Engineering Colloquium Recognizes Schneebaum Recipients and Sponsors Renowned Scientist

Micheal Dipirro accepting award from Center Director, Al Diaz

This week engineering colloquium recognized Micheal Dipirro, Code 552 and deceased employee Thomas Budney as Schneebaum award recipients this week. Michael Dipirro was recognized for his superior and sustained contributions to advancing the use of cryogenics technology in space science and exploration.

Frank Bauer accepting award on behalf of Thomas Budney

Frank H. Bauer accepted the award on behalf of former chief engineer of the guidance, navigation and control branch, Thomas Budney. Budney was recognized for his leadership and contributions that resulted in the development of pioneering, low-cost space systems and components as well as your superb efforts in teaching and mentoring young engineers throughout Goddard.

Dr. Stephn Wolfram

This colloquium included a lecture by renowned scientist Dr. Stephen Wolfram. Wolfram has spent more than 20 years developing a new approach to science and shared his theory, which is described in his best seller, A NEW KIND OF SCIENCE to colloquium attendees.

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