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WANDA
SOLANO
NASA
Stennis
Space Center
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Dr. Wanda Solano is a member
of the Application, Technology Development and Transfer Office
at NASA Stennis Space Center. She conducts research and development
of new technology applicable to rocket engine ground testing
and intelligent systems. Dr. Solano's primary areas of interest
include the use of pattern recognition and machine learning
techniques for intelligent sensors and systems. She was recognized
by NASA Public Affairs as a leader in inspiring Mississippi
and Louisiana school initial participation in the FIRST Robotics
and LEGO League competitions. Prior to joining NASA, she has
held various positions with private industry, and research
and development labs.
Her primary areas of interest
include embedded systems using pattern recognition and machine
learning algorithmic techniques for intelligent sensors, sensor
arrays, and wireless sensor applications. She has received
numerous NASA awards for engineering and new technology contributions.
She is a member of several professional societies and currently
serves on the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
(AIAA) Sensors Technical Committee.
She is recognized by NASA Public Affairs as a leader in inspiring Mississippi and Louisiana school involvement with programs in science and math, including the FIRST Robotics and LEGO League competitions. Prior to joining NASA, she has held various positions with private industry, and research and development labs.
Dr. Solano received her Bachelor
of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Auburn University
and her Masters in Electrical Engineering from Tulane University.
Her Doctor of Philosphy, also from Tulane, is in Computer
Science and machine learning. In 2005 she was the recipient
of the NASA National Space Club George M. Low Memorial Fellowship
and Dual Career Path promotion which recognizes leadership
and technical expertise. In her spare time she enjoys Latin,
African, Cuban and Brazilian percussion and dance.
APRIL 2008
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