Matthew Mumma

Matthew A Mumma Ecosystem Science and Management Program University of Northern British Columbia 3333 University Way Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9 web.unbc.ca/~mumma/ [email protected] 250-960-5201

Education______

University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, 2014 Doctorate of Philosophy . Wildlife Science . Advisor: Lisette Waits . Dissertation – “Using molecular tools to evaluate predator-prey relationships in Newfoundland” . Graduate Certificate in Statistics

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, Kutztown, PA, 2003 Bachelor of Science . Biology with a concentration in Ecology and Organismal Biology . Minor in Writing . Thesis – “The effect of seed size on germination and growth of chestnut oak and red oak”

Research Experience______

University of Northern British Columbia, Prince George, BC, 2015 – present Postdoctoral Fellow . Advisor: Michael Gillingham . Assessing the direct and indirect impacts of anthropogenic disturbance on caribou . Investigating tradeoffs between forage and predation risk . Modeling functional responses of wolves to changes in prey availability . Evaluating apparent competition across prey life stages

University of Alaska, Fairbanks, AK, 2015 Postdoctoral Researcher . Advisor: Laura Prugh . Coordinated extraction, species identification, and genotyping coyote, red fox, wolverine, and Canada lynx scat samples . Guided the implementation of spatial capture-recapture models to evaluate spatial segregation among carnivores . Managed genetics laboratory Matthew Mumma

University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, 2009 – 2014 PhD Candidate . Compared morphological and molecular food habit analyses of predator scats . Developed a novel framework for predator species identification/prediction at prey kill sites . Investigated differences in prey selection patterns between two carnivore species . Evaluated multiple noninvasive techniques to optimize sampling of large carnivores . Tested expectations of Holling’s predator-prey models in a multi predator, multi-prey system

University of Delaware, Newark, DE, 2008 – 2009 Research Technician . Captured sika deer using drop nets, clover box traps and tranquilizing guns . Tracked movements of 48 radio-collared sika deer using radio telemetry . Monitored trail cameras for mark-recapture study . Worked with local outfitters and state officials to collect data on harvested animals . Communicated with local land owners to secure private land access

Merck and Co., Inc., West Point, PA, 2004 – 2008 Staff Biologist . Performed necropsies on mice, rats, rabbits, monkeys and dogs . Prepared tissues for histological examination . Served as primary trainer and archivist for the microtomy laboratory . Functioned as microtomy laboratory project coordinator for LEAN efficiency project . Coordinated bulk chemical preparation for pathology laboratories

Biorexis Pharmaceutical Corporation, King of Prussia, PA, 2003 – 2004 Research Associate . Conducted cell-based assays to determine drug efficacy . Developed new cell lines via transfection . Organized and maintained frozen cell banks

Teaching and Mentorship______

University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Fall 2014 Co-Lecturer on Record . Fish and Wildlife Population Ecology (48 students)

University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Fall 2013 Undergraduate Research Mentor . Genevieve Pugesek – Ecology and Conservation Biology Program . Senior Thesis – “A molecular evaluation of the effects of supplementary feeding on black bear diet in Newfoundland”

University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Fall 2013 Co-Instructor Matthew Mumma . Conservation Biology (63 students)

University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Spring 2013 Teaching Assistant, Guest Lecturer . Wildlife Ecology (55 students) . Principles of Population Dynamics (16 students)

Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA, 2002 – 2003 Plant Lab Assistant . Introduction to Botany . Taxonomy of Vascular Plants . Plant Physiology

Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA, 2000 – 2001 Biology Tutor . Principles of Biology . Intro to Zoology . Intro to Botany

Publications______

Bastille-Rousseau G, Rayl N, Ellington E, Schaefer J, Peers M, Mumma M, Mahoney S, Murray D (in press) Temporal variation in resource use, co-occurrence, and risk among generalist predators and a shared prey. Canadian Journal of Zoology.

Bastille-Rousseau G, Schaefer JA, Lewis K, Mumma M, Ellington H, Rayl N, Pouliot D, Latifovic R, Mahoney SP, Murray DL (2015) Phase-dependent climate-predator interactions explain three decades of variation in neonatal caribou survival. Journal of Animal Ecology. DOI: 10.1111/1365-2656.12466.

Mumma MA, Adam JR, Zieminski C, Fuller TK, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (2015) A comparison of morphological and molecular diet analyses of predator scats. Journal of Mammalogy. DOI: 10.1093/jmammal/gyv160.

Mumma MA, Zieminski C, Fuller TK, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (2015) Evaluating noninvasive genetic sampling methods to estimate the abundance of three large carnivores. Molecular Ecology Resources 15, 1133-1144.

Mumma MA, Soulliere CA, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (2014) Enhanced understanding of predator prey relationships using molecular methods to identify predator species, individual and sex. Molecular Ecology Resources 14, 100-108.

Landguth EL, Fedy BC, Oyler-McCance SJ, Garey AL, Emel SL, Mumma M, Wagner HH, Fortin M, Cushman SA (2012) Effects of sample size, number of markers, and allelic richness on the detection of spatial genetic pattern. Molecular Ecology Resources 12, 276-284. Matthew Mumma Publications (in prep) Mumma MA, Gullage S, Soulliere CE, Murray DL, Mahoney SP, Waits LP (in prep) A predictive model elucidates differing patterns of calf selection between carnivores.

Mumma MA, Rayl N, Ellington EH, Bastille-Rouseau G, Fuller T, Organ J, Murray D, Lewis K, Mahoney S, Waits L (in prep) The relationship between predation rate and prey growth in a behaviorally complex multi-predator, multi-prey system.

Mumma MA, Holbrook J, Rayl N, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Organ J, Mahoney S, Waits L (in prep) Patterns of selection in a changing predator complex.

