient farming and food systems with particular expertise in agribusiness, corporate management, and sustainable resource utilization. His work prominently features baobab tree applications in African and European food industries, agroforestry systems, non-timber forest products, and sustainable land management. His international research projects span Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia. His recent publications reveal strong trends in sustainable value chain development, climate-smart agriculture, and innovative approaches to rural livelihood improvement. The articles demonstrate consistent focus on practical applications of agroforestry systems, analysis of non-timber forest products commercialization, and sustainable land management solutions for smallholder farmers in developing regions. Dr. Darr leads numerous research projects including SUFACHAIN (2022-2025) on sustainable agroforestry value chains in Central Asia, CONFARMED (2024) on edible insects for circular food economy in Uganda, and previously led BAOQUALITY (2019-2022) on baobab quality improvement for food security in Africa. His projects are primarily funded by German institutions including BMBF, BMEL, and DFG. As an active member of professional organizations including ATSAF, EFARD, IUFRO, DeFAF, and EURAF, Dr. Darr contributes to international agricultural research communities with focus on tropical and subtropical agriculture, agroforestry, and forest research.