Journalists attending the Republican National Convention (RNC) are invited to engage with leading Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) experts in a range of fields, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cybersecurity, urban studies, biotechnology, population health, water resources, and higher education. MSOE media relations are available to identify key experts and assist in setting up interviews (See contact details below).
As the RNC brings national attention to Milwaukee, discussions are expected to cover pivotal topics such as national security, technological innovation, urban development, and higher education. MSOE's experts are well-positioned to provide research and insights, as well as local context for your coverage.
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity
Dr. Jeremy Kedziora
Associate Professor, PieperPower Endowed Chair in Artificial Intelligence
Expertise: AI, machine learning, ChatGPT, ethics of AI, global technology revolution, using these tools to solve business problems or advance business objectives, political science.
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Dr. Derek Riley
Professor, B.S. in Computer Science Program Director
Expertise: AI, machine learning, facial recognition, deep learning, high performance computing, mobile computing, artificial intelligence
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Dr. Walter Schilling
Professor
Expertise: Cybersecurity and the latest technological advancements in automobiles and home automation systems; how individuals can protect their business operations and personal networks.
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Milwaukee and Wisconsin:
Culture, Architecture & Urban Planning, Design
Dr. Michael Carriere
Professor, Honors Program Director
Expertise: an urban historian, with expertise in American history, urban studies and sustainability; growth of Milwaukee's neighborhoods, the challenges many of them are facing, and some of the solutions that are being implemented. Dr. Carriere is an expert in Milwaukee and Wisconsin history and politics, urban agriculture, creative placemaking, and the Milwaukee music scene.
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Kurt Zimmerman
Assistant Professor
Expertise: Architectural history of Milwaukee, architecture, urban planning and sustainable design.
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Biotechnology
Dr. Wujie Zhang
Professor, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Expertise: Biomaterials; Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering; Micro/Nano-technology; Drug Delivery; Stem Cell Research; Cancer Treatment; Cryobiology; Food Science and Engineering (Fluent in Chinese and English)
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Dr. Jung Lee
Professor, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Expertise: Bioinformatics, drug design and molecular modeling.
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Population Health
Robin Gates
Assistant Professor, Nursing
Expertise: Population health expert: understanding and addressing the diverse factors that influence health outcomes across different populations.
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Water Resources
Dr. William Gonwa
Professor, Civil Engineering
Expertise: Water Resources, Sewers, Storm Water, Civil Engineering education
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Higher Education
Dr. Eric Baumgartner
Executive Vice President of Academics
Expertise: Thought leadership on higher education, relevancy and value of higher ed, role of A.I. in future degrees and workforce development.
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Dr. Candela Marini
Assistant Professor
Expertise: Latin American Studies and Visual Culture
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Dr. John Walz
President
Expertise: Thought leadership on higher education, relevancy and value of higher ed
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Media Relations Contact
To schedule an interview or for more information, please contact:
JoEllen Burdue
Senior Director of Communications and Media Relations
Phone: (414) 839-0906
Email: burdue@msoe.edu
About Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE)
Milwaukee School of Engineering is the university of choice for those seeking an inclusive community of experiential learners driven to solve the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. The independent, non-profit university has about 2,800 students and was founded in 1903. MSOE offers bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering, business and nursing. Faculty are student-focused experts who bring real-world experience into the classroom. This approach to learning makes students ready now as well as prepared for the future. Longstanding partnerships with business and industry leaders enable students to learn alongside professional mentors, and challenge them to go beyond what's possible. MSOE graduates are leaders of character, responsible professionals, passionate learners and value creators.