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James King is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Montreal, specializing in geomorphology and aeolian processes. His research focuses on wind erosion, mineral dust dynamics, and their impacts on climate and ecosystems, particularly in high-latitude regions like the Yukon and Namibia. He holds a BSc in Earth surface sciences from the University of Guelph and a PhD in Physical Geography from an unmentioned institution, with postdoctoral training in climatology. Key research areas include dust emission climatology, glacial retreat impacts, and aerosol-climate interactions. Over 20 ongoing and completed projects, including dust dynamics in proglacial valleys and high-latitude dust sources, are funded by CRSNG, FCI, and international collaborations. King supervises graduate students on topics like dust deposition effects on ecosystems and remote sensing applications. His work integrates field measurements, remote sensing, and climate modeling to advance understanding of dust processes in arid and semi-arid environments. He collaborates with global teams, such as the Hominin Dispersals Research Group, and contributes to initiatives like the Changing Atmospheric Chemistry, Transport, and Emissions (ACTE) project.

• Wind Geomorphology
• Mineral Dust Dynamics
• Climate Change Impacts
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Colin D. Rennie is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. and MASc from the University of British Columbia and a B.Sc. from the University of Guelph, and is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). He is an active researcher, educator, and leader in river and environmental hydraulics. His research focuses on river morphodynamics, sediment transport, turbulence, and aquatic habitat, utilizing advanced techniques including acoustic Doppler current profilers (ADCPs), laboratory physical models, and 3D numerical modeling. His work addresses critical issues such as river stability, flood dynamics, hydroelectric development, and ecosystem protection. The recent trends in his publications reflect a strong emphasis on high-resolution numerical modeling of local scour, sediment transport using acoustic methods, and the morphodynamic impacts of river confluences and floods. His work integrates field data with computational fluid dynamics (CFD), particularly using OpenFOAM, to understand complex flow-sediment interactions. He is an Associate Editor of the Journal of Hydraulic Engineering (ASCE) and has served on editorial boards of Journal of Geophysical Research – Earth Surface (AGU). He is a member of professional organizations including ASCE, IAHR, CSCE, and AGU, and has held leadership roles such as Secretary of the River Hydraulics Division at IAHR. Professor Rennie currently supervises multiple graduate students, including Yi Man, Xiatong Cai, Qingcheng Yu, and others, supporting research in sediment dynamics and hydraulic modeling. He has secured research funding for projects related to river flooding, ice processes, and habitat restoration. His teaching includes CVG3116 (Hydraulics), CVG4001 (Introduction to Civil Engineering Design), CVG4907 (Design Project), CVG5162 (River Hydraulics), and CVG5160 (Sediment Transport). His research has been conducted globally, with collaborations in New Zealand, Switzerland, Spain, and China, where he has led field campaigns and trained researchers in spatial mapping of water and sediment fluxes. He has applied his expertise to major flood events, including the 2013 Alberta flood and the 2017–2019 Ottawa River floods.

• River Engineering
• Environmental Hydraulics
• Sediment Transport
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Ryan Mulligan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Queen's University, affiliated with the Smith School of Engineering. He serves as Research Director at the GeoEngineering Centre and holds a cross-appointment with the Beaty Water Research Centre. His research focuses on coastal engineering and nearshore oceanography, particularly the physical forces shaping coastal regions under extreme events like hurricanes. He contributes editorially to Journal of Geophysical Research - Oceans and explores marine renewable energy impacts. Dr. Mulligan earned his PhD from Dalhousie University (2008), M.A.Sc from the University of British Columbia (1999), and B.A.Sc from Queen's University (1997). His work integrates field observations and numerical models to study coastal processes across spatiotemporal scales, including wave dynamics, sediment transport, and coastal resilience. Recently, he has investigated storm surge modeling in Lake Erie, hurricane-induced coastal erosion, and tidal energy systems in the Bay of Fundy. His research highlights the interaction between nearshore hydrodynamics and geomorphology, with particular attention to macrotidal environments and climate change adaptation strategies. Key applications include managed dyke realignment for flood mitigation and experimental analysis of landslide-generated tsunamis.

