Founders, Team Members and Advisors

Jack Cahn is the founder and principal researcher at Deep Cryogenics International. Since 1999, he has used DCT on machine shop tooling, developed DC test procedures for use on JPL's Mars Exploration Rover, worked with researchers at NIST’s cryogenic processing lab and served as the lead investigator in two US Army CRADAs. He is the author of one USPTO-issued patent, created a USPTO certification mark and five patents-pending. He recently authored the draft engineering standards for deep cryogenic treatment of metal and metal-matrix items.

Linda Williams is the co-founder and Vice-President of Deep Cryogenics International. A professional editor and writer, she works with Cahn in researching projects, writing patents, performing metallographic prep, liaising with academic institutions and creating organizational culture.

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Alistair Ross The President and CEO of Rockcliff Metals, Alistair is widely known and recognized as a mentor and leader within mining communities internationally. Among his specialties is selecting teams that attain breakthrough results. Mr. Ross is a member of DCI’s Board of Advisors.

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Dr. Rob Stephens A former Director of Applied Research and Technology at Teck and current President at Tech2Strat Consulting, Rob is focused on the nexus of technology development, innovation, and strategy. He is passionate about the need for innovation in the mining and materials sector, including sustainability challenges. Dr. Stephens is a member of DCI’s Board of Advisors.

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Dr. Hani Henein A professor in the Department of Chemicals & Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta since 1989, Hani teaches and performs research on pipeline steels, metal-matrix composites and rapid solidification. He now partners with industry in research and has extensive international collaborations. Dr. Henein is a member of DCI’s Board of Advisors.