جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Kristen Underwoodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Water Resources
• Fluvial Geomorphology
• Hydrology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Kristen Underwood is a Research Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Vermont (UVM), affiliated with the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. Her work bridges water resources engineering, aquatic ecology, and advanced computational methods to address environmental challenges. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering and an M.S. in Geosciences from UVM and Penn State University, respectively. Education: Ph.D., Environmental Engineering (UVM); M.S., Geosciences (Penn State) Her research focuses on applying machine learning, Bayesian inference, and geostatistical tools to study catchment dynamics, fluvial geomorphology, and sediment-nutrient flux in rivers. She explores sustainable infrastructure design and floodplain restoration to mitigate hazards and enhance ecological compatibility. Recent work emphasizes floodplain functionality, including sediment deposition patterns and phosphorus retention in restored wetlands. She collaborates on projects like the Functioning Floodplain Initiative and Vermont’s Water Resources Monitoring Network. Publications highlight innovative applications of AI in turbidity forecasting, flood routing models, and snow hydrology using LIDAR data. She also investigates the impact of climate change on water systems and interdisciplinary approaches to Critical Zone science. Dr. Underwood teaches courses in Applied River Engineering and Data Analytics for Water Resources, reflecting her commitment to integrating theory and practical solutions in environmental engineering.

• Wildfire Impacts
• Ecosystem Biogeochemical Cycles
• Water Resources Availability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jia Yang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management at Oklahoma State University, part of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR). His research focuses on ecosystem responses to climate change and wildfires, employing process-based modeling and remote sensing. He holds a Ph.D. in Forestry from Auburn University (2015) and a B.S. in Biology/Applied Meteorology from China Agricultural University (2007). Research Interests: Wildfire impacts, climate adaptation, ecohydrology, geospatial modeling, and water resource dynamics. Teaching: Courses include Geospatial Technologies for Natural Resources, Ecosystem Modeling, and Natural History. Active in advising doctoral and master’s students. Grants: Includes studies on wildfire risk mapping, afforestation effects on water resources, and climate resilience in rural communities. Recent funding from NSF and state agencies. Publications: Over 80 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Ecological Indicators, Journal of Hydrology, and Global Biogeochemical Cycles, focusing on climate-fire interactions, hydrological modeling, and land-use change impacts.

• Soil and Water Interactions
• Ecohydrology
• Woody Plant Encroachment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chris Zou is a Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology & Management at Oklahoma State University, associated with the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR). His research focuses on soil-water-vegetation interactions, particularly woody plant encroachment impacts on ecological and hydrological processes in grassland-forest transition zones. He holds a PhD from the University of Canterbury (New Zealand) and completed postdoctoral training at Texas A&M University. Research interests include ecohydrological modeling, climate change effects, and sustainable land use strategies. He has secured over 26 grants since 2005, including projects on prescribed fire impacts, switchgrass production, and water resource resilience. His work bridges field studies with process-based models, emphasizing practical applications for ecosystem management. Recent studies investigate wildfire danger under climate change, trace-element dynamics from juniper encroachment, and future species distribution shifts. Collaborations span institutions like the USDA and USGS, addressing regional sustainability challenges in the Southern Great Plains.

• Econometric Methods in Finance
• Insurance Demand Modeling
• Stock Market Anomalies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dorota Wiśniewska is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Insurance within the University of Economics and Business in Poznań. Her research focuses on econometric methods in finance, insurance demand modeling, and market efficiency analysis. She has contributed to studies on consumer bankruptcy, environmental management systems, and agricultural risk financing. Education: Ph.D. awarded in 2008. She has authored over 16 publications, with recent work addressing prenatal insurance innovations, corporate financial distress, and ISO 14001-compliant environmental risk management. Her research spans panel data analysis in trade credit, drought insurance adoption by Polish farmers, and the impact of financialization on income inequality. Professional achievements include 7 recognized accomplishments, though specific awards are unlisted. She has supervised 3 students and participated in 13 professional activities. Her work bridges theoretical econometric modeling with practical applications in insurance, corporate finance, and agricultural policy. Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliations are mentioned in the profile.

