جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sarah Duddiganمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Soil Science
• Environmental Chemistry
• Soil Organic Matter Stabilisation
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Sarah Duddigan is a Lecturer in Environmental Science at the University of Reading, affiliated with the Department of Geography and Environmental Science within the School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Science. Her research spans soil health, carbon sequestration, habitat restoration, and community engagement in environmental science. Research Interests: Application of organic matter amendments and impacts on soil health Soil organic matter stabilisation and decomposition Habitat restoration, particularly lowland heathlands Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) and its biophysical impacts Mine tailings remediation and stakeholder engagement Citizen science initiatives, including the Tea Bag Index - UK Her recent publications (2018–2025) highlight a strong focus on soil carbon dynamics, decomposition processes, and sustainable land management practices. She has led and contributed to interdisciplinary projects in India and the Philippines, examining agricultural sustainability and post-mining rehabilitation. Her work on the Tea Bag Index has contributed to global understanding of decomposition rates through citizen science. Scientific Contributions: Founding coordinator of the Tea Bag Index - UK citizen science project Active researcher in the Soil Research Centre and Centre for Agri-Environmental Research Collaborator on international projects including PROMT (Philippines Remediation of Mine Tailings) and ZBNF studies in India Sarah Duddigan plays a key role in integrating community engagement with rigorous environmental science, advancing both ecological understanding and practical sustainability solutions. She has not received any explicitly mentioned awards in the provided text. She advises or supervises students indirectly through her research projects, though specific names are not listed. Her work continues to influence policy and practice in sustainable agriculture and land restoration.

Rebecca Bartlettمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biogeochemistry
• Nutrient Cycling
• Environmental Change
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rebecca Bartlett is Associate Professor in Biogeochemistry at the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham . Her research focuses on nutrient cycling and environmental change in modern and past environments, particularly in peats, soils, and sediments. She holds a PhD (2005), MSc (2002), and BSc (1999) in Earth and Environmental Sciences from the University of Leeds. Her research investigates the biogeochemical responses of subsurface systems to environmental disturbances such as changes in atmospheric sulfur deposition, temperature, storms, floods, mineral reactivity, and chemical pollution. Using a combination of field and laboratory methods, including stable isotopic techniques, she examines how global-scale environmental changes manifest in local-scale impacts on pH, carbon dynamics, nutrient cycles, and water quality. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in biogeochemical dynamics across diverse systems—peatlands, forests, rivers, and contaminated soils—with recurring themes in carbon and nitrogen cycling, redox processes, pollutant behavior, and the use of isotopic tracers. Her work spans both fundamental geochemical processes and applied environmental challenges. Associate Professor in Biogeochemistry University of Birmingham School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences Dr. Bartlett has no explicitly listed scientific awards in the provided text. She is actively involved in collaborative research, as evidenced by her co-authorship on numerous interdisciplinary studies. While specific grants and student advising roles are not detailed, her publication record and academic position suggest active grant funding and supervision of doctoral and postdoctoral researchers. Her work is closely aligned with research groups in Earth Sciences, Palaeoclimatology, and Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Birmingham, contributing to broader initiatives in environmental change and sustainability.

