جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Water Modelling
• Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modelling
• Irrigation Modelling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sydur Rahman is a Lecturer and Researcher in Engineering at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Southern Cross University. He holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from SCU, a Master of Water Resources Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, and a Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering (First Class Honours). His expertise spans water resources engineering, hydrology, and sustainable water management. Dr. Rahman's research focuses on water modeling, irrigation systems, wastewater management, and groundwater sustainability. He has led projects addressing integrated water resources management, crop water productivity under climate change, and contaminated land remediation. Notably, he is currently involved in an industry-funded project to develop techniques for removing chlorocresol from tannery waste. He has extensive teaching experience, instructing courses such as Hydraulic Engineering Fundamentals, Hydrogeology, and Engineering for Resilient Catchments. His work integrates holistic approaches, including geochemical and ecological tools, to assess environmental risks and refine water management practices. Dr. Rahman has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications on topics ranging from arsenic sorption in soils to crop water modeling. His contributions aim to enhance water use efficiency and sustainable resource management across field, farm, and regional scales.

• Soil bioengineering
• River restoration
• Life cycle assessment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Magdalena Von Der Thannen is a Senior Scientist & Lecturer at the Institute of Soil Bioengineering and Landscape Construction at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). She earned her doctorate with distinction in 2019 and holds two master's degrees from BOKU Vienna - in Alpine Natural Dangers/Watershed Regulations (2014) and Landscape Planning and Landscape Architecture (2012). Her educational background includes: Doctorate (2019, passed with distinction) Master in Alpine Natural Dangers / Watershed Regulations (2014, BOKU Vienna) Master in Landscape Planning and Landscape Architecture (2012, BOKU Vienna) Dr. Von Der Thannen's research focuses on soil bioengineering, river restoration, life cycle assessment, carbon balance, ecosystem services, and eddy covariance measurements. Her work bridges engineering, ecology, and environmental science with particular emphasis on sustainable approaches to natural hazard protection and landscape management. She has developed methodologies for environmental life cycle assessment of alpine protective structures and soil bioengineering constructions, with a strong focus on carbon balance and ecosystem services valuation. Analysis of her publications reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on quantifying the environmental performance of bioengineering solutions. Her most recent work (2024-2025) emphasizes carbon accounting in urban green infrastructure and floodplain ecosystems, building upon earlier work on life cycle assessment methodologies. She has established connections between eddy covariance measurements and ecosystem services, particularly in riparian restoration contexts. Her scientific recognition includes: Jubiläumsfonds der Stadt Wien für die Universität für Bodenkultur (2020) Projektprämierung der Stadt Wien - BOKU Research Funding Programm 2020 Dr. Von Der Thannen has presented her research at numerous international conferences including the EGU General Assembly and INTERPRAEVENT meetings. Her work demonstrates strong collaboration with Austrian and European institutions focused on natural hazard management and sustainable infrastructure development.

Ivica Kisićمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Protection
• Organic Agriculture
• Urban Agriculture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ivica Kisić is a Full Professor at the Department of General Agronomy, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb. He specializes in agroecology with a focus on soil protection, organic agriculture, urban agriculture, and remediation of polluted soil. Education : PhD in Agroecology (1995-1998) on water erosion impacts, MSc in Agroecology (1989-1992) on soil capabilities, and BSc in Agricultural Sciences (1982-1987) on irrigation. Research Interests : His work addresses soil conservation challenges through Organic agriculture systems Urban soil quality assessment Phytoremediation of contaminated soils Climate-smart soil management Water erosion mitigation Land-use planning for disaster risk reduction Scientific Projects : He has coordinated major initiatives like Creating Climate-Smart Soils (Croatian Science Foundation, 2023-2027) and Impact of Open Fires on Soil Quality (Croatian Science Foundation, 2018-2022). He contributed to EU-funded projects like RECOAL (2005-2007) and JICA/JST collaborations in Japan (2013) and Hungary (2016). Teaching : Professor Kisić teaches courses including Soil Conservation , Global Ecology , and Sustainable Land Management . He has also engaged in international educational collaborations like the EU program Lifelong Learning for Sustainable Agriculture (2013-2016).

