جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Kara B. De Leónمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbiology
• Microbial Ecology
• Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kara B. De León is an Assistant Professor of Microbiology at The University of Oklahoma. She completed her B.S. in Biology and Chemistry from Northwest Nazarene University (2006), a PhD in Microbiology from Montana State University (2013), and a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Missouri (2013-2019). Her research focuses on microbial ecology and physiology, particularly in anaerobic environments and biofilm formation. She employs computational biology, genomics, and biochemical methods to study microbial community resilience and adaptation to environmental stressors. Key areas include the genetic mechanisms of sulfate-reducing bacteria and subsurface microbial interactions in contaminated environments. Her work integrates field geophysical measurements with laboratory-based mutant generation to model microbial behavior. Notable projects include characterizing biofilms in oil systems, uranium-contaminated aquifers, and rat colons. She emphasizes developing genetic tools for understudied microbes to expand model organism diversity in laboratory settings. Her publications demonstrate contributions to understanding molybdenum regulation in anaerobic bacteria, hydrologic influences on subsurface communities, and genomic sequencing of industrially relevant microbes. This interdisciplinary approach bridges environmental microbiology with biotechnology applications.

• Biodegradation
• Organic Micropollutants
• Micropollutant Removal
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nora Sutton is an Associate Professor in Environmental Technology at Wageningen University, with over a decade of research expertise in water quality, micropollutant biodegradation, and sustainable water reuse systems. Her interdisciplinary work bridges environmental engineering and microbial ecology. Current research focuses on organic micropollutant removal from wastewater Leadership in cyclic water risk assessment projects Recipient of NWO Vidi grant for contaminant mitigation Research Themes: Active in environmental biotechnology, her work addresses micropollutant fate in water systems through advanced treatment technologies (activated carbon filters, constructed wetlands) and microbial community engineering. Key areas include pharmaceutical discharge monitoring , rapid sand filter biodegradation , and groundwater protection against emerging contaminants. Publication Trends: Recent 2025 articles emphasize circular economy approaches in hospital wastewater management, non-target screening of transformation products, and aerobic granular sludge performance under climate variability. Her work spans experimental (biochar applications) and large-scale risk modeling of chemicals like per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Awards: Vidi Grant (NWO, 2021) Supervision: Mentoring 10+ PhD candidates on topics ranging from constructed wetland phytoremediation to nanofiltration membrane synergies in municipal wastewater treatment.

Naresh Kumarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biogeochemistry
• Bioremediation
• Environmental Geochemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Naresh Kumar is an Assistant Professor at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in Soil Chemistry and Chemical Soil Quality. He previously held roles as a Junior Group Leader at the University of Vienna (2018–2021) and a Postdoc at Stanford University (2014–2018), following his PhD in Earth Sciences from CEREGE - Aix-Marseille University, France (2010–2013). His research focuses on Biogeochemistry , Bioremediation , Chemical Speciation , and Contaminant Dynamics . Key projects include studying PFAS in soils and developing predictive models for nutrient management and pollutant behavior. He teaches courses such as Environmental Analytical Techniques and Soil Pollution and Protection . Publications highlight advancements in understanding DNA-mineral interactions, redox-driven colloid mobility, and innovative waste-to-resource solutions like aluminium dross for eutrophication control. His work bridges laboratory studies with field applications, emphasizing sustainable environmental management. Labs/Teams: Head of the Soil Chemistry and Chemical Soil Quality subdivision, coordinating interdisciplinary research on environmental geochemistry and bioremediation strategies.

