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who we are . . .
We are students at George Mason University who like to invent and we are working together with the George Mason community and the community abroad to develop new inventions. [mission statement] [goals]
what we do . . .
We conceive, develop, implement and market applicable inventions ideally that are beneficial to man, the economy and the environment. We offer opportunities for participants to learn the skills needed to invent successfully, the opportunity to work on inventions, and the opportunity for leadership development in establishing a successful inventor's laboratory and an innovation center. [current projects] [outreach]
what you can do . . .
You can gain experience in your major, develop entrepreneurial and engineering skills, learn how to invent efficiently and successfully, and create your own invention or help others with theirs. Visit our resources page to learn about some of the resources that can get you started.
To become a member, join us at our meetings and request to be added to our email list so we can keep you updated.
To join the SCI team by becoming an Officer or Executive Member, see what opportunities are available on the projects page and contact us to schedule an appointment to learn more.
[resources] [opportunities]
Current Officers
| President - Barnabas Mogan - bmogan@gmu.edu 703-978-4944 |
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| maintains SCI's vision, direction and progess, manages organization requirements, public relations |
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- enrolled in BS EE program
- EET Diploma & ISCET certification
- experience in EMC, metrology, and wireless networks
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| Vice President - Mukul Sonwalker |
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| manages operations, events and business development, assists President |
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- MS Computer Science
- BS Civil Engineering
- experience in GIS project consultantation and 3-D CAD modeling
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| Treasurer - Vidit Agarwal |
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| manages fiscal requirements, fiscal records, budget and funding requirements |
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- Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering
- enrolled in MSEE program
- experience in Networking Technical Support
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| Secretary - Johnny Bouder |
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| manages documentation of events and projects, records history |
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- enrolled in BS CS program
- US Marine deployed as Combat Engineer to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
- experience in Java and Python prgramming
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| Vice President of Technology / SA Liaison - Rehan Mahmood |
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| manages technical logistics and provides Microsoft Technology Solutions |
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- Enrolled in BS Computer Engineering
- Microsoft Student Partner
- Stanford Graduate School of Business SIGM 06' Alum
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| Director, Public Relations - Tony Abbott |
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| directs SCI's operations, manages projects, serves as public and business liaison |
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- BS Mechanical Engineering
- experience in digital hardware and programming
- experience in 3-D CAD modelling
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| Entrepreneur Liaison - Robert Labardee |
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| interdisciplinary liaison facilitating entrepreneurship by promoting cross-cooperation among student groups, faculty and field experts with the end goal of achieving George Mason University’s innovative vision |
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- Enrolled in BS Economics program at GMU / participant of GMU Oxford Honors Program
- founder and operator of an automotive product development and internet retail business
- experience in: consumer electronics industry - system design, programming and installation; airborne electronic countermeasure analysis and repair; avionic maintenance quality assurance inspector and operations supervisor
- US Marine deployed to support operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, numerous medals and awards
- Graduated 1st in class from NAS Pensacola Avionics Technician I-Strand and NAS Oceana EA Suite Avionics School
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| Faculty Advisors
Tomasz Arciszewski, Ph.D.
At George Mason University, Tomasz Arciszewski teaches courses in structural engineering, on Design and Inventive Engineering, and on decision making. Presently, his research is focused on computational creativity in engineering and on evolutionary designing, including design for blast. He is also working on a reform of civil engineering education.
Tomasz Arciszewski has more than 130 publications, including book chapters, journal papers, and conference proceedings papers. Recently, he published, as guest editor, the Special Issue of the Journal of Technological Forecasting and Social Change, entitled "Innovation: the Key to Progress in Technology and Society." He is also on the editorial boards of two journals, including the Journal of Technological Forecasting and Social Change and the Journal of Automation in Construction, both published by Elsevier.
Dr. Peter W. Pachowicz, Ph. D.
In 1989, he joined Computer Science Department of George Mason University as a Visiting Assistant Professor. Beginning 1990 he was an Assistant Professor, and in 1992 he moved to the Systems Engineering Department to reflect his inter-disciplinary research interests. He received tenure and Associate Professor position in 1995. He with his students won the 1st Price in the 'Learning and Technology' competition evaluated and granted by the industry. In 1998 he moved to the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.
His research expertise includes machine vision/perception, intelligent systems engineering, hybrid systems engineering, automatic target recognition, SAR data analysis, decision support systems, machine learning for engineering problems, evolving self-adaptive systems, knowledge-based systems, autonomous agents, data and decision fusion, information systems, simulation and modeling, intelligent robotics, and applied research. His research has been sponsored by DARPA, BMDO, AFOSR, NSF, NIMA, OSD, and local industry.
He published over 60 papers in the area of his interests. He serves as a referee for professional journals and publishers, and serves as an editor to Machine Vision and Graphics Journal.
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NEWS:
SCI was interviewed by Patriot Entrepreneur Newsletter. The Patriot Entrepreneur is an on-line newsletter designed to keep you informed of the many ongoing activities at George Mason University that encourage and contribute to the growth of entrepreneurship and economic development in Virginia. In the interview you can learn what started SCI, our immediate goals, and plans for the future... [read more ...]
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