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National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Office of Education NASA ADMINISTRATOR’S FELLOWSHIP PROJECT [NAFP]
2008DIRECTORY OF FELLOWSNAFP
NASA ADMINISTRATOR’SFELLOWSHIP PROJECT [NAFP]
National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationOffice of Education
United Negro College Fund Special Programs CorporationDivision of Science & Technology
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NASA Administrator’s
Fellowship Project ................................
List of Fellows by Cohort .........................
List of Fellows Alphabetically ..................
Fellow Biographies
>> Cohort 1 .........................................
>> Cohort 2 ........................................
>> Cohort 3 ........................................
>> Cohort 4 ........................................
>> Cohort 5 ........................................
>> Cohort 6 ........................................
>> Cohort 7 ........................................
>> Cohort 8 ........................................
>> Cohort 9 ........................................
>> Cohort 10 ......................................
>> Cohort 11 .......................................
>> Cohort 12 ......................................
NAFP Project Management ....................
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Nominated by President George W. Bush and confirmed by the United States Senate, Michael Griffin began his duties as the 11th Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on April 14, 2005. As Administrator, he leads the NASA team and manages its resources to advance the U.S. Vision for Space Exploration.
Prior to being nominated as NASA Administrator, Griffin was serving as Space Department Head at Johns Hopkins University’s Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Md. He was previously President and Chief Operating Officer of In-Q-Tel, Inc., and also served in several positions within Orbital Sciences Corporation, Dulles, Va., including Chief Executive Officer of Orbital’s Magellan Systems division and General Manager of the Space Systems Group.
Earlier in his career, Griffin served as chief engineer and as associate administrator for Exploration at NASA, and as deputy for technology at the Strategic Defense Initiative Organization. He has been an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland, Johns Hopkins University, and George Washington University, where he taught courses in spacecraft design, applied mathematics, guidance and navigation, compressible flow, computational fluid dynamics, spacecraft attitude control, astrodynamics and introductory aerospace engineering. He is the lead author of more than two dozen technical papers, as well as the textbook, “Space Vehicle Design.”
A registered professional engineer in Maryland and California, Griffin is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and the International Academy of Astronautics, an honorary fellow of the
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), a fellow of the American Astronautical Society, and a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. He is a recipient of the NASA Exceptional Achievement Medal, the AIAA Space Systems Medal, and the Department of Defense Distinguished Public Service Medal, the highest award given to a non-government employee.
Griffin received a bachelor’s degree in Physics from Johns Hopkins University; a master’s degree in aerospace science from Catholic University of America; a Ph.D. in aerospace engineering from the University of Maryland; a master’s degree in electrical engineering from the University of Southern California; a master’s degree in applied physics from Johns Hopkins University; a master’s degree in business administration from Loyola College; and a master’s degree in Civil Engineering from George Washington University. He is a certified flight instructor with instrument and multiengine ratings.
MICHAEL D. GRIFFINAdministrator National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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INTRODUCTION
The role of underrepresented minorities, females, and
persons with disabilities is regarded as vital to future science
and technology capabilities. Through its many educational
programs, NASA continues to develop and implement programs
to ensure our Nation’s technical and scientific human
resources are inclusive of groups underrepresented in STEM
fields.
The NASA Administrator’s Fellowship Project (NAFP) is a unique
program designed to enhance the professional development
of NASA employees and STEM faculty of Minority Institutions
(MIs). The first cohort of fellows was selected in 1997.
Since that time, 99 fellows have entered into the project.
Through the development and implementation of professional
development plans tailored to each individual fellow’s and the
host institution’s needs, the benefits to Minority Institutions,
faculty, and NASA employees include:
>> Access to NASA’s internal and informal information networks
>> Knowledge of NASA’s technical and scientific needs
>> Opportunities to share information about specific MI
capabilities and technologies
>> Enhancement of undergraduate and graduate research
>> Opportunities to build scholarly publication skills
Project participants include 54 NASA employees, 45 STEM
faculty members, all 10 NASA Centers, as well as 40 Minority
Institutions (many with repeat participation). As a result of
their participation in the project, several faculty fellows
received “NAFP Research Awards,” with matching awards from
the centers, including Glenn Research Center, Ames Research
Center, and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Fellows have
been instrumental in securing awards for their institutions
such as NASA’s University Research Center (URC) award,
which provides scientific and/or engineering research in
support of all the NASA Mission Directorates. Fellows have
assisted MIs in receiving other awards, such as the Science,
Engineering, Mathematics, and Aerospace Academy (SEMAA)
and the Curriculum Improvement Partnership Award (CIPA).
NASA Administrator’s Fellowship Project
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Individually, fellows have received numerous awards, such as
the Faculty Award for Research and Civil Servant awards. They
have coordinated visits to centers and laboratories, secured
internships, and helped with presentations at workshops and
conferences. Fellows have also aided students as they pursued
NASA–related research (KC135, BallonSat, etc.) and obtained
employment at NASA centers. The NAFP has supported
numerous partnerships, collaborations, research projects, and
technical assistance for underrepresented groups.
NASA Career Employees
NASA career employees1 teach and/or conduct research at
a Minority Institution (MI) and participate in developmental
assignments within the aerospace community. The 18 to 22-
month fellowship allows NASA employees to teach, conduct
research or assist in an administrative capacity at a MI for
one academic year. Employee fellows offer the MIs some of
the most current science and engineering technology. They
also acquaint their host institutions with NASA’s mission,
share information about NASA-specific technology and NASA
contracting opportunities, while helping to build strong
relationships between their host institution, the community
and NASA.
Employee fellows also have the option of spending a portion
of the fellowship in a professional development assignment
at NASA Headquarters, another government agency, or in
the private sector. These assignments provide within fellows
with the experience and insight to help guide future NASA
initiatives, while positioning themselves for greater leadership
responsibilities within the agency. By participating in this
exchange of ideas and experiences, NASA employees enhance
their own technical, research, and management skills.
STEM Faculty
The NAFP aims to enhance the research and management
capability of Minority Institutions (MIs) in science and
technology areas. Providing STEM faculty1 mid-career
opportunities to conduct research in the NASA Centers or
other large institutions enables them to better compete in
the mainstream, peer-reviewed research programs of NASA.
Fellows are provided with opportunities to interface with
high-level government officials, to participate in NASA’s R&D
programs, to learn about innovative scientific and engineering
research methods, and to discuss the pedagogy of STEM
disciplines.
1 Up to twelve fellowships are awarded each year through a competitive process. Six fellowships are awarded to NASA employees and six fellowships to STEM faculty of minority-serving institutions.
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Through the NAFP, faculty fellows enhance their
professional careers and better position their
home institutions to fully participate in NASA’s
mission. At the end of a successful fellowship
experience, faculty fellows compete for a NAFP
Research Award, which provides research support
for the fellow to continue his/her NASA-related
research for an additional year.
Alabama A&M University
Alcorn State University
Bennett College
Bethune-Cookman College
California State Polytechnic University
California State University - Fresno
California State University - Fullerton
Central State University
Cheyney University
Chicago State University
Clark Atlanta University
Cranfield University (Shivenham, UK)
Elizabeth City State University
Essex County College
Fisk University
Florida A&M University
Florida International University
Hampton University
Haskell Indian Nations University
Howard University
Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA)
Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Johns Hopkins University
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
Moog, Inc
Morgan State University
Mote Marine Laboratory
NASA Headquarters
NASA Ames Research Center
NASA Dryden Space Flight Center
NASA Glenn Research Center
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Participating Organizations Include:
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NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory
NASA Johnson Space Center
NASA Kennedy Space Center
NASA Langley Research Center
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
NASA Stennis Space Center
National Academy of Public Administration
National Research Council
New Mexico State University
Norfolk State University
North Carolina A&T State University
North Carolina State University
Oakwood College
Prairie View A&M University
Pratt and Whitney
RAND Corporation
Redstone Arsenal
Salish Kootenai College
Sandia National Laboratories
San Francisco State University
Southeastern University
Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
Spelman College
Star Bridge Systems Inc.
Tennessee State University
Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi
Texas A&M University, Kingsville
Texas Southern University
The Boeing Company
Tuskegee University
U.S. Army Research Development and
Engineering Command (RDEC)
University of Alabama
University of Central Florida
University of Dayton
University of Florida
University of New Mexico
University of Texas-El Paso
University of Puerto Rico–Arecibo
University of Puerto Rico–Humacao
University of Puerto Rico–Mayaguez
University of Puerto Rico–Rio Piedras
University of Southern Mississippi
Veridian Engineering
Xavier University
Participating Organizations Include: (continued)
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LIST OF FELLOWS BY COHORT
>> COHORT 1C1Dr. James Brown............................................14Dr. Mariea Dunn Jackson................................14Dr. Teresa Edwards ........................................15Dr. Jon Goldsby..............................................15Dr. Yolanda Hicks...........................................16Dr. Mark Kankam............................................16Dr. Marla Perez-Davis ....................................17Dr. Ramona Pelletier Travis ...........................17
Diane Farrar..................................................20Dr. Dexter Johnson......................................20Dr. Orlando Melendez....................................21Dr. Felix Miranda...........................................21Dr. Shelia Nash-Stevenson...........................22Dr. Waldo Jose Rodriguez............................22
>> COHORT 2C2
>> COHORT 3C3
>> COHORT 4C4
Dr. Benita Bell..............................................24Dr. Gregory Clarke........................................24Dr. Ernesto Esteban.....................................25Dr. Jean Hampton.........................................25Dr. Prabhakar Misra.....................................26Dr. Vernon Morris.........................................26Lee Snapp ....................................................27
Dr. Carlos Cabrera .......................................30Dr. Pamela Denkins......................................30Dr. Jeffrey Drake ...........................................31Wanda Harding...............................................31Kurt Kloesel..................................................32Dr. Doyle Temple..........................................32Dr. Bruce Vu..................................................33
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LIST OF FELLOWS BY COHORT
>> COHORT 5C5Porfirio Beltran.............................................36Dr. Alan Chow................................................36Dr. Maxine Highsmith....................................37Dr. Olufisayo Jejelowo ..................................37Dr. Willie Mackey...........................................38Dr. Shirlette Milton ......................................38Dr. Benjamin Oni ...........................................39Dr. Nadipuram Prasad....................................39Dr. Dipendra Sengupta..................................40Dr. Mark Whorton..........................................40
Dr. Ayodele Aina...........................................42Tahani Amer..................................................42Dr. Guangming Chen .....................................43Dr. Bette McKnight….....................................43Dr. Benjamin Penn.........................................44Dr. Robert Singleterry ..................................44Dr. Gregory Wilkins.......................................45Dr. Elvira Williams.........................................45Willie Williams...............................................46
>> COHORT 6C6
>> COHORT 7C7
>> COHORT 8C8
Dr. Jonathan W. Campbell.............................48Dr. Philip T. Chen..........................................48Dr. Jan Corbin...............................................49Dr. Kenneth R. Fernandez.............................49Dr. Clinton Hunt, Jr. ......................................50Hong Soo (Tony) Kim ....................................50Dr. Keith A. McGee ........................................51Gholam Ali Shaykhian ...................................51Dr. Jianping Yue...........................................52
R. Scott Askew.............................................54Dr. Dawit Getachew ......................................54Dr. Shahin Ghazanshahi ...............................55Dr. Ravindra Behari Lal .................................55Dr. Deidre E. Paris-Michael............................56Dr. David D. Smith ........................................56
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LIST OF FELLOWS BY COHORT
>> COHORT 9C9Dr. Rafic A. Bachnak ....................................58Dr. Trong T. Bui............................................. 58Dr. Belay B. Demoz ......................................59Dr. Rudy C. Gostowski..................................59Paul A. Mogan...............................................60Dr. Paul E. Racette........................................60Dr. Hamid Shahnasser...................................61Dr. Felix A. Soto-Toro.....................................61
Dr. Manmohan Aggarwal .............................64Dr. Beth A. Brown ........................................64Dr. Dawn M. Elliott-Martin ...........................65Dr. Louis J. Everett…....................................65Dr. Julius L. Harp .........................................66Ms. Carolyn Knowles .....................................66Dr. John O. Lassiter......................................67Dr. Goang S. Liaw .......................................67Dr. John V. Shebalin ....................................68Dr. Malcolm K. Stanford .............................68Dr. Michael Watson......................................69
>> COHORT 10C10
Dr. Sukesh K. Aghara ...................................72Dr. Mohammad A. Alim .................................72Dr. Andre E. Miller .......................................73Dr. Edgardo V. Oliveros ................................73Dr. Wenshen Pong ........................................74Dr. Alamelu Sundaresan ...............................74Dr. Martin P. Volz .........................................75
>> COHORT 11C11
Dr. Edgar Conley ...........................................78Dr. Virginia Cook Tickles ................................78Ms. Elaine Flowers Duncan ............................79Ms. Grace K. Gregory .....................................79Dr. Tracee Lynn Jamison ...............................80Dr. Shy-Shenq Liou .......................................80Dr. Amir Mobasher ........................................81Dr. Jamiu (Adé) Odutola ................................81Ms. Kimberly F. Robinson ..............................82Mr. Everett Roper .........................................82Mr. Robert C. Trevino ....................................83
>> COHORT 12C12
