Stanisław Flaga is a Lecturer in the Department of Process Automation at AGH University of Science and Technology's Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics. His primary affiliation involves teaching and research in industrial control systems. Research interests center on: PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming for Siemens S7-1200/1500 and Eaton E4 systems HMI (Human-Machine Interface) panel configuration and visualization Analog I/O technology and signal processing Control algorithms and system simulation He directs a professional training course on PLC/HMI programming, covering hardware configuration, TIA Portal software, program structure, and real-time simulation. Participants must submit a personal questionnaire and payment confirmation to enroll.
Dr. Andrzej Augusiak is a Professor at Gdańsk University of Technology's Faculty of Electrical and Control Engineering, where he leads research in the Department of Power Converters and Energy Storage. He also serves as Deputy Organizational Manager of the LINTE^2 Laboratory, focusing on industrial-scale energy systems testing. His research spans: Smart grid optimization and renewable energy integration Electric vehicle infrastructure and energy storage solutions Mathematical modeling of energy systems and efficiency planning Recent publications emphasize practical applications in voltage regulation, automated grid control, and engineering education. He has authored 22+ articles, with 2023-2024 works exploring PLC controllers for grid stability and smart grid pedagogy. Notable awards: First-degree team award for organizational excellence (2011) Second-degree team award for organizational contributions (2010) He directs major projects including DTH-SMART GRID (hybrid transformers) and TEACHENER (interdisciplinary energy education). His lab, LINTE^2, provides quasi-industrial environments for advanced power system experiments.
Jason A. Andrews, EdD serves as Superintendent of Windsor Central School District and 2019 NYS Superintendent of the Year. He concurrently holds adjunct professor positions at State University of New York at Oswego and Binghamton University, serves as Co-Director of the NYS Superintendents Development Program, and sits on the SUNY Broome Community College Board of Trustees. His leadership extends to executive committees of the NYS Council of School Superintendents and NYS Education Commissioner's Advisory Council, plus facilitation of strategic planning for school boards statewide through the NYS School Boards Association. Dr. Andrews' professional focus centers on systemic implementation of professional learning communities (PLCs) as the primary vehicle for ensuring student learning and cultivating continuous improvement cultures. His work strategically integrates workforce development initiatives and addresses poverty-related educational challenges through collaborative structures that drive organizational growth and student achievement across multiple institutional contexts. Dr. Andrews' notable recognition includes: 2019 NYS Superintendent of the Year As an adjunct professor, Dr. Andrews contributes to educational leadership preparation programs at two SUNY institutions. His extensive administrative experience spans classroom teaching, building leadership as a principal, and district-wide strategic direction as Superintendent, complemented by governance experience on multiple educational boards. This multifaceted background informs his practical approach to leadership development and systemic improvement. While not leading a formal research laboratory, Dr. Andrews' work operationalizes improvement science through professional learning communities, fostering collaborative teams within school districts that function as practitioner-research collectives focused on evidence-based instructional enhancement and organizational development.
Professor Thomas Bindel holds the Chair of Control Engineering at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Dresden University of Applied Sciences (HTW Dresden). With his engineering doctorate (Dr.-Ing.), he represents a senior faculty position with significant expertise in automation and control systems. His research focuses on designing control systems for monitoring and evaluating laboratory and production processes, with emphasis on selecting efficient device technology and software systems for process automation. His work particularly addresses the implementation of control computers, PLC technology, industrial computers, and process control systems. Professor Bindel teaches across multiple domains of automation engineering, including Control Engineering, Process Automation, and Industrial Property Rights. His teaching approach combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, evident in courses that include hands-on exercises and industry site visits. He oversees the PLC Laboratory and Automation Technology facilities, which serve as critical resources for student learning and industry collaboration. The department offers development projects, continuing education, and design support services to industry partners. For the upcoming academic year (2025/26), Professor Bindel will teach courses across multiple electrical engineering programs, demonstrating his central role in the faculty's educational mission.
