Matt is a field researcher turned statistician with a hankering not to just get things done, but to do things right. As an observer and analyst, he approaches research with a pragmatic mindset and seeks to analyze data in ways that produce usable and quantitative results. A shift in research methods toward non-invasive sampling is where Matt sees the most potential to address questions relevant to the future of our planet. This type of sampling produces larger data sets that can be analyzed more rigorously and on a broader scale. Producing quantitative information from quality data is where Matt comes in. For Matt, listening to the data is the next step forward in conservation.
Matt’s research looks into the spatiotemporal dynamics of small mammal populations, exploring small mammal abundance and ecological associations. His work involves capture-recapture data – one such data set grew out of his masters thesis on small mammals in the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest. He previously studied a variety of animal and plant taxa in the field, including garter snakes, desert tortoise, and various protected migratory birds. His Ph.D. work will involve...
Matt can be found adventuring throughout Oregon on skis, on foot, or on his mountain bike. He enjoys any outdoor adventure thrown his way, but is equally happy at home caring for his two young daughters.
Matt’s research looks into the spatiotemporal dynamics of small mammal populations, exploring small mammal abundance and ecological associations. His work involves capture-recapture data – one such data set grew out of his masters thesis on small mammals in the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest. He previously studied a variety of animal and plant taxa in the field, including garter snakes, desert tortoise, and various protected migratory birds. His Ph.D. work will involve...
Matt can be found adventuring throughout Oregon on skis, on foot, or on his mountain bike. He enjoys any outdoor adventure thrown his way, but is equally happy at home caring for his two young daughters.