John A. Nychka PhD, PEng, FEC, FGC (Hon.)

Born in Canada 1974

1992-1997 BSc       Metallurgical Engineering, Co-op, University of Alberta

1997-1999 MEng   Materials Science & Engineering, McMaster University

1999-2004 PhD      Materials, University of California Santa Barbara

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On a personal and professional level, I love:

        1) science

        2) art and photography

        3) discovering, exploring, solving puzzles and problems

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I am happiest when all the things I love are combined - and that means either teaching or research. I am not satisfied doing one or the other, even if some days I think they are the same.

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I value:

      Creativity                              Communication                  Critical Thinking
      Intellectual Curiosity          Honesty and Integrity        Self awareness
      Fundamental Principles     Professionalism                 Resourcefulness
      Teamwork                            Dedication                           Systems Thinking