• Coastal Engineering
• Nearshore Oceanography
• Hydrodynamics
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Najat Bhiry is a Full Professor in the Department of Geography within the Faculty of Forestry, Geography and Geomatics at Université Laval. She maintains her office at the Abitibi-Price Pavilion (office 3115) and serves as President of the Student Affairs Commission. Her research is closely affiliated with the Centre for Nordic Studies (CEN), where she is a regular member, and she actively participates in multiple research initiatives focusing on northern environments and Indigenous communities. Dr. Bhiry's educational background includes a PhD in Quaternary Geology from Pierre and Marie Curie University in Paris, a Master's degree in Quaternary Geology, and a Bachelor's degree in Geology and Biology. Her academic journey has positioned her at the intersection of earth sciences, environmental studies, and archaeology. Her research interests span Quaternary geology and geomorphology (including stratigraphy, sedimentology, and micromorphology), natural hazards and risks, plant paleoecology, geoarchaeology, and paleoenvironments. She applies these interests to understanding Arctic and subarctic landscapes, with particular attention to the impacts of climate change on northern ecosystems and Indigenous cultural heritage. Her work often integrates geological, archaeological, and environmental perspectives to reconstruct past landscapes and human-environment interactions. Dr. Bhiry's recent publications reveal a strong focus on Arctic and subarctic research, with particular emphasis on permafrost dynamics, geoarchaeology, climate change impacts, and Indigenous knowledge systems. Her work frequently involves international collaborations and addresses critical questions about northern landscape evolution, cultural heritage preservation, and environmental change. She demonstrates expertise in both field-based methodologies and advanced analytical techniques including remote sensing and micromorphological analysis. Dr. Bhiry serves on several important committees and editorial boards: Member of the First Peoples Committee of the Nordic Institute of Quebec Member of the Editorial Board of the Nordicana D platform Member of the Steering Committee of the Ecoscience journal Member of the Steering Committee of the journal Études Inuit Studies Dr. Bhiry currently supervises multiple graduate students including Rachid Addou (postdoctoral fellow), Sabrina Bujold, Laura Brassard, Vincent Filion, Danielle Chiasson, and Laurence Côté (all master's students with thesis). In the past five years, she has successfully guided Josuah Tremblay, Guillaume Pouliot, Jérémy Grenier, Rachel Labrie, Frédéric Mansau, and Sarah Robert to completion of their degrees. Her research is supported by numerous grants from organizations including Fonds de recherche du Québec, Ressources naturelles Canada, CNRS (France), MITACS Inc., and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada. Her laboratory work primarily occurs through the Centre for Nordic Studies (CEN), where she collaborates with interdisciplinary teams studying northern environments. Her research often involves fieldwork in Arctic regions including Nunavik (northern Quebec), Nunatsiavut (Labrador), and international sites in Morocco and Iceland. These teams integrate geological, archaeological, and environmental science perspectives to address complex questions about landscape evolution and human adaptation in northern environments.

• Quaternary Geology
• Geomorphology
• Natural Hazards
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Stephen Wolfe is a Research Scientist at the Geological Survey of Canada and an Adjunct Professor in Geography and Environmental Studies. His work focuses on permafrost dynamics, eolian geomorphology, and climate change impacts in northern environments.

