Dr. Tobias Diehl is a Senior Scientist and Seismologist at the Swiss Seismological Service (SED) at ETH Zurich, leading the Seismotectonic Group since 2015. His research focuses on observational seismology, including seismic tomography, earthquake source analysis, and tectonic interpretation. He has held academic positions at ETH Zurich and international institutions, contributing to projects like the GANSSER seismic network in Bhutan and the AlpArray initiative. His work integrates advanced data analysis techniques with regional seismic monitoring to understand tectonic processes and earthquake hazards. Diehl teaches courses in crustal seismology and seismic tomography, and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed papers on topics ranging from Alpine tectonics to induced seismicity in geothermal systems.
Falk C Amelung is a Professor at the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science. His research focuses on crustal deformation processes using satellite Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar (InSAR), particularly studying active volcanoes, tectonic activity, glacial isostatic adjustment, and anthropogenic land subsidence. His work addresses volcanic hazards, groundwater management, and coastal subsidence, supported by grants from NASA, NSF, USGS, and DOE. He directs the University of Miami Geodesy Laboratory, advancing applications of InSAR in volcanic and tectonic monitoring. Research interests include deformation mechanisms at volcanoes like Galápagos, Anak Krakatau, and Kīlauea, as well as subsidence in regions like Delhi and Miami. He explores interactions between climate change, rainfall, and volcanic activity, and develops methods for improving InSAR data analysis. His team collaborates on global geohazard monitoring through initiatives like the Supersites Network. Publications highlight InSAR’s role in detecting magma movements, fault slip, and aquifer dynamics. Ongoing projects focus on optimizing deformation models and mitigating geohazards through integrated geodetic approaches. The lab also provides open-access data tools and participates in disaster-risk reduction efforts globally.
Dr. Jean-Christophe Comte is a Senior Lecturer in Hydrogeology at the School of Geosciences, University of Aberdeen since 2019, with prior roles as Lecturer (2014-2019) and Visiting Researcher at Queen's University Belfast. He specializes in quantitative hydrogeology , hydrogeophysical methods , and groundwater sustainability in coastal, island, and fractured rock environments. Education : PhD (2008) and MSc (2002-2003) in Hydrogeology from the University of Avignon; BSc/MSc in Geological and Environmental Engineering from University Paul Sabatier Toulouse. Research Focus : Saltwater intrusion, groundwater resilience to global changes, managed aquifer recharge, and geothermal energy development. His work spans Africa, Europe, and Asia, integrating geophysics with numerical modelling. Publications highlight his expertise in coastal aquifer dynamics, fractured rock hydrology, and climate-water security linkages. Key journals include Water Resources Research , Hydrogeology Journal , and Journal of Hydrology . Scientific Awards : Royal Society Newton International Fellowship (2019-2021) for saltwater intrusion research Current Grants : Leadership in Royal Society International Exchange (2023-2025), NERC Hydronation programme (2023-2027), and collaboration on Scottish water scarcity projects (2023-2024). Students Supervised : Lead supervisor for 7 PhD students and co-supervisor for 5 others, focusing on topics like groundwater security in Lagos, geothermal transitions, and drought resilience in Scotland.
Prof. Dr. Thomas Pichler leads the Geochemistry and Hydrogeology working group at the University of Bremen’s Department of Geosciences. His research focuses on interdisciplinary studies of water-rock interactions using chemical, biological, hydrogeological, and engineering approaches. Key areas include toxic element behavior (arsenic, mercury), groundwater contamination mechanisms, and shallow-water hydrothermal systems. B.A., Christian Albrechts University M.S., Colorado School of Mines Ph.D., Ottawa-Carleton Geoscience Centre Current research emphasizes arsenic and cadmium mobility in aquifers, hydrothermal system dynamics , and analytical method development . His team investigates groundwater quality impacts from energy production and agricultural practices. Contact: Thomas.Pichler@dartmouth.edu | ag-pichler@uni-bremen.de
Stefano Cesco is a tenured Professor at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, affiliated with the Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences. His research focuses on plant physiology, soil science, and sustainable agricultural practices. Key areas of investigation include nutrient cycling, microbial interactions, and the application of biotechnology for improving crop resilience. He has conducted extensive studies on plant-microbe symbiosis, heavy metal toxicity in soils, and innovative fertilization strategies using biostimulants and nano-materials. Dr. Cesco's work integrates multi-omics approaches, environmental monitoring, and interdisciplinary methodologies to address challenges in agriculture and environmental health. He has authored numerous publications on topics such as LED-light effects on plant growth, microbial biocontrol agents, and the impact of microplastics on agroecosystems. His research often emphasizes practical solutions for sustainable farming, including the use of composted organic waste and bioengineered fertilizers. His studies also explore the One Health framework, linking agricultural practices to broader ecological and human health outcomes. Notable projects include investigations into soil health in vineyards, the role of hybrid grape varieties in winemaking, and the application of advanced analytical techniques like TXRF and machine learning for plant health diagnostics.