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LIST OF FELLOWS ALPHABETICALLYAggarwal, Manmohan ......................................64Aghara, Sukesh K. ............................................72Aina, Ayodele ..................................................42Alim, Mohammad A. .........................................72Amer, Tahani ....................................................42Askew, R. Scott ...............................................54Bachnak, Rafic ................................................58Bell, Benita ......................................................24Beltran, Porfirio ..............................................36Brown, Beth A. .................................................64Brown, James ...................................................14Bui, Trong ........................................................58Cabrera, Carlos ...............................................30Campbell, Jonathan ........................................48Chen, Guangming ............................................43Chen, Philip ....................................................48Chow, Alan ......................................................36Clarke, Gregory ...............................................24Cook Tickles, Virginia ......................................78Conley, Edgar ..................................................78Corbin, Jan ......................................................49Demoz, Belay ..................................................59Denkins, Pamela ..............................................30Drake, Jeffrey ..................................................31 Duncan, Elaine ................................................79
Dunn-Jackson, Mariea .....................................14Edwards, Teresa ..............................................15Elliott-Martin, Dawn M. ................................... 67Esteban, Ernesto ............................................25Everett, Louis J. ............................................. 67Farrar, Diane ..................................................20Fernandez, Kenneth .......................................49Getachew, Dawit ............................................54Ghazanshahi, Shahin ......................................55Goldsby, Jon ...................................................15Gostowski, Rudy .............................................59 Gregory, Grace ................................................79Hampton, Jean ...............................................25Harding, Wanda ..............................................31Harp, Julius L. ................................................68Hicks, Yolanda ................................................16Highsmith, Maxine .........................................37Hunt Jr., Clinton .............................................50Jamison, Tracee .............................................80 Jejelowo, Olufisayo ........................................37Johnson, Dexter ............................................20Kankam, Mark .................................................16Kim, Tony ........................................................50Kloesel, Kurt ..................................................32Knowles, Carolyn ............................................68
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LIST OF FELLOWS ALPHABETICALLYLal, Ravindra ..................................................55Lassiter, John O. .............................................69Liaw, Goang S. ...............................................69 Liou, Shy-Shenq ..............................................80Mackey, Willie ................................................38McGee, Keith ..................................................51McKnight, Bette ..............................................43Melendez, Orlando ..........................................21Miller, Andre E. ...............................................73Milton, Shirlette .............................................38Miranda, Felix .................................................21Misra, Prabhakar ............................................26 Mobasher, Amir .......... ......................................81Mogan, Paul ...................................................60Morris, Vernon ...............................................26Nash-Stevenson, Shelia ..................................22Odutola, Jamiu ................................................81Oliveros, Edgardo V. .......................................73Oni, Benjamin .................................................39Paris-Michael, Deidre E. ..................................56Penn, Benjamin ..............................................44Perez-Davis, Marla ..........................................17Pong, Wenshen ...............................................74Prasad, Nadipuram .........................................39Racette, Paul .................................................60
Rodriguez, Waldo ...........................................22 Robinson, Kimberly ........................................82Roper, Everett ................................................82Sengupta, Dipendra .......................................40Shahnasser, Hamid .........................................61Shaykhian, Gholam .........................................51Shebalin, John V. ............................................70Singleterry, Robert ........................................44Smith, David D. ...............................................56Snapp, Lee ......................................................27Soto-Toro, Felix A. ........................................... 61Stanford, Malcolm K. .......................................70Sundaresan, Alamelu .....................................77Temple, Doyle .................................................32Travis, Ramona ................................................17 Trevino, Robert ..............................................83Volz, Martin ....................................................75Vu, Bruce ........................................................33Watson, Michael ..............................................71Whorton, Mark ...............................................40Wilkins, Gregory .............................................45Williams, Elvira ...............................................45Williams, Willie ...............................................46Yue, Jianping .................................................52
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COHORT 1C1
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. James Brown............................................14Dr. Mariea Dunn Jackson................................14Dr. Teresa Edwards ........................................15Dr. Jon Goldsby..............................................15Dr. Yolanda Hicks...........................................16Dr. Mark Kankam............................................16Dr. Marla Perez-Davis ....................................17Dr. Ramona Pelletier Travis ...........................17
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Dr. James BrownKennedy Space Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Current: Owner & CEO, SEBA Solutions, Inc. Former: Associate Director of Logistics, Kennedy Space Center
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, University of Central Florida, 1995 M.S., Engineering Management, Florida Institute of Technology, 1991 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Tennessee State University, 1982
DOCTORAL THESIS
Priority Rule Search Technique for Resource Constrained Project Scheduling
HOST INSTITUTION
Florida A&M University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Development and implementation of heuristic methods for projects scheduling problems >> Application of operations research and statistics with emphasis on manufacturing, quality, and logistics
SEBA Solutions Inc. 2802 Bellwind Circle Rockledge, FL 32955 Phone: (321) 269-1222, (866) 804-SEBA Fax: (321) 264-9075 Email: [email protected] www.sebasolutions.com
Dr. Mariea Dunn Jackson Southern University and A&M College
POSITION
Current: AST, Human-Machine Systems Former: Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Assoc. Director, Center for Energy and Environmental Studies, Southern University and A&M College
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Industrial and Systems Engineering, University of Alabama, 1995 M.S., Industrial Engineering, University of Alabama, 1991 B.S., Industrial Engineering, University of Alabama, 1989
DOCTORAL THESIS
Primary-Task and Secondary-Task Mental Workload and the Cry-Wolf Phenomenon
HOST INSTITUTION
University of Alabama in Huntsville
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Human engineering in hardware design >> Graphical user interface usability >> Data visualization in virtual environments
Marshall Space Flight Center Building 4600, Room 1324 Mail Code EV12 Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-2951 FAX: (256) 544-5551 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 1
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Dr. Teresa Edwards Spelman College
POSITION
Current: QEM Associate Former: Division Chair of Natural and Behavioral Sciences/Mathematics, Bennett College and Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Spelman College
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Industrial & Systems Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1990 M.S., Operations Research, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1979 B.A., Mathematics, Spelman College, 1976
DOCTORAL THESIS
A Box Method for Minimizing Strictly Convex Functions over Convex Sets
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Langley Research Center NASA Headquarters National Research Council RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Research project for GTE Laboratories involving balancing the load on a synchronous optical network (SONET) ring
QEM 1818 N Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 Phone: (202) 659-1818 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Jon GoldsbyGlenn Research Center
POSITION
Ceramic Research Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Materials Science & Engineering, Case Western Reserve University, 1996 M.S., Materials Science & Engineering, Case Western Reserve University, 1990 B.S., Physics, John Carroll University, 1986
DOCTORAL THESIS
High Temperature Static and Dynamic Mechanical Behavior of Advanced Ceramic Materials
HOST INSTITUTION
Howard University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Fabrication and properties of piezoelectric ceramic materials >> Thermal and mechanical properties of ceramic matrix composite materials >> High temperature ceramic based gas sensors
Glenn Research Center Materials Division, MS 106-5 21000 Brookpark Rd. Brook Park, OH 44135-3127 Phone: (216) 433-8250 Fax: (216) 433-5544 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 1
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Dr. Yolanda Hicks Glenn Research Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Research Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Michigan State University, 1996 M.S., Physics, Cleveland State University, 1987 B.S., Chemical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University, 1984
DOCTORAL THESIS
Multi-Dimensional Measurements of Combustion Species in Flame Tube and Sector Gas Turbine Combustors
HOST INSTITUTION
University of Puerto Rico–Mayaguez
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Application of optical diagnostics measurement techniques for idealized combustors that burn jet fuel and for jet fuel to hydrogen reformers
Glenn Research Center MS 5-10, Combustion Branch 21000 Brookpark Road Brook Park, OH 44135 Phone: (216) 433-3410 Fax: (216) 433-5802 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Mark David KankamGlenn Research Center
POSITION
Current: University Affairs Officer, New Business and Partnerships OfficeFormer: Sr. Research Engineer
EDUCATION
D.B.A., Management Studies, University of Toronto, 1975 Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Toronto, 1973 M.A.Sc., Electrical Engineering, University of Toronto, 1969 B.A.Sc., Electrical Engineering, University of Toronto, 1967
DOCTORAL THESIS
A Study of Time Harmonics in Synchronous Motor Operation
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Howard University NASA HeadquartersNational Research CouncilRoyal Military College of Science/Cranfield University (UK)
Glenn Research Center MS 301-5 21000 Brookpark Road Brook Park, OH 44135 Phone: (216) 433-6143 Fax: (216) 433-8311 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 1
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Dr. Marla Perez-Davis Glenn Research Center
POSITION
Current: Chief, Projects Liaison and Integration OfficeFormer: Research and Technology Lead, Plans and Programs Office
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Case Western Reserve, 1991 M.S., Chemical Engineering, University of Toledo, 1987 B.S., Chemical Engineering, University of Puerto Rico, 1983
DOCTORAL THESIS
Heat Receivers for Solar Dynamic Space Power Systems
HOST INSTITUTION
University of Puerto Rico–Mayaguez
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Electrochemical and Energy Storage Systems
Glenn Research Center MS 301-2 21000 Brookpark Road Brook Park, OH 44135 Phone: (216) 433-6755 Fax: (216) 433-8311 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Ramona E. Travis Stennis Space Center
POSITION
Current: NASA/SSC Innovative Partnerships Program Manager Former: Research Scientist/Project Manager
EDUCATION
Ph. D., Agronomy & Soil Science, Louisiana State University, 1994 M.S., Agronomy & Soil Science, Auburn University, 1983 B.S., Agronomy & Soil Science, Auburn University, 1980
DOCTORAL THESIS
Utility of Remote Sensing Technology in Wetland Soil and Gas Flux Studies
HOST INSTITUTION
Xavier University
Stennis Space Center Bldg 3226, Code EA41 Stennis Space Center, MS 39529-6000 Phone: (228) 688-3832 Fax: (228) 688-7499 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 1
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COHORT 2C2
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Diane Farrar..................................................20Dr. Dexter Johnson.......................................20Dr. Orlando Melendez.....................................21Dr. Felix Miranda............................................21Dr. Shelia Nash-Stevenson............................22Dr. Waldo Jose Rodriguez.............................22
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Diane Farrar Ames Research Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Special Assistant for Communication
EDUCATION
M.A., Communication Research, Stanford University, 1996 B.S., Psychology, Santa Clara University, 1991
HOST INSTITUTION
Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA)
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Science writing and outreach programs focused on NASA’s space science origin of life and earth science topics >> Communicating NASA’s mission to help build receptivity to math and science skills in minority education settings
Ames Research Center MS 223-3 Moffett Field, CA 94035 Phone: (650) 604-3934 Fax: (650) 604-3869 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Dexter Johnson Glenn Research Center
POSITION
Current: Chief, Structural Systems Dynamic Branch (DEV) Former: Aerospace Research Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, State University of NY–Buffalo, 1995 M.S., Mechanical Engineering, State University of NY–Buffalo, 1989 B.S., Aerospace Engineering, State University of NY–Buffalo, 1987
DOCTORAL THESIS
Alternative Operating Modes for Magnetic Bearing Control
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Florida A&M UniversityNASA HeadquartersPratt and WhitneyVeridian EngineeringMoog, Inc. RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Launch Vehicle and Spacecraft Structural Dynamics; Aerospace Vibration, Shock, and Acoustic Environments, Human/Exercise Countermeasures for Space Missions
Glenn Research Center 21000 Brookpark Road, MS 86-10 Brook Park, OH 44135 Phone: (216) 433-6046 Fax: (216) 977-7051 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 2
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Dr. Orlando Melendez Kennedy Space Center
POSITION
Materials Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, 1990 B.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaquez, 1985
DOCTORAL THESIS
Fundamental Studies of CO2 Oxidation Catalysts
HOST INSTITUTIONS
University of Puerto Rico–Arecibo NASA Headquarters Jet Propulsion Laboratory University of Florida RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Performing surface analysis using X-ray Photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and X-ray fluorescence (XFF) spectroscopy >> Characterization of semiconductor thin films for solar cell applications evaluation of cleaning solvents for Freon replacement
Kennedy Space Center YA – C1 Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899 Phone: (321) 867-6379 Fax: (321) 867-2050 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Felix Miranda Glenn Research Center
POSITION
Current: Chief, Applied RF Technology Branch, Communications DivisionFormer: Chief, Antenna, Microwave and Optical Systems Branch, Communications Division
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, Case Western Reserve University, 1991 M.S., Physics, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1986 B.S., Physics, University of Puerto Rico, 1983
DOCTORAL THESIS
Microwave Response of High Transition Temperature Superconducting Thin Films
HOST INSTITUTION
University of Puerto Rico–Humacao
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Antenna technology, ferroelectric tunable microwave components, and microwave integrated circuits and devices for space and ground-based communications.