• Entomology
• Ecology
• Forest Ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tone Birkemoe is a Professor in the Section for Ecology and Natural Resource Management at the Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management, Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). He serves as the Dean of Education, overseeing the coordination, development, and quality assurance of teaching programs at the faculty. His academic work spans research, teaching, and public science communication. His research focuses on entomology and ecology, particularly the biodiversity and ecological roles of insects in forest ecosystems. Key interests include: Ecology of wood-living organisms Trophic interactions Forest ecology Insect-fungi interactions and their role in wood decomposition Dead wood dependent insects Soil fauna and alpine ecosystems His publications reflect a strong emphasis on boreal forest biodiversity, decomposition processes, and the impacts of forestry on ecological systems. Research trends show consistent focus on saproxylic insects, fungal symbioses, carbon cycling, and conservation of dead wood habitats. He is actively involved in the EcoForest project, which studies forestry effects on biodiversity and ecological processes in mature boreal forests. Scientific contributions are available through Cristin, Google Scholar, and ResearchGate. He is also a contributor to the science blog Insektøkologene , enhancing public understanding of insect ecology. Responsible for courses: ZOOL220 - Insects and Arachnids, ZOOL300 - Ecological Entomology Leads educational development as Dean of Education He is engaged in research grants and projects related to forest biodiversity and sustainability, though specific funding sources are not listed. His work bridges academic research with practical conservation and educational outreach. He is part of a research team focused on forest and ecosystem dynamics, contributing to both national and international ecological understanding. His lab or research group emphasizes field-based ecological studies, particularly in boreal and alpine environments.

• Planetary Science
• Geochemistry
• Biogeochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Samuel Kounaves holds dual roles as Visiting Professor at Imperial College London's Department of Earth Science and Engineering (since 2013) and Professor of Chemistry at Tufts University (since 1988). He is an Affiliate Scientist at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory and a Consulting Scientist at the Technical University of Berlin. His research focuses on planetary geochemistry and astrobiology, particularly analyzing extraterrestrial environments using in-situ instruments. Key affiliations include leadership roles in NASA missions, including the Phoenix Mars Lander's Wet Chemistry Lab. Education: D.Sc. (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from Université de Genève (1985), BS/MS from California State University (1978), and postdoctoral training at Harvard University (1987–1988). He also worked as a Research Chemist at the U.S. Naval Ocean Systems Center (1975–1979). Research interests span Martian soil chemistry (discovering perchlorate's role in habitability and atmospheric dynamics), Antarctic geochemistry (linking Earth's arid environments to extraterrestrial processes), and Enceladus plume analysis (developing sensors for detecting microbial life). Funded by NASA and NSF, his work explores planetary habitability and prebiotic chemistry in extreme environments. Langauges: Fluent in French and Greek. Grants include major NASA projects investigating biomarker preservation on Mars and Enceladus habitability.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Biogeochemistry
• Organic Geochemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pete Maxfield is a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Chemistry at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), part of the HAS Department of Applied Sciences. His research focuses on biogeochemistry, methane cycling in terrestrial ecosystems, and the development of novel stable isotope techniques. Collaborations include the University of Bristol, UEA, Rothamsted Research, and CEH. His expertise spans methane dynamics in soils and peatlands, soil microbial ecology, and analytical methods like isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS) and cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS). Recent work emphasizes quantifying C cycling, metabolic pathways, and trace gas exchange using SIP and molecular characterization. Publications highlight his contributions to understanding microbial processes in tropical soils, decomposition in rainforest restoration, and agricultural impacts on methanotrophic bacteria. His research integrates advanced analytical tools to study greenhouse gas exchange and nutrient cycling in complex systems. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned. His teaching covers atmospheric chemistry, geochemistry, and soil science, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to environmental challenges.

Thirimachos Bourlaiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multispectral Imaging
• Biometrics
• Facial Recognition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thirimachos Bourlai is a Professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Georgia. He concurrently holds adjunct roles at West Virginia University (Lane Department of Computer Science and Engineering and School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology) and the Savannah River National Labs. As founder and director of the Multi-Spectral Imagery Lab, his research focuses on biometric systems, multispectral imaging, and human authentication in challenging conditions. He has published extensively and serves on editorial boards and professional organizations like the IEEE Biometrics Council. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of Surrey’s CVSSP Group and postdoctoral work at Methodist Hospital/University of Houston (thermal imaging) and WVU. He has held various academic ranks, including Associate Professor at UGA (2020–2024) and WVU (2017–2020). His research spans facial recognition across spectral bands (UV, visible, IR), liveness detection, and forensic algorithms for law enforcement. Key contributions include datasets like MycorrhiSEE and systems like FaceSensor-ID for sensor origin identification. Awards include the Distinguished Faculty Fellow title and Student Career Success Influencer Award from UGA. His work bridges academia and industry, addressing real-world security challenges through AI and computer vision. Bourlai has presented globally and reviews for top journals like TPAMI and IEEE Transactions. Recent articles emphasize thermal imaging, GAN-based image synthesis, and cross-spectral authentication. His labs collaborate with national labs and agencies, addressing issues like occlusion-resistant face recognition and concealed object detection in surveillance systems.

