Dr. Chukwuzubelu Ufodike is an Assistant Professor and Charlotte and Walter Buchanan Faculty Fellow in the Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. He holds joint (courtesy) appointments in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Multidisciplinary Engineering, and the School of Engineering Medicine – EnMed, at Texas A&M University. With a diverse academic background spanning industrial and manufacturing engineering, materials engineering, and business administration, Dr. Ufodike stands at the forefront of innovation. He is the Director of the Digital Manufacturing and Distribution Lab (DMD-Lab) at the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES). His research group (Professor Ufodike Research Group – PURG) focuses on AI-Enhanced Adaptive Additive Manufacturing for Precision Engineering. His commitment extends beyond research; he is the visionary founder of "Blacks in Additive Manufacturing (BiAM)" and PrintLearn, exemplifying dedication to diversity and education. Dr. Ufodike's influence extends far beyond the academic realm, making him a distinguished figure shaping the future of additive manufacturing.