Michael Abbiatti
ORG ARE-ON
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BIO
Michael D. Abbiatti, Executive Director of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON) is an active proponent of innovation in teaching and learning. His current focus is linking regional optical networking with a dynamic set of core missions including an aggressive research agenda, a comprehensive academic agenda, support for current and future telemedicine/telehealth activities, and a far-reaching emergency preparedness agenda. His professional responsibilities historically have involved providing leadership and support for statewide technology initiatives in Higher Education with a focus on sustainable applications.