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Stefano Brandaniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Carbon Capture
• Adsorption
• Membrane Gas Separations
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Stefano Brandani is the Chair of Chemical Engineering at the School of Engineering , University of Edinburgh , specializing in carbon capture, adsorption, and membrane gas separations. He holds leadership roles as Director of the Chemical Engineering Discipline and research area champion for adsorption and membranes in the UK Carbon Capture and Storage Research Centre. Education : PhD in Chemical Engineering (University of Naples, 1994), Laurea summa cum laude (University of L'Aquila, 1991) Research Interests : Focus on carbon capture technologies, particularly adsorption and membrane-based separation systems. His work addresses diffusion in nanoporous materials , fluidization , and mass transport challenges, with applications in gas separations and CO2 removal from power plants and marine systems. Article Trends : Recent publications emphasize adsorption modeling , multi-scale characterization of nanoporous materials, and industrial process optimization for carbon capture. Topics include diffusion anomalies, isotherm analysis, and water vapor sorption reference data. Scientific Awards & Honors : Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award (2001) Philip Leverhulme Prize (2001) Cavaliere dell'Ordine della Stella d'Italia Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers Senior Member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers Projects & Collaborations : Leads industry-academia partnerships (Atlas Copco, Air Liquide, HD Korea Shipbuilding) focused on ship-based carbon capture, nanoporous material characterization, and solar-powered direct air capture systems. Active in the Scottish Carbon Capture and Storage centre and British Zeolite Association.

• Actinide Chemistry
• Radiochemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Harald Foerstendorf serves as Group Leader of the "Analytics" group at the Institute of Resource Ecology, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR), a position held since 2022 following over two decades as a staff scientist at the institution. His research critically advances understanding of actinide and radionuclide behavior in environmental systems, with direct applications to nuclear waste disposal safety assessments and contamination remediation strategies. His academic foundation includes a PhD in Chemistry (1997) and Diploma in Chemistry (1992), both from Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, where his doctoral work employed FT-IR spectroscopy to investigate photoreactions in plant receptors. PhD in Chemistry, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, 1997 Diploma in Chemistry, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, 1992 Foerstendorf's research centers on molecular-scale mechanisms of radionuclide interactions at environmental interfaces. He specializes in surface processes of actinides at liquid/solid boundaries, aqueous complexation with organic ligands, and in situ vibrational spectroscopy techniques. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with practical nuclear safety challenges, particularly in characterizing sorption dynamics on mineral surfaces relevant to repository systems. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2013) reveals consistent focus on actinide speciation using multi-technique approaches. Key trends include advanced spectroscopic characterization (ATR FT-IR, EXAFS) of neptunium/uranium sorption on oxides, thermodynamic modeling of ligand interactions, and investigation of redox-sensitive elements like technetium. The research demonstrates increasing integration of computational methods with experimental data to resolve complex speciation scenarios. Research funding includes a German Research Foundation (DFG) grant (FO 619/1-1; 1-2) supporting fundamental studies from 2006-2009. While specific student advisees aren't documented in the source material, his leadership position implies mentorship of doctoral researchers within HZDR's structured doctoral programs. German Research Foundation (DFG) FO 619/1-1; 1-2 (05/2006-04/2009) As head of the Analytics group within the Actinide Thermodynamics department, Foerstendorf directs a specialized team operating advanced spectroscopic facilities including ATR FT-IR and EXAFS capabilities. The group maintains extensive collaborations across European nuclear research institutions and participates in international projects addressing long-term safety of radioactive waste disposal systems.

• Multiphase Systems Engineering
• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
• Sustainable Industrial Processes
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Ronny Pini is a Professor of Multiphase Systems at Imperial College London's Department of Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable industrial processes, particularly carbon capture and storage (CCS), porous media dynamics, and imaging-based process design. He holds a PhD in Mechanical and Process Engineering from ETH Zurich and has held academic positions including Senior Lecturer and Reader at Imperial College since 2015. His educational background includes a Postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University (2010-2013) and prior roles at the Colorado School of Mines. Research interests span multiphase flow mechanics, adsorption science, and environmental engineering applications. Key projects include the InFUSE Prosperity Partnership and Digital Rocks Lab, leveraging X-ray tomography, positron emission tomography, and computational models to study subsurface CO2 storage and sustainable materials. Professor Pini's work integrates chemical engineering with material science and earth sciences, addressing global challenges like industrial decarbonisation. He collaborates on developing advanced imaging techniques to characterise porous media behavior and optimise processes for energy transition. Current focus areas include direct air capture technologies and enhancing oil recovery via CO2 utilisation. His research outputs include over 150 peer-reviewed articles, with recent emphasis on adsorption-based CO2 capture systems, pore-scale transport phenomena, and sustainable process design frameworks. He is actively involved in training early-career researchers through Imperial College's Chemical Engineering programs and international collaborations.

