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Matthew Gray

Associate Professor

Areas of Expertise Ecophysiology of bivalves, ecological restoration, ecosystem services, aquaculture

Bio

Oysters and other marine invertebrates provide numerous benefits to coastal communities and local environments. As an ecophysiologist, my research focuses on understanding the physiological response of marine invertebrates to current and future environmental conditions (e.g. ocean acidification) and the ecological benefits provided by these organisms over space and time.  My studies are intended to broaden our knowledge base and provide relevant information to help inform stakeholders, management, and policy in Maryland and elsewhere.

 

Education
  • University of Maine, Postdoc, 2017, Estuarine Oceanography
  • Oregon State University, 2016, Ph.D., Fisheries Science
  • Drexel University, 2009, M.Sc., Environmental Science
  • Wagner College, 2005, BSc., Biology
Graduate Program Foundation Areas
Regularly Offered Courses
  • Environment and Society (MEES 620)
  • Biological Oceanography (MEES 621)
  • Aquaculture and the Environment (MEES 718F)

Research areas
My work brings together three connected areas:

Bivalve ecophysiology: How environmental conditions affect the health and performance of oysters and other marine invertebrates.

Aquaculture and hatchery production: How biological and environmental factors shape shellfish production and its reliability.

Restoration and ecosystem services: How oysters contribute to ecosystem function, and how that knowledge can inform restoration and management.

Matthew Gray

Contact Information

Office Location: AREL, Room 231
Mailing Address: Cambridge, MD 21613