Chaoqun Luمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecosystem Ecology
• Climate Change Impacts
• Biogeochemical Cycling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Chaoqun (Crystal) Lu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology at Iowa State University. Her research focuses on quantifying ecosystem responses to global change using systems modeling, data assimilation, and geospatial analysis. Key interests include carbon, nitrogen, and water cycles; land-atmosphere greenhouse gas exchange; and riverine nutrient export. Education: PhD in Ecosystem Ecology (Auburn University/Chinese Academy of Sciences, 2009), MS in Ecology (Nanjing University, 2004), BS in Ecology (Inner Mongolia University, 2002). Her work integrates process-based models like CLM and has produced datasets such as HISLAND-US for historical land-use analysis. Research Highlights: Investigates how extreme precipitation, cropping systems, and management practices impact nitrogen pollution and GHG emissions. Recent projects include blockchain-based crop insurance platforms (AgBIS) and spatially explicit analyses of US cropland diversity. Grants/Labs: Leads the Lu Lab, which develops computational tools for environmental prediction. Active in interdisciplinary projects linking AI, remote sensing, and Earth system modeling. Collaborates on global datasets like CMIP6 and the Global Nitrogen Budget.

Carmen Enid Martinezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Biogeochemistry
• Nutrient Cycling
• Soil Organic Matter Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carmen Enid Martinez is a Professor in the Soil and Crop Sciences Section of the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University. Her research focuses on soil biogeochemistry, nutrient cycling, and soil organic matter dynamics with emphasis on iron-nitrogen-organic matter interactions, rhizosphere processes, and trace metal speciation. She holds a B.Sc. from the University of Puerto Rico and advanced degrees from Rutgers University. Key research areas include molecular-scale mechanisms of soil processes, mineral-organic matter associations, and environmental impacts of agricultural chemicals like glyphosate. She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in soil chemistry and environmental science, including PLSCS 6710 and ESS 4990. Recent work investigates glyphosate adsorption dynamics, organic matter characterization via advanced spectroscopy, and Mn cycle impacts on terrestrial ecosystems. Publications span over 30 years with contributions to Geoderma, Environmental Science & Technology, and Langmuir. Labs and facilities include Bradfield Hall (Ithaca, NY), where her team employs techniques like ATR-FTIR spectroscopy and molecular networking. Current projects explore antibiotic mobility in agricultural soils and climate-driven changes in dissolved organic matter composition.

Ziyad Abunadaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Development
• Environmental Management
• Climate Change
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Ziyad Abunada serves as Head of the College of Project Management, Built Environment, Asset & Maintenance Management at CQUniversity's School of Engineering and Technology. He holds a PhD in sustainable engineering from the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on sustainable development, circular economy, climate change management, and environmental remediation. Key areas include waste-free futures, life cycle assessment, and net-zero emission frameworks. He has led projects with Cement Australia and Queensland Water Department, attracting international recognition including the ISESCO Best Research Award (2017) and AINAC Best Paper (2012). Active in professional bodies like PMI and ICE-UK, he also serves as a peer reviewer for SCI-indexed journals. Academic roles include Discipline Lead for Project Management and supervision of research higher degree (RHD) students across Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Environmental Science. Current teaching spans project management, complex project frameworks, and BIM systems. Professional experience includes roles with Human Appeal-UK, World Bank, and UNICEF, along with consultancy in environmental management and infrastructure projects. His work bridges academia and industry through funded research and collaborative initiatives.