Dr. Ching-On Wong serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences within the School of Arts and Sciences at Rutgers University. His research program focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of cell metabolism and bioenergetics, with particular emphasis on the role of endolysosomes in brain and immune cells. Using the genetically tractable Drosophila model system, his lab integrates bioinformatics, genetics, cell biology, lipidomics, and quantitative microscopy to investigate fundamental cellular processes. B.Sc. in Biochemistry, Chinese University of Hong Kong, 2005 Ph.D. in Physiology, Chinese University of Hong Kong, 2009 Dr. Wong's research interests center on the intricate relationship between organelle function and cellular metabolism, particularly how endolysosomes coordinate signaling modules in different cell types of the nervous system. His work has significant implications for understanding neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease. The lab pursues four main research programs: 1) Endolysosomal roles in neuroglial lipid transport and metabolism in neurodegenerative disorders; 2) Vesicular transport and endolysosomal signaling in glial cell bioenergetics; 3) Endolysosomal modulation of macrophage signaling pathways; and 4) Neuro-immune interactions in neurodegeneration. His approach combines Drosophila genetics with mammalian cell and animal models to build mechanistic understanding of cellular pathways. Analysis of Dr. Wong's publication record spanning from 2008-2025 reveals a consistent focus on cell biology, neurobiology, and bioenergetics. His research trajectory shows increasing specialization in endolysosomal function, particularly in relation to neurodegenerative diseases. The most recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expansion into lipid metabolism in glial cells and neuro-immune interactions, while maintaining the foundational work on organelle signaling and bioenergetics. His publications appear in high-impact journals including Nature Communications , Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , and Journal of Neuroscience , indicating significant contributions to the field. Dr. Wong teaches several advanced courses including Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology (26:120:524), Topics in Cell Biology (26:120:526), Biochemistry of Eukaryotes (26:120:571), and Biochemistry in Human Health (21:120:460). His lab, accessible through the Wong Lab website (https://sites.rutgers.edu/wong-lab/), maintains an active research program investigating the cellular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative disorders, with particular focus on endolysosomal function in glial cells and neuro-immune interactions.
Dr. Sunnie DeLano is an Associate Professor of Teaching of Nutritional Science and Director of the NSCP-ISPP program at Pepperdine University's Seaver College, operating within the Natural Science Division. With office PLC 110, she maintains direct contact accessibility for academic collaboration. Her educational foundation includes: Doctor of Health Professions Education (DHPE) from Logan University (2021) Master of Science in Nutrition from California State University Northridge (1997) Registered Dietitian (RD) credential from California State University Northridge (1997) Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science from Pepperdine University (1994) Dr. DeLano's research examines critical intersections of nutrition and society, with specialized focus on: Sports Nutrition : Optimizing dietary strategies for athletic performance Child/Adolescent Feeding : Developmental nutritional patterns Poverty Impacts : Nutritional status in economically disadvantaged populations Vegetarian Nutrition : Plant-based dietary science Her teaching covers Sports Nutrition, Professional Practice Seminars, and Nutrition Assessment techniques. She maintains active membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Sports/Wellness division and Nutrition and Dietetic Educators organization.
Hasan Erdal serves as a Lecturer at Bingöl University's Vocational School of Technical Sciences, where he teaches core engineering courses including Automation I-II, Industrial Electronics, Microprocessors and Microcontrollers, and Digital and Analog Communications. His industry background at Turk Telekom and Asur Communications informs his applied teaching approach. Educational background: Electrical and Electronics Engineering graduate, Dicle University Research interests focus on practical engineering domains: Control Systems and Automation Industrial Electronics and PLC Programming Microcontroller Applications (PIC16F628A) Electronic Communication and Measurement Techniques Professional affiliations include membership in the Chamber of Electrical Engineers. No thesis supervision or research grants are documented, with his role centered on vocational instruction rather than research leadership.
Stephen Pershing serves as a Professorial Lecturer in Law at the George Washington University Law School, teaching voting rights law since 1999. He maintains an active public interest litigation practice focused on civil rights, currently operating a solo practice and serving as of counsel to Hall & Sethi, PLC in Reston, Virginia. His educational background includes: BA from Harvard University (1979) JD from the University of Virginia School of Law (1987) Law clerk to U.S. District Judge Julian A. Cook, Jr. (1987-1989) Pershing's research and professional work centers on voting rights litigation for racial and language minorities, constitutional challenges, and civil liberties advocacy. He has participated in four decennial census cycles litigating voting rights cases nationwide, with notable expertise in First Amendment protections stemming from his successful lawsuit against the University of Virginia during law school. His career demonstrates deep integration of academic instruction with real-world civil rights litigation. Throughout his career, he has held significant positions including senior attorney in the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Justice Department (1996-2005), legal director of the Virginia ACLU (1989-1996), and founder of a nonprofit law school consortium for Washington semester programs (2011). He has also taught as an adjunct at William & Mary and American University. While specific advising relationships and grant funding aren't detailed in source materials, his teaching spans over two decades across multiple institutions with consistent focus on civil rights education. His professional activities are augmented by personal pursuits including classical violin performance, voice-over artistry, and cycling.
Paweł Dobrowolski is a Lecturer and Tutor at Wrocław University of Science and Technology, specializing in industrial communication networks and automation systems. He works within the Laboratory of Automation Devices and Systems, focusing on practical implementations of protocols like PROFIBUS, PROFINET, EGD, and ASI in Siemens and GE controllers. Research areas: Industrial communication networks, system modeling, control systems, PLC programming. Contact: Email pawel.dobrowolski@pwr.edu.pl , phone +48 71 320 22 78, room 317, building C-3. Consultations: Tuesdays 13:00-15:00, Wednesdays 9:00-11:00.
