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Matthew Roberts is a researcher at Macquarie University specializing in functional language implementation, pattern matching, term-rewriting, and higher-order type systems. His work is deeply rooted in computer science, with applications in applied mathematics. He is passionate about computer science education and aims to engage students through a constructive learning environment, emphasizing the mathematical foundations of computing to better equip them for complex tasks. Matthew is currently seeking collaborations with industry partners to develop aquatic autonomous systems that demonstrate software correctness and reliability. He is also looking for Master's research and PhD students interested in teaching formal methods and pattern matching in programming languages, particularly focusing on algebraic data types for extracting explainable data. His teaching philosophy revolves around empowering students to construct their own understanding of the material, navigating the vast sea of information in the computing discipline. Matthew has served on several program committees for conferences related to Haskell and software language engineering.
Macquarie University • Sydney, NSW, Australia
Teaching and research in computer science with a focus on functional languages and programming.
Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).