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Good riddance to Dry January and hello to a new episode of Good, but not the best... a Dancing Gnome podcast. We begin the show with a tribute to PileZ (RIP) before jumping straight into a Look Back / Look Ahead (pay attention Barrel Club members.) Next, we talk about a Brew Bound article about breweries closing in Colorado, which leads to a discussion on what would be most helpful for breweries in PA (but mostly Allegheny county). Then, we are joined by our guest, Dr. Bob Parker from the University of Pittsburgh! Bob is the Associate Dean for Graduate Education in the Swanson School of Engineering as well as a professor of Chemical Engineering, but most importantly, teaches a course at Pitt called Science, Technology and Culture of Craft Brewing! Bob tells us how this course came to be, what the students learn during the course, how the students are evaluated, and much, much more. We close out this episode with another round of Watch, Listen, Learn. Thanks for listening!Outro music by: Kabbalistic VillageBreak music by: Kevin MacLeod

We have the privilege of welcoming back Janet E. Stout, Ph.D., President of Special Pathogens Technology and the founder of Special Pathogens Laboratory, A Pace Laboratory. Dr. Stout has academic affiliations with the School of Public Health and Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. A self-described "Legionellologist", Dr. Stout's more than 30 years of research has defined the epidemiology, microbiology and prevention approaches for controlling Legionella growth in building water systems. In our most recent interview, Dr. Janet Stout shared what was new with Legionella standards, what state health departments are doing to combat Legionella, and she answers your burning question of “Are Legionella cases truly on the rise” with data and statistics. This is a Legionella episode you cannot afford to miss, so let's scale up our Legionella knowledge with Dr. Stout. Also, don't forget to check out our free Legionella Resources page where we have listed all of the articles, standards, and tools mentioned in this interview. What Is New with Legionella Standards? How Does It Impact the Water Treatment Industry? Dr. Stout highlights several key updates: Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) TIR34:2023 Published in Fall 2023, TIR34 focuses on water quality for reprocessing medical devices. Dr. Stout emphasizes, "The problem is infection. The solution is the quality of the water." "There are clear chemical and microbial parameters, and these healthcare facilities need your assistance, water professionals," Dr. Stout encourages. ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023 This new standard, “Water for the processing of medical devices,” emphasizes the critical role of monitoring water quality to prevent microbial proliferation. ST108 is a significant step forward for patient safety. “I see so many positive indications of progress and prevention, and that's good for everyone,” shares Dr. Stout. General Services Administration (GSA) Order PBS 1000.7A Effective in 2024, this order mandates comprehensive water testing across federal buildings to ensure health and safety. It includes stringent testing protocols for contaminants like Legionella. Compliance requires professionals to hold certifications such as ASSE 12080 or be certified industrial hygienists (CIH). Dr. Stout remarks, "It's such a big deal that you have to be ASSE 12080 certified to service government buildings now, I'm really impressed by GSA." American Water Works Association (AWWA) Guidance Set to be updated in 2024 or 2025, the new standard will replace AWWA C651-C652 and will likely be titled “Disinfecting Potable Water.” This new guidance will provide updated protocols for disinfecting water-storage facilities, so be on the lookout for this new one. ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 514:2023 This standard focuses on risk management for building water systems, covering physical, chemical, and microbial hazards. It provides comprehensive guidelines for designing, building, maintaining, and operating water systems to protect building occupants. Challenge to the Listener: Educate Yourself: Familiarize yourself with the latest standards, including TIR34, ST108, GSA Order PBS 1000.7A, and ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 514. Engage with Clients: Reach out to healthcare facilities and federal buildings to offer your expertise in water management and help them navigate the new requirements. Stay Informed: Keep an eye on updates from organizations like AAMI, ASHRAE, GSA, and AWWA to stay ahead of industry changes. What's Going on in Ohio? Will Other States Follow Ohio? Ohio's Proactive Approach Dr. Janet Stout praises Ohio's innovative approach to managing Legionella risks. Unlike most areas where Legionella water management is voluntary, Ohio has taken a significant step by mandating it through hospital licensure codes. This mandate requires hospitals to have a water management plan and to test for Legionella, making compliance a condition for maintaining their licenses. The new regulation, scheduled to take effect in October 2024, aims