Matthew Mumma
Matthew Mumma
Matthew Mumma
Current Address
Department of Biology and Wildlife
Murie Building
University of Alaska
Fairbanks, AK 99775
Permanent Address
241 N Lieuallen St
Moscow, ID 83844
610-212-9590
Matthew Mumma
Education______
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, 2014
Doctorate of Philosophy
§ Fish and Wildlife Sciences
§ Advisor: Lisette Waits
§ Dissertation – “Using molecular tools to evaluate predator-prey relationships in Newfoundland”
§ Graduate Certificate in Statistics
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, Kutztown, PA, 2003
Bachelor of Science
§ Biology with an emphasis on Ecology and Organismal Biology
§ Minor in Writing
§ Thesis – “The effect of seed size on germination and growth of chestnut oak and red oak”
Research Experience______
University of Alaska, Fairbanks, AK, 2015 – present
Postdoctoral Researcher
§ Exploring mesopredator release following the removal of large carnivores
§ Using noninvasive genetic techniques and spatial capture-recapture models to estimate predator densities
§ Serving as a resource for graduate student research
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, 2009 – 2014
PhD Candidate
§ Compared morphological and molecular food habit analyses of predator scats
§ Developed a novel framework for predator species identification/prediction at prey kill sites
§ Evaluated multiple noninvasive techniques to optimize sampling of large carnivores
§ Tested expectations of Holling’s predator-prey models in a multi predator, multi-prey system
University of Delaware, Newark, DE, 2008 – 2009
Research Technician
§ Captured sika deer using drop nets, clover box traps and tranquilizing guns
§ Tracked movements of 48 radio-collared sika deer using radio telemetry
§ Monitored trail cameras for mark-recapture study
§ Worked with local outfitters and state officials to collect data on harvested animals
§ Communicated with local land owners to secure private land access
Merck and Co., Inc., West Point, PA, 2004 – 2008
Staff Biologist
§ Performed necropsies on mice, rats, rabbits, monkeys and dogs
§ Prepared tissues for histological examination
§ Served as primary trainer and archivist for the microtomy laboratory
§ Functioned as microtomy laboratory project coordinator for LEAN efficiency project
§ Coordinated bulk chemical preparation for pathology laboratories
Biorexis Pharmaceutical Corporation, King of Prussia, PA, 2003 – 2004
Research Associate
§ Conducted cell-based assays to determine drug efficacy
§ Developed new cell lines via transfection
§ Organized and maintained frozen cell banks
Teaching and Mentorship______
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Fall 2014
Co-Lecturer on Record
§ Fish and Wildlife Population Ecology (48 students)
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Fall 2013
Undergraduate Research Mentor
§ Genevieve Pugesek – Ecology and Conservation Biology Program
§ Senior Thesis – “A molecular evaluation of the effects of supplementary feeding on black bear diet in Newfoundland”
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Fall 2013
Co-Instructor
§ Conservation Biology (63 students)
University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Spring 2013
Teaching Assistant, Guest Lecturer
§ Wildlife Ecology (55 students)
§ Principles of Population Dynamics (16 students)
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA, 2002 – 2003
Plant Lab Assistant
§ Introduction to Botany
§ Taxonomy of Vascular Plants
§ Plant Physiology
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA, 2000 – 2001
Biology Tutor
§ Principles of Biology
§ Intro to Zoology
§ Intro to Botany
Publications______
Mumma MA, Soulliere CA, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (2014) Enhanced understanding of predator prey relationships using molecular methods to identify predator species, individual and sex. Molecular Ecology Resources 14, 100-108.
Landguth EL, Fedy BC, Oyler-McCance SJ, Garey AL, Emel SL, Mumma M, Wagner HH, Fortin M, Cushman SA (2012) Effects of sample size, number of markers, and allelic richness on the detection of spatial genetic pattern. Molecular Ecology Resources 12, 276-284.
Publications (in review)
Bastille-Rousseau G, Rayl N, Ellington EH, Schaefer JA. Peers M, Mumma M, Mahoney S, Murray D (submitted) Variation in niche overlap, encounter, and mortality among incidental predators and a common prey. Animal Behaviour.
Mumma MA, Adams J, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (submitted) A comparison of morphological and molecular food habit analyses of predator scats. Journal of Mammalogy.
Mumma MA, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (in revision) Evaluating noninvasive genetic sampling methods to estimate the abundance of three large carnivores. Molecular Ecology Resources.
Publications (in prep)
Bastille-Rousseau G, Schaefer JA, Lewis K, Mumma M, Ellington H, Rayl N, Pouliot D, Latifovic R, Mahoney SP, Murray DL (in prep) Shifting interactions between climate, predators and density-dependence explain three decades of variation in neonatal caribou survival.
Mumma MA, Gullage S, Soulliere CE, Murray DL, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (in prep) Predicting predator species at caribou calf kill sites in a multi-predator system.
Mumma MA, Rayl N, Ellington EH, Bastille-Rouseau G, Fuller T, Organ J, Murray D, Lewis K, Mahoney S, Waits L (in prep) The relationship between predation rate and prey growth in a behaviorally complex multi-predator, multi-prey system.
