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Mason Mathews is an Assistant Research Professor at the Knowledge Exchange for Resilience (KER) within Arizona State University's School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. He is affiliated with the Spatial Analysis Research Center (SPARC). His work focuses on social networks, social capital, and geographic information systems (GIS) to study community resilience, disaster management, and cross-organizational collaboration. He has developed tools such as the SSEER Map and Global Hazards and Disaster Center Mapping Platform to enhance research collaboration globally.
Education:
- PhD in Interdisciplinary Ecology (Human Geography), University of Florida
- MA in International Affairs – Natural Resources and Sustainable Development, American University and United Nations University for Peace
- B.S. in Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism, Colorado State University
Research Interests: Mason explores how social networks and GIS can improve community responses to environmental, economic, and social shocks. He studies university-community partnerships, disaster resilience, and Latin America-focused social movements. His work emphasizes creating practical tools for collaboration and disaster preparedness.
Key Projects:
- Development of the SSEER Census Survey and Mapping Tool
- Global Hazards and Disaster Center Mapping Platform
- Analysis of VOAD collaboration in Arkansas and Nebraska
- Studies on social capital dynamics in the Brazilian Amazon
Advising & Grants: While no formal students are listed, Mason advises projects related to disaster research and collaboration. His work is funded through partnerships with institutions like the Natural Hazard Center and Save the Children – US.
Labs/Teams: SPARC and KER are central to his research activities, alongside collaborations with global disaster research networks.