Noah Planavskyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Isotope Geochemistry
• Environmental Change
• Atmospheric Evolution
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Noah Planavsky is an Associate Professor of Earth & Planetary Sciences at Yale University. His research focuses on isotope geochemistry, environmental change, and the co-evolution of life, climate, and Earth's geochemical cycles. He leads the Planavsky Lab, which investigates silicate weathering processes, ocean oxygenation, and carbon capture via enhanced mineral weathering. Education: B.A., Lawrence University Ph.D., University of California, Riverside Postdoctoral Work, California Institute of Technology Research Interests: Isotope systems (e.g., Li, Cr, U) for tracking environmental and climatic changes Atmospheric evolution (oxygen and CO₂ levels) Enhanced weathering as a climate mitigation strategy Paleoredox reconstructions and ocean oxygen dynamics Recent Work Trends: Publications emphasize carbon dioxide removal via enhanced rock weathering, isotopic proxies for ancient redox conditions, and interdisciplinary approaches to climate solutions. Recent studies include field trials in agricultural systems and geochemical modeling of weathering processes. Lab Group & Advising: Supervises a team of postdocs and PhD students (e.g., Brian Beaty, Tom Reershemius) focused on weathering dynamics, carbon sequestration, and biogeochemical cycles. Collaborates on USDA-funded projects and international field experiments. Labs/Teams: Leads the Yale Carbonation and Negative Emissions (YCNCC) initiative and collaborates with global networks on enhanced weathering deployment and verification methods.

Xudong Fanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Urban Water Systems
• Resilience and Sustainability
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xudong (Andrew) Fan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at the University at Buffalo (UB), part of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. His research focuses on urban water systems, resilience and sustainability in water infrastructure, and applications of artificial intelligence in complex networks. He holds a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Case Western Reserve University (2022), an MS in Structural Engineering from Tianjin University (2017), and a BS in Civil Engineering from Central South University (2014). Dr. Fan's work integrates advanced computational methods with civil engineering challenges, particularly in enhancing infrastructure resilience through AI-driven approaches. His research spans smart city technologies, climate change adaptation, and bio-based solutions for soil stabilization and frost heave mitigation. Notable contributions include developing graph neural networks for spatially embedded network analysis and machine learning models for predicting water infrastructure failures. His publications reflect a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary problem-solving, combining data science with traditional engineering domains. While no specific awards are listed, his prolific output since 2020 highlights his active engagement in cutting-edge research areas such as AI for water systems and sustainable materials innovation.

Liang Yuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biological and Agricultural Engineering
• Bioenergy
• Waste Valorization
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Liang Yu is an Assistant Professor and Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at Kentucky State University, within the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources. He holds dual Ph.D. degrees in Biological Systems Engineering from Washington State University and Chemical Engineering from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Washington. His research bridges engineering, agriculture, and sustainability, with a focus on biorefinery-based industrial symbiosis and the circular economy . Dr. Yu applies advanced modeling techniques such as computational fluid dynamics (CFD), molecular simulation, techno-economic analysis (TEA), life cycle assessment (LCA), and machine learning to optimize systems for organic waste management, renewable energy production, and sustainable water reuse. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward integrating anaerobic digestion with hydrothermal pretreatment for enhanced biogas and renewable natural gas (RNG) production from animal manure, food waste, and biosolids. His work also emphasizes nutrient recovery, process control via machine learning, and techno-economic and environmental sustainability assessments of bioenergy systems. Scientific Contributions and Leadership: Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI, and Key Personnel on USDA and DOE-funded projects Guest Editor for Fermentation and Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology Published over 70 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals including Applied Energy , Bioresource Technology , Chemical Engineering Science , and AIChE Journal Holds five granted patents in bioenergy and waste conversion technologies Dr. Yu actively mentors graduate students as Graduate Coordinator and leads a research program focused on scalable, sustainable solutions for waste-to-energy and resource recovery. His lab integrates experimental work with multi-scale modeling to support technology development and policy decisions in renewable energy and circular systems.

