Faculty and Staff - Engineering and Engineering Technology University of Wisconsin

Faculty & Staff

UW-Oshkosh
Engineering & Engineering Technology

(920) 424-1547
engtech@uwosh.edu
Fax: (920) 424-1581

Associate Professor

Environmental Engineering Technology

Office:	Halsey Science 312
Phone:	(920) 424-7106
Email:	dijkstrm@uwosh.edu
Learn more about Dr. Dijkstra
Currently our research group is assisting efforts to control algal blooms in Lake Winnebago, Lake Decatur and Green Bay by determining the fraction of bioavailable phosphorus (the growth limiting nutrient) and the fraction of phosphorus not available for uptake by algae. We are collaborating with governmental agencies like the USGS and EPA, research and educational institutions like NGRREC, UW-Green Bay and MTU and organizations like the Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance. We have the analytical capacity to measure ultra low concentrations of phosphorus (up to 0.5 ugP/L) and are actively involved in field sampling and algal experiments.

Professor

Environmental Engineering Technology

Office:	ERIC Lab Halsey Science 320
Phone:	(920) 424-1100
Email:	kleinhei@uwosh.edu
Learn more about Dr. Kleinheinz
Dr. Kleinheinz and his group in conjunction with the staff Environmental Research and Innovation Center (ERIC) center have a research program focused on collaborative research, outreach, and support of clients and communities from Wisconsin and beyond. These project encompass many aspects of environmental public health and engineering. Some projects currently underway include the transformation of solid wastes into value-added products, recreational water and reengineering of beaches, advanced anaerobic digestion (AD) technologies, drinking water system testing and evaluation, rapid microbial detection method development, indoor air quality of the built environment, and pathogen fate and transport in AD systems.

Assistant Professor

Automation Engineering Technology

Office:	Halsey Science 318
Phone:	(920) 424-1152
Email:	lij@uwosh.edu
Website:	https://jiaqiongli.github.io/
Education D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Georgia, USA, 2024 S., Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China, 2018 S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China, 2015 Area of Interest Three-dimensional and higher-dimensional optical sensing, digital-twin technologies, physics-informed deep learning, in-situ monitoring for advanced manufacturing. Jiaqiong “Joan” Li, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of automation engineering technology at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. She received her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Georgia in 2024, where she also served as a postdoctoral researcher. Her research specializes in 3D and higher-dimensional optical sensing at the intersection of digital-twin technologies, physics-informed deep learning, with applications in advanced manufacturing, robotics, agriculture, and related fields. She is dedicated to equipping students with both strong theoretical foundations and practical skills to succeed in a rapidly evolving era of automation and artificial intelligence.

Outreach and Operations Specialist

Office:	ERIC Lab
Phone:	(920) 424-0785
Email:	koeppenl@uwosh.edu
Lisa received her bachelor’s degree in Human Services and minor in Business form the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh. She is currently working with both the Environmental Research and Innovation Center (ERIC) and the Engineering and Engineering Technology program (EET). Lisa acts as an operation coordinator for both areas by managing operation of the ERIC Lab and outreach for the EET. Lisa has 25 years of experience in outreach and educating the community. She enjoys creating relationships with students, faculty, and community.

Assistant Professor

Engineering Technology

Office:	Halsey Science 311
Phone:	920-424-0679
Email:	lut@uwosh.edu
Before joining UW-Oshkosh, Tongtong Lu was a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering of Marquette University and Medical College of Wisconsin. He received his bachelor’s degree in Information Engineering from Zhejiang University in 2016 and his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Marquette University in 2022. His research experience focused on fluorescence and polarization imaging for intraoperative tumor margin assessment, as well as near-infrared localization technology for endotracheal tube monitoring, etc. His research interests include biomedical optics, bioinstrumentation, and the application of machine learning in healthcare. In addition to research, he has served as a peer reviewer for several journals, including Biomedical Optics Express, Optics Letters, Physics in Medicine & Biology, and the Journal of Medical Imaging.

Associate Professor

Electrical Engineering Technology

Office:	Halsey Science 314
Phone:	(920) 424-4159
Email:	nasif@uwosh.edu
Dr. Nasif received his B.Sc. degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Bangladesh, in 2003, the M.S.E. degree in Electrical Engineering from Wright State University, USA, in 2005, and the Ph.D. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from George Mason University, USA, in 2009. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering Technology of University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA. Dr. Nasif’s expertise is in signal processing and communication systems. His research interests are in novel applications of modeling and signal processing techniques to next generation communication and sensor systems and networks, including biomedical signals and systems, the internet-of-things and nanotechnology.

Associate Professor

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Office:	Halsey Science 318
Phone:	(920) 424-1736
Email:	olszewskip@uwosh.edu
Learn more about Dr. Olszewski
My professional goal is to grow as a world’s top expert with a forward-moving institution that provides an opportunity to enhance philosophy of sustainability by development in manufacturing- and energy-related areas. Therefore my research interests are focused on mathematical modeling and optimization of energy conversion processes in manufacturing sector. My industrial experience has a significant influence on my vision of theoretical and practical lectures. My main goal is to teach students understanding physical phenomena of energy-related processes. It is crucial to show, that surrounding world is the large system of various mechanisms that can be separated with appropriate boundary conditions and described by proper mathematical formulations.

Lecturer

Engineering Technology

Email:	saegere@uwosh.edu
With more than a decade of experience in industry, across multinational and local companies, Eric has been looking forward to the opportunity to help students prepare for their future. While continuing to work as an active project manager at a local machinery manufacturer he is committed to presenting the tools and strategies for future leaders in engineering to delve into their roles in projects and at project based organizations. He looks forward to engaging students to bridge the gap between academic theory and workplace action and instill a love of continuous improvement for both their personal and professional lives. In his spare time he enjoys learning languages, international travel, and keeping physically active.

Program Coordinator

Engineering and Engineering Technology