to enhance infection control and manage the risk of waterborne pathogens, particularly Legionella. High Incidence of Legionnaires Disease Ohio's proactive stance is partly driven by its high incidence of Legionnaires disease. The state, along with Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New York, consistently reports high numbers of cases. Ohio's health department has noted a significant increase in cases from 2022 to 2023. This alarming trend highlights the urgent need for effective water management and testing protocols. The Ohio Regulation Specifies Detailed Requirements for Hospitals: Each hospital must conduct Legionella testing within the first twelve months. Two validation tests must be performed, no fewer than four months apart and no more than six months apart. The regulation includes explicit language to ensure rigorous water management and Legionella testing. The Future for Other States Dr. Stout is hopeful that other states will follow Ohio's example. She mentions ongoing legislative efforts in states like New Jersey and Pennsylvania, although the process is slow. Ohio's innovative and mandatory approach to Legionella water management sets a precedent that could influence other states. Dr. Stout's optimism reflects a broader movement towards more stringent and proactive water management practices across the country. As more states recognize the importance of these measures, we can expect a gradual but significant shift towards better management of Legionella and other waterborne pathogens. Are Legionella Cases Truly on the Rise? "Legionella is on the rise," Dr. Stout shares. "It's not increasing just because we are doing more testing." She also points to changing weather patterns as a contributing factor. "There's a global shift with Legionnaires' disease cases extending from summer into fall. The season is getting longer, and things are staying warmer longer." This observation highlights the need for a deeper understanding of how environmental factors and public health practices influence Legionella prevalence. We hope you found these insights from Dr. Janet Stout valuable. Legionella management is a critical aspect of industrial water treatment, and staying informed and proactive is key to ensuring the safety and health of building occupants. As always, we encourage you to continue learning, sharing, and growing within our community. Thank you for being a dedicated member of the Scaling UP! H2O community and for celebrating Legionella Awareness Month with us. Together, we can make a significant impact in the fight against Legionnaires' disease. Timestamps 01:00 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals 06:00 - Interview with Janet E. Stout, Ph.D. is President of Special Pathogens Technology and the founder of Special Pathogens Laboratory, A Pace Laboratory 01:14:20 - Drop by Drop with James McDonald Quotes “It is happy Legionella Awareness Month because we are making progress.” - Dr. Janet Stout “I give Ohio a round of applause for doing the right thing!” - Dr. Janet Stout “You don't know if your efforts are working unless you test for it.”- Dr. Janet Stout “This is unacceptable: Legionnaires' disease remains a very high mortality infection. 25-30% of hospitalized patients who get legionella from the hospital die.” - Dr. Janet Stout “I see so many good indications of progress and prevention.” - Dr. Janet Stout “We need to make progress on mandatory testing because it's the only way to understand risk. We want to mitigate the risk.” - Dr. Janet Stout Connect with Janet E. Stout, Ph.D. Phone: 412.281.5335 Email: jstout@specialpathogenslab.com  Website: www.specialpathogenslab.com ST108, Utility Water (UWK) Kit LinkedIn: in/janet-e-stout-ph-d-32607612 company/special-pathogens-laboratory Drop By Drop with James In today's episode, I have a challenge for you.  The challenge is…update your LinkedIn profile.  Do it right now.  If you're driving, do it when you next stop.  The days of LinkedIn being just a resume are long gone.  Today, it's your calling card, your networking tool, and a learning tool.  Check out your name. Did you accidentally flip your name, so your last name comes before your first?  If you did, fix it now.  Is the name listed the one you actually go by?  If you go by a nickname, either put it in parenthesis or replace your formal name with it.  What does the headline right below your name say?  You get 3 seconds to catch someone's attention.  Does this little headline phrase under your name really say what you do and who you are?  What about your picture?  Do you look like the person people in your network would actually meet in person or are you dressed in a tuxedo or bridesmaid gown from the last wedding you were in?  I doubt many of us are doing our jobs in tuxedos and gowns.  Does your picture look unprofessional in other ways, as well?  The first things people see when looking at your LinkedIn calling card, as I call it, is your name, face, and headline.  Ensuring these three items are correct is the first place to start.  Then you can move on to experience, education (if applicable), etc. 2024 Events for Water Professionals Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.  

