In recognition of those who built exemplary careers and contributed to NASA Glenn Research Center’s success, six individuals and one group of researchers will be inducted into Glenn’s new Hall of Fame.
The inaugural ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25 at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. The program will feature remarks by Glenn Center Director Jim Free and NASA Chief Historian Dr. William Barry from headquarters, inductee videos, and presentation of plaques to honorees or a representative.
The first class of inductees includes:
- Annie J. Easley, computer programmer and equal opportunity pioneer;
- Bruce T. Lundin, former center director and advocate for the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics’ (NACA) evolution as a space agency;
- James J. Modarelli, designer of the NASA insignia and outreach program;
- I. Irving Pinkel, leader in aerospace safety research;
- Edward “Ray” Sharp, first center director and champion of early center advocacy and growth;
- Dr. Abraham “Abe” Silverstein, former center director and architect of the early space program;
- “The Giants of Heat Transfer,” Dr. Robert Deissler, Dr. Simon Ostrach and Dr. Robert Siegel, world-renown researchers whose theories transformed the body of knowledge of heat transfer.
The NASA Glenn Hall of Fame was established to recognize individuals who had a far-reaching influence on the direction and mission of the center, made fundamental advancements in their field, or served as an inspiration to employees through their character and embodiment of the NASA spirit.
This first induction is being held in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the NACA, which became NASA in 1958. The next induction is planned for 2016 in celebration of Glenn’s 75th anniversary. Subsequent ceremonies will take place on milestone anniversaries.
A profile for each inductee is available at:
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Lori Rachul
Glenn Research Center, Cleveland
216-433-8806
Lori.j.rachul@nasa.gov