Matt Reeves

Matt Reeves serves as a Presidential Innovation Professor and Professor of Hydrogeology in the Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences at Western Michigan University, where he also directs the Hydrogeology Field Course. His research focuses on fluid flow, heat and solute transport in porous media with specialization in fractured rock systems and emerging contaminants.

His academic background includes:

• Ph.D. in Hydrogeology, University of Nevada-Reno (2006)
• M.S. in Geology/Hydrogeology, University of Montana-Missoula (2001)
• B.S. in Soils and Environmental Science, Montana State University-Bozeman (1998)

Dr. Reeves' research addresses climate change impacts on water resources, environmental fate of contaminants (including PFAS, radionuclides, and road salts), geological waste disposal, geothermal energy, and surface water-groundwater interactions. His work combines theoretical modeling with field applications to solve complex hydrogeological problems.

Recent publication analysis reveals dominant themes in PFAS contamination pathways, innovative foam-based sampling/removal techniques, and advanced characterization of fractured rock transport. His Michigan-focused studies on wastewater treatment plants and biosolids demonstrate practical responses to regional environmental challenges.

Dr. Reeves actively mentors graduate students, including:

• G.W. Link
• D.S. Vitale
• E.S. Coffin
• M.E.M. Akara
• R.W. Helmer
• T.T. Buszka
• R.N. Cascarano

His research program likely receives support from agencies like the National Science Foundation and EPA, though specific grants aren't detailed in the source text. As Hydrogeology Field Course Director, he leads hands-on aquifer testing training that bridges classroom theory with real-world hydrogeological practice.