As a member of the Arctic and Carbon groups, I use geospatial data science and computational techniques to monitor climate-induced changes in vulnerable Arctic landscapes. I also develop techniques to better understand the carbon cycle in a variety of ecosystems including forests, water bodies, and rangelands. I bring expertise in the fields of remote sensing, data science, ecosystem modeling, and earth system science. I enjoy the engineering side of science and strive to build open-access tools that can be used to improve the quality and sustainability of life.
Before Woodwell, I attended Montana State University where I received a B.S. and M.S. in earth science with focuses in geology (B.S.) and snow hydrology (M.S.). In my free time I enjoy cooking, snowboarding, and getting out on the river.
For Mullen, creativity is an indispensable component of the scientific method and he enjoys the iterative process of testing different hypotheses and problem-solving approaches. He also hopes to make his work accessible using code, 3D designs, and data that other researchers can easily build upon.
In his spare time, Mullen enjoys snowboarding, fly fishing, and floating down rivers in his raft. When at home he can usually be found playing the guitar or cooking.
