land Experts

William Whittaker

Founders University Research ProfessorCarnegie Mellon University

A field robotics pioneer, William "Red" Whittaker's research interests centers on mobile robots in unpredictable environments.

Kathryn Libal, Ph.D.

Director, Gladstein Family Human Rights Institute, and Professor, Social Work & Human RightsUniversity of Connecticut

Professor Libal researches human rights norms and practices, including the ability to secure adequate food and housing.

Ranjit Singh

Associate Professor of Political Science and International AffairsUniversity of Mary Washington

Dr. Singh has served as an accredited international observer to elections in South Africa, Namibia, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.

Aly Mousaad Aly

Associate ProfessorLouisiana State University

Dr. Aly is revolutionizing resilient infrastructure via pioneering AI-enhanced large-scale wind engineering and control for extreme weather.

Johanna Engstrom

Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Florida

Johanna Engström’s research focuses on hydroclimatology, water resources, drought and renewable energies, with a focus on the southeast U.S.

Jehangir Bhadha

Associate ProfessorUniversity of Florida

Jehangir Bhadha is advancing integrated soil, water, and nutrient management to promote sustainable agriculture.

Ascanio Piomelli

Associate Dean for Experiential Learning and Professor of LawUC Hastings College of the Law

Contacts: piomelli@uchastings.edu / 415-581-8925 / Office: 100 McAllister Street, Suite 350

Liliane Binego

Researcher in Stabilisation AgricultureCoventry University

Liliane Binego's research work involves responding and building resilient food productions systems in fragile environments.

Evgeniya Pyatovskaya

Assistant Professor of Communication StudiesLoyola Marymount University

Clem Clay

Director of Extension Agriculture ProgramUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst

Clem Clay oversees professionals serving the agriculture, forestry, fruit-growing and commercial horticulture industries in Massachusetts.