Shaun is the Kaihautū Māori Research Impact Leader at Manaaki Whenua and researches ecological science, demographic trends, and wildlife populations (for example, terrestrial and marine birds). Shaun has been active supporting Māori manage collective assets in a more sustainable manner consistent with the Kaupapa Māori principles of kaitiekitanga, manaakitanga and whakatipu rawa. Shaun is currently engaged in research and policy to help prepare iwi/hapū for climate change mitigation and adaptation planning.