Michael Bambino

Michael Bambino is an Adjunct Professor in Mechanical Engineering at The Cooper Union's Albert Nerken School of Engineering. He holds degrees in engineering and industrial design, combining these backgrounds to create award-winning product designs. He founded the consulting group Facility, offering services in design strategy, product design, packaging, and production development for diverse clients. Since 2012, he has taught design curricula and developed educational programs at Cooper Union and more recently at Parsons School of Design. His full-time work as a consultant complements his passion for design education, which he pursues through guest critiques and design talks at various institutions.

Education: Degrees in engineering and industrial design (specific details not disclosed).

Research & Expertise: Focuses on interdisciplinary design innovation, bridging engineering and industrial design principles. Specializes in product lifecycle management, from concept to production, with an emphasis on practical, client-driven solutions.

Awards: None explicitly listed, though noted for award-winning design work.

Advising & Grants: No specific advising roles or grants detailed in the text. Contributions include curriculum development and educational outreach.

Labs/Teams: Leads his consulting group Facility, collaborating with clients on design and production projects.