Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell is a West Michigan native and with a background in journalism, data analysis, cartography and design thinking. He likes to learn new things and solve old problems whenever possible, and enjoys bicycling, spending time with his daughters, and coffee.

Articles by Matthew Russell

How Endangered Species' Feces Could Help Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers

How Endangered Species' Feces Could Help Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Diabetic foot ulcers are agonizing and can lead to amputations, but researchers found a potential solution in endangered animal feces.

How Endangered Species' Feces Could Help Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Diabetic foot ulcers are agonizing and can lead to amputations, but researchers found a potential solution in endangered animal feces.

New Marine Highway Routes Pose Environmental Threats to Wildlife

New Marine Highway Routes Pose Environmental Threats to Wildlife

The Arctic waters are home to diverse marine life, but increased vessel traffic could harm species like humpback whales.

New Marine Highway Routes Pose Environmental Threats to Wildlife

The Arctic waters are home to diverse marine life, but increased vessel traffic could harm species like humpback whales.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Returns Without Animals

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Returns Without Animals

As Ringling Bros. enters this new chapter, we can look forward to a circus that captivates without causing harm to animals.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Returns Without Animals

As Ringling Bros. enters this new chapter, we can look forward to a circus that captivates without causing harm to animals.

How to Deal with Brucellosis, the Canine Disease Now Threatening Humans

How to Deal with Brucellosis, the Canine Disease Now Threatening Humans

This bacterial infection primarily impacts our furry friends but is now raising concerns among healthcare experts.

How to Deal with Brucellosis, the Canine Disease Now Threatening Humans

This bacterial infection primarily impacts our furry friends but is now raising concerns among healthcare experts.

The Spotted Lanternfly Poses A Threat to Agriculture and Ecosystems

The Spotted Lanternfly Poses A Threat to Agriculture and Ecosystems

The spotted lanternfly, a voracious plant-eating insect, arrived in 2022, causing grave concerns.

The Spotted Lanternfly Poses A Threat to Agriculture and Ecosystems

The spotted lanternfly, a voracious plant-eating insect, arrived in 2022, causing grave concerns.

Beachgoers Become Heroes Rescuing a Stranded Mako Shark

Beachgoers Become Heroes Rescuing a Stranded Mako Shark

Watch the gripping video captured by Tina Fey as she and her husband celebrated their anniversary on Pensacola Beach.

Beachgoers Become Heroes Rescuing a Stranded Mako Shark

Watch the gripping video captured by Tina Fey as she and her husband celebrated their anniversary on Pensacola Beach.