• Permafrost
• Eolian Geomorphology
• Climate Change Impact Assessment
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Mariek E. Schmidt is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Earth Sciences at Brock University, Faculty of Mathematics and Science. She is a leading planetary geologist with active research on both terrestrial and Martian volcanic systems. She has held key roles in multiple NASA Mars missions, including as a Participating Scientist on the Mars Science Laboratory (Curiosity) and Mars 2020 (Perseverance) missions, and previously as a Postdoctoral Collaborator on the Mars Exploration Rover mission. PhD, Oregon State University BA, Colby College Her research focuses on the petrology and geochemistry of igneous and volcanic rocks, particularly basalts on Mars and in volcanic fields across the western United States and Iceland. She integrates field geology, geochemical analysis, and data from planetary rovers to understand the eruptive and environmental histories of volcanic terrains. Her work has significantly contributed to understanding aqueous alteration, hydrothermal systems, and sedimentary processes in Gale Crater. Her recent publications highlight trends in Martian geochemistry, including the detection of tridymite, potassium-rich sandstones, and hydrothermal mineralization—evidence of complex aqueous histories on Mars. She frequently publishes in top journals such as Science , Nature Communications , and Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets . NASA Participating Scientist, Mars Science Laboratory (2012–present) NASA Participating Scientist, Mars 2020 Mission (2020–present) Associate Editor, Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets (2020–present) Editorial Board, Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research (2007–2016) She advises graduate students and leads a research group focused on planetary volcanism and crustal evolution. Her work is supported by the Canadian Space Agency and NASA. She has been involved in instrument development projects such as iSXRD and NeMO SAR. She teaches undergraduate courses in planetary science, mineralogy, and volcanology, and leads field camps in solid Earth geology. She is actively involved in planetary analog studies through the GeoHeuristic Operational Strategies Test (GHOST) rover team, developing best practices for autonomous exploration. Her lab at Brock University supports research in igneous petrology and planetary surface processes.

• Planetary Geology
• Volcanology
• Igneous Petrology
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Alex Smith is a Researcher in the Coastal Research Group at the University of Windsor. His work focuses on coastal geomorphology, dune dynamics, and the impacts of environmental and human factors on coastal systems. He has conducted field studies on barrier beaches, rip tide awareness, and post-storm recovery of coastal areas, including surveys of damage caused by Hurricane Dorian in Prince Edward Island. His research integrates remote sensing technologies (e.g., UAVs) and advanced modeling (e.g., fuzzy cognitive modeling) to understand coastal processes. Key projects include studies on the Point Pelee foreland’s historical changes and the role of recreational boat wakes in inland lake ecosystems. Smith emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending fieldwork with AI-driven analysis to address modern coastal challenges. Notable contributions include advocating for improved beach safety measures following Great Lakes drownings and fostering public engagement through initiatives like the Coastie Initiative. His work highlights the importance of adaptive management strategies for coastal resilience in the face of climate change.

• Coastal Geomorphology
• Coastal Management
• Environmental Science
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Dr. Isaac B. Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Space Science at York University's Lassonde School of Engineering. He holds a Canada Research Chair in Planetary Science and leads research on Mars' ice processes and climate. His work combines field studies in Arctic permafrost analogs and laboratory experiments simulating Martian CO2 ice behavior. The Ice Lab at PSE 403 focuses on radar analysis of Martian subsurface structures and dielectric properties of planetary analog materials. Education includes a Ph.D. in Geosciences from the University of Texas at Austin (2013), followed by a Fulbright Fellowship at Sorbonne University (Paris) and postdoctoral research at Southwest Research Institute (Boulder). Research interests span Martian climate evolution, CO2 ice dynamics, and planetary geomorphology. Key research trends in his publications focus on Mars' polar layered deposits, CO2 ice stratigraphy, and the interplay between atmospheric processes and surface ice stability. His work integrates radar data interpretation, numerical modeling, and field analog studies to reconstruct Martian climate history. Notable contributions include identifying ice age records in polar deposits and developing migration models for spiral trough formations. Scientific awards include the Canada Research Chair designation. Ongoing initiatives involve Arctic fieldwork to study permafrost features analogous to Martian landscapes and laboratory experiments on CO2 ice rheology. The Ice Lab collaborates internationally to advance radar-based planetary exploration techniques.

• Planetary Science
• Mars Climate Processes
• Geomorphology
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Shannon Brown is a Post Doctoral Fellow at the University of Guelph. She holds a B.Sc in Environmental Science and an M.Sc in Geography from the same institution. Research Interests: Her work focuses on Micrometeorology Atmospheric Science Geophysics Publications: Her 2008 research explores shear stress partitioning in wind tunnel simulations, contributing to understanding surface roughness dynamics. Laboratory: Conducts research in Lab 107 at Alexander Hall.

