Protactile Research Network
Jenna L. Gorlewicz
Associate Dean of Research and Innovation
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Collaborative Haptics, Robotics, and Mechatronics Laboratory
Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
School of Science and Engineering
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 977-8185
Email: [email protected]
Aurenar, CTO and Co-Founder
ViTAL, President and Co-Founder
Education
Ph.D. 2013 Mechanical Engineering, Vanderbilt University
Dissertation: The Efficacy of Surface Haptics and Force Feedback in Education
Advisor: Dr. Robert J. Webster III
B.S. 2008 Mechanical Engineering, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Summa Cum Laude, Departmental Honors, Minors in Physics and Mathematics
Positions Held
2023- Present CTO and Co-Founder, Aurenar
2022- Present Associate Dean of Research and Innovation, SSE, Saint Louis University
2022- Present Faculty Lead to the VP of Research & Partnerships for Innovation, Saint Louis University
2020- Present Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Saint Louis University
2015- Present President and Co-Founder, ViTAL
2015- 2020 Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Saint Louis University
2013-2015 Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Research Interests
Design, modeling, and control of haptic systems, particularly as applied to multimodal interaction, assistive technologies, and telerobotics. Human-Machine Interfaces, wearable haptics and multimodal information transfer for communication, STEM education, and consumer technology. Deep collabora tion with individuals who have visual impairments and who are DeafBlind. Design and assessment of new technologies in formal and informal settings.
Electromechanical design, modeling, and control, particularly as applied to medical systems. Image guided surgery and medical robotics. Minimally invasive steerable devices. Robotic-assisted surgery. Pill-sized swallowable robots and other meso-scale devices. Haptic and Human-Machine Interfaces for surgical training and teleoperation.
Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurship Education as applied to academic teaching and research. Translation of academic research into sustainable ventures and helping universities promote such efforts via faculty/student training; Creation and assessment of teaching innovations that promote entrepreneurship education in engineering programs
Administrative Experience
Associate Dean of Research and Innovation, SEE, SLU, 2022-Present
Primary responsibilities include:
Managing the School of Science and Engineering’s research portfolio (Approx. 100 faculty)
Catalyzing research growth including research expenditures, research activity, and partnerships
Building research culture through programming, mentoring, and development
Infusing new opportunities for innovation through partnerships
Establishing processes and structures supportive of research
Supporting Strategic Planning across departments and schools
Faculty Lead to the Vice President for Research, SLU, 2023-Present
Primary responsibilities include:
Serving as a faculty lead in science and engineering to the VP of Research
Overseeing the Science and Engineering Research Council and internal funding programs
Supporting research strategic growth plans across the university
Collaborating with other faculty leads and Associate Dean’s to support OVPR priorities
Advising on key supporting systems of research including grant operations, compliance, development, and communications
Selected Awards and Honors
2024 Kranz Professorship for Excellence in Research
2024 Saint Louis University Faculty Research Award
2023 NSF Convergence Acclerator Phase I and II Principal Investigator
2022 SLU Research Institute Fellow
2021 SLU Faculty Excellence Award
2019 NSF CAREER Award
2018 Outstanding Graduate Faculty, Parks College
2017 ViTAL, Arch Grants Winner
2015 Speaker at the NSF Next Generation STEM Learning For All Forum and invited to the White House Summit on Next Generation Learning
2015 Top Team Award, NSF I-Corps L Program
2014 Outstanding Teacher, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SIUE
2013 Baich Award for most outstanding STEP basic research proposal at SIUE
2013 Selected to attend the NAE Frontiers of Engineering Education Symposium
2012 Best Paper Award, American Society of Engineering Education Conference
2010 MathWorks Education Curriculum Grant
2009 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
2009 Best Poster, ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference (Three in Five Competition)
2009 Medical Robotics and Computer Integrated Interventional Systems Winter School, JHU
2008 CIRTL Teaching as Research Fellowship
2008-2012 Vanderbilt University IBM Fellowship
2008-2012 Vanderbilt Graduate School Travel Grants
Publications
Journal Articles
[J1] K. M. Donovan, J. D. Adams, K. Y. Park, P. Demarest, G. Tan, J. T. Willie, P. Brunner, J. L. Gorlewicz, and E. C. Leuthardt. Vibrotactile auricular vagus nerve stimulation alters limbic system connectivity in humans: A pilot study. PLOS One, 2024. Under Review. Preprint available:
https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2024.09.10.612366v1.abstract.
[J2] M. F. Dunlap, J. L. Tennison, J. B. Weinberg, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Hold: A remote haptic handshaking system. IEEE Transactions on Haptics, 2024. Under Review.
[J3] B. A. MacGavin, J. L. Tennison, T. Edwards, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Wearable haptic systems for measuring touch profiles and facilitating tactile communication. IEEE Transactions on Haptics, 2024. Under Review.
[J4] S. G. Lambert, A. Pawar, T. L. Smith, E. B. Moore, and Gorlewicz, J. L. It’s hip to be square: A tangible user interface for quadrilateral learning. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 2024.Under Review.
[J5] T. Kluthe, H. Williams, W. Allee, S. Goswami, J. L. Tennison, Gorlewicz, J. L., N. A. Giudice,B. Blaser, A. McNamara, D. W. Smith, and A. Stefik. Automatically accessible structured charts for blind and low vision users. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 2024. Under Review.
[J6] G. Tan, J. Adams, K. Donovan, P. Demarest, J. T. Willie, P. Brunner, Gorlewicz, J. L., and E. C. Leuthardt. Does vibrotactile stimulation of the auricular vagus nerve enhance working memory? a behavioral and physiological investigation. Brain Stimulation, April 2024. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.brs.2024.04.002.
[J7] R. H. McGinley, R. B. Cocroft, D. O. Elias, E. Redle, J. L. Gorlewicz, and K. D. Fowler-Finn. Quantifying the complex transmission of substrate-borne vibrations with scanning laser vibrometry. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata, 00:1–12, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1111/eea.13501.
[J8] J. L. Tennison, S. Goswami, J. R. Hairston, P. M. Drews, D. W. Smith, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Bridging the gap of graphical information accessibility in education with multimodal touchscreens. Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 117(6), 2024. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X231217496.
[J9] N. Agwu, E.C. Leuthardt, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design and validation of a steerable port delivery cannula system for laser interstitial thermal therapy. ASME Journal of Medical Devices, 17:011006–1– 011006–10, March 2023.
[J10] W. N. Benson, Z. Anderson, E. Capelle, M. F. Dunlap, B. Dorris, J. L. Gorlewicz, M. Shimizu, and J. B. Weinberg. Embodied expressive gestures in telerobots: A tale of two users. ACM Transactions on Human Robot Interaction, 12(2, Article 24.):1–20, March 2023.
[J11] S. G. Lambert, S. Tancredi, B. L. Fiedler, E. B. Moore, Gorlewicz, J. L., D. Abrahamson, and F. G. Paloma. Getting a grip on geometry: Developing a tangible manipulative for inclusive quadrilateral learning. Italian Journal of Health Education, Sports and Inclusive Didactics., 2022.
[J12] S. G. Lambert, B. L. Fiedler, C.S. Hershenow, D. Abrahamson, and Gorlewicz, J. L. A tangible manipulative for inclusive quadrilateral learning. The Journal on Technology and Persons with Disabilities, 10:66–81, 2022. Also Presented at 2022 CSUN Conference. Dr. Arthur I. Karshmer Best Paper Award.
[J13] T. Cooper, H. Lai, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Do you hear what i hear: The balancing act of designing an electronic hockey puck for playing hockey non-visually. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing,15(1)(article no. 4):1–29, 2022.
[J14] B. MacGavin, T. Edwards, and J. L. Gorlewicz. A protactile-inspired wearable haptic device for capturing the core functions of communication. IEEE Transactions on Haptics, 2021. Short Paper.
[J15] Tennison J., Greenberg J., E. Moore, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Haptic paradigms for multimodal interactive simulations. Journal on Technology and Persons with Disabilities. CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, March 2021.
[J16] Gorlewicz, J.L., J.L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, M.E. Richard, H.P. Palani, A. Stefik, D.W. Smith, and N.A. Giudice. Design guidelines and recommendations for multimodal, touchscreen-based graphics. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 13(3):1–30, 2020.
[J17] J. L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, D. W. Smith, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Establishing vibration-based tactile line profiles for use in multimodal graphics. ACM Transactions on Applied Perception, 17(2):1–14, 2020.
[J18] J. L. Gorlewicz and S. Jayaram. Instilling curiosity, connections, and creating value in entrepreneurial minded engineering: Concepts for a course sequence in dynamics and controls. Entrepreneurship Education and Pedagogy, 3(1):60–85, 2020. DOI: 10.1177/2515127419879469.
[J19] M. Hahn, C. Mueller, and J. L. Gorlewicz. The comprehension of stem graphics via a multi-sensory tablet in students with visual impairment. Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 113(5):404–418, September-October 2019. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X19876463.
[J20] J. Tennison and J. L. Gorlewicz. Non-visual perception of lines on a multimodal touchscreen tablet. ACM Transactions on Applied Perception, 16(1):6, 2019.
[J21] J. L. Tennison, Z. S. Carril, N. A. Giudice, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Comparing graphical pattern matching on tablets and phones: Large screens are not necessarily better. Optometry and Vision Science, 95(9):720–726, 2018.
[J22] J. L. Gorlewicz, J. Burgner, T. J. Withrow, and R. J. Webster III. Initial experiences using vibra-
tory touchscreens to display graphical math concepts to students with blindness. Journal of Special Education Technology, 29:2:17–25, 2014.
[J23] J. L. Gorlewicz, L. B. Kratchman, and R. J. Webster III. Haptic paddle enhancements and a formal
assessment of student learning in system dynamics. Advances in Engineering Education, 4(2):186–217,
Fall 2014.
[J24] J. L. Gorlewicz, S. Battaglia, B. F. Smith, G. Ciuti, J. Gerding, A. Menciassi, K. L. Obstein, P. Val-
dastri, and R. J. Webster III. Wireless insufflation of the gastrointestinal tract. IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering, 60(5):1225–1233, 2013.
[J25] J. L. Toennies, G. Tortora, M. Simi, P. Valdastri, and R. J. Webster III. Swallowable medical
devices for diagnosis and surgery: The state of the art. Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science,
224(C7):1397–1414, 2010.
[J26] A. Danilchenko, R. Balachandran, J. L. Toennies, S. Baron, B. Munske, J. M. Fitzpatrick, T. J.
Withrow, R. J. Webster III, and R. F. Labadie. Robotic mastoidectomy. Otology and Neurotology,
32(1):11–16, 2010.
[J27] S. Baron, H. Eilers, B. Munske, J. L. Toennies, R. Balachandran, R. F. Labadie, T. Ortmaier, and
R. J. Webster III. Percutaneous inner-ear access via an image-guided industrial robot system. Journal
of Engineering in Medicine, 224(5):633–649, 2010.
Journal Abstracts
[JA1] N. Agwu, K. Deprow, J. T. Williams, E.C. Leuthardt, and J. L. Gorlewicz. A curved port delivery system for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. Proceedings of the 2019 Design of Medical Devices Conference, April 2019.
[JA2] M. Rezapour, E. C. Leuthardt, and J.L. Gorlewicz. Design of a steerable guide for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. ASME Journal of Medical Devices, 10(3)(030909), 2016. [Selected for Oral Presentation].
[JA3] J. L. Toennies and R. J. Webster III. A wireless insufflation system for capsular endoscopes. ASME Journal of Medical Devices, 3(2):027514, 2009.
Book Chapters and Invited Reports
[B1] T. Wild, D. Smith, S. Kelly, D. Fast, and J. L. Collaborator: Gorlewicz. The national research agenda for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (stem) for students with visual impairments. 2022. National Research Agenda.
[B2] J. L. Gorlewicz and E. Moore. Multimodal User Interfaces. DIAGRAM Center Report, 2019. Invited Report. Equal Contribution of Authors.
[B3] J.L. Gorlewicz, J.L. Tennison, H.P. Palani, and N.A. Giudice. Interactive Media, chapter The graphical access challenge for people with visual impairments: Positions and Pathways Forward. InTechOpen, 2018. DOI: intechopen.77566.
[B4] J. L. Gorlewicz, R. J. Webster III, and P. Valdastri. “Mesoscale Mobile Robots for Gastrointestinal Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS).” Medical Robotics Minimally Invasive Surgery. Number 51. Woodhead Publishing Ltd., 2012.
Refereed Conference Articles
[C1] S. G. Lambert, J. L. Tennison, K. Mitchell, E. B. Moore, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Move or be moved: The design of a haptic-tangible manipulative for paired digital education interactives. Eurohaptics, July 2024.
[C2] C. Doherty, J. L. Tennison, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Hapt-x-pand: The design and evaluation of a radially expanding and contracting skin drag haptic device. IEEE HAPTICS Symposium, April 2024.
[C3] A. V. Leendert, M. Patel, S. Lambert, D. Abrahamson, J. L. Gorlewicz, and A. Shvarts. Embodied learning of algebra for braille readers. The 15th International Congress on Mathematical Education, July 2024.
[C4] W. M. Robinson, M. Khalel, J. L. Tennison, N. A. Giudice, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Spatial audio-enhanced multimodal graph rendering for efficient data trend learning on touchscreen devices. ACM Computer Human Interaction (CHI), May 2024.
[C5] B. M. MacGavin, J. L. Tennison, S. Condoor, and Gorlewicz, J. L. The hapconnect: Teaching about haptics and inclusive designwith modular, wearable technology. 2023 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, (38161), 2023.
[C6] T. Brunken, J. L. Gorlewicz, C. Butts-Wilmsmery, and J. B. Weinberg. Classification of haptic hand shake data for the control of human-telerobot social contact interactions. IEEE SMC, 2023.
[C7] J. Adams, P. Demarest, K. Donovan, P. Brunner, H. Burton, S. Haroutounian, E. Leuthardt, and J. L. Gorlewicz. A reconfigurable, additively manufactured vibrotactile stimulation device for chronic pain. Proceedings of the 2023 Design of Medical Devices Conference, (9337), April 2023. Pitch Competition Qualifier.
[C8] S. S. Condoor and J. L. Gorlewicz. An experiential design thinking course for freshmen mechanical engineering students. Proceedings of the ASME 2022 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, October 2022.
[C9] M.F. Dunlap, J.L. Tennison, J.D. Sizemore, T. Brunken, A. Adeagbo, J.B. Weinberg, and Gorlewicz, J.L. Haptic wearables to enhance telerobot-mediated handshaking. Robotics: Science and Systems 2022 Workshop in Close Proximity Human-Robot Collaboration., New York City, NY, USA., July 2022.
[C10] C. Doherty, J. Little, J. L. Tennison, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Don’t dampen the fun: Acoustic study of a mechanically modified puck for blind ice hockey. 2022 IEEE International Workshop on Sport, Technology and Research (STAR), pages 61–66, 2022. doi: 10.1109/STAR53492.2022.9859924.
[C11] J. Adams, C. Doherty, E. Leuthardt, and Gorlewicz, J. L. A vibrotactile wearable for the ear for vagus nerve stimulation. Proceedings of the 2022 Design of Medical Devices Conference, Minneapolis, MN, USA.(V001T04A006), April 2022.
[C12] J. Pasquesi and Gorlewicz, J. L. Investigating multi-touch vibrations on mobile touchscreens. IEEE World Haptics Conference, July 2021.
[C13] B. MacGavin, T. Edwards, and Gorlewicz, J. L. A protactile-inspired wearable haptic device for capturing the core functions of communication. IEEE World Haptics Conference., Short Paper, Dual Submission., July 2021.
[C14] J. L. Tennison, Gorlewicz, J. L., and S. S. Condoor. Project-based smart systems module for early stage mechanical engineering students. American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference and Exposition, Paper ID 29327, June 2020.
