Michael D. Griffin
American physicist and NASA administrator
Born
November 1st, 1949
76 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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Contributions to aerospace engineering and space exploration spanned several decades. Served as the Administrator of NASA from 2005 to 2009, overseeing the agency during critical phases of the Space Shuttle program and the initial planning for future missions to the Moon and Mars. Worked as a senior manager at various aerospace companies, focusing on the development of advanced technologies. Griffin's academic background includes a Ph.D. in aerospace engineering, and he held teaching positions at several universities.
Served as NASA Administrator
Contributed to Space Shuttle program
Advanced plans for Moon and Mars missions
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