Michael Smith trained as a chemical engineer.  He received his Ph.D. and MS from the University of Michigan and a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Delaware.  Michael has worked in the chemical industry for 30 years.  He is a university lecturer and is passionate about education.  He inspires to share his learning with others.  Michael is the author of over 35 technical journal articles.   He is past school board vice-president and secretary and STEM district chair for Scouts BSA.