• Marine Conservation
• Social-Ecological Systems
• Fisheries Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nadine Narayan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Coastal Studies at East Carolina University (ECU). She holds a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Leeds and an M.S. in Geography from the University of Exeter. Her research focuses on marine conservation, social-ecological systems, and sustainable resource management. She previously worked as a postdoctoral scholar at Cornell University and the University of California Santa Cruz. Her work combines social science and geospatial methods to study marine protected areas and fisheries, aiming to enhance ecosystem protection and resource sustainability. Key research interests include local ecological knowledge, common pool resource management, and climate change impacts on coastal communities. Narayan has secured grants from prestigious organizations like the NSF, including a Belmont Forum Collaborative Research grant (2021–2025) addressing ocean conflicts and equitable solutions. She also leads projects on mangrove restoration, fisheries vulnerability, and community-driven coastal protection strategies. Her presentations include discussions on fisheries conflicts in Hawaiian communities, mangrove loss drivers, and storm risk mitigation. She actively reviews for journals like One Earth and contributes to international conferences such as the International Marine Protected Area Congress.

Malte Müllerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Meteorology
• Oceanography
• Arctic Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Malte Müller is an Associate Professor at the Section for Meteorology and Oceanography (MetOs) at the University of Oslo , specializing in Arctic climate dynamics, numerical weather prediction, and ocean-ice-atmosphere interactions. His research spans from high-resolution forecasting systems to climate change impacts on polar regions. Key Projects: Copernicus Arctic Marine Forecasting Center, FOCUS, IcySea, Nansen Legacy, SALIENSEAS, PRISMAS Teaching: GEO4902 – Weather Systems Research Themes include: Sea Ice Modeling: Developing kilometer-scale forecasting systems, analyzing marginal ice zone dynamics, and applying machine learning to sea ice drift predictions. Climate Extremes: Studying circulation pattern changes affecting Norwegian precipitation, atmospheric river-induced floods, and tidal evolution under climate change. Observational Networks: Designing open-source oceanographic instruments like OpenMetBuoy for Arctic wave and drift measurements. Publication Trends reveal focus areas in Arctic Meteorology , Sea Ice Dynamics , Tidal Energy Conversion , and Climate Risk Assessment through collaborations with institutions like NASA, Copernicus, and international universities. Collaborations span institutions including: NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies Nansen Environmental and Remote Sensing Center Copernicus Marine Service UiO Meteorology and Oceanography Department

• Engineering Geology
• Geotechnics
• Environmental Geology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pedro Gomes Cabral Santarém Andrade is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences (DCT) at the University of Coimbra since 2005. He holds a PhD in Geological Engineering (2005) and a Master's in Engineering Geology (Universidade Nova de Lisboa). His research focuses on Engineering Geology, Geotechnics, Environmental Geology, and Geohazards. He has supervised 40 M.Sc. theses, published 28 journal articles, and contributed to 29 book chapters. He is a member of the Order of Engineers and has collaborated on international projects, including geological studies in Angola. His work emphasizes slope stability, rock mechanics, and geotechnical characterization of natural and urban environments. Education: Licenciatura in Geological Engineering (University of Coimbra, 1990), M.Sc. in Engineering Geology (Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 1995), Ph.D. in Geological Engineering (University of Coimbra, 2005). Professional roles include geological engineering at Planiflora (1991-1992) and academic positions at the University of Coimbra since 1993. Research focuses on geotechnical susceptibility, landslide analysis, and infrastructure stability. He has organized international conferences and edited books on geological engineering. Current projects include the Geosciences Center (UIDB/00073/2020) funded by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT). Key achievements include awards for academic excellence (Distinção e Louvor unânime for his Ph.D. thesis) and contributions to environmental risk assessment in Angola and Portugal. He has pioneered the application of photogrammetry in rock mass analysis and the use of Rock Mass Rating systems for slope stability.

Benjamin Blandfordمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Transportation Planning
• Environmental Planning
• GIS and Spatial Analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Blandford is a senior research scientist at the University of Kentucky's Kentucky Transportation Center since 2006. He holds a PhD in Geography (2015) from the same institution. His research focuses on transportation systems, environmental planning, GIS-based modeling, and geovisualization. Key areas include optimizing snow/ice treatment routes, multimodal energy transportation networks, ecological habitat modeling for endangered species, and vulnerability assessments of infrastructure to natural hazards. Education: PhD in Geography, University of Kentucky (2015) His work integrates geospatial technologies to address complex challenges in traffic safety, public transportation accessibility, and disaster resilience. Current projects involve multi-year assessments of Kentucky's transportation infrastructure vulnerability to extreme weather events. Blandford collaborates on projects spanning energy logistics, ecological impact analysis, and community engagement in transportation decision-making. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Kentucky Transportation Center, a multidisciplinary research unit under the College of Engineering.

