S3 Ep.04 - Dr. Alec Gallimore, Dean of Engineering, University of Michigan

How NASA’s history relates to “Hidden Figures,” Wolverines on the moon and maybe Mars next. All thanks to University of Michigan!

Hear Dr. Alec Gallimore, Robert J. Vlasic Dean of Engineering at the University of Michigan and Member of the National Academy of Engineering and host Ed Clemente discuss both the fantastic history and incredible future at U of M.  Listen to his fascinating explanations of complex topics such as Plasma Dynamics, the Electric Propulsion Laboratory and Vacuum Chambers, all of which are housed in the U of M Department of Aerospace Engineering.  Dr. Gallimore provides great insight to the history of U of M and NASA as well as the connections to the movie and book titled Hidden Figures, which chronicles the 22 NASA astronauts that HAIL from U of M, some of whom have walked on the moon.  He also talks about the tremendous programs of outreach to underserved populations to get them interested in the STEM world. Plus the U.P. gets a shout out for one of his proteges who started Orbion Space Technology, an aerospace company in Houghton. Join us for a riveting discussion. You can also read the transcript from our conversation.