Yina Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Organic Biogeochemistry
• Environmental Metabolomics
• Halocarbon Biogeochemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yina Liu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Oceanography at Texas A&M University, leading the Halo-Carbon Biogeochemistry Lab and serving as R&D Team Lead in the Geochemical and Environmental Research Group (GERG). Her research focuses on organic biogeochemistry, particularly halogenated compounds' roles in environmental processes. She employs advanced mass spectrometry and data science to study contaminant cycling, microbial transformations of oil components, and PFAS distributions. Education includes a Ph.D. in Chemical Oceanography (Texas A&M, 2013), B.S. in Environmental Sciences (UC Irvine, 2006), and postdoctoral work at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (2013-2015) and Pacific Northwest National Lab (2015-2017). Research interests span untargeted environmental analysis, halocarbon biogeochemistry, and eco-metabolomics, with emphasis on linking organic matter dynamics to ecological processes. Her lab investigates topics such as microbial degradation of crude oil components, PFAS environmental fate, and halogenated compound identification using novel computational algorithms. Current projects include developing cheminformatics pipelines for tarball fingerprinting and atmospheric particle characterization. She actively mentors students across undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral levels through Texas A&M's Oceanography program. Research highlights include groundbreaking work on oil spill bioremediation mechanisms and PFAS contamination in urban watersheds. Her methodologies combine field studies, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling to advance understanding of global carbon and contaminant cycles.

Klaus Mosthafمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Contaminant Transport in Porous Media
• Groundwater Contamination
• Numerical Modeling
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Klaus Mosthaf is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental and Resource Engineering at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he conducts research on contaminant transport and numerical modeling in porous and fractured media. His work focuses on protecting groundwater resources through advanced modeling of contamination from substances like PFAS, chlorinated solvents, and pesticides. He is actively involved in teaching and academic leadership, coordinating the Nordic Masters program Enviro5Tech and the Sino-Danish Center module on Pollutants and Pollution Control. Research Interests: Transport processes in porous media Groundwater contamination and remediation Numerical modeling of reactive transport Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) Fractured and variably saturated geologies Coupled porous-medium and free-flow systems His recent publications reveal a strong focus on PFAS fate, bioremediation in ATES systems, and tracer-based characterization of glacial tills. He employs tools like COMSOL Multiphysics, Python, and FEFlow to develop predictive models grounded in laboratory and field data. Scientific Contributions: Active contributor to over 60 publications in hydrogeology and environmental engineering Key developer of models for coupled processes in subsurface systems Organizer and speaker at international conferences on multiphase flow and contaminant transport Advising and Grants: Klaus Mosthaf supervises multiple PhD students and has coordinated significant research projects, including those on PFAS transport and bioremediation. He is the main supervisor of two active PhD projects and has previously co-supervised two others. His leadership extends to board membership in the Danish Academy of Technical Sciences on Soil and Groundwater (ATV Jord og Grundvand), where he fosters collaboration among academia, consultants, and public authorities. Laboratories and Research Groups: His work is conducted within DTU Sustain, a leading research environment in environmental engineering, where he collaborates with experts in hydrogeology, bioremediation, and sustainable technologies. He is deeply integrated into a network of national and international collaborators focused on groundwater protection and sustainable subsurface utilization.

