James Koech has a background in Economics and Mathematics, with a growing focus on seismic sensing, wildlife monitoring, data science, and data-driven environmental research. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Mathematics from Egerton University and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Data Science at KCA University. His work brings together mathematical thinking, engineering, and computational methods to understand environmental processes and develop practical tools for conservation.

Much of James’s research experience was developed at Mpala Research Centre, where he contributed to ecological field research, environmental monitoring, and laboratory-based studies. His work included vegetation and soil sampling, GPS-based phenology monitoring, and the collection, management, and analysis of ecological datasets. He later developed a particular interest in seismic sensing through research involving Stryde seismic nodes, investigating ground vibrations associated with wildlife movement, including elephant footfalls.

James currently works as a sensor engineer on the Asili-Sensa project at Mpala Research Centre, in collaboration with University of Exeter, Center for Ecosystem Restoration-Kenya, and Earth Rover Program, where he is involved in sensor deployment, instrumentation, technical systems, and wildlife-monitoring research. 

He is particularly interested in bridging mathematics, engineering, data science, and conservation by transforming field observations and sensor data into useful information for research and environmental monitoring.