Dr. Enrique Alvarez Vazquez is an assistant professor in the biomedical engineering program at the University of North Dakota (UND). With a rich educational background, Dr. Alvarez Vazquez holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from North Dakota State University (NDSU), an MS in Telecommunications Engineering from Universidad Politecnica de Madrid, an MS in Electrical Engineering from NDSU, and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from NDSU. He has also earned graduate certificates in Software Engineering and College Teaching from NDSU. Before joining UND, Dr. Alvarez Vazquez worked as a computer systems engineer at the Center for Visual and Cognitive Neuroscience (CVCN), where he contributed to a range of projects at the intersection of biomedical engineering and computational systems. His research has covered diverse topics, including digital/analog communications, embedded systems, and computer programming. He has developed specialized systems, such as vibrotactile and electrodermal stimulation devices, and platforms for vestibular stimulation research. His recent focus includes health informatics and software engineering. Passionate about engineering education, Dr. Alvarez Vazquez is dedicated to advancing both his field and the next generation of engineers.