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More About Our Team

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​​Prof. Laszlo Bardoczi

Founder & CEO, Professor of Physics at the University of California
 

  • László Bardóczi, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of California, Irvine, specializing in plasma physics.

  • His research focuses on thermonuclear fusion energy science.

  • Prior to UCI, he was a scientist at General Atomics, and he holds a Ph.D. from UCLA, alongside BSc & MSc degrees from Budapest University of Technology and Economics.

  • Dr. Bardóczi is a recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the Simonyi Károly Award and the Torkil Jensen Award, and is a respected author in top physics journals.

  • At UCI, he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses, mentors students, and actively contributes to the scientific community through physics journal refereeing and international collaborations.

​​“I believe that every student deserves a chance to fall in love with science the way I did; through wonder and stories, with curiosity sparked and support that says: you belong here.”

​​Andrea Bardoczi

Director of Operations 
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  • U.S. Navy veteran, data analyst, and dedicated community leader. Passionate about using emerging technology to inspire, educate, and connect people of all ages.

  • After serving honorably in the military, today, she serves as a Data Analyst for the Department of the Navy and leads efforts to expand access to transformative technologies.

  • With a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz and a passion for both data and human experience, she brings a unique lens to community tech education. Drawing on her leadership experience from the Navy and a deep commitment to service, she believes technology should empower, not overwhelm, people.

  • She continues to explore new ways to use immersive tools like VR to build stronger, more connected communities, one meaningful experience at a time.

"In a world where technology evolves rapidly and school acceptance rates grow more competitive each year, strategic use of virtual reality can give learners a powerful edge. VR isn't just entertainment, it's empowerment."

Tony Hwang, Ed.D

Senior Education Advisor

  • Dr. Hwang is a seasoned higher education leader with over 25 years of experience in the University of California system. He has built a career on dual competencies: deep operational expertise in enrollment strategy and student affairs, and a specialized focus on applying emerging technologies (XR/AI) in academic settings.

  • Specializes in the application of immersive technologies (VR/AR) and AI to enhance student engagement and institutional operations.

  • Previous leadership roles include Executive Director of Enrollment Management, Director of Systems and Operations of Undergraduate Admissions, and Director of Upward Bound at UCI, with a focus on serving diverse student populations.

"If we teach today’s students as we taught yesterday’s, we rob them of tomorrow." — John Dewey

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Charles Cruz

Director of International Relations
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  • Agile Program Manager Executive with 22+ years of experience leading digital transformations for Fortune 500 giants including Apple, Boeing, Uber, and Goldman Sachs.

  • Holds dual Master’s degrees (MS in Global Supply Chain and MBA) from USC and University of Phoenix, maintaining a 3.8 GPA.

  • Expert in SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban, with a proven track record of managing complex migrations (SAP S/4 HANA, Oracle Cloud) and AI-powered product development.

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt who consistently delivers a 15%–30% improvement in ROI and delivery timelines through process optimization and waste elimination.

  • Currently reporting to the CEO at Stanbridge University, overseeing the integration of offshore development pods and modernizing LMS systems to exceed a 100-point sprint velocity.

"I’m passionate about delivering strategic results, driving innovation, and building strong relationships across business and technical stakeholders."

Inga Chilingaryan

Biology Subject Matter Expert
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  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UCI School of Social Sciences

  • Research Assistant in Dr. Emily Grossman's Visual Perception and Neuro-Imaging Lab as a trained operator of the Eyelink II eye-tracker device collecting and analyzing eye gaze data in relation to human Theory of Mind ability

  • President of Armenian Pre-Health Society at UCI from 2023-2025

  • Volunteer and trained NICCU Cuddler at Children's Hospital Los Angeles

"First wonder goes deepest; wonder after that fits in the impression made by the first."

Sophia Shao

Biology Subject Matter Expert
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  • Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology with a Minor in Sociology from the UCI School of Biological Sciences

  • Research Assistant in Dr. Olivia Chang’s Women’s Health Lab and Dr. Suellen Hopfer’s Health Communications Lab, developing patient-centered tools to enhance healthcare education and informed decision-making

  • Mentorship Director for Research Outreach at UCI, leading a program using peer mentorship to connect undergraduates with research

  • Learning Assistant for Introductory Physics, Volunteer Educator for Save Our Youth and a self-started Health Education Initiative

"There is the anxiety generated by changing, and the disappointment attendant to not changing."

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