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 design and policy impacts on water infrastructure systems performance by analyzing feedback in human-hydrological systems, assessing design choices and informing decision making.

Olcay Ünver is a global leader in public policy, governance, and management of water resources; water and food security; and international development. He is the 2023 recipient of IWRA’s prestigious Crystal Drop Award.