I am an ecologist using open source technologies to teach and understand fascinating phenomena in the natural world. Much of my research takes place in East Africa where I study the affect of animal microbiomes on environmental ecosystem functioning. I work with academic, non-governmental organizations, and governmental agencies to better understand the causes and consequences of ecological change through the lens of animal and environmental microbiomes.

team of researchers and the sunset

Amanda and Chris by the river

Picture of Chris

team of researchers

fish sampling

artificial streams