Michael Seibert

Dr. Michael Seibert is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Franciscan University. He previously spent 17 years as a civilian Research Engineer with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command C5ISR Center, focusing on power generation and thermal management. His research interests include thermal management, energy efficiency, combustion, pollution reduction, and experimental validation of numerical models.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, The Catholic University of America (2016)
• M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Villanova University (2006)
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Villanova University (2005, summa cum laude)

His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to engineering challenges, particularly in balancing technical innovation with holistic education principles. No specific grants, articles, or awards are listed in the provided text. He is actively involved in departmental collaborations with faculty such as Dr. Tyler Brown, Dr. Stephen Frezza, and others.

In his personal life, he is a father of six homeschooled children and enjoys outdoor activities like soccer, biking, and hiking with his family.