Faculty members that join RISE come from varying fields in computer science, forestry, engineering, technology, biology, and psychology and human factors. To join RISE, please contact us! If you feel your Center can become a RISE Center, learn about our Collaborative Centers. If you wish to support RISE activities, become a sponsor.
Biological Sciences
- Assistant Teaching Professor, Biological Sciences
- Undergraduate Academic Advisor, Biological Sciences
- Coordinator of Academic Advising, Office of the Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education
- twakeham@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3435
- Dow 738
Links of Interest
Specialties
- Teaching courses in human biology and professional development
- Academic planning and student success
- Providing professional development and resources for academic advisors
Biomedical Engineering
Steven D. Lehmann
- Staff Engineer II, Biomedical Engineering
- Advisor, Velovations Enterprise
- sdlehman@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2945
- H-STEM 351
Links of Interest
Specialties
- LabVIEW programming and instruction
- Data Acquisition
- Test Automation
- Sensors
- Associate Professor, Biomedical Engineering
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Biological Sciences
- smithar@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3230
- H-STEM 338
Links of Interests
Research Interests
- Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) and Nanotechnology
- Microfluidics for cancer research
- Microenvironment platforms to characterize cellular interactions
- Sensors and devices for biomedical sensing and implantable devices
Chemical Engineering
- Director, Health Research Institute
- James and Lorna Mack Endowed Chair in Continuous Processing
- Professor, Chemical Engineering
- heldt@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1134
- Chem Sci 301
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Bioseparations
- Virus removal and detection
- Biosensors
Chemistry
- Professor, Chemistry
- paheiden@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3452
- Chem Sci 415
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Synthesizing, processing, and characterizing polymers and composites or nanoparticles
- Stimulus-response nanoparticles for drug delivery
- Electrospinning of nanofibers for tissue scaffolds
- Structured nanoparticles for low-leaching wood preservation
- Biocomposites and biofibers
- Studies of controlled nanoscale interfaces of rice-hull reinforced composites
- Engineered wood- or biopolymer-reinforced composites having improved processing, longevity, moisture resistance, and mechanical properties
Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- Research Engineer II, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- hademelo@mtu.edu
- 906-231-0456
- Dillman 106A
- Chair, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- Professor, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- anmorse@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3240
- Dow 871
Faculty Advisor
Research Interests
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Water reclamation systems and Fate of personal products in treatment systems
- Associate Professor, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- Associate Chair for Curriculum, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering
- raswartz@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2439
- Dillman 201I
Research Interests
- Application computationally efficient and robust embedded algorithms for monitoring and protection of civil infrastructure assets such as buildings, bridges, pipelines, wind turbines, roadways, and railroads.
College of Computing
- Associate Dean, College of Computing
- Professor, Applied Computing
- Affiliated Professor, Computational Science and Engineering
- cai@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1471
- Rekhi Hall 110
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Cybersecurity
- Computer Network
- Machine Learning
- Computing Education
College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
"Every day in the woods is a good day - don't get so caught up in the work at hand that you forget to look around and appreciate where you are."
- Distinguished Professor
- Associate Dean for Research
- Coordinator of Interdisciplinary, Multi-Institutional Research
- ajburton@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2566
- Noblet Building 174
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Forest responses to global change factors
- Belowground processes
- Carbon and nutrient cycling
- Physiological ecology of tree roots
- Undergraduate involvement in research
- Dean and Professor, College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
- Director of Undergraduate Programs
- djflaspo@mtu.edu
- 906-370-1122
- Noblet Building 115
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Conservation biology
- Avian ecology and reproduction
- Cascading effects of deer overbrowse
- Island ecology
Computer Science
- Assistant Professor, Computer Science
- Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- bcbettin@mtu.edu
- Rekhi 202
Research Interests
- User experience
- Human factors
- Human-computer Interactions
- Mental models
- Information representation
- Rural digital literacy
- Education, engagement, and retention
- Digital anthropology
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Associate Dean of Data Science Initiatives, College of Computing
- Director, Data Science, M.S. and B.S. Programs
- lebrown@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3472
- Rekhi Hall 307
Area of Expertise
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Data Mining and Data Science
- Applications of AI and ML to Energy (microgrids, power systems), Health, and other domains
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Faculty Advisor, Husky Game Development Enterprise
- kuhl@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2798
- Rekhi Hall 210
Area of Expertise
- Computer Graphics
- Virtual Environments
- Head-mounted displays
- Human Perception
- Academic Advisor, Computer Science
- dllandsb@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3643
- Rekhi 322
- Professor, Computer Science
- linda@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2315
- Rekhi 211
Area of Expertise
- Software Measurement
- Software Processes
- Software Engineering Education
- Women in Computing
- Retention in Undergraduate CS Education
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Faculty Advisor, Humane Interface Design Enterprise
- pastel@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1639
- Rekhi Hall 204
Links of Interest
Area of Expertise
- Mobile App Design and Usability
- Software Development and Processes
- Computer Science Education
- Assistant Professor, Computer Science
- Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Coordinator, College of Computing Learning Center
- ureel@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1816
- Rekhi Hall 209
Links of Interest
Area of Expertise
- Computer Science Education
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cognitive Science
- Programming Languages
- Software Engineering
- Human Factors
"The first principle is that you must not fool yourself — and you are the easiest person to fool."
