His research interests lie in wildlife habitat ecology and restoration ecology with a focus on restoring the functionality and structure of wildlife habitats in disturbed rangeland systems. Two general areas of emphasis that his lab pursues include: 1. Understanding the direct and indirect impacts of anthropogenic disturbance on grouse and ungulates, and 2. Evaluating the efficacy of conservation practices and policy for wildlife in sagebrush habitats. Stakeholders he has worked with extensively include private landowners, energy industry, U.S. Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, and other state and federal agencies.