Dr. Mark Christian is a Technical Leader at the Electric Power Research institute specializing in systems analysis and modernization of conventional hydropower. His current work includes Digital Twins, Advanced Manufacturing, Sensor Value, and Modernization Processes. Prior to this role Mark was a Technical Manager at the Department of Energy Water Power Technologies Office and an Energy Systems Analyst at Argonne National Laboratory. Mark completed his PhD in Energy Science and Engineering at the University of Tennessee focused on the Value of Flow Measurement Accuracy in Hydropower Operations.