FRANCISCO XABIER PONTEVEDRA POMBAL is an Associate Professor at the Department of Edaphology and Agricultural Chemistry, Faculty of Biology, University of Santiago de Compostela. He holds a Ph.D. from the same institution with a thesis on peatlands of Galicia (2002). His research focuses on environmental geochemistry, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and soil dynamics, particularly in Iberian wetlands, peatlands, and mountainous regions. Key interests include climate change impacts, heavy metal distribution (especially mercury), and the interplay between soil properties and vegetation. He leads the GEMAP research group studying environmental applications to natural and cultural heritage preservation. Publications emphasize Holocene climate dynamics, soil pedology, and anthropogenic pollution effects. Notable projects include peatland mapping in Europe, geochemical analysis of historical environmental changes, and mercury cycling in forest soils. He collaborates with the Interuniversity Research Center for Atlantic Cultural Landscapes (CISPAC). His work bridges geology, ecology, and environmental management, contributing to both academic and conservation initiatives in Atlantic Europe and beyond.
Sophie Pailot Bonnétat is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Geology and Environmental Science at the University of Pittsburgh. She holds a PhD in Fundamental Sciences from Clermont-Auvergne University, France, and her research focuses on volcanic and hydrothermal systems using remote sensing and field data. Education: PhD in Fundamental Sciences, 2024, Clermont-Auvergne University, Clermont-Ferrand, France M.S. in Earth Sciences: Geology and Planets, 2019, Clermont-Auvergne University M.S. in Geosciences, 2019, Institut Polytechnique UniLasalle, Beauvais, France B.S. in Earth Science, 2016, Polytech’Paris UPMC, Paris, France Her research interests lie at the intersection of volcanology, thermal remote sensing, and geothermal processes . She specializes in quantifying heat transfer in low-temperature volcanic systems using satellite thermal data and in situ measurements. Her work integrates deep learning to detect subtle thermal anomalies and model surface temperature changes in geothermal areas. She has conducted extensive studies on volcanic unrest at sites like Vulcano (Italy) and Piton de la Fournaise (La Réunion) . The recent publications highlight a strong trend in combining satellite observations with machine learning for monitoring volcanic activity, assessing radiative power, and reconstructing subsurface properties. Her work spans disciplines including geophysics, environmental science, and data science, with a focus on practical applications for hazard assessment. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: No formal students or advising roles are listed. No specific grants are mentioned in the text, but her research is likely supported through postdoctoral funding at the University of Pittsburgh and collaborative international projects. Labs and Research Teams: She is actively involved in research collaborations with experts in volcanology, including Andrew J. L. Harris, and contributes to international efforts in volcanic monitoring. Her work is associated with remote sensing and geothermal research groups, leveraging datasets from NASA (e.g., ASTER) and field campaigns in active volcanic regions.