Sivy KJ, Pozzanghera CP, Colson K, Mumma MA, Prugh LR (in prep) Coyote and red fox winter diet relative to wolves and small prey abundance.

Other Publications Mumma M, Waits LP (2011) Using genetic techniques to inform wildlife management decisions in Newfoundland, Canada. Safari Club International Newsletter.

Mumma M (2001) Hawk Mountain: a great escape. The Keystone, Kutztown University student newspaper.

Mumma M (2001) The buzz of the Towne. The Keystone, Kutztown University student newspaper.

Professional Presentations______

Mumma M, Holbrook J, Rayl N, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Mahoney S, Waits L (2015) Patterns of selection in a changing predator complex. The Wildlife Society Conference, Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Mumma M (2015) Using molecular tools to evaluate predator-prey relationships in Newfoundland. Institute of Arctic Biology Life Science Seminar Series, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Alaska.

Mumma M, Rayl N, Fuller T, Organ J, Mahoney S, Waits L (2014) Evaluating predator densities across a landscape in the midst of a predator avoidance strategy. North American Congress for Conservation Biology, Missoula, Montana.

Mumma M, Waits L (2014) A novel molecular and statistical approach to identifying predator species at caribou calf kill sites. University of Idaho Innovation Showcase, Moscow, Idaho.

Pugesek G, Mumma M, Gullage S, Mahoney S, Waits L (2014) A genetic evaluation of the effects of supplementary feeding on black bear diet. Northwest and Idaho Chapters of The Wildlife Society, Boise, Idaho.

Mumma M, Soulliere C, Mahoney S, Waits L (2014) A predictive model of predator species at caribou calf kill sites in a multi-predator community. Northwest and Idaho Chapters of The Wildlife Society, Boise, Idaho. Matthew Mumma Mumma M, Soulliere C, Mahoney S, Waits L (2013) CSI Newfoundland: Molecular identification of caribou calf predators. Idaho Chapter of The Wildlife Society, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Mumma M, Lewis K, Fifield D, Waits L (2012) A comparison of abundance and density estimation techniques for black bears and coyotes in Newfoundland. American Society of Mammalogists, Reno, Nevada.

Adams J, Mumma M, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Waits L (2011) Molecular identification of multiple prey species remains in predator scats. The Wildlife Society Conference, Waikoloa, Hawaii.

Lewis K, Mumma M, Waits L, Zieminski C, Soulliere C (2011) Preliminary estimates of black bear density in caribou calving areas, Newfoundland, Canada (poster). International Conference on Bear Research and Management, Ottawa, Ontario.

Mumma M, Soulliere C, Waits L (2011) CSI Newfoundland: Molecular identification of caribou calf predators. Arctic Ungulate Conference, Yellowknife, NWT.

Mumma M, Waits L, Zieminski C, Fuller T, Soulliere C (2010) Evaluating non-invasive genetic techniques to estimate the population sizes of the major predators of Newfoundland caribou. The Wildlife Society Conference, Snowbird, UT.

Mumma M, Sacchi C (2003) The effect of seed size on germination and growth of red oak and chestnut oak. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania University Biologists’ Annual Meeting, Shippensburg, PA.

Grants and Scholarships______

$1500 – Using molecular tools to evaluate a black bear diversionary feeding project, Mumma MA, American Society of Mammalogists 2013 $2500 – Oceans, Ice, and Climate Change Speaker Series, Mumma MA, Lonsinger R, University of Idaho Sustainability Center Grant 2012 $630 – University of Idaho Travel Grant 2012 $150 – The effect of seed size on germination and growth of chestnut oak and red oak, Mumma MA, Sacchi CA, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania University Biologists’ Student Research Grant 2003 $9000 – Pennsylvania Science and Technology Scholarship 2001 – 2003 $1000 – Manheim Touchdown Club Scholarship 1999

Honors______

University of Idaho, Alumni Award for Excellence 2014 University of Idaho, Wildlife Science, Outstanding Graduate Student 2014 Kutztown University of PA, Biological Sciences, Outstanding Student 2003 Commonwealth of PA University Biologists' Conference, Best Ecological Presentation 2003 Kutztown University of PA, Dean's List 1999-2000, 2002-2003 Manheim Central High School, Lancaster/Lebanon League All Star, Baseball/Football 1999 Matthew Mumma

Service ______

Wildlife Contractor Selection Committee, Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resources, BC, 2015 Dept of Fish and Wildlife Population Ecology Professor Search Committee, University Idaho 2013 Palouse Prairie School Science Day Instructor, University of Idaho 2013 “Oceans, Ice and Climate Change” Speaker Series Coordinator, University of Idaho 2013 Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse Volunteer, Lentil Festival Parade, Pullman, WA 2013 Dept of Fish and Wildlife Science Associate Professor Promotion Committee, University Idaho 2013 Graduate and Professional Student Association Senator, University of Idaho 2012 – 2013 Service Trip El Quiché, Guatemala 2009 Branch Creek Community Church Food Bank Volunteer, Harleysville, PA 2008 Service Trip Homeless Shelter and Soup Kitchen, Baltimore, MD 1998

Professional Affiliations______

Member Society for Conservation Biology 2014 – Present American Society of Mammalogists 2012 – Present The Wildlife Society 2010 – Present

Reviewer Biodiversity Management & Forestry; Cogent Biology; Mammalogy; Molecular Ecology; Molecular Ecology Resources; Urban Naturalist; Wildlife Society Bulletin

Skills______

Lab Field Programs DNA extraction Firearm safety and use ArcMAP PCR Tranquilization training CAPWIRE Gel electrophoresis Animal capture and handling DENSITY Microsatellite analysis Chemical immobilization GenAlEx DNA sequencing Necropsy MARK Telemetry RELIOTYPE R STRUCTURE