Glenn Research Center 21000 Brookpark Road, MS 54-8 Brook Park, OH 44135 Phone: (216) 433-6589 Fax: (216) 433-3478 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 2
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Dr. Shelia Nash-Stevenson Marshall Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Current: AST Technical Management, Marshall Space Flight Center Former: University Affairs Officer, Marshall Space Flight Center Electronics; Engineer, Marshall Space Flight Center
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Applied Physics, Alabama A&M University, 1994 M.S., Applied Physics, Alabama A&M University, 1984 B.S., Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Alabama A&M University, 1981
DOCTORAL THESIS
Energy Upconversion Processes in Rare Earth Ion Doped LaF3 and CaF2 Crystals
HOST INSTITUTION
Alabama A&M University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Upconversion in optical fibers (consultant for ongoing upconversion research) >> The application of fiber optics relative to different types of sensors and smart structures
Mail Code: EV61 Marshall Space Flight Center, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-3453 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Waldo Jose Rodriguez Norfolk State University
POSITION
Current: Atmospheric Scientist, Langley Research Center Former: Assistant Professor, Center for Materials Research, Norfolk State University
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemistry, Tulane University, 1989 B.A., Chemistry, Iowa State University, 1984
DOCTORAL THESIS
Exciton Dynamics in Inorganic Crystals Containing Divalent Manganese: Experimental and Theory
HOST INSTITUTION
Langley Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> The development of scientific visualization procedures for exploiting the scientific capabilities of the Stratospheric Aerosol and Gas Experiment III (SAGEIII) and the Stratospheric Aerosol and Gas Experiment II (SAGE II) >> The study of novel laser materials to establish their potential for new laser systems
Langley Research Center Chemistry and Dynamics Branch Science Directorate, Mail Stop 401B Hampton, VA 23681-2199 Phone: (757) 864-8924 Fax: (757) 864-6326 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 2
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COHORT 3C3
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Benita Bell...............................................24Dr. Gregory Clarke.........................................24Dr. Ernesto Esteban......................................25Dr. Jean Hampton.........................................25Dr. Prabhakar Misra.....................................26Dr. Vernon Morris.........................................26Lee Snapp ....................................................27
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Dr. Benita Bell Goddard Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Current: Director of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Programs and Project Coordinator, Minority Institution Astrobiology Collaborative, Mu-SPIN OfficeFormer: Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Bennett College
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemistry, Howard University, 1997 M.S., Chemistry, NC A&T State University, 1985 B.S., Chemistry, University of North Carolina/Chapel Hill, 1982
DOCTORAL THESIS
The Effects of Radiation Pasteurization on the Biochemical and Mineral Parameters in the Blood and Livers of Rats Fed Irradiated Soy, Meat, and Soy-Meat Combination Diets
HOST INSTITUTIONS
NASA Headquarters Johnson Space Flight Center
Goddard Space Flight Center Mail code 606.0Greenbelt Road Greenbelt, MD 20771 Phone: (301) 286-7059 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Gregory Clarke Goddard Space Flight Center
POSITION
Aerospace Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Structural Mechanics, The Catholic University of America, 1994 M.S., Applied Mathematics, The Catholic University of America, 1990 M.S., Mechanical Engineering, New Mexico State University, 1980 B.S., Civil Engineering, University of the District of Columbia, 1978
DOCTORAL THESIS
Analysis of Thin-Walled Composite Beams Using Degenerate Finite Elements
HOST INSTITUTION
Howard University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Finite Element Modeling of Highly Thin and Flexible Structures
Goddard Space Flight Center Mail code 542.2 Greenbelt Road Greenbelt, MD 20771 Phone: (301) 286-7254 Fax: (301) 286-0204 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 3
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Dr. Ernesto Esteban University of Puerto Rico–Humacao
POSITION
Professor, Physics Department
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, University of Notre Dame, 1983 M.S., Physics, University of Notre Dame, 1979 B.S., Physics, Catholic University/Lima, Peru, 1973
DOCTORAL THESIS
A Study of the Ernst Metric
HOST INSTITUTION\S
Johnson Space Center Goddard Space Flight Center RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Black holes immersed in magnetic fields; classical general relative carcinogenesis mathematical models.
Department of Physics and Electronics University of Puerto Rico–Humacao Estacion Postal CUH, 100 Carr. 908 Humacao, Puerto Rico 00791-4300 Phone: (787) 852-7810 Fax: (787) 852-7810 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Jean Hampton Texas Southern University
POSITION
Associate Professor of Health Sciences Education
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Environmental Toxicology, Texas Southern University, 1998
DOCTORAL THESIS
Identification and Characterization of Potentially Toxic Organic Compounds in Carpet Vacuum and Air Conditioner Filter Dusts
HOST INSTITUTION
Johnson Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Environmental Health Risk Assessment Health Professions Education Air Pollution
Texas Southern University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Houston, TX 77004 Phone: (713) 313-7377 Fax: (713) 313-1094 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
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Dr. Prabhakar Misra Howard University
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Professor, Physics
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, Ohio State University, 1986 M.S., Physics, Carnegie-Mellon University, 1981 M.Sc., Physics, University of Calcutta, 1978 B.Sc., Physics, University of Calcutta, 1975
DOCTORAL THESIS
Spectra of NH3 at 2.5 Microns and Some Electronic Bands of CO+ and NCO
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Goddard Space Flight Center National Research Council
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Laser Spectroscopy and Chemical Kinetics of Free Radicals >> Laser Optogalvanic Spectroscopy of Neon and Argon >> Laser Excitation of Liposomes >> Solid State UV-VIS Laser Technology >> Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectroscopy of Atmospheric Molecules
Howard University Physics and Astronomy Thirkield Hall, 2355 Sixth Street, NW Washington, DC 20059 Phone: (202) 806-4913 Fax: (202) 806-4429 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Vernon Morris Howard University
POSITION
Deputy Director, Center for the Study of Terrestrial and Extraterrestrial Atmospheres; Director of Howard University Component of the NASA Goddard Earth Sciences and Technology Center; Co-Director, Graduate Program in Atmospheric Sciences; Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry
EDUCATION
U.S. Presidential Post-doctoral Fellow, University of California, Davis, 1992-1994 Post-doctoral Fellow, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories, Livermore, CA, 1991-1992 Advanced Study Institute, Erice, Sicily, 1990-1991 Ph.D., Atmospheric Chemistry, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1990 B.S., Chemistry and Mathematics, Morehouse College, 1985
HOST INSTITUTION
Goddard Space Flight Center
DOCTORAL THESIS
An Investigation of Transient Peroxides: A Theoretical and Experimental Study
Howard University Chemistry Department 525 College Street, NW Washington, DC 20059 Phone: (202) 806-5450 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 3
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Lee Snapp Johnson Space Center
POSITION
Current: Dean of Engineering, Salish Kootenai College Former: Technology Account Manager, Johnson Space Center
EDUCATION
M.S., Astronautics, AF Institute of Technology, 1971 B.S., Aeronautical Engineering, US Air Force Academy, 1969
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Salish Kootenai College National Research Council RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Determining and Tracking Global Environmental Changes from Earth Orbit >> Determination of the Origin of Destructive Mold on Photographic Film >> Precision Determination of Archeological Sites by Global Positioning System (GPS)
Dean of Engineering Indigenous Math and Science Institute Salish Kootenai College, PO Box 117 Pablo, MT 59855 Phone: (406) 275-4716 Fax: (406) 275-4807 E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 3
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COHORT 4C4
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Carlos Cabrera.........................................30Dr. Pamela Denkins.......................................30Dr. Jeffrey Drake............................................31Wanda Harding..............................................31Kurt Kloesel..................................................32Dr. Doyle Temple...........................................32Dr. Bruce Vu..................................................33
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Dr. Carlos Cabrera University of Puerto Rico—Rio Piedras
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Professor, Chemistry
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemistry, Cornell University, 1987 B.Sc., Chemistry, University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras, 1982
DOCTORAL THESIS
Photoelectro chemistry of Polycrystalline Thin Films of Transition Metal Dichalcogenides
HOST INSTITUTION
Glenn Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Nanotechnology>> Fuel Cells>> Li-ion Batteries
University of Puerto Rico–Rio Piedras Faculty of Natural Sciences Department of Chemistry, PO Box 23346 San Juan, Puerto Rico 00931-3346 Phone: (787) 764-0000 x4807 Fax: (787) 756-8242 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Pamela DenkinsJohnson Space Center
POSITION
Current: Deputy Manager, Bioastronautics Education and Outreach, Office of Bioastronautics Space and Life Sciences Directorate Former: Computer Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Environmental Toxicology, Texas Southern University, 2001 M.S., Mathematics, Texas Southern University, 1995 B. S., Physics, Texas Southern University, 1973
DOCTORAL THESIS
Radiation Transport Modeling and Assessment to Better Predict Radiation Exposure, Dose, and Toxicological Effects to Human Organs on Long Duration Space Flights
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Texas Southern University Prairie View A&M University NASA Headquarters
Johnson Space Center Habitability and Environmental Factors Office of Bioastronautics Space and Life Sciences Directorate, MS - SL Houston, TX 77058 Phone: (281) 483-5272 Fax: (281) 483-8426 E-mail: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 4
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Dr. Jeffrey Drake Goddard Space Flight Center
POSITION
Current: Research Scientist; Interagency Detail to US Department of Agriculture, Animal Plant Health Inspection Service Former: Electrical Engineer; White Sands TDRSS Ground Station, Goddard Space Flight Center
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, New Mexico State University, 2000 M.S., Electrical Engineering, New Mexico State University, 1996 B. S., Electrical Engineering, Columbia University, 1989 B. A., Mathematics, Carroll College, 1987
DOCTORAL THESIS
Communications Phase Synchronization Using the Adaptive Network Fuzzy Inference System
HOST INSTITUTIONS
The Rio Grande Institute of Soft Computing (New Mexico State University) Sandia National Laboratories
USDA - APHIS New Mexico State University Box 30003, Dept 3BE Las Cruces, NM 88003 Phone: (505) 646-2629Fax: (505) 646-1435 Email: [email protected]; [email protected]
Wanda HardingKennedy Space Center
POSITION
ELV Mission Manager Flight Projects Office
EDUCATION
M.S., Electrical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1993 B. S., Electrical Engineering, Hampton University, 1991
HOST INSTITUTION
Spelman College
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Secondary Payloads and Small Satellite
Kennedy Space Center Mail Code: VA-C Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899 Phone: (321) 867-4968 E-mail: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 4
