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Rob Gorbet is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo, specializing in interdisciplinary design and mechatronics. He is a formally trained electrical engineer and an award-winning teacher known for his innovative approaches to technology art. Rob's research primarily focuses on the design of actuators made from Shape Memory Alloys (SMA) and next-generation actuation systems for responsive architectural environments. His teaching includes courses on professional engineering, microcontrollers, robotics, and control systems. He is a key member of Gorbet Design, a consultancy that specializes in public interactive artworks and experiences, collaborating with designers, artists, and architects. His collaborative works have been exhibited across Europe and North America and have received international recognition, including the FEIDAD VIDA 11.0 prize, representing Canada at the 2010 Venice Architecture Biennale. Rob's contributions extend to major media features and he actively engages students in projects that integrate technology with art.
Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.