Roger Few is a Professorial Research Fellow at the School of Global Development, University of East Anglia. He is affiliated with the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, Water Security Research Centre, and the Global Environmental Justice research group. His work integrates disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and human wellbeing, with a focus on lower-income settings across Latin America, Africa, and South Asia. Education: Undergraduate Degree in Geography, University of Cambridge Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism, City University, London Roger Few’s research centers on vulnerability, adaptation, and long-term recovery from environmental hazards. His work bridges social science, development studies, and environmental health, emphasizing social justice, livelihoods, and institutional responses. He investigates how communities and institutions adapt to climatic and environmental risks, with a growing focus on recovery dignity and equity. His interdisciplinary approach includes participatory methods, policy analysis, and health risk assessment. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward understanding recovery narratives, climate justice, community agency, and the integration of local and scientific knowledge in adaptation planning. Themes such as forced displacement, WASH in changing climates, and cultural mediation of adaptation are prominent. Scientific Engagement: Principal Investigator on multiple international projects including ‘Voices of Recovery’, ‘Down2Earth’, and ‘Drowning Prevention in a Changing Climate’ Funded by AHRC, ESRC, NIHR, British Academy, European Commission, and RNLI Active contributor to global policy dialogues on climate resilience and disaster risk management He has advised on disaster risk management for DFID, UNDP, IFRC, and the European Commission. His applied research emphasizes capacity building, monitoring, and evaluation in disaster-prone regions. He leads collaborative, cross-disciplinary teams and mentors early-career researchers, though specific students are not listed. He is embedded in several research networks and contributes to climate and development policy through evidence-based research.
Marie Edmonds is the Head of the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Cambridge, holding the title of Professor of Volcanology and Petrology. She is also the Ron Oxburgh Fellow in Earth Sciences at Queens’ College. Her research focuses on volcanic processes, magma dynamics, and their environmental impacts, including volcano monitoring, gas emissions, and links to climate and planetary habitability. She leads the Cambridge Volcanology Group and contributes to understanding Earth’s deep carbon cycle and ore deposit formation. Edmonds is a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS). Research Interests: Volcanic hazards, magma transport, sulfur cycling, and sustainable resource exploration. Affiliations: Queens’ College, Cambridge Volcanology Group. She actively supervises PhD students and has published extensively on volcanic processes and geochemistry.
Martin Schneider is a Researcher at the Institute of Soil Research , part of the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . He specializes in soil microbiology, nitrogen cycle dynamics, and the environmental impacts of copper-based fungicides. Doctorate in Soil Science (2016, BOKU) Master's in Environmental and Bioresource Management (2011-2016, BOKU) His research focuses on soil microbial communities , nutrient cycling , and regenerative agriculture , particularly how tillage, cover crops, and copper-based fungicides affect soil health. His work includes field experiments, microbial network analysis, and ecotoxicological assessments. Recent publications highlight trends in soil microbiome disruption from copper fungicides, regenerative farming systems , and nutrient cycling optimization . He has presented at international conferences such as the EGU General Assembly and ALVA Jahrestagung . While no formal scientific awards are listed, his projects have been funded by national ministries and the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) . He collaborates with institutions like AIT Austrian Institute of Technology and Luke Natural Resources Institute Finland . Martin Schneider has contributed to popular science articles in journals like BOKU-Das Magazin der Universität des Lebens and participated in media discussions on soil health. His work addresses critical issues in climate-resilient agriculture and environmental conservation .
Jerry P. Fairley serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences within the College of Science at the University of Idaho. His academic career spans three decades with continuous research contributions in hydrogeological systems and geothermal energy applications. Education: B.S. in Geology (1984) from State University of New York College at Cortland M.S. in Geosciences (1991) from University of Nevada, Las Vegas Ph.D. in Earth Resources Engineering (2000) from University of California, Berkeley Professor Fairley's research centers on fluid dynamics in complex geological media , with emphasis on heterogeneous porous systems, geothermal reservoir characterization, and environmental applications including carbon sequestration and nuclear waste disposal. His work integrates field measurements, geospatial analysis, and numerical modeling to address challenges in hydrothermal systems and arid-region groundwater management. Recent projects demonstrate particular expertise in Yellowstone hydrothermal dynamics and Chilean mining district hydrology. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2017-2024) reveals consistent focus on hydrothermal system behavior (particularly Yellowstone), groundwater recharge in arid environments (notably Chilean Andes), and geothermal resource assessment using geostatistical methods. His work bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with practical energy and water resource applications, often employing innovative field measurement techniques like ice box calorimetry and thermal anomaly mapping. Professor Fairley has led significant collaborative research initiatives including the NSF-funded project Constraining Heat Flux from the Shallow Geothermal System, Yellowstone Caldera (2013), demonstrating sustained external funding for his geothermal investigations. His fieldwork spans diverse geological settings from Idaho's Snake River Plain to active volcanic zones in Japan and Chile.