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Kurt Kloesel Dryden Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Experimental Electrical Engineer
EDUCATION
M.S., Physics, Hampton University, 1991 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Texas A&M University, 1981
HOST INSTITUTION
Prairie View A&M University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Development of Launch Assist Motor (LAAMOR) to substitute the energies and weight invested in first stage booster rockets >> Design and development of VLSI circuitry >> Bio-engineering >> Studying radiation effects on materials
Dryden Space Flight Center Mail Code: FM, Box 273 Edwards, CA 93597 Phone: (661) 258-3121 Fax: (661) 258-2010 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Doyle TempleHampton University
POSITION
Professor, Physics
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1988 B.S., Physics, Southern University, 1981
DOCTORAL THESIS
Photo-Induced Absorption and Photorefractive Gratings in Barium Titanate
HOST INSTITUTION
Langley Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> The establishment of two state-of-the-art laboratories at Hampton University >> The Photorefractive Materials and Devices Laboratory >> The Crystal Physics Laboratory
Hampton University Hampton, VA 23668 Phone: (757) 728-6908 Fax: (757) 728-6910 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 4
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Dr. Bruce Vu Kennedy Space Center
POSITION
Current: Engineering Directorate, Kennedy Space CenterFormer: Structures and Analysis Branch, Kennedy Space Center
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Aerospace Engineering, Mississippi State University, 1999
DOCTORAL THESIS
The Use of Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines (NURBS) in Overset Grid Generation
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Kennedy Space Center US Army Research and Development Engineering Center The Boeing Company Alabama A&M University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Constellation Programs CLV Launch-Induced Enviroments
Kennedy Space Center Mail Code: M/S NE-M1KSC, FL 32899 Phone: (321) 867-2376 Fax: (321) 867-4446 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 4
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COHORT 5C5
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Porfirio Beltran.............................................36Dr. Alan Chow................................................36Dr. Maxine Highsmith....................................37Dr. Olufisayo Jejelowo ..................................37Dr. Willie Mackey...........................................38Dr. Shirlette Milton .......................................38Dr. Benjamin Oni ...........................................39Dr. Nadipuram Prasad...................................39Dr. Dipendra Sengupta..................................40Dr. Mark Whorton.........................................40
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Porfirio Beltran Goddard Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Electronics Engineer, Microelectronics and Signal Processing Branch
EDUCATION
M.S., Applied Physics, Johns Hopkins University, 1997 B.S., Physics, University of Puerto Rico–Mayaguez, 1988
HOST INSTITUTION
University of Puerto Rico–Mayaguez
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Minimizing interference and errors between coupled electronics components by implementing solutions to EMC problems, utilizing optical isolation, EMC shielding, grounding layout, filtering techniques, and other schemes
Goddard Space Flight Center Code 564 Greenbelt, MD 20771 Phone: (301) 286-6549 Fax: (301) 286-0220 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Alan Chow Marshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Research Center
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Alabama, 1991 M.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama, 1971 B.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama, 1967
DOCTORAL THESIS
Adaptive Grid Generation in CFD
HOST INSTITUTION
Oakwood College
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Magneto-Hydrodynamic energy by-pass >> Plasma shock wave modification >> Plasma friction drag reduction
Propulsion Research Center Marshall Space Flight Center TD 40 Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-7107 Fax: (256)-544-5926 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 5
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Dr. Maxine Highsmith Shaw University
POSITION
Plant Physiologist, Department of Natural and Physical Sciences
EDUCATION
Postdoctoral Scholar, Duke University, 1986 -1988 Ph.D., Botany, North Carolina State University, 1986 M.S., Life Science, North Carolina State University, 1981 B.S., Biology, St. Augustine’s College, 1966 Teaching License, Science, St. Augustine’s College, 1966
DOCTORAL THESIS
Starch Mobilization in the Mature Leaves of Soybean in Relation to Growth of Developing Leaves
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Goddard Space Flight Center North Carolina State University RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Carbon dioxide enrichment studies on pine tree saplings and soybeans >> Developing teaching units in space and earth science
Shaw University 118 E. South St. Raleigh, NC 27601 Phone: (919) 546-8537 Fax: (919) 546-7949 Email: [email protected]; [email protected]
Dr. Olufisayo Jejelowo Texas Southern University
POSITION
Chairperson and Professor, Department of Biology, Texas Southern UniversityDirector, NASA University Research Center
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Plant Pathology, University of Alberta, Canada, 1988 Ph.D., Microbiology & Plant Pathology, University of Manchester, UK, 1987 M.S., Microbiology & Plant Pathology, University of Manchester, UK, 1982 B.S., Botany, University of Lagos, Nigeria, 1982
DOCTORAL THESIS
The Relationship Between Mycelial Morphology, Hyphal Extension, and Virulence of Fungal Pathogen
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Johnson Space Center Ames Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Nanotechnology and functional genomics >> Effects of soluble silicon on hydroponically grown wheat >> Yeast deletion project
300 Cleburne Avenue Houston, TX 77004 Phone (713) 313-7841, (713) 313-1032Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 5
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Dr. Willie Mackey Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field
POSITION
Former: Physicist, Photovoltaic/Space Environment
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Astrophysics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1981 B.A., Mathematics/Physics, Oberlin College, 1976 B.A., African American Development, Oberlin College, 1976
DOCTORAL THESIS
Resonance Scattering in the Fluorescent Model of Type 1 Supernovae Optical Light
HOST INSTITUTION
Cheyney University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Surface plasmon applications >> Anodized aluminum nanostructures applications >> Astrophysics education >> Mechanisms for research diversity
Dr. Mackey passed away on August 6, 2004.
Dr. Shirlette Milton Texas Southern University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Assistant Dean for Student Services
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Pharmacology, University of Texas, Houston, 1991 M.S., Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Texas, Austin, 1980 B.S., Pharmacy, Texas Southern University, 1975
DOCTORAL THESIS
Insulin Effects and Receptor Function in Bovine Aorta Endothelial Cells
HOST INSTITUTION
Johnson Space Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Vascular injury that is toxicant-induced and/or associated with diabetic complications >> Functional alterations of insulin >> Type I insulin growth factor receptor in vascular injury
Texas Southern University 3100 Cleburne Street Houston, TX 77004 Phone: (713) 313-7551 Fax: (713) 313-4219 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 5
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Dr. Benjamin Oni Tuskegee University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Missouri, Columbia, 1980 M.S., Electrical Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, 1974 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, 1971
DOCTORAL THESIS
Tie-line Bias Control of Interconnected Power Systems
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Power Electronics in space power and renewable energy applications >> Dielectric Material Characterization and applications to RF Heating for non-intrusive testing of Nuclear Electric Propulsion subsystems >> High voltage/High Frequency Power distribution in space environments >> Impedance Modeling of Corrosion phenomena >> Solar Energy Systems
Tuskegee University College of Engineering, Architecture & Physical Sciences Tuskegee, AL 36088 Phone: (334) 727-8990 Fax: (334) 727-4700 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Nadipuram Prasad New Mexico State University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering and Director, The Rio Grande Institute for Soft Computing (RioSoft)
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, New Mexico State University, 1989 M.S., Electrical and Computer Engineering, New Mexico State University, 1988 M.S., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1971 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Mysore University, India, 1966
DOCTORAL THESIS
A Learning Pattern Recognition System for Power Systems Static Line-Loading Security Assessment
HOST INSTITUTION
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Soft computing applications to ecological problems >> Fuzzy Logic and Neural Network-based adaptive control systems
New Mexico State University The Klipsch School of Electrical & Computer Engineering, Box 3-0 Las Cruces, NM 88003 Phone: (505) 646-3623 Fax: (505) 646-1435 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 5
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Dr. Dipendra Sengupta Elizabeth City State University
POSITION
Professor, Mathematics and Computer Science
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mathematics, State University of New York, Stony Brook, 1984 M.A., Mathematics, State University of New York, Stony Brook, 1981 M.Sc., Mathematics, University of Kalyani, India, 1979 B.S., Mathematics, University of Kalyani, India, 1977
DOCTORAL THESIS
Cohomology of Kleinian Groups
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Glenn Research Center North Carolina State University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Controlling chaos with small perturbation; synchronization between two similar chaotic electronic circuits; application of chaos in communication >> Teaching mathematics using technology
Campus Box #917 Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC 27909 Phone: (252) 335-3309 Fax: (252) 335-3487 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 5
Dr. Mark Whorton Marshall Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Current: Branch Chief, Navigation and Mission Analysis Branch, Flight Mechanics and Analysis Division of the Spacecraft and Vehicle Systems Former: Senior Engineer, Vehicle Control Systems
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Aerospace Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1997 M.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama, 1989 B.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama, 1987
DOCTORAL THESIS
High Performance, Robust Control of Flexible Space Structures
HOST INSTITUTION
Tennessee State University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Advanced technology and flight systems development
Marshall Space Flight Center EV421 Guidance, Navigation, and Mission Analysis Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-1435 Fax: (256) 544-4716 Email: [email protected]
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COHORT 6C6
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Ayodele Aina............................................42Tahani Amer..................................................42Dr. Guangming Chen .....................................43Dr. Bette McKnight….....................................43Dr. Benjamin Penn.........................................44Dr. Robert Singleterry ..................................44Dr. Gregory Wilkins.......................................45Dr. Elvira Williams.........................................45Willie Williams...............................................46
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Dr. Ayodele Aina Cheyney University
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Professor, Mathematics
EDUCATION
Ed.D., Secondary Mathematics, Temple University, 1982 M.Ed., Secondary Mathematics, Temple University, 1977 P.G.D.E., Education, University of Ife, 1974 B.A., Mathematics, University of Ife, 1971
