I've always been fascinated with science, space and technology. I was lured into science as a child watching "the original" Star Trek when it first aired many years ago. Complementing the adventures in Star Trek, I feverishly followed NASA's race to the moon first hand through newspaper articles and TV news. My interests have only grown over the years as our technology has allowed us to see more wondrous things than even our wildest imaginations could conjure up. What will the future bring?
In addition to the love of science (almost anything with an -ology at the end!) I've found an equally satisfying interest in music and art. Sort of the yin to science's yang, if you will. I've found much to admire and appreciate in the skills of a fine musician or gifted artist as they create works that are pleasing and stimulating to the ears, eyes and most importantly, the mind.
I'm currently in the process of publishing a novel, ORBITAL MANEUVERS, about a space shuttle crew's struggle for survival after a catastrophic asteroid impact on Earth leaves them damaged and stranded in orbit. Check out the web site: http://orbitalmaneuvers.com/.
In college I studied physics and astronomy and went on to get a Master's of Science in electrical engineering. I have worked professionally as an electrical engineer for the last 28 years. Most of that time was spent designing scientific instrumentation for environmental monitoring with a couple of projects for the space program, one of which was for the International Space Station. I am also a member of the Planetary Society.