• Micrometeorology
• Atmospheric Science
• Geophysics
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Derek Mueller is Professor in Geography and Environmental Studies at Carleton University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, specializing in Arctic cryospheric change. He holds a B.Sc. (Trent), M.Sc. (McGill), and Ph.D. (Laval). Research investigates climate change impacts on Arctic ice systems: ice shelves, sea/lake ice, and ice islands using remote sensing (microwave/optical) and field observations. Current studies track ice island hazards and glacial fjord dynamics. Articles reveal consistent themes: Ice-ocean interactions in glacial fjords Remote sensing of ice dynamics Ice island deterioration modeling Community-based Arctic monitoring Awards include NSERC Visiting Fellowship (2009), Roberta Bondar Fellowship (2008), and NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2006-07). Teaches graduate courses: Applications in GIS, Northern Environments seminar, and Masters Research Workshop. Leads Water and Ice Research Laboratory (WIRL) and collaborates with ArcticNet, Canadian Ice Service, and international teams.

• Arctic ice shelves
• Climate change indicators
• Cryospheric change detection
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Dr. Paul Hill is a Professor in the Department of Oceanography at Dalhousie University, affiliated with the Marine Affairs Program. He holds degrees from the University of Washington (BA, MSc, PhD). His research focuses on sediment transport dynamics, coastal processes, and marine particles, with expertise in sediment dynamics during climatic events and particle characterization techniques. He teaches courses such as 'The Blue Planet' and 'Advanced Marine Particles.' Key research areas include sediment sorting mechanisms, the impact of anthropogenic changes on coastal sediments, and the application of optical methods for particle analysis. His work integrates field observations, remote sensing, and experimental studies to address environmental and geological questions. Dr. Hill collaborates on interdisciplinary projects, including tidal energy impacts and microplastic distribution in marine ecosystems. Publications span over three decades, emphasizing sediment transport in estuaries, oceanographic processes, and the interplay between climate variability and sedimentary records. He contributes to global research initiatives, such as the evaluation of midwater mining plumes' ecological effects and tidal power generation impacts in the Bay of Fundy.

• Sediment Transport
• Marine Geology
• Oceanography
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Dr. Alex Koiter is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography & Environment at Brandon University, Manitoba, Canada. His research focuses on soil erosion, watershed management, and sediment dynamics, with an emphasis on sediment fingerprinting techniques and agricultural land management practices. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Northern British Columbia (2016) and has published extensively on topics such as phosphorus mobilization, riparian zone management, and the impacts of climate change on agricultural systems. Koiter is affiliated with the Rural Development Institute (RDI) and leads projects addressing excess moisture management in Manitoba's agricultural regions. His work integrates field studies, geochemical analyses, and community engagement to address environmental sustainability challenges. Affiliations: Brandon University (2017–present), Rural Development Institute (RDI) Education: B.Sc. (Environmental Science, University of Guelph, 2006); M.Sc. (Soil Science, University of Manitoba, 2008); Ph.D. (Natural Resources & Environmental Studies, UNBC, 2016) Research Interests: Koiter’s work spans sediment source identification, riparian zone ecology, and the impacts of extreme weather on agricultural productivity. He uses geochemical tracers, radionuclides, and spectral analysis to trace sediment origins in watersheds like Tobacco Creek and La Salle River. Recent projects include evaluating cattle grazing as a tool for phosphorus management and assessing the economic and ecological consequences of excess moisture events in Manitoba. Publications & Awards: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2007, including high-impact work on sediment fingerprinting (e.g., Journal of Soils and Sediments , Geoderma ). Notable awards include the Governor General’s Academic Gold Medal (2017) and the Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (2010–2013). Grants & Advising: Principal Investigator for the Excess Moisture Management project (funded by Manitoba Wheat & Barley Growers Association) and advisor to multiple graduate students and research assistants. His lab focuses on field experiments and interdisciplinary collaboration with experts from the Universities of Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

• Soil Erosion
• Watershed Management
• Sediment Dynamics
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