DOCTORAL THESIS
Towards Guidelines for the Preparation of Mathematics Teachers of Secondary Schools in Nigeria
HOST INSTITUTION
Goddard Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Curriculum Development & Evaluation >> Grant Proposal Writing >> Distance Education >> Learning Packages Development
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Department of Mathematical Sciences 1837 University Circle, P.O. Box 200 Cheyney, PA 19319-0200 Phone: (610) 399-2204 Fax: (610) 399-2597 Email: [email protected]
Tahani Amer Langley Research Center
POSITION
Assistant EAG Manager, Independent Program Assessment Office, NASA Headquarters
EDUCATION
Certificate, Leadership and Management, 2004 M.S., Aerospace Engineering, Old Dominion University, 1995 B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Old Dominion University, 1992 A.S., Science, Thomas Nelson Community College, 1988
MASTER’S THESIS
Non-Linear Boundary-Layer Receptivity Due to Distributed Surface Roughness
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Hampton UniversityNASA Headquarters
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Strategic Management>> Strategic Partnership>> Project Management
NASA Langley Research Center Mail Stop 215Building 1229- Room 213 Hampton, VA 23681-2199 Phone: (757) 864-5546 Fax: (757) 864-3917Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 6
43
Dr. Guangming Chen Morgan State University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Department of Industrial, Manufacturing & Information Engineering
EDUCATION
Certificate, New Developments in Manufacturing Process Technology, MIT, 1995 Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, Wayne State University, 1990 M.S., Systems Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China, 1984 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China, 1982
DOCTORAL THESIS
Product and Process Design Optimization by Quality Engineering
HOST INSTITUTION
Goddard Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Robust Design, Experimental Design, and Quality Engineering >> Cost reduction models for space missions >> Environmentally Conscious Design and Manufacturing >> Risk Assessment
Morgan State University Department of Industrial, Manufacturing & Information Engineering 1700 E. Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, MD 21251 Phone: (443) 885-4243 Fax: (443) 885-8218 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Bette McKnight North Carolina A&T State University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Biology
EDUCATION
Certified, Public Health Microbiologist, Orange County Public Health Laboratory, CA, 1988 -1989 Post-Doctoral, Immunology and Microbiology, University of California at Berkley, 1985 - 1988 Ph.D., Microbiology, Meharry Medical College, 1985 M.A., Biology, North Carolina Central University, 1975 M.T., Medical Technology, Watts Hospital School of Medical Technology, 1972 B.A., Biology, Barber-Scotia College, 1971
DOCTORAL THESIS
Properties of Acetohydroxy Acid Synthase II from two different Alleles of ilvG in Escherichia coli K-12
HOST INSTITUTION
Ames Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Gene Expression
North Carolina A&T State University 1601 East Market Street Greensboro, NC 27411 Phone: (336) 334-7907 Fax: (336) 334-7105 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 6
44
Dr. Benjamin Penn Marshall Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Polymer Scientist, ISHM & Sensors Branch, Spacecraft and Vehicle Systems Department
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1978 Ph.D., Fiber and Polymer Science, North Carolina State University, 1978 M.S., Chemistry, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1973 B.S., Biology, Winston Salem State University, 1969
DOCTORAL THESIS
Synthesis of Biodegradable Block and Graft Copolymers by Step Growth Polymerization and Synthesis of Biodegradable Block and Graft Copolymers by an Addition Reaction
HOST INSTITUTION
Alabama A&M University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Sensors for monitoring the structural health of spacecrafts >> Chemical sensors for monitoring the environments in spacecrafts and Moon and Mars habitats>> Organic light emitting diodes for crew display systems used in the harsh
Marshall Space Flight Center EV 43 ISHM & Sensors BranchBuilding 4487 Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-7809 Fax: (256) 544-0398 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Robert Singleterry Langley Research Center
POSITION
Research Physicist, Durability, Damage Tolerance and Reliability Branch
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Nuclear Engineering, University of Arizona, 1993 M.S., Nuclear Engineering, University of Arizona, 1990 B.S., Nuclear Engineering, University of Arizona, 1985
DOCTORAL THESIS
Neutron Transport Associated with the Galactic Cosmic Ray Cascade
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Prairie View A&M University Star Bridge Systems, Inc University of New Mexico
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Space radiation engineering>> Computing related to space radiation engineering>> Creating Web and CAD based radiation shielding tools to allow spacecraft designers, space radiation analysts, and others to use the LaRC created radiation shielding tools in a friendly and efficient manner
Langley Research Center Mail Stop 388 Hampton, VA 23681 Phone: (757) 864-1437 Fax: (757) 864-8912 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 6
45
Dr. Gregory WilkinsMorgan State University
POSITION
Lecturer/Researcher, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1992 M.S., Electrical Engineering, The Johns Hopkins University, 1985 B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Maryland, 1983
DOCTORAL THESIS
Finite Element Methods for the Electromagnetic Modeling of Waveguide Discontinuities and Cavity Resonators
HOST INSTITUTION
Langley Research Center RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Design of electronic components and the corresponding electromagnetic field behavior within the component; investigating the factors which may limit the performance of very-large-scale-integrated (VLSI) circuits >> Behavior of combined acoustic and electromagnetic waves
Morgan State University William Donald Schaefer Building 5200 Perring Parkway Baltimore, MD 21251 Phone: (443) 885-3915 Fax: (443) 885-8218 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Elvira Williams Shaw University
POSITION
Current: Dean, College of Arts and Sciences Former: Professor of Physics and Founding Director, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology Research Center (NNRC)
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, Howard University, 1977 M.S., Physics, Howard University, 1971 B.S., General Science and Mathematics, North Carolina Central University, 1964
DOCTORAL THESIS
Electormigration in Calcia Stabilized Zirconia
HOST INSTITUTION
Langley Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Investigation of Diamond-Like Carbon Thin Films >> Nanoscience and Nanotechnology: Sensor Development >> Development/Enhancement of Research-Based Education Programs
Shaw University Department of Natural Science and Mathematics 118 East South Street Raleigh, NC 27601 Phone: (919) 546-1980 (secretary) Phone: (919) 546-8274 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 6
46
Willie Williams Johnson Space Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Science Specialist/Export Control Representative
EDUCATION
Ph.D. Candidate, Engineering & Science Management, Walden University Post Graduate Studies: Mathematics, University of Houston 1971, 1990, Aero Astronautics, Rice University, 1979M.S., Mathematics Statistics, Texas Southern University, 1975 B.S., Mathematics, Grambling State University, 1971
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Prairie View A&M UniversityCalifornia State University - FullertonNASA Headquarters
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Space Exploration Management >> Artificial Intelligence
Johnson Space Center 2101 NASA Road 1 ISS Payloads Office, Mail Code: OZ4 Houston, TX 77058 Phone: (281) 244-7579 Fax: (281) 244-7963 Email: [email protected]
COHORT 6
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COHORT 7C7
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Jonathan W. Campbell..............................48Dr. Philip T. Chen...........................................48Dr. Jan Corbin...............................................49Dr. Kenneth R. Fernandez..............................49Dr. Clinton Hunt, Jr. ......................................50Hong Soo (Tony) Kim ....................................50Dr. Keith A. McGee ........................................51Gholam Ali Shaykhian ....................................51Dr. Jianping Yue...........................................52
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Dr. Jonathan W. Campbell Marshall Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Research Scientist and Project Manager
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Astrophysics, University of Alabama, 1992 M.S., Theoretical Physics, University of Alabama, 1988 M.S., Engineering Management, University of Alabama, 1980 M.S., Experimental Plasma Physics, Auburn University, 1974 B.A.E., Aerospace Engineering, Auburn University, 1972
DOCTORAL THESIS
Imaging the Sun in Hard X-rays Using Fourier Telescopes
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Alabama A&M University University of Alabama
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Orbit Shaping for Asteroids, Meteoroids, and Comets by Lasers, Nanobots, and Other Means >> Fourier Imaging using hard x-rays, gamma rays, and neutrons for Homeland Defense, Industrial and Medical Applications
Marshall Space Flight Center Flight Projects Directorate, FD02 Marshall Space Flight Center, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 916-7556 Fax: (256) 961-7186 Email: [email protected]; [email protected]
Dr. Philip T. Chen Goddard Space Flight Center
POSITION
Aerospace Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Maryland, 1985 M.S., Chemical Engineering, Washington University, 1977 B.S., Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University, 1973
DOCTORAL THESIS
University of Maryland Dynamic Process Simulation System: Dynamic Distillation Simulation and Control
HOST INSTITUTION
Howard University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> To advance the knowledge base of spacecraft contamination engineering >> To optimize cleanliness control for better system performance >> To enhance spacecraft thermal control system in concepts and applications >> To develop new spacecraft and instrument technology for future missions
Goddard Space Flight Center Contamination and Coating Engineering Branch, Code 546 8800 Greenbelt Road Greenbelt, MD 20771 Phone: (301) 286-8651 Fax: (301) 286-1704 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 7
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Dr. Jan CorbinKennedy Space Center
POSITION
AST, Ground Data Systems Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Instructional Systems and Technology, University of Central Florida, 2003 M.P.A., Public Administration, University of Central Florida, 1993 B.S., Chemistry, Mississippi State University, 1976
DOCTORAL THESIS
The Integration of Technology Into the Science Curriculum
HOST INSTITUTION
Bethune-Cookman College RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Integrating computers into the curriculum >> Computers as a learning tool >> Evaluation methodology for technology use efficiency
Kennedy Space Center CDH/FSW – UB-G3 KSC, FL 32899 Phone: (321) 867-5960 Fax: (321) 867-0776 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Kenneth R. Fernandez Marshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Manager, Surface Mobility Systems Project
EDUCATION
NASA Fellowship for Advanced Studies, MIT, Cambridge, MA, 1999 Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 1988 M.S., Computer Science, Alabama A&M University, Normal, AL, 1978 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, 1968
DOCTORAL THESIS
Robotic Simulation and a Method for Jacobian Control of a Redundant Mechanism with Imbedded Constraints
HOST INSTITUTION
Alabama A&M University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Innovative educational methods for robotics and engineering>> Robotics Systems research>> Robotic Surface Systems and Networks
Exploration Advanced Capabilities Office Department VP33Science and Mission Systems Directorate MSFC, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-3825 Fax: (256) 544-5853Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 7
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Dr. Clinton Hunt, Jr.Ecolab, Inc.