Y. Anny Chungمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecology
• Global Change
• Fungal Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Y. Anny Chung is the Haines Family Associate Professor of Plant Ecology at the University of Georgia, holding dual appointments in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Plant Biology and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences' Department of Plant Pathology. She earned her AB in Biology and International Studies from Washington University in St. Louis (2011) and a PhD in Biology from the University of New Mexico (2017). Her research focuses on plant-microbe interactions, exploring how these relationships influence species coexistence, abundance, and responses to climate change. Key areas include microbial community assembly, plant-soil feedbacks, and the biogeography of root-associated fungi in grassland ecosystems. Her lab, the Plant and Microbial Ecology Lab, employs field experiments, long-term datasets, and molecular techniques to address fundamental ecological questions. Notable themes include understanding how microbes mediate plant competition, drive species distribution limits, and respond to environmental changes such as drought and altered precipitation patterns. Chung has published extensively on topics like fungal endophyte dynamics, resilience theory in plant communities, and innovative experimental designs for genetic studies. Key Research Areas: Ecology & Global Change, Fungal Biology Labs/Teams: Plant and Microbial Ecology Lab, affiliated with NEON (National Ecological Observatory Network) Grants/Support: Funded through UGA and external grants (specific grants unspecified) Chung mentors graduate students such as Michelle Henson, Kelly McCrum, Melanie Merritt, and Logan Novak, guiding their work on plant-microbe interactions and ecosystem responses to environmental stressors. Her lab emphasizes collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches to advancing ecological science.

• Microbial Ecology
• Soil Microbiology
• Environmental Microbiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Albert Barberan is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona, affiliated with the College of Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Ecology from the University of Barcelona, Spain, and has held prior positions at the University of California, Davis (2016-2017) and the University of Colorado, Boulder (2013-2016). His research focuses on microbial macroecology, microbial community assembly, and the impacts of environmental changes on soil and dust-associated microbiomes. Barberan's work spans arid ecosystems, urbanization effects, invasive species impacts, and dust-mediated microbial dispersal. He has received prestigious awards including the James S. McDonnell Postdoctoral Fellowship (2013) and the Best PhD Dissertation Award from the University of Barcelona (2012). His teaching includes courses on environmental systems, data analysis with R, and directed research in ecology and environmental sciences. Recent publications highlight his exploration of microbial responses to drought, invasive plants, and anthropogenic disturbances. Key themes include microbial life-history strategies in arid soils, dust-mediated microbiome transport, and the interplay between gut microbiota and environmental exposures like arsenic and high-fat diets. Grants & Funding: NSF grants for dust microbiome studies, restoration ecology projects, and microbial community assembly research Labs/Teams: Leads the Microbial Ecology & Biogeography Lab at the University of Arizona, collaborating with institutions like the U.S. Geological Survey and the Arizona Institutes for Resilience Future Work: Expanding studies on microbial contributions to ecosystem resilience in arid regions, and developing predictive models for dust-driven microbial dispersal

Liam Muellerمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Ecosystem Ecology
• Plant Genetics
• Metabolomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Liam Mueller is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at the University of California San Diego . His work bridges statistical methodology, education research, and ecological systems analysis. He holds a B.S. from The Evergreen State College and a Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee (2019). Before joining UCSD in 2021, he held instructional roles at Ohio University and the University of Tennessee. Research focuses include developing Bayesian analysis tools for educational research and ecological data interpretation. He designs statistical frameworks to address complex classroom data limitations and collaborates on metabolomics/metagenomics methods for ecosystem studies. His educational work emphasizes hierarchical Bayesian analysis (HBA) via R package development and workshop resources. Key research themes span plant genetic impacts on ecosystem processes, climate-driven phenological shifts, and eco-evolutionary feedbacks. His publications demonstrate cross-disciplinary approaches to understanding plant-soil interactions, pharmacokinetics, and long-term ecological patterns. Current interests include lowering barriers to advanced statistical techniques in education and ecological research.

