A highly accomplished researcher and lecturer specializing in mathematical modeling of climate systems, ecological dynamics, and statistical mechanics. Currently a Principal Investigator at the SETI Institute and Lecturer at The Open University. Leads multiple NSF and NASA-funded projects on Arctic sea ice, climate tipping points, and mass extinctions. Awarded prestigious fellowships including the Edward Lorenz Postdoctoral Fellowship and Green Talents Award. Extensive publication record in high-impact journals and active organizer of international scientific workshops.