Peoples Natural Gas is not just imagining a world with zero-emission hydrogen energy, it is actively pursuing it through a unique partnership with H Quest and the University of Pittsburgh's Swanson School of Engineering with promising results. Tune in to TechVibe Radio this Sunday (7/14) to learn more from Peoples' Doug Bush about the pilot and innovative demonstration project in McKeesport that will attempt to create zero-emission hydrogen energy at the scale needed for widespread adoption. Peoples installed one of H Quest's proprietary microwave pyrolysis units to transform natural gas into pure hydrogen without CO2 emissions. The process creates what is often referred to as turquoise hydrogen. The process also creates carbon black: an industrial product used as a crucial component in batteries, paints, pigments, rubber products, tires, and more. Tune in, geek out and be amazed!

He is also an Adjunct Lecturer at the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. He has published many articles and delivered presentations in cities around the world. But he tells a great story about his father, working as a civil engineer on a highway construction project in 1990 in the jungle in Colombia.And we learn a lot.Follow him on Facebook and Linked In: Sebastian Lobo GuerreroTo learn more about AGES Inc., go to agesinc.comFor more about Swanson Engineering, check out engineering.pitt.eduTo learn about the I-579 CAP Urban Connector Project and Frankie Pace Park (also called the “SEA Cap” over the Crosstown Boulevard), go to www.pgh-sea.com/The bridge collapse in Colombia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chirajara_bridge_collapseand www.bridgeweb.com/Report-published-on-fatal-Colombian-bridge-collapse/4659For more about the revolutionary group often called FARCWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE------------------------------Support GUMBANDS: donate.wqed.org/wqed/gumbandsMore GUMBANDS: www.gumbands.org More from Rick Sebak:NEBBY: Rick Sebak's Tales of Greater Pittsburgh: wqed.org/nebbyPittsburgh History Series: wqed.org/watch/pittsburgh-history-series Follow Rick on social:Instagram: @ricksebakFacebook: Rick SebakTwitter: @rickaroundhere------------------------------GUMBANDS is brought to you by WQED Pittsburgh  and made possible by the Buhl Foundation. 

Regenerative Medicine Today welcomes back Dr. Harvey Borovetz.  Dr. Borovetz is a Distinguished Professor and former Chair (2002-2013) in the Department of Bioengineering, Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, the Robert L. Hardesty Professor in the Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, a Professor of Chemical and [...]

Why are some industries far ahead in applying safety technologies and making continuous progress? Why is health care behind? One medical specialty, however, defies this track. Join host Karen Wolk Feinstein and special guests Dr. Aman Mahajan, professor and chair of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine, bioinformatics, and pharmacology and professor of bioengineering in the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh and chair of UPMC Perioperative Services, and Dr. Jeffrey Cooper, professor of anesthesia at Harvard Medical School and founder of the Center for Medical Simulation, as they explore how the specialty of anesthesiology has embraced technology and a culture of safety in ways that others have not. View show notes and a transcript of this episode here.

Why are some industries far ahead in applying safety technologies and making continuous progress? Why is health care behind? One medical specialty, however, defies this track. Join host Karen Wolk Feinstein and special guests Dr. Aman Mahajan, professor and chair of anesthesiology and perioperative medicine, bioinformatics, and pharmacology and professor of bioengineering in the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh and chair of UPMC Perioperative Services, and Dr. Jeffrey Cooper, professor of anesthesia at Harvard Medical School and founder of the Center for Medical Simulation, as they explore how the specialty of anesthesiology has embraced technology and a culture of safety in ways that others have not.  View show notes and a transcript of this episode here.

