Markus Erbeldinger has been serving Forest Hills as a member of council and Chair of the Public Safety Committee.  In addition to being a council member, Markus Erbeldinger has participated in a number of research projects as a Research Associate at the University of Pittsburgh. During his tenure there he was involved in research that resulted in a patented invention for early detection of harmful toxic chemicals in the air.  This is critically important in preventing or pre-empting acts of terror, military attacks and chemical accidents.  The full article can be read by clicking this link.