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Dr. Ian Kane is a Reader in Earth and Environmental Sciences at The University of Manchester, leading the 'Plastics in the Natural Environment' theme within the Manchester Environmental Research Group. His expertise spans sediment transport dynamics, deep-marine processes, and microplastic pollution. He holds editorial roles for journals like Sedimentologika and previously served as Editor-in-Chief of Sedimentology (2018–2022). Education: PhD in Geology from the University of Leeds (2007), focusing on submarine channel-levee systems and turbidity currents through fieldwork in Baja California, Mexico, and flume-tank modeling. Research Interests: Transport and burial of microplastics in deep-sea environments via turbidity currents Deep-marine sedimentological processes, including submarine canyons and slope systems Stratigraphic records of sediment gravity flows and anthropogenic impacts Recent articles highlight breakthroughs in understanding microplastic distribution via deep-sea currents and their ecological effects on marine organisms such as sea turtles. His work bridges geology, environmental science, and applied research on pollution mitigation. Scientific Awards: Fearnsides Prize (2008) Roland Goldring Award (2012) Advising and Grants: Supervised over 20 PhD students, with active projects on PFAS transport, microplastic stratigraphy, and deep-marine sedimentology. His research group (SedResQ) explores terrestrial-to-deep-marine sediment transfer. Labs/Teams: Leads SedResQ and collaborates globally on projects like the NEPTUNE Canada observatory, focusing on deep-sea environmental dynamics and anthropogenic impact assessment.

• Environmental Science
• Geology
• Marine Geology
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Ahmed Elbanna is an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), affiliated with the Grainger College of Engineering and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. from Caltech (2011) and has been on UIUC faculty since 2013. His research focuses on mechanics of complex systems, including earthquake dynamics, metamaterials, and biomaterials. He has received prestigious awards such as the NSF CAREER Award (2018) and the Donald Biggar Willett Faculty Fellowship (2020). Education: Ph.D. Civil Engineering, California Institute of Technology (2011) M.S. Applied Mechanics, California Institute of Technology (2006) M.S. Structural Engineering, Cairo University (2005) B.S. Civil Engineering, Cairo University (2003) Research Interests: Elbanna’s work spans theoretical and applied mechanics, with emphasis on fracture, wave propagation, and critical phenomena in geophysical and biological systems. Key areas include: Earthquake mechanics and granular matter dynamics Mechanical metamaterials for wave control Networked biological materials (e.g., bone, hydrogels) Modeling epidemic dynamics during the COVID-19 pandemic Awards & Recognition: National Science Foundation CAREER Award (2018) Donald Biggar Willett Faculty Fellow (2020) Journal of Applied Mechanics Award (2019) UIUC Teaching Excellence Awards (2018–2024) Service & Leadership: Member of the UIUC Faculty Senate (2020–present) Co-Chair, Computational Mechanics Committee (ASCE EMI, 2024–present) Leader, Computational Science Group at Southern California Earthquake Center (2019–present) Labs & Groups: Leads the Mechanics of Complex Systems Lab at UIUC, focusing on interdisciplinary research in geophysics, materials science, and computational modeling.

• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Mechanics
• Mechanical Metamaterials
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Antonio Bobet is the Edgar B. and Hedwig M. Olson Professor in Civil Engineering at Purdue University's College of Engineering, affiliated with the Civil and Construction Engineering department. His research focuses on geomechanics, rock mechanics, seismic engineering, and lunar in-situ resource utilization. He leads studies on tunnel stability under seismic loads, fracture mechanics, and geophysical monitoring of rock systems. His work integrates experimental and numerical methods to address challenges in both terrestrial and extraterrestrial construction. Research interests include: Seismic response of underground structures Rock joint behavior and fracture propagation Lunar habitat construction using ISRU materials Geomechanical characterization of layered rocks Recent studies emphasize the interplay between geology, material properties, and structural stability. His publications analyze seismic precursors to rock failure, fracture roughness, and tunnel design under complex loading conditions. Awards and recognitions are listed under external faculty accolades. Advising and grants focus on geohazard mitigation and space infrastructure resilience. Lab affiliations include Purdue's geomechanics and geotechnical laboratories.