[C15] E. Capelle, W. Benson, Z. Anderson, J. B. Weinberg, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design and implemen tation of a haptic measurement glove to create realistic human-telerobot interactions. IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems, pages 9781–9788, 2020.
[C16] J. Pasquesi, F. Esposito, G. Davoli, and Gorlewicz, J.L. Exploring vibration-defined networking. 26th IEEE International Symposium on Local and Metropolitan Area Networks (LANMAN), 2020. Short paper.
[C17] J.T. Slack, K. DeProw, Z. Anderson, R. M. Albacete Di Bartolomeo, J. B. Weinberg, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design of a lightweight, ergonomic manipulator for enabling expressive gesturing in telepresence robots. IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS), pages 5491–5496, 2018.
[C18] T. A. Smith and J. L. Gorlewicz. HUE: A Hybrid Ultrasonic and Electrostatic Variable Friction Touchscreen. IEEE WorldHaptics Conference, June 2017.
[C19] J. L. Tennison and J. L. Gorlewicz. Toward non-visual graphics representations on vibratory touch screens: Shape exploration and identification. In: Bello F., Kajimoto H., Visell Y. (eds) Haptics: Perception, Devices, Control, and Applications. EuroHaptics 2016. Lecture Notes in Computer Sci ence, vol 9775., pages 384–395, 2016.
[C20] K. Katumu and J. L. Gorlewicz. Using modal superposition for generating localized tactile effects on variable friction touchscreens. IEEE HAPTICS Symposium, April 2016. [Presented by Trevor Smith].
[C21] H. Lee, K. Katumu, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Toward active boundary conditions for variable friction touchscreens. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, 8618, Eurohaptics 2014.
[C22] A. L. Pawley, A. R. Carberry, M. E. Cardella, M. I. Caranscial, S. R. Daly, J. L. Gorlewicz, G. L. Herman, M. M. Hynes, S. S. Jordan, N. N. Kellam, M. Lande, M. A. Verleger, and D. Yang. The peer collaborative: Supporting engineering education research faculty with near-peer mentoring uncon ference workshops. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition, Indianapolis, IN, June 15-18, 2014.
[C23] J. L. Gorlewicz and R. J. Webster III. A formal assessment of the haptic paddle laboratories in teaching system dynamics. American Society of Engineering Education, 2012. Best Paper Award, Mechanical Division.
[C24] J. L. Toennies, J. Burgner, T. J. Withrow, and R. J. Webster III. Toward haptic/aural touchscreen display of graphical mathematics for the education of blind students. World Haptics Conference, pages 373–378, 2011.
[C25] J. L. Toennies, G. Ciuti, B. F. Smith, A. Menciassi, P. Valdastri, and R. J. Webster III. Toward tetherless insufflation of the GI tract. International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, pages 1946–1949, 2010.
[C26] R. Mead, J. B. Weinberg, J. L. Toennies, J. R. Croxell, B. Adams, G. Engel, J. Hiatt, N. Italiano, R. Krauss, A. Backs, and M. Gorlewicz. Road runner: An autonomous vehicle for HRI research. Technical Report of the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence Workshop on Mobile Robotics: Mobility and Manipulation, 2008.
Patents
[P1] J. Adams, Gorlewicz, J. L., and E. C. Leuthardt. Transcutaneous auricular vagal nerve stimulation for enhanced learning. U.S. Provisional Application Serial No. 63/483,050, Filed in February 2023. Full International Patent: 15060-1636 (020343/WO) filed in Feb 2024.
[P2] J. Adams, Gorlewicz, J. L., and E. C. Leuthardt. Systems and methods for personalized treatment of chronic pain with brain-computer interface and modularvibrotactile apparatus. U.S. Provisional Application Serial No. 63/384,668, Filed in December 2022.
[P3] J. L. Gorlewicz, N. Agwu, K. Deprow, and E. Leuthardt. Systems and methods for guiding surgical tools. Serial Number 62/831,983, April 10, 2019.
[P4] E. Leuthardt, Gorlewicz, J. L., and M. Rezapour. Thermoablation probe. US Patent Appl 62/248,917 filed on 10/30/2015.
[P5] P. Valdastri, G. Ciuti, A. Menciassi, P. Dario, R. J. Webster III, B. Smith, and J. L. Toennies. Magnetic valve and aiming method for teatherless medical devices. PCT appl PCT/EP2011/064764 filed 8/26/11 published as WO 2012/028557.
[P6] R. F. Labadie, J. M. Fitzpatrick, J. E. Mitchell, G. S. Blachon, J. L. Toennies, and R. J. Webster III. Apparatus and methods for percutaneous cochlear implantation. US Pat appl 13/167,964 filed 6/24/11, published as 8886331.
Refereed or Invited Posters or Presentations
[Oth1] K. M. Donovan, J. D. Adams, K. Y. Park, P. Demarest, G. Tan, J. T. Willie, J. L. Gorlewicz, P. Brunner, and E. C. Leuthardt. Vibrotactile auricular vagus nerve stimulation increases low frequency coherence in intracranial eeg. American Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery Biennial Meeting, June 1-4, 2024. Nashville, TN. Poster.
[Oth2] Gorlewicz, J.L., J. Rizzo, J.S. Yaruss, D. Pont Esteban, and V. Namboodiri. Nsf convergence accelerator assistive technology showcase. CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2025. Presentation Submission Under Review.
[Oth3] Gorlewicz, J.L., D. Gardner, H. Palani, D. Schepers, and J. Mukherjee. Inclusio: Towards in teroperability of accessible graphics. CSUN Assistive Technology Conference., 2025. Presentation Submission Under Review.
[Oth4] A. Vidyadharan, J. L. Tennison, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Late breaking abstract.: An investigation into autonomy levels across telerobotic platforms with and without manipulators. IEEE Conference on Telepresence, 2024.
[Oth5] Gorlewicz, J.L., D. Gardner, H. Palani, N. Giudice, D. Guzman-Orth, and A. Keith. Inclusio: Recent advancements toward interoperability of inclusive, multimodal graphics. ISLAND Conference., 2024. Presentation.
[Oth6] Gorlewicz, J. L., W. R. Moore, N. Roy, J. L. Tennison, and N. Giudice. Accessible, multimodal charts and graphs on touchscreens. 2024 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2024. Accepted. Presentation.
[Oth7] D. Schepers, J. Gardner, D. Gardner, J. L. Gorlewicz, and Oystein Moseng. A new metadata format for interoperable accessible diagrams. 2024 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2024. Accepted. Presentation.
[Oth8] N. A. Giudice, J. L. Tennison, Gorlewicz, J. L., D. W. Smith, and A. Stefik. Digital graphicacy: Exploring charts and graphs with haptics. 2023 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2023.
[Oth9] J. L. Tennison, S. Goswami, J. R. Hairston, P. M. Drews, D. W. Smith, A. Stefik, N. A. Giudice, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Graphicacy: Comparison of traditional methods to emerging technologies. Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired Conference, July 2022.
[Oth10] S. G. Lambert, S. Tancredi, B. L. Fiedler, Gorlewicz, J. L., and D Abrahamson. Building the quad: A tangible manipulative for inclusive geometry learning. The 2nd International Conference on Research on Educational Neuroscience: School, Sports, and Society (REN)., In F. C. Peluso (Chair), Rome, Italy, April 2022. REN Award.
[Oth11] S. G. Lambert, S. Tancredi, B. L. Fiedler, Gorlewicz, J. L., and D. Abrahamson. Building the quad: A tangible manipulative for inclusive geometry learning. In F. Gomez Paloma (Chair), Inclusion week (symposium). University of Macerata, Italy, March 2022. Invited Presentation.
[Oth12] Gorlewicz, J. L., J. L. Tennison, P. M. Uesbeck, M. E. Richard, H. P. Palani, A. Stefik, D. W. Smith, and N. A. Giudice. Design guidelines and recommendations for multimodal, touchscreen-based graphics. The 22nd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility (ASSETS), October 2020.
[Oth13] B. A. MacGavin and Gorlewicz, J. L. A wearable haptic interface for protactile deafblind individ uals. IEEE Haptics Symposium, 2020. Hands-On Demonstration.
[Oth14] T. Edwards, D. Brentari, Gorlewicz, J. L., and Moderator: R. Ladner. Toward a more tactile future: Learning from protactile deafblind communities. AAAS Annual Meeting, Seattle, Washington. February 13-16, 2020. (Selected Symposium Panel).
[Oth15] A. Sangiorgi, F. Esposito, J. L. Gorlewicz, and G. Schembra. Demo: Propelling haptic devices into the mobile world to advance k-12 stem learning. Twentieth International Symposium on Mobile Ad Hoc Networking and Computing (MobiHoc 2019), July 2-5, 2019. (Demo).
[Oth16] J. L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, D. W. Smith, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Seeing through touch: Multisensory graphics for students with visual impairments. Coalition for National Science Foundation Exhibition, April 2019. (Poster).
[Oth17] C. M. Mueller and J. L. Gorlewicz. Software for digital, multisensory graphics for k-college students with visual impairments. Principles of Schools for the Blind (POSB) Conference, 2019. (Presentation).
[Oth18] J.L. Gorlewicz, C. M. Mueller, and H. Dahmm. Bringing digital graphics to life: The promise of multimodal touchscreens - progress and future work. National Federation of the Blind Tactile Graphics in Education and Careers, October 2018. (Oral Presentation).
[Oth19] K. Deprow and J.L. Gorlewicz. Hue tablet demonstration. 2018 IEEE Haptics Symposium, March 25-28, 2018. (Demo).
[Oth20] J.L. Gorlewicz. Using touch in touchscreens to teach math to students with blindness and visual impairments. NSF Next Generation STEM Learning for All Forum, 2015. (Oral Presentation).
[Oth21] S. J. Veile and J. L. Gorlewicz. Feeling physics: The haptic paddle as a learning tool. St. Louis Area Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Oth22] K. Katumu and J. L. Gorlewicz. Math at your fingertips: The promise of vibratory touchscreens in education of the visually impaired. Saint Louis User Experience Conference, 2014. (Poster).
[Oth23] J. L. Gorlewicz. TECHIE: Teaching Engineering Concepts through Haptic, Interactive Experi ences. National Academy of Engineering Frontiers of Engineering Education Symposium, Irvine, CA, October 2013. (Poster).
[Oth24] J. L. Gorlewicz. The haptic paddle reinvented: Hands-on learning using arduinos and simulink. The MathWorks Curriculum Meeting, American Society of Engineering Education Conference, (Oral Presentation), 2013.
[Oth25] J. L. Gorlewicz. Panel: Preparing students for industry via low-cost robotic labs. American Society of Engineering Education, 2012. (Oral Panel Presentation).
[Oth26] J. L. Gorlewicz and R. J. Webster III. The promise of haptics for teaching math to the blind. National Science Foundation Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill, May 2012. (Poster).
[Oth27] J. L. Gorlewicz, L. B. Kratchman, and R. J. Webster III. The vanderbilt haptic paddle: Educational haptics using simulink. The MathWorks, Inc. Virtual Conference, March, 2012. (Webinar available online at The MathWorks, Inc.).
[Oth28] J. L. Gorlewicz and R. J. Webster III. A hands-on approach to teaching system dynamics. Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning National Forum, 2011. (Poster).
[Oth29] J. L. Gorlewicz, L. B. Kratchman, B. Gadhia, P. Marayong, and R. J. Webster III. Modeling and control of an educational haptic device using Matlab/Simulink. American Society of Engineering Education Conference, 2011. (Oral Panel Presentation).
[Oth30] J. L. Toennies, G. Ciuti, B. Smith, P. Valdastri, A. Menciassi, and R. J. Webster III. Initial feasibility studies on wireless insufflation of the GI tract. IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation - Workshop on Meso-Scale Robotics for Medical Interventions, 2010. (Poster).
[Oth31] A. Danilchenko, J. L. Toennies, R. Balachandran, S. Baron, B. Munske, R. J. Webster III, and R. F. Labadie. Robotic mastoidectomy. American Otological Society Spring Meeting, 22, 2010. (Abstract).
[Oth32] J. L. Toennies and R. J. Webster III. A wireless insufflation system for capsular endoscopes. ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference, 2009. Best Poster Award - 3 in 5 competition winner.
[Oth33] J. L. Toennies and D. C. Rucker. Getting a feel for dynamic systems through haptic robots. Presented at CIRTL TAR Symposium and Vanderbilt University Graduate Research Symposium, 2009. (Poster). Project selected to be presented orally to CIRTL Leadership Board.
[Oth34] J. L. Toennies and R. L. Essner, Jr. Comparison of feeding and jumping in the Northern Leopard Frog, Rana pipiens. Presented at Illinois State Academy of Science and SIUE Graduate Symposium, 2007. (Poster).
Other Posters and Presentations
[Po1] A. Keith and J. L. Gorlewicz. Inclusio: A convergent effort for creating accessible, multimodal graphics. ISLAND Conference, October 2023. Presentation.
[Po2] J. L. Gorlewicz. Career: Bridging the digital accessibility gap in stem using multisensory haptic platforms. NSF DRK-12 PI Project Meeting., 2021.
[Po3] Gorlewicz, J. L., N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and D. Smith. Good vibrations: Increased digital access to stem graphics for remote learning. NSF ECR PI Conference, November 2020.
[Po4] Gorlewicz, J. L. Good vibrations: Multimodal graphics on touchscreens for increased digital access. EPIQ Annaul Conference., July 2020.
[Po5] J. L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, D. W. Smith, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Multimodal graphics on touchscreens for individuals with visual impairments. Saint Louis University Graduate Research Symposium, April 2019. (Best Poster Award).
[Po6] W. N. Benson, Z. Anderson, R.M. Albacete Di Bartolomeo, J.B. Weinberg, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Improving interaction with telerobots through end effectors and haptics. Saint Louis University Graduate Research Symposium, April 2019. (Poster).
[Po7] T. Cooper and J. L. Gorlewicz. Hockey puck for the blind: Using impure white noise to localize a fast moving object. Saint Louis University Graduate Research Symposium, April 2019. (Poster).
[Po8] T. A. Smith and J. L. Gorlewicz. Toward broader texture-rendering using integrated ultrasonic and electrostatic friction-modulation techniques. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2015. (Poster).
[Po9] M. Rezapour and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design of a steerable guide for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2015. (Poster).
[Po10] M. Rezapour and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design of a steerable guide for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Po11] K. Katumu and J. L. Gorlewicz. Variable friction touchscreens: The promise of haptics in touch screen development. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Po12] C. Graves and J. L. Gorlewicz. Enhancing robotic surgery and training through real-time surgical motion analysis and haptic feedback. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Po13] J. L. Toennies. Wireless insufflation and educational haptics. Vanderbilt University Graduate Student Seminar, 2011. (Oral Presentation).
Grants and Fellowships
Pending
1. NSF ITEST, 2445471 “Collaborative Research: SEI: An Evidence-Based Scaling of Accessible Data Science” A. Stefik (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (co-PI), B. Blaser (Co-PI), A. MacNamara. For $3,000,000 ($1,102,622 to SLU) over 4 years (6/1/25-5/31/29).
Current
(Approx. $10.6M to SLU, $16M Total)
1. NSF RITEL, 2418738 “Exploring the Integration of Reconfigurable Sensorimotor Interfaces into Educational STEM Simulations” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), D. Abrahamson (Co-PI), and E. Moore (Co PI). For $900,000 for 3 years (9/15/24-8/14/27).
2. NIH Blueprint MedTech “Modular Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface System for Treating Chronic Neuropathic Pain.” E. C. Leuthardt (PI), S. Haroutounian (Co-PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Collab orator). SLU Subaward for $623,706 for 1 year (09/10/2024 – 06/30/2025).
