Dirk Norman is an experienced IT professional with a strong background in network systems and security. Currently serving as the Information Services Director at the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center since May 2017, Dirk has previously held leadership roles, including Director of Information Technology at the Wisconsin Energy Institute and IT Operations Manager at the same research center. With an extensive history at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dirk managed network systems and security for over five years. Dirk's early career includes a role as Network Administrator at Torcom, where responsibilities included system setup and server configuration. Dirk holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an Associate degree in Computer Information Systems-Network Specialist from Madison Area Technical College.
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC)
The mission of the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC) is grand, but simply stated: to perform the basic research that generates technology to convert cellulosic biomass to ethanol and other advanced biofuels. The GLBRC is led by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with Michigan State University as a major partner, and is one of three bioenergy research centers established in 2007 by the U.S. Department of Energy. With over 400 scientists, students and staff representing a wide array of disciplines from microbiology to economics and engineering, the Center's collaborative spirit illustrates how cooperation among academic, federal and private sector researchers can generate an entity that is greater than the sum of its parts. We are working to meet the nation’s need for a comprehensive suite of clean energy technologies, including next generation and drop-in fuels that can be used by today’s engines. The GLBRC's research supports the development of a robust pipeline from biomass production through pretreatment and final conversion to fuel, with sustainability providing a unifying theme. In addition to basic research and industry engagement, the GLBRC has a strong Education and Outreach program that informs the public on cellulosic biofuels, supports development of workforce activities for a new economic sector, and trains tomorrow’s biofuel leaders while we solve today’s technical challenges.