• Hydrogeology
• Groundwater Contamination
• Emerging Contaminants
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Josep Mas-Pla is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Girona (UdG) and a Research Professor at the Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA). He holds a PhD in Geology from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (1988) and a PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources from the University of Arizona (1993). His academic career includes positions at UAB (1993–2006) before joining UdG in 2006. He is affiliated with the Research Group in Environmental Geology and Cartography and has led the consolidated GAiA research group since 2009. His research focuses on hydrogeological dynamics, groundwater contamination (particularly nitrates and emerging pharmaceutical contaminants), natural attenuation, vulnerability assessment, and surface water–groundwater interactions. He employs field data, hydrochemical and isotopic tracers, and numerical modeling to study regional flow systems and assess water resource sustainability under human and climate pressures. His work has significant implications for water management and policy, especially regarding the EU Nitrates Directive. His recent publications highlight trends in emerging contaminants, antibiotic resistance in groundwater, climate change impacts on hydrological systems, and integrated modeling approaches. He has contributed extensively to understanding nitrate pollution sources and attenuation mechanisms using multi-isotopic methods, and his 2024 paper explores hydrological trends in Mediterranean basins under changing land use and water demand. Fulbright Scholar (1990–1992) Associate Editor, Hydrogeology Journal (Springer, since 2019) Vice President, Tracers in Hydrogeology Commission, IAHS-IUGG (2012–2019) Board Member, International Association of Hydrogeologists – Spanish Chapter (2022–2026) Coordinator, Consolidated Research Group 'Applied and Environmental Geology (GAiA)' (since 2009) He has directed six PhD theses and numerous master’s theses, and has secured significant funding as Principal Investigator for 13 Spanish competitive projects, 2 EU Alfa programs, 1 EU Marie Curie project, and 2 EU Framework projects (including GLOBAQUA and PERSIST). He currently leads the EU Water4All project TREASURE (2024–2027) on drought adaptation. He collaborates with institutions in Italy, the UK, Argentina, Tunisia, and New Zealand, and has served as visiting researcher at UC Davis and Lincoln University. He leads research in groundwater-surface water interactions, contaminant fate, and sustainable water management, with active projects on antibiotic pollution (GW-GEN, ADVANCE4WATER) and induced in-situ remediation (REMÉDIATE). His lab integrates hydrogeochemical analysis, field monitoring, and numerical modeling to address complex water challenges.

Kerry J. Howeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Treatment
• Membrane Processes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kerry J. Howe serves as Professor and Director of the Center for Water and the Environment within the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of New Mexico's School of Engineering. A registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Board Certified Environmental Engineer (BCEE), he brings over 12 years of industry consulting experience to his academic leadership, focusing on advancing water treatment technologies and environmental engineering solutions. Dr. Howe's educational foundation includes: BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (1984) MS in Environmental Health Engineering, University of Texas at Austin (1986) PhD in Environmental Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2001) His research expertise spans environmental engineering with emphasis on physical/chemical water treatment processes, membrane technologies (microfiltration to reverse osmosis), desalination, and water chemistry. Current investigations address membrane fouling in wastewater reuse, mineral recovery from desalination concentrate, fluoride removal, and pharmaceutical contaminant elimination through innovative process design. Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate a strategic focus on the Mineral Recovery Enhanced Desalination (MRED) process, trace organic contaminant removal in potable reuse systems, and microplastic-heavy metal interactions. These works collectively advance sustainable water management through improved treatment efficiency, resource recovery, and emerging contaminant mitigation. Dr. Howe's accolades include: Harrison Faculty Recognition Award, UNM (2015) Stamm Outstanding Faculty Award, UNM (2014) Golden Spigot Award, AWWA (2007) Junior Faculty Teaching Excellence Award, UNM School of Engineering (2006) As Center Director, he oversees $2.6M+ in annual research expenditures, directing projects that bridge academic research with practical engineering applications. His textbooks MWH's Water Treatment: Principles and Design and Principles of Water Treatment serve as foundational resources in the field. Under his leadership, the Center for Water and the Environment functions as a critical hub for interdisciplinary water research, collaborating with industry and government agencies to address global water challenges through technology development and sustainable engineering practices.

• Groundwater Modeling
• Contaminant Transport
• Environmental Remediation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Claus Haslauer serves as Scientific Director at the Institute for Modelling Water and Environmental Systems and the Groundwater and Contaminated Site Remediation Test Facility (VEGAS) at the University of Stuttgart. He holds the academic rank of Professor within the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, specifically in the Department of Hydraulic Engineering and Water Resources Management. Haslauer has been affiliated with the institute since January 2019 and maintains an active research and teaching profile. His research interests focus on groundwater modeling, contaminant transport processes, environmental remediation technologies, hydrogeology, and soil engineering. Haslauer's work particularly emphasizes PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) research, investigating immobilization techniques, leaching behavior, and remediation strategies for these persistent contaminants. His methodological approaches include experimental testing at various scales (batch, column, lysimeter), numerical modeling, and field applications of remediation technologies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward addressing complex environmental contamination challenges, particularly PFAS contamination in soil and groundwater systems. His research employs multi-scale experimental approaches combined with advanced modeling techniques to understand contaminant behavior and develop effective remediation strategies. The work spans fundamental hydrogeological processes to practical field applications, with significant emphasis on translating laboratory findings to real-world remediation scenarios. Haslauer teaches courses including Soil Engineering, Soil Experiments, Environmental Analytical Techniques, Statistics for Engineers, Environmental Measuring and Monitoring Technologies, Groundwater and Soil Remediation, and Hydrogeology Field Practice. His teaching integrates theoretical concepts with practical laboratory and field experiences, reflecting his research focus on experimental approaches to understanding subsurface processes.