• Vegetation Technology
• Green Infrastructure
• Sustainable Landscape Construction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Priv.-Doz. Dipl.-Ing.Dr. Ulrike Pitha is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Soil Bioengineering and Landscape Construction , University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna. Her work focuses on Vegetation Technology , Green Infrastructure , and Sustainable Landscape Construction , with expertise in integrating bio-based solutions into urban planning. Academic Affiliation : Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure Key Research Areas : Urban Microclimate Regulation, Stormwater Management, Permeable Pavement Systems, Nature-Based Solutions Her recent 15 publications (2012–2025) span topics like green roofs , vertical greening systems , greywater treatment , and climate-resilient urban design , emphasizing environmental engineering , plant-soil interactions , and sustainable materials . She has contributed to scientific panels (e.g., Innovationsnetzwerk Funktionsfassade, Regentropfen Society) and supervised 15+ theses (2008–2025) on urban greening, turfgrass resilience, and pollutant reduction. Pitha’s community engagement includes media appearances (ORF, Die Presse) and editorial roles in journals like BIOTOPE CITY JOURNAL and Sustainability , ensuring her research bridges academia and societal impact.

• Peatland Ecology
• Climate Change Impacts on Ecosystems
• Nitrogen Deposition and Eutrophication
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Simon Caporn is a Professor in Ecology and Environmental Science at Manchester Metropolitan University, where he leads research on peatland and heathland ecosystem responses to anthropogenic pressures including nitrogen deposition and climate change. His work integrates long-term field experiments with policy-relevant applications for habitat restoration and carbon management. His academic background includes: BSc in Biology, University of York PhD in Plant Physiology, University of Sussex Caporn's research program focuses on nitrogen pollution impacts, peatland carbon dynamics, and restoration ecology. He has maintained a nitrogen manipulation experiment on Welsh heather moorland for over 20 years under DEFRA's acidification research programme and led NERC-funded climate change experiments examining warming and water table effects on raised bogs. Current collaborations with Moors for the Future prioritize Sphagnum reintroduction in Southern Pennine blanket bogs, addressing both biodiversity recovery and carbon sequestration potential. His methodology combines manipulative field studies with metabolic fingerprinting and stable isotope analysis to develop bioindicators of ecosystem stress. Analysis of his recent publications reveals evolving research trajectories: early work established nitrogen deposition thresholds for semi-natural habitats, while current studies integrate restoration engineering (e.g., micropropagated Sphagnum), climate adaptation strategies, and novel applications like carbon credit schemes. Technological advancements feature prominently, including smartphone-based GNSS for field surveys and high-resolution wetness mapping for restoration planning. The consistent thread remains understanding how peatland ecosystems regulate carbon storage under environmental change. Caporn directs significant externally funded research initiatives: DEFRA Terrestrial Umbrella Programme (long-term nitrogen deposition impacts) NERC climate manipulation experiment on Welsh ombrotrophic peatlands CARE-PEAT partnership (EU-funded carbon loss reduction from peatlands) Moors for the Future blanket bog restoration monitoring His field research teams operate across UK peatlands using permanent experimental plots, remote sensing validation, and interdisciplinary approaches linking plant physiology with landscape-scale carbon cycling. Current efforts emphasize translating ecological findings into practical restoration metrics and policy frameworks for peatland conservation.

Steven R. Littleمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Drug Delivery Systems
• Biomaterials
• Immunotherapy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steven R. Little is a Distinguished Professor and the William Kepler Whiteford Endowed Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering. He also holds secondary appointments in Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Immunology, Ophthalmology, and the McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine. His research focuses on biomimetic systems for drug delivery, immunotherapy, and regenerative medicine, addressing challenges in transplantation, periodontitis, and chronic inflammatory diseases. Education: BS in Chemical Engineering (Youngstown State University), PhD in Chemical Engineering (MIT) Affiliations: Department Chair of Chemical Engineering, Co-founder of Qrono Inc. Research Interests: Developing drug delivery systems to treat inflammation and environmental challenges. Key areas include controlled release formulations, biomaterials, and therapies for autoimmune diseases, ocular conditions, and transplant rejection. His lab explores innovative approaches like thermoresponsive hydrogels and microparticle-based delivery systems. Articles highlight advancements in targeted drug delivery for ocular diseases, periodontal inflammation, and environmental nitrogen management. Themes include biomaterial design, immunomodulation, and translational medicine. Awards: AAAS Fellow (2022), NAI Fellow (2022), Chancellor’s Distinguished Research Award (2012), Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar (2012) Advising and grants: Mentored numerous students and secured funding for projects on immunosuppressive systems and biomaterials. Grants include NIH K-Awards and Coulter Translational Research support. Labs/Teams: Principal Investigator of the Little Lab, collaborating with clinicians and engineers to translate research into clinical applications.