3. NSF Convergence Accelerator “NSF Convergence Accelerator Track H: Addressing the Frag mented Information Access Problem - A Community-Driven, AI-Powered Platform for Inclusive, Mul timodal Content Creation” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), H. Palani (Co-PI), N. Giudice (Co-PI), D. Gardner (Co-PI), J. Croxell (Co-PI) For $5,000,000 for 3 years (12/7/23-12/6/26).
4. NSF Convergence Accelerator “NSF Convergence Accelerator Track H: Bridging the Fragmen tation of Information Access - An Integrated, Multimodal System for Inclusive Content Creation, Conversion, and Delivery” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), H. Palani (Co-PI), N. Giudice (Co-PI), D. Gardner (Co-PI), C. Mueller (Co-PI) For $749,685 over 1 year (12/18/22-12/31/23).
5. SLU President’s Research Fund “Design and Evaluation of a Wearale Haptic Device for Guided Grounding” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), J. L. Tennison (co-PI). For $20,000 over 15 months (5/1/23-7/31/24).
6. NIH R01 “Evaluating the Rehabilitative Potential of tactile number expressions for multisensory vision and hearing loss using wearable haptics.” D. Gagne (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI). For $2,500,000 ($372,505 to SLU) over 5 years (6/1/22-5/31/27).
7. NSF ITEST, 2048428 “Collaborative Research: DTI: Toward Data Science For All” A. Stefik (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI), D. Smith (Co-PI), N. Guidice (Co-PI). For $1,347,175 ($304,785 to SLU) over 4 years (6/1/21-5/31/25)
8. NSF HCC, 2106394 “Collaborative Research: HCC”: Medium: Creating a Data Science Platform for an Inclusive Pipeline in the Empirical Sciences” A. Stefik (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI), D. Smith (Co-PI), N. Guidice (Co-PI). For $1,301,868 ($327,277 to SLU) over 3 years (9/1/21-8/30/24).
9. NSF CAREER, 1845490 “CAREER: Bridging the Digital Accessibility Gap in STEM Using Mul tisensory Haptic Platforms” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For $991,992 over 5 years (8/1/19-7/31/24).
10. NSF CHS, 1909121 “CHS: Small: Rethinking Haptic-Based Remote Communication Leveraging the DeafBlind Community’s Tactile Intuitions” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), T. Edwards (Co-PI), F. Esposito (Collaborator). For $200,000 over 3 years (12/31/19-12/31/23).
11. Lighthouse for the Blind “Next Generation Hockey Puck for the Blind,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For $120,000 over 5 years (3/1/18-12/31/23).
12. SLU Big Ideas Competition “PATH: People and Technology Horizon,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), T. Edwards (Co-PI), and F. Esposito (Co-PI). For $50,000 for 1 year (8/1/20-7/31/23).
Previous Funding
(Approx. $1.2M to SLU, $1M SBIR/Company Fundraising, $2.9M Total)
1. NSF CHS, 1618926 “CHS Small: Increasing Social Connectedness in Telerobotic Platforms Through Adding Gesture Capabilities,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), J. Weinberg (Co-PI) and M. Shimizu (Co-PI). For $411,460 ($251,502 to SLU) over 3 years (1/14/17-12/31/21). Additional REU Supplements in 2018-2019 for $16,000
2. Quori Robot Award Program “Quori Acquisition: Enhancing Social Connectedness in Human Robot Interactions via Tangible Interactions and Rendered Facial Expressions,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), J. Weinberg (Co-PI). For aquisition of a Quori Robot. (9/1/21 - Expected Ship Date). Research carried out over 2 years (9/1/19-8/31/22).
3. NSF Linguistics, 2038042 “RAPID: Navigating Social Distancing with DeafBlind Children: Pro tactile Language Acquisition in an Online Learning Environment” T. Edwards (PI), Deanna Gagne (Co-PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI), and D. Brentari (Co-PI). For $196,564 over 1.5 years (7/31/20- 12/31/21).
4. NSF ECR-EHR, 1644538 “Collaborative Research: ECR DCL Level 2: Perceptual and Imple mentation Strategies for Knowledge Acquisition of Digital Tactile Graphics for Blind and Visually Impaired Students,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), A. Stefik (Co-PI), N. Giudice (Co-PI), and D. Smith (Co PI). For $916,798 ($350,151 to SLU) over 3 years (1/14/17-12/31/21). Additional REU Supplements 2017-2019 for $8000 each ($24,000).
5. NSF MRI, 1919740 “MRI: Acquisition of Scanning Laser Doppler Vibrometer,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), K. Fowler-Finn (Co-PI), N. Case (Co-PI), and S. Jayaram (Co-PI). For $274,850 + $177,793 Cost Share to SLU) over 3 years (8/31/19-8/31/21).
6. Medtronic, Inc. “Phase I: A Curved Port Delivery System for Flexible, Straight Neurosurgical Tools,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), E. Leuthardt (Consultant). For $65,051 over 2 years (4/1/19-4/30/21).
7. NSF SBIR Phase II “SBIR Phase II: Ushering in a New Paradigm of Real-Time Tactile Graphics for VI STEM Students,” C. Mueller (PI). Subaward to Saint Louis University. For $750,000 over 2 years (3/1/17-2/28/20).
8. NSF I-Corps Site “Type I: Saint Louis University I-Corps Site ,” K. Oliff (PI), D. G. Thomas (Co PI), M. Townes (Co-PI). J. L. Gorlewicz (Collaborator). I am a collaborator on this grant, and my primary role is to serve as a mentor (specifically for engineering students and faculty) and to be an advocate for innovation and entrepreneurial endeavors here at SLU.
9. SLU Spark Grants Two grants were received in Fall 2017 for $1000 each to establish interdisciplinary research collaborations at SLU.
10. NSF SBIR Phase I “SBIR Phase I/IB: Ushering in a New Paradigm of Real-Time Tactile Graphics for Visually Impaired Students,” C. Mueller (PI). Sub-award to Saint Louis University. For $179,997 over 1 year (1/1/16-12/31/16).
11. NSF I-Corps L Grant “Real-Time Graphical Presentation for Visually Impaired STEM Students,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For $50,000 over 6 months with 1 year extension (1/1/15-6/30/16).
12. SIUE Research Grants for Graduate Students “Design and Integration of a Manipulator on a Telepresence Robot,” N. Choubedar (Graduate Student) and J.L. Gorlewicz (Advisor). For $500 over 1 year (4/1/15-3/31/16).
13. SIUE STEP Program “Toward Tactile Touchscreens that “Feel” Real,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For approximately $17,000 over 1 year (7/1/2014-6/30/2015). Baich Award Winner for most out standing STEP basic research proposal.
14. SIUE Excellence in Undergraduate Education Grant “Experiential Learning in Engineering Communication,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), G. Ercal (Co-PI), S. Locke (Co-PI), S. Herberts (Co-PI), and G. Bracey (Co-PI). For $13,995 over 1 year (7/1/14-6/30/15).
15. SIUE Research Grants for Graduate Students “Toward a Universal Test-Bed for Variable Fric tion Touchscreens,” K. Katumu (Graduate Student) and J.L. Gorlewicz (Advisor). For $500 over 1 year (4/1/14-3/31/15).
16. University of Central Florida/Gates Foundation “Analysis of Teacher Training Effectiveness using TeachLive Technologies in the Classroom,” S. James (PI), M. Thomeczek (Co-I), W. Fuchs (Co-I), and J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-I). For $7920 plus $4000 cost-share over 6 months (1/1/14-6/30/14).
17. SIUE Undergraduate Research and Creative Arts Program J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). Secured funding for support of 2 undergraduates to work on research projects in my lab. For $2000 over 1 semester (1/1/2014-5/5/2014).
18. NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, Jenna L. Toennies. For approximately $121,500 over three years (6/1/10–5/31/13).
I helped write small sections of this proposal.
19. Vanderbilt University IBM Fellowship, Jenna L. Toennies. For approximately $20,000 over four years (9/1/08–8/31/12).
20. MathWorks Education Curriculum Grant: “Modeling and Control of an Educational Haptic Robot Using Matlab/Simulink.” R. J. Webster III (PI) and P. Marayong. For $38,341 over one year (7/1/10-6/30/11).
I and another graduate student collaborated to write this proposal, with input from my advisor, but I was the primary driver of, and coordinator of, the effort.
21. Vanderbilt University Graduate School Travel Grants for conference attendance. For $500/con ference (2010 and 2011).
22. Vanderbilt Discovery Grant: “Fluid-Powered Locomotion, Sensing, and Intervention in the GI Tract.” R. J. Webster III (PI), K. C. Williams, and H. Correa. For $100,000 over two years (6/1/09– 5/31/11).
I wrote small sections and created conceptual sketches for this proposal.
23. Vanderbilt Teaching as Research Fellowship: “Getting A Feel For Dynamic Systems through Haptic Robots.” R. J. Webster III (PI). For $3000 over one semester (9/1/08-12/31/08).
I and another graduate student collaborated to write this proposal with input from my advisor.
Research Translation and Technology Transfer
Entrepreneurship and Training
NSF Convergence Accelerator Phase I (2023) and Phase II, Present
Vital Prize Challenge, 2023
MEDLaunch Board Member, 2019-2022
SLUStart Team Mentor, 2021-2022
MEDLaunch Team Advisor, 2016-2017
Coleman Fellow, Saint Louis University, 2016-2017
NSF SBIR Phase I/IB/II Recipient (JLG Innovations, LLC dba ViTAL), 2016
NSF I-Corps L Teaching Team, Adjunct Instructor Training, 2015
Attended KEEN Fall Conference, Fall 2015
Finalist in Accelerate St. Louis, 2015
Startup Next, #1 Pre-Accelerator Program in the U.S., 2015
NSF I-Corps L Program Participant, 2015, Top Team Award
Research Translation
Tactile Touchscreens for teaching STEM to VI Students - An Ed Tech Start-up, Vital, was formed in 2015 after participation in the NSF I-Corps L program. The company has secured NSF SBIR Phase I, IB, and II funding, coupled with additional private investments, Arch Grants funding, and a fellowship through Lean Lab. Early adopters are becoming paying customers of Vital’s product, which is research-backed by the CHROME Lab outputs. Vital has recently jointed a convergent effort, Inclusio, to amplify its impact through the NSF Convergence Accelerator program. This work has been featured in numerous media outlets including a recent podcast on Speaking Out for the Blind.
Wearable Vibrotactile Stimulation Devices - In collaboration with Dr. Eric Leuthardt (Neu rosurgery, Washington University in St. Louis), we are developing a class of wearable vibrotactile stimulation devices to treat chronic pain and to simulate the vagus nerve to reduce inflammation and support maintaining attention and focus. Patents have been filed on this work and initial seed funding is being applied for through SBIR proposals and venture funding. A company, Aurenar, has been formed and initial seed funding is in the midst of being secured.
Hockey Puck for the Blind - In collaboration with the St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club and the Lighthouse for the Blind St. Louis, we are developing next-generation hockey puck and puck modifications to support the game of blind ice hockey. In our latest work, 3D printed puck cages have been developed which enhance durability and lifespan of the current puck with minimal impact on its acoustics. These puck cages are being distributed across the national blind ice hockey league teams. This work has been featured in numerous media outlets including HEC TV and St. Louis Public Radio.
Invited Presentations
1. Interagency Committee on Disability Research, September 2024
2. Quad Tool Team Presentation - REN Conference, April 2022.
3. Qual Tool Team - University of Macerata, Italy, March 2022.
4. EPIQ Annual Conference Keynote Speaker, July 2020.
5. Brews and Breakthroughs Speaker, March 2020.
6. Academy of Science Talk, July 2019.
7. Vanderbilt Mechanical Engineering EAC Meeting, April, 2017.
8. Ritenour High School, February 2017.
9. Educational Testing Services, June, 2016.
10. NSF Next Generation STEM Learning for All Forum, November, 2015.
11. Society of Elementary Professional Awardees of Math and Science Meeting, March, 2015.
12. Saint Louis University, Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, February, 2015.
13. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Focus on Faculty Series, November, 2013.
14. CIRTL Online Coffee Hour Series, November, 2013.
15. Vanderbilt University External Advisory Committee Meeting, Nashville, TN, April, 2013.
16. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Urbana, IL April, 2013.
17. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Edwardsville, IL, March, 2013.
18. Purdue University, Department of Engineering Education, West Lafayette, IN, March, 2013.
19. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Terre Haute, IN, March, 2013.
20. Middle Tennessee State University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mufreesboro, TN, March, 2013.
21. Washington University in St. Louis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, St. Louis, MO, February, 2013.
22. Bradley University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Peoria, IL, February, 2013.
23. Valparaiso University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Valparaiso, IN, February, 2013.
24. Tennessee Technological University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Cookeville, TN, February, 2013.
25. U.S. Naval Academy, Department of Weapons and Systems Engineering, Annapolis, MD, February, 2013.
26. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Department of Engineering Education, Blacksburg, VA, February, 2013.
Advisement and Mentoring
Research Scientist
Dr. Jen Tennison (Lab Manager)
Doctoral Students
Namrata Roy, Ph.D. expected 2028
Nicolas Prudencio Rojas, Ph.D. expected 2026
Wilfredo Robinson, Ph.D. expected 2025
Akash Vidyadharan, Ph.D. expected 2025
Maya Dunlap, Ph.D. expected 2024 (SLU Diversity Fellowship)
Scott Lambert, Ph.D. “Smart Haptic Tangibles for Kinesthetic Exploration of Mathematics Topics in STEM Learning,” 2024.
Bryan MacGavin, Ph.D. “Wearable Haptic Devices as Facilitators in Inclusive Communication and Education,” 2024.
Spondita Goswami, Ph.D. in Psychology, 2023, Project Advisor
Jen Tennison, Ph.D. “Haptics as a Faciliator for Digital, Accessible, Educational Visual Experiences,” 2021 (NSF GRFP Recipient, CADRE Fellow, SLU Diversity Fellowship)
Michael Hahn, Ph.D. in Psychology, Project Advisor
Masters Students
Jake Little, M.S., expected 2026.
Colton Doherty, M.S. “Desgin and Evaluation of Additive Manufactured Enclosures for League Stan dard Pucks in Blind Ice Hockey,” 2024. BLIND ICE HOCKEY
Josh Adams, M.S. “Additive manufacturing techniques and methodologies for vibrotactile wearable devices,” 2023.
William Benson, M.S. “Design and Testing of Expressive Gesturing to Expand the Social Connection Capabilities of Telerobots,” 2021
John Pasquesi, M.S. (CS), “Investigating the Spectrum of Haptic Communication: From Wearable Haptic Interfaces to Vibration-Defined Networking,” M.S. 2021
Nnaoma Agwu, “Design and Validation of a Port Delivery System for Neurosurgical Procedures,” M.S. 2021
Triston Cooper, “Hockey for the Blind: An Analysis of Auditory Profiles and Their Implementation,” M.S. 2020
Kyle Deprow, M.S. expected 2019, ABT
James Slack, “Design of a Lightweight, Ergonomic Manipulator for Enabling Expressive Gesturing in Telepresence Robots,” M.S. 2018
Trevor Smith, “Assessing the Efficacy of a Hybrid Variable Friction Touchscreen Using Electrovibration and Ultrasonic Friction Modulation,” M.S. 2017
Nathan Pelate, M.S. 2016 (Project-Based M.S.)
Karl Katumu, “Toward Localized Tactile Effects on Variable Friction Touchscreens Through Modal Superposition,” M.S. 2015
Mahmood Rezapour, “Design of a Steerable Guide for Laser Interstitital Thermal Therapy of Brain Tumors,” M.S. 2015
Clayton Graves, M.S. 2015 (Project-Based M.S.)
Frank Nwamu, M.S. 2014 (Project-Based M.S.)
