Chuck Stewart

Dr. Chuck Stewart is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, with a focus on applying computer vision to ecological research and environmental conservation. His work bridges artificial intelligence with wildlife monitoring, enabling scalable solutions for animal behavior studies.

• PhD in Computer Science, University of Wisconsin
• B.A. in Mathematics, Williams College

His research interests center on computer vision for ecological applications, including animal re-identification, drone-based monitoring, and dataset development for behavioral analysis. Recent projects involve creating open-source tools like the WildWing UAS and datasets such as KABR and BaboonLand.

Recent publications highlight trends in using AI algorithms for cross-species identification, diffusion models in evolutionary studies, and multimodal knowledge graphs for ecological data. Collaborations span institutions and disciplines, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation.

Dr. Stewart is affiliated with the Darrin Fresh Water Institute and contributes to NSF-funded initiatives, including the AI Research Institute, focusing on multidisciplinary approaches to societal challenges in conservation.