Professor Chris Matthews is an Industry Professor of Mathematics in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science at the University Technology of Sydney, and Chief Executive Officer of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mathematics Alliance.

Professor Matthews has a deep interest in mathematics education, exploring the connections between mathematics and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges. His award-winning approaches and current work are transformative: “Maths is storytelling” with his teaching using creativity as a form of cultural expression in learning mathematical concepts.  Prof. Matthews advocates the importance of engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in mathematics to ensure they are prepared for life beyond school.