Lauren N. Pincusمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Chemistry
• Geochemistry
• Materials Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lauren N. Pincus is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, Columbian College of Arts & Sciences, George Washington University. Her research focuses on understanding and controlling the fate of inorganic pollutants in the environment using advanced synchrotron spectroscopy. Key areas include developing sustainable materials for contaminant removal, carbon sequestration, and climate change mitigation strategies involving microplastics and geochemical processes. Her work spans environmental chemistry, geochemistry, and materials science, with a particular emphasis on pollutants such as heavy metals (e.g., Pb), microplastics, and CO2. She leads the Pincus Lab, which explores novel technologies for environmental remediation and energy decarbonization. Recent publications highlight her contributions to understanding microplastic environmental fate, hydrogen storage, and selective adsorption of contaminants like arsenic. Her research bridges fundamental science and practical applications, aiming to address global challenges in pollution control and sustainability. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, though her grants include the EAR-PF: Microplastics grant (2021). She advises students in her lab and collaborates on projects related to sustainable water treatment and geochemical systems.

Mirko Moriniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Energy Systems
• Fluid Machinery
• Sustainable Energy
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Mirko Morini is an Associate Professor at the Department of Systems Engineering and Industrial Technologies (DISTI), University of Parma. He specializes in energy systems, fluid machinery, and smart grid technologies. His research focuses on Power-to-Gas systems, district heating networks, and predictive control algorithms. Current academic year (2024/2025) teachings: Fluid Machinery for Food Industry (Master's), Machines and Energy Systems (Bachelor's) Past courses (2014-2024): Energy Systems, Mechanical Engineering, and Management Engineering programs Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize - Power-to-Gas plant optimization (2024: 3 papers) - Smart district heating controllers (2024: 2 papers) - Methanation modeling (2024: 2 papers) - Demand side management (2023-2024: 4 papers) Contact: mirko.morini@unipr.it | Office: Room 24, Building 7, University of Parma

• Quality Control
• Environmental Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Aleksandra Perić-Grujić is a Full Professor at the Department of Analytical Chemistry and Quality Control within the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy at the University of Belgrade . She has been active in academia since 2013, with a focus on quality control systems and environmental chemistry. Her work spans pharmaceutical industry standards, instrumental analytical methods, and laboratory accreditation. Email: alexp@tmf.bg.ac.rs Office: TMF building, room 252b Research Interests include: Environmental Chemistry: Monitoring heavy metals in water, soil, and sediments Analytical Chemistry: Development of instrumental methods and chemometric models Quality Control: Pharmaceutical industry standards, accreditation of laboratories Adsorption Materials: Chitosan-based hydrogels for pollutant removal Chemometrics: Data analysis techniques for metal alloys and environmental studies Food Industry Applications: Quality management in food production and distribution Recent Publications address topics like metal alloy similarity modeling, heavy metal adsorption by hydrogels, and chemometrics in environmental analysis. Her work demonstrates interdisciplinary applications of analytical chemistry in pollution control and industrial quality assurance. Mentoring involves guiding students in doctoral and master's theses on themes such as: Heavy metal removal using waste materials Quality management in pharmaceutical and polymer industries Chemical analysis of consumer products and environmental samples Standardization of laboratory practices and industrial processes

Maria Grazia De Angelisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Science
• Gas Separation Membranes
• Medical Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Maria Grazia De Angelis holds a Personal Chair in Thermodynamics of Materials and Processes at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering. Her research focuses on advanced materials for gas separation membranes, medical engineering innovations like wearable artificial kidneys, and environmental applications such as CO2 capture. Key projects include the development of semicrystalline polymers for hydrogen storage and nanoporous materials for dialysate regeneration. She leads interdisciplinary research teams addressing challenges in sustainable materials and biomedical technologies. Her work combines computational modeling, molecular simulations, and machine learning to design next-generation materials. Notable contributions include breakthroughs in superhydrophobic materials and CO2 capture membranes. Funded projects span EPSRC, Kidney Research UK, and industry partners like Danisco. Collaborations involve global institutions, advancing both fundamental and applied research in materials science.