Undergraduate Students
Peter Ndungu Mwaura, 2024 - Present (SURGE)
Irmak Gokcen, 2024 - Present
Jillian Jackson, 2024 - Present
Adish Pawar, 2023 - Present
Medhani Khalel, 2023 - Present (REU)
Clayton Stout, 2023 - 2024
Grace Yost, 2023 - 2024
Jake Little, 2022 - 2024 (SURGE)
Seyoon Choi, 2020 - 2024 (REU)
Chloe Hershenow, 2021-2022 (REU)
Elizabeth Redle, 2021-2022
Jaeden Sizemore, 2021-2022 (REU)
Emily Maxwell, 2020 - 2021 (REU)
Maggi Richard, 2019 - 2021 (REU)
Evan Capelle, 2019 - 2021 (REU)
Jeremiah Kirsh, 2019 - 2021
Annalise Hilker, 2019 - 2020
Marco Agudelo, 2019 - 2020
Sarah Silverberg (REU), 2018 - 2019
Ricardo Albacete, Rit Gofwen, Zachary Carill (REU) 2017-2019
Emma Leone, T. J. Williams, Iliana Watson (REU), 2018
Maureen, Berglind, Elliot Boerding, Katilin Gallatin, Abbey Jones, 2017
Andrew Zeiss, Joseph O’Neill, 2016
Rachit Parikh, Robert Romine, 2015
Kyle Deprow (SIUE URCA), Taylor Michel (SIUE URCA), Joshua Santarelli (SIUE URCA), 2015 Benjamin Cook (SIUE URCA), Stephanie Veile, 2014
Alan DelBene, 2013
Syed Syed Abdul Hamid, 2012
Stephen Malanoski, 2010
David Gostin, 2009
Xavier Waller, 2009
Additional Mentoring
ILEX Honors Program Student Mentor, 2021
ACM ASSETS Student Mentor, 2019
Computer Science Senior Design Team Mentor, 2018
Project Interface Mentor (High School Student), 2017
MedLaunch Team Advisor, 2016
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Mentor, 2016
Undergraduate Research and Creative Arts Program Mentor, 2014-2015
Mechanical Engineering Senior Design Team Judge, 2013-2015
Mini Baja Team, 2013-Present
Meridian Scholar Mentor, 2013-Present
Honors Scholar Mentor, 2013-Present
Computer Science Senior Design Team, 2013-2014
High School Teachers - Research Experience for Teachers Program
Mike Kiser, 2011 and 2009
James Donnelly, 2010
Gabriel Sterling, 2010
Non-Advisee Thesis Committees
2019: Jakeh Orr (Ph.D., BME)
2019: Jacob Chapin (M.S., BME)
2017: Ye Bai (M.S. - ME)
2014: Salar Ehsani (M.S. - IME)
2013: Xie Zheng (M.S. - ME)
Teaching Experience and Curriculum Development
Undergraduate Courses
Mechatronics (SLU) This course covers the basics of multidisciplinary field that combines electronics, mechanical design and simulation, control system. It talks about simulation and design of systems with sensors, controllers, and actuators. It provides mechanical engineering students with advanced perspectives on the integrated design and operation of mechanical systems with electronic controls. Fall 2018 (32 students).
Linear Vibrations (SLU) This course is a study about oscillatory motion of elastic bodies with and without damping. It explores free and forced vibration of linear dynamic systems with single degree of freedom as well as multi degrees of freedom. An emphasis is given to modeling of dynamic system and to determine transfer function as well as system response. Properties of eigen-values, eigen-vectors, Lagrange method, and vibration of continuous systems are also included in the course. Spring 2021 (22 students), Fall 2017 (32 students).
Introduction to Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering (SLU) Introduce aerospace and mechanical engineering to first year students. Through hands-on activities, students will learn the basics of engi neering design and entrepreneurship. Working in teams, students will build aerospace and mechanical systems, practice entrepreneurial thinking, and develop the personal and professional skills needed to engage in lifelong learning. Spring 2021 (20 students); Spring 2020 (22 students); Spring 2019 (16 students); Spring 2018 (25 students); Spring 2017 (22 students).
Dynamics (SLU/SIUE) Differentiation and rotation of vector valued functions; dynamics of particles; Newton’s laws, momentum and energy; relative motion; and dynamics of rigid body planar motion. Saint Louis University: Spring 2020 (1 section), Enrollment: 21 students; Spring 2019 (1 section), 39 students; Spring 2018 (1 section), 31 students; Spring 2017 (1 section), 32 students; Spring 2016 (1 section), 20 students; Fall 2015 (1 section), 32 students; Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleSpring 2015 (1 section), 39 students; Spring 2014 (2 sections), 93 students.
Dynamic Systems Modeling (SIUE) Modeling and analysis of damped and un-damped, forced and free vibrations in single and multiple degree-of-freedom linear dynamical systems. Laplace transformation; transfer functions. Modeling of dynamic systems involving mechanical, electrical, fluid and thermal components. State space description. Computer simulations. Frequency response and bode plot. Fall 2013, 38 students.
Numerical Simulation (SIUE) Introduction to Matlab and Simulink. Numerical solutions of algebraic and differential equations; Programming and simulation. Spring 2015, 37 students; Fall 2014, 42 students, Spring 2014, 24 students.
Engineering Problem Solving (SIUE) Fundamental steps of problem definition, formulation, and solu tion approaches universal in all engineering disciplines. Basic skills of reasoning and logic. Case studies and small projects. Co-taught with 3 other instructors from Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Fall 2014 (4 rotating sections), 25 Students/section
Introduction to Robotics (TA) Forward kinematics, inverse kinematics, dynamics, and control of robotic manipulators. Also, coverage of more advanced topics such as trajectory generation, mobile robots, motion planning, and medical robotics, among others. Vanderbilt University: Fall 2012. Enrollment 27 students (graduate and undergraduate).
System Dynamics (TA) Modeling and analysis of damped and un-damped, forced and free vibrations in single and multiple degree-of-freedom linear dynamical systems. Introduction to stability and control of linear dynamical systems. Implemented a new set of labs incorporating the Haptic Paddle. Vanderbilt University: Fall 2008, 63 students. Fall 2009, 65 students. Fall 2010, 71 students. Fall 2011, 74 students.
Introduction to Engineering (TA) Fundamental steps of problem definition, formulation, and solution approaches universal in all engineering disciplines. Basic skills of reasoning and logic. Case studies and small projects. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: Spring 2008, Approximately 40 students.
Graduate Courses
Social-Physical Human Robotic Interaction (SLU) Social robots are designed to interact with people in a natural, interpersonal manner in diverse applications such as education, health, entertainment, communication, and tasks requiring collaborative teamwork. This course covers the building blocks of social robotics addressing both the physical (mechanical) embodiment and control (software) aspects of design and implementation of a social robot. Saint Louis University: Fall 2019 (1 section/cross-listed at SIUE), Enrollment: 19 students (3 of whom were SIUE students)
Independent Study: Outcomes-Based Teaching in Mechatronics (SLU) Experiential teaching pedagogies in mechatronics education. The formulation of outcomes, assessment instruments, and course content for an introductory mechatronics course centered around using Arduinos to develop smart systems. Practical hands-on teaching and course development experiment for future faculty preparation. Saint Louis University: Spring 2019 (1 section), Enrollment: 1 student
Independent Study: Multi-Touch Haptic Touchscreens Interfaces (SLU) Methods of making multi-touch possible in touchscreens driven by both electrostatic and ultrasonic actuation. Research and experimentation to create multi-touch on touchscreen surfaces with differentiated user feedback across multiple touch points. Saint Louis University: Spring 2016 (1 section), Enrollment: 1 student
K-12 Teaching
Substitute Math Teacher Substitute teacher for high-school level math courses, including pre-calculus and calculus, at an all-girls school in Nashville, TN. Harpeth Hall School, 2012.
Professional Development
ASEE Research Leadership Institute A training workshop for Associate Deans of Reserach and Grad uate Education. American Society of Engineering Education, 2024.
NSF Convergence Accelerator Innovation Curriculum A training series on use-inspired research, storytelling, and team science to support innovation and translation of academic research. National Science Foundation, 2023.
ASEE Inclusive Classroom Webinar Series A training series on promotion inclusion with university classrooms. Saint Louis University, 2019.
SLU Flipped Classroom Workshop A training workshop on flipping classrooms in STEM environments. Saint Louis University, 2018.
SLU NSF CAREER Writing Workshop A training workshop on the ins and outs of preparing a CAREER proposal to NSF. Saint Louis University, 2016.
SLU Teaching Winter Institute A training workshop on “Thinking Critically and Creatively about Teaching.” Saint Louis University, 2016.
NSF I-Corps L A training grant for academic researchers to develop entrepreneurial skillsets. National Science Foundation, 2015.
SIUE STEM Subject Matter Expert (SME) Responsible for staying up to date on current STEM activities on and off campus and for attending regular training and workshops on professional devel opment activities. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2013.
SIUE Grant Writing Workshop 2-day series of grant writing workshops focusing specifically on NSF and NIH. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2013.
SIUE Office of Academic Innovation and Effectiveness Workshop Attended a workshop entitled “Assigning the Dreaded Group Project” focusing on the use of CATME as an online group project software management program. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2013.
Frontiers of Engineering Education Symposium Selected to attend the symposium based on my research and teaching efforts on the design of haptic devices and their associated curriculum for engi neering education. National Academy of Engineering, 2013.
How to Engineer Engineering Education Workshop Annual workshop where engineering and science faculty learn to enhance their teaching by writing clear instructional objectives, using active, coopera tive, and problem-based learning, teaching teamwork and problem solving skills, and assessing learning outcomes. Bucknell University, 2012.
Vanderbilt Teaching Certificate Program A teaching certificate program, which includes three cycles of inquiry, experimentation, and reflection. Observed and received feedback on my teaching from center for teaching personnel, participated in several workshops and small group discussions, and attended GradSTEP, a day-long professional development event for future faculty members. Selected to be a panel member for a Scholarship on Teaching and Learning workshop session. Vanderbilt UniversityCenter for Teaching, 2010-2012.
Prep for Teaching Course Elective, semester-long course at Vanderbilt, exploring active learning tech niques, course design and development, leveraging diversity in the classroom, and designing formal and summative assessments. Vanderbilt University, 2009.
Vanderbilt Teaching as Research Fellow Awarded this fellowship for redesigning laboratory modules for the undergraduate System Dynamics lab curriculum to include a haptic device, called the haptic paddle and for assessing student learning throughout the lab sessions and the semester. Vanderbilt University, 2008-2009.
Professional Service
Board Participation
2024- Present: St. Louis Science Center Board Member
2020-2022: SIUE NSF ADVANCE Grant Advisory Board (Advisory Board Member) 2018-2022: St. Louis Lighthouse for the Blind (Board Member)
2016-2018: Future of Mechatronics and Robotics Education (FoMRE) (Advisory Board Member)
Review Committees
NSF Proposal Review Panelist for numerous programs
Editorial Roles, Conference Organization Commitee, Sessions Chaired, and Other Contribu tions
IEEE Transactions on Haptics, Guest Editor, Special Issue on the 2024 IEEE HAPTICS Symposium, 2024
IEEE Haptics Symposium, Organization Committee, Social Activities Chair, 2020
ACM ASSETS Conference, Student Mentor, 2019
IEEE Haptics Symposium, Organization Committee, Registration Chair, Session Chair 2018 WorldHaptics Workshop on Haptics in Education, Speaker, June 2017.
ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference, Advances in Medical Devices 4 Session, 2016 American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) Mechanical Engineering Division Session, 2012
Professional Memberships
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE)
Technical Reviews
IEEE Transactions on Robotics
IEEE Transactions on Haptics
IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering
ASME Journal of Dynamic Systems, Measurement, and Control
Journal of Engineering Entrepreneurship
IET Control Theory and Applications
Robotica
Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness
ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings
ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference (DMD)
IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA)
IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS)
Eurohaptics Conference
IEEE WorldHaptics Conference
IEEE Virtual Reality (VR)
Workshop and Advisory Committee Participation
NSF-sponsored HCR (Human-Computer Relationships) Convening, Hosted in Boulder, May 2023. NSF-sponsored HCR (Human-Computer Relationships) Convening, Hosted in St. Louis, July 2022.
NSF-sponsored Convening on Standards and Guidelines in STEM for individuals with visual impair ments, May 2021.
Human Computer Relationships (HCR) Convening, January 2020.
Coalition for the National Science Foundation (CNSF), April 2019.
National Federation of the Blind Tactile Graphics in Education and Careers, October 2018. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Entrpreneurship Panel, February 2018.
Vanderbilt Mechanical Engineering External Advisory Committee, April 2016.
SLU Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Industry Advisory Board Meeting, March 2016. Vanderbilt Institute in Surgery and Engineering, Entrepreneurship Workshop, December 2015. NSF Next Generation STEM Learning for All Forum, November 9, 2015.
NSF I-Corps L Kickoff & Closing Workshops, NSF, Washington DC, July 7-10 + 6 weeks of online webinars, Teaching Team Observer.
NSF I-Corps L Kickoff & Closing Workshops, NSF, San Francisco, CA, January 7-10, 2015 and February 26-27, 2015 .
NSF-sponsored PEER Collaborative Workshop, ASEE, Atlanta, GA, June 27, 2013. MathWorks Curriculum Workshop, ASEE, Atlanta, GA, June 23, 2013.
MathWorks Curriculum Workshop, ASEE, San Antonio, TX, June 9, 2012.
MathWorks Curriculum Workshop, ASEE, Vancouver, CA, June 25, 2011.
Workshop on Meso-Scale Robotics for Medical Interventions, ICRA, Anchorage, AK, May 3, 2010.
University Service
Provost Search Committee, 2020-2021
SLU & Parks Commencement Marshall (2019-Present)
SLUStart Team Mentor and Administrative PI (when needed) (2018-Present)
SLU NSF I-Corps Site Proposal, 2017-2018
SLU Graduate Research Symposium Judge (2017)
SIUE STEM Subject Matter Expert/Thought Leader (2015)
SIUE ART Grant Review Panel (2015)
SIUE STEP Grant Review Panel (2014)
SIUE Meridian Scholars Day Interviewer (2014)
SIUE ENGTEC Focus Group (2013-Present)
College Service
SLU Parks College Faculty Search Chair, 2021
SLU Parks College Dean’s Review Committee, 2020
SLU Parks College Autonomous Systems Program Committee, 2019-Present
SLU Parks College Robotics Committee, 2018-Present
SLU Parks College Scholarship Committee, 2018-2020
SLU Parks College Technology Committee, 2016-2018
SIUE Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering Degree Program - Lead role in developing this new program (2013-2015)
SIUE School of Engineering Scholarship Committee (2014, 2015)
SIUE Industrial Engineering Faculty Search Committee (2014)
SIUE SWE Graduate School Panel Member (2014)
SIUE FE Prepratory Session: Dynamics (2014)
Department/Program Service
SLU Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Committee (2018-Present)
SLU Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Faculty Search Committee (2015-2016) SIUE Mechanical Engineering Faculty Search Committee (2015)
SIUE Department of Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Committee (2014, 2015) SIUE Academic Excellence Day Presenter (2014)
SIUE Department of Mechanical Engineering Mini Baja Team Mentor (2013-Present) SIUE Meridian Scholar Mentor (2013-Present)
SIUE Honors Scholar Mentor (2013-Present)
SIUE ME Senior Design Judge (2013-Present)
PERSONAL DATA
Citizenship: United States
Contact Information:
Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
School of Science and Engineering
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO 63103
Cell Phone: 618-363-2323
Office Phone: 314-977-8185
Email: [email protected]
Web Page: CHROME Laboratory
Associate Dean of Research and Innovation
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
Collaborative Haptics, Robotics, and Mechatronics Laboratory
Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
School of Science and Engineering
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 977-8185
Email: [email protected]
Aurenar, CTO and Co-Founder
ViTAL, President and Co-Founder
Education
Ph.D. 2013 Mechanical Engineering, Vanderbilt University
Dissertation: The Efficacy of Surface Haptics and Force Feedback in Education
Advisor: Dr. Robert J. Webster III
B.S. 2008 Mechanical Engineering, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Summa Cum Laude, Departmental Honors, Minors in Physics and Mathematics
Positions Held
2023- Present CTO and Co-Founder, Aurenar
2022- Present Associate Dean of Research and Innovation, SSE, Saint Louis University
2022- Present Faculty Lead to the VP of Research & Partnerships for Innovation, Saint Louis University
2020- Present Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Saint Louis University
2015- Present President and Co-Founder, ViTAL
2015- 2020 Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Saint Louis University
2013-2015 Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Research Interests
Design, modeling, and control of haptic systems, particularly as applied to multimodal interaction, assistive technologies, and telerobotics. Human-Machine Interfaces, wearable haptics and multimodal information transfer for communication, STEM education, and consumer technology. Deep collabora tion with individuals who have visual impairments and who are DeafBlind. Design and assessment of new technologies in formal and informal settings.
