Colin Robertson

I am an interdisciplinary applied scientist. I am trained in geographic information science and spatial data science, with significant experience in environmental health applications. My research experience covers a broad swath of issues and problems where environmental change shapes the conditions for healthy ecosystems, populations, and people. I have been focusing more recenly on how machine learning and AI can be deployed in these types of geospatial problems.

I am currently Director of Data Science where I lead a team of data scientists on developing and deploying geospatial AI and ML applications in the maritime sector. Until 2023 I was an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University, and previously the Director of the Cold Regions Research Centre. My lab group publications and team members are at the Spatial Lab website.

I have collaborated with all levels of government, industry, non-profits, and several communities as well as other researchers in the course of my career. I strive to make an impact in the world by tackling critical environmental problems through collaborative development of practical insights and technical solutions.

I have developed this website as an overview of my research and teaching career, aiming to highlight skills, partnerships, applied problems, and my approach to applied science.