جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Clayton Blodgettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Spatial Analysis
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Clayton Blodgett is a **Teaching Professor** in the Department of Geography at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Kansas, an M.Sc. from the University of Calgary, and a B.S. from Utah State University. His research focuses on integrating remote sensing, GIS, and spatial analysis to address challenges in natural resource management, conservation ecology, and landscape ecology. He teaches courses in GIS, remote sensing, cartography, and spatial analysis. **Education:** Ph.D., Geography, University of Kansas M.Sc., Geography, University of Calgary B.S., Geography, Utah State University **Research Interests:** Dr. Blodgett’s work emphasizes practical applications of geospatial technologies to environmental problems. Key areas include wetland mapping, habitat characterization for species like elk and ruffed grouse, and the use of LiDAR and Sentinel-2 satellite imagery for land-use analysis. His interdisciplinary approach bridges archaeology, ecology, and environmental policy. **Publications:** His recent work includes studies on coastal erosion impacts on Native American communities, ceramic analysis in the Casas Grandes region, and ecological mapping for Texas and Missouri. Publications highlight trends in remote sensing innovation and GIS-driven conservation strategies. **Grants/Advising:** No formal grants or student advisees are listed. His contributions focus on applied research and teaching. **Labs/Teams:** Not explicitly mentioned, though collaborations with agencies like the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department and the Missouri Department of Conservation suggest involvement in applied projects.

Lucas Griffinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Marine Science
• Marine Animal Behavior
• Spatial Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lucas Griffin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of South Florida, within the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds offices in SCA 309 and a laboratory in SCA 312. His research focuses on marine animal behavior and spatial ecology to advance marine sustainability, collaborating with stakeholders to inform conservation strategies. Education: Ph.D., Marine Science & Technology, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2019) M.Sc., Marine Science & Technology, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2016) B.S., Marine Biology, College of Charleston (2013) Research Interests: Dr. Griffin’s work examines spatial patterns of marine animals and behavioral/physiological responses to environmental stressors, including human impacts. His lab, the Marine Sustainability Lab, prioritizes actionable science for conservation, emphasizing mismatches between marine species’ movement and management frameworks. Teaching: Courses include Fisheries Ecology & Sustainability, Graduate Writing & Publishing Your Research, and Conservation Biology.

Matthew Bettsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Landscape Ecology
• Wildlife Ecology
• Forest Ecology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Matthew Betts is a Professor at the College of Forestry, Oregon State University , holding the Ruth Spaniol Chair. His research bridges Forest Ecology , Wildlife Ecology , and Landscape-scale Conservation . Education : B.A. (Queen’s University), B.Sc. (University of New Brunswick), M.S. (University of Waterloo), Ph.D. (University of New Brunswick), Post-Doctoral Fellow (Dartmouth College) His work focuses on ecological thresholds , animal movement , trophic cascades , and socio-political mechanisms in sustainable forestry . Recent studies quantify forest degradation impacts on biodiversity and develop reconciliation strategies for habitat fragmentation. Key publication themes include Landscape Ecology , Conservation Biology , and Ecological Modeling , with applications in temperate and tropical forest ecosystems . Collaborative projects span forest plantations, avian conservation, and pollination dynamics. Scientific Awards Ruth Spaniol Chair Advising & Grants Advisor to graduate students Nina Ferrari, Rossana Macedo, Brais Marchena, Hannah Sachs, Matthew Weldy, Ethan Woodis . Teaching courses on Landscape Ecology , Forest Biodiversity , and International Conservation in Malaysian Borneo. Labs & Teams Lead Scientist for the HJ Andrews Long-term Ecological Research Program , Co-PI in the Oregon Marbled Murrelet Project , and directs the Forest Landscape Ecology Lab (FLEL). Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on global habitat fragmentation and ecosystem resilience.

Aggeliki Doxaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Change Impact Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aggeliki Doxa currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biology, University of Crete. Her research focuses on climate change impacts on terrestrial and marine species dynamics, particularly in the Mediterranean region. University of Crete - Department of Biology Scientific Expertise: Specializes in integrating climate modeling with biodiversity conservation strategies through advanced spatial analysis. Recent work emphasizes: 3D/4D marine conservation networks Climatic refugia identification Thermal vulnerability assessments Protected area optimization Sea turtle migration patterns Climate connectivity mapping Publication Trends: Recent articles demonstrate strong emphasis on combining multi-dimensional spatial analysis (3D/4D) with climate projections to protect marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Collaborates extensively with Prof. Antonios Mazaris and other Mediterranean conservation scientists.