David L. Barnesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Permafrost Hydrology
• Contaminant Transport
• Arctic Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David L. Barnes is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), where he also serves as the Interim Director of the Institute of Northern Engineering and Associate Dean for Research in the College of Engineering and Mines. His research focuses on Arctic environmental challenges, particularly groundwater dynamics in permafrost, contaminant transport, and solutions for air/water quality in cold regions. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical and Bioresource Engineering from Colorado State University and is a registered Professional Civil Engineer. Dr. Barnes' research interests center on the unique hydrogeology of permafrost-affected systems, including: Thermokarst aquifer behavior and talik formation Fate of hydrocarbons and heavy metals in freezing soils Dust control technologies for Arctic transportation infrastructure Vapor intrusion mechanisms in cold climates Remediation strategies for contaminated sites in remote communities His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on practical solutions for Arctic environmental management, with recurring themes in permafrost hydrology, contaminant mitigation, and community-focused infrastructure. Articles frequently address field validation of engineering designs under extreme conditions, with methodologies ranging from geophysical surveys to controlled laboratory simulations of freeze-thaw cycles. Dr. Barnes leads interdisciplinary teams addressing complex cold-region challenges, including projects on wildfire smoke impacts, COVID-19 sanitation vulnerabilities in remote Alaska, and sustainable dust control. His work frequently involves collaboration with tribal communities, regulatory agencies, and international research consortia.

Hermann Eberlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mathematical Biology
• Engineering Mathematics
• Applied Differential Equations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hermann Eberl is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics & Statistics at the University of Guelph, affiliated with the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. His research focuses on Mathematical Biology and Engineering, emphasizing modeling, analysis, and simulation of biological systems and bio/environmental engineering processes using differential equations and numerical methods. He leads the Computational Biomathematics Laboratory, which houses a diverse research group of undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs. Key research areas include microbial biofilms, honeybee health dynamics, agricultural systems, and environmental bioprocesses. His work is supported by funding agencies such as NSERC, CFI, and OMAFRA. Students under his supervision have excelled in interdisciplinary journals and secured careers in academia, industry, and government. Dr. Eberl holds full supervisory privileges in the Mathematics and Biophysics graduate programs and actively mentors students pursuing MSc/PhD degrees. His lab is located in MacNaughton Building, with a focus on integrating mathematical modeling with real-world applications in biotechnology and environmental engineering. Research outputs span biofilm reactor modeling, quorum sensing mechanisms, and gut microbiome interactions, with notable contributions to the ADM1jl computational tool for anaerobic digestion simulations. Collaborations emphasize interdisciplinary problem-solving, reflecting his commitment to bridging mathematical theory with practical engineering challenges.

Andreas Englertمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Hydrogeology
• Hydrogeophysics
• Groundwater Flow Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andreas Englert is a Senior Scientist at the Department of Applied Geology , Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg, and a Lecturer at the University of Cologne. His work bridges hydrogeology and hydrogeophysics.

• Water Resources Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Biogeochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lazaro J. Perez is an Assistant Professor in the School of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University, part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on hydrological and biogeochemical processes in subsurface porous media, particularly quantifying incomplete mixing effects on chemical reactions and contaminant transport. He integrates experimental and numerical methods to address groundwater remediation, aquifer management, and bioremediation challenges. Education: Ph.D., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Polytechnic University of Catalonia (2019) M.S., Engineering Geology and Geologic Resources, University of Oviedo (2015) B.S., Geology, University of Oviedo (2013) Research interests include bacterial transport dynamics, biofilm impacts on fluid flow, and multiscale modeling of reactive transport. His work spans pore-to-field scales, emphasizing practical applications like arsenic removal using metal-organic frameworks and climate change effects on water systems. Key contributions include advancements in solute transport prediction via machine learning, upscaling bacterial migration in porous media, and understanding biofilm-induced flow heterogeneities. Current projects involve climate change impacts on mountain hydrology and innovative remediation strategies for contaminated waters.

José Cerratoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biogeochemistry
• Environmental Engineering
• Water-Rock Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

José Cerrato is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of New Mexico (UNM) . He leads the E-H 2 O Research Group , focusing on biogeochemical processes at the water-energy nexus affecting metal and radionuclide cycles in the environment. His work integrates spectroscopy, microscopy, aqueous chemistry, and molecular biology tools. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, Virginia Tech (2010) MS in Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech (2005) BS in Civil Engineering, National Autonomous University of Honduras (2001) Research interests include: Mine Waste Legacy : Collaborative work with Native American communities studying uranium mine waste biogeochemistry for risk assessment Sustainable Water Treatment : Energy-efficient technologies using nano-particulate metal-oxides Wildfire Impact : Post-storm water quality effects from wildfire ash transport Hydraulic Fracturing : Wellbore integrity studies Uranium Mining : Aquifer restoration strategies post-mining Publication trends show expertise in uranium biogeochemistry, metal transport mechanisms, and water treatment technologies . Over 15 recent articles demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining environmental engineering, geochemistry, and materials science . Scientific awards include: NSF CAREER Award (2017) UNM School of Engineering Junior Faculty Research Award (2017) New Mexico EPSCoR Mentoring Award (2017) Oak Ridge Associated Universities Ralph E. Powe Award (2015) UNM Faculty of Color Research Award (2016) Advising and grants highlight mentorship of 10+ graduate students and major funding from: National Science Foundation New Mexico EPSCoR Oak Ridge Associated Universities UNM internal grants Laboratory facilities at UNM include: Advanced Transmission Electron Microscopy (0.19 nm resolution) State-of-the-art X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy for surface analysis High-precision X-ray Diffraction for mineral identification Inductively Coupled Plasma spectrometry for trace element analysis Environmental Scanning Electron Microscopy for uncoated sample analysis

Matthew Fieldsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Biofilms
• Microbial Ecology
• Heavy Metal Reduction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Matthew Fields is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Cell Biology at Montana State University (MSU) and Director of the Center for Biofilm Engineering (CBE). He leads the Biofilm Physiology & Ecology Team, focusing on environmental biofilms involved in processes like nitrate contamination, heavy metal reduction, and bioenergy. His work explores interactions between biotic and abiotic factors affecting microbial physiology and community dynamics. Fields holds a PhD from Cornell University (2001) and has contributed significantly to research on extremophiles, algal biofuels, and microbial community dynamics. Education: Ph.D., Cornell University, 2001 Roles: CBE Director, Thermal Biology Institute Affiliate, Energy Research Institute Member Research Focus: Biofilm physiology, microbial community ecology, coal-to-methane conversion, algal biofuel production His research encompasses projects on sulfate-reducing biofilms, methanogenic biofilms, and heavy-metal bioreduction. Notable contributions include studies on extremophiles and 3D-printed microbial communities. Awards include the 2017 Provost’s Award for Graduate Research/Creativity Mentoring. Fields has secured grants totaling over $5 million, including DOE-funded initiatives for coalbed methane research and advanced microscopy. Fields’ team collaborates internationally, addressing challenges in biofilm-related corrosion, bioenergy, and environmental remediation. He leads the CBE’s Industry Program, fostering partnerships between academia and industry. His work is published in journals like Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta and Algal Research .

Nazaré Coutoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Engineering
• Pollution Control
• Soil Remediation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nazaré Couto is an Assistant Researcher at NOVA School of Science and Technology, NOVA University Lisbon, and coordinates the Bioresources and Green Technologies area at CENSE - Centre for Environmental and Sustainability Research. She holds a PhD in Environmental Sciences and Technology from the University of Porto (2011) and focuses on pollution control, soil remediation, and climate change mitigation. Education: Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD in Environmental Engineering/Sciences Leadership: Coordinates CENSE's Bioresources and Green Technologies area Teaching: Courses on soil pollution, management, and climate change Her research spans soil remediation technologies , climate change adaptation , and sustainable resource management , with recent work addressing pesticide contamination, hydrogen storage economics, and agricultural plastic waste valorization. Publications highlight electrochemical remediation , phytoremediation , and nanostructured materials for environmental restoration. Scientific contributions include: Advancing electrodialytic recovery of rare earth elements and phosphorus Developing hybrid remediation technologies for polar and conventional soils Investigating emerging contaminants in wastewater reuse systems

