جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Randolph H. Wynneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Remote Sensing
• Forestry
• Natural Resource Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Randolph H. Wynne is a Professor in the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation at Virginia Tech, part of the College of Natural Resources and Environment. He holds a B.S. from the University of North Carolina (1986), M.S. (1993), and Ph.D. (1995) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research focuses on remote sensing applications in forestry, natural resource management, ecological modeling, and earth system science. He co-authored the textbook Introduction to Remote Sensing , now in its sixth edition, and leads the Interdisciplinary Graduate Education Program in Remote Sensing at Virginia Tech. Key research themes include forest carbon management, LiDAR-based canopy structure analysis, and integration of satellite data into decision support systems. His work spans NASA-funded projects on forest management and USDA initiatives in digital soil mapping. Recent publications emphasize Landsat time-series analysis, lidar applications in forest ecology, and climate change impacts on forest productivity. Awards: Estes Memorial Teaching Award (ASPRS), Award in Forest Science (Society of American Foresters), NASA New Investigator (2001). Grants: Over $1.7M in funding from NASA, USDA NRCS, and the Forest Nutrition Cooperative. Labs/Teams: Director of Virginia Tech’s Interdisciplinary Remote Sensing Program and affiliated with the Center for Environmental Applications in Remote Sensing (CEARS).

Jim Amonetteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Environmental Geochemistry
• Soil Mineralogy
• Carbon Sequestration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jim Amonette is an Adjunct Professor at Washington State University (WSU), with a joint appointment at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) since 1986. His work focuses on biochar’s role in climate change mitigation, particularly in agricultural systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Soil Chemistry from Iowa State University, alongside M.S. and B.S. degrees in related fields. His research interests include environmental geochemistry, soil mineralogy, and carbon sequestration. He has authored over 125 peer-reviewed publications, 7 patents, and contributed to a seminal book on soil mineralogy. Notable achievements include the 2008 Fitzner-Eberhardt Award and the 2010 Nature Communications paper on sustainable biochar. Amonette collaborates with CSANR (Center for Sustaining Agriculture & Natural Resources) and serves on professional boards like the Clay Minerals Society and Soil Science Society of America. His work bridges laboratory studies, field applications, and policy, emphasizing practical solutions for sustainable agriculture and climate resilience. Education: Ph.D., Soil Chemistry, Iowa State University M.S., Soil Chemistry, Iowa State University B.S., Soil Science, New Mexico State University Key Awards: PNNL Laboratory Director’s Award (2008) R&D100 Award (1998) His recent work emphasizes biochar’s technical potential in CO 2 drawdown and small-scale agricultural viability in the Pacific Northwest. He actively contributes to global biochar research roadmaps and standardization efforts.

Daniel Chaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Bioremediation
• Waste Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Daniel Cha holds a faculty position in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Delaware. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, followed by a Master's from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor's from McGill University. His academic and industrial career spans over three decades with expertise in environmental biological processes, microbial community dynamics, and sustainable waste management solutions. Dr. Cha has worked as a consulting engineer and held roles at the Sacramento Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. His research focuses on microbial-driven systems, including energy/fertilizer recovery from food waste, biocomposite material synthesis from wastewater microorganisms, and genomic analysis of mixed culture microbial communities. Key areas also include zerovalent iron-based water treatment technologies, sulfate reduction for acid mine drainage mitigation, and innovative fecal sludge management systems in urban contexts. Notable projects include field demonstrations of breathable membrane toilets in India and pilot-scale bioretention systems integrating biochar. His work bridges environmental chemistry with engineering solutions, addressing contaminants like perchlorate, energetic compounds, and heavy metals in industrial wastewater. Publications span advanced oxidation processes, microbial ecology, and novel membrane technologies. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive patent portfolio includes systems for treating energetic compound wastewaters and biodegradation enhancement methods. His lab collaborates on projects involving both academic and industrial partners, emphasizing scalable environmental engineering solutions.

• Ecosystem Modeling
• Soil-Plant-Atmosphere Systems
• Resource Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert F Grant is a Full Lecturer at the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Alberta. His research focuses on process-based ecosystem modeling to study soil-plant-atmosphere interactions, particularly in the context of climate change and land management impacts on carbon and water cycles. He is affiliated with major initiatives such as the Canada Carbon Project, North America Carbon Project (NACP), Climate Impacts on Canadian Arctic Tundra (CICAT-IPY), Arctic Development and Adaptation to Permafrost in Transition (ADAPT-NSERC), and NitroEurope. He co-leads the Land Reclamation International Graduate School (LRIGS) program sponsored by NSERC CREATE. Research Focus: Simulation modeling of physical, chemical, and biological processes in ecosystems Key Projects: Canada Carbon Project, NACP, CICAT-IPY, ADAPT-NSERC, NitroEurope Dr. Grant's work aims to predict ecosystem responses to climate and management changes through the development of the ecosys model. His research spans diverse environments including arctic tundra, boreal forests, and agricultural systems. He has contributed to modeling initiatives like NGEE Arctic, SPRUCE, and NGEE Tropics to evaluate climate change impacts on productivity and greenhouse gas exchange. Alberta Emerald Awards Order of Excellence - Finalist (2009) Ed and Peggy Tyrchniewicz Award for Innovation in Teaching (2008) McCalla Professor (2005) Contact: rgrant@ualberta.ca | Phone: (780) 492-6609 | Address: 430B Earth Sciences Building, University of Alberta