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Current: Scientist, Ecolab, Inc., RD & E Department Former: Assistant Professor, Chemistry, Alcorn State University
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemistry, Louisiana State University, 2000 M.S., Environmental Science/Chemistry, Southern University, 1993 B.S., Chemistry, Alcorn State University, 1980
DOCTORAL THESIS
Synthesis and Characterization of Novel Rhodium-Tetraphosphine Ligand Complexes
HOST INSTITUTION
Stennis Space Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Isolation and Characterization of Natural Products from Two different Herbs Previously Used as Homeopathic Medicines >> Synthesis and Characterization of Arsenobetaine – Toward the Development of a Method of Analysis for Arsenic Speciation and a Prelude to Toxicity Studies Using Arsenobetaine
Ecolab, Inc. Anchor Technology Team655 Lone Oak Dr., ESC-F6 Eagan, MN 55121 Phone: (651) 795-5846 Fax: (651) 204-7525Email: [email protected]
Hong Soo (Tony) Kim Marshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Project Manager
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Operations Research, Florida Institute of Technology M.S., Material Science, Auburn University, 2001 Summer Session Program, International Space University, Rice University, 1997 B.S., Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, 1989
HOST INSTITUTION
Texas A&M University Kingsville (TAMUK)
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Software Engineering>> Project Management >> Systems Engineering >> Strategies for Exploration of Space >> Propulsion: Deep Throttling Rocket Engine
Marshall Space Flight Center Science & Mission Systems Department Exploration Advanced Capabilities Development GroupMail Stop VP33 Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-2481 Fax: (256) 544-5853
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 7
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Dr. Keith A. McGee Alcorn State University
POSITION
Assistant Professor, Biology
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Molecular, University of Southern Mississippi, 2003 B.S., Biology, Mississippi Valley State University, 1988
DOCTORAL THESIS
Upregulation of the Mucor Racemosus P-glycoprotein Gene (PGY1) is Correlated with Cycloheximide Efflux and Phenotypic Multi-drug Resistance
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> ATP Dependent Transmembrane Transport Mechanisms >> Gene expression
Alcorn State University Department of Biological Sciences 1000 ASU Drive Alcorn State, MS 39096 Phone: (601) 877-6198 Fax: (601) 877-2328 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Gholam Ali ShaykhianKennedy Space Center
POSITION
Software Engineer, Engineering Directorate
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Operations Research, Florida Institute of Technology, 2007M.S., Operations Research, University of Central Florida, 1997M.S., Computer Systems, University of Central Florida, 1986B.S., Electronics, University of Central Florida, 1982A.S., Electronics, Pensacola Junior College, 1979
HOST INSTITUTION
Bethune-Cookman College
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Deterministic evaluations of software constructs to enhance software safety >> Evaluation of modern software tools to facilitate the migrations of legacy code >> Software engineering process improvements >> Appling design patterns, software modeling, and object-oriented in construction of safe software
Kennedy Space Center Shuttle Processing Directorate Integrated Ground Commands & Data Systems Branch, Mail Code: PH-K1 Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899 Phone: (321) 861-2336 Fax: (321) 861-0103 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 7
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Dr. Jianping Yue Essex County College
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Professor/Chairperson, Division of Engineering Technologies and Computer Sciences
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Memphis, 1990 M.S., Hydraulic and Costal Engineering, Wuhan University, China, 1982 B.S., Hydraulic and Costal Engineering, Wuhan University, China, 1977
DOCTORAL THESIS
Numerical Modeling of Local Sediment Transport
HOST INSTITUTION
Langley Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Computer-aided design and manufacturing >> Optimization of machining parameters >> Spatial visualization and engineering graphics >> STEM education
Essex County College Division of Technologies and Computer Sciences 303 University Avenue Newark, NJ 07102-1798 Phone: (973) 877-4405 Fax: (973) 877-4407 Email: [email protected]
COHORT 7
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COHORT 8C8
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
R. Scott Askew............................................54Dr. Dawit Getachew ....................................54Dr. Shahin Ghazanshahi ..............................55Dr. Ravindra Behari Lal ...............................55Dr. Deidre E. Paris-Michael .........................56Dr. David D. Smith .......................................56
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R. Scott Askew Johnson Space Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Robotics Engineer
EDUCATION
M.S., Electrical Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, 1990 B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Oklahoma, 1986
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Salish Kootenai CollegeSouthwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Dexterous Robotics >> Human rated planetary vehicles >> Embedded Motor Controls >> Embedded Data Acquisition
Johnson Space Center Automation, Robotics and Simulation Division 2101 NASA Parkway, MS: ER4 Houston, TX 77058 Phone: (281) 483-8957 Fax: (281) 483-7580 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Dawit GetachewChicago State University
POSITION
Professor, Mathematics and Computer Science
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1994 Ph.D., Mathematics, Illinois Institute of Technology, 1987 M.S., Applied Mathematics, Illinois Institute of Technology, 1983 M.S., Energy Engineering, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1981 B.S., (with Honors) Thermo-Mechanical Engineering and Energy Conversion, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1979
DOCTORAL THESIS
Dissertation #1: Non-Newtonian Convection in a Porous Matrix: Constitutive Equations and an Application (1994) Dissertation #2: Numerical Computation in Problems of Fluid Flow Instability (1987)
HOST INSTITUTION
Glenn Research Center
Chicago State University Department of Mathematics and Computer Science 9501 S. King Drive Chicago, IL 60628 Phone: (773) 995-2124 Fax: (773) 995-2398 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 8
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Dr. Shahin Ghazanshahi California State University, Fullerton
POSITION
Professor, Electrical Engineering
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Biomedical Engineering, University of Southern California, 1985 Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, University of Southern California, 1984 M.S., Biomedical Engineering, University of Southern California, 1981 M.S., Physics, University of Tabriz, Iran, 1976 B.S., Physics, University of Tabriz, 1974
DOCTORAL THESIS
Nonlinear Analysis of Respiratory Mechanics and Gas Exchange
HOST INSTITUTION
Goddard Space Flight Center RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Biomedical Engineering/Biomimetics >> Mathematical Modeling >> System Identification
Department of Electrical Engineering California State University, Fullerton P.O. Box 6870 Fullerton, CA 92834-6870 Phone: (714) 278-3664 Fax: (714) 278-7162 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Ravindra Behari Lal Alabama A&M University
POSITION
University Eminent Scholar and Professor of Physics
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, Agra University, Agra, India, 1963 M.S., Physics, Agra University, Agra, India, 1958 B.S., Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, Agra University, 1955
DOCTORAL THESIS
Principal Susceptibilities of Paramagnetic Ions in Crystals of Some Similarly Constituted Salts of Iron Group at Low Temperatures
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Growth and Characterization of crystals and films for Room Temperature Infrared Detectors >> Study of organic crystals for frequency doubling of laser frequency >> Study of crystal growth in space environment >> Growth of crystals for optical windows for telescopes and Radomes
Alabama A&M University Physics 4900 Meridian Street 133 V. Chambers Building Normal, AL 35762 Phone: (256) 372-8148 Fax: (256) 372-5622 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 8
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Dr. Deidre E. Paris-Michael Tuskegee University
POSITION
Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2002 M.S., Ivan Allen School of Public Policy, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1996 M.S., Electrical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1994 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Southern University, 1992
DOCTORAL THESIS
A Residential Satisfaction Decision Support System for Affordable Housing
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> IVHM Framework for Intelligent Integration for Vehicle Health Management >> Prognostics for Space Exploration >> Construction Management Technology for Lunar Base Development
Tuskegee University 308-C Washington Street Tuskegee, AL 36088 Phone: (334) 727-8734 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 8
Dr. David D. SmithMarshall Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Research Scientist
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, University of Alabama in Huntsville, 1996 M.S., Physics, University of Alabama in Huntsville, 1992 B.S., Optics, University of Rochester, 1990
DOCTORAL THESIS
Suppression of Photo-Induced Absorption in Composite Nonlinear Materials
HOST INSTITUTION
University of New Mexico
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Coherence Effects in Coupled Optical Resonators >> Local Field Effects in Metal Nanoparticle Composites >> Spontaneous Emission in Dielectrics and Photonic Bandgap Materials
Marshall Space Flight Center Science Directorate SD46, Building 4481 Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-7778 Fax: (256) 544-8762 Email: [email protected]
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COHORT 9C9
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Rafic A. Bachnak......................................58Dr. Trong T. Bui............................................. 58Dr. Belay B. Demoz........................................59Dr. Rudy C. Gostowski...................................59Paul A. Mogan...............................................60Dr. Paul E. Racette.........................................60Dr. Hamid Shahnasser....................................61Dr. Felix A. Soto-Toro .....................................61
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Dr. Rafic (Ray) Bachnak Texas A&M International University - Corpus Christi
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Professor and Chair, Systems Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Ohio University, 1989 M.S., Electrical Engineering, Ohio University, 1984 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Ohio University, 1983
DOCTORAL THESIS
Development of a stereo-based multi-camera system for 3-D vision
HOST INSTITUTION
Johnson Space Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Embedded systems in data acquisition, automation, and control applications >> Image processing and analysis >> Electronic design and system integration
Texas A&M International University – Corpus Christi Department of Systems Engineering5201 University Blvd.Laredo, TX 78041-1900Phone: (956) 326-2408Email: [email protected]
Dr. Trong T. Bui Dryden Flight Research Center
POSITION
Aerospace Engineer, Group Lead, Flow Physics Group
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Aeronautics and Astronautics, Stanford University, 1998 M.S., Aeronautical Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, 1989 B.S., Aeronautical Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, 1988
DOCTORAL THESIS
A Parallel, Finite-Volume Algorithm for Large-Eddy Simulation of Turbulent Flows
HOST INSTITUTIONS
California State Polytechnic University California State University–Fresno Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Aerodynamic flight research >> Propulsion flight research >> Computational and experimental fluid dynamics
Dryden Flight Research Center Propulsion and Performance Branch M.S.4840BP.O. Box 273 Edwards, CA 93523-0273 Phone: (661) 276-2645 • Fax: (661) 276-3744 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 9
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Dr. Belay B. Demoz Howard University
POSITION
Associate Professor
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne (UIUC), 1994 Ph.D., Atmospheric Physics, University of Nevada-Reno, Desert Research Institute (DRI), 1992 M.S., Atmospheric Science, University of Nevada-Reno, DRI, 1989 B.S., Physics, Asmara University, Eritrea, East Africa, 1984
DOCTORAL THESIS
Winter Storms Over the Sierra Nevada: A Study Using Microwave Radiometry, Ice Crystal, and Isotopic Technique
HOST INSTITUTION
Howard University RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Atmospheric Science, Education, Instrumentation, Remote Sensing
Howard University Department of Physics and AstronomyThirkield Hall, room 1052355 6th St. N.W.Washington, DC 20059Phone: (301) 419-9031Fax: (202) 806-5830 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Rudy C. Gostowski Marshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Senior Researcher
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Chemistry, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 1993 Ph.D., Chemistry, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 1992 Teacher’s Certification, 7-12 Science, 1989 B.S., Biology, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 1989 B.S., Business Administration, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 1975
DOCTORAL THESIS
Investigations of the Kinetics and Thermodynamics of Organic Radicals and Cations by Fast Scan Cyclic Voltammetry
HOST INSTITUTION
Fisk University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Effect of Discovery Activities on Understanding of Scientific Inquiry >> Decomposition Catalysts for Ionic Monopropellants >> Fuels Hypergolic with Hydrogen Peroxide >> Compatibility of Materials with Hydrogen Peroxide Propellant >> Kinetics of Organic Radicals
Marshall Space Flight Center Propulsion Research Center XD20 Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256) 544-0458 Fax: (256) 544-2216 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 9
60
Paul A. Mogan Kennedy Space Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Project Integrator, KSC Constellation Integration & Requirements Office
EDUCATION
M.S., Electrical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1987 B.S., Electrical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1986
HOST INSTITUTIONS
NASA Headquarters, Office of the Chief EngineerMorgan State University RAND Corporation National Academy of Public Administration
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Next Generation Assistive Technology for the Visually Disabled
Kennedy Space Center Mail Stop YA-E2 Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899 Phone: (321) 867-8574 Fax: (321) 867-8398 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Paul E. Racette Goddard Space Flight Center
POSITION
Senior Systems Engineer, Microwave Instrument Technology Branch
EDUCATION
D.Sc., Electrical Engineering, The George Washington University, 2005 M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Kansas, 1990 B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Kansas, 1988
DOCTORAL THESIS
Radiometer Design Analysis Based Upon Measurement Uncertainty
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Haskell Indian Nations University NASA Headquarters
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Submillimeterwave radiometry applied to atmospheric research >> Radiometer system analysis and calibration >> Modeling of non-stationary processes >> Consciousness as an integral approach to multi-disciplinary science
Goddard Space Flight Center Mail Code 555, B19 Rm N15 Greenbelt, MD 20771 Phone: (301) 286-4756 Fax: (301) 286-1750 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 9
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Dr. Hamid Shahnasser San Francisco State University
POSITION
Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Drexel University, 1989 M.S., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Carnegie-Mellon University, 1983 B.S., Electrical Engineering, McGill University, Montreal, Canada, 1981
DOCTORAL THESIS
Hybrid Techniques for Large Scale Telecommunication Network Design
HOST INSTITUTION
Ames Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Communication networks performance evaluation and design >> Network security in communication networks >> Ad hoc and sensor networks >> Computer systems and wired architecture
School of Engineering 1600 Holloway Avenue San Francisco, CA 94132 Phone: (415) 338-2124 Fax: (415) 338-0525 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Felix A. Soto-Toro Kennedy Space Center
POSITION
Project Manager
EDUCATION
Certificate, Project Manager Professional, Project Management Institute, 2005 Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Central Florida, 2000 M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Central Florida, 1997 M.S., Engineering Management, Florida Institute of Technology, 1992 B.S., Electrical Engineering, 1990
DOCTORAL THESIS
Electronic Design Techniques to Enhance NASA’s Payload Ground Transfer Operations
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico Johnson Space Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Electronic Calibration >> Electronic Aquatic Bio-Sensors >> Automated Systems
Kennedy Space Center Spaceport Engineering & Technology NASA YA-E8 KSC, FL 32828 Phone: (321) 867-8545 Fax: (321) 867-1994 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 9
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COHORT 10C10
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Manmohan Aggarwal ............................64Dr. Beth A. Brown ........................................64Dr. Dawn M. Elliott .......................................65Dr. Louis J. Everett….....................................65Dr. Julius L. Harp .........................................66Ms. Carolyn Knowles .....................................66Dr. John O. Lassiter......................................67Dr. Goang S. Liaw .........................................67Dr. John V. Shebalin .....................................68Dr. Malcolm K. Stanford ..............................68Dr. Michael Watson.......................................69
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Dr. Manmohan Aggarwal Alabama A&M University
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Chairman, Department of Physics
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, Calcutta University, 1974 M.S., Physics, Roorkee University, 1968 B.S., Physics, Panjab University, 1966
DOCTORAL THESIS
Semiconducting Properties of Thalliium Telluride Debye Temperatures and Gruneisen Constants of some Semiconductors
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Growth of pure and doped nonlinear optical materials, Growth of piezoelectric PMN-PT relaxor family of materials for structural health monitoring, Growth of lanthanum bromide scintillator crystals
Department of Physics4900 Meridian Street 124 Chambers Building Normal, AL 35762 Phone: (256) 372-8132 Fax: (256) 372-5622 Email: [email protected]; [email protected]
Dr. Beth A. Brown Goddard Space Flight Center
POSITION
Astrophysicist
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Astronomy, University of Michigan, 1998 M.S., Astronomy, University of Michigan, 1994 B.S., Astrophysics, Howard University, 1991
DOCTORAL THESIS
X-Ray Emission in Early-Type Galaxies Surveyed by ROSAT
HOST INSTITUTION
NASA Headquarters
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Physical processes near black holes >> X-ray emission from galaxies, galaxy groups, and clusters >> X-ray studies of compact objects >> The hot interstellar medium in elliptical galaxies
Goddard Space Flight Center Exploration of the Universe Division Mail Code 662 Greenbelt, MD 20771 Phone: (301) 286-4132 Fax: (301) 286-1684 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 10
65
Dr. Dawn Elliott-Martin Kennedy Space Center
POSITION
AST, Technical Manager
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Ergonomics, University of Miami, 2000 M.S., Industrial Engineering, University of Central Florida, 1996 B.S., Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, 1993
HOST INSTITUTION
Florida International University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Flight Crew and Vehicle Systems Interaction >> Cockpit Resource Management >> Aerospace Medicine
Kennedy Space Center Safety and Mission Assurance Mail Code: SA-G Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899 Phone: (321) 867-2269 Fax: (321) 867-9504 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 10
Dr. Louis J. Everett University of Texas - El Paso
POSITION
Professor and Chair, Mechanical Engineering
EDUCATION
Professional Engineer, licensed in Texas Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University, 1983 M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, 1979 B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Texas - El Paso, 1978
DOCTORAL THESIS
Modeling and Control of a Flexible Robot Using the Finite Element Method
HOST INSTITUTION
Jet Propulsion Laboratory RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Design of Mechanisms >> Automation of Biotechnology Processing >> Robotics >> Manufacturing >> Prototype-Free Design
University of Texas - El Paso Mechanical Engineering Department El Paso, TX 79968 Phone: (915) 747-7987 Fax: (915) 747-5019 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
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Dr. Julius L. HarpNorth Carolina A&T State University
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Associate Professor, Chemistry
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Organic Chemistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1992 Ph.D., Organic/Biochemistry, Howard University, 1992 B.S., Chemistry, York College-City University of NY, 1984
DOCTORAL THESIS
The synthesis and Biological Studies of Dopa Homologs
HOST INSTITUTION
Langley Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Material Science: New Synthetic Routes in the Development of Smart Molecules>> Enzymology: Theoretical Design and the Synthesis of Enzymatic Regulating Molecules>> Chemical Regulation: Controlling Metabolic Pathways of Natural Products Using Molecular Designs
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University 1601 East Market Street New Science Building, Dept. of Chemistry Greensboro, NC 27411 Phone: (336) 433-6707Fax: (336) 334-7124 Email: [email protected]
Carolyn Knowles NASA Headquarters
POSITION
Executive Officer to the Assistant Administrator for Education
EDUCATION
Fellow, Harvard Senior Executive Fellowship Program, 2006 Certificate, Project Management for Non-Technical Executives, 2006 Certificate, Managing the Influence Process, 2005 Certificate, Innovative Teaching Strategies, 1994 Graduate, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, 1989 M.A., Central Michigan University, 1988 B.S., Business Management, Saint Augustine’s College, 1977
HOST INSTITUTION
Southeastern University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> STEM Pipeline >> Workforce Development >> Community Outreach >> Building Strategic Partnerships/Linkages >> Leveraging Federal Funding
NASA HeadquartersOffice of Education 300 E Street, SW Washington, DC 20546 Phone: (202) 358-2380 Fax: (202) 358-3523 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 10
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John O. Lassiter Marshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Aerospace Technologist, Structural Dynamics
EDUCATION
M.S., Aeronautical Engineering, Air Force Institute of Technology, 1980 B.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Alabama, 1978
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Alabama A&M UniversityRedstone Arsenal RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Advanced modal testing techniques for complex structures >> Development and applications of smart sensors for structural health monitoring >> Design and development of ultra-lightweight structures for space applications
Marshall Space Flight Center Test Laboratory, ET40 Bldg 4619, Room 202 Huntsville, AL 35812 Phone: (256)-544-3022 Fax: (256)-544-0236 Email: [email protected]
Dr. Goang S. Liaw Alabama A&M University
POSITION
Professor, Civil Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Alabama in Huntsville, 1980 M.S., Environmental Engineering, Florida Institute of Technology, 1975 B.S., Engineering Science, National Cheng-Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan, 1970
DOCTORAL THESIS
Fluid Mechanics Numerical Computation with Applications in Simulation of the Life of Warm Advection Fog
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Nanotechnology in Water and Air Purification >> Environmental Control and Life Support System for International Space Station >> Computational Fluid Dynamics applications in MEMS and Nanotechnology
Alabama A&M University Department of Civil Engineering 4900 Meridian Street P. O. Box 367, Normal, AL 35762 Phone: (256) 372-5566 Fax: (256) 372-5909 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 10
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Dr. John V. ShebalinJohnson Space Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Astrophysicist
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Dartmouth College, 1987 Ph.D., Physics, College of William & Mary, 1982 M.S., Physics, Old Dominion University, 1976 B.S., Physics, Old Dominion University, 1972
DOCTORAL THESIS
Anisotropy in MHD Turbulence Due to a Mean Magnetic Field
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Large-Dimensional Nonlinear Dynamical Systems >> Broken Ergodicity in MHD Turbulence >> Classical & Quantum Field Theory
Johnson Space Center Houston, TX 77058-3696
Malcolm K. Stanford Glenn Research Center
POSITION
Materials Research Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Materials Engineering, University of Dayton, 2002 M.S., Materials Engineering, University of Dayton, 1999 B.S., Engineering Physics, Miami University, 1992
DOCTORAL THESIS
Control of Interparticle Cohesion in PS304 Plasma Spray Deposited Solid Lubricant Coating Powder Feedstock
HOST INSTITUTIONS
Central State UniversityUniversity of Dayton
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Tribological Coatings for Extreme Environments >> Thermal Spray Processing >> Particle Fabrication and Characterization
Glenn Research Center Tribology and Surface Science 21000 Brookpark Road, M/S 23-2 Cleveland, Ohio 44135 Phone: (216) 433-3387 Fax: (216) 433-5170 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 10
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Dr. Michael Watson Fisk University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Physics
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Plasma Physics, Hampton University, 2000 B.A., Physics, Hampton University, 1989
DOCTORAL THESIS
Symmetric Simple Map with Dipole Field Map
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Numerical Simulation of Jet Formation Around Accreting Black Holes >> Numerical Simulation of Karst Aquifers Using Lattice Boltzmann Method
Fisk University Department of Physics 1000 17th Ave North Nashville, TN 37208 Phone: (615) 329-8525 Fax: (615) 329-8634 Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 10
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COHORT 11C11
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Sukesh K. Aghara ...................................72Dr. Mohammad A. Alim .................................72Dr. Andre E. Miller .........................................73Dr. Edgardo V. Oliveros ..................................73Dr. Wenshen Pong .........................................74Dr. Alamelu Sundaresan ................................74Dr. Martin P. Volz ..........................................75
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Dr. Sukesh K. AgharaPrairie View A&M University
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, 2003M.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, 2001M.S., Environmental Engineering, Vanderbilt University, 1999B.Eng., Environmental Engineering, L.D. College of Engineering, 1996
DOCTORAL THESIS
Characterization of In-core Irradiator for Testing of Microelectronics in a Mixed Radiation Environment
HOST INSTITUTION
Langley Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Characterization of radiation environment for fundamental materials research>> Testing of parametric degradation of microelectronics in mixed radiation environment>> Applications of nuclear codes to model radiation transport and interaction in nuclear system, design and improve radiation shielding, control and management of nuclear materials, including development of advanced nuclear material assay systems.
Prairie View A&M UniversityP.O. Box 519; MS 2531Prairie View, TX 77446Phone: (936) 261-9784Fax: (936) 261-9789Email: [email protected]
Dr. Mohammad A. AlimAlabama A&M University
POSITION
Professor, Electrical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Marquette University, 1986M.S., Physics, Marquette University, 1980M.Sc., Physics, University of Dacca, Bangladesh, 1976B.Sc., Physics, University of Dacca, Bangladesh, 1975
DOCTORAL THESIS
The Influence of Grain Boundaries in Metal Oxide Varistors on Their AC Electrical Behavior
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Electronic Materials, Solid State Electronics, Microelectronic Circuits, Discrete and Integrated Devices, Hybrid Microelectronics, Sensors and Sensing Devices, Device Modeling
Alabama A&M UniversityDepartment of Electrical EngineeringP.O. Box 297Huntsville, AL 35762Phone: (256) 372-5562Fax: (256) 372-5855Email: [email protected]
CONTACT INFORMATION
COHORT 11
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Dr. Andre A. MillerMarshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Industrial and System Engineering, University of Alabama-Huntsville, 2006M.B.A., Total Quality Management, University of Alabama, A&M, 1998B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Tuskegee, 1985
DOCTORAL THESIS
Assessing the Relationship Between Organizational Socialization Tactics and Culture in High Technology Organizations
HOST INSTITUTION
Alabama A&M University RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Industrial and System Engineering >> Engineering Management>> Integrated Product and Process Design (IPPD)>> Design for Manufacturability
Marshall Space Flight CenterBldg 4666, Room 210AEI-11, Structural Design BranchHuntsville, AL 35812Phone: (256) 544-7014Fax: (256) 544-8585Email: [email protected]
Dr. Edgardo V. OliverosInter-American University of Puerto Rico, Bayamon
POSITION
Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering and Electronics, Brunel University, England, 1981M.Tech., Systems Engineering, Brunel University, England, 1977B.Sc., Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, San Luis Gonzaga, National University, Peru, 1967
DOCTORAL THESIS
Discrete Adaptive Observers
HOST INSTITUTION
Kennedy Space Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> UAV Collision Avoidance System>> Adaptive Control and Systems Identification>> Systems Identification
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico, Bayamon1760 Pafos StreetVenus GardensSan Juan, PR 00926Phone: (787) 279-1912 ext. 2288Fax: (787) 755-5274Email: [email protected]
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Dr. Wenshen PongSan Francisco State University
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Associate Professor, Civil Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Civil/Structural Engineering, State University of New York at Buffalo, 1994M.S., Construction Management, State University of New York at Buffalo, 1989B.S., Civil Engineering, National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan, 1983
DOCTORAL THESIS
Seismic Performance of High-rise Building Frames with Added Energy-absorbing Devices
HOST INSTITUTION
Ames Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> The application of wireless sensors on structural identification and seismic monitoring>> Application of supplemental damping on airspace structures >> Small materials and structures
San Francisco State UniversitySchool of Engineering1600 Holloway Ave.San Francisco, CA 94132Phone: (415) 338-7738Fax: (415) 338-0525Email: [email protected]
Dr. Alamelu SundaresanTexas Southern University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Biology
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Molecular Immunology, Cell Biology and Toxicology, University of Texas, 1998M.S., Medical Entomology, Vector Control Research Center, 1990B.S., Zoology, Womens Christian College, 1988
DOCTORAL THESIS
Mechanisms of liposomal all-trans retinoic acid and vitamin D3 induced inhibition of cell proliferation and stimulation of apoptosis in aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
HOST INSTITUTION
Johnson Space Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Upstream targets in lymphocyte signaling in microgravity>> Adaptive genetic response gene suites in microgravity, hypergravity and high altitude stress>> Lymphocyte locomotion and signal transduction in microgravity>> Immune suppression and nutritional immunomodulation in microgravity>> Bone tissue engineering and resorption models
Texas Southern University203M, Newscience Bldg.3100 Cleburne StreetHouston, TX 77004Phone: (713) 313-7926Fax: (713) 3130-7932Email: [email protected]
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Dr. Martin P. VolzMarshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Materials Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Physics, Washington University, St. Louis, 1989A.M., Physics, Washington University, St. Louis, 1985B.A., Physics, Math, Valparaiso University, 1983
DOCTORAL THESIS
Deuteron Magnetic Resonance in Amorphous Silicon and Germanium
HOST INSTITUTION
Alabama A&M University RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Bridgman and detached growth of GeSi>> Growth of semiconductors in rotating and traveling magnetic fields>> Magnetic damping of buoyancy convection using static magnetic fields>> Determination of flow stability criteria in metallic flows subjected to external applied fields>> Extraction of H2O from lunar soil using hydrogen reduction processes
Marshall Space Flight CenterEM30Huntsville, AL 35812Phone: (256) 544-5078Fax: (256) 544-8762Email: [email protected]
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COHORT 12C12
NAFP FELLOWS(By Cohort)
Dr. Edgar Conley ...........................................78Dr. Virginia Cook Tickles ................................78Ms. Elaine Flowers Duncan ............................79Ms. Grace K. Gregory .....................................79Dr. Tracee Lynn Jamison ...............................80Dr. Shy-Shenq Liou .......................................80Dr. Amir Mobasher ........................................81Dr. Jamiu (Adé) Odutola ................................81Ms. Kimberly F. Robinson ..............................82Mr. Everett Roper .........................................82Mr. Robert C. Trevino ...................................83
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Dr. Virginia Cook TicklesMarshall Space Flight Center
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Cost Engineer, Office of Strategic Analysis and Communication
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Urban Higher Education, Jackson State University, 2006M.S., Systems Engineering Management, Florida Institute of Technology, 1999B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Tuskegee Institute, 1985
DOCTORAL THESIS
Career Success of African American Women with Doctorates in “Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics”
HOST INSTITUTION
Tennessee State UniversityAlabama A & M University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Gender Issues in STEM>> Diversity in STEM/Higher Education>> STEM Workforce Issues
Marshall Space Flight CenterEngineering Cost Office/CS50Huntsville, AL 35812Phone: (256) 544-3585Fax: (256) 544-8131Email: [email protected]
Dr. Edgar ConleyNew Mexico State University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Michigan State University, Engineering Mechanics, 1986M.S., ME, Michigan State University, 1979B.S., ME, Michigan State University, 1971
DOCTORAL THESIS
Whole-Field Glacier Flow Measurement Using Optical Methods
HOST INSTITUTION
Stennis Space Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Specialized in Difficult measurement problems - glacier flow, aging aircraft structural integrity, spinal and femoral implant deformation, and Explosively Actuated Spacecraft Hardware. >> Peripheral interests include wind energy.
Mechanical Engineering DepartmentNew Mexico State UniversityLas Cruces, NM 88003Phone: (575) 646-5698Email: [email protected]
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Elaine Flowers DuncanMarshall Space Flight Center
POSITION
Lead Flight Systems Engineer
EDUCATION
M.S. Urban Systems Engineering, Howard University, 1980 B.S. Mathematics /Computer Science, Alabama State University, 1976
HOST INSTITUTION
Alabama A&M University Normal Alabama School of Engineering and Technology
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Life Cycle of Projects>> Operability of Space Operations Projects>> State of the Art of Systems Engineering Techniques, Tools, Methodologies and Processes>> Systems Engineering Approach to Understanding Organizational and Human Needs
NASA Marshall Space Flight CenterEngineering DirectorateMission Operations LaboratoryMail Code: EO40Phone: (256) 544-1779Email: [email protected]
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Grace K. GregoryKennedy Space Center
POSITION
Mechanical Integration Engineer, Launch Services Program Mechanical Branch
EDUCATION
M.S., Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 2001B.S., Engineering Physics, Morgan State University, 1998
HOST INSTITUTION
Morgan State University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Examination of Elemental and Mineral Composition of Planetary Surface Samples>> Development of advanced spacecraft science instruments
Kennedy Space CenterMail Code: NE-M4 Engineering Directorate/Mechanical DivisionKennedy Space Center, FL 32899Phone: (321) 867-4332Fax: (321) 867-5578Email: [email protected]
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Shy-Shenq LiouSan Francisco State University
CONTACT INFORMATION
POSITION
Professor, School of Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, TX, 1989 M.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Texas at Austin, TX, 1985 B.S., National Taiwan University, 1981
DOCTORAL THESIS
Rating Increase of Rotating Machines by Combined Fundamental and Third Harmonic Excitation
HOST INSTITUTION
NASA Ames Research Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Energy Efficiency >> Auditing >> Alternative Energy Development >> Networking.
San Francisco State UniversitySchool of Engineering1600 Holloway AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94132Phone: (415) 338-7733Email: [email protected]
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Dr. Tracee Lynn JamisonGoddard Space Flight Center
POSITION
Research Electrical Engineer
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, North Carolina A & T State University, 2003 M.S., Electrical Engineering, Michigan State University, 1993B.S., Electrical Engineering, Howard University, 1992
DOCTORAL THESIS
Lithium Niobate Cylinder Fiber
HOST INSTITUTION
Salish Kootenai Tribal College
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> FPGA >> Fiber optics >> RADAR >> LIDARents
Goddard Space Flight CenterCode 562, Building 22, Room S022Greenbelt, MD 20771Phone:(301) 286-1157
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Dr. Amir MobasherAlabama A&M University
POSITION
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Alabama-Huntsville, 1994 M.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of South Alabama, 1987B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of South Alabama, 1984
DOCTORAL THESIS
Effects of Compressibility and Dilatation Dissipation in Shock Wave Turbulent Boundary Layer Interaction
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Autonomous Control of Surface Mobility Vehicles >> Robotic Systems >> Manufacturing systems >> Analytical and Numerical Techniques for Crack Propagation >> Computational Fluid Dynamics
Alabama A&M UniversityDepartment of Mechanical EngineeringP.O. Box 1163Huntsville, AL 35762Phone: (256) 372-4151Fax:(256)372-5888Email: [email protected]
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Dr. Jamiu (Adé) OdutolaAlabama A&M University
POSITION
Chemistry Coordinator & Associate Professor, Chemistry
EDUCATION
Post-Doctoral Fellow, Physical Chemistry, University of Oregon, Eugene, 1980Ph.D., Chemistry, University of Oregon, Eugene, 1980B.S., Chemistry, California State University, Fresno, 1974B.A., Zoology, California State University, Fresno, 1974
DOCTORAL THESIS
Hydrogen-bonded Complexes: Molecular Beam Electric Deflection and Electric resonance studies and symmetry groups
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Spectroscopic Molecular Structure Determination>> Permutation-Inversion Groups for the Tunneling-rotational Level of Non-rigid Molecules>> Collision Dynamics (elastic and inelastic scattering)>> Computation of Stability and Properties of Molecular Structures by Ab-inito Method>> Laser Chemistry and Applications
Alabama A&M UniversityDepartment of Natural & Physical Sciences/Chemistry4900 Meridian StreetP. O. Box 322, Normal, AL 35762Phone: (256) 372-4933 Fax: (256) 372-8244Email: [email protected]
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Ms. Kimberly F. RobinsonMarshall Space Flight Center
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Mr. Everett RoperOakwood University
POSITION
Assistant Professor, Business and Information Systems
EDUCATION
M.S.E., Engineering Management, The University of Alabama, Huntsville, 2007 M.S., Computer Science, The University of Alabama, Huntsville, 1997 B.S., Electrical Engineering, The University of Alabama, Huntsville, 1993
DOCTORAL THESIS
Knowledge Workers and Managements Perceptions of Organizational Culture, Leadership Style and Individual Commitment and Their Impact on Organizational Outcomes in High-Technology Organizations
HOST INSTITUTION
Marshall Space Flight Center
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Engineering Management>> Motivation of Technical Workforce>> Organization Structure and Team Building Project Management Teamwork
Oakwood UniversityDepartment of Business and Information Systems7000 Adventist BoulevardHuntsville, AL 35896Phone: (256) 726 7077Email: [email protected]
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POSITION
Project Integration Manager, ARES I-X
EDUCATION
M.S., Industrial and Systems Engineering, University of Alabama, Huntsville AL, 1999 B.E., Mechanical Engineering, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 1989
HOST INSTITUTION
Oakwood University
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Engineering Management Field>> Social Constructs of Commitment and Organizational Trust and their Inter-relationship on Extra Role Behavior, Organizational Citizenship Behavior, Employee Motivation, Satisfaction and Retention
Marshall Space Flight CenterFlight and Integrated Test OfficeMail Code JP60Huntsville, AL 35812Phone: (256) 544-5182Email: [email protected]
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Robert C. TrevinoJohnson Space Center
POSITION
Deputy Project Manager, EVA Technology Development Project
EDUCATION
M.S., Space Studies, University of North Dakota, Grand ForksM.A., Public Administration, University of Houston, Clear LakeB.S., Aerospace Engineering, University of Texas, Austin
MASTERS THESIS
Use of Antarctica as a Long Duration Space Flight Analog - Experiences and Lessons Learned by an EVA Engineer
HOST INSTITUTION
University of Texas, San Antonio
RESEARCH INTERESTS
>> Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Space Suit and Equipment Design and Development>> EVA Technology Development for Lunar/Mars Surface Exploration>> Lunar/Mars Mission Architecture Studies>> Protective Suits and Portable Life Support Systems for Extreme Environments
Johnson Space CenterMail Code: EC52101 NASA ParkwayHouston, TX 77058Phone: (281) 483-2597Fax: (281) 244-6724Email: [email protected]
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NAFP PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Dr. Joyce L. WintertonAssistant Administrator for EducationNASA Headquarters, Office of Education300 E Street, SWWashington, DC 20546-0001
Dr. James StofanActing Deputy AssistantAdministrator for Education ProgramsNASA Headquarters, Office of Education300 E Street, SWWashington, DC 20546-0001
Dr. Carl S. PersonManager, Minority University Researchand Education ProgramsNASA Headquarters, Office of Education300 E Street, SWWashington, DC 20546-0001
Dr. Mabel Jones MatthewsHigher Education Outcome ManagerNASA Headquarters, Office of Education300 E Street, SWWashington, DC 20546-0001
Dr. Marilyn H. LewisNAFP Project ManagerEducation Programs CoordinatorNASA Marshall Space CenterHuntsville, ALPhone: (256) 961-1336 ; Email: [email protected]
Dr. Melissa C. GreenDirector, Division of Science and TechnologyUnited Negro College Fund Special Programs Corporation (UNCFSP)2750 Prosperity Ave., Suite 600, Fairfax, VA 22031Phone: (703) 205-7636; Email : [email protected]
Sondra M. LancasterManager, Research and Technology, UNCFSPPhone: (703) 205-8137; Email: [email protected]
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