NASA is planning to send a first-of-its-kind rotorcraft lander called Dragonfly to explore the unique surface of Titan, Saturn’s largest moon. But before it begins flying, Dragonfly’s entry capsule has to make it through Titan’s dense atmosphere. That’s where Purdue University researchers come in.
Purdue researchers across all campuses and academic disciplines have recently received 15 patents on their intellectual property from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Most of these innovations are available to license and bring to market.
Roberto Gallardo, vice president for engagement, director of the Purdue Center for Regional Development and an associate professor of agricultural economics, was named as one of five new members of the Federal Reserve Board’s Community Advisory Council. CAC members provide information, advice and recommendations to the board on relevant policy matters and emerging issues of interest.
The Mars Desert Research Station has been “Mars” on Earth for Purdue researchers since the first all-Boilermaker mission launched in 2017. Learn more about the crews of students and scientists who live and work as if they are truly inhabiting the red planet.
I’d like to thank Matthew Cummins (Managerial Accounting) for going above and beyond in customer service. He proactively spotted errors, reached out with guidance and was very patient in answering my questions and helping me correct the issue. I feel very lucky to have such a great Purdue employee looking out for us all! — Jennifer Dobbs-Oates (Human Development and Family Science)
