Uploaded July 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this segment from AFS’s 2023 Space Innovation Summit, Clinical Professor & Director of Space Leadership, Policy and Business Initiative at Thunderbird School of Global Management, Dr. Autry is joined by Ajay Malshe, Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering, and Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Purdue University for an insightful discussion on advancing the commercialization and defense of space related to public/private collaboration.
About Dr. Greg Autry:
Dr. Greg Autry is a Clinical Professor and Director of the Thunderbird Initiative for Space Leadership, Policy, and Business at the Thunderbird School of Global Management, as well as an Affiliate Professor with the Interplanetary Initiative at Arizona State University. With a strong background in entrepreneurship and space policy, he holds a BA in History from California Polytechnic University at Pomona and an MBA and PhD from the Merage School of Business at the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Autry's research delves into the governmental role in new industry emergence, with a particular focus on the commercial space sector since 2003. He has also played significant roles in NASA, serving as White House Liaison and being nominated as the space agency's Chief Financial Officer. As Vice President of the National Space Society, Dr. Autry advocates for space exploration and development, and his insights are regularly featured in prominent media outlets.
About Ajay Malshe:
Ajay Malshe is an esteemed educator, inventor, and entrepreneur who has made significant contributions in the realms of materials science and manufacturing. With a remarkable portfolio boasting over 200 peer-reviewed articles, 22+ patents, and a plethora of prestigious awards, he has emerged as a prominent figure in the industry. As a dedicated educator, Ajay has mentored numerous graduate and undergraduate students, empowering them to excel in leading corporations and reputable universities. His pioneering work in nanomanufacturing and materials S&E has resulted in groundbreaking innovations and successful productization, benefiting sectors such as energy, automotive, aerospace, and more. Notably recognized as a Fellow of esteemed professional societies and a member of the National Academy of Engineering, Ajay's influence on smart manufacturing and space technology is profound.
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In this segment from AFS’s 2023 Space Innovation Summit, Clinical Professor & Director of Space Leadership, Policy and Business Initiative at Thunderbird School of Global Management, Dr. Autry is joined by Ajay Malshe, Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering, and Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Purdue University for an insightful discussion on advancing the commercialization and defense of space related to public/private collaboration.
About Dr. Greg Autry:
Dr. Greg Autry is a Clinical Professor and Director of the Thunderbird Initiative for Space Leadership, Policy, and Business at the Thunderbird School of Global Management, as well as an Affiliate Professor with the Interplanetary Initiative at Arizona State University. With a strong background in entrepreneurship and space policy, he holds a BA in History from California Polytechnic University at Pomona and an MBA and PhD from the Merage School of Business at the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Autry's research delves into the governmental role in new industry emergence, with a particular focus on the commercial space sector since 2003. He has also played significant roles in NASA, serving as White House Liaison and being nominated as the space agency's Chief Financial Officer. As Vice President of the National Space Society, Dr. Autry advocates for space exploration and development, and his insights are regularly featured in prominent media outlets.
About Ajay Malshe:
Ajay Malshe is an esteemed educator, inventor, and entrepreneur who has made significant contributions in the realms of materials science and manufacturing. With a remarkable portfolio boasting over 200 peer-reviewed articles, 22+ patents, and a plethora of prestigious awards, he has emerged as a prominent figure in the industry. As a dedicated educator, Ajay has mentored numerous graduate and undergraduate students, empowering them to excel in leading corporations and reputable universities. His pioneering work in nanomanufacturing and materials S&E has resulted in groundbreaking innovations and successful productization, benefiting sectors such as energy, automotive, aerospace, and more. Notably recognized as a Fellow of esteemed professional societies and a member of the National Academy of Engineering, Ajay's influence on smart manufacturing and space technology is profound.
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Our mission is to help make America a Stronger, more Noble and more Generous nation.
We are focused on issues impacting U.S. Global Competitiveness and National Security.
#cybersecurity #nationalsecurity #iot
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LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/americasfutureseries
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Twitter - twitter.com/AmericasFS
#space #spaceexploration #technology #ai #spaceinnovation #spaceforce