Electromechanical design, modeling, and control, particularly as applied to medical systems. Image guided surgery and medical robotics. Minimally invasive steerable devices. Robotic-assisted surgery. Pill-sized swallowable robots and other meso-scale devices. Haptic and Human-Machine Interfaces for surgical training and teleoperation.
Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurship Education as applied to academic teaching and research. Translation of academic research into sustainable ventures and helping universities promote such efforts via faculty/student training; Creation and assessment of teaching innovations that promote entrepreneurship education in engineering programs
Administrative Experience
Associate Dean of Research and Innovation, SEE, SLU, 2022-Present
Primary responsibilities include:
Managing the School of Science and Engineering’s research portfolio (Approx. 100 faculty)
Catalyzing research growth including research expenditures, research activity, and partnerships
Building research culture through programming, mentoring, and development
Infusing new opportunities for innovation through partnerships
Establishing processes and structures supportive of research
Supporting Strategic Planning across departments and schools
Faculty Lead to the Vice President for Research, SLU, 2023-Present
Primary responsibilities include:
Serving as a faculty lead in science and engineering to the VP of Research
Overseeing the Science and Engineering Research Council and internal funding programs
Supporting research strategic growth plans across the university
Collaborating with other faculty leads and Associate Dean’s to support OVPR priorities
Advising on key supporting systems of research including grant operations, compliance, development, and communications
Selected Awards and Honors
2024 Kranz Professorship for Excellence in Research
2024 Saint Louis University Faculty Research Award
2023 NSF Convergence Acclerator Phase I and II Principal Investigator
2022 SLU Research Institute Fellow
2021 SLU Faculty Excellence Award
2019 NSF CAREER Award
2018 Outstanding Graduate Faculty, Parks College
2017 ViTAL, Arch Grants Winner
2015 Speaker at the NSF Next Generation STEM Learning For All Forum and invited to the White House Summit on Next Generation Learning
2015 Top Team Award, NSF I-Corps L Program
2014 Outstanding Teacher, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SIUE
2013 Baich Award for most outstanding STEP basic research proposal at SIUE
2013 Selected to attend the NAE Frontiers of Engineering Education Symposium
2012 Best Paper Award, American Society of Engineering Education Conference
2010 MathWorks Education Curriculum Grant
2009 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
2009 Best Poster, ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference (Three in Five Competition)
2009 Medical Robotics and Computer Integrated Interventional Systems Winter School, JHU
2008 CIRTL Teaching as Research Fellowship
2008-2012 Vanderbilt University IBM Fellowship
2008-2012 Vanderbilt Graduate School Travel Grants
Publications
Journal Articles
[J1] K. M. Donovan, J. D. Adams, K. Y. Park, P. Demarest, G. Tan, J. T. Willie, P. Brunner, J. L. Gorlewicz, and E. C. Leuthardt. Vibrotactile auricular vagus nerve stimulation alters limbic system connectivity in humans: A pilot study. PLOS One, 2024. Under Review. Preprint available:
https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2024.09.10.612366v1.abstract.
[J2] M. F. Dunlap, J. L. Tennison, J. B. Weinberg, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Hold: A remote haptic handshaking system. IEEE Transactions on Haptics, 2024. Under Review.
[J3] B. A. MacGavin, J. L. Tennison, T. Edwards, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Wearable haptic systems for measuring touch profiles and facilitating tactile communication. IEEE Transactions on Haptics, 2024. Under Review.
[J4] S. G. Lambert, A. Pawar, T. L. Smith, E. B. Moore, and Gorlewicz, J. L. It’s hip to be square: A tangible user interface for quadrilateral learning. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 2024.Under Review.
[J5] T. Kluthe, H. Williams, W. Allee, S. Goswami, J. L. Tennison, Gorlewicz, J. L., N. A. Giudice,B. Blaser, A. McNamara, D. W. Smith, and A. Stefik. Automatically accessible structured charts for blind and low vision users. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 2024. Under Review.
[J6] G. Tan, J. Adams, K. Donovan, P. Demarest, J. T. Willie, P. Brunner, Gorlewicz, J. L., and E. C. Leuthardt. Does vibrotactile stimulation of the auricular vagus nerve enhance working memory? a behavioral and physiological investigation. Brain Stimulation, April 2024. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.brs.2024.04.002.
[J7] R. H. McGinley, R. B. Cocroft, D. O. Elias, E. Redle, J. L. Gorlewicz, and K. D. Fowler-Finn. Quantifying the complex transmission of substrate-borne vibrations with scanning laser vibrometry. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata, 00:1–12, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1111/eea.13501.
[J8] J. L. Tennison, S. Goswami, J. R. Hairston, P. M. Drews, D. W. Smith, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Bridging the gap of graphical information accessibility in education with multimodal touchscreens. Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 117(6), 2024. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X231217496.
[J9] N. Agwu, E.C. Leuthardt, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design and validation of a steerable port delivery cannula system for laser interstitial thermal therapy. ASME Journal of Medical Devices, 17:011006–1– 011006–10, March 2023.
[J10] W. N. Benson, Z. Anderson, E. Capelle, M. F. Dunlap, B. Dorris, J. L. Gorlewicz, M. Shimizu, and J. B. Weinberg. Embodied expressive gestures in telerobots: A tale of two users. ACM Transactions on Human Robot Interaction, 12(2, Article 24.):1–20, March 2023.
[J11] S. G. Lambert, S. Tancredi, B. L. Fiedler, E. B. Moore, Gorlewicz, J. L., D. Abrahamson, and F. G. Paloma. Getting a grip on geometry: Developing a tangible manipulative for inclusive quadrilateral learning. Italian Journal of Health Education, Sports and Inclusive Didactics., 2022.
[J12] S. G. Lambert, B. L. Fiedler, C.S. Hershenow, D. Abrahamson, and Gorlewicz, J. L. A tangible manipulative for inclusive quadrilateral learning. The Journal on Technology and Persons with Disabilities, 10:66–81, 2022. Also Presented at 2022 CSUN Conference. Dr. Arthur I. Karshmer Best Paper Award.
[J13] T. Cooper, H. Lai, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Do you hear what i hear: The balancing act of designing an electronic hockey puck for playing hockey non-visually. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing,15(1)(article no. 4):1–29, 2022.
[J14] B. MacGavin, T. Edwards, and J. L. Gorlewicz. A protactile-inspired wearable haptic device for capturing the core functions of communication. IEEE Transactions on Haptics, 2021. Short Paper.
[J15] Tennison J., Greenberg J., E. Moore, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Haptic paradigms for multimodal interactive simulations. Journal on Technology and Persons with Disabilities. CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, March 2021.
[J16] Gorlewicz, J.L., J.L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, M.E. Richard, H.P. Palani, A. Stefik, D.W. Smith, and N.A. Giudice. Design guidelines and recommendations for multimodal, touchscreen-based graphics. ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing, 13(3):1–30, 2020.
[J17] J. L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, D. W. Smith, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Establishing vibration-based tactile line profiles for use in multimodal graphics. ACM Transactions on Applied Perception, 17(2):1–14, 2020.
[J18] J. L. Gorlewicz and S. Jayaram. Instilling curiosity, connections, and creating value in entrepreneurial minded engineering: Concepts for a course sequence in dynamics and controls. Entrepreneurship Education and Pedagogy, 3(1):60–85, 2020. DOI: 10.1177/2515127419879469.
[J19] M. Hahn, C. Mueller, and J. L. Gorlewicz. The comprehension of stem graphics via a multi-sensory tablet in students with visual impairment. Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 113(5):404–418, September-October 2019. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X19876463.
[J20] J. Tennison and J. L. Gorlewicz. Non-visual perception of lines on a multimodal touchscreen tablet. ACM Transactions on Applied Perception, 16(1):6, 2019.
[J21] J. L. Tennison, Z. S. Carril, N. A. Giudice, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Comparing graphical pattern matching on tablets and phones: Large screens are not necessarily better. Optometry and Vision Science, 95(9):720–726, 2018.
[J22] J. L. Gorlewicz, J. Burgner, T. J. Withrow, and R. J. Webster III. Initial experiences using vibra-
tory touchscreens to display graphical math concepts to students with blindness. Journal of Special Education Technology, 29:2:17–25, 2014.
[J23] J. L. Gorlewicz, L. B. Kratchman, and R. J. Webster III. Haptic paddle enhancements and a formal
assessment of student learning in system dynamics. Advances in Engineering Education, 4(2):186–217,
Fall 2014.
[J24] J. L. Gorlewicz, S. Battaglia, B. F. Smith, G. Ciuti, J. Gerding, A. Menciassi, K. L. Obstein, P. Val-
dastri, and R. J. Webster III. Wireless insufflation of the gastrointestinal tract. IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering, 60(5):1225–1233, 2013.
[J25] J. L. Toennies, G. Tortora, M. Simi, P. Valdastri, and R. J. Webster III. Swallowable medical
devices for diagnosis and surgery: The state of the art. Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science,
224(C7):1397–1414, 2010.
[J26] A. Danilchenko, R. Balachandran, J. L. Toennies, S. Baron, B. Munske, J. M. Fitzpatrick, T. J.
Withrow, R. J. Webster III, and R. F. Labadie. Robotic mastoidectomy. Otology and Neurotology,
32(1):11–16, 2010.
[J27] S. Baron, H. Eilers, B. Munske, J. L. Toennies, R. Balachandran, R. F. Labadie, T. Ortmaier, and
R. J. Webster III. Percutaneous inner-ear access via an image-guided industrial robot system. Journal
of Engineering in Medicine, 224(5):633–649, 2010.
Journal Abstracts
[JA1] N. Agwu, K. Deprow, J. T. Williams, E.C. Leuthardt, and J. L. Gorlewicz. A curved port delivery system for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. Proceedings of the 2019 Design of Medical Devices Conference, April 2019.
[JA2] M. Rezapour, E. C. Leuthardt, and J.L. Gorlewicz. Design of a steerable guide for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. ASME Journal of Medical Devices, 10(3)(030909), 2016. [Selected for Oral Presentation].
[JA3] J. L. Toennies and R. J. Webster III. A wireless insufflation system for capsular endoscopes. ASME Journal of Medical Devices, 3(2):027514, 2009.
Book Chapters and Invited Reports
[B1] T. Wild, D. Smith, S. Kelly, D. Fast, and J. L. Collaborator: Gorlewicz. The national research agenda for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (stem) for students with visual impairments. 2022. National Research Agenda.
[B2] J. L. Gorlewicz and E. Moore. Multimodal User Interfaces. DIAGRAM Center Report, 2019. Invited Report. Equal Contribution of Authors.
[B3] J.L. Gorlewicz, J.L. Tennison, H.P. Palani, and N.A. Giudice. Interactive Media, chapter The graphical access challenge for people with visual impairments: Positions and Pathways Forward. InTechOpen, 2018. DOI: intechopen.77566.
[B4] J. L. Gorlewicz, R. J. Webster III, and P. Valdastri. “Mesoscale Mobile Robots for Gastrointestinal Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS).” Medical Robotics Minimally Invasive Surgery. Number 51. Woodhead Publishing Ltd., 2012.
Refereed Conference Articles
[C1] S. G. Lambert, J. L. Tennison, K. Mitchell, E. B. Moore, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Move or be moved: The design of a haptic-tangible manipulative for paired digital education interactives. Eurohaptics, July 2024.
[C2] C. Doherty, J. L. Tennison, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Hapt-x-pand: The design and evaluation of a radially expanding and contracting skin drag haptic device. IEEE HAPTICS Symposium, April 2024.
[C3] A. V. Leendert, M. Patel, S. Lambert, D. Abrahamson, J. L. Gorlewicz, and A. Shvarts. Embodied learning of algebra for braille readers. The 15th International Congress on Mathematical Education, July 2024.
[C4] W. M. Robinson, M. Khalel, J. L. Tennison, N. A. Giudice, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Spatial audio-enhanced multimodal graph rendering for efficient data trend learning on touchscreen devices. ACM Computer Human Interaction (CHI), May 2024.
[C5] B. M. MacGavin, J. L. Tennison, S. Condoor, and Gorlewicz, J. L. The hapconnect: Teaching about haptics and inclusive designwith modular, wearable technology. 2023 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, (38161), 2023.
[C6] T. Brunken, J. L. Gorlewicz, C. Butts-Wilmsmery, and J. B. Weinberg. Classification of haptic hand shake data for the control of human-telerobot social contact interactions. IEEE SMC, 2023.
[C7] J. Adams, P. Demarest, K. Donovan, P. Brunner, H. Burton, S. Haroutounian, E. Leuthardt, and J. L. Gorlewicz. A reconfigurable, additively manufactured vibrotactile stimulation device for chronic pain. Proceedings of the 2023 Design of Medical Devices Conference, (9337), April 2023. Pitch Competition Qualifier.
[C8] S. S. Condoor and J. L. Gorlewicz. An experiential design thinking course for freshmen mechanical engineering students. Proceedings of the ASME 2022 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, October 2022.
[C9] M.F. Dunlap, J.L. Tennison, J.D. Sizemore, T. Brunken, A. Adeagbo, J.B. Weinberg, and Gorlewicz, J.L. Haptic wearables to enhance telerobot-mediated handshaking. Robotics: Science and Systems 2022 Workshop in Close Proximity Human-Robot Collaboration., New York City, NY, USA., July 2022.
[C10] C. Doherty, J. Little, J. L. Tennison, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Don’t dampen the fun: Acoustic study of a mechanically modified puck for blind ice hockey. 2022 IEEE International Workshop on Sport, Technology and Research (STAR), pages 61–66, 2022. doi: 10.1109/STAR53492.2022.9859924.
[C11] J. Adams, C. Doherty, E. Leuthardt, and Gorlewicz, J. L. A vibrotactile wearable for the ear for vagus nerve stimulation. Proceedings of the 2022 Design of Medical Devices Conference, Minneapolis, MN, USA.(V001T04A006), April 2022.
[C12] J. Pasquesi and Gorlewicz, J. L. Investigating multi-touch vibrations on mobile touchscreens. IEEE World Haptics Conference, July 2021.
[C13] B. MacGavin, T. Edwards, and Gorlewicz, J. L. A protactile-inspired wearable haptic device for capturing the core functions of communication. IEEE World Haptics Conference., Short Paper, Dual Submission., July 2021.
[C14] J. L. Tennison, Gorlewicz, J. L., and S. S. Condoor. Project-based smart systems module for early stage mechanical engineering students. American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference and Exposition, Paper ID 29327, June 2020.
[C15] E. Capelle, W. Benson, Z. Anderson, J. B. Weinberg, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design and implemen tation of a haptic measurement glove to create realistic human-telerobot interactions. IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems, pages 9781–9788, 2020.
