BIO: Bob is currently an Associate Professor/Extension Specialist in Application Technology at Kansas State University in the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Department. His appointment is split 80% Extension and 20% Research. He has been in this position for 11 years. Prior to that Bob was in a similar position which also included Pesticide Applicator Training responsibilities for 10 ½ years at the University of Illinois. Bob began his career as a Vocational Ag Teacher at Paris, IL, a position he held for 10 years. Bob’s main responsibility in his current job is to conduct an extension and research program in all areas of chemical/pesticide application with a particular emphasis on technology. He has a special interest in improving the efficiency of pest control applications to achieve maximum efficacy and minimize drift. Bob has concentrated his research program on evaluating nozzle technology for ground sprayers. He has also been very involved in working with the aerial application industry to improve the quality of applications made by agricultural aircraft.