Meet the Group

Technical Advisors

John H. Speidel

Professor John Speidel has both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in chemical engineering. He has spent most of his career working and managing process design and engineering. He has particular experience in flow sheet development, heat and material balances, and equipment and process safety analyses, and specializes in distillation, filtration, and extraction. He now splits his time between his position as chief consultant at Speidel Solutions and as a teaching professor at Drexel University, and enjoys music and golf in his free time.

speidel@drexel.edu

Long Nguyen

Long Nguyen is currently working towards a PhD in civil engineering. He has completed a Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering and a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Drexel University. In the past he has worked as an engineer at both Sunoco Inc. and HNTB Corporation. His current research interests center around the life cycle assessment and cost of polymeric nanocomposite materials. In a broader scope, he cares about the environment and enjoys designing bridges, buildings, and highways.

lkn25@drexel.edu

Group Members

Alec Carlson

Hello I am Alec (a rough one to photograph, admit-ably). I am from a shoreline town in Connecticut and have always had a passion for Mathematics and Engineering. Growing up my grandpa would tell me stories of his times at Pratt and Whitney and also how he and my father attended Lehigh, not at the same time of course. I am majoring in Business and Engineering because I have a passion for engineering and would also like to own a business like my father in the future.  

anc8464@drexel.edu

Tran Ly

I am currently majoring in Biomedical Engineering, with a concentration in Biomedical Devices and Imaging. I am working towards a Bachelor's and Master's in Biomedical Engineering. My ultimate career goal is to become a physician. I enjoy learning about science, especially Biology, and I hope to contribute to the growing industry of devices and technology in the medical environment.

tl633@drexel.edu

Matthew McConomy

I am currently a freshman enrolled at Drexel University. I am working towards a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in chemical engineering, as well as a minor in engineering management. I’ve always enjoyed science and engineering, but discovered an interest in business as well through work with several non-profit companies. In my free time I enjoy playing soccer and football in addition to spending time with friends and family. 
mwm64@drexel.edu

Shjon Powelczyk

I am a freshman at Drexel University. I am studying to get a Bachelor's and eventually a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. I chose an engineering major because I have always been good at math and science. I like to spend my free time building things with my best friend whom I hope to one day start an engineering firm with.

smp393@drexel.edu