• Wildlife Ecology
• Predator-Prey Dynamics
• Carnivore Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ane Eriksen is an Associate Professor at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Applied Ecology, Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology and the Department of Forestry and Wildlife Management. Her research focuses on large carnivore ecology, predator-prey dynamics, and wildlife conservation in boreal ecosystems. Key research interests include wolf behavior, moose population dynamics, and the impacts of human activities on wildlife. She leads projects like CarniForeGraze and Elg i Endring , exploring grazing practices in carnivore habitats and moose migration patterns. Collaborations involve SKANDULV (Scandinavian Wolf Research) and GRENSEVILT (cross-border wildlife management). Her work integrates GPS tracking, accelerometer data, and ecological modeling to address conservation challenges. Recent studies investigate wind power development impacts on wolves, drone-based wildlife monitoring, and carnivore guild behavior around hunter-provided food sources. Publications span topics like wolf territory density effects on moose quotas, predator-prey interactions in boreal forests, and endangered species conservation strategies. Eriksen's interdisciplinary approach bridges ecology, technology, and policy to advance sustainable wildlife management.

• Environmental Economics
• Health Economics
• Labor Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Molitor is an Associate Professor in the Department of Finance at the Gies College of Business, University of Illinois. He also holds a joint appointment in the Department of Economics and serves as the Director of Gies Health Initiatives. Molitor is a Deloitte Scholar and Conrad W. and Shirley A. Hewitt Fellow, with additional affiliations at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). His research focuses on environmental economics, health economics, and labor economics, with particular attention to the impacts of air pollution, workplace wellness programs, and disability policy. He has received the NIHCM Foundation Research Award (2019). Research Interests: Molitor's work examines the intersection of environmental policies and human health, including studies on air pollution effects on labor markets, suicide risk, and mortality. He also investigates socioeconomic disparities in health outcomes, workplace wellness program effectiveness, and the economic implications of disability during recessions. His interdisciplinary approach combines econometric analysis with policy evaluation to address pressing societal challenges. Recent Articles: Molitor's 2024 studies on wildfire smoke's labor market impacts and urban environmental damage mitigation showcase his focus on climate-related health risks. Earlier work includes analyses of temperature adaptation (2021), workplace wellness programs (2020), and hurricane mortality patterns (2018). Recognition: His NIHCM award recognizes contributions to health policy research. Media engagements include coverage of his wildfire-smoke suicide risk study (2023) and disability Medicare research (2022). Leadership & Affiliations: As Director of Gies Health Initiatives, Molitor bridges academic research with practical health policy solutions. His NCSA affiliation supports computational approaches to large-scale health data analysis.

Ryan L. Sriverمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Climate Dynamics
• Earth System Modeling
• Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ryan L. Sriver is an Associate Professor in the Department of Climate, Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), with a joint appointment at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). He joined UIUC in 2012 following a NOAA Climate and Global Change postdoctoral fellowship at Penn State. Dr. Sriver holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences from Purdue University. Education: Ph.D. Earth and Atmospheric Science, Purdue University (2008) M.S. Physics, Purdue University (2003) B.S. Physics, Purdue University (2001) Research Focus: Dr. Sriver's work integrates observational data, statistical methods, and numerical models to understand climate variability, extreme weather events, and future climate projections. Key areas include: Climate dynamics and Earth system modeling Uncertainty quantification in climate risk Tropical cyclones and sea-level rise impacts Machine learning applications for climate prediction His research addresses physical drivers of climate extremes and their societal implications through multi-scale modeling approaches. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019–2025) demonstrate a strong focus on uncertainty quantification in climate projections, extreme event analysis (wildfires, floods, cyclones), and methodological innovations in downscaling and machine learning. Over 60% of recent publications address climate risk assessment methodologies. Awards: NOAA Climate and Global Change Postdoctoral Fellowship Research Leadership: Dr. Sriver leads the Climate Dynamics and Variability Group at UIUC, which develops advanced modeling frameworks to analyze climate extremes and decision-relevant risks. The group collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects spanning climate science, statistics, and impacts modeling.

