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Dr. Matthew Holden is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at the University of Queensland (UQ), affiliated with the Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science (CBCS) and the Centre for Marine Science (CMS). He holds a Doctoral Diploma in Applied Mathematics from Cornell University. His research focuses on applying mathematical tools to improve environmental outcomes, particularly in biodiversity conservation, fisheries management, and natural resource modeling. He currently serves as Vice President of the Resource Modeling Association and Deputy Director of Research for CBCS.
Holden's work bridges theoretical ecology and practical conservation, emphasizing the use of optimal control theory, dynamical systems, and statistical methods. Key areas include sustainable fisheries strategies, marine protected area effectiveness, and mitigating biodiversity loss through evidence-based policies. He collaborates with institutions like the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and the Australian Fisheries Management Authority.
His educational background includes a PhD from Cornell University, advised by Dr. Stephen Ellner, with postdoctoral experience in applied mathematics. Holden has contributed to high-impact publications in Ecology Letters, Biological Conservation, and Nature Sustainability, focusing on topics like invasive species management, data-limited fisheries, and sustainability trade-offs in global food systems.
Holden advocates for rigorous environmental policies in academic conferences and actively engages in science communication through platforms like The Conversation. He is available for student supervision and media commentary on conservation science and environmental decision-making.
