b"XYLEM SPOTLIGHTEmployee SpotlightRONMETZGERSenior R&DManager,Mechanical EngineeringExperience:14 Years withYSI, a Xylem BrandAlma Mater:University of Cincinnati, B.S. Mechanical Engineering TechnologyAbout Ron:As a leader on our research & development team, Ron is responsible for creating the instrumentation of the future, today, all while mentoring the engineers of tomorrow. He works closely with material science, and was a key designer of the EXOSonde platform fromYSI, a Xylem Brand.Ron Metzger shows off YSI's radio emission testing chamber, used to ensure instruments meet global communication standards. Photos: Patrick Beatty 44 MISSION: WATER"