Fawwaz T. Ulabyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Remote Sensing
• Microwave Engineering
• Applied Electromagnetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fawwaz T. Ulaby is the Emmett Leith Distinguished University Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan. He served as Vice President for Research (1999-2005) and founded the NASA-funded Center for Space Terahertz Technology. A member of the National Academy of Engineering and Fellow of IEEE/AAAS, his work focuses on microwave remote sensing, radar systems, and electromagnetic modeling. Key Research Areas: Remote Sensing, Applied Electromagnetics, RF Circuits, and Plasma Remote Sensing. Leadership Roles: Directed interdisciplinary NASA projects, served on scientific boards, and supervised 115 graduate students. His research spans satellite radar sensor development, terahertz technology, and dielectric property modeling for Earth observation. Publications include 16 books and over 700 journal articles, with notable works on vegetation/snow dielectric constants and polarimetric radar algorithms. Scientific Awards: IEEE Thomas Edison Medal (2006), Pecora Award (2001), IEEE Electromagnetics Award (2001), Kuwait Prize for Applied Science (1987), and multiple IEEE Fellowships. Leadership: President of IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (1979-1981), founding Director of NASA Center. Textbook Contributions: Authored Microwave Remote Sensing series and Electromagnetics for Engineers .

• Geomechanics
• Granular Materials
• Foundation Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Wu, Wei is a Professor and Director at Institute of Geotechnical Engineering , Department of Structural Engineering and Natural Hazards, BOKU University, Vienna, Austria. With over two decades of academic and industry experience, his work bridges geotechnical research and engineering practice. Education: Dr.-Ing. in Geotechnical Engineering (Karlsruhe University, Germany, 1986–1993), MSc in Geotechnical Engineering (Xian University of Technology, China, 1982–1985), Bachelor in Civil Engineering (Wuhan University, China, 1978–1982). Research Interests span geomechanics, granular materials, and computational geotechnical engineering. His expertise includes: Constitutive modeling of soils and granular media Numerical simulation of landslides and debris flows Soil bioengineering and root reinforcement Geo-energy systems and energy storage Advanced computational methods (SPH, DEM, FE) Selected Google Scholar Articles (2025–2024) highlight innovations in hypoplastic models for climate-affected soils, machine learning applications for slope stability, and multiscale simulations of geohazards. His work emphasizes both theoretical advancements (e.g., phase-field fracture models) and practical solutions (e.g., centrifuge testing for tunnel design). Scientific Awards include: Advanced Grant, European Research Council (2024) Gold Medal, Technical University of Brno (2024) Teaching & Supervision covers soil mechanics, tunneling, and advanced geotechnical courses. He has supervised over 30 PhD and 100 MSc theses, mentoring future engineers in numerical methods and geohazard mitigation. Leadership Roles : Editor-in-Chief of Acta Geotechnica , founder of Springer Series in Geomechanics, and Chairman of the Otto Pregl Foundation (€3M endowment). He organized key conferences like the China-Europe Conference on Geotechnical Engineering (2018) and International Symposium on Particle-Based Continuum Methods (2019).

