USDA · AI + AR
BugQuest AR
A gamified mobile platform blending augmented reality and AI-assisted pest recognition for invasive-species awareness and field learning.
ENGINEERING EDUCATOR · RESEARCHER · INNOVATOR
Michael Ulan
Genialovich Dakeev
Building AI and augmented-reality experiences that connect university research, workforce education, and real-world engineering.
$2.7M+Awarded research funding
21NCCER craft areas
SELECTED WORK
Technology with a
human purpose.
USDA · Public education
AR Mobile Station
Seven deployable, offline-first augmented-reality stations bringing invasive-pest education into schools and public learning environments.
Engineering education
AI-Enabled Learning
Research at the intersection of immersive technology, engineering workforce preparation, experiential learning, and evidence-based course design.
SELECTED SCHOLARSHIP
Research made to be used.
Selected work in immersive engineering education, augmented reality, virtual reality, and applied technology.
Download complete CV ↓Enhancing Public Awareness of Invasive Species Through an AR-Enabled Dodecahedron
IJERI / Preprint
Performance Assessment of Haptic Gloves in VR Training Applications
IEOM North American Conference
A Feasibility Study of Spatial Cognition Assessment in Virtual Reality for CAD Students
ASEE Annual Conference
Development of Virtual Reality Robotics Laboratory Simulation
ASEE Zone IV Conference
Augmented Reality Computer-Aided Design Education (ARCADE) Tool
ASEE Annual Conference
Innovative Augmented Reality Application for Hazard Communication Pictograms
International Journal of Engineering Research and Innovation
EDUCATION × RESEARCH × LEADERSHIP
Creating a larger platform for engineering impact.
Dr. Dakeev leads engineering design technology at Sam Houston State University, integrating emerging technology, accreditation, program development, and student-centered research.
His work spans AI, AR/VR, manufacturing, renewable energy, invasive-species education, and international collaboration—turning ambitious ideas into tools people can use.
TEDx TALK · IMMERSIVE EDUCATION
Ideas worth experiencing.
Dr. Dakeev shares a vision for immersive education and how emerging technologies can transform the way students learn, practice, and prepare for the future.
Watch on YouTube ↗INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION · KYRGYZSTAN
Learning without borders.
At the 2026 SCO Young Scientists Camp in Kyrgyzstan, Dr. Dakeev coordinated the Renewable Energy stream and mentored international students through hands-on engineering, prototyping, experimentation, and teamwork.
NEWS & MEDIA
Stories from the journey.
Selected profiles and news coverage about engineering education, research, international mentorship, and a career spanning Kyrgyzstan and the United States.
Instagram
Interview with Michael Ulan Genialovich Dakeev
A recorded interview featuring Dr. Dakeev, available as an Instagram Reel.
Read original article ↗Student Essay · Scribd
Улан Дакеев жана анын заманбап технологияларды өнүктүрүүгө кошкон салымы
A Kyrgyz-language school essay about Dr. Dakeev’s life and contributions to AR/VR, engineering education, and emerging technologies.
Read original article ↗24.kg
От John Deere до NASA. Как парень из Тюпа построил научную карьеру в США
A career profile tracing the journey from Tyup and John Deere to engineering education and NASA-related research.
Read original article ↗Osh Technological University · Facebook
ОшТУ менен Sam Houston State University ортосунда кызматташтык мүмкүнчүлүктөрү талкууланды
OshTU’s official coverage of discussions on collaboration opportunities with Sam Houston State University.
Read original article ↗Kyrgyz State Technical University · Facebook
Сэм Хьюстон атындагы мамлекеттик университеттин профессору КМТУга келди
KSTU’s official coverage of Dr. Dakeev’s visit and discussions on cooperation in education, academic mobility, and research.
Read original article ↗IUK East Campus
УНПК «МУК» и Государственный университет Сэма Хьюстона!
An announcement of the memorandum with Sam Houston State University supporting academic mobility, joint research, conferences, and educational exchange.
Read original article ↗Kabar
Кыргызский ученый из США стал наставником международного научного лагеря на Иссык-Куле
Coverage of Dr. Dakeev’s mentorship at the international SCO Young Scientists Camp on Issyk-Kul.
Read original article ↗WE Project
Ученый из Кыргызстана о работе преподавателем в Sam Houston State University и научных исследованиях
An interview about teaching, immersive-technology research, global student studies, and advice for young scientists.
Read original article ↗AKIpress
В КГТУ организован семинар по применению VR-технологий в образовании и индустрии
Coverage of a KSTU seminar on practical applications of virtual-reality technologies in education and industry.
Read original article ↗Kyrgyz Ministry of Education and Science
ОНЛАЙН ЛЕКЦИЯДАН ВИРТУАЛДЫК ЛАБОРАТОРИЯГА КАРАЙ...
Official ministry coverage of Dr. Dakeev’s lecture on introducing VR technology into education and developing a network of virtual laboratories across Kyrgyzstan.
Read original article ↗Limon.kg
Как Улан из Тюпа стал профессором в Техасе
A personal profile of the education, international experience, and persistence behind a career in American engineering education.
Read original article ↗ABOUT
Engineer by training.
Educator by calling.
Michael Ulan Genialovich Dakeev, PhD, PE, is a tenured Associate Professor of Engineering Technology and Engineering Design Technology Program Coordinator at Sam Houston State University. He is the author of Creo Parametric Modeling with Augmented Reality and a TEDx speaker on immersive education.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (Industrial)
- NCCER Master Trainer & Sponsor Representative
- MIT Certified Design Engineer
- TEDx Speaker
- Honorary Professor, Kyrgyz State Technical University
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