Anticipating and riding the next big wave.Specialties: Sustainable hydroponic composites, biomimetics and self-assembling systems, material genomics, bioelectronics, and nano energy applications; Nanofabrication, innovation, and entrepreneurship; Educational outreach, formal and informal; Robust multi-property optimization strategies and tools; Brief bio-sketch: Dr. Herr began his career as a chemist, with an interest in oceanography and medicine. He recently joined the new Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN), in Greensboro NC, where he serves as professor and Nanoscience Department Chair. His twenty-seven years of experience in the semiconductor industry focused on catalyzing the new era of convergent technologies and nanomanufacturing. Current research interests include sustainable hydroponic composites, nanoenergy, bioelectronics, as well as the design and demonstration of useful self-assembled and biomimetic systems. Dan is an avid wood worker, fly fisherman, gardener, and family guy. He also composes classical country dances.