Ben DeVriesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Satellite Earth observation
• Remote sensing
• Ecosystem dynamics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ben DeVries is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography, Environment & Geomatics at the University of Guelph's College of Social and Applied Human Sciences. His research focuses on satellite Earth observation, remote sensing of ecosystem dynamics, and land use/land cover change. He teaches courses such as Analysis in Geography, The Earth from Space, GIS and Spatial Analysis, and Applied Geomatics. His research interests span geospatial technologies, environmental monitoring, and ecosystem dynamics, with a strong emphasis on practical applications in conservation and land management. Dr. DeVries supervises multiple graduate students working on projects ranging from wetland classification using remote sensing to Arctic lake dynamics. His recent publications reflect a focus on global forest carbon patterns, erosion modeling, and advanced satellite data applications. Research trends show integration of machine learning, large-scale geospatial analysis, and climate impact assessments across diverse ecosystems. His work employs cutting-edge methodologies including cloud computing, time-series analysis of satellite imagery, and hybrid modeling approaches to address pressing environmental challenges.

Dennis DeVriesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fisheries Ecology
• Aquatic Ecosystem Management
• Fish Migration Patterns
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dennis DeVries serves as Alumni Professor and Assistant Director for Research Programs at Auburn University's College of Agriculture, specializing in fisheries ecology and aquatic sciences. His research examines fish migration, habitat fragmentation, and conservation strategies in southeastern US river systems. DeVries' recent publications focus on thermal adaptation in fish, migration barriers, and hydroelectric infrastructure impacts. His 2023-2025 studies reveal critical insights into paddlefish physiology and dam passage efficiency, while earlier work established frameworks for metapopulation management in fragmented aquatic ecosystems.

Erin Baerwaldمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Conservation Biology
• Ecology
• Animal Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erin Baerwald is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), Faculty of Environment. She specializes in bat ecology, conservation biology, and the impacts of wind energy on wildlife. Her research focuses on migratory bat behavior, population viability, and mitigation strategies for wind energy development. She holds a PhD in Ecology from the University of Calgary (2015) and has held academic and postdoctoral positions including an NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2018–2020) and a WAWI Postdoctoral Fellowship (2015–2017). Education: PhD, Ecology (University of Calgary, 2015); MSc, Conservation Biology (2008); BSc, Conservation Biology (2005) Key Research: Bat migration patterns, wind turbine fatalities, and conservation policy Notable Awards: William T. Hornaday Award (2014) Policy Engagement: Contributed to bat conservation protocols for wind energy in Alberta and global CMS initiatives Her research interests span bat behavior, migratory ecology, and applied conservation solutions. Her work integrates field studies, stable isotope analysis, and population modeling to address threats to migratory bats. Recent studies explore homing mechanisms, fur cortisol levels as stress indicators, and turbine design impacts. Her articles highlight global wind energy impacts, migration ecology, and mitigation strategies. Awards and grants total over $411,000, including NSERC and industry funding. In advising, she co-supervises PhD and MSc students focusing on bat migration and wind energy interactions. She teaches courses in conservation biology and has given over 30 invited lectures globally on bats and renewable energy. She is actively involved in professional organizations like the American Society of Mammalogists and the IUCN Bat Specialist Group, contributing to conservation policy and peer review.

Amy Hurfordمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Ecology
• Mathematical Modelling
• Evolutionary Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amy Hurford is a Professor jointly appointed in the Departments of Biology and Mathematics and Statistics at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador. She holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics & Statistics from Queen's University (2011), an MSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Alberta (2005), and completed postdoctoral training at The Fields Institute and University of Oxford. Her research integrates mathematical modeling with ecological and epidemiological systems, focusing on: Theoretical ecology and evolutionary epidemiology Climate change impacts on species distributions and disease spread Public health modeling for infectious diseases Pandemic preparedness for small jurisdictions Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on COVID-19 modeling, climate-disease interactions, pollinator ecology, and methodological innovations in epidemiological modeling. Her work informs public health policy and has been featured in WHO reports and major media outlets. She received the President’s Award for Distinguished Teaching (2023) and serves as senior editor at the Bulletin of Mathematical Biology. She leads the Canadian small jurisdictions working group developing modeling frameworks for public health. Current PhD/MSc students: Giuseppe Pasqualino, Francis Anokye, Joseph Baafi, Laura Bruce, Joshua Mack, Miranda Wallace. Graduated advisees include 14 researchers now working in academia and industry. Research affiliations: Senior editor at Bulletin of Mathematical Biology; Organizer of AARMS-EIDM Summer School in Modelling Infectious Diseases.

