Matthew Mason

Professor Matthew Mason (PhD, PGCert, SFHEA, FRSB, FAandMEd) is a faculty member at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience. He serves as the University Physiologist and Professor of Comparative Physiology, with a focus on teaching physiology to medical, veterinary, and natural science students. His research explores the structure, function, and evolution of vertebrate ear anatomy, particularly in subterranean mammals like moles and mole-rats.

Key research themes include:

• Mammalian Auditory Systems: Middle ear mechanics, seismic sensitivity, and evolutionary adaptations in subterranean species.
• Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy: Cross-species analysis of ear structures and physiological responses to environmental pressures.
• Respiratory Turbinate Morphology: Thermal regulation mechanisms in Arctic and subtropical seals.

His publications span top journals like Journal of Anatomy, Biological Reviews, and Nature. He received the University of Cambridge Pilkington Prize (2018) for teaching excellence. He maintains active lab collaborations and contributes to educational innovation through platforms like www.hippomedics.com.