Summary
Carlos Reyes is a conservation scientist and data-forward academic who currently serves as Assistant Professor and Research Data Services Coordinator at the University of Nevada, Reno. Based in Davis, California, he analyzes landscape patterns and the interactions between human and natural processes across large spatial scales. His interdisciplinary focus spans landscape ecology, land systems, impact evaluation, and socio-ecological systems, leveraging GIS, remote sensing, and spatial statistics to inform policy and land-use strategies. With eight years of experience and a track record across institutions such as Mississippi State University, the University of Minnesota, and the University of Wisconsin–Madison, he translates complex data into actionable evidence to counter ecosystem deterioration. He holds a PhD from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and an MSc from Université de Poitiers, with earlier studies in Kiel and East Anglia, reflecting a broad international training. An active educator and collaborator, he bridges research and data services to empower teams and stakeholders to harness spatial insights for conservation.
9 years of coding experience
11 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Science (BSc) at National Autonomous University of Mexico UNAM
Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel
University of East Anglia
Master of Science (MSc), Master of Science (MSc) at Université de Poitiers
Spanish, English, French, Italian