[C16] J. Pasquesi, F. Esposito, G. Davoli, and Gorlewicz, J.L. Exploring vibration-defined networking. 26th IEEE International Symposium on Local and Metropolitan Area Networks (LANMAN), 2020. Short paper.
[C17] J.T. Slack, K. DeProw, Z. Anderson, R. M. Albacete Di Bartolomeo, J. B. Weinberg, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design of a lightweight, ergonomic manipulator for enabling expressive gesturing in telepresence robots. IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS), pages 5491–5496, 2018.
[C18] T. A. Smith and J. L. Gorlewicz. HUE: A Hybrid Ultrasonic and Electrostatic Variable Friction Touchscreen. IEEE WorldHaptics Conference, June 2017.
[C19] J. L. Tennison and J. L. Gorlewicz. Toward non-visual graphics representations on vibratory touch screens: Shape exploration and identification. In: Bello F., Kajimoto H., Visell Y. (eds) Haptics: Perception, Devices, Control, and Applications. EuroHaptics 2016. Lecture Notes in Computer Sci ence, vol 9775., pages 384–395, 2016.
[C20] K. Katumu and J. L. Gorlewicz. Using modal superposition for generating localized tactile effects on variable friction touchscreens. IEEE HAPTICS Symposium, April 2016. [Presented by Trevor Smith].
[C21] H. Lee, K. Katumu, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Toward active boundary conditions for variable friction touchscreens. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, 8618, Eurohaptics 2014.
[C22] A. L. Pawley, A. R. Carberry, M. E. Cardella, M. I. Caranscial, S. R. Daly, J. L. Gorlewicz, G. L. Herman, M. M. Hynes, S. S. Jordan, N. N. Kellam, M. Lande, M. A. Verleger, and D. Yang. The peer collaborative: Supporting engineering education research faculty with near-peer mentoring uncon ference workshops. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition, Indianapolis, IN, June 15-18, 2014.
[C23] J. L. Gorlewicz and R. J. Webster III. A formal assessment of the haptic paddle laboratories in teaching system dynamics. American Society of Engineering Education, 2012. Best Paper Award, Mechanical Division.
[C24] J. L. Toennies, J. Burgner, T. J. Withrow, and R. J. Webster III. Toward haptic/aural touchscreen display of graphical mathematics for the education of blind students. World Haptics Conference, pages 373–378, 2011.
[C25] J. L. Toennies, G. Ciuti, B. F. Smith, A. Menciassi, P. Valdastri, and R. J. Webster III. Toward tetherless insufflation of the GI tract. International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, pages 1946–1949, 2010.
[C26] R. Mead, J. B. Weinberg, J. L. Toennies, J. R. Croxell, B. Adams, G. Engel, J. Hiatt, N. Italiano, R. Krauss, A. Backs, and M. Gorlewicz. Road runner: An autonomous vehicle for HRI research. Technical Report of the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence Workshop on Mobile Robotics: Mobility and Manipulation, 2008.
Patents
[P1] J. Adams, Gorlewicz, J. L., and E. C. Leuthardt. Transcutaneous auricular vagal nerve stimulation for enhanced learning. U.S. Provisional Application Serial No. 63/483,050, Filed in February 2023. Full International Patent: 15060-1636 (020343/WO) filed in Feb 2024.
[P2] J. Adams, Gorlewicz, J. L., and E. C. Leuthardt. Systems and methods for personalized treatment of chronic pain with brain-computer interface and modularvibrotactile apparatus. U.S. Provisional Application Serial No. 63/384,668, Filed in December 2022.
[P3] J. L. Gorlewicz, N. Agwu, K. Deprow, and E. Leuthardt. Systems and methods for guiding surgical tools. Serial Number 62/831,983, April 10, 2019.
[P4] E. Leuthardt, Gorlewicz, J. L., and M. Rezapour. Thermoablation probe. US Patent Appl 62/248,917 filed on 10/30/2015.
[P5] P. Valdastri, G. Ciuti, A. Menciassi, P. Dario, R. J. Webster III, B. Smith, and J. L. Toennies. Magnetic valve and aiming method for teatherless medical devices. PCT appl PCT/EP2011/064764 filed 8/26/11 published as WO 2012/028557.
[P6] R. F. Labadie, J. M. Fitzpatrick, J. E. Mitchell, G. S. Blachon, J. L. Toennies, and R. J. Webster III. Apparatus and methods for percutaneous cochlear implantation. US Pat appl 13/167,964 filed 6/24/11, published as 8886331.
Refereed or Invited Posters or Presentations
[Oth1] K. M. Donovan, J. D. Adams, K. Y. Park, P. Demarest, G. Tan, J. T. Willie, J. L. Gorlewicz, P. Brunner, and E. C. Leuthardt. Vibrotactile auricular vagus nerve stimulation increases low frequency coherence in intracranial eeg. American Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery Biennial Meeting, June 1-4, 2024. Nashville, TN. Poster.
[Oth2] Gorlewicz, J.L., J. Rizzo, J.S. Yaruss, D. Pont Esteban, and V. Namboodiri. Nsf convergence accelerator assistive technology showcase. CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2025. Presentation Submission Under Review.
[Oth3] Gorlewicz, J.L., D. Gardner, H. Palani, D. Schepers, and J. Mukherjee. Inclusio: Towards in teroperability of accessible graphics. CSUN Assistive Technology Conference., 2025. Presentation Submission Under Review.
[Oth4] A. Vidyadharan, J. L. Tennison, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Late breaking abstract.: An investigation into autonomy levels across telerobotic platforms with and without manipulators. IEEE Conference on Telepresence, 2024.
[Oth5] Gorlewicz, J.L., D. Gardner, H. Palani, N. Giudice, D. Guzman-Orth, and A. Keith. Inclusio: Recent advancements toward interoperability of inclusive, multimodal graphics. ISLAND Conference., 2024. Presentation.
[Oth6] Gorlewicz, J. L., W. R. Moore, N. Roy, J. L. Tennison, and N. Giudice. Accessible, multimodal charts and graphs on touchscreens. 2024 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2024. Accepted. Presentation.
[Oth7] D. Schepers, J. Gardner, D. Gardner, J. L. Gorlewicz, and Oystein Moseng. A new metadata format for interoperable accessible diagrams. 2024 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2024. Accepted. Presentation.
[Oth8] N. A. Giudice, J. L. Tennison, Gorlewicz, J. L., D. W. Smith, and A. Stefik. Digital graphicacy: Exploring charts and graphs with haptics. 2023 CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, 2023.
[Oth9] J. L. Tennison, S. Goswami, J. R. Hairston, P. M. Drews, D. W. Smith, A. Stefik, N. A. Giudice, and Gorlewicz, J. L. Graphicacy: Comparison of traditional methods to emerging technologies. Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired Conference, July 2022.
[Oth10] S. G. Lambert, S. Tancredi, B. L. Fiedler, Gorlewicz, J. L., and D Abrahamson. Building the quad: A tangible manipulative for inclusive geometry learning. The 2nd International Conference on Research on Educational Neuroscience: School, Sports, and Society (REN)., In F. C. Peluso (Chair), Rome, Italy, April 2022. REN Award.
[Oth11] S. G. Lambert, S. Tancredi, B. L. Fiedler, Gorlewicz, J. L., and D. Abrahamson. Building the quad: A tangible manipulative for inclusive geometry learning. In F. Gomez Paloma (Chair), Inclusion week (symposium). University of Macerata, Italy, March 2022. Invited Presentation.
[Oth12] Gorlewicz, J. L., J. L. Tennison, P. M. Uesbeck, M. E. Richard, H. P. Palani, A. Stefik, D. W. Smith, and N. A. Giudice. Design guidelines and recommendations for multimodal, touchscreen-based graphics. The 22nd International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility (ASSETS), October 2020.
[Oth13] B. A. MacGavin and Gorlewicz, J. L. A wearable haptic interface for protactile deafblind individ uals. IEEE Haptics Symposium, 2020. Hands-On Demonstration.
[Oth14] T. Edwards, D. Brentari, Gorlewicz, J. L., and Moderator: R. Ladner. Toward a more tactile future: Learning from protactile deafblind communities. AAAS Annual Meeting, Seattle, Washington. February 13-16, 2020. (Selected Symposium Panel).
[Oth15] A. Sangiorgi, F. Esposito, J. L. Gorlewicz, and G. Schembra. Demo: Propelling haptic devices into the mobile world to advance k-12 stem learning. Twentieth International Symposium on Mobile Ad Hoc Networking and Computing (MobiHoc 2019), July 2-5, 2019. (Demo).
[Oth16] J. L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, D. W. Smith, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Seeing through touch: Multisensory graphics for students with visual impairments. Coalition for National Science Foundation Exhibition, April 2019. (Poster).
[Oth17] C. M. Mueller and J. L. Gorlewicz. Software for digital, multisensory graphics for k-college students with visual impairments. Principles of Schools for the Blind (POSB) Conference, 2019. (Presentation).
[Oth18] J.L. Gorlewicz, C. M. Mueller, and H. Dahmm. Bringing digital graphics to life: The promise of multimodal touchscreens - progress and future work. National Federation of the Blind Tactile Graphics in Education and Careers, October 2018. (Oral Presentation).
[Oth19] K. Deprow and J.L. Gorlewicz. Hue tablet demonstration. 2018 IEEE Haptics Symposium, March 25-28, 2018. (Demo).
[Oth20] J.L. Gorlewicz. Using touch in touchscreens to teach math to students with blindness and visual impairments. NSF Next Generation STEM Learning for All Forum, 2015. (Oral Presentation).
[Oth21] S. J. Veile and J. L. Gorlewicz. Feeling physics: The haptic paddle as a learning tool. St. Louis Area Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Oth22] K. Katumu and J. L. Gorlewicz. Math at your fingertips: The promise of vibratory touchscreens in education of the visually impaired. Saint Louis User Experience Conference, 2014. (Poster).
[Oth23] J. L. Gorlewicz. TECHIE: Teaching Engineering Concepts through Haptic, Interactive Experi ences. National Academy of Engineering Frontiers of Engineering Education Symposium, Irvine, CA, October 2013. (Poster).
[Oth24] J. L. Gorlewicz. The haptic paddle reinvented: Hands-on learning using arduinos and simulink. The MathWorks Curriculum Meeting, American Society of Engineering Education Conference, (Oral Presentation), 2013.
[Oth25] J. L. Gorlewicz. Panel: Preparing students for industry via low-cost robotic labs. American Society of Engineering Education, 2012. (Oral Panel Presentation).
[Oth26] J. L. Gorlewicz and R. J. Webster III. The promise of haptics for teaching math to the blind. National Science Foundation Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill, May 2012. (Poster).
[Oth27] J. L. Gorlewicz, L. B. Kratchman, and R. J. Webster III. The vanderbilt haptic paddle: Educational haptics using simulink. The MathWorks, Inc. Virtual Conference, March, 2012. (Webinar available online at The MathWorks, Inc.).
[Oth28] J. L. Gorlewicz and R. J. Webster III. A hands-on approach to teaching system dynamics. Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning National Forum, 2011. (Poster).
[Oth29] J. L. Gorlewicz, L. B. Kratchman, B. Gadhia, P. Marayong, and R. J. Webster III. Modeling and control of an educational haptic device using Matlab/Simulink. American Society of Engineering Education Conference, 2011. (Oral Panel Presentation).
[Oth30] J. L. Toennies, G. Ciuti, B. Smith, P. Valdastri, A. Menciassi, and R. J. Webster III. Initial feasibility studies on wireless insufflation of the GI tract. IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation - Workshop on Meso-Scale Robotics for Medical Interventions, 2010. (Poster).
[Oth31] A. Danilchenko, J. L. Toennies, R. Balachandran, S. Baron, B. Munske, R. J. Webster III, and R. F. Labadie. Robotic mastoidectomy. American Otological Society Spring Meeting, 22, 2010. (Abstract).
[Oth32] J. L. Toennies and R. J. Webster III. A wireless insufflation system for capsular endoscopes. ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference, 2009. Best Poster Award - 3 in 5 competition winner.
[Oth33] J. L. Toennies and D. C. Rucker. Getting a feel for dynamic systems through haptic robots. Presented at CIRTL TAR Symposium and Vanderbilt University Graduate Research Symposium, 2009. (Poster). Project selected to be presented orally to CIRTL Leadership Board.
[Oth34] J. L. Toennies and R. L. Essner, Jr. Comparison of feeding and jumping in the Northern Leopard Frog, Rana pipiens. Presented at Illinois State Academy of Science and SIUE Graduate Symposium, 2007. (Poster).
Other Posters and Presentations
[Po1] A. Keith and J. L. Gorlewicz. Inclusio: A convergent effort for creating accessible, multimodal graphics. ISLAND Conference, October 2023. Presentation.
[Po2] J. L. Gorlewicz. Career: Bridging the digital accessibility gap in stem using multisensory haptic platforms. NSF DRK-12 PI Project Meeting., 2021.
[Po3] Gorlewicz, J. L., N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and D. Smith. Good vibrations: Increased digital access to stem graphics for remote learning. NSF ECR PI Conference, November 2020.
[Po4] Gorlewicz, J. L. Good vibrations: Multimodal graphics on touchscreens for increased digital access. EPIQ Annaul Conference., July 2020.
[Po5] J. L. Tennison, P.M. Uesbeck, D. W. Smith, N. A. Giudice, A. Stefik, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Multimodal graphics on touchscreens for individuals with visual impairments. Saint Louis University Graduate Research Symposium, April 2019. (Best Poster Award).
[Po6] W. N. Benson, Z. Anderson, R.M. Albacete Di Bartolomeo, J.B. Weinberg, and J. L. Gorlewicz. Improving interaction with telerobots through end effectors and haptics. Saint Louis University Graduate Research Symposium, April 2019. (Poster).
[Po7] T. Cooper and J. L. Gorlewicz. Hockey puck for the blind: Using impure white noise to localize a fast moving object. Saint Louis University Graduate Research Symposium, April 2019. (Poster).
[Po8] T. A. Smith and J. L. Gorlewicz. Toward broader texture-rendering using integrated ultrasonic and electrostatic friction-modulation techniques. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2015. (Poster).
[Po9] M. Rezapour and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design of a steerable guide for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2015. (Poster).
[Po10] M. Rezapour and J. L. Gorlewicz. Design of a steerable guide for laser interstitial thermal therapy of brain tumors. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Po11] K. Katumu and J. L. Gorlewicz. Variable friction touchscreens: The promise of haptics in touch screen development. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Po12] C. Graves and J. L. Gorlewicz. Enhancing robotic surgery and training through real-time surgical motion analysis and haptic feedback. SIUE Graduate Research Symposium, 2014. (Poster).
[Po13] J. L. Toennies. Wireless insufflation and educational haptics. Vanderbilt University Graduate Student Seminar, 2011. (Oral Presentation).
Grants and Fellowships
Pending
1. NSF ITEST, 2445471 “Collaborative Research: SEI: An Evidence-Based Scaling of Accessible Data Science” A. Stefik (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (co-PI), B. Blaser (Co-PI), A. MacNamara. For $3,000,000 ($1,102,622 to SLU) over 4 years (6/1/25-5/31/29).
Current
(Approx. $10.6M to SLU, $16M Total)
1. NSF RITEL, 2418738 “Exploring the Integration of Reconfigurable Sensorimotor Interfaces into Educational STEM Simulations” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), D. Abrahamson (Co-PI), and E. Moore (Co PI). For $900,000 for 3 years (9/15/24-8/14/27).
2. NIH Blueprint MedTech “Modular Non-Invasive Brain-Computer Interface System for Treating Chronic Neuropathic Pain.” E. C. Leuthardt (PI), S. Haroutounian (Co-PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Collab orator). SLU Subaward for $623,706 for 1 year (09/10/2024 – 06/30/2025).