—Richard Feynman
—Richard Feynman
- Professor, Computer Science
- Affiliated Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- wallace@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3431
- Rekhi Hall 205
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- software usability & accessibility
- gerontechnology
- smart & connected communities
- communication in software development
- agile development methods
- applied formal methods
- computing ethics
- sustainable computing
- computer science & software engineering education
Engineering Fundamentals
- Teaching Professor, Engineering Fundamentals
- Instructor, Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology
- bhhamlin@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1965
- Dillman 104C
Research Interests
- Educational methods
- Student engagement and experience
- Student community development
- Cross discipline holistic education
- Assistant Professor, Engineering Fundamentals
- Affiliated Assistant Professor, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- Affiliated Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
Links of Interest, Publications
Research Interests
- Technology Adoption
- Online Learning
- Service Learning
- First-year Engineering
- Sustainability
- Teaching Professor, Engineering Fundamentals
- amber@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2193
- Dillman 112D
Research Interests
- Active learning
- Growth mindset
- Blended and online learning
- Educational methods
- Student engagement
- Chair and Professor of Practice, Engineering Fundamentals
- Director, Tech Forward 21st Century Education Initiative
- Co-director, Husky Innovate
- mraber@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3570
- Dillman 112F
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Design Thinking
- Strategic Doing
- Lean Start-up/Entrepreneurship
- Educational Innovation
Research Interests
- College to Work Transition
- Educational Innovation
- Engineering Identity Formation
- Associate Professor, Engineering Fundamentals
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- sticklen@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3057
- Cell: 517-285-8431 voice or text
- Dillman 205C
Links of Interest
Innovation in Education
- Infusion of systems viewpoints to applied engineering sciences
- Growth in enrollment achievement
- Led a strong faculty team to systemically reimagine and implement the Tech First-Year Engineering Program
Research Interests
- Factors enhancing student engagement in their own learning
- Systemic approaches to distance learning that enhance active learning, and
- Applications of Design Thinking as an exemplar of client-centered design with application to Problem/Project-based learning
Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Teaching Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering
- gearcher@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2789
- EERC 629
Areas of Interest
- Image processing
- Undergraduate EE labs
- Counter-terrorism
- Electronic warfare
- Information operations
- Associate Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Faculty Advisor, Robotic Systems Enterprise
- jpbos@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3161
- EERC 236
Links of Interest
Areas of Interest
- Atmospheric optics
- Statistical optics
- Quantum optics
- Image and Signal Processing
- Autonomous vehicles and vehicular networks
- Industrial automation and controls
- Teaching Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Faculty Advisor, Wireless Communication Enterprise
- cmcischk@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2011
- EERC 520
Areas of Interest
- Parallel computing and UPC
- Engineering education
Nagesh Hatti
- Director, The Enterprise Program and Chair, Enterprise Governing Board
- Advisor, ITOxygen
- nhatti@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2633
- M&M 722F
Specialties
- Corporate/Industry Sponsorship
- Program Management
Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences
- Assistant Teaching Professor Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences
- Recruiting Coordinator
- Curriculum Development Assistant
- ljbowman@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2582
- Dow 206
- Professor, Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences
- Affiliated Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering
- jsgierke@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2535
- Dow 405
Links of Interest
Teaching Interests
- Hydrogeology
- Ground water Engineering
- Contaminant Transport
- Subsurface Remediation
Research Interests
- Field performance of air sparging for removing volatile organic chemicals from ground water
- Volatile organic vapor transport in unsaturated soils
- Sulfur dioxide interactions with volcanic ash
- Professor of Practice, Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences
- Faculty Advisor, Innovative Global Solutions Enterprise
- ndmanser@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2894
- Dow 605
Teaching Interests
- Engineering Problem Solving and Analysis
- Systems Modeling
- Engineering Design Process
- Wastewater Treatment
- Mining Methods and Materials Handling
Research Interests
- Biotechnology Resource Recovery
- Environmental Consequences of Mining Waste
- Engineering Education
- Chair, Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences
- Professor, Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences
- Affiliated Professor, Physics
- asmirnov@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2365
