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Marshall Brain II is a Professor at North Carolina State University's College of Engineering, serving as Director of the Engineering Entrepreneurs Program. Known globally as the founder of HowStuffWorks.com, his work bridges technical knowledge with public understanding through books, media appearances, and entrepreneurship initiatives.
- Education: MS in Computer Science (NC State, 1986), BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1983)
Research and Public Engagement: Focuses on science communication, engineering education, and sustainable transportation solutions. His 2017 publication on a self-driving personal rapid transit system demonstrates technical innovation in urban mobility.
Entrepreneurial Leadership: Active in startup mentorship as Triangle Angel Partners investor, NC State Entrepreneurial Initiative advisor, and organizer of Triangle Startup Weekend (2012). The EcoPRT project (2016) exemplifies his engineering approach to campus connectivity challenges.
- Awards: NC State Distinguished Engineering Alumnus (2012), John S. Risley Entrepreneur of the Year (2023)
As a media personality featured on CNN, National Geographic, and NPR, Brain combines academic expertise with public outreach. He currently resides in Cary, NC with his family while continuing to shape engineering education and entrepreneurship at NC State.