3. NSF Convergence Accelerator “NSF Convergence Accelerator Track H: Addressing the Frag mented Information Access Problem - A Community-Driven, AI-Powered Platform for Inclusive, Mul timodal Content Creation” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), H. Palani (Co-PI), N. Giudice (Co-PI), D. Gardner (Co-PI), J. Croxell (Co-PI) For $5,000,000 for 3 years (12/7/23-12/6/26).
4. NSF Convergence Accelerator “NSF Convergence Accelerator Track H: Bridging the Fragmen tation of Information Access - An Integrated, Multimodal System for Inclusive Content Creation, Conversion, and Delivery” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), H. Palani (Co-PI), N. Giudice (Co-PI), D. Gardner (Co-PI), C. Mueller (Co-PI) For $749,685 over 1 year (12/18/22-12/31/23).
5. SLU President’s Research Fund “Design and Evaluation of a Wearale Haptic Device for Guided Grounding” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), J. L. Tennison (co-PI). For $20,000 over 15 months (5/1/23-7/31/24).
6. NIH R01 “Evaluating the Rehabilitative Potential of tactile number expressions for multisensory vision and hearing loss using wearable haptics.” D. Gagne (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI). For $2,500,000 ($372,505 to SLU) over 5 years (6/1/22-5/31/27).
7. NSF ITEST, 2048428 “Collaborative Research: DTI: Toward Data Science For All” A. Stefik (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI), D. Smith (Co-PI), N. Guidice (Co-PI). For $1,347,175 ($304,785 to SLU) over 4 years (6/1/21-5/31/25)
8. NSF HCC, 2106394 “Collaborative Research: HCC”: Medium: Creating a Data Science Platform for an Inclusive Pipeline in the Empirical Sciences” A. Stefik (PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI), D. Smith (Co-PI), N. Guidice (Co-PI). For $1,301,868 ($327,277 to SLU) over 3 years (9/1/21-8/30/24).
9. NSF CAREER, 1845490 “CAREER: Bridging the Digital Accessibility Gap in STEM Using Mul tisensory Haptic Platforms” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For $991,992 over 5 years (8/1/19-7/31/24).
10. NSF CHS, 1909121 “CHS: Small: Rethinking Haptic-Based Remote Communication Leveraging the DeafBlind Community’s Tactile Intuitions” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), T. Edwards (Co-PI), F. Esposito (Collaborator). For $200,000 over 3 years (12/31/19-12/31/23).
11. Lighthouse for the Blind “Next Generation Hockey Puck for the Blind,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For $120,000 over 5 years (3/1/18-12/31/23).
12. SLU Big Ideas Competition “PATH: People and Technology Horizon,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), T. Edwards (Co-PI), and F. Esposito (Co-PI). For $50,000 for 1 year (8/1/20-7/31/23).
Previous Funding
(Approx. $1.2M to SLU, $1M SBIR/Company Fundraising, $2.9M Total)
1. NSF CHS, 1618926 “CHS Small: Increasing Social Connectedness in Telerobotic Platforms Through Adding Gesture Capabilities,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), J. Weinberg (Co-PI) and M. Shimizu (Co-PI). For $411,460 ($251,502 to SLU) over 3 years (1/14/17-12/31/21). Additional REU Supplements in 2018-2019 for $16,000
2. Quori Robot Award Program “Quori Acquisition: Enhancing Social Connectedness in Human Robot Interactions via Tangible Interactions and Rendered Facial Expressions,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), J. Weinberg (Co-PI). For aquisition of a Quori Robot. (9/1/21 - Expected Ship Date). Research carried out over 2 years (9/1/19-8/31/22).
3. NSF Linguistics, 2038042 “RAPID: Navigating Social Distancing with DeafBlind Children: Pro tactile Language Acquisition in an Online Learning Environment” T. Edwards (PI), Deanna Gagne (Co-PI), J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-PI), and D. Brentari (Co-PI). For $196,564 over 1.5 years (7/31/20- 12/31/21).
4. NSF ECR-EHR, 1644538 “Collaborative Research: ECR DCL Level 2: Perceptual and Imple mentation Strategies for Knowledge Acquisition of Digital Tactile Graphics for Blind and Visually Impaired Students,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), A. Stefik (Co-PI), N. Giudice (Co-PI), and D. Smith (Co PI). For $916,798 ($350,151 to SLU) over 3 years (1/14/17-12/31/21). Additional REU Supplements 2017-2019 for $8000 each ($24,000).
5. NSF MRI, 1919740 “MRI: Acquisition of Scanning Laser Doppler Vibrometer,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), K. Fowler-Finn (Co-PI), N. Case (Co-PI), and S. Jayaram (Co-PI). For $274,850 + $177,793 Cost Share to SLU) over 3 years (8/31/19-8/31/21).
6. Medtronic, Inc. “Phase I: A Curved Port Delivery System for Flexible, Straight Neurosurgical Tools,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), E. Leuthardt (Consultant). For $65,051 over 2 years (4/1/19-4/30/21).
7. NSF SBIR Phase II “SBIR Phase II: Ushering in a New Paradigm of Real-Time Tactile Graphics for VI STEM Students,” C. Mueller (PI). Subaward to Saint Louis University. For $750,000 over 2 years (3/1/17-2/28/20).
8. NSF I-Corps Site “Type I: Saint Louis University I-Corps Site ,” K. Oliff (PI), D. G. Thomas (Co PI), M. Townes (Co-PI). J. L. Gorlewicz (Collaborator). I am a collaborator on this grant, and my primary role is to serve as a mentor (specifically for engineering students and faculty) and to be an advocate for innovation and entrepreneurial endeavors here at SLU.
9. SLU Spark Grants Two grants were received in Fall 2017 for $1000 each to establish interdisciplinary research collaborations at SLU.
10. NSF SBIR Phase I “SBIR Phase I/IB: Ushering in a New Paradigm of Real-Time Tactile Graphics for Visually Impaired Students,” C. Mueller (PI). Sub-award to Saint Louis University. For $179,997 over 1 year (1/1/16-12/31/16).
11. NSF I-Corps L Grant “Real-Time Graphical Presentation for Visually Impaired STEM Students,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For $50,000 over 6 months with 1 year extension (1/1/15-6/30/16).
12. SIUE Research Grants for Graduate Students “Design and Integration of a Manipulator on a Telepresence Robot,” N. Choubedar (Graduate Student) and J.L. Gorlewicz (Advisor). For $500 over 1 year (4/1/15-3/31/16).
13. SIUE STEP Program “Toward Tactile Touchscreens that “Feel” Real,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). For approximately $17,000 over 1 year (7/1/2014-6/30/2015). Baich Award Winner for most out standing STEP basic research proposal.
14. SIUE Excellence in Undergraduate Education Grant “Experiential Learning in Engineering Communication,” J. L. Gorlewicz (PI), G. Ercal (Co-PI), S. Locke (Co-PI), S. Herberts (Co-PI), and G. Bracey (Co-PI). For $13,995 over 1 year (7/1/14-6/30/15).
15. SIUE Research Grants for Graduate Students “Toward a Universal Test-Bed for Variable Fric tion Touchscreens,” K. Katumu (Graduate Student) and J.L. Gorlewicz (Advisor). For $500 over 1 year (4/1/14-3/31/15).
16. University of Central Florida/Gates Foundation “Analysis of Teacher Training Effectiveness using TeachLive Technologies in the Classroom,” S. James (PI), M. Thomeczek (Co-I), W. Fuchs (Co-I), and J. L. Gorlewicz (Co-I). For $7920 plus $4000 cost-share over 6 months (1/1/14-6/30/14).
17. SIUE Undergraduate Research and Creative Arts Program J. L. Gorlewicz (PI). Secured funding for support of 2 undergraduates to work on research projects in my lab. For $2000 over 1 semester (1/1/2014-5/5/2014).
18. NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, Jenna L. Toennies. For approximately $121,500 over three years (6/1/10–5/31/13).
I helped write small sections of this proposal.
19. Vanderbilt University IBM Fellowship, Jenna L. Toennies. For approximately $20,000 over four years (9/1/08–8/31/12).
20. MathWorks Education Curriculum Grant: “Modeling and Control of an Educational Haptic Robot Using Matlab/Simulink.” R. J. Webster III (PI) and P. Marayong. For $38,341 over one year (7/1/10-6/30/11).
I and another graduate student collaborated to write this proposal, with input from my advisor, but I was the primary driver of, and coordinator of, the effort.
21. Vanderbilt University Graduate School Travel Grants for conference attendance. For $500/con ference (2010 and 2011).
22. Vanderbilt Discovery Grant: “Fluid-Powered Locomotion, Sensing, and Intervention in the GI Tract.” R. J. Webster III (PI), K. C. Williams, and H. Correa. For $100,000 over two years (6/1/09– 5/31/11).
I wrote small sections and created conceptual sketches for this proposal.
23. Vanderbilt Teaching as Research Fellowship: “Getting A Feel For Dynamic Systems through Haptic Robots.” R. J. Webster III (PI). For $3000 over one semester (9/1/08-12/31/08).
I and another graduate student collaborated to write this proposal with input from my advisor.
Research Translation and Technology Transfer
Entrepreneurship and Training
NSF Convergence Accelerator Phase I (2023) and Phase II, Present
Vital Prize Challenge, 2023
MEDLaunch Board Member, 2019-2022
SLUStart Team Mentor, 2021-2022
MEDLaunch Team Advisor, 2016-2017
Coleman Fellow, Saint Louis University, 2016-2017
NSF SBIR Phase I/IB/II Recipient (JLG Innovations, LLC dba ViTAL), 2016
NSF I-Corps L Teaching Team, Adjunct Instructor Training, 2015
Attended KEEN Fall Conference, Fall 2015
Finalist in Accelerate St. Louis, 2015
Startup Next, #1 Pre-Accelerator Program in the U.S., 2015
NSF I-Corps L Program Participant, 2015, Top Team Award
Research Translation
Tactile Touchscreens for teaching STEM to VI Students - An Ed Tech Start-up, Vital, was formed in 2015 after participation in the NSF I-Corps L program. The company has secured NSF SBIR Phase I, IB, and II funding, coupled with additional private investments, Arch Grants funding, and a fellowship through Lean Lab. Early adopters are becoming paying customers of Vital’s product, which is research-backed by the CHROME Lab outputs. Vital has recently jointed a convergent effort, Inclusio, to amplify its impact through the NSF Convergence Accelerator program. This work has been featured in numerous media outlets including a recent podcast on Speaking Out for the Blind.
Wearable Vibrotactile Stimulation Devices - In collaboration with Dr. Eric Leuthardt (Neu rosurgery, Washington University in St. Louis), we are developing a class of wearable vibrotactile stimulation devices to treat chronic pain and to simulate the vagus nerve to reduce inflammation and support maintaining attention and focus. Patents have been filed on this work and initial seed funding is being applied for through SBIR proposals and venture funding. A company, Aurenar, has been formed and initial seed funding is in the midst of being secured.
Hockey Puck for the Blind - In collaboration with the St. Louis Blues Blind Hockey Club and the Lighthouse for the Blind St. Louis, we are developing next-generation hockey puck and puck modifications to support the game of blind ice hockey. In our latest work, 3D printed puck cages have been developed which enhance durability and lifespan of the current puck with minimal impact on its acoustics. These puck cages are being distributed across the national blind ice hockey league teams. This work has been featured in numerous media outlets including HEC TV and St. Louis Public Radio.
Invited Presentations
1. Interagency Committee on Disability Research, September 2024
2. Quad Tool Team Presentation - REN Conference, April 2022.
3. Qual Tool Team - University of Macerata, Italy, March 2022.
4. EPIQ Annual Conference Keynote Speaker, July 2020.
5. Brews and Breakthroughs Speaker, March 2020.
6. Academy of Science Talk, July 2019.
7. Vanderbilt Mechanical Engineering EAC Meeting, April, 2017.
8. Ritenour High School, February 2017.
9. Educational Testing Services, June, 2016.
10. NSF Next Generation STEM Learning for All Forum, November, 2015.
11. Society of Elementary Professional Awardees of Math and Science Meeting, March, 2015.
12. Saint Louis University, Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, February, 2015.
13. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Focus on Faculty Series, November, 2013.
14. CIRTL Online Coffee Hour Series, November, 2013.
15. Vanderbilt University External Advisory Committee Meeting, Nashville, TN, April, 2013.
16. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Urbana, IL April, 2013.
17. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Edwardsville, IL, March, 2013.
18. Purdue University, Department of Engineering Education, West Lafayette, IN, March, 2013.
19. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Terre Haute, IN, March, 2013.
20. Middle Tennessee State University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mufreesboro, TN, March, 2013.
21. Washington University in St. Louis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, St. Louis, MO, February, 2013.
22. Bradley University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Peoria, IL, February, 2013.
23. Valparaiso University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Valparaiso, IN, February, 2013.
24. Tennessee Technological University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Cookeville, TN, February, 2013.
25. U.S. Naval Academy, Department of Weapons and Systems Engineering, Annapolis, MD, February, 2013.
26. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Department of Engineering Education, Blacksburg, VA, February, 2013.
Advisement and Mentoring
Research Scientist
Dr. Jen Tennison (Lab Manager)
Doctoral Students
Namrata Roy, Ph.D. expected 2028
Nicolas Prudencio Rojas, Ph.D. expected 2026
Wilfredo Robinson, Ph.D. expected 2025
Akash Vidyadharan, Ph.D. expected 2025
Maya Dunlap, Ph.D. expected 2024 (SLU Diversity Fellowship)
Scott Lambert, Ph.D. “Smart Haptic Tangibles for Kinesthetic Exploration of Mathematics Topics in STEM Learning,” 2024.
Bryan MacGavin, Ph.D. “Wearable Haptic Devices as Facilitators in Inclusive Communication and Education,” 2024.
Spondita Goswami, Ph.D. in Psychology, 2023, Project Advisor
Jen Tennison, Ph.D. “Haptics as a Faciliator for Digital, Accessible, Educational Visual Experiences,” 2021 (NSF GRFP Recipient, CADRE Fellow, SLU Diversity Fellowship)
Michael Hahn, Ph.D. in Psychology, Project Advisor
Masters Students
Jake Little, M.S., expected 2026.
Colton Doherty, M.S. “Desgin and Evaluation of Additive Manufactured Enclosures for League Stan dard Pucks in Blind Ice Hockey,” 2024. BLIND ICE HOCKEY
Josh Adams, M.S. “Additive manufacturing techniques and methodologies for vibrotactile wearable devices,” 2023.
William Benson, M.S. “Design and Testing of Expressive Gesturing to Expand the Social Connection Capabilities of Telerobots,” 2021
John Pasquesi, M.S. (CS), “Investigating the Spectrum of Haptic Communication: From Wearable Haptic Interfaces to Vibration-Defined Networking,” M.S. 2021
Nnaoma Agwu, “Design and Validation of a Port Delivery System for Neurosurgical Procedures,” M.S. 2021
Triston Cooper, “Hockey for the Blind: An Analysis of Auditory Profiles and Their Implementation,” M.S. 2020
Kyle Deprow, M.S. expected 2019, ABT
James Slack, “Design of a Lightweight, Ergonomic Manipulator for Enabling Expressive Gesturing in Telepresence Robots,” M.S. 2018
Trevor Smith, “Assessing the Efficacy of a Hybrid Variable Friction Touchscreen Using Electrovibration and Ultrasonic Friction Modulation,” M.S. 2017
Nathan Pelate, M.S. 2016 (Project-Based M.S.)
Karl Katumu, “Toward Localized Tactile Effects on Variable Friction Touchscreens Through Modal Superposition,” M.S. 2015
Mahmood Rezapour, “Design of a Steerable Guide for Laser Interstitital Thermal Therapy of Brain Tumors,” M.S. 2015
Clayton Graves, M.S. 2015 (Project-Based M.S.)
