Dr. Joshua Boykin is a leading expert in advanced surface engineering and additive manufacturing, currently serving at REM Surface Engineering. He has a PhD in Chemistry from Clark University. He specializes in developing and optimizing post-processing techniques for metal additive manufacturing (AM) components, focusing on improving surface quality, mechanical properties, and overall performance. His research addresses critical challenges in AM, including surface-related defects and the enhancement of complex geometries, such as internal channels, using innovative chemical and mechanical polishing methods. Dr. Boykin's work has significant applications in industries such as aerospace and defense, contributing to advancements in manufacturing processes for high-performance, mission-critical components. He has also worked as a teaching professor at Paul Smith's College and a postdoctoral researcher at Sandia National Laboratories.