Maciej Sydor is an Associate Professor at Poznań University of Life Sciences in Poland, specializing in teaching Computer-Aided Design and Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering in the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology. He earned his M.Eng. in Design Science from Zielona Góra University of Technology (now the University of Zielona Góra) in 2001, followed by a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Poznan University of Technology in 2005. In 2019, he obtained habilitation in Forestry Sciences from Poznań University of Life Sciences. Professor Sydor's scientific activities focus on wood materials, technology in the furniture sector, design studies, and ergonomics. He has an extensive track record, with six granted patents and two utility models. Additionally, he has authored four books and has contributed to over 180 articles and book chapters.