Dr. Babak Eslami is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Widener University. His research focuses on the intersection of Atomic Force Microscopy and Additive Manufacturing, with applications in advanced materials characterization and manufacturing process optimization. He has received funding from the Pennsylvania Manufacturing Innovation Program and collaborates closely with industry partners on projects related to polymer 3D printing and material performance analysis. Dr. Eslami is passionate about integrating experiential learning into engineering education and fostering industry-academia partnerships to advance technological innovation.