Per Erik Sarisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food Microbiology
• Probiotic Research
• Fermentation Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Per Erik Saris is a Professor at the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, University of Helsinki. His research spans microbiology, food biotechnology, and functional food development. Research focuses on microbial applications in food systems including probiotic and postbiotic development, fermentation processes, bioactive compound production, and food safety innovations. Key areas include bacteriocin applications, microbial genomics, and sustainable food processing. Recent publications demonstrate advancements in functional foods, novel fermentation techniques, and microbiome interactions with human health. Research integrates microbiology with food science and biotechnology principles. Ongoing projects include Parkinson's microbiome interactions, cereal-based fermented foods for nutrition enhancement, and spray-drying stabilization techniques for probiotics.

• Hydrology
• Geomorphology
• Tectonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Josh West is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC), affiliated with the USC Environmental Studies Program. His research focuses on the interplay between Earth's landscapes, water resources, and the carbon cycle, particularly in mountainous regions. He explores how tectonics, climate, and erosion shape topography, influence sediment and nutrient fluxes, and impact global biogeochemical cycles. Notable areas of study include Himalayan erosion dynamics, permafrost thaw effects, and the role of landslides in carbon cycle feedbacks. West leads a research group emphasizing equity and inclusion, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. His work integrates field observations, geochemical analyses, and modeling to address questions about Earth's long-term habitability and environmental sustainability. Key contributions include studies on the 2021 Melamchi Flood, mercury mobilization in Arctic regions, and lithium isotope tracers for weathering processes.

Peter Raymondمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biogeochemistry
• Aquatic Systems
• Carbon Cycle
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peter Raymond is a Professor at Yale University in the Department of Forestry and Environmental Studies and the Department of Geology and Geophysics. His research focuses on biogeochemistry in natural systems, particularly carbon and nitrogen cycles in aquatic environments. He investigates watershed dynamics, estuary transformations, and climate impacts on riverine systems. Raymond leads the Raymond Lab, which utilizes isotopic analysis and watershed approaches to study carbon and nitrogen pools. Research interests include: Landscape controls on carbon export from watersheds Biogeochemical processes in estuaries and temperate rivers Mercury enrichment and carbon sequestration dynamics Climate change impacts on Arctic and permafrost regions Recent work highlights global methane budgets, greenhouse gas emissions from inland waters, and the role of rivers in carbon cycling. His team also explores novel carbon removal strategies like enhanced rock weathering. Raymond's studies often integrate field observations with modeling to address pressing environmental challenges. Labs/Teams: Raymond Lab (Yale University)

Kirsty Hassallمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Applied Statistics
• Bayesian Modeling
• Agricultural Statistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kirsty Hassall is an Assistant Professor in Applied Statistics at the Department of Statistics, University of Warwick, having joined the department in 2024. She has previously worked for nearly 10 years as an applied statistician in the agri-environment sector, bringing extensive practical experience to her academic role. Dr. Hassall holds a PhD in "The temporal and spatial analysis of single cell gene expression" from the University of Warwick (2015). She is a Chartered Statistician with the Royal Statistical Society (2019) and has served as a committee member (2017-2021) and currently as Secretary (2021-present) of the British and Irish Region of the International Biometric Society (IBS-BIR). Her research focuses on developing robust hybrid models that combine empirical, mechanistic, and stochastic elements. With expertise spanning Bayesian networks, spatially coherent clustering techniques, and farm typology development, Dr. Hassall applies statistical methods to solve complex problems in agricultural and environmental science. Her work bridges traditional statistical consultancy (mixed models, multivariate statistics, experimental design) with methodological developments for real-world applications. Analysis of Dr. Hassall's recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus at the intersection of statistics, agriculture, and environmental science. Her work demonstrates consistent application of advanced statistical techniques to address pressing challenges in food security, sustainable agriculture, and environmental management. Key trends include the development of Bayesian Belief Networks for soil quality assessment, spatial modeling for crop production estimation, and statistical approaches to address gender dimensions in agricultural research. Chartered Statistician (Royal Statistical Society, 2019) Dr. Hassall is actively involved in research supervision and teaching, currently offering the ST344: Professional Data Science course. She has secured funding for PhD research, including a fully funded EPSRC scholarship project titled "Unravelling the sound underground: Detecting and estimating earthworm abundance using low-frequency vibrations." She also organizes the "Statistical Challenges in the Agri-Environmental Sector" workshop at the University of Warwick. Through her extensive publication record and active participation in professional societies, Dr. Hassall has established herself as a researcher who effectively bridges statistical methodology with practical applications in the agri-environmental sector. Her collaborative approach is evident in her numerous multi-institutional research projects across the UK, Africa, and Europe.