Other Publications
Mumma M, Waits LP (2011) Using Genetic techniques to inform wildlife management decisions in Newfoundland, Canada. Safari Club International Newsletter.
Professional Presentations______
Mumma M, Rayl N, Fuller T, Organ J, Mahoney S, Waits L (2014) Evaluating predator densities across a landscape in the midst of a predator avoidance strategy. North American Congress for Conservation Biology, Missoula, MT.
Mumma M, Waits L (2014) A novel molecular and statistical approach to identifying predator species at caribou calf kill sites. University of Idaho Innovation Showcase, Moscow, Idaho.
Pugesek G, Mumma M, Gullage S, Mahoney S, Waits L (2014) A genetic evaluation of the effects of supplementary feeding on black bear diet. Northwest and Idaho Chapters of The Wildlife Society, Boise, Idaho.
Mumma M, Soulliere C, Mahoney S, Waits L (2014) A predictive model of predator species at caribou calf kill sites in a multi-predator community. Northwest and Idaho Chapters of The Wildlife Society, Boise, Idaho.
Mumma M, Soulliere C, Mahoney S, Waits L (2013) CSI Newfoundland: Molecular identification of caribou calf predators. Idaho Chapter of The Wildlife Society, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Mumma M, Lewis K, Fifield D, Waits L (2012) A comparison of abundance and density estimation techniques for black bears and coyotes in Newfoundland. American Society of Mammalogists, Reno, NV.
Adams J, Mumma M, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Waits L (2011) Molecular identification of multiple prey species remains in predator scats. The Wildlife Society Conference, Waikoloa, Hawaii.
Lewis K, Mumma M, Waits L, Zieminski C, Soulliere C (2011) Preliminary estimates of black bear density in caribou calving areas, Newfoundland, Canada (poster). International Conference on Bear Research and Management, Ottawa, Ontario.
Mumma M, Soulliere C, Waits L (2011) CSI Newfoundland: Molecular identification of caribou calf predators. Arctic Ungulate Conference, Yellowknife, NWT.
Mumma M, Waits L, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Soulliere C (2010) Evaluating non-invasive genetic techniques to estimate the population sizes of the major predators of Newfoundland caribou. The Wildlife Society Conference, Snowbird, UT.
Mumma M, Sacchi C (2003) The effect of seed size on germination and growth of red oak and chestnut oak. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania University Biologists’ Annual Meeting, Shippensburg, PA.
Grants and Scholarships______
$1500 – Using molecular tools to evaluate a black bear diversionary feeding project, Mumma MA, American Society of Mammalogists 2013
$2500 – Oceans, Ice, and Climate Change Speaker Series, Mumma MA, Lonsinger R, University of Idaho Sustainability Center Grant 2012
$630 – University of Idaho Travel Grant 2012
$150 – The effect of seed size on germination and growth of chestnut oak and red oak, Mumma MA, Sacchi CA, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania University Biologists’ Student Research Grant 2003
$9000 – Pennsylvania Science and Technology Scholarship 2001 – 2003
$1000 – Manheim Touchdown Club Scholarship 1999
Honors______
University of Idaho, Alumni Award for Excellence 2014
University of Idaho, Wildlife Science, Outstanding Graduate Student 2014
Kutztown University of PA, Biological Sciences, Outstanding Student 2003
Commonwealth of PA University Biologists' Conference, Best Ecological Presentation 2003
Kutztown University of PA, Dean's List 1999-2000, 2002-2003
Manheim Central High School, Lancaster/Lebanon League All Star, Baseball/Football 1999
Service ______
Dept of Fish and Wildlife Population Ecology Professor Search Committee, University Idaho 2013
Palouse Prairie School Science Day Instructor, University of Idaho 2013
“Oceans, Ice and Climate Change” Speaker Series Coordinator, University of Idaho 2013
Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse Volunteer, Lentil Festival Parade, Pullman, WA 2013
Dept of Fish and Wildlife Science Associate Professor Promotion Committee, University Idaho 2013
Graduate and Professional Student Association Senator, University of Idaho 2012 – 2013
Service Trip El Quiché, Guatemala 2009
Branch Creek Community Church Food Bank Volunteer, Harleysville, PA 2008
Service Trip Homeless Shelter and Soup Kitchen, Baltimore, MD 1998
Professional Affiliations______
Member
Society for Conservation Biology 2014 – Present
American Society of Mammalogists 2012 – Present
The Wildlife Society 2010 – Present
Reviewer
Journal of Mammalogy, Molecular Ecology, Molecular Ecology Resources, Urban Naturalist
Skills______
Matthew Mumma
Lab
DNA extraction
PCR
Gel electrophoresis
Microsatellite analysis
DNA sequencing
Field
Firearm safety and use
Tranquilization training
Animal capture and handling
Necropsy
Telemetry
Programs
ArcMAP
CAPWIRE
DENSITY
GenAlEx
MARK
RELIOTYPE
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STRUCTURE
Matthew Mumma