Professor Ryan’s research and educational interests include developing and teaching courses in the energy field, and directing the UIC Master of Energy Engineering Program, as well as teaching for the UIC Honors College. His industrial educational activities include the GTI Gas Industry Educational Webinar Series, Chartered Industrial Gas Consultant Program, and the Certified Gas Transmission Professional Series. Professor Ryan’s recent major accomplishments include developing original courses and texts for a High Efficiency Buildings course, and a Renewable and Emerging Power Generation course