Dr. Tom Vettenburg is a Senior Lecturer in Physics at the University of Dundee's School of Science and Engineering, where he has led the Computational Microscopy Lab since 2018. His research program, supported by a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship, focuses on overcoming fundamental limitations in biological imaging through computational microscopy techniques. His interdisciplinary work bridges physics, computational methods, and life sciences, with core interests in: Hybrid optical-digital imaging systems Light scattering in complex media Adaptive optics and wavefront shaping Computational light-sheet microscopy Deep-tissue imaging innovations Major recognitions include: UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship for computational microscopy research Marie Curie Fellowship supporting international research He currently supervises doctoral candidates and seeks postdoctoral researchers, with projects focused on developing next-generation microscopes. The lab maintains active industry collaboration with Optos PLC on ophthalmic imaging technology and is part of Dundee's Biomedical Imaging and Technology research cluster.
Volker Ahrens is a Professor of Computer Science at Rheinische Hochschule Köln (Cologne University of Applied Sciences). He transitioned to academia following a substantial industry career in the IT sector, bringing practical expertise to his teaching and research. His doctoral background in physics underpins his technical approach to computer science. Research Focus: Professor Ahrens specializes in applied technical computer science, with emphasis on industrial systems. Key areas include: PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming Embedded software systems development Integration of industrial software practices Professional Experience: Before academia, he held multiple senior roles: Systems Engineer at T-Systems Technology & Software Manager at Kocks Technik Managing Director at IDAS (software company) Sales and IT Manager at Schauf GmbH Project Manager at Advaneo, leading the PAIRS AI crisis-management initiative He actively incorporates this industry experience into his academic curriculum.
Todd Alexander is Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics within the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta, practicing as a Pediatric Nephrologist at the Stollery Children's Hospital. He serves as Associate Director of the Women and Children's Health Research Institute (WCHRI) and holds the Canada Research Chair in epithelial transport physiology. His research centers on Pediatric Nephrology with specific focus on renal tubular transport disorders including kidney stone formation, calcium and phosphate homeostasis, and paracellular transport mechanisms. He investigates molecular pathways underlying pediatric kidney diseases, particularly how epithelial transport physiology abnormalities contribute to conditions like hypercalciuria and hypocalcemia, bridging clinical practice with laboratory research to develop targeted interventions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant themes in renal calcium/phosphate handling, claudin-mediated paracellular transport, and genetic underpinnings of mineral metabolism disorders. His work demonstrates consistent exploration of calcium-sensing receptor signaling, vitamin D metabolism, and tight junction proteins across diverse experimental models, with strong translational emphasis on improving pediatric kidney disease outcomes. Scientific recognition includes: Canada Research Chair in epithelial transport physiology Distinguished Researcher of the Stollery Science Laboratory (2019) Dr. Alexander leads the National Kidney Research Scientist Core Education and Training Program, mentoring the next generation of kidney researchers. His work receives continuous funding from major Canadian agencies including CIHR, NSERC, and WCHRI, supporting investigations into epithelial transport mechanisms and clinical applications for pediatric renal disorders. He directs a multidisciplinary research program integrating clinical nephrology with molecular physiology, collaborating with national and international teams through the WCHRI leadership and national training initiatives to advance understanding of pediatric kidney diseases.
Ellen Rohaan holds the following positions at Fontys University of Applied Sciences: Senior Researcher in the 'Good Teaching, Good Leadership' research group Core lecturer in the 'Teacher Researcher' program for the Master's program in Learning & Innovation Co-director of De Onderwijsingenieurs (The Educational Engineers) Her educational background: Master's degree in Psychology, Utrecht University Primary school teaching qualification, Inholland University of Applied Sciences PhD, Eindhoven University of Technology (2009) Ellen's research focuses on research-based and design-based learning methodologies, innovative hybrid learning environments, and outdoor education integration. She pioneers practical applications of green schoolyards and nature-based activities in primary education while developing technology-enhanced pedagogical tools for early childhood development. Her work emphasizes teacher empowerment through design-oriented thinking and experiential learning frameworks. Recent publications reveal a concentrated thematic trajectory: 80% address outdoor learning implementations (schoolyard design, physical education through play), while 60% explore digital/hybrid solutions (VR, online play environments). This demonstrates her unique synthesis of nature-based pedagogy and educational technology to solve contemporary teaching challenges. Scientific Awards: None mentioned in source materials. Ellen actively leads multiple research initiatives including POINT040 workshop development, FHKE teacher training college outdoor learning programs, and PLC-based teacher action research. As co-director of De Onderwijsingenieurs, she heads a multidisciplinary team of educational engineers developing practical classroom innovations through design-based research methodologies.
