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Chief Scientist for Mars Curiosity Rover
to Speak at AeroMat/ITSC/IMS
In This Issue
John Grotzinger, chief scien-
tist and head of strategic
science planning for NASA’s
$2.5 billion Curiosity rover mission
to Mars, will serve as the plenary
speaker for ASM’s triple tradeshow
event, taking place May 11-14 in
Long Beach, Calif. These three
co-located shows include AeroMat,
International Thermal Spray Con-
ference (ITSC), and Microstructural
Characterization of Aerospace Ma-
terials & Coatings (IMS).
A veteran geologist withmore than 30 years of explora-
tion experience with Earth and Mars, Grotzinger now heads
the most visible mission in the history of robotic space ex-
ploration in its search for evidence of past life. He received
NASA’s prestigious Outstanding Public Leadership Medal
for the unprecedented success of the mission, and Popular
Mechanics included him on its list of “10 Innovators Who
Changed the World.” Grotzinger will discuss strategic plan-
ning, motivating and leading teams working under intense
pressure, and the need to take on a “grand challenge” while
sharing amazing stories, video, and photos about space
and unexplored Mars territories. For more information, visit
Queen Mary Networking Event
Sets Sail May 12
All aboard the Queen Mary for an exciting networking
event during ASM’s triple tradeshow event, taking place
May 11-14 in Long Beach, Calif. This historic ship, named af-
ter King George’s wife Mary, was once hailed as the grandest
ocean liner in the world and carried Hollywood celebrities
like Bob Hope and Clark Gable. She was outfitted to become
a troopship during WWII due to her legendary speed (nick-
named the “Grey Ghost”) and retired in California in 1967 as
a floating attraction. Attendees of the co-located AeroMat,
ITSC, and Microstructural Characterization of Aerospace
Materials & Coatings shows will be able to enjoy her rich
history during an old Hollywood glamour event with spe-
cial surprises and entertainment. Space is limited so be sure
to secure your spot today! For more information, visit
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Selfie of NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover shows the vehicle at the
“Mojave” site, where its drill collected the mission’s second
taste of Mount Sharp.
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