University-Community Partnerships, research engagement, and equitable practice and
design
Environmental Justice and Policy, toxic substances, risk management, and promoting
holistic health
Indigenous / Native American Studies, treaties and the government-to-government relationship,
food sovereignty, and Indigenous wisdom in the Great Lakes region
Environmental Stewardship and the Seven Generations Philosophy
Instructional practices that support environmental literacy and stewardship
Integration of computing into STEM education
Teachers beliefs about reforms-based science instruction including nature of science,
inquiry, engineering, Next Generation Science Standards, and technology integration
Professional development elements (remote and face-to-face) that support instructional
change, teacher leadership and reforms-based science instruction
Using levels of inquiry to support teachers' understanding and integration of mathematical
and scientific inquiry in k-12 education
Teachers' understandings regarding key concepts in science including respiration and
photosynthesis
Christopher Pinnow
Electronics/Computer Engineer, Great Lakes Research Center
Responsible for administration of the Marine Autonomy Research Site and Smart Ships
Coalition and coordination with the Marine Research Assets Shared Use Facility (MRAF)
in support of client needs.
Provide scientific and engineering support to faculty, staff, partners, and sponsors
with expertise in design, manufacturing, and integration of marine systems. Support
budget and proposal development, project management, and strategic planning.
Over 10 years' experience as a licensed captain on the Great Lakes with expertise
in navigation systems, marine electronics, mechanical systems, and maintenance, repair,
and operations.
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physics, Michigan Technological University
Master of Science - Business Administration, Operations Research, Computer Modeling,
Michigan Technological University
Specialties
Responsible as captain of the R/V Agassiz for navigation and piloting of the vessel
in central and western Lake Superior including Isle Royale. Ensuring safe operations
for the crew, passengers and vessel while underway and while conducting science operations.
Certifications in C.P.R. and A.E.D.
Responsible for maintaining the vessel to ensure compliance with all Coast Guard equipment,
safety procedures and annual safety inspections. Assist all scientists and other
users in their onboard activities including planning, deployment, operation, maintenance
and repair of science equipment when necessary. Assisting in educational activities
when requested.
Experienced in limnological, biological, acoustical, hydrodynamic, geophysical, atmospheric
and education activities aboard the Agassiz, including the deployment and operation
of remotely operated vehicles.
Experience in wood and metal shop skills, repair and fabrication of hardware in support
of Great Lakes Research Center activities.
