IPrime Director

Professor,
Chemical Engineering and Materials Science

304 Amundson Hall
(612) 625-0092
macosko@umn.edu

Macosko Group Research

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A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with an M.S. MOT (Management of Technology) from the University of Minnesota, Bob has extensive experience in industries central to many IPrime companies. He has over 20 years of industrial, technical, and management experience from Bostik Findley (Atofina) and Brady Corporation, where he focused on new product development and applied research in polymers, adhesives, coatings, films and printing systems. Bob's background is very helpful as we continue our commitment to enhancing the IPrime membership experience. He is responsible for building solid connections with member companies to facilitate research collaborations with the University of Minnesota.

A graduate of the University of Minnesota, with an MPA (Master of Public Affairs) from the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute at the University of Minnesota, with a concentration in economic and community development. Since 2005, Lisa has managed a (NSF) nanotechnology grant in the Institute of Technology at the University of Minnesota while completing her master's degree. She also has extensive experience in industry account management, and customer service to many Minnesota and national companies. Prior to 2005, she worked over 20 years in travel management with Navigant International (Carlson) where she focused on the overall travel needs of corporate clients, including the implementation of new technology, procurement, and travel policy management. Lisa's combination of University and industry experience provides skills and understanding to improve the IPrime membership experience.