Dr. Aris Alexoulis is a Senior Lecturer in Mechatronics at Manchester Metropolitan University. With a solid foundation in Robotics, he's expanded his expertise to Industrial Automation and Smart Manufacturing technologies. Dr. Alexoulis is committed to closing the skills gap in Industrial Automation through the Connected Curriculum initiative, partnering with Siemens, FESTO, and various academic institutions. He also supports businesses of all sizes in their digital transformation and leads the MSc Programme in Robotics and Automation, preparing students for the future of manufacturing and shaping the next generation of industry professionals.