Rene Boiteauمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Organic Chemistry
• Bioinorganic Chemistry
• Mass Spectrometry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rene Boiteau is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota, with research centered on environmental and bioinorganic chemistry. His work integrates advanced analytical techniques, particularly mass spectrometry, to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying elemental cycling in natural and industrial environments. Research Interests: His primary research areas include trace metal cycling, environmental organic chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, and the development of novel mass spectrometry methods and data processing pipelines. The Boiteau Lab leverages 'omics' tools to explore how microbes and plants transform organic and inorganic species in oceans, rivers, soils, sediments, and wastewaters, aiming to build predictive models of environmental change and its impacts on food webs, evolution, and human health. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned. Advising and Grants: While specific students and grant funding are not listed, Dr. Boiteau is actively recruiting new members to join his research group. His work appears to be supported through institutional affiliations and likely external funding related to environmental monitoring and analytical method development, particularly in the context of programs like US GEOTRACES. Labs and Teams: Dr. Boiteau leads the Boiteau Lab at the University of Minnesota, located in Amundson Hall. The lab focuses on metals, microbes, and analytical chemistry in the environment, contributing to broader scientific efforts in biogeochemistry and environmental sustainability.

• Rhizosphere Biology
• Root Exudation
• Plant-Soil-Microbiome Interactions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michael Santangeli is a researcher at the Institute of Soil Research, Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He holds an MSc and is actively engaged in research on root exudation, plant-soil-microbiome interactions, and rhizosphere processes, particularly in maize and rapeseed. His work bridges plant physiology, soil biogeochemistry, and sustainable agriculture, with a strong emphasis on field-based studies and methodological innovation. His research focuses on understanding how root exudation changes during plant development and under environmental stress, how root traits like root hairs influence nutrient acquisition, and how rhizodeposits are utilized by soil microbes. He has contributed to refining root exudate sampling techniques and has investigated phosphorus mobilization in the rhizosphere using advanced imaging methods. His studies often involve collaborations across disciplines and institutions, particularly within EU-funded research projects. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in plant-soil interactions, with a strong methodological and ecological orientation. His work spans from fundamental plant physiology to applied agricultural science, with recurring themes in carbon cycling, nutrient dynamics, and stress resilience. Key methodologies include non-targeted metabolomics, spectrophotometric analysis, and in situ visualization techniques. Michael Santangeli has supervised at least two Master’s theses on root exudation and maize root geometry. He is involved in multiple research projects funded by the European Union, focusing on root exudation and rhizosphere processes. His work contributes to the broader goals of sustainable agriculture and soil health. He collaborates closely with Dr. Eva Oburger and other researchers at BOKU, particularly within the Institute of Analytical Chemistry and the Institute of Soil Research. His research is supported by EU institutions under public law, indicating active project funding and institutional engagement.

• Environmental Microbiology
• Microplastic Pollution
• Marine Biogeochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexander Tagg is a postdoctoral researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research (IOW) , focusing on microplastic pollution and its impacts on marine microbial communities . As principal investigator for the DFG-funded project PaintSed , he investigates how paint particles alter sediment microbiota and employs machine learning to model pollution levels from microbial data. Ph.D. in Nanotechnology (Swansea University, 2017) B.Sc. Hons in Zoology (Royal Holloway, 2013) His research spans microplastic-biofilm interactions , electrostatic separation techniques , and environmental impact assessments . Key methodologies include reflectance micro-FTIR imaging and microplastic spiking experiments . Recent publications address: Mechanisms of microplastic contamination in marine sediments Role of paint particles in microbial community shifts Advancements in microplastic extraction from complex matrices He contributes to BMBF-funded MicroCatch_Balt and collaborates on marine pollution dynamics in the Baltic Sea region.