Sherwood said , “ Arizona State University ( ASU ) is leading a global consortium of universities with expertise in space and microgravity research . Collectively , this group will focus on academic community needs , stimulate research , advise novice researchers , evolving standards of conduct , and lead STEM outreach .”
There will be opportunities for foundations or consortiums to pool money to lease equipment and space on Orbital Reef .
Bringing passion to space travel
Randy Lillard , Orbital Reef program director , works within Blue Origin ’ s ADP business unit , and Orbital Reef is within the ADP unit . He started with the company in May 2021 and works from the Renton office . However , he said he also spends time in Denver , Cape Canaveral , and Huntsville .
Lillard said that one must believe in the mission , and it is a passion for him . He said , “ I joined Blue Origin to be part of the vision of putting millions of people in space for the benefit of Earth . I enjoy working with leadership and a team who is singularly aligned on this mission . I wanted to be part of this fastpaced environment , causing movement and adding value to this important mission .”
Commercial and Government Partnerships
Partnerships and teaming agreements make the work on Orbital Reef possible .
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Lillard said , “ This is my passion .”
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