Biography

Biography

I am a criminologist, criminal justice scholar, and crime scientist that engages in both applied and theoretical inter-disciplinary and trans-disciplinary research. I am currently involved in a number of projects that center on better understanding the characteristics and dynamics of wildlife crime, including the illegal wildlife trade, as well as its intersection with other criminal activity (e.g., corruption). I am also involved in several projects that examine conservation-related law enforcement and crime prevention. Finally, I have actively engaged in research projects that seek to understand the experiences and perspectives of conservation rangers around the world.

Education

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Rutgers University - Newark
B.A. in Criminology, Simon Fraser University

Areas of Expertise
  • Wildlife crime
  • Wildlife law enforcement
  • Environmental criminology and crime science

Research