This is part two of a two-part series discussing creative synthesis, sustainability and water safety with Mary Ann Dickinson, past president and CEO of the Alliance for Water Efficiency, and Dr. Janet E. Stout, president of Special Pathogens Laboratory. If you missed part one, we suggest you go back and listen to that episode before continuing here. Mary Ann Dickinson was the president and CEO of the Alliance for Water Efficiency, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the efficient and sustainable use of water in the United States and Canada, at the time of this recording. She has presented numerous papers on water conservation, internationally and all across the United States and Canada.Learn more about the Alliance for Water Efficiency at https://www.allianceforwaterefficiency.org.Janet Stout, PhD, is President of Special Pathogens Laboratory and Research Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, Swanson School of Engineering, in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Infectious Disease. Dr. Stout is recognized worldwide for seminal discoveries and pioneering research of Legionella.To learn more about Special Pathogens Laboratory, visit https://specialpathogenslab.com.To learn more about The Authority Podcast, and to subscribe to out show on your podcast app of choice, visit https://www.iapmo.org/theauthoritypodcast.

Welcome to the first episode of The Authority Podcast: Plumbing and Mechanical. This is part one of a two-part series discussing creative synthesis, sustainability, and water safety with Mary Ann Dickinson, past President and CEO of the Alliance for Water Efficiency, and Dr. Janet E. Stout, president of Special Pathogens Laboratory.Mary Ann Dickinson was the president and CEO of the Alliance for Water Efficiency, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the efficient and sustainable use of water in the United States and Canada, at the time of this recording. Based in Chicago, the Alliance works with over 520 water utilities, water conservation professionals, and business and industry planners, regulators, and consumers. In 2014, the Alliance won the U.S. Water Prize in the nonprofit category for its work. Mary Ann has over 40 years of experience in water resources and water efficiency. A graduate of the University of Connecticut, Mary Ann currently serves as the co-chair of the Water and Planning Network of the American Planning Association, and is a Board member of the California Irrigation Institute. She is past Chair of the Efficient Urban Water Management Specialist Group for the International Water Association, past chair of the American Waterworks Association, National Water Conservation Division, and past President of the Lake Arrowhead Community Service District. She has presented numerous papers on water conservation, internationally and all across the United States and Canada. Learn more about the Alliance for Water Efficiency at https://www.allianceforwaterefficiency.org.Janet Stout, PhD, is President of Special Pathogens Laboratory and Research Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, Swanson School of Engineering, in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Infectious Disease. Dr. Stout is recognized worldwide for seminal discoveries and pioneering research of Legionella. Her expertise includes prevention and control strategies for Legionnaires' disease and building water systems. Dr. Stout's more than 30 years of research is published in peer reviewed medical and scientific journals. She has also authored textbook chapters on Legionella and Legionnaires' disease, including the Legionella chapter in the APIC text. An advocate for prevention, Dr. Stout assisted in developing the first Legionella prevention guideline in 1993, which continues to serve as a model for national and global health agencies and organizations.Additionally, she serves on the ASHRAE Legionella Standard Committee for Legionella Guideline 12, and the SPC 188 Committee for ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 188-2015, Legionellosis Risk Management for Building Water Systems – the first U.S. standard, passed in June 2015. To learn more about Special Pathogens Laboratory, visit https://specialpathogenslab.com.To learn more about The Authority Podcast, and to subscribe to out show on your podcast app of choice, visit https://www.iapmo.org/theauthoritypodcast.

Regenerative Medicine Today welcomes Drs. Harvey Borovetz and Salim Olia.  Dr. Borovetz is a Distinguished Professor and former Chair (2002-2013) in the Department of Bioengineering, Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, the Robert L. Hardesty Professor in the Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, a Professor of Chemical [...]