Franco Maximiliano Bilottoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Climate change, mitigation and adaptation
• Sustainable agriculture and environmental analysis
• Nutrient cycling in agroecosystems

Franco Maximiliano Bilotto is a Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of Global Development at Cornell University, focusing on enhancing the sustainability of agri-food systems. His research addresses climate change mitigation and adaptation, especially in livestock systems, with an emphasis on environmental conservation, emissions reduction, and socio-economic feasibility. Education: Doctor in Animal Science, Universidad Nacional del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires (Argentina) Ph.D. in Agriculture, University of Tasmania (Australia) Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine, Universidad Nacional del Centro de la Provincia de Buenos Aires (Argentina) Research Interests: Climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies Sustainable agriculture and nutrient cycling in agroecosystems Soil carbon dynamics and grazing system management His work bridges transdisciplinary collaboration with industry, farmers, and policymakers to address complex agri-food challenges. Recent Research Trends: Franco's recent publications emphasize climate-driven agricultural transformations, livestock emissions reduction, and smallholder resilience in developing regions. He explores innovative solutions like biochar and feed additives while critically evaluating model predictions against real-world outcomes. Contact: Located in Bruckner Hall, Ithaca, NY, Franco can be reached at fmb59@cornell.edu .

• Neuroscience
• Parasitology
• Sensory Neurobiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Elissa A Hallem is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) . Her research lies at the intersection of neurobiology and parasitology , focusing on the sensory neural circuits that drive host-seeking behavior in skin-penetrating nematodes like Strongyloides stercoralis , a human-parasitic worm. She also investigates chemosensation , host-pathogen interactions , and sensory plasticity using both parasitic nematodes and the free-living Caenorhabditis elegans as comparative models. Education BA in Biology and Chemistry from Williams College (1999) PhD in Neuroscience from Yale University (2005) Postdoctoral training in Biology at Caltech (2010) Research Focus Her work addresses fundamental questions about how sensory circuits enable parasitic worms to detect and infect hosts. Key findings reveal the neural basis of heat seeking , chemosensory valence , and experience-dependent plasticity in nematodes. She has developed genetic tools for Strongyloides and studies steroid hormone pathways in Pristionchus pacificus . Scientific Awards 2023: UCLA Life Sciences Excellence in Research Award 2020: UCLA Faculty Mentor Award 2016: HHMI Faculty Scholar Award 2015: Burroughs-Wellcome Fund Investigators in the Pathogenesis of Disease Award 2014: NIH Director's New Innovator Award 2012: MacArthur Fellowship 2011: Rita Allen Foundation Fellowship Lab Overview The Hallem Lab at UCLA emphasizes inclusive research and tool development for parasitic nematode studies, aiming to uncover novel strategies for preventing infections through understanding sensory-driven parasitic mechanisms.

Kristopher McNeillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• Catalysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Kristopher McNeill is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Environmental Systems Science, where he heads the Institute of Biogeochemistry and Pollutant Dynamics. Born in 1970 in Tucson, Arizona, he earned his BA in Chemistry from Reed College (1992) and PhD from UC Berkeley (1997), followed by postdoctoral work at MIT. His academic career includes positions as Assistant and Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota and Visiting Professorship at Stanford. McNeill's research focuses on environmentally relevant chemical reactions, particularly catalytic and photocatalytic transformations in aquatic systems. Key areas include environmental fate of emerging contaminants, photochemistry in surface waters, and metal-mediated dehalogenation reactions. His group emphasizes mechanistic studies using modern spectroscopic techniques like NMR and time-resolved laser spectroscopy to understand degradation pathways of contaminants. His publication trends show consistent focus on photochemical processes in environmental systems, with recent work expanding into polymer degradation, DNA photochemistry, and atmospheric chemistry. The research demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary integration of analytical chemistry, materials science, and environmental modeling. McNeill teaches multiple courses including: Introduction to Environmental Organic Chemistry Organic Chemistry Term Paper seminars Human Health, Nutrition and Environment