• Geomechanics
• Rock Mechanics
• Seismic Engineering
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Jennifer C. McIntosh is a Professor and University Distinguished Scholar in the Department of Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Arizona (UA), with a joint appointment in the Department of Geosciences. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Saskatchewan. Her academic roles include teaching advanced hydrogeology courses and advising graduate students. She holds a BA in Geology-Chemistry from Whitman College, MS and PhD in Geology from the University of Michigan, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on the interplay between hydrology, geochemistry, and microbiology in the Earth’s crust, spanning micro-to-macro scales. Key projects include studying subsurface fluid dynamics, microbial methane production, and the impacts of climate and human activities on groundwater systems. She has applied these methods to critical zones, sedimentary basins, and oil/gas reservoirs, with fieldwork in the Colorado Plateau, Paradox Basin, and Western Canada. McIntosh has received numerous awards for research and teaching, including the Blitzer Award for Excellence in Teaching Physics-Related Sciences (2019) and the UA Distinguished Scholar Award (2017). She actively serves on national committees for the US EPA, National Academies, and Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board. Education: BA (Whitman College), MS/PhD (University of Michigan), Postdoc (Johns Hopkins University) Notable Awards: GSA Fellow (2019), CIFAR Earth 4D Program (2019), Morton K. Blaustein Fellowship (2004) Labs/Teams: Jemez River Basin Critical Zone Observatory, Siljan Impact Structure Research Group Future Works: Investigating anthropogenic impacts on deep groundwater systems and astrobiology of subsurface microbes

• Hydrogeochemistry
• Hydrology
• Geochemistry
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Dieter Braun is a Professor in the Faculty of Physics at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), leading the Functional NanoSystems research group. He serves as speaker of the CRC 235 Emergence of Life and coordinates the Molecular Origins component of the Origins Cluster. Dr. Braun holds an ERC Synergy Grant (starting April 2025), leads the CRC 392 Molecular Evolution (starting April 2024), and is a Fellow in the Max Planck School Matter to Life (since October 2023). His research focuses on understanding the physical mechanisms that could have led to the emergence of Darwinian evolution from prebiotic molecules on early Earth. Braun's laboratory investigates non-equilibrium settings, particularly asymmetrically heated open cracks in rocks, which create intricate wet-dry cycles, temperature gradients, and fluidic effects that could drive molecular evolution. His work bridges physics, chemistry, and biology to explore how dead molecules might combine through physical forces into autonomous mechanisms of evolution. Analysis of Braun's recent publications reveals a strong focus on thermal gradients and non-equilibrium physics in prebiotic environments. His research demonstrates how heat flows can concentrate molecules, drive polymerization, create pH gradients, and enable non-enzymatic replication of nucleic acids. The publications span high-impact journals including Nature, Nature Physics, and Nature Chemistry, showing interdisciplinary work connecting physics, chemistry, geology, and biology in the context of life's origins. Klung-Wilhelmy Weberbank Price (2011) Technology Transfer Price of the DPG (with LMU and NanoTemper) Deutscher Innovationspreis (2012) Step Award (2012) Dr. Braun has successfully mentored numerous PhD students, including Stefan Duhr and Philipp Baaske who founded the award-winning startup NanoTemper Technologies. His research is supported by multiple prestigious grants including ERC Starting, Advanced, and Synergy Grants, as well as funding from the Simons Collaboration on the Origins of Life. His laboratory collaborates extensively with other researchers across disciplines and institutions, particularly with Hannes Mutschler in the new ERC Synergy project. The Braun laboratory operates within the CRC 235 Emergence of Life and the Origins Cluster at LMU Munich, with strong connections to the Max Planck Society through the Max Planck School Matter to Life. The research group maintains active collaborations with geochemists, biophysicists, and molecular biologists to create comprehensive experimental models of prebiotic environments.

• Origins of Life
• Prebiotic Chemistry
• Molecular Evolution
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Seth Finnegan is a Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, and affiliated with the University of California Museum of Paleontology. His research focuses on understanding the processes shaping marine ecosystems and biota from the late Neoproterozoic to the present, with a particular emphasis on the Ordovician Period and mass extinctions. He integrates field observations, laboratory data, and literature databases to study extinction selectivity, environmental proxies (e.g., stable isotopes, biomarkers), and ecosystem reconstructions. His lab, the Finnegan Lab, explores themes such as organism-environment interactions and the drivers of biodiversity changes. Finnegan’s work has been widely published in journals like Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and Geology , and he collaborates with institutions globally. Despite no listed awards here, his contributions to paleontology are significant.

