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James McLurkin

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James McLurkin, a computer engineer and inventor, designs and creates robots that are based on biological organisms, specifically ants and bees, and that perform complex functions. He created his first interactive group of robots in 1995, while doing undergraduate work at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Author: Jennings, Louisa
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2005
Massachusetts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Computer engineers, McLurkin, James

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Mike Griffin

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Mike Griffin, appointed as the administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the year 2005. His plans for NASA include the introduction of the Crew Exploration Vehicle, a manned flight to Mars, and a course of action regarding the Hubble Space Telescope.

Author: Jennings, Louisa
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2005
Administrators (Management), Griffin, Mike

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Frederick D. Gregory

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The life and work of Frederick D. Gregory, deputy administrator of NASA are discussed. During his time with NASA, he was presented with three Space Flight Medals, two Outstanding Leadership Medals, and the Distinguished Service Medal.

Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2005
United States, Gregory, Frederick D.

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Subjects list: Officials and employees, Biography, Personality profile, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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