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Energy Geotechnics
• Numerical Modeling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr David M G Taborda serves as a Reader (equivalent to Associate Professor) in the Geotechnics section of Imperial College London's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on energy geotechnics, numerical modeling of soil behavior, and offshore wind turbine foundation design, with significant contributions to thermo-active infrastructure systems. Civil Engineering, University of Coimbra, Portugal (2004) PhD in Numerical Modelling of Dynamic Soil Behaviour and Liquefaction, Imperial College London (2010) Dr Taborda's research program spans energy geotechnics , where he pioneered experimental techniques and numerical methods for thermo-active foundations including piles, retaining walls, and tunnels. His work integrates constitutive modeling of soils with applications in offshore wind turbine foundations through the PISA project, developing advanced design methodologies for monopiles in challenging soil conditions. Current investigations address soil liquefaction mechanisms, thermo-hydro-mechanical coupling in granular materials, and machine learning applications for foundation analysis. His research bridges experimental validation with computational innovation to solve complex geotechnical challenges in sustainable energy infrastructure. Analysis of Dr Taborda's 41 publications (2017-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) thermo-active infrastructure optimization with increasing focus on thermal interference and machine learning applications; (2) cyclic behavior of offshore foundations using high-cycle accumulation frameworks; and (3) multi-physics modeling of liquefaction and soil-structure interaction. Recent work demonstrates a strong trend toward data-driven approaches and surrogate modeling for complex geotechnical systems, particularly in energy geostructures and offshore wind applications. Dr Taborda actively supports prospective PhD students through Imperial College's President's Scholarships and College funding schemes, and encourages applications for Imperial College Research Fellowships. His research has been advanced through significant industry-academic collaborations including the PISA project for offshore wind foundations, though specific grant details are not provided in the source material. He maintains strong connections with the Geotechnical Consulting Group where he previously worked, facilitating industry-relevant research translation. Affiliated with Imperial's Energy Futures Lab, Dr Taborda collaborates within the Geotechnics section on experimental and computational research. His team develops specialized equipment for thermo-hydro-mechanical testing and contributes to the department's leadership in energy geostructures research, with applications spanning urban infrastructure, renewable energy systems, and offshore engineering projects.

Lisa Starمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Soil-Structure Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lisa Star is Professor in the Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering Management Department at California State University, Long Beach. She holds BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering from UCLA. Research specializes in soil-structure interaction effects during seismic events, employing large-scale field testing and advanced instrumentation. Key research areas include: Dynamic soil-foundation response characterization Geotechnical sensor implementation for infrastructure projects Tunneling-induced ground movement prediction Applied projects involve Los Angeles Metro tunneling operations, where she evaluates excavation impacts and ground behavior in complex soil conditions.

Dieter Trautzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Organic Farming
• Crop Quality Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Dieter Trautz is a retired professor at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Landscape Architecture at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. His career includes academic roles at Christian-Albrechts University Kiel (1982-1988), TU Berlin (1988-1989), and the Kirgizian Agrarian Academy (1998-2000). He focuses on sustainable agriculture, organic farming systems, and precision farming technologies. Education: Studied Agricultural Sciences at Christian-Albrechts University Kiel (1976-1982), PhD in 1987. Research spans crop quality, organic-mineral fertilizers, intercropping, and climate change impacts. He has collaborated internationally in over 20 countries, including projects in Russia, China, and Uganda. Key research areas include: Sustainable intensification of farming systems Organic cultivation of cereals, soybeans, and potatoes Precision farming technologies for organic agriculture Climate-resilient urban agriculture Technology transfer between conventional and organic practices Projects include the MuP project (reducing fertilization in water protection areas) and HerbfreiErbAB (sensor-based mechanical weed control). Active in international research networks and capacity building in developing regions.

Md Rashad Islamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Civil Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Md Rashad Islam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Colorado State University Pueblo. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of New Mexico and an M.S. from the University of Minho (Portugal) and Technical University of Catalonia (Spain). His expertise spans pavement materials, transportation engineering, and material science, with a focus on asphalt concrete properties, pavement design, and fatigue analysis. Dr. Islam is a registered Professional Engineer (PE) and serves as an ABET Program Evaluator, contributing to academic accreditation standards. He has authored multiple textbooks, including Engineering Dynamics: Fundamentals and Applications (CRC Press, 2022) and Civil Engineering Materials: Introduction and Laboratory Testing (CRC Press, 2020). His research addresses sustainable infrastructure solutions, recycled materials, and pavement performance under dynamic loads. Education: Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of New Mexico (201X) M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Minho & Technical University of Catalonia (201X) Research Interests: Pavement Materials & Fatigue Analysis Sustainable Asphalt Technologies Transportation Infrastructure Design Material Characterization & Performance Modeling Dr. Islam has published over 100 scholarly articles and serves as an editorial reviewer for several journals. His work emphasizes practical applications, such as roadway dynamics and environmental impacts on infrastructure. He collaborates with industry partners on projects involving recycled asphalt and pavement maintenance strategies.