Buz Barstowمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Synthetic Biology
• Sustainable Energy
• Bioengineering
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Buz Barstow is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological and Environmental Engineering at Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. His work focuses on developing sustainable solutions for energy and environmental challenges through synthetic biology approaches. Professor Barstow leads research in microbial engineering for resource recovery, with specific emphasis on rare earth element bioleaching using engineered organisms like Gluconobacter oxydans . His team investigates bio-accelerated weathering processes, microbial transformation techniques, and sustainable methods for critical metal recovery from waste streams. Recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on: Enhancing bioleaching efficiency through genomic engineering Developing circular economy approaches for industrial wastewater Advancing fundamental understanding of microbe-mineral interactions Creating low-carbon biotechnology platforms Laboratory facilities include specialized equipment for microbial cultivation, molecular biology, and materials characterization that support interdisciplinary investigations at the biology-engineering interface.

Chris Tigheمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Process Safety
• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chris Tighe is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Imperial College London, where he leads the Process Safety & Intensification (PSI) research group. His work focuses on high-pressure chemical processes, catalyst deactivation mechanisms, and industrial safety engineering. He teaches Safety & Loss Prevention , integrating his research insights into pedagogy. Dr. Tighe's research spans 25 years across academia and industry, emphasizing scalable nanomaterial synthesis via continuous hydrothermal methods, energy storage systems (e.g., Li-ion batteries), and reaction safety analytics. His group develops process intensification technologies to enhance safety and efficiency in chemical manufacturing. Recent work includes studies on CO₂ permeability in polymers at extreme pressures, catalyst deactivation pathways in asymmetric reactions, and blue hydrogen production via novel reactor designs. His team collaborates with industry on pilot-scale implementations of nanostructured materials for catalysis and photocatalysis. He actively mentors doctoral researchers through UKRI DTP programs and oversees Imperial’s PhD admissions for energy and process engineering specializations. His lab facilities include advanced high-pressure reactors and in situ characterization tools for nanomaterial analysis.

Richelle Allen-Kingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contaminant Transport in Groundwater
• Hydrogeochemistry
• Organic Contaminants
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Richelle Allen-King serves as Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Earth Sciences within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University at Buffalo. Her academic career centers on hydrogeochemistry and environmental geochemistry, with specialized expertise in contaminant transport processes in groundwater systems. Her educational background includes: PhD in Earth Sciences (Hydrogeology) from the University of Waterloo (1991) Dr. Allen-King's research focuses on understanding the fate and transport of contaminants in groundwater , particularly organic pollutants like chlorinated solvents and nutrients. She integrates field measurements, laboratory experiments, and numerical modeling to investigate critical processes including sorption, diffusion, and biotic/abiotic degradation in heterogeneous aquifers. Her work addresses fundamental limitations in predicting natural attenuation and designing effective remediation strategies for contaminated sites, with significant contributions to understanding nonlinear sorption in low-organic-carbon sediments and aquifer heterogeneity effects. Analysis of her publication record reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Advanced characterization of chlorinated solvent behavior in sedimentary rock aquifers , particularly diffusion and degradation processes in low-permeability media; (2) Investigation of nutrient transport dynamics in watersheds with applications to Lake Erie eutrophication; and (3) Development of educational frameworks for early-career geoscientists. Her recent work increasingly incorporates high-fidelity modeling of heterogeneous systems and field validation at research sites like the Borden Aquifer. Her research is supported by major external funding including: SERDP Project ER-2533: Developing field methods for quantifying chlorinated solvent diffusion and degradation in low-permeability media NSF IGERT ERIE grant: Fostering interdisciplinary training in ecosystem restoration Dr. Allen-King has mentored 14 graduate students to completion, with alumni now working as hydrogeologists at firms including Geosyntec Consultants, Leggette Brashears & Graham, and Intera Inc. She teaches advanced courses in environmental geochemistry and supervises thesis research focused on contaminant hydrology. Her laboratory investigations frequently involve collaborative field work at the Borden Aquifer research site in Ontario, Canada, where she examines lithofacies controls on contaminant transport properties.