The ExOne Company and the University of Pittsburgh have partnered to develop reusable metal filters that fit into a specially designed respirator cartridge for sustainable, long-term protection against contaminants, such as COVID-19. ExOne’s binder jetting technology is a high-speed form of 3D printing that can produce metal parts with specific porosity levels that can effectively filter out contaminants while allowing airflow. ExOne has 3D printed respirator filters in two metals — copper and 316L stainless steel — and a range of porosity levels for use inside a unique cartridge designed by the Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science department in Pitt’s Swanson School of Engineering. Initial testing for airflow and filtration efficiency is currently underway, and the filters are being optimized with the goal of adhering to an N95 respirator standard. Learn more about this project and additive manufacturing in Pittsburgh with ExOne CEO John Hartner and Markus Chmielus, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Pitt's Swanson School.

ALung Technologies Founder Bill Federspiel and CEO Pete DeComo talk about the 23 year path of building the company. ALung Technologies is a pioneer in the development of respiratory assist technologies that provide a superior alternative to traditional, invasive respiratory support. Bill is on faculty in the Swanson School of Engineering and the McGowan Institute. Pete successful scaled and sold Renal Solutions in Pittsburgh. ALung is commercializing the Hemolung Respiratory Assist System (RAS) for the benefit of patients and their caregivers. It is now being used to treat patients with COVID-19. Hemolung RAS is a safe and simple-to-use respiratory assist system that can replace mechanical ventilation in a majority of respiratory exacerbation cases or provide a supplement that can lessen lengths of stay on mechanical ventilation and in the ICU. The dialysis-like system effectively supplements lung function through a single, small catheter, removing 50 percent of retained carbon dioxide from the blood, while administering up to 25 percent oxygen.

Regenerative Medicine Today welcomes Dr. Lance Davidson.  Dr. Davidson is a Professor and Wellington C. Carl Faculty Fellow of Bioengineering in the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering.   Dr. Davidson discusses his research in the interfaces between engineering, physics, and biology. For more information about Dr. Davidson, please click here. Host John Murphy. For [...]

Doctor Takashi Kozai, or Doctor TK Kozai, is currently an assistant professor at the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. He currently works in his own laboratory and researches in-vivo calcium brain imaging. He also has a background in research concerning carbon electrode development. He has been offered to work with the Neuralink Team associated with Elon Musk, but turned down the offer to focus on the innovational aspects of neural implant development. Top Three Takeaways: In-vivo brain imaging seeks to map the generation of brain signals and realize how humans detect these signals. Though Kozai expresses his amazement at the work of Elon Musk’s team, he shares that he declined the offer to work with Neuralink because it did not necessarily focus on his interests. Innovation in any field lasts forever and influences the development of future technology. Show Notes: [0:00] Ladan introduces his guest TK Kozai that he met at the Neural Engineering Conference in San Francisco that he recently attended; he works with in-vivo calcium imaging and turned down Elon Musk’s offer to work on the Neuralink team. [1:45] Kozai describes his interests as understanding the materials and designs of neural implants, as well as the biological degeneration and regeneration around the interfaces. [2:20] In-vivo brain imaging seeks to map the generation of brain signals and realize how humans detect these signals. [3:05] Kozai reaffirms the importance of glial cells and other molecules that support the functioning of neurons. [4:15] Modulating the stiffness and designs of electrodes often has many unintentional effects. [5:25] Kozai’s research has shown that higher frequency stimulation leads to decreased antidromic activation over time. [7:10] Kozai confirms that there have been struggles in the path of his research development that had to be dealt with in order for progression. [7:30] His team has been excited to use two-photon microscopy to study how degeneration tissue reaction nucleosis evolves over time. [7:45] Challenges include head-capping and packaging of the neural interface. [9:30] Kozai shares how his advisor initially had doubts concerning his research in carbon electrodes. [10:30] Kozai explains how he set the research for his paper into motion from an idea. [12:00] Though Kozai expresses his amazement at the work of Elon Musk’s team, he shares that he declined the offer to work with Neuralink because it did not necessarily focus on his interests. [14:00] Academia explores the innovation and progression in neural bioelectronic development that is often exciting. [15:00] Kozai’s lab is now focusing on how to treat different types of neural degeneration with engineering. [16:40] Technological health developments can be developed from studying how injuries affect people genetically prone to certain neurodegenerative diseases. [18:30] Kozai explains how is high-school biology teacher influenced his interest in biology. [21:30] He hopes that technology in brain-machine interfaces will build-off and develop from his work.

