Steve is a senior data scientist at the Data Science Institute, where he supports research groups across campus with projects spanning statistical analysis, machine learning, AI, data engineering, and software development. He works closely with faculty and domain experts to scope problems and architect solutions. His background includes a PhD in Quantitative Ecology and over a decade of building analytical tools and software systems for researchers across a range of disciplines. His interests center on operationalizing data science to bridge the gap between analytical methods and the people who can benefit from them.