• Environmental Engineering
• Biotechnological Process Engineering
• Advanced Oxidation Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

María Ángeles Sanroman Braga is a Full-Time Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Vigo and Principal Researcher of the Bioengineering and Sustainable Processes group (BIOSUV). Her research focuses on Biotechnological Process Engineering and Environmental Technology, with key lines including soil remediation, advanced oxidation processes, waste valorization, and green chemistry. She has authored over 300 international journal articles and 15 book chapters, achieving an H-index of 50. Her work has been recognized with 6 teaching evaluations and 5 research evaluations. She has led over 30 research projects, directed 24 doctoral theses, and advised numerous master's and final degree projects. Her academic roles include Director of the University of Vigo's Office of Transfer of Research Results, Deputy of ANEP (2007–2011), and member of the State Research Agency (AEI) in Technology Transfer (2015–2018) and Materials (2019–2020). She serves as Associate Editor of Bioresource Technology and a regular expert for national and international research evaluation agencies. Her teaching spans courses in chemical technology, industrial biotechnology, environmental pollution, and sustainable development. Research highlights include pioneering work on electrochemical and advanced oxidation processes for wastewater treatment, biochar applications, and sustainable catalyst development. Her contributions bridge environmental remediation, bioprocess engineering, and industrial innovation, emphasizing sustainable technologies for resource recovery and pollution mitigation.

Nenad N. Cvetkovicمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Electrical Engineering
• Electromagnetics
• Bioelectromagnetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nenad N. Cvetkovic is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Electronics, University of Niš, specializing in Theoretical Electrical Engineering. He earned his PhD (2009), MSc (2002), and BSc (1995) from the same institution. His research focuses on electromagnetic field interactions with biological tissues, grounding system design, and numerical modeling of geoelectrical phenomena. Key areas include mobile phone radiation effects on human tissues, SAR distribution in anatomical models, and innovative approaches to multi-layered soil grounding analysis. He has contributed over 19 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals, addressing topics like dental implant EM interactions, orthodontic brace SAR profiles, and optimizations for grounding systems. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical applications in electrical safety, biomedical engineering, and environmental geoelectrics. Prof. Cvetkovic is actively engaged in national/international research projects and speaks English and German fluently. His laboratory activities include finite element method (FEM) simulations, experimental validation of grounding models, and collaborations on standards for non-ionizing radiation exposure assessment.

Matthew Fieldsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Biofilms
• Microbial Ecology
• Heavy Metal Reduction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Matthew Fields is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Cell Biology at Montana State University (MSU) and Director of the Center for Biofilm Engineering (CBE). He leads the Biofilm Physiology & Ecology Team, focusing on environmental biofilms involved in processes like nitrate contamination, heavy metal reduction, and bioenergy. His work explores interactions between biotic and abiotic factors affecting microbial physiology and community dynamics. Fields holds a PhD from Cornell University (2001) and has contributed significantly to research on extremophiles, algal biofuels, and microbial community dynamics. Education: Ph.D., Cornell University, 2001 Roles: CBE Director, Thermal Biology Institute Affiliate, Energy Research Institute Member Research Focus: Biofilm physiology, microbial community ecology, coal-to-methane conversion, algal biofuel production His research encompasses projects on sulfate-reducing biofilms, methanogenic biofilms, and heavy-metal bioreduction. Notable contributions include studies on extremophiles and 3D-printed microbial communities. Awards include the 2017 Provost’s Award for Graduate Research/Creativity Mentoring. Fields has secured grants totaling over $5 million, including DOE-funded initiatives for coalbed methane research and advanced microscopy. Fields’ team collaborates internationally, addressing challenges in biofilm-related corrosion, bioenergy, and environmental remediation. He leads the CBE’s Industry Program, fostering partnerships between academia and industry. His work is published in journals like Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta and Algal Research .

Jesus Beltranمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Synthetic Biology
• Plant Molecular Biology
• Biosensor Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jesus Beltran is an Assistant Professor of Plant and Synthetic Biology at the University of Delaware's College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, affiliated with the Department of Plant & Soil Sciences. His work focuses on leveraging synthetic biology to address challenges in agriculture, health, and sustainability. Ph.D. in Biology (Plant Sciences) - City University of New York B.S. in Biology - Universidad del Tolima, Colombia Postdoctoral training at University of California-Riverside and Pennsylvania State University Beltran's research integrates synthetic biology tools to reprogram plant and microbial systems, emphasizing: Small molecule biosensor engineering Chemically controlled gene circuits Developmental and biochemical pathway reprogramming Interdisciplinary bioengineering frameworks He contributes to the field through systematic workflows merging biological knowledge with technological innovation. Professional engagement includes membership in the American Society of Plant Biologists, reflecting his commitment to advancing plant science and biotechnology.