Hey, I'm Allen!

I'm an older graduate student who is about to finish his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (if they don't kick me out first!). I usually don't have too hard a time meeting new people, and they seem to enjoy me being around. Not a party animal, and not too much of a stick in the mud. I'd prefer a good book and a good scotch to a mixed drink in a bar, but I can see the value in both.

Research is in polymers and materials science. I am a motorcycle rider, dabble in guitar (as much as the next guy), and am full of strange facts (thanks Internets!).

Please feel free to get in touch anytime!