• Marine Paleobiology
• Extinction Selectivity
• Environmental Proxy Analysis
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Dr. John Warren Huntley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Missouri. His research examines the fossil record of biotic interactions including parasitism, predation, and competition, with additional focus on conservation paleobiology and morphological disparity evolution. Dr. Huntley investigates host-parasite dynamics in marine bivalves, human impacts on mollusk populations, and Phanerozoic predation patterns. His work integrates stratigraphic paleobiology with ecological and evolutionary analyses to reconstruct historical ecosystem dynamics. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in paleoparasitology, taphonomy, and conservation paleobiology, applying novel analytical methods to questions about parasite-host coevolution, preservation biases, and extinction events. This research provides critical insights into long-term ecological patterns and biological responses to environmental change. Dr. Huntley has received significant recognition including an NSF CAREER Award and Humboldt Research Fellowship, and he co-edited the comprehensive volumes 'The Evolution and Fossil Record of Parasitism'.

• Paleobiology
• Paleoecology
• Conservation Paleobiology
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Peter Shearer is a Professor of Geophysics at the Institute of Geophysics and Planetary Physics , affiliated with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on observational seismology, mantle discontinuities, earthquake location methods, source properties, and seismicity patterns. Education: B.S. in Geology and Geophysics, Yale University (1978) Ph.D. in Geophysics, UCSD Scripps Institution (1986) Research Interests Shearer's work uses large seismic datasets to study Earth's interior structure, particularly mantle transition zones, lithospheric discontinuities, and earthquake triggering mechanisms. His methods include waveform cross-correlation relocation, SS precursor analysis, and seismic wave scattering studies. Scientific Contributions His publications span 40+ years, with recent works analyzing aftershock migration, mantle discontinuities, and fault weakening. Key themes include Global mantle imaging using teleseismic data High-resolution fault zone seismicity Deep Earth structure from scattered waves Scientific Awards AGU Fellow (1999) SIO Outstanding Teaching Award (2003) Lehmann Medal (AGU, 2020) National Academy of Sciences member (2009)

• Seismology
• Earthquake Physics
• Mantle Discontinuities
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Dr. Alain Bonneville is a Lab Fellow and Geophysicist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and holds a Courtesy Professor appointment at Oregon State University's College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences. With extensive experience in geological storage of CO2, geothermal energy, and geophysical monitoring techniques, Dr. Bonneville leads diverse research projects that bridge fundamental science and practical applications for energy and environmental challenges. Dr. Bonneville's educational background includes: PhD in Geophysics from the University of Montpellier, France MS in Petroleum Geophysics from IFP-School, Paris, France BS in Geology from the University of Lyon, France Dr. Bonneville's research spans several critical areas in Earth sciences and energy systems. His work on geothermal energy focuses on super-hot enhanced geothermal systems (EGS), site characterization, monitoring, and stimulation fluids. In geological CO2 storage, he investigates project management, site characterization, numerical modeling, and monitoring methods using potential fields and remote sensing. His expertise in geophysical methods includes heat flow measurements, gravity surveys, muon tomography development for borehole deployment, and remote sensing applications. Additional research areas encompass marine heat flow instrumentation development, thermal monitoring of active volcanoes, and intraplate volcanism studies in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Dr. Bonneville has received significant recognition for his contributions to science, including: Membership in the Washington State Academy of Sciences Lab Fellow position at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Executive Committee membership on the U.S. National Risk Assessment Partnership Scientific Committee membership at IFP-Energies Nouvelles, France He also holds two U.S. patents related to electrophilic acid gas-reactive fluids for enhanced fracturing and recovery of energy producing materials. Throughout his career, Dr. Bonneville has led significant research initiatives, including the PNNL Carbon Sequestration Initiative (2009-2013) and the European Marie Curie Research Training Network on Greenhouse Gas Removal (GRASP), which involved 14 academic and industrial institutions across 7 countries and supported 35 PhD students and post-docs. His work on the FutureGen 2.0 project demonstrates his leadership in large-scale carbon storage site characterization and monitoring program design. Dr. Bonneville maintains active collaborations with research teams at PNNL's Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory and works closely with Oregon State University's geoscience researchers. His laboratory work focuses on developing novel instrumentation for geophysical monitoring, particularly in the areas of muon tomography for subsurface characterization and thermal monitoring systems for geothermal and carbon storage applications.

• Geothermal Energy
• Geological CO2 Storage
• Geophysical Methods
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J.D. Jansen is a full Professor at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in the School of Civil Engineering & Geosciences, specializing in the Reservoir Engineering department. His research focuses on systems and control theory applied to subsurface flow mechanics, with applications in oil and gas production, geothermal energy, and induced seismicity. He actively contributes to academic networks through editorial roles, keynote presentations, and international collaborations. Active in computational geosciences (modeling, simulation, data analysis) Member of the Dutch Mining Council since 2016 Recipient of two Society of Petroleum Engineers awards in 2018 His work emphasizes optimization of subsurface processes, numerical modeling of porous materials, and seismicity mitigation. Recent publications highlight fault slip mechanics, benchmarking simulations, and stress pattern analysis in geothermal systems. Collaborations span geomechanics, reservoir engineering, and data assimilation domains. Scientific awards include: Distinguished Membership of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (2018) SPE Distinguished Achievement Award for Petroleum Engineering Faculty (2018) He leads research initiatives in induced seismicity, particularly in the Groningen Field, and contributes to model-based production optimization. Media engagements since 2020 demonstrate public outreach in energy transition topics.

• Systems and Control Theory
• Subsurface Flow Mechanics
• Geothermal Energy
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Professor Saskia Goes is a Professor of Geophysics at Imperial College London's Department of Earth Science & Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering. She specializes in geodynamics, subduction dynamics, and seismic hazard analysis using numerical modeling and geophysical data interpretation. Her affiliations include the Dynamic Earth and Hazards groups at the Imperial Centre for Geohazards Dynamics. Education: PhD in Geophysics from UC Santa Cruz (1995), Drs (BSc/MSc equivalent) from Utrecht University (1990). Prior roles include SNF Professor of Tectonophysics at ETH Zurich (2003-2005), Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan (1995-1996), and postdoctoral research at Utrecht University (1996-1999). Research focuses on mantle dynamics, lithosphere structure, and subduction zone processes. Her work integrates seismic imaging, machine learning, and numerical simulations to study phenomena like slab dynamics, mantle plumes, and fluid migration. Key themes include the interplay between tectonic forces and geochemical processes in continental and oceanic settings. Publications emphasize subduction zone processes, seismic tomography, and induced seismicity. She has led projects like the VoiLA initiative studying volatile recycling in the Lesser Antilles. Awards and recognition include invited lectures at leading conferences (AGU, EGU) and universities worldwide. Teaching includes undergraduate geodynamics, geohazards courses, and advanced MSc modeling modules. Active in promoting geohazard research through interdisciplinary collaboration and public engagement.

• Geophysics
• Geodynamics
• Seismic Hazard Analysis
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Matthew Dunbabin is a Professor at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) and Chief Investigator at the Australian Centre for Robotic Vision (ACRV). His expertise spans environmental robotics, with a focus on vision-based autonomous systems for marine conservation, water quality monitoring, and greenhouse gas management. He holds a PhD from QUT and a BEng (Aerospace) from RMIT. Dunbabin has led projects at CSIRO and QUT, developing robots like COTSBot and RangerBot to combat marine pests and promote reef restoration. His work has earned national and international awards, including the 2019 Australian Water Association Award and 2016 Google Impact Challenge. Education: PhD in Engineering, Queensland University of Technology (Queensland, Australia) BEng (Hons) in Aerospace Engineering, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (Melbourne, Australia) Research Interests: Environmental robotics and autonomous systems Vision-based perception and classification Marine habitat restoration and pest control Greenhouse gas monitoring via autonomous vehicles Cooperative robotics and sensor networks Awards & Recognition: 2019 Australian Water Association Award (SAMMI Project) 2019 Good Design Award - Sustainability (RangerBot) 2016 Google Impact Challenge People’s Choice Award (RangerBot AUV) 2010 Australian ICT Industry Association National iAward (iSnet) 2006 Queensland Engineering Excellence Innovation Award (Starbug Project) Grants & Projects: ARC Centre of Excellence for Robotic Vision (ACRV): Leading robotic vision research (2014–present) Revolutionising Protection Against Air Pollution: Air quality monitoring networks (2015–present) Establishing Advanced Networks for Air Quality Sensing: Sensor development for urban environments (2017–present) Labs & Collaborations: ACRV at QUT Institute for Future Environments (QUT) CSIRO Autonomous Systems Laboratory (2001–2013)

• Environmental Robotics
• Vision-Based Perception
• Marine Robotics
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Nicholas Kamenos is a Professor at the Department of Ecology, Environment and Geoscience and Director of the Umeå Marine Sciences Centre (UMF) at Umeå University, Sweden. His research bridges global biogeochemical cycles and ecological responses to climate change, focusing on ecosystem engineers like coralline algae, corals, and seagrass. He works in polar to tropical regions, employing SCUBA, mesocosm experiments, and advanced analytical tools. Role: Director, Umeå Marine Sciences Centre Research Focus: Climate change impacts, ocean acidification, blue carbon, Arctic-temperate-tropical ecosystems His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding marine ecosystem resilience. Research spans proxy development for historical climate reconstruction, carbon burial dynamics, and the role of calcifying organisms in carbon cycling, with applications to conservation and policy. Key grants include projects like AQUASERV (2024–2029) on service provision in marine ecosystems, Light Harvesting in Coralline Algae (2024–2027), and IRISCC (2024–2026) exploring seawater temperature changes. Collaborative work addresses coastal deoxygenation and socio-political aspects of blue carbon economies. He leads the Umeå Marine Sciences Centre, leveraging facilities like the Marine Mesocosm Facility and advanced tools (laser ablation ICPMS, isotope ratio mass spectrometry). His work integrates biological, geological, and chemical techniques to address multidisciplinary questions.

• Arctic
• Ecology
• Nature-based Solutions
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Sanne Cottaar is a researcher at the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge, specializing in seismology and deep Earth structure. Her work integrates seismic waveform analysis, mineral physics, and geodynamic modeling to investigate mantle plumes, ultra-low velocity zones (ULVZs), and core-mantle boundary dynamics. Key research areas include: Seismic imaging of deep Earth heterogeneity Core-mantle boundary and mantle transition zone structure Multidisciplinary approaches with mineral physics and geodynamics Development of seismic tools like BurnMan for thermodynamic modeling Public engagement through educational initiatives such as Deep Earth Explorers Her recent publications focus on mapping ULVZs using Sdiff and Pdiff waves, resolving mantle plume origins, and benchmarking seismic methods against geodynamic constraints. She actively supervises doctoral projects in seismology and deep Earth dynamics.

• Seismology
• Deep Earth Structure
• Mantle Dynamics
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Prof. Matt Pritchard is a Professor in Earth & Atmospheric Sciences at Cornell University, based at Snee Hall. His research focuses on volcanology, geodesy, and remote sensing, with a particular emphasis on using satellite data to monitor volcanic activity, deformation, and glacial interactions. He leads studies on global volcanic systems, including Indonesia's Semeru and Raung volcanoes, Chile's Cordón Caulle, and Bolivia's Uturuncu, applying techniques like InSAR, SAR, and thermal imaging. Key research interests include volcanic eruption dynamics, magma-hydrothermal systems, and the integration of multi-sensor datasets. He has contributed to developing tools like Hotspotter for automated volcanic thermal feature detection and has explored planetary volcanism (e.g., Venus). His work bridges geophysics, glaciology, and computational methods, addressing both Earth and extraterrestrial systems. Prof. Pritchard has received recognition such as the William Bowie Lecture (2022, 2023). His projects often involve international collaborations, including the CEOS Volcano Demonstrator initiative and the EarthDEM/ArcitcDEM projects. He also engages in geothermal energy research and seismic monitoring in Ithaca, NY.

• Volcanology
• Geodesy
• Remote Sensing
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