We're almost at the end of our deep-dive into the lifecycle of innovation, or the so-called Hype Cycle. Phase Four, aka the Slope of Enlightenment, is when the breakthrough happens, you get out of the trough, and start moving forward. We're using this phase to share big news from Stable Genius Productions and talk to Katrina Kelly-Pitou, an environmental economist, on the truth behind blockchain's energy-guzzling reputation. Plus, the mayor who made history by banning Bitcoin operations in his city. And then decided to allow them back in. Get ready to be enlightened. *Also, our email newsletter is a must read. **Sign up for a bi-weekly letter from Manoush with links to her favorite articles and podcasts, a look behind-the-scenes at Stable Genius Productions, and upcoming events. (For example, our guest Jackie Fenn wrote a novel about a programmer whose algorithm goes rogue!) Who You’ll Hear: Katrina Kelly-Pitou Professor Resilient Energy and Power Systems, Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh (@manoushz) Manoush Zomorodi, host of ZigZag (@tkbeaty) Thalia Beaty, producer of ZigZag ZigZag is the business show about being human. Join a community of listeners riding the twists and turns of late-capitalism, searching for a kinder, more sustainable way. Manoush Zomorodi and Jen Poyant investigate how work and business impact our wellbeing and the planet we live on. On Seasons 4 and 5, hear from rebels and visionaries with radical ideas on how we can build stable lives, careers, and companies. If you’re also interested in Jen and Manoush’s personal story and their adventures in starting their own business with a little help from blockchain technology, listen to the first three seasons, starting with Season 1, Chapter 1.

We're almost at the end of our deep-dive into the lifecycle of innovation, or the so-called Hype Cycle. Phase Four, aka the Slope of Enlightenment, is when the breakthrough happens, you get out of the trough, and start moving forward. We're using this phase to share big news from Stable Genius Productions and talk to Katrina Kelly-Pitou, an environmental economist, on the truth behind blockchain's energy-guzzling reputation. Plus, the mayor who made history by banning Bitcoin operations in his city. And then decided to allow them back in. Get ready to be enlightened. *Also, our email newsletter is a must read. **Sign up for a bi-weekly letter from Manoush with links to her favorite articles and podcasts, a look behind-the-scenes at Stable Genius Productions, and upcoming events. (For example, our guest Jackie Fenn wrote a novel about a programmer whose algorithm goes rogue!) Who You’ll Hear: Katrina Kelly-Pitou Professor Resilient Energy and Power Systems, Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh (@manoushz) Manoush Zomorodi, host of ZigZag (@tkbeaty) Thalia Beaty, producer of ZigZag ZigZag is the business show about being human. Join a community of listeners riding the twists and turns of late-capitalism, searching for a kinder, more sustainable way. Manoush Zomorodi and Jen Poyant investigate how work and business impact our wellbeing and the planet we live on. On Seasons 4 and 5, hear from rebels and visionaries with radical ideas on how we can build stable lives, careers, and companies. If you’re also interested in Jen and Manoush’s personal story and their adventures in starting their own business with a little help from blockchain technology, listen to the first three seasons, starting with Season 1, Chapter 1.

Regenerative Medicine Today welcomes Dr. David Vorp.  Dr. Vorp is the Associate Dean for Research, Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh.  In addition, he is the John A. Swanson Professor of Bioengineering, with secondary appointments in the Departments of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Surgery, and the Clinical & Translational Sciences Institute at the University of [...]

