Hirt is a historian specializing in the American West, environmental history, environmental policy, and sustainability studies.

Elser investigates the theory of biological stoichiometry — the study of the balance of energy and multiple chemical elements in living systems.

Ajay Vinze's areas of interest range from strategic applications/implications of information and communication, with focus on Latin America, East Europe/Balkans and South/Southeast Asia, to sustainability and public health.

Garcia investigates factors influencing the sustainability and resilience of urban water supply systems by advancing the theory of coupled systems and translating theory into actionable models to support infrastructure.

Behshad is pursuing a PhD. program in civil, environmental and sustainable engineering in ASU Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.

Olcay Ünver is a global leader in public policy, governance, and management of water resources; water and food security; and international development.