The AeroSpace Frontiers newsletter highlights the accomplishments and activities of NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. Published with Glenn’s staff, partners, and collaborators in mind, each monthly issue features news about how Glenn revolutionizes air travel, advances space exploration, and improves life on Earth.
From Center Director Dr. James Kenyon
Moving Forward With NASA’s Mission
As we begin the new year, I’m excited about the opportunities ahead. This year, NASA’s Glenn Research Center remains focused on advancing the agency’s Moon to Mars exploration efforts, scientific discoveries, and innovations in aeronautics and space technology for the benefit of all. We’re also focused on efforts to ensure a vibrant, innovative Glenn in the years ahead. We look forward to sharing more about these topics and others in the coming months. Stay tuned!
NASA Sets Sights on Mars Terrain with Revolutionary Tire Tech
The mystique of Mars has been studied for centuries. The fourth planet from the Sun is reminiscent of a rich,…
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January Featured News
After-School STEM Program
Interagency program strives to bring STEM curriculum to middle school students across 10 states.
Meet NASA’s Lauren Best Ameen
Ameen and her team look for innovative ways to keep rocket fuel cold for long-duration missions.
Bringing Children Holiday Cheer
Employees donated 11 boxes filled with toys to the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.
NASA, Notre Dame Connect Students to Inspire STEM Careers
High school students in Indiana are contributing to NASA’s groundbreaking research to develop quieter, more fuel-efficient aircraft engines. Their learning…
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NASA’s 2024 International Space Station Achievements
For more than 24 years, NASA has supported a continuous U.S. human presence aboard the International Space Station, advancing scientific knowledge and making research breakthroughs not possible on Earth for the benefit of humanity. The space station is a springboard to NASA’s next great leaps in exploration, including future missions to the Moon under Artemis, and ultimately, human exploration of Mars.
Learn More about NASA’s 2024 International Space Station Achievements
Glenn Retirements
Vicki Crable, Systems Engineering and Architecture Division, retired Dec. 31, 2024, with 35 years of NASA service.
Robyn N. Gordon, Office of the Director, retired Dec. 4, 2024, with 22 years of NASA service.
Michael Henry, Space Environments Test Division, retired Dec. 31, 2024, with 37 years of NASA service.
Dovie E. Lacy, NASA Office of Communications, retired Dec. 31, 2024, with 38 years of NASA service.
Paul Molnar, Aerospace Test Branch, retired Dec. 31, 2024, with 39 years of NASA service.
Robert Strunak, Facilities Strategic Planning Branch, retired Dec. 31, 2024, with 27 years of NASA service.
Mark J. Valco, Rotating and Drive Systems Branch, retired Dec. 28, 2024, with 40 years of NASA service.
Adrienne Veverka, Aerospace Test Branch, retired Dec. 31, 2024, with 43 years of NASA service.
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