Will Owens is the CEO of WOW Mentoring, LLC and Founder of We Only Win Club & the B.R.O.T.H.E.R.H.O.O.D.   Will is focused on helping people obtain time and financial freedom, so that they can identify their purpose in life and win life through growing a relationship with God, and following God’s principles.   As a part of Will’s mentorship he leads and develops people in 5 key areas:  mentally, spiritually, financially, physically, and emotionally. He is a licensed financial professional and has graduated with an Engineering degree from the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering. Will currently resides in Atlanta, GA with his wife, Cayse, and daughter, Madison.  He  travels all over the world leading mentees in-person as well as over the Internet. Will can be contacted through: Instagram: https://Instagram.com/will_owens Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WOWMentoringLLC Email: Will@WOWMentoringLLC.com Website:  www.WOWMentoringLLC.com

This episode of the Thriving Children Podcast is a game changer. I chat with Bruce McLachlan, Principal of Swanson School in New Zealand. It’s a setting also known as ‘the school with no rules’ (in the playground that is). Listen in to find out:What recess and lunchtime actually look like at SwansonHow ‘free play’ has unfolded over the years (including the response of parents and teachers in the early days)What yard duty now looks likeHow creating freedom in children’s playtime has lead to less bullying and more focus in the classroomThe first steps for others in removing ridiculous rules. My favourite quote from this episode: “We’ve stopped trusting children”. Links for this episode:No Rules School documentary on SBSSwanson School Website - Free PlayProject Play at Swanson School (article by Bruce)Join Clare’s Thriving Children Facebook CommunityMusic by BenSound.com

Regenerative Medicine Today welcomes Julie Phillippi, PhD. Dr. Phillippi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, School of Medicine, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Bioengineering, Swanson School of Engineering. Dr. Phillippi discusses her research in aortic disease with the Thoracic Aortic Disease Research Laboratory. For more information [...]

  View the corresponding slide show here! Abstract: Improvements to the existing electric power grid infrastructure, whose design dates back nearly a century, have been identified as a key aspect of the current U.S. strategy to improve energy efficiency, grid reliability, and power security. In order to effectively and economically implement the necessary improvements and expansions of the power grid infrastructure to meet the emerging needs of smart grid implementation, renewable energy integration, and energy storage applications, increased development and applications of advanced power electronics based technologies, such as High Voltage and Medium Voltage DC Systems (HVDC and MVDC) and Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS), must take place. An overview of current HVDC, MVDC, and FACTS technologies will be provided, along with a discussion of new developments and emerging needs for future transmission and distribution system applications. In addition, an interesting historical perspective will be provided on the AC vs. DC controversy dating back to the days of Westinghouse, Tesla, and Edison - and why that battle is being renewed today. Biography: Dr. Gregory Reed is the Director of the Electric Power Initiative in the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, Associate Director of the University’s Center for Energy, and Associate Professor of Electric Power Engineering in the Swanson School’s Electrical & Computer Engineering Department. He is also the Director of the newly established Grid Technologies Collaborative of the DOE National Energy Technology Laboratory's Regional University Alliance; and an inaugural member of the National Academies of Science and Engineering's Energy Ambassador Program. His research interests, teaching activities, and related pursuits include advanced electric power and energy generation, transmission, and distribution system technologies; power electronics and control technologies (FACTS, HVDC, and MVDC systems); renewable energy systems and integration; smart grid technologies and applications; and energy storage. Dr. Reed has over 27 years of combined industry and academic experience in the electric power and energy arena, including engineering, research & development, and executive management positions throughout his career with the Consolidated Edison of New York, ABB Inc., Mitsubishi Electric Corp., and DNV-KEMA Inc. He has authored or co-authored more than 75 papers and technical articles in the areas of electric power system analysis, the applications of advanced power systems and power electronics technologies, and power engineering education. He is an active member of the IEEE Power & Energy Society and the American Society of Engineering Education. Dr. Reed earned his Ph.D, in electric power engineering from the University of Pittsburgh (1997), M.Eng. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1986), and B.S. from Gannon University (1985). Web: www.power.pitt.edu ; http://www.energy.pitt.edu/About/Reed.asp Recorded at the Carnegie Science Center, Pittsburgh, PA. Monday, April 8th, 2013.