- Dow 631
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- The long-term evolution of the Earth's magnetic field (especially in relation to the geodynamo mechanisms and the early history of the field) and its geological and geodynamical implications
- Geodynamics and global plate tectonics (eg., large igneous province formation and true polar wander)
- Magnetism of rocks, minerals, and synthetic materials
- Environmental magnetism (eg., biomineralization and the relationships between physical, chemical and magnetic properties of minerals)
- Development of new techniques and instruments for paleomagnetic and rock magnetic research
- Professor, Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences
- Professor, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- slwu@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2590
- Dow 429
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Interactions among climate, atmospheric chemistry, air quality, and land use/land cover
- Impacts of global change on atmospheric chemistry and long-range transport of air pollution
- Anthropogenic perturbations to the atmosphere and implications for environmental sustainability
- Atmosphere-biosphere interactions, especially in the context of global change
- Impacts of aerosols on the global hydrological cycle
Great Lakes Research Center
- Geosciences Research Scientist, Great Lakes Research Center
- ecvye@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1581
- GLRC 213
Areas of Interest
- Geosciences Education
- Geoconservation
- Geoheritage
- National Marine Sanctuary
- Great Lakes Indigenous Knowledge
- University-Indigenous Community Partnerships
Humanities
- Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, College of Sciences and Arts
- Associate Teaching Professor, Humanities Department
- Assistant Academic Advisor: Humanities and Modern Languages
- mjbergst@mtu.edu
- 906-487-0984
- Walker 329A
Specialties
- Writing About Writing pedagogy
- Reflective pedagogies and eportfolios
- American Literature
"Also, you'll find a pair of safety glasses and some earplugs under your seats. Please feel free to use them."
—Max Fischer, Rushmore
—Max Fischer, Rushmore
- Director, Humanities Digital Media Zone
- Teaching Professor in Digital Media and Cinema, Humanities
- Faculty Advisor, Cin/Optic Communication and Media Enterprise
- ersmith@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3263
- Walker 120E
Links of Interest
Specialties
- Digital Media Production
- Documentary Production and Theory
- Film Theory and Criticism
- Academic Technology Administration
- British Literature
Keweenaw Research Center
Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Professor and Chair, Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Affiliated Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Director, Research and Innovation in STEAM Education Institute (RISE)
- jlirwin@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2525
- EERC 425A
Research Interests
- Problem-based learning methods applied in the areas of CAD/CAM
- Static and dynamic model simulation
- Product and manufacturing work cell verification
Teaching Interests
- Parametric Modeling
- Statics and Strength of Materials
- Product Design and Development
- CAE and FEA Methods
- Computer-aided Manufacturing
- Senior Design
- Assistant Teaching Professor, Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Faculty Advisor, SAE Baja Enterprise
- kevinj@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2476
- EERC 311
Research Interests
- Research Interests
- Hydraulics
- Vibrations/Modal Analysis
Teaching Interests
- Applied fluid power
- Statics
- Dynamics
- Vibrations
- Assistant Professor, Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Affiliated Assistant Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Faculty Advisor, Advanced Metalworks Enterprise
- dmlabyak@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3658
- EERC 310
Research Interests
- Biomechanics—Solid Mechanics
- Head Impacts
- Helmet Performance and Design
- Solid Mechanics
- Finite Element Analysis and Vibration Analysis
- Manufacturing
- Machinability of Metals
Specialties
- Understanding football helmet design and performance
- Solid mechanics and finite element analysis methods
- Helping student groups with design and analysis of components
- Vibration analysis
- Shock analysis methods
- Program Development Specialist, Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Affiliated Research Assistant Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- yinyint@mtu.edu
- 906-487-4323
- Dillman 105C
Links of Interest
Research Interests
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Cognitive Psychology
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Educational Research and Assessment
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Project Evaluation
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Culture Difference
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Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis
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Statistical Analysis
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R Programming Language
Materials Science and Engineering
- Senior Research Engineer/Scientist II
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Materials Science and Engineering
- ealaitil@mtu.edu
- 906-369-2041
- M & M Building 628
Links of Interest
Teaching Interests
- Focus on X-ray diffraction techniques
Research Interests