• Primatology
• Animal Behavior
• Conservation Biology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Adrian Barnett is a Senior Lecturer in Biology at Middlesex University's Natural Sciences department. His research focuses on primate behavioral ecology and conservation in Amazonian ecosystems, particularly examining how species adapt to urbanization and habitat fragmentation. Key research themes include: primate communication adaptations to noise pollution; interspecies competition in fragmented habitats; and novel foraging strategies in disturbed environments. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on urban ecology impacts, with multiple studies on pied tamarins in Manaus (Brazil's largest Amazonian city). Other research explores dietary adaptations, including insectivory in predominantly frugivorous species and temporal resource partitioning. Conservation applications include identifying priority areas through geospatial modeling and assessing threats to poorly known taxa like titi monkeys. Fieldwork spans multiple Amazonian locations including Brazil and Peru, employing methodologies ranging from behavioral observation and camera trapping to acoustic analysis and niche modeling. Collaborative research involves international teams from Brazilian institutions including INPA and Universidade Federal do Amazonas.

Cristy Portales-Reyesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant Ecology
• Global Change Biology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cristy Portales-Reyes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Saint Louis University (SLU), within the College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and leads the Portales Biodiversity Lab. Her research focuses on understanding plant community and ecosystem responses to global change, particularly biodiversity loss in grasslands and restoration strategies. She employs long-term field experiments, observational datasets, and greenhouse studies, collaborating internationally on distributed experiments and synthesis projects. Current leadership includes a synthesis group examining irreversible ecosystem transitions under anthropogenic pressures. She teaches General Ecology and advises students in ecological research. Research interests emphasize mechanisms reinforcing biodiversity decline, restoration solutions, and global change impacts. Key themes include grassland dynamics, climate variability, and ecosystem resilience. Her lab integrates experimental and synthetic approaches, with a focus on scalable solutions for biodiversity conservation. The lab’s work is detailed at portalesbiodiversitylab.com . Publications highlight global biodiversity synthesis, drought impacts, spatial-temporal ecosystem dynamics, and trophic interactions. Collaborations span institutions worldwide, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary science. No awards are explicitly listed, but her contributions to global change ecology are evidenced through high-impact publications and leadership roles. Lab facilities include field sites for long-term experiments and greenhouse setups. Future work prioritizes synthesizing global ecological data to inform conservation under climate change. Students and researchers are encouraged to join her group for hands-on, collaborative research experiences.

Marlene Brito-Millánمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Science
• Ecology
• Complexity Science
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Marlene Brito-Millán, PhD is an Assistant Professor at Loyola University Chicago's School of Environmental Sustainability. Her work bridges ecology, complexity science, and Indigenous knowledge systems to study socio-environmental systems. She holds a PhD in Oceanography from Scripps Institution of Oceanography (UC San Diego), an M.S. in Marine Ecology from SIO, and a B.S. in Biology from Northeastern Illinois University. Her research focuses on spatio-temporal dynamics of land and waterscapes through interdisciplinary methods including computer modeling and participatory action research. Current projects include solidarity science collaborations with Indigenous communities in Guerrero, Mexico to support grassroots autonomy. She teaches courses emphasizing critical ecology, environmental justice, and decolonial frameworks. Professional affiliations include the Ecological Society of America, American Association of Geographers, and SACNAS. Awards include Sistema Nacional de Investigadores membership (2021) and UCSD’s Diversity Award (2017). Her work prioritizes community partnerships and justice-centered science.

