Hi. My name is Sam Lapp.

My life is built around design, nature, music, and community.

Currently, I'm finishing my dissertation research in the Kitzes Lab at the University of Pittsburgh, and am starting a postdoctoral fellowship at ESIIL, CU Boulder advised by Dr. Esther Rolf and Dr. Sara Beery.

My research focuses on developing machine learning and data analysis tools for automated the recognition of biological sounds and interpretation of aerial LiDAR data. I work closely with ecologists to apply these approaches to large-scale sensor data, enabling large-scale investigation of ecological processes and supporting conservation decision-making. Ultimately, I'm driven by a desire to protect biodiversity.

I lead the development of OpenSoundscape, an open-source Python package for bioacoustic analysis, and Dipper, a desktop tool for passive acoustic monitoring analysis. If you're interested in using OpenSoundscape or Dipper, I'm always happy to chat about your use case - just reach out and ask to schedule a call.

Outside of work, I spend my time making music, exploring the outdoors, and building community through shared experiences of learning and creative expression.