- X-ray diffraction theory and applications
- Mechanical alloying
- Intermetallic materials
- Physical metallurgy
- Nanoscale materials
- Materials characterization
- Powder metallurgy
Mathematical Sciences
Specialties
- Leads the Early Career Management program
- Works with research staff members to identify priorities to support mid-career and non tenure-track faculty
- Coordinates staff in the Offices of the Provost and Vice President for Research in order to host and recruit faculty for the Michigan Tech Research Forum
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Areas of Expertise
- Acoustics
- Noise Control
- Vibration
- Real Time Control Systems
- LabVIEW programming and instruction
Research Interests
- Advanced Measurements and Signal Processing
- Acoustic Intensity and Vector Sensors
- Room Acoustics
- Acoustic Material Characterization
- Outdoor Sound Propagation
- Physical Acoustics
- NI LabVIEW Data Acquisition and Control
- Microphones
- Crowd Noise
- Underwater Acoustics
- Structural Acoustics
- Array Signal Processing
- Professor of Practice, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Faculty Advisor, Formula SAE Enterprise
- jdeclerck@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2246
- R. L. Smith 906
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Noise and Vibration
- Model Validation
- Modal Analysis
- Structural Dynamics
Research Interests
- Model Validation
- Digital Data Processing
- Robust Engineering
- Noise and Vibration
- System Design
- Teaching Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- jenesbit@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3433
- R. L. Smith 817
Teaching Interests
- Energy ThermoFluids Courses - Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Internal Combustion Engines
- Mechanics Courses - Statics, Mechanics of Materials
Research Interests
- Fundamentals of Diesel Spray and Combustion, Spark Ignition
- Spray Combustion
- Optical and Laser Diagnostics
- Internal Combustion Engines
- Alternative Fuels
- Thermophysical Properties; Spray & Combustion Modeling
- Assistant Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- smalladi@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3503
- R. L. Smith 933
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Vibrations; Modal Testing
- Anechoic Traveling Waves
- Digital Signal Processing
- Data-Analytics
- Smart Materials
Research Interests
- Adaptive Systems and Meta-structures
- Internet-of-Vibrations
- Environmental Testing
- Human-structure Interaction
- Piezoceramics and SMAs
- Wave Propagation
- Structural Health Monitoring
- Bio-inspired Dynamics
- University Professor
- John O. Hallquist Endowed Chair in Computational Mechanics, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Affiliated Professor, Materials Science and Engineering and ASME Faculty Advisor
- gmodegar@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2329
- R. L. Smith 805
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Mechanics of Materials
- Materials Science
Research Interests
- Computational Mechanics
- Computational Materials Science
- Computational Chemistry
- Teaching Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Graduate Seminar Series Coordinator
- rtewari@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1743
- R. L. Smith 818
Teaching Interests
- Introduction to Manufacturing
- Quality Engineering
- Fundamentals of Six-Sigma
- Design of Experiments
- Micro-Manufacturing Processes
- Additive Manufacturing
- Production Planning
- Lean Manufacturing
- Sustainable Manufacturing
- Semiconductor Fabrication Processes
Areas of Expertise
- Quality Engineering
- Total Productive Maintenance
- Lean Manufacturing
- Mechanical Micromachining
- Macro- and Micro-manufacturing
- Semiconductor Fabrication Processes
- Curriculum and Program Development and Improvement
- Curriculum and Program Assessment
- Online Teaching and Learning
- Online Course Design, Development, and Review
Research Interests
- Process and Product Development and Improvement
- Macro-, Micro-, and Nano-manufacturing
- Micro- and Nano-technology
- Implantable Medical Devices
- Additive Manufacturing
- Education Research
- Curriculum and Program Assessment
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Sense of Belonging
Ryan A. Towles
- Academic Advisor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- ratowles@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2564
- R. L. Smith 204A
- Assistant Professor, Lou and Herbert Wacker Professorship of Mechanical Engineering
- Affiliated Assistant Professor, Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering
- Multiplanetary INnovation Enterprise (MINE) Faculty Advisor
- pjvansus@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3253
- R. L. Smith 915A
Teaching Interests
- Engineering Design Process
- Mechanics of Materials
- System Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering Practice
- Finite Element Analysis
- Intro to Aerospace Engineering
- Space System Engineering
- Space Resource Utilization
- Senior Design Capstone / Enterprise Project
- Product Realization
Areas of Expertise
- Solid Mechanics
- Structural Design
- Finite Element Analysis
- Engineering Design Process
- System Engineering
- Interdisciplinary Engineering (Aerospace, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mining, Architecture)
- Extreme Environment Design
- Civil and Mining Engineering
- Education
- Optimization and Modeling
Research Interests
- Extreme Environment Technologies (Space, Underwater, Mining, Arctic, etc.)
