The focus of his research is to first provide a better fundamental understanding of advanced combustion concepts, and second, use this new understanding to propose solutions to their challenges, thereby bridging the gap between academic research and commercial applications. Dr. Lawler’s formal training is as an experimental engine combustion researcher, with some expertise in vehicle drive cycle simulations; however, his research group at Stony Brook University has the full spectrum of capabilities including experimental testing, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling, system-level engine and vehicle modeling, and thermodynamic modeling. Before joining Stony Brook University, he received his Masters and Doctorate from the University of Michigan and was a postdoctoral researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.