The Minister of Innovation, Orit Farkash HaCohen, appointed Prof. Dan Blumberg to the position of Chairman of the Israel Space Agency in the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology * Blumberg is the Vice President of Ben Gurion University of the Negev, a scientist with a reputation in the field of space and a researcher in NASA missions
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Orit Parkash HaCohen, announced today (Monday) the appointment of Prof. Dan Bloomberg to the position of Chairman of the Advisory Committee for the Israel Space Agency in the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology. The appointment was approved by the Ministry of Justice.
Bloomberg is vice president for regional and industrial development at Ben Gurion University of the Negev, holds a doctorate from the University of Arizona in the field of planetary geology, and headed the team at Ben Gurion University in the development of the BGUSAT nanosatellite together with the aerospace industry.
The appointment to the position, which is voluntary, was made in accordance with the government's decision on the matter, which states that the chairman of the Israel Space Agency is required to be a reputable scientist in the field of space. As part of his role, Bloomberg will head the agency's advisory committee.
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Orit Perkash-HaCohen: "I thank Professor Itzik Ben Israel for his long service as chairman of the Space Agency, and his contribution to the agency and to the advancement of the civilian space industry. I wish success to Professor Dan Bloomberg, the chairman of the incoming space agency, who will work together with the director of the agency Uri Oron to continue promoting the industry which is undergoing a commercial revolution with the potential to change reality. Successfully!"
Prof. Dan Bloomberg, elected chairman of the Israel Space Agency: "The State of Israel is a member of a small and prestigious group of countries that have access to space. Just as the state knew how to leverage other issues, there is no doubt that this area will also translate into economic and social growth. It is a great honor for me to fulfill this role, and I would like to express my appreciation for the tremendous work of Prof. Yitzhak Ben-Israel."
Prof. Dan Blumberg is vice president for regional and industrial development at Ben Gurion University of the Negev, who holds a doctorate from the University of Arizona in the field of planetary geology. Heads the Laboratory for Remote Sensing and Planetary Simulations that serves as one of NASA's regional laboratories, is a co-investigator in NASA's test flights with radar systems on the Space Shuttle (SRL), and leads many studies in the field. Prof. Bloomberg also led the collaboration between Bin Gurion University and the Aerospace Industry to build BGUSAT, an Israeli nanosatellite that is still moving in space. Serves as a member of the International Academy of Astronautics.
The Israel Space Agency in the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology initiates, leads and coordinates civilian space activities in Israel. The agency supports scientific research and development with real economic potential, such as the development of unique and innovative technologies, and this from the concept that the occupation of space contributes to Israel's economy, to the positioning of its position in the world and to the well-being of the residents in the aspects of agriculture, communication, environmental pollution monitoring and research. The agency works to expand cooperation and mutual relations with various countries in the field of space, promoting infrastructure research in academia and research institutes; Investment in startup companies that develop various components for the space industries in Israel and around the world; Developing and building satellites for civilian purposes and supporting the development of innovative and unique space technologies in the space industries; Cultivating the reserve of future scientists in the field of space exploration through space education and community projects and strengthening the connection of children, girls and youth to the field of space, so that they can satisfy the great natural curiosity that the field arouses and deepen their knowledge and interest.
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