- Excavation and Mining Technology
- Planetary Science and Exploration
- In-Situ Resource Utilization
- Space Mining and Construction
- Design Optimization
- Robotics and Automation
- System Engineering and Integration
- Research Assistant Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Research Engineer, Advanced Power Systems Research Center
- Director, Michigan Tech Mobile Lab
- jjworm@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2686
- R. L. Smith 709
Research Interests
- High-Performance Engines (SI and CI)
- Direct Injection
- Compressed Natural Gas
- Alternative Fuels
- Energy Efficiency
Areas of Expertise
- Internal Combustion Engines Combustion System Development Variable Valve Lift / Timing Powertrain Calibration Alternative Fuels Engine Integration
- Hybrid Electric Vehicles
- Instrumentation & Testing Ground Vehicle Systems Powertrain Systems
Pavlis Honors College
- Associate Teaching Professor, Pavlis Honors College
- Chair, Curriculum and Assessment Committee, Pavlis Honors College
- Affiliated Associate Teaching Professor, Humanities
- lkfiss@mtu.edu
- M&M 725
Specialties
- Victorian literature
- Gender studies
- History of the book
- Children’s literature
- Music and performance history
- Humor
- Emotion/affect studies
- Qualitative educational research
- Curriculum Development
- Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education
- Dean of the Pavlis Honors College
- Associate Professor, Humanities
- maseigel@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3046
- M&M 722-I
Research Areas
- Educational Innovation
- Rhetoric of Health and Medicine
- Writing Program Administration
Specialties
- Facilitate implementation of Michigan Tech’s undergraduate curriculum
- Support ongoing growth in the Pavlis Honors College
Physics
- Professor of Physics
- Director and John and Phyllis Seaman Endowed Curator, A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum
- Affiliated Professor, Materials Science and Engineering
- jaszczak@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2255
- Fisher 102 and A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum
Links of Interest
Teaching Interests
- Nanotechnology Education
- Assessment in STEM education
Research Interests
- Theoretical condensed matter physics
- Theory and modeling of single-electron transport devices
- Modeling and simulation of properties of interfaces and interface materials
- Atomistic computational physics of surface phases and surface dynamics
- Crystal growth
- Mineralogy of natural graphite
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Physics
- pmanda2@mtu.edu
- Fisher 105
Areas of Interest
- K-16 Physics Education
- Material Science and Engineering
- Origin of Gravitation
- Nature of Light
- Nano-biophysics
- Science-Technology-Society
- History and Philosophy of Physics and Science
- Science and Research Policy
- Teaching Professor, Physics
- mrmeyer@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1708
- Fisher 111
Specialties
- Teaching introductory physics for non-majors
- Blended and active learning in larger classrooms
- Technology-enabled learning
- Inclusive STEM teaching
Psychology and Human Factors
- Professor Emerita, Psychology and Human Factors
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Motivation Science
- Self-Efficacy
- Impact of Values on Behavior
- Cognitive Dissonance
- Individual Differences in STEM Learning
- Associate Research Scientist, Great Lakes Research Center
- Instructor, Psychology and Human Factors
Areas of Expertise
- Design and implementation of professional development for K-12 and undergraduate STEM teachers
- K-12 STEM education research
- Program evaluation
Research Interests
- 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
- Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Visiting Professor, Department of Secondary and Post-School Education, Rhodes University
- khungwe@mtu.edu
- 906-487-1966
- Meese Center 210
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Cultural foundations of cognition
- Media theory and criticism
- Lifespan development theory
- STEM education
- Digital Literacy Project @ Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa: with funding from Carnegie Foundation.
- Department Chair and Associate Professor, Psychology and Human Factors
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Computer Science
- steelman@mtu.edu
- 906-487-2792
- Meese Center 107
Research Interests
- Basic and applied attention
- Models of attention
- Human performance in aviation
- Display design
- Tech adoption
- Technology training