Deqiang Maoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrogeology
• Hydrogeophysics
• Inverse Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Deqiang Mao is a Professor of Hydrogeology at the Department of Hydraulic Engineering, School of Civil Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, China. He holds a PhD in Hydrology from The University of Arizona (2012), with prior academic appointments at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (Assistant Professor, 2016-2017) and postdoctoral positions at Colorado School of Mines and The University of Arizona. His research focuses on hydrogeophysics, inverse modeling, and groundwater system characterization. Education: PhD (The University of Arizona), MS (China University of Geosciences), BS (China University of Mining and Technology) His work integrates geophysical methods like induced polarization and resistivity tomography with hydrological modeling to solve subsurface characterization challenges, including contaminant transport, coal seam fires, and aquifer heterogeneity. He actively collaborates with international researchers and serves on AGU committees for hydrogeophysics and groundwater. As a reviewer for major journals, he emphasizes quantitative approaches in hydrogeology and geophysics. Deqiang Mao's research has driven innovations in bioelectrochemical remediation of hydrocarbon-contaminated soils, time-domain induced polarization tomography, and high-performance computing applications in subsurface hydrology. He has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in Geophysics , Water Resources Research , and Journal of Hydrology , advancing field and laboratory techniques for groundwater monitoring. He maintains an open research group at Shandong University, seeking students with quantitative backgrounds in hydrogeology or geophysics. His work bridges theoretical developments in inverse modeling with practical applications in mining hydrology, contaminant remediation, and geophysical survey optimization.

• Groundwater Hydrology
• Contaminant Transport
• Hydraulic Tomography
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Walter Illman is a Professor of Physical and Contaminant Hydrogeology at the University of Waterloo's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science. He has been actively engaged in research and teaching since completing his PhD at the University of Arizona in 1999. Illman is a member of The Water Institute at the University of Waterloo and teaches courses including Flow and Transport Through Fractured Rocks (EARTH 439), Physical Hydrogeology (EARTH 458), Physical Processes in Groundwater Systems (EARTH 650), and Flow and Transport in Fractured Rock (EARTH 658). His educational background includes a PhD in Hydrology and Water Resources from the University of Arizona (1999) and a BSc (Honours) in Earth Sciences from the University of Washington (1994). Professor Illman specializes in groundwater hydrology, with particular expertise in both saturated and unsaturated zones. His research employs mathematical modeling (both analytical and numerical), laboratory experiments, and field investigations to understand fluid flow and contaminant transport in porous and fractured geologic media. Key areas of focus include Dense Non-Aqueous Phase Liquid (DNAPL) source zone characterization, geostatistical inverse modeling, bioremediation, natural attenuation of organic contaminants, and hydraulic tomography for aquifer characterization. His work bridges theoretical hydrogeology with practical applications for groundwater management and contamination remediation. Illman's publication record demonstrates a sustained focus on hydraulic tomography as a method for characterizing aquifer heterogeneity, with increasing attention in recent years to integrated surface water-groundwater modeling and climate change impacts on water resources. His research spans laboratory experiments, field investigations, and mathematical modeling across various hydrogeological settings. Among his notable recognitions are the 2003 Outstanding Paper award at the International Symposium on Groundwater Problems Related to Geo-Environment, the 2002 American Geophysical Union Editors' Citation for Excellence in Refereeing, and several prestigious fellowships during his doctoral studies at the University of Arizona. Professor Illman has supervised numerous graduate students working on advanced topics in hydrogeology and has secured research funding to support his laboratory and field investigations. His work often involves collaboration with researchers at other institutions to address complex groundwater contamination problems. His research group maintains laboratory facilities for conducting controlled experiments on fluid flow and contaminant transport, and regularly conducts field studies to validate theoretical models and investigate real-world groundwater systems.

