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Aug 7, 2023

An Unorthodox Interview at Cheesecake Factory with Science Luminary France Córdova

Crayons clattered onto the table next to the always intimidating Cheesecake Factory menus. My wife and I smiled at the children as their...

Jun 27, 2023

Carl Sagan, A “Cosmos” Master

The mirrored serving tray made the schmear-covered bread pieces appear fancier than they actually were. My unofficial motto as the newly...

Jun 13, 2023

Tribute to Ames Center Director Harry McDonald

This past March the entire NASA and NASA Ames Silicon Valley family had the opportunity to celebrate the life and career of former Ames...

May 20, 2023

How Sam Ting Is Uncovering the Mysteries of the Big Bang

When I think of what characterizes the American ethos, I think of vision, innovation, perseverance, leadership and courage to explore the...

Mar 15, 2023

How Surgeon to Stars Michael DeBakey Saves Lives with Shuttle Technology

In December of 2005, the renowned cardiovascular surgeon, Dr. Michael DeBakey, experienced excruciating heart pain caused by a weakened...

Jan 22, 2023

How John Lewis Helped Save Human Spaceflight in America

In 1993, I had been on the job for about one year as the new NASA Administrator who was fighting for the very survival of our country’s...

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