Regular biography
Dustyn P. Roberts is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania. His research interests include mechanical engineering and applied mechanics. Roberts can be contacted via email at dustyn.roberts@seas.upenn.edu, and his profile page is available at https://directory.seas.upenn.edu/dustyn-p-roberts/.
Scholar-generated biography
Dustyn Roberts, PE, PhD, is an engineering educator at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in engineering education. His research explores the intersection of pedagogy and technological innovation, focusing on how students engage with hands-on learning environments. Roberts investigates the impact of makerspaces and design studios on collaborative communication and student self-efficacy in team-based projects. His work also addresses disparities in self-confidence among students and the role of design experiences in fostering technical competence. Through interdisciplinary research, he bridges engineering education with robotics, biomechanics, and sustainable design, emphasizing practical applications in both academic and real-world contexts.