Susan Fisher-Hoch is a Professor in the Epidemiology department at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston's School of Public Health Brownsville campus. She directs the Cameron County Hispanic Cohort (n=5000), a community-based study focused on health disparities among Mexican Americans. Research Interests : Health disparities, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer research, and infectious disease epidemiology in underserved populations. Her recent publications demonstrate methodological expertise in social network analysis applied to disaster recovery, water conflict resolution, and mental health outcomes. Key scientific awards include: Légion d'Honneur (for work on Ebola/Lassa fever biosafety) Her grants include NIH and CPRIT funding for studies on chronic disease in minority populations. She teaches an online international epidemic investigation course based on real-world outbreak scenarios.
Santiago Arellano is a Researcher at Chalmers University of Technology within the Geoscience and Remote Sensing unit. His work focuses on the physics of volcanic and atmospheric processes via spectroscopic remote sensing , including instrument development, fieldwork, and data analysis for volcanic gas emissions (SO2, CO2, mercury) to understand geophysical and environmental risks. Research Themes: Volcanic gas emissions and atmospheric interactions Remote sensing techniques (DOAS, FTIR, UAVs) Environmental risk assessment Global volcanic monitoring networks (NOVAC) Recent Publications (2025-2016): Volcanic plume dynamics and atmospheric scattering SO2 emission trends and dispersion modeling Mercury depletion in plumes Drone-based gas plume measurements Multi-sensor integration for activity analysis Global volcanic volatile budgets Projects: Global Volcanic and Atmospheric Observation Programme NOVAC (Network for Observation of Volcanic and Atmospheric Change) ECMWF CAMS2_61 Emissions DECADE initiative for volcanic outgassing
Prof. Dr. Fred Krüger is a Professor of Geography at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, leading the AG Routines and Ruptures in Cultures and Cities (R2C2) research group within the Institute of Geography. His work focuses on geographical development studies, vulnerability and risk in disaster contexts, and urban studies, with particular emphasis on the Global South. Krüger maintains an active research profile with numerous international collaborations and fieldwork projects across Africa. His research interests span the interconnections between culture and disasters, urban justice, vulnerability patterns, and urban governance. Krüger approaches these topics through theoretical frameworks including theories of practice, political ecology, political economy, and governance approaches. He views culture as "a multiplicity of fields of practice, embedded in social and environmental contexts" that are constantly transforming under social pressures and environmental change. The publications and research projects led by Krüger demonstrate consistent focus on disaster risk reduction through cultural understanding, urban resilience, and justice-oriented approaches to city planning. His work often examines the concept of "community" critically, explores urban green infrastructure, and investigates the right to the city framework in African contexts. As an educator, Krüger actively involves students in research through field courses in locations such as the Okavango Delta (Botswana), Zanzibar, and high mountain environments, focusing on livelihoods, environmental perception, and disaster preparedness. His students have presented research at major conferences including AAG meetings and Anthropology, Weather and Climate Change conferences. Current research projects under Krüger's leadership include AfriCity, JustUrban/JustUrban+, Cultures and Disasters, and various initiatives examining urban development in Sub-Saharan Africa. His major academic outputs include editing the IFRC World Disasters Report 2014 on Risk and Culture, co-authoring the book Cultures and Disasters, and contributing to research on Post-Apartheid Cities.
Professor Jeremy C Phillips is affiliated with the University of Bristol as a Professor of Volcanology and Natural Hazards at the School of Earth Sciences. He leads projects under the Cabot Institute for the Environment and collaborates internationally with institutions in Ecuador , Colombia , St Vincent and the Grenadines , China , and emerging partners in Peru and DPRK . Research Focus : Physical volcanology with emphasis on lahar dynamics , volcanic ash transport , and hydrometeorological hazard interactions Interdisciplinary risk management frameworks integrating social vulnerability and physical hazard models Development of open-source tools: PlumeRise for ash hazard modeling and LaharFlow for lahar risk assessment Scientific Collaborations : NERC-ESRC projects (STREVA, BRIDGE) GCRF-funded initiatives in volcanic resilience