• Climate Change Impacts
• Hydrology
• Environmental Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simon Gosling is a researcher at the University of Reading, focusing on interdisciplinary environmental science with a strong emphasis on climate change impacts. His work spans hydrology, public health, and socio-environmental systems, often collaborating with institutions like the Environment Agency and international teams. Key research interests include global water scarcity, river flow dynamics, heat-related mortality, and climate adaptation strategies. His contributions include groundbreaking studies on climate change effects using advanced hydrological models and ensemble simulations. Notable projects include the AVOID programme’s climate mitigation analysis and collaborative work on flood risk projections. Gosling’s research integrates policy-relevant insights with technical modeling, addressing both natural and social dimensions of environmental challenges. Publications highlight his expertise in global-scale climate impacts, with a focus on water resources, extreme weather events, and human health. While no awards are explicitly listed, his extensive publication record reflects significant contributions to environmental science and policy. Collaborative projects include the QUEST-GSI initiative exploring freshwater resource uncertainties and the Environment Agency’s heat wave impact assessments. His work underscores the interconnectedness of environmental systems, policy, and human well-being.

Nigel Arnellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hydrological Impacts
• Climate Risk Assessment
• Climate Adaptation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nigel Arnell is Professor of Climate System Science at University of Reading's Department of Meteorology. His research examines climate change impacts on hydrological systems, water resources, and climate risk assessment, with focus on adaptation planning and emergency response strategies. Research interests include hydrological modeling, climate impact indicators, drought prediction, and policy-relevant risk assessment frameworks. Recent work develops methodologies for climate risk communication and adaptation planning. Publications demonstrate expertise in climate impact modeling, drought characterization, and multi-sector risk assessment. Recent work includes Lancet Countdown reports on climate-health connections and UK-focused hydrological studies. Supervises doctoral students working on drought modeling, glacier dynamics, and Hadley circulation impacts. Regular contributor to IPCC assessments since Second Assessment Report.

Linda Hironsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Climate Variability and Change
• Sub-seasonal to Seasonal Predictability
• Tropical Convection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Linda Hirons is a Principal Research Fellow in the Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading. Her work focuses on climate variability and change in Africa, sub-seasonal predictability, tropical convection, and co-producing weather and climate services for societal benefit. She leads the Sub-seasonal to Seasonal (S2S) project workpackage within the GCRF African SWIFT initiative, aiming to enhance African weather forecasting capabilities. Education: PhD in Meteorology (2012, University of Reading). Key Projects: Co-leads SWIFT’s S2S workpackage (2017-present), IMPALA (2015–2018), and CSSP-China (2014–2015). She also contributed to the Met Office’s MetUM-GOML coupled model development. Research Interests: Tropical climate dynamics, monsoon systems, MJO, and the application of forecasts for agriculture and health. Her work emphasizes co-production with African stakeholders to improve decision-making. Grants & Collaborations: Funded by UKRI, WMO, and international partners. Collaborations include Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (Ghana) and the ECMWF. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the National Centre for Atmospheric Science (NCAS) and the Department of Meteorology’s tropical research group.

Flavio Lehnerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Climate Science
• Climate Variability and Change
• Earth System Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Flavio Lehner is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Cornell University. He holds a PhD in Climate Science from the University of Bern (2013), an MSc from the same institution (2009), and a BSc in Geography/Climatology from the University of Basel (2007). Prior to Cornell, he worked at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) and ETH Zürich. His research focuses on understanding climate variability and its impacts on regional scales, particularly through the lens of climate models, reconstructions, and observations. Key areas include quantifying uncertainties in climate projections, analyzing hydroclimate impacts like droughts and extreme events, and improving model performance. His interdisciplinary approach bridges fundamental science and practical applications, such as water resource management and infrastructure planning. Notable awards include the US CLIVAR Early Career Award (2019) and NOAA’s PACE Fellowship (2016). He teaches courses on climate science programming and global warming. His lab explores topics like teleconnections, snowpack dynamics, and downscaling methods, funded by agencies like NOAA and NSF. Lehner’s work emphasizes actionable climate science, aiming to reduce uncertainties and support decision-making in a changing climate.