Bernd GRUBERمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Conservation Biology
• Population Genetics
• Ecological Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bernd Gruber is an Associate Professor in Spatial and Ecological Modelling at the University of Canberra's Institute for Applied Ecology. His research focuses on conservation genetics, spatial population dynamics, and the development of ecological monitoring tools. He has held roles including Senior Research Fellow in the Murray-Darling-Basin Futures Project and has extensive postdoctoral experience in Germany and Australia. Gruber's work integrates GIS, agent-based modeling, and Bayesian statistics to address biodiversity challenges. His projects span invasive species management, climate change impacts on wildlife, and freshwater ecosystem conservation. Education: Double degree in Biology and Chemistry teaching from Friedrich-Alexander University (Germany), PhD in Population Genetics (2002-2006). Research expertise includes endangered species monitoring, landscape ecology, and genomic tools for conservation. Research Interests: Conservation genetics, spatial population dynamics, landscape genetics, species distribution modeling, and development of monitoring technologies for biodiversity. His work emphasizes practical applications for conservation management, such as optimizing endangered species recovery strategies. Recent research trends show a focus on climate-driven ecological changes, genetic responses to environmental pressures, and the use of computational tools like R packages (slimr, dartR) for ecological analysis. He leads major projects addressing freshwater fish conservation, reptile population genomics, and adaptive management strategies for threatened species. Gruber collaborates on grants involving translocation strategies, biosecurity, and genomic approaches to conservation. He is involved in the Canberra Grassland Earless Dragon breeding program and the Murray-Darling Basin Futures initiative. His lab develops innovative tools for population modeling and ecological data analysis.

• Environmental Management
• Natural Resource Management
• Urban Green Space
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Hughes is an Associate Professor in the School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences at Murdoch University, affiliated with the Harry Butler Institute and Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and Sustainability. His work bridges environmental management and human dimensions of conservation. Education: BSc (Biology) and MSc (Biology) from Curtin University, Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Management from Curtin, and PhD in Environmental Management from University of Notre Dame Australia. Research focuses on reconciling policy with on-the-ground management of natural resources, visitor experiences in protected areas, and urban green space planning. Key themes include balancing recreational use with ecological preservation, stakeholder engagement in environmental decisions, and socio-ecological systems analysis. Recent work explores urban nature governance, fishery management conflicts, and pandemic impacts on urban infrastructure use. His studies often employ mixed methods combining ecological data with social science approaches. Labs/Teams: Active in Murdoch's Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Group and Sustainable Aquatic Ecosystems team. Collaborates internationally on marine protected area management and cross-cultural conservation strategies.

Jon Moenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Land Use
• Reindeer Husbandry
• Environmental Conflicts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jon Moen is a Professor at the Department of Ecology and Environmental Science at Umeå University, Sweden. His research focuses on sustainable land use, particularly in northern Sweden, with emphasis on reindeer husbandry, forestry conflicts, wind power, mining, and protected areas. He leads the research leadership program ReaL at Umeå University and collaborates with the Umeå Transformation Research Initiative (UTRI) to address societal sustainability challenges. His work integrates indigenous knowledge systems with ecological science to understand long-term environmental changes and adaptive strategies. Dr. Moen holds an affiliated position at the Human Resources Office, indicating broader institutional engagement. His research explores socio-ecological systems, tipping points in pastoralism, and cumulative pressures on grazing lands. He has developed courses on education for sustainable development and contributed to policy evaluations, such as Norway's ecological condition assessment system. His interdisciplinary approach addresses land-use conflicts, climate adaptation, and biodiversity conservation in multi-use landscapes. Key research themes include Arctic vegetation dynamics, forest ecosystem services, and resilience theory applications. Moen's work bridges academia and practice, emphasizing transformative sustainability solutions through collaborative research and adaptive governance frameworks.

Micael Jonssonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ecosystem Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Micael Jonsson is an Associate Professor at the Department of Ecology and Environmental Science, Umeå University, Sweden. His research focuses on understanding how environmental changes and human activities influence species composition in ecological communities, and the subsequent impacts on ecosystem functioning and services. His work spans aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, including boreal forests, streams, and riparian zones. Research interests include biodiversity-ecosystem functioning relationships, pharmaceutical contaminant effects on aquatic organisms, and the role of species interactions in maintaining ecosystem resilience. He employs innovative methods like UAV-based monitoring and deep learning to study ant mound distributions and ecological impacts. Key areas of investigation include decomposition processes, contaminant transfer via insects, and the behavioral effects of pharmaceuticals on fish. His studies often integrate field experiments with controlled laboratory trials to assess ecological and physiological responses. He collaborates on large-scale projects such as the FreshLanDiv database and RIPARIANET initiative to prioritize ecologically critical riparian zones. Publications highlight advancements in understanding PFAS contamination, bubble barrier technology for fish guidance, and the interplay between forest management and ecosystem services. His work contributes to sustainable resource management strategies and conservation practices in boreal and subarctic ecosystems.