I'm a mechanical engineer, but I dabble in several fields.

[Virgil nodded, then realized he hadn't introduced himself. This American fellow had been too (debatably) kind and helpful not to give his name too. When the notebook was returned to Stanley's hands, the younger man offered a hand to shake.]

I'm Virgil Alexandrescu, thank you for all the information. There wouldn't happen to be other 'science types' here would there?