Frank Nwamu, M.S. 2014 (Project-Based M.S.)
Undergraduate Students
Peter Ndungu Mwaura, 2024 - Present (SURGE)
Irmak Gokcen, 2024 - Present
Jillian Jackson, 2024 - Present
Adish Pawar, 2023 - Present
Medhani Khalel, 2023 - Present (REU)
Clayton Stout, 2023 - 2024
Grace Yost, 2023 - 2024
Jake Little, 2022 - 2024 (SURGE)
Seyoon Choi, 2020 - 2024 (REU)
Chloe Hershenow, 2021-2022 (REU)
Elizabeth Redle, 2021-2022
Jaeden Sizemore, 2021-2022 (REU)
Emily Maxwell, 2020 - 2021 (REU)
Maggi Richard, 2019 - 2021 (REU)
Evan Capelle, 2019 - 2021 (REU)
Jeremiah Kirsh, 2019 - 2021
Annalise Hilker, 2019 - 2020
Marco Agudelo, 2019 - 2020
Sarah Silverberg (REU), 2018 - 2019
Ricardo Albacete, Rit Gofwen, Zachary Carill (REU) 2017-2019
Emma Leone, T. J. Williams, Iliana Watson (REU), 2018
Maureen, Berglind, Elliot Boerding, Katilin Gallatin, Abbey Jones, 2017
Andrew Zeiss, Joseph O’Neill, 2016
Rachit Parikh, Robert Romine, 2015
Kyle Deprow (SIUE URCA), Taylor Michel (SIUE URCA), Joshua Santarelli (SIUE URCA), 2015 Benjamin Cook (SIUE URCA), Stephanie Veile, 2014
Alan DelBene, 2013
Syed Syed Abdul Hamid, 2012
Stephen Malanoski, 2010
David Gostin, 2009
Xavier Waller, 2009
Additional Mentoring
ILEX Honors Program Student Mentor, 2021
ACM ASSETS Student Mentor, 2019
Computer Science Senior Design Team Mentor, 2018
Project Interface Mentor (High School Student), 2017
MedLaunch Team Advisor, 2016
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Mentor, 2016
Undergraduate Research and Creative Arts Program Mentor, 2014-2015
Mechanical Engineering Senior Design Team Judge, 2013-2015
Mini Baja Team, 2013-Present
Meridian Scholar Mentor, 2013-Present
Honors Scholar Mentor, 2013-Present
Computer Science Senior Design Team, 2013-2014
High School Teachers - Research Experience for Teachers Program
Mike Kiser, 2011 and 2009
James Donnelly, 2010
Gabriel Sterling, 2010
Non-Advisee Thesis Committees
2019: Jakeh Orr (Ph.D., BME)
2019: Jacob Chapin (M.S., BME)
2017: Ye Bai (M.S. - ME)
2014: Salar Ehsani (M.S. - IME)
2013: Xie Zheng (M.S. - ME)
Teaching Experience and Curriculum Development
Undergraduate Courses
Mechatronics (SLU) This course covers the basics of multidisciplinary field that combines electronics, mechanical design and simulation, control system. It talks about simulation and design of systems with sensors, controllers, and actuators. It provides mechanical engineering students with advanced perspectives on the integrated design and operation of mechanical systems with electronic controls. Fall 2018 (32 students).
Linear Vibrations (SLU) This course is a study about oscillatory motion of elastic bodies with and without damping. It explores free and forced vibration of linear dynamic systems with single degree of freedom as well as multi degrees of freedom. An emphasis is given to modeling of dynamic system and to determine transfer function as well as system response. Properties of eigen-values, eigen-vectors, Lagrange method, and vibration of continuous systems are also included in the course. Spring 2021 (22 students), Fall 2017 (32 students).
Introduction to Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering (SLU) Introduce aerospace and mechanical engineering to first year students. Through hands-on activities, students will learn the basics of engi neering design and entrepreneurship. Working in teams, students will build aerospace and mechanical systems, practice entrepreneurial thinking, and develop the personal and professional skills needed to engage in lifelong learning. Spring 2021 (20 students); Spring 2020 (22 students); Spring 2019 (16 students); Spring 2018 (25 students); Spring 2017 (22 students).
Dynamics (SLU/SIUE) Differentiation and rotation of vector valued functions; dynamics of particles; Newton’s laws, momentum and energy; relative motion; and dynamics of rigid body planar motion. Saint Louis University: Spring 2020 (1 section), Enrollment: 21 students; Spring 2019 (1 section), 39 students; Spring 2018 (1 section), 31 students; Spring 2017 (1 section), 32 students; Spring 2016 (1 section), 20 students; Fall 2015 (1 section), 32 students; Southern Illinois University EdwardsvilleSpring 2015 (1 section), 39 students; Spring 2014 (2 sections), 93 students.
Dynamic Systems Modeling (SIUE) Modeling and analysis of damped and un-damped, forced and free vibrations in single and multiple degree-of-freedom linear dynamical systems. Laplace transformation; transfer functions. Modeling of dynamic systems involving mechanical, electrical, fluid and thermal components. State space description. Computer simulations. Frequency response and bode plot. Fall 2013, 38 students.
Numerical Simulation (SIUE) Introduction to Matlab and Simulink. Numerical solutions of algebraic and differential equations; Programming and simulation. Spring 2015, 37 students; Fall 2014, 42 students, Spring 2014, 24 students.
Engineering Problem Solving (SIUE) Fundamental steps of problem definition, formulation, and solu tion approaches universal in all engineering disciplines. Basic skills of reasoning and logic. Case studies and small projects. Co-taught with 3 other instructors from Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Fall 2014 (4 rotating sections), 25 Students/section
Introduction to Robotics (TA) Forward kinematics, inverse kinematics, dynamics, and control of robotic manipulators. Also, coverage of more advanced topics such as trajectory generation, mobile robots, motion planning, and medical robotics, among others. Vanderbilt University: Fall 2012. Enrollment 27 students (graduate and undergraduate).
System Dynamics (TA) Modeling and analysis of damped and un-damped, forced and free vibrations in single and multiple degree-of-freedom linear dynamical systems. Introduction to stability and control of linear dynamical systems. Implemented a new set of labs incorporating the Haptic Paddle. Vanderbilt University: Fall 2008, 63 students. Fall 2009, 65 students. Fall 2010, 71 students. Fall 2011, 74 students.
Introduction to Engineering (TA) Fundamental steps of problem definition, formulation, and solution approaches universal in all engineering disciplines. Basic skills of reasoning and logic. Case studies and small projects. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: Spring 2008, Approximately 40 students.
Graduate Courses
Social-Physical Human Robotic Interaction (SLU) Social robots are designed to interact with people in a natural, interpersonal manner in diverse applications such as education, health, entertainment, communication, and tasks requiring collaborative teamwork. This course covers the building blocks of social robotics addressing both the physical (mechanical) embodiment and control (software) aspects of design and implementation of a social robot. Saint Louis University: Fall 2019 (1 section/cross-listed at SIUE), Enrollment: 19 students (3 of whom were SIUE students)
Independent Study: Outcomes-Based Teaching in Mechatronics (SLU) Experiential teaching pedagogies in mechatronics education. The formulation of outcomes, assessment instruments, and course content for an introductory mechatronics course centered around using Arduinos to develop smart systems. Practical hands-on teaching and course development experiment for future faculty preparation. Saint Louis University: Spring 2019 (1 section), Enrollment: 1 student
Independent Study: Multi-Touch Haptic Touchscreens Interfaces (SLU) Methods of making multi-touch possible in touchscreens driven by both electrostatic and ultrasonic actuation. Research and experimentation to create multi-touch on touchscreen surfaces with differentiated user feedback across multiple touch points. Saint Louis University: Spring 2016 (1 section), Enrollment: 1 student
K-12 Teaching
Substitute Math Teacher Substitute teacher for high-school level math courses, including pre-calculus and calculus, at an all-girls school in Nashville, TN. Harpeth Hall School, 2012.
Professional Development
ASEE Research Leadership Institute A training workshop for Associate Deans of Reserach and Grad uate Education. American Society of Engineering Education, 2024.
NSF Convergence Accelerator Innovation Curriculum A training series on use-inspired research, storytelling, and team science to support innovation and translation of academic research. National Science Foundation, 2023.
ASEE Inclusive Classroom Webinar Series A training series on promotion inclusion with university classrooms. Saint Louis University, 2019.
SLU Flipped Classroom Workshop A training workshop on flipping classrooms in STEM environments. Saint Louis University, 2018.
SLU NSF CAREER Writing Workshop A training workshop on the ins and outs of preparing a CAREER proposal to NSF. Saint Louis University, 2016.
SLU Teaching Winter Institute A training workshop on “Thinking Critically and Creatively about Teaching.” Saint Louis University, 2016.
NSF I-Corps L A training grant for academic researchers to develop entrepreneurial skillsets. National Science Foundation, 2015.
SIUE STEM Subject Matter Expert (SME) Responsible for staying up to date on current STEM activities on and off campus and for attending regular training and workshops on professional devel opment activities. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2013.
SIUE Grant Writing Workshop 2-day series of grant writing workshops focusing specifically on NSF and NIH. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2013.
SIUE Office of Academic Innovation and Effectiveness Workshop Attended a workshop entitled “Assigning the Dreaded Group Project” focusing on the use of CATME as an online group project software management program. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 2013.
Frontiers of Engineering Education Symposium Selected to attend the symposium based on my research and teaching efforts on the design of haptic devices and their associated curriculum for engi neering education. National Academy of Engineering, 2013.
How to Engineer Engineering Education Workshop Annual workshop where engineering and science faculty learn to enhance their teaching by writing clear instructional objectives, using active, coopera tive, and problem-based learning, teaching teamwork and problem solving skills, and assessing learning outcomes. Bucknell University, 2012.
Vanderbilt Teaching Certificate Program A teaching certificate program, which includes three cycles of inquiry, experimentation, and reflection. Observed and received feedback on my teaching from center for teaching personnel, participated in several workshops and small group discussions, and attended GradSTEP, a day-long professional development event for future faculty members. Selected to be a panel member for a Scholarship on Teaching and Learning workshop session. Vanderbilt UniversityCenter for Teaching, 2010-2012.
Prep for Teaching Course Elective, semester-long course at Vanderbilt, exploring active learning tech niques, course design and development, leveraging diversity in the classroom, and designing formal and summative assessments. Vanderbilt University, 2009.
Vanderbilt Teaching as Research Fellow Awarded this fellowship for redesigning laboratory modules for the undergraduate System Dynamics lab curriculum to include a haptic device, called the haptic paddle and for assessing student learning throughout the lab sessions and the semester. Vanderbilt University, 2008-2009.
Professional Service
Board Participation
2024- Present: St. Louis Science Center Board Member
2020-2022: SIUE NSF ADVANCE Grant Advisory Board (Advisory Board Member) 2018-2022: St. Louis Lighthouse for the Blind (Board Member)
2016-2018: Future of Mechatronics and Robotics Education (FoMRE) (Advisory Board Member)
Review Committees
NSF Proposal Review Panelist for numerous programs
Editorial Roles, Conference Organization Commitee, Sessions Chaired, and Other Contribu tions
IEEE Transactions on Haptics, Guest Editor, Special Issue on the 2024 IEEE HAPTICS Symposium, 2024
IEEE Haptics Symposium, Organization Committee, Social Activities Chair, 2020
ACM ASSETS Conference, Student Mentor, 2019
IEEE Haptics Symposium, Organization Committee, Registration Chair, Session Chair 2018 WorldHaptics Workshop on Haptics in Education, Speaker, June 2017.
ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference, Advances in Medical Devices 4 Session, 2016 American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE) Mechanical Engineering Division Session, 2012
Professional Memberships
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE)
Technical Reviews
IEEE Transactions on Robotics
IEEE Transactions on Haptics
IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering
ASME Journal of Dynamic Systems, Measurement, and Control
Journal of Engineering Entrepreneurship
IET Control Theory and Applications
Robotica
Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness
ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings
ASME Design of Medical Devices Conference (DMD)
IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA)
IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS)
Eurohaptics Conference
IEEE WorldHaptics Conference
IEEE Virtual Reality (VR)
Workshop and Advisory Committee Participation
NSF-sponsored HCR (Human-Computer Relationships) Convening, Hosted in Boulder, May 2023. NSF-sponsored HCR (Human-Computer Relationships) Convening, Hosted in St. Louis, July 2022.
NSF-sponsored Convening on Standards and Guidelines in STEM for individuals with visual impair ments, May 2021.
Human Computer Relationships (HCR) Convening, January 2020.
Coalition for the National Science Foundation (CNSF), April 2019.
National Federation of the Blind Tactile Graphics in Education and Careers, October 2018. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Entrpreneurship Panel, February 2018.
Vanderbilt Mechanical Engineering External Advisory Committee, April 2016.
SLU Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Industry Advisory Board Meeting, March 2016. Vanderbilt Institute in Surgery and Engineering, Entrepreneurship Workshop, December 2015. NSF Next Generation STEM Learning for All Forum, November 9, 2015.
NSF I-Corps L Kickoff & Closing Workshops, NSF, Washington DC, July 7-10 + 6 weeks of online webinars, Teaching Team Observer.
NSF I-Corps L Kickoff & Closing Workshops, NSF, San Francisco, CA, January 7-10, 2015 and February 26-27, 2015 .
NSF-sponsored PEER Collaborative Workshop, ASEE, Atlanta, GA, June 27, 2013. MathWorks Curriculum Workshop, ASEE, Atlanta, GA, June 23, 2013.
MathWorks Curriculum Workshop, ASEE, San Antonio, TX, June 9, 2012.
MathWorks Curriculum Workshop, ASEE, Vancouver, CA, June 25, 2011.
Workshop on Meso-Scale Robotics for Medical Interventions, ICRA, Anchorage, AK, May 3, 2010.
University Service
Provost Search Committee, 2020-2021
SLU & Parks Commencement Marshall (2019-Present)
SLUStart Team Mentor and Administrative PI (when needed) (2018-Present)
SLU NSF I-Corps Site Proposal, 2017-2018
SLU Graduate Research Symposium Judge (2017)
SIUE STEM Subject Matter Expert/Thought Leader (2015)
SIUE ART Grant Review Panel (2015)
SIUE STEP Grant Review Panel (2014)
SIUE Meridian Scholars Day Interviewer (2014)
SIUE ENGTEC Focus Group (2013-Present)
College Service
SLU Parks College Faculty Search Chair, 2021
SLU Parks College Dean’s Review Committee, 2020
SLU Parks College Autonomous Systems Program Committee, 2019-Present
SLU Parks College Robotics Committee, 2018-Present
SLU Parks College Scholarship Committee, 2018-2020
SLU Parks College Technology Committee, 2016-2018
SIUE Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering Degree Program - Lead role in developing this new program (2013-2015)
SIUE School of Engineering Scholarship Committee (2014, 2015)
SIUE Industrial Engineering Faculty Search Committee (2014)
SIUE SWE Graduate School Panel Member (2014)
SIUE FE Prepratory Session: Dynamics (2014)
Department/Program Service
SLU Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Committee (2018-Present)
SLU Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Faculty Search Committee (2015-2016) SIUE Mechanical Engineering Faculty Search Committee (2015)
SIUE Department of Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Committee (2014, 2015) SIUE Academic Excellence Day Presenter (2014)
SIUE Department of Mechanical Engineering Mini Baja Team Mentor (2013-Present) SIUE Meridian Scholar Mentor (2013-Present)
SIUE Honors Scholar Mentor (2013-Present)
SIUE ME Senior Design Judge (2013-Present)
PERSONAL DATA
Citizenship: United States
Contact Information:
Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
School of Science and Engineering
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO 63103
Cell Phone: 618-363-2323
Office Phone: 314-977-8185
Email: [email protected]
Web Page: CHROME Laboratory
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