Ran Droriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biochemistry
• Biophysics
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ran Drori is an Associate Professor and Department Chair in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department at Yeshiva University . He holds a B.Sc. in Biotechnology from Tel-Hai College (2007), an M.Sc. in Plant Pathology from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2009), and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2015). His postdoctoral research at NYU’s Chemistry Department focused on synthetic ice growth inhibitors and ice growth dynamics under H 2 O/D 2 O exchange. Dr. Drori’s research interests center on ice-binding proteins , clathrate hydrates , and microfluidic technologies . He investigates how these proteins inhibit ice growth in biological and non-biological systems, with applications in cryopreservation, food science, and energy storage. His lab employs microfluidics and advanced imaging techniques like micro-thermography to study ice crystal dynamics. Key recent publications highlight his work on antifreeze protein mechanisms, methane clathrate inhibition, and ice growth modulation. His research bridges biochemistry, physics, and engineering, aiming to uncover fundamental principles of ice-protein interactions and develop novel materials for real-world applications. Dr. Drori teaches undergraduate courses in biochemistry and organic chemistry at Yeshiva University. His lab, the Drori Lab, is located at Stanton Hall on the Beren campus.

Anthony Umehمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Risk Assessment
• Environmental Remediation
• Contaminant Bioavailability Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anthony Umeh is a Researcher at the University of Newcastle's Global Centre for Environmental Remediation (GCER), affiliated with Professor Ravi Naidu's group. His work focuses on contaminant bioavailability, environmental risk assessment, and remediation technologies. MSc in Contamination, Risk Assessment, and Remediation from Lancaster University BSc in Zoology from Obafemi Awolowo University His research explores how soil-contaminant-organism interactions influence human health and environmental risks, particularly for PAHs and PFAS. He specializes in bioaccessibility testing, contaminant transport modeling, and remediation catalysts like biochar. Anthony's publications emphasize PFAS and PAHs dynamics in soils, with trends showing a focus on: Adsorbent suspension remediation of multicomponent systems Machine learning applications in contaminant analysis Sorption-desorption kinetics in varied soil conditions Human exposure risk modeling Awarded the CleanUp 2015 Conference Award (2016), NERC Funding (2014), and multiple scholarships including Chancellor's International PhD Scholarship (2015) and Erasmus Mundus Scholarship (2013). His grants include CRC CARE PhD Scholarship and Commonwealth Shared Scholarship. Anthony contributes to advanced oxidation processes, groundwater remediation, and contaminant transport studies. He works at GCER, a leading research center in environmental remediation technologies.

• Bioinformatics
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
• Digital Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ali Hasnain is a Lecturer in Computational Biology and Data Analytics at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences. He holds a PhD from the National University of Ireland Galway and has over 15 years of experience in academia and the software industry, including roles as a Senior Researcher at University College Dublin and Adjunct Lecturer at the Insight Centre for Data Analytics. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare, Digital Health, Bioinformatics, and Semantic Web technologies, with expertise in data analytics for life sciences and healthcare management. Education: PhD in Bioinformatics & Data Analytics, National University of Ireland Galway MSc in Engineering and Management of Information Systems, Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden MSc in Project Management and Operational Development, KTH, Sweden BSc (Honors) in Computer Science, Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences Research Interests: Dr. Hasnain’s work bridges computational biology, data science, and healthcare. Key areas include developing algorithms for biomedical data integration, AI-driven query systems for healthcare knowledge graphs, and optimizing pesticide efficacy through genomic analysis. His recent projects address challenges in dementia care technology and environmental stress impact on organisms . Awards & Recognition: Best Paper Awards at ESWC 2017, ISWC2018, and ESWC 2018 Young Scientific Researchers Grant from SWSA/NSF (2012, 2015) Grants & Collaboration: Led the Dementia and Technology (DaTe) project (2021–2023), funded by the Irish Research Council. Collaborations include work on federated SPARQL query systems and semantic web solutions for large-scale biomedical data. Labs & Teams: Active in RCSI’s Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences labs, contributing to interdisciplinary projects. Previously led research initiatives at Insight Centre and UCD’s School of Computer Science.