AeroAstro professor David Miller named NASA’s chief technologist
NASA has named David W. Miller, the Jerome C. Hunsaker Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT, as its new chief technologist. He will be NASA’s principal advisor and advocate on technology policy and programs.“David’s passion for discovery and innovation is a valuable asset as we move forward into exploring new frontiers,” NASA Administrator Charles Bolden said in announcing the appointment. “He has challenged his students to create new ways to operate in space. I expect he will challenge us to do the same. His experience in engineering space systems, small satellites, and long-duration microgravity platforms will allow him to offer the kind of expert advice I have learned to expect from my chief technologists.”The Office of the Chief Technologist is responsible for coordinating and tracking NASA technology investments, as well as developing